Howe Library: KnowHowe Library Catalog

KnowHowe
is the catalog for the Howe Library and the Etna Library.
(Click on the underlined word above to reach the catalog.)

NEW for families, teachers and others:
KidsOnline, our kids' catalog.
A child-friendly view of the catalog on the web.

Use KidsOnline to find books and other materials in the children's collection at Howe Library and Hanover Town Library (Etna).

For more information see the brochure titled:
Introduction to KnowHowe and KidsOnline (PDF)

KidsOnline is funded by a grant from the
New Hampshire State Library with
Library Services and Technology Act Funds
&
Howe Library Corporation Fund 2000 donations.
(Text of Grant Proposal) (Text of Final Grant Report)

Frequently Asked Questions About Using KnowHowe

How do I access my record?

How do I reserve (hold) an item?

How do I renew items?

What is the loan period for items?

How do I access my patron record?
From the Main Menu in the online library catalog, KnowHowe:

Select VIEW your circulation record,

Enter your name,

Enter 14 digit barcode (found on your library card).

How do I place a reserve (hold) on an item? Reserves (holds) may be placed on items that are not available on the shelves. You may place holds online in the catalog by selecting the Request option when you are viewing the record for the item you want to reserve. You will be asked to type in your name and library barcode number.
When you are in the library, you may ask reference or circulation staff to assist you in placing holds either online or on paper request slips.

What is the easiest way to renew items? In the online catalog, go to your record. Click on Items Checked Out, then select Renew All or Renew Selected Items. You may renew items that are not overdue.
You may call the library during open hours and staff will renew items for you.

What is the loan period for items? What about fines?

New books, magazines, videos and CDROMs:

2 weeks

Other books, audio cassettes, CDs:

3 weeks

Many Reference items:

1 day

Art prints:

6 weeks

Renewal period:

Same as the initial loan period.

Fines for late return:

For most items: .10 per day.

Fines for DVDS, videos, reference items, art prints, CDROMS:

$1.00 per day

Hanover Town Library (Etna):

No fines