Omaha Public Library is updating its behind-the-scenes software this November. This software enables our staff to manage and checkout materials and for you to place holds. We appreciate your patience and understanding during this transition.
Schedule
Oct. 13 - Extended checkout and account expiration dates
- Physical materials checked out beginning on Oct. 13 will have extended checkout periods. Checkouts will extend from 3 weeks to 5 weeks.
- If your library card is due to expire during this time, expiration dates will be extended until Nov. 17.
Nov. 2 - Limited services begin
Library services will be limited as we begin the software transition.
What is unavailable beginning Nov. 2:
- Placing holds
- Interlibrary loan requests
- eCard sign-ups
What is available during this time:
- New card sign-ups can be completed in person at a branch.
- Libby and OverDrive will be available.
- Access to online databases found in the Online Resource Center
- Printing, scanning and public computer use
- Discovery Pass reservations
- Patrons can still browse the website, events calendar and catalog and log in to their account via the website or MyOPL app.
Nov. 5 - Update on limited services
The online catalog will only show materials that the library currently owns and will no longer update. OPL will be unable to process returns during this time, and any returned materials will remain on a cardholder’s account until Nov. 14.
If possible, we ask patrons to hold materials until Nov. 14 when OPL is able to process returns again.
What is unavailable beginning Nov. 5:
- Patron login through the website or mobile MyOPL app
- Checkout in the MyOPL app
- Placing holds
- Interlibrary loan requests
- eCard sign-ups
- Online registration for events
- Requests for materials to be transferred from another branch
What is available during this time:
- New card sign-ups can be completed in person at a branch.
- Libby and OverDrive will be available.
- Access to online databases found in the Online Resource Center
- Printing, scanning and public computer use
- Discovery Pass reservations
- Patrons can still browse the website, events calendar and catalog, but they cannot log in to their account.
- Patrons can check out materials from branches they physically visit. To check if materials are available at a specific branch, we recommend calling the branch directly. Staff will be unable to access inventory at other locations. To check out materials, patrons must present their physical or digital card.
All checkouts will return from the temporary 5-week checkout period to the original 3-week checkout.
Nov. 12 - Library account PINs reset
Due to migration, library account PINs are reset to the last four digits of the library card account. Patrons may update their PINs to a 4-digit number of their choosing.
Nov. 12-13 - Temporary closure
All branches are closed.
Nov. 13 - Update on limited services
A temporary online catalog will be available to patrons. Patrons can search for and place items on hold.
What is unavailable as of Nov. 13:
- Account login and holds placement via the MyOPL app
- Interlibrary loan requests
- eCard sign-ups
- Online registration for events
What is available during this time:
- Patron login and holds placement through the temporary online catalog.
- New card sign-ups can be completed in person at a branch.
- Libby and OverDrive will be available.
- Access to online databases found in the Online Resource Center
- Printing, scanning and public computer use
- Discovery Pass reservations
Early December 2025 - Return to normal services
All services return to normal. Library catalog/mobile app, interlibrary loans, material purchase suggestions, and library card signups are all available.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the benefit of changing the computer software for materials?
The new software will allow for improved efficiency, materials management, and cardholder account management.
Does this affect digital services and online resources?
Checkouts and holds in Libby will be available during this period. There will be intermittent service disruptions after Nov. 12, as additional services and online resources are migrated to the new system.
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