Where is the Library?
The Library is located on your left as you come in the Main entrance.
Who can use the Library?
The Library is open to the general public. Materials can be borrowed by Manchester Community College, and Community College System of New Hampshire, students, faculty, staff, and alumni. Residents of Manchester can also borrow from the Library.
How can I borrow from the Library?
The first time you want to check out materials at the Library, you will need to fill out a Library Patron Form. Your information will be entered into the library database, and you will be able to check out materials.
For how long can I check out materials from the Library?
Books can be checked out for a period of three weeks, and can be renewed once for three more weeks. Videos/DVDs/CDs can be checked out for three days, and can be renewed once for three more days. Scientific Calculators can be checked out for one month, and can be renewed for a total of three times. Journals and Reference materials cannot be checked out.
Renewals can be done in person or by calling (603) 206-8150.
What happens if I cannot return items on time?
The Library charges an overdue fine of 25 cents per item per day. The overdue fines are reported to the Bursar's Office and will result in a hold on your account if the charges are not paid.
Can I access the Library resources online?
The Library catalog provides information on books and audiovisual materials available at the libraries of the Community College System of New Hampshire. You can also access several journal and newspaper article databases, ebooks and medical reference sources online. The online library databases can be accessed with your EasyLogin.
Instructions on searching our databases for articles on topic of choice.
Where is the Reserve Collection?
The Reserve Collection is behind the Circulation Desk. The Reserve collection has materials requested by faculty, for use by the students in their courses. Books, articles, and other materials on Reserve are usually for in-library use only.
The Library does not have items I need?
The Library can request items you need from another library through Interlibrary Loan. Contact a library staff in person or through email to submit your request.
Can I print at the Library?
If you login to the computers using your MCC email username and MCC email password, you will be able to print. You have access to a black and white printer, as well as a color printer. Every semester, each student can print up to 300 b&w pages. (One page on the color printer is equivalent to 10 b&w pages). If you want to print more than 300 pages, you will have to pay in five dollar increments (for 50 pages) for further printing. Please contact a library staff for further details.
Can I make photocopies at the Library?
The Library has a copier for student use. The coin-operated copier makes black and white copies at 10 cents per copy.
Can children come to the Library?
Children are allowed in the Library, but they must be supervised by an adult/guardian at all times. The Library has picture books appropriate for early childhood ages.
If I have other questions, who should I contact?
Ask any Library staff member if you are in the Library or send an email to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
