The Reference staff at the Somerset Public Library is
available to assist you with all your research and information needs. The
Somerset Public Library has an extensive and comprehensive collection of
Reference materials in print and in electronic format. The staff is
trained in finding accurate information to meet your needs. We can help
with such topics as...
Consumer information -- Homework Help--Research for
reports and papers--Readers’ Advisory-- Business information--Health and
Medicine--Genealogy--Current events--Art and Music--Antiques--Career
information--and much, much more.
We can answer your questions in person, by telephone or via email.
The Reference Department staff is available during regular
library hours.
Basic reference questions can be answered over the
telephone. You can call the library at 508-646-2829 or
click here for
contact information.
Or email the reference staff at
somersetpl@sailsinc.org
Email your question with as much detail as possible. Include your name
and phone number. We will answer your request as quickly as possible
(usually within 2 business days). If this is a time sensitive request we
recommend you telephone the Reference staff or come to the library.
You can send an Instant Message to the Reference
Staff via AOL's Instant Messenger Service. Our AOL IM user name is
somersetlibrary. The IM Service will not be connected at all times;
however, if we are online, feel free to send us a question. If this is a
time sensitive request we recommend you telephone the Reference staff or
come to the library.
Computer use at the Somerset Public Library.
We have public computer workstations for use at the Somerset Public
Library. Internet access, email and word processing are available.
Patrons must have a public library card (from any library) and must fill
out an "Internet User Registration Form" prior to using the workstations.
Please
Click here for our policy on using the Internet here at the Somerset
Public Library
Tips and
information for parents on Internet safety and your child is available by
clicking here
Services for teachers and educators in Somerset.
Click here for
information on our services to teachers and educators.
Click here for
information on Electronic Databases and Resources on full-text magazine
and newspaper articles.
Select the following topics for information compiled
by the Somerset Public Library Reference staff on various subjects.
