At the Salem-South Lyon District Library we have been taking steps, big and small, to make a greener tomorrow.

The library is committed to encouraging our patrons and staff to recycle and has taken steps to make it as easy and convenient as possible. Paper recycling bins can be found throughout the library, including in the computer lab, all of the study rooms and in staff areas. The library also recently added a few new plastic recycling bins for visitors to dispose of plastic bottles (#1 and #2 only please).  Recycling isn’t just for paper and plastic though. Patrons can also recycle cell phones, eyeglasses, ink cartridges and batteries (provided the ends are taped to prevent fires). Our recycling efforts even extend to the Friends of Library book room where gently used books get a second life. Recycling is not only good for the environment, but for the library and the community. The library earns money for every ton of paper deposited in the green and yellow Abitibi bins located in the parking lot.

Protecting land and water resources is vital to the sustainability of our community and an important goal of the library. The Salem-South Lyon District Library recently became a member of Washtenaw County’s Community Partners for Clean Streams. CPCS is a voluntary, cooperative effort between the Washtenaw County Water Resources Commissioner's Office and Washtenaw County businesses and institutions. The goal of the program is to help identify practical, cost effective ways to protect Washtenaw County waterways through pollution prevention. CPCS is a cost-free initiative that provides information, technical advice and recognition to participants.

Small changes can also make a big impact. The library has switched out old light bulbs throughout the building for more energy efficient, compact fluorescent light bulbs. We have also added insulation to the study rooms to reduce noise and conserve heat.

The Salem-South Lyon District Library will continue to explore ways to reduce waste and increase awareness. Working together, we can make every day Earth Day!

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Did you know that you can be notified by email when you have a book or other item that comes in for you?  Or that you can be emailed when an item is coming due to be returned?  It's easy, convenient, and saves the library the cost of mailing notices to you.  Thanks to many people who have provided their email addresses, the library was able to save the on mailing costs to 225 persons this past quarter, which allows the library to place more funds toward buying materials for the collection.  Just give us a call, email us, or tell us you want to add your email address to your library account.  Together we can make a difference!

 Check out the latest in audiobook technology. Playaways are small, lightweight audiobook players that come preloaded with an entire book.

No Cassettes. No CDs. No Downloads. Just Play.

Playaways are convenient and easy to use without having to juggle multiple CDs, cassettes or a separate player. It also allows the listener to control the speed of the narrator's voice and automatically bookmarks the last place they left off after powering down.

Perfect for walking, jogging or the gym! Playaways don't skip or scratch like CDs.

Playaways come equipped with a universal headphone jack and can be used in the car just like an iPod or MP3 player. Simply plug the unit into the auxiliary port, FM transmitter or cassette adapter and you are ready to listen.

They require a AAA battery and a set of headphones. As a special promotion and while supplies last, the first patrons to check out a Playaway will receive a FREE battery and set of earbuds!

Our collection is growing, so keep an eye out for new titles coming soon. If you have any questions or would like to see how a Playaway works, please see a reference librarian.

We hope you enjoy this new collection and check one out soon!

Come on in to the library to use our “Keep in Touch” service that allows you to make a free call to a friend or family member located in over 40 different countries from the library!  Call the library to reserve a time today! 

Countries available for free calling:

  This service is made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Did you know you can bring your used batteries to the library for recycling? Please give your batteries to the Circulation Desk. Per the U.S. Department of Transportation, in order to ensure safe handling, please tape the ends of the batteries or place each battery in a separate plastic baggie. Unfortunately, if batteries that are not deposited in this manner we will not accept them. If you have any questions about this, please contact the library. Thank you!

At the Michigan Helping Hand Website, Michigan citizens facing economic hardship can find the services they need. Information includes; jobs and training, unemployment benefits, health care, family support and housing.

Link: http://www.michigan.gov/helpinghand/

Need a book for a few more days? Renew online through the library catalog by going to your account. You can see when items are due and if you owe any extended user fees - if you owe any fees you can now pay online. That way the only thing you'll have to worry about the next time you visit the library is finding more good reads.