What is SWAN?
SWAN (System Wide Automated Network) is a group of 100 libraries that share resources to give you access to more books, media, downloads, and research databases.
On Tues., Nov. 14, the Addison Public Library will be joining SWAN!
SWAN Timeline
Beginning Fri. Nov. 10 at 11:00 AM through Tues., Nov. 14 at 9:00 AM, our migration begins! During this time you will be unable to log in to your online account, view activity, or place holds. Don't worry — you can still check out items here at the library! Online services, like databases and digital resources, will work during this time.
Please note that while we prepare for our migration to SWAN, Find More Illinois is no longer available to request items. Looking to order materials? We can help! Call us at 630.543.3617, order online, or email us at: CollectionDevelopment@addisonlibrary.org.
What does SWAN mean for me?
- More materials: After Nov. 14, you will be able to access an incredible assortment of over 1.5 million titles and 8 million materials in the online catalog. The SWAN migration makes searching for items easier and more accessible than ever before.
- One card, 100 libraries: There are 100 other libraries in SWAN and you are able to visit any of these libraries and check out with your Addison Public Library card!
- Get items faster and easier: Easily request materials from other SWAN libraries and have them sent here for pickup. Plus, you also have the option to get your holds sent to another SWAN library for pickup, if you prefer!
- We're still fines free: Anytime you check out materials from the Addison Public Library, we won't charge you overdue fines.
Is there anything I need to do?
Be sure all of your information in your account is up to date! Update your information (especially your email address!) with us when you stop in, over the phone at 630.543.3617, or in your account.
- With the SWAN migration, all PIN numbers will be reset. PIN numbers will default to the last 4-digits of the phone number on your account, so it is very important that you have your information up-to-date! You can also change your PIN to whatever you'd like after the migration takes place.
- Overdue and hold pick-up notices will no longer be mailed. Patrons will need to sign up for text, email, or phone messages after Nov. 14.
- Good news — all of your lists, history, ratings, and reviews on your account will transfer over after the migration!
More SWAN Facts
- SWAN libraries are within the boundaries of Cook, DuPage, Kane, and Will counties in Illinois, representing approximately 25% of population in these counties.
- The diversity and breadth of the region is reflected in the combined collection of material which includes 98 languages ranging from Afrikaans to Zulu.
- Closest library to us: Bensenville Community Public Library is only ~2.5 miles away!
- Library furthest from us: Beecher Community Library is ~45 miles away!
Map of SWAN Libraries
Once we join SWAN, you’ll be able to visit any of these libraries and check out most materials with your Addison Library Card.
SWAN Terms to Know
Aspen Discovery
More commonly referred to as Aspen or AspenCat, this is the name of the online catalog.
Catalog
Online website where you can browse; search for books, movies, video games, and more; and view your checkouts.
Home Library
This is your local library where you first sign up for your library card.
Pick-Up Library
Do you pass another SWAN library on your commute? Is another SWAN library located more conveniently for you? Select any SWAN library as your "pickup library" and any items you request can be sent to that library for pickup.
PIN
This is the 4-digit passcode used to access your account. Your PIN will reset to the last 4 digits of your phone number on Nov. 14.
Reciprocal Borrower
When you visit a different library and check out materials from them, you're called a reciprocal borrower since you're not at your home library.