Borrowing From Other Libraries

Are you trying to find an book, but it’s not in the Library Catalog? We can help you borrow it from another library! Submit completed forms at the Library checkout desk.

• Is it a book? If you know at least the title and author of the book, please complete the Book Request Form.
• Is it audiovisual material? Use the Audiovisual Request Form.
• Is it an article from a newspaper, magazine, or professional journal? The Periodical Request Form will help staff locate the article for you. Remember to first check Badgerlink or Google for your article.
• Are you researching a subject? Library staff can research and request publications such as books, movies and audiobooks about your specific subject. Complete the Subject Request Form with as many details as possible to ensure a timely response.

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Search On Your Own

Some patrons enjoy browsing the online catalogs. Following these steps will increase the likelihood of obtaining the items you wish to borrow.

• Search Verso. Items owned by the Dodgeville Public Library or other libraries in the Southwest Wisconsin Library System can be requested directly through the Library Catalog by selecting “Reserve This Item” and following the screen directions. Choose the Dodgeville Public Library for your pickup location.
• Search WISCAT. The WISCAT library catalog is a statewide library database. Once you find the item, print the first page of the record. Write your name, telephone number and library card number on the top of the page and submit it to the library. Or, you can print and complete an item request form using the above links.
• Search WorldCat. WorldCat is a worldwide catalog of library content. When you find the item, print the first page of the record. Write your name, telephone number and library card number on the top of the page and submit it to the Library. Or, you can print and complete an item request form using the above links.
• Still can’t locate the item? Print a record of the item from any web site or vendor where you’ve seen it. Providing the web site address will enable staff to research the item more extensively. Write your name, telephone number and library card number on the top of the page before submitting it to the Library.

Tips for Borrowing from Other Libraries

As you search the online catalogs and find a title that you want to request, there are a few points that you will want to consider. (Click here for more information).

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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