Important Changes 

May 1, 2023

Upgrade to the Libby app for eZone reading on your mobile device.  help.libbyapp.com

• The Overdrive app will no longer work after May 1.

• You will no longer be able to transfer files to an MP3 player.

May 18-21, 2023

All Ocean State Libraries will be updating to a new library system. During this transition period, all libraries will have limited operations.

The online catalog will be on pause while we migrate to our new system.  catalog.oslri.net

• Wednesday, May 17 is the last day to place holds, renew materials, update your record, pay fines, and extend due dates in the old online catalog.

• Your Reading History will carry over to the new system.

• My Lists, Preferred Searches, and Linked Accounts will not transfer to the new system.

• You must have your updated library card with you during this time to check out. We will be on a backup system, and unable to look up your account.

• We will not be able to check items in or fill holds requests. Due dates will be changed so that nothing becomes overdue during this time.

FOUR THINGS YOU CAN DO NOW

1. Update your library record with your current address, email address, and phone number if any of this information has changed within the last year. You can update your email address online, but all other information must be updated at the library with a valid ID.

2. Start using the OSL mobile app where you can manage multiple cards.  oslri.org/mobileapp

3. Export My Lists:

• Login to the catalog.

• Click on My Lists and choose a list.

• Click Export List and choose Brief Display.

• Choose where to send your list.

1. Save Preferred Searches:

• Write down your Preferred Searches with pen and paper OR

• Export your Preferred Searches using a screenshot.

  • Print Screen (prt scn) on PC.  Shift+Command+3 on Mac.

May 22, 2023

Your new catalog will be up and ready for you to discover everything the library has to offer!

• Your PIN will change.  When you log in, you will be directed on how to access/update your new PIN.