Using the library catalog

In 2005, the Wyomissing Public Library adopted a state-of-the-art circulation system called "Millennium." With this new system, you can now search our library catalog, reserve items, renew items, and view items checked out to your account. These features can be utilized from any computer with Internet access, at any time day or night.

Note:  You may find it easier to use this guide if you print this page before starting.

Viewing the Library's Online Catalog

•  Go to our library Web site ( http://www.wyopublib.org ) and click the "Catalog" button at the upper-right corner of the screen.  This will take you to the basic
search menu:

•  By clicking on the down arrow next to "Keyword" you will be able to search by entering keywords, titles, authors, subjects and more.  After you enter your search terms, click on "Go" to see your search results.

•  When you get your search results, click on the title of the item you are interested in.  This will show you the item's call number, and also tell you if the book is checked out or not.

Logging Into Your Account

•  Go to the starting search page of the library catalog.  (If you are already searching the catalog, click the "Start Over" button at the bottom of the page.)

•  To log into your account, click "My Millennium":

•  This will take you to the log in screen.  You will need to enter your name, your library card number, and a PIN (personal identification number).

•  Click "Submit."  If you are logging in for the first time, you will be asked to confirm the PIN you selected.

Viewing Your Account and Renewing Items

•  Once you are logged in, click "Checked Out Items."  You will see a list of items you have out, the due date(s), and whether anyone else has requested the item.

•  To renew an item, select the box next to the title and press "Renew Selected Items."  If you are able to renew, the new due date will appear.

•  When logged into "My Millennium" you can also view any late fees on your account, search the catalog, modify your PIN, and view your recent check-out history.

Reserving items

•  Suppose the item you want is checked out -- you can reserve it, and when the item comes in, the library will call you to let you know it is available for pickup.  (Some items may have other patrons already on the hold list.  This could delay the time it takes you to get the item.)

•  To reserve a book, click on the "Request" button in the lower area of the screen. You then will be asked to enter your patron information.  Type in your name, library barcode number, and PIN.  If you do not have a PIN yet, just enter a four-digit number; this will be your PIN in the future.  After you click "Submit" you will be asked to verify your PIN selection.

•  Once you enter your name, library barcode number, and PIN you will be asked to verify your item request.  Simply click "Request Renewed Item" and you will be placed on the hold list for that item.

Our staff will be happy to assist if you have any questions or need help.