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How do I place a hold? Renew? Look for an item?
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What do I need to do to obtain a library card?
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ADE Error: Unable to erase authorization, please try again after some time.
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What is my library PIN?
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How much does the library charge for an overdue book? DVD?
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How do I get started with North Carolina Digital Library & Overdrive?
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Can I renew an expired NHCPL library card online?
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How do I set up an EZ account for the NHCPL catalog?
Last Updated: May 24, 2017 |
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Can I Fax? Copy? Print?
Last Updated: Apr 25, 2019 |
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When I try to download audiobooks with Overdrive Media Console I get the message “Error:0x80070057: The parameter is incorrect." What does this mean?
Last Updated: May 24, 2017 |
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What are my borrowing privileges?
Last Updated: Oct 10, 2017 |
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When applying for a library card, do I need to have proof of residence besides my driver's license?
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How do I register to take a class offered through Gale Courses?
Last Updated: Feb 28, 2019 |
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How many books, music CDs, and DVDs can I check out at one time with my library card?
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How do I login to My Account using the library catalog?
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What is the timeline for the Pine Valley Branch?
Last Updated: Jun 14, 2019 |
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How do I checkout a book on Axis 360 from my Tablet/iPad/Kindle Fire/Nook?
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How do I return an RBdigital magazine?
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Can I pay my library fines online?
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Does the library accept donations?
Last Updated: Jun 14, 2019 |
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Can a resident of another county check out materials from NHCPL?
Last Updated: Feb 28, 2019 |
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How do I unlock locked DVD cases?
Last Updated: Jun 08, 2017 |
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Is the library card good for an indefinite period?
Last Updated: Feb 28, 2019 |
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When are the NHCPL annual book sales?
Last Updated: Jun 07, 2017 |
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What should we expect of the new Pine Valley Branch?
Last Updated: May 22, 2019 |
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What was the original name of Wilmington?
Last Updated: Jun 14, 2019 |
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Where did Eagles Island get its name?
Last Updated: Jun 14, 2019 |
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How do I request a newspaper article?
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Is the First Baptist Church spire the tallest church in Wilmington?
Last Updated: Jun 14, 2019 |
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Does the library have records of City Council proceedings?
Last Updated: Jun 14, 2019 |
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What is Wilmington’s tallest building?
Last Updated: Jun 14, 2019 |
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What year was the New Hanover County Public Library started?
Last Updated: Jun 14, 2019 |
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Where was Wilmington City Cemetery?
Last Updated: Jun 14, 2019 |
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Is the library haunted?
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What is the Bill Reaves Collection?
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What do I need to do to obtain a library card?
Last Updated: Apr 25, 2019 |
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When applying for a library card, do I need to have proof of residence besides my driver's license?
Last Updated: May 24, 2017 |
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Views: 1109
Can a resident of another county check out materials from NHCPL?
Last Updated: Feb 28, 2019 |
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Views: 727
Can children have their own library cards?
Last Updated: Jun 15, 2017 |
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Is the library card good for an indefinite period?
Last Updated: Feb 28, 2019 |
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How do I know if my NHCPL card needs to be renewed?
Last Updated: Jun 15, 2017 |
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Can I renew an expired NHCPL library card online?
Last Updated: Feb 27, 2019 |
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How do I login to My Account using the library catalog?
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What is my library PIN?
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What is my NHCPL login/username?
Last Updated: Jun 15, 2017 |
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How do I update my address or contact information associated with my library card?
Last Updated: Jun 15, 2017 |
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What are my borrowing privileges?
Last Updated: Oct 10, 2017 |
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Views: 1187
How many books, music CDs, and DVDs can I check out at one time with my library card?
Last Updated: Feb 28, 2019 |
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Can I use my library card if I have fines?
Last Updated: Jun 14, 2017 |
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Do I need an NHCPL card to participate in events?
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What are the guidelines for proctoring an exam at NHCPL?
Last Updated: Sep 06, 2017 |
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What are the fees for the proctoring service?
Last Updated: Sep 01, 2017 |
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Does the library offer proctoring services?
Last Updated: Sep 01, 2017 |
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Where are the proctoring locations for NHCPL?
Last Updated: Sep 01, 2017 |
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What does NHCPL not provide when proctoring an exam?
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What does NHCPL do for proctoring services?
Last Updated: Sep 01, 2017 |
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What happens if I accidentally return another library's book to NHCPL?
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What is Interlibrary Loan or ILL?
Last Updated: Mar 26, 2018 |
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Are ILL submissions reviewed as possible Suggestions for Purchase?
Last Updated: Mar 26, 2018 |
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What happens once I submit my ILL request?
Last Updated: Mar 26, 2018 |
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How many items can I borrow via ILL?
Last Updated: Mar 26, 2018 |
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What are the rules to submit an ILL Request?
Last Updated: Mar 26, 2018 |
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Is there an online form I can use for an ILL request?
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Wilmington, NC 28401
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Wilmington, NC 28405
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