Launching New Shared Catalog in October 2026

Rolling Meadows Library launches New Shared Catalog on October 20, 2026

Get ready for launch:

• Confirm your account info at the Check Out Desk.
• Keep your library card handy during the transition period (October 15–19).
• Place any holds by October 15, as new requests will be temporarily unavailable during the switchover.
• Borrown any Library of Things items, streaming devices, or hotspots by Thursday, October 15.
• Save any saved lists from your account (they will not transfer to the new catalog).
  1. Open your bookmarked list.
  2. Press Ctrl+P (Windows) or Command+P (Mac).
  3. Under destination or printer select "Save as PDF," then click "Save."

What to expect during the transition (October 16-19)

You can still:

• Borrow most materials (you must bring your physical library card).
• Pick up holds.
• Return items (but due dates will be extended until October 20).
• Confirm an item is on the shelf by phone.
• Reserve a study room in person or by phone.
• Register for programs online (with your email), by phone, or in person.
• Use most online library resources.
• Use all in-library services.

Temporarily, you won't be able to:

• Borrow the newest materials due to a temporary freeze on adding new items.
• Place new holds, renew items, or update your account.
• Borrow Library of Things items, streaming devices, or hotspots.
• Check for up-to-date catalog item records (view only access).
• Reserve a study room online or in the library’s app.
• Register for programs in the Libary’s app.
• Borrow materials from Hoopla, Kanopy, and Libby (there will be some disruption to borrowing eMaterial, but CCS is working on minimising it during the transition), or access LinkedIn Learning.

We appreciate your patience during this brief disruption, and are excited for the benefits the new catalog brings to our community!

We are here to help:

During the transition period (October 15–19) some of our services, apps, resources, room reservations, and program registration may not work as expected.

• Program Registration: 847-259-6050 x111
• Room Reservations: 847-259-6050 x130
• Library Card PIN: 847-259-6050 x120
• En español: 847-259-6050 x144

This October, Rolling Meadows Library will launch a new shared online catalog that will instantly expand patron access from approximately 185,000 local items to more than 5.1 million physical items across 34 area libraries.

The new catalog comes as Rolling Meadows Library joins Cooperative Computer Services (CCS), a consortium of 34 public libraries located primarily in Chicago’s northern and northwestern suburbs. Wauconda Area Public Library will also join CCS this fall, further strengthening the network.

Through the shared CCS catalog, Rolling Meadows Library cardholders will be able to search, request, and receive materials from any member library directly within the familiar Rolling Meadows system. Requests will automatically be filled by the first available copy within the network, reducing wait times for popular titles and expanding choices without requiring additional item purchases or interlibrary loan requests.

Key benefits include:

• Dramatically Expanded Access: More than 5 million physical items available through one catalog.
• Shorter Wait Times: Holds filled by the most readily available copy across 34 libraries.
• Seamless Borrowing: Easy use of a Rolling Meadows Library card at other CCS libraries.
• Modern Catalog Experience: Improved search tools, account features, and notifications.
• Efficient Use of Tax Dollars: Shared system costs maximize resources while controlling expenses.

Rolling Meadows Library received a $53,050 Cataloging Membership Grant from Reaching Across Illinois Library System (RAILS) to support startup and migration costs. The grant significantly reduces financial barriers to joining the consortium and allows the library to move forward without increasing costs to the community.

Migration work, staff training, and data preparation are underway throughout 2026 in advance of the October go-live date.