Link+ (LinkPlus) – Marin County Free Library https://marinlibrary.org A BiblioWeb Site Thu, 30 Sep 2021 21:08:12 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://cor-liv-cdn-static.bibliocommons.com/images/CA-MARINET-FREE-LIBRARY/favicon.ico?1761525714928 Link+ (LinkPlus) – Marin County Free Library https://marinlibrary.org 32 32 What are the fines and fees for Link+ items? https://marinlibrary.org/faqs/what-are-the-fines-and-fees-for-link-items/ Thu, 06 Aug 2020 01:14:11 +0000 https://marinlibrary.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=81702 The Marin County Free Library System no longer charges late fees on Link+ items.

Please note, however, that items requested from Link+ by other libraries in Marin may still be subject to late fees, regardless of checkout location.

Lost or Damaged Items
Replacement fees for any lost or damaged Link+ materials still apply. After two weeks, overdue Link+ items are billed for the replacement charge. The replacement cost for a lost or damaged Link+ item is $115. Please contact your local library before paying replacement costs, as other replacement options might be available to you.

]]> How long can I borrow a Link+ item? Can I renew Link+ items? https://marinlibrary.org/faqs/how-long-can-i-borrow-a-link-item-can-i-renew-items/ Thu, 06 Aug 2020 01:10:05 +0000 https://marinlibrary.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=81700
  • Books and media are loaned for 21 days.
  • You can renew only within three days of the original due date. Renewal is not automatic. One 3-week renewal is allowed for books and some media, unless the item has been requested at the owning institution.
    • ]]>         How can I check on the status of a Link+ request? https://marinlibrary.org/faqs/how-can-i-check-on-the-status-of-a-link-request/ Thu, 06 Aug 2020 01:07:23 +0000 https://marinlibrary.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=81698 You can monitor the status of your Link+ request by logging in to your Account. When the status is listed as "LINK+ RECV'D", the item is ready for you to pick up at the library.

    ]]>         How long does a Link+ request take to arrive? https://marinlibrary.org/faqs/how-long-does-a-link-request-take-to-arrive/ Thu, 06 Aug 2020 01:05:26 +0000 https://marinlibrary.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=81696 The average time is four business days. If there are problems finding the item at the owning library, holidays or academic breaks, it can take longer. The item is then held for you to checkout at your pickup library for seven open days.

    ]]>         If a Link+ item is unavailable, can I place a hold on it? https://marinlibrary.org/faqs/if-a-link-item-is-unavailable-can-i-place-a-hold-on-it/ Thu, 06 Aug 2020 01:04:16 +0000 https://marinlibrary.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=81694 Unfortunately, no. Link+ does not have a waitlist.

    ]]>         What is Link+ and how do I use it? https://marinlibrary.org/faqs/what-is-link-linkplus-and-how-do-i-use-it/ Wed, 05 Aug 2020 23:00:50 +0000 https://marinlibrary.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=81438 Link+ is a group of more than 60 libraries across California and Nevada that you can borrow items from for free, using Marin County library card. If an item is not available from Marin County libraries, it may be possible to borrow it from one of our Link+ partners.

    To request an item through Link+ follow these steps:

    1. Search our catalog first to make sure we don’t own the item that you wish to borrow.*
    2. Click on the Link+ button to search in the Link+ catalog, opens a new window.
    3. When you locate the item, click on the title.
    4. Click on the “LINK+ libraries have this item” link to see if the item is Available.
    5. Click on the blue “REQUEST THIS ITEM” link.
    6. Click on the down arrow and select the library that is your MARINet home library. (What is my home library?, opens a new window)
    7. Click “Submit".
    8. If the item can be borrowed from LinkPlus, you will be asked to enter your name, your 14-digit library card number and your PIN. You must also select a pickup location, which can be any MARINet Library. (It does not need to be your home library.)

    *Note: If the item is available in our catalog, you will receive the message, "You cannot use LINK+ to request items that are available...".

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