Okemos
Level 2: Limited Access
As part of our reopening process, we are moving gradually through several levels of service. Contactless item pickup is now available at all CADL branches. Also, note that our branch hours have temporarily changed.
Hours
Monday: 10a.m. - 7p.m.
Tuesday: 10a.m. - 7p.m.
Wednesday: 10a.m. - 7p.m.
Thursday: 10a.m. - 7p.m.
Friday: 10a.m. - 7p.m.
Saturday: 12 - 5p.m.
Sunday: Closed
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Virtual Tour
Our 360° Virtual Tour was made possible by Able Eyes. Able Eyes virtual tours allow people to explore businesses in their community to help ease anxiety and become comfortable with their surroundings.
Rooms, Resources & Special Features
Adobe Elements
Adobe Photoshop Elements (for photo editing) & Adobe Premiere Elements (for video editing) are installed on selected public computers.
Charging Cables
Check out a charging cable and wall charger to power up. We’ve got you covered with micro-USB, USB-C, and lightning cables.
Computer Accessories
Privacy screens, trackball mouses and large print keyboards can all be requested from library staff.
Curbside Pickup
The service is available Monday–Friday from 10 a.m. –7 p.m. and Saturday 12–5 p.m. Here’s how it works:
- To request a Curbside Pickup, call 517- 525-8541 at least 30 minutes before you will arrive. Tell the staff member what items you want to pick up. They will be held for 24 hours after your phone call.
- Pull into the designated Curbside Pick-up parking space, located on the south side of the building. Call 517-525-8541 to let us know you are here, and staff will bring your items out to you. Be sure to have either your CADL card or driver’s license handy.
Some items in our collection are not available for this service, including Library of Things items, Launchpad tablets and American Girl dolls.
Print from Anywhere
If your device is connected to the Internet, you can print your documents at CADL! To pick up your prints, use the Print Release Terminal inside the corresponding library within 24 hours. Visit the Print Anywhere page for more info.
Please note that at this time, you need to schedule an appointment to pick up your prints. You can do so by using the CADL MyTime service.
Public Meeting Room
Our meeting room is available for public use. The room holds 66 with tables and chairs and 90 with only chairs. If you are interested in reserving space, please call or visit the branch for an application. Make sure to allow enough time when planning your event as our room is in high demand.
- An application must be completed and turned in at the location being requested.
- Applicants must produce a current Capital Area District Libraries card which must be in good standing at the time of room use.
- Applicants must be present during the meeting/event.
For additional details, please review our Meeting Room Policy.
Requests for Accommodation
For mobility, visual, hearing or other assistance, please call the library. Requests need to be made at least two weeks before a scheduled event.
Test Proctoring
We offer free exam proctoring. Please call ahead to make arrangements.
Wireless Service
CADL has WiFi hotspots at all of its libraries. For details, visit our WiFi help page.
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Okemos Events
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Monday Mar 1, 2021 10:00am - 6:00pmOne Seed, One State Giveaway @ CADL Okemos (All ages)
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