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SACHSE LIBRARY HAS GONE WIRELESS

The Sachse Library now provides wireless Internet service.  Patrons may bring in their own laptop computers, if they have wireless capability, and work from the Library.  Patrons will be asked to sign an "Internet User Registration" form stating they have read the Internet Use Policy and Wireless Policy adopted by the Library Board. 

Click here to read the Internet Use Policy

Click here to read the Wireless Policy

Click here to read the Library's Circulation Policy

Click here to fill out a Library Card Application
 

NEW CATALOG SYSTEM ALLOWS ACCESS FROM
REMOTE COMPUTERS


Chris Hargrove uses the new Atriuum Catalog Software at the Sachse Public Library.

Sachse Public Library is pleased to announce a new enhanced library catalog system called Atriuum®

The Sachse Public Library is pleased to announce the purchase of a new and improved catalog system.  Obtained through a generous grant provided by the Texas State Archives and Library Commission, Atriuum, from Book Systems, Inc., is now available for remote access.  Using pin numbers, customers are able to check the status of materials, re-check materials that are due, and put library materials on hold from practically any location.  A web-based application, Atriuum is easy to use.  Library customers will find the search features clutter-free and effortless to explore.  Any individual with experience surfing the Internet will have NO problem using this product.  The Atriuum catalog system, another technological advancement provided by the Sachse Public Library for its customers.

  Click here to access the new catalog system.


LIBRARY PURCHASES NEW COMPUTERS WITH GRANT MONEY

                                  

The Sachse Library purchased new computers to upgrade their Internet/online workstations at the Library.  Patrons now have more accessibility to resources through the Internet.

 

REFERENCE USA DATABASE OFFERED AT LIBRARY

The Sachse Public Library is offering a new database.  Reference USA, an Internet-based reference service, is now available at the Sachse Public Library.  A business and residential database listing over 13 million U.S. businesses and 200 million U.S. residents, the information is compiled from the following public sources:

> more than 5,200 yellow page, business page and white page telephone directories;
> annual reports, 10-Ks and other SEC information;
> federal, state and municipal government data;
> Chamber of Commerce information;
> leading business magazines and newspapers;
> postal service information. 

Reference USA is easy to use and designed so that even computer novices can find the information they need.  Once you're set up, all you need is Internet access and a browser.  You can use the database either at the Library or remotely.  In order to get set up, you must have an active Sachse Public Library card.  For more information, please stop by the Library or call 972.530.8966.

Click here for more information about Reference USA.

 

SACHSE RESIDENTS NOW HAVE ACCESS TO MATERIALS AT MORE THAN 500 LIBRARIES THROUGHOUT TEXAS

TexShare Card Program has greatly expanded services to all who use the Sachse Public Library.  Sachse Library patrons are now able to borrow materials from library collections all across Texas by using a special library card called the TexShare card.  The card is accepted in a wide variety of public and academic libraries, allowing borrowers in good standing access to hundreds of books, videos, CDs and other materials at other TexShare libraries.  There are no fees attached to the TexShare card.

To qualify for a TexShare card, one must be a registered library cardholder in good standing of the Sachse Public Library.  TexShare cardholders must observe the lending policies of participating libraries. Currently, more than 500 libraries in Texas participate in the TexShare Card Program.

The value and uniqueness of the TexShare card allows libraries to offer infinitely more resources to people not only in Sachse, but people throughout Texas.  A library card from Sachse Public Library, in combination with the new TexShare card, is your ticket to a powerful network of library resources in Texas.  To learn which libraries participate in the TexShare Card Program, visit www.texshare.edu/generalinfo/about/programs.html.

The TexShare card is a component of TexShare, a service from the Texas State Library and Archives Commission that encourages cooperation and resource sharing between Texas libraries to fulfill the information needs of all Texans. 


CLOE LIBRARY ONLINE

Collin County Law Library Online Electronic Catalog is now available to the public.  The catalog allows individuals to search for materials in the law library collection by title, author or keyword.  To access the catalog online, go to www.co.collin.tx.us/law_library/.    

 

GENERAL SERVICES OFFERED

  • General Reference - A diverse general reference collection that includes:
      Encyclopedias
      Atlases
      IRS tax forms
    Authors: critiques and biographies of poets and prose writers
    Current biography: articles about well known persons from 1940 to the present

  • Public Internet Access

  • Job Search Information - Materials are available on resume writing and interviewing skills, as well as directories of company profiles

  • Book Drop - The library book drop may be used at any time for all materials, including videos.

  • Copy Machine: $0.10 cents per page

  • Periodical Collection - Newspapers available include the Dallas Morning News and the Wylie News.  The library subscribes to American Heritage, Better Homes and Gardens, Business Week, Consumer Reports, Highlights, Motor Trends, National Geographic, Newsweek, Popular Mechanics and Science News and provides access to hundreds of periodicals through SIRS, a service that groups magazine articles by topics.

  • Audiocassettes - Books on tape, for adults and for small children, and classical music are available.

  • Videos - CDs and VHS cassettes are available for two day loan, including recent releases, children's movies, how-to's and more.

  • Interlibrary Loan - Through membership in the Northeast Texas Library System, the library is able to borrow items from a myriad of other libraries.  Material normally arrives in five to ten days.

  • Reserve Service - Reserves (holds) may be placed on any library material.  Patrons are placed on a waiting list and notified when items have been returned and are ready for checkout.  This service includes best sellers and videos.

  • Meeting Room - Non-profit and cultural groups may reserve the use of the room, which has a 50 seat capacity.  A refundable deposit is required.  Please contact Dolores Greenwald, Director of Library Services at 972-530-8966 for more information.

  • TexShare Database - This is a database of business information, general information, history, genealogy, homework and education, librarian tools and reference, literature, medicine, health and wellness, newspapers and magazines, science and technology and Spanish language resources provided by the Texas State Library and Archives Commission.  This database can be accessed through the computers located at the Sachse Library. 
    ACCESS TO THE TEXSHARE DATABASE IS PROVIDED EXCLUSIVELY FOR PATRONS OF THE SACHSE PUBLIC LIBRARY.  CONTACT THE REFERENCE LIBRARIAN FOR THE REQUIRED LOGIN AND PASSWORD.