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SCPL partners with Bring On The Spectrum during the month of April
March 10, 2026
During April 2026, the Hon. Karen B. Johnson Main Library of the Schenectady County Public Library system is offering sensory supplies and resources to welcome patrons across the neurodiverse spectrum. A generous donation of fidget bags, noise-canceling headphones, flexible seating, and other tools was provided by local community partner Bring On The Spectrum. These in-house […]
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Scotia Branch Library Welcomes Patrons Back with Limited Services
March 10, 2026
The Scotia Branch Library reopened Tuesday, February 17, with limited services available. Patrons may access the front room of the library, including new and popular titles, adult fiction, public computers, and printing/copying services. Account services such as holds pickup, registration, and checkout are also available. Additional areas of the building, including the meeting room and […]
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Scotia Branch Library temporarily closed for building repairs
January 29, 2026
The Scotia Branch Library sustained damage during the winter storm this past weekend. Due to the prolonged extreme cold, some heating pipes on the second floor burst. A restoration company is on site, working closely with County Facilities staff to assess the damage. Once the full assessment is complete, next steps and a repair timeline […]
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Temporary Service Changes to Catalog
December 10, 2025
Beginning on Monday, April 14 patrons may be asked to enter their PIN when using Overdrive/Libby for a one-time validation process.
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Catalog Upgrades Coming Soon
December 10, 2025
Beginning on Monday, April 14 patrons may be asked to enter their PIN when using Overdrive/Libby for a one-time validation process.
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IMPORTANT UPDATE ABOUT ACCESS TO COLLECTIONS AND ACCOUNTS:
December 10, 2025
Beginning on Monday, April 14 patrons may be asked to enter their PIN when using Overdrive/Libby for a one-time validation process.
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Our New Catalog is Now Live
December 10, 2025
Beginning on Monday, April 14 patrons may be asked to enter their PIN when using Overdrive/Libby for a one-time validation process.
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Saved Lists in Catalog
December 10, 2025
Beginning on Monday, April 14 patrons may be asked to enter their PIN when using Overdrive/Libby for a one-time validation process.
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Interlibrary Loan Through the Catalog is Back!
December 10, 2025
Beginning on Monday, April 14 patrons may be asked to enter their PIN when using Overdrive/Libby for a one-time validation process.
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New SCPL Mobile App
December 10, 2025
Beginning on Monday, April 14 patrons may be asked to enter their PIN when using Overdrive/Libby for a one-time validation process.
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