Meet the new CLAMS Library Network app!

Have you missed having an app to access your CLAMS account, place holds and check out e-materials? The wait is over! Find our new app in Google Play or the Apple App Store by searching for "CLAMS Library Network" and download today!

Use the new app to:

• Manage your account
• Create and view lists
• View hours & contact info
• Search the collection
• Browse and discover
• Check out e-content *

...and more!

* The CLAMS "Libby" app will still be available for selecting and reading eBooks and other downloadable content!

CLAMS Network Library App Disabled, Libby eBook App Unaffected

 Important Update About CLAMS App

The Mobile App for the Cape Libraries Automated Materials Sharing (CLAMS) network has been disabled



Unfortunately, the "Capira" app for the CLAMS consortium has been disabled due to technical issues. Patrons are advised to remove the app from phones and other portable devices, as it may give inaccurate information. In the meantime, please use our online catalog by clicking HERE while CLAMS seeks a replacement. 

The Libby App for Library eBooks and eAudiobooks from Overdrive is not affected by this change.

Update for Libby eBook Users Tuesday April 4th

Update for Libby eBook Users: Due to an OverDrive security update, all CLAMS Libby users will need to verify their library cards in Libby again on or after TUESDAY APRIL 4th Monday, March 27th.  To learn how to verify your library cards in Libby, click on this link.   

Changes Coming to your CLAMS Account February 24th - 27th

 

Vineyard Haven Library and the CLAMS Library Network will be switching to a new software system on Monday February 27th. This will include a new online catalog that library patrons will use to search for books and other items, place holds and requests, and renew items online. 

The CLAMS Libraries have selected a new user-friendly catalog designed to make it easier than ever to find and borrow materials from the library! This powerful new search engine includes features like predictive search text, curated lists, personalized recommendations, and greater control over your user account.

Data migration will take place Friday February 24th through Sunday February 26th

During migration, library users will be temporarily unable to:

• Renew or request items through the CLAMS Catalog or Commonwealth Catalog
• Checkout items in Overdrive/Libby App (on Sunday)
• Access some other digital library resources

Vineyard Haven Library will be open regular hours on Friday and Saturday, but since our system will be down during migration, please bring your library card if you wish to checkout materials. The Library will be closed for the day on Sunday February 26th.

The library will not be checking in materials during the migration, but no late fees will accrue on items returned during migration– all Martha’s Vineyard libraries are always fine free!

The new “Aspen Discovery” catalog goes live on Monday February 27th:

• The web address will stay the same, library.clamsnet.org. 
• The PIN/password you use to access your CLAMS account online will change to the last four digits of the phone number on your CLAMS account. On February 27th and after you can reset your PIN to the number or password you prefer to use.
• If you checkout eBooks using Overdrive or Libby apps, you will need to re-enter your new password the first time you checkout.
• If you have opted in to save your reading history in the current CLAMs catalog, your reading history will be transferred to the new system, however you will need to “opt in” again, and your history may not be transferred immediately.

If you have any issues with accessing your new account or have questions about migration, please give us a call at (508) 696-4210, or email vhpl_mail@clamsnet.org

For more information including frequently asked questions, visit info.clamsnet.org

We appreciate your patience during this transition!

Libby eBooks & eAudio Virtual Patron Training

 

10 am Monday July 12th
Libby eBooks & eAudio Virtual Patron Training

Experts from OverDrive are coming to help you access our library’s digital collection of ebooks and audiobooks through the free Libby app!

If you haven’t used the FREE Libby app yet to borrow digital titles from our library, join at 10:00 to learn how to Get Started with Libby. This virtual session will get you up to speed on everything you need to know to get started with Libby, including:

• Finding your library and signing in
• Navigating the app
• Browsing and searching for titles
• Borrowing titles and placing holds
• Managing notifications
• And much more

Want to learn the experts’ favorite tips and tricks? Join us at 10:45 for the Libby Deep Dive session, where OverDrive experts will show you how to get even more out of our Digital Collection.

Just have a few minutes? Want to ask the experts a few questions? Joe and Marissa have an open period at 10:35 (following Getting Started and before the Deep Dive) to chat!

CLICK HERE to Register for this free event:
http://bit.ly/vineyardhaventrain