Wednesday, January 15, 2025

LINCC How To: How to Enable Your Checkout History

When you frequently use your library, it can be easy to forget which books you may have already read.  

However, did you know that you can enable your checkout history and keep track of all the items you've checked out? Here's how:  

Step 1: Head to LINCC.org

Step 2: Log in using the 8 digit number on your library card. Your pin will be the 4 digit pin you created when you signed up for the card. The Log In option is at the top of the page on the right hand side. 


Step 3: Once logged in, click on the My Account option in the upper right hand side of the site. 

Step 4: Here you will see all of your account details. Think of this as your LINCC hub where you can control your account. 

Step 5: Under the Account Information tab, towards the bottom, you will see the "Preferences" option. Click on "Preferences" to access the drop-down menu.

Step 6: Under the "Preferences" drop-down menu, you will see several drop-down menus, and at the bottom of these options, you will see the "Enable my Checkout History" box. 

Step 7: Click on the "Enable my Checkout History" box. 

Step 8: Once you click on the "Enable my Checkout History" box, you will see a pop-up window that informs you that the Libraries in Clackamas County will not release any records related to your library account, except if required by court order. If you agree, click "Ok".


Step 9: One you've selected ok, you will hit the green "Update" button on the lower right-hand side of the screen. 

That's it! Going forward, all of your checked-out library materials will be listed on your account! 

To view your Checkout History, go into your account under the "Checkouts" tab. 


Select the "Checkout History" drop-down menu.

     
Here you will be able to view all of your checkout history (beginning the day you select "Enable my Checkout History.")

Questions? Feel free to stop by the info desk to learn more!








Monday, January 13, 2025

Sandy and Hoodland Library Strategic Questions


It is time for the Sandy and Hoodland Libraries to update our strategic plan!  Your input is important as we look towards our future.  Please take a few minutes to fill out this very short 5-question survey about our community.  Thank you!

 

Thursday, January 9, 2025

January Seed Library News

 


Happy New Year, Gardeners!


As 2024 has come to a close, I find myself reflecting on how grateful I am to this community. Thank you for welcoming me with a spirit of generosity and encouragement as I complete my first full year as your local seed librarian. The enthusiasm a lot of you bring is contagious and it motivates me to make more connections, and to continue to grow our resources. Here's to another great year ahead!



Friday, December 20, 2024

January Book Club Picks

 Here's what the Sandy and Hoodland libraries are reading in January! 


Men's Book Club

Monday, January 6th
7:00 PM
Hoyt Community Room in the Sandy Library

Luster by Raven Leilani

For further information please contact Maureen Houck: mhouck@ci.sandy.or.us




Digital Book Club
 

Thursday, January 2nd
7:00 PM
Online via Zoom

Martin Marten by Brian Doyle

For further information and to receive the Zoom link, contact Kat Aden: kaden@ci.sandy.or.us





Women's Book Club

Thursday, January 9th
6:00 PM
Hoyt Community Room in the Sandy Library

The Women by Kristin Hannah

For further information please contact Maureen Houck: mhouck@ci.sandy.or.us





Hoodland Book Club

Tuesday, January 21st
4:00 PM
Hoodland Community Room


For further information please contact Alex Steinmetz: asteinmetz@ci.sandy.or.us







Friday, December 6, 2024

December Seed Library News

 

Happy December, Gardeners!


Winter Holiday Season is in full force, so I do not have any upcoming events to announce. There definitely is something to the notion of needing that rest time in the winter.


But I do have some fun and interesting resources for you!




Thursday, November 14, 2024

December Book Club Picks

Here's what the Sandy and Hoodland libraries are reading for December!

Men's Book Club

Monday, December 2nd
7:00 PM
Hoyt Community Room at the Sandy Library


For further information please contact Maureen Houck: mhouck@ci.sandy.or.us



Digital Book Club 

Thursday, December 5th
7:00 PM
Online via Zoom

Holidays on Ice by David Sedaris

For further information and to receive the Zoom link, contact Kat Aden: kaden@ci.sandy.or.us




Women's Book Club

Thursday, December 12th
6:00 PM
Hoyt Community Room at the Sandy Library

I Miss the Rain in Africa by Nancy Wesson

For further information please contact Maureen Houck: mhouck@ci.sandy.or.us





Hoodland Book Club

Tuesday, December 17th
4:00 PM
Hoodland Community Room

The Winter People by Jennifer McMahon

For further information please contact Alex Steinmetz: asteinmetz@ci.sandy.or.us








Tuesday, November 5, 2024

November Seed Library News

 Happy November, Gardeners!


Guess what I harvested from the library garden? Milkweed Seeds! Fall is an excellent time to sow the seeds for next year's Monarchs. Check out the Seed Library cabinet to pick some up for your garden.


Recap: Alternative Ground Covers


What is groundcover? OSU defines it as a low-growing perennial that often provide excellent coverage on slopes, aid in erosion control, and provide interesting foliage or flowers.


Many of us are looking to move away from traditional lawns and reclaim that space for other opportunities. Some of us want to better support our local wildlife, others may find it is no longer sustainable maintaining turf grass with the cost of water and labor. Master Gardener, Kris LaMar, walked us through some alternatives and some key questions to consider before taking action.


If you are interested in the bullet point list of recommended plants Kris left for us, let me know and I can email it to you. In the meantime, here are the online resources that she provided:


Resources

  • Ecolawns - OSU has been doing extensive research on turf grass that is more ecofriendly.
  • Fire-Resistant Ground Covers - as wildfires become more common OSU has put together a plant list and profile to help homeowners with fire-resistant landscaping
  • PNW Native Groundcovers - a list with pictures that has been put together by WSU.