Michigan eLibrary (MeL)

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Interlibrary Loan
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Resources
The Benzonia Public Library is a member of MeLCat, a statewide library catalog that allows patrons to search and request a loan for books, audiobooks, DVDs and other materials of interest from ANY internet connection, any time of day. Requested items are delivered to the library and you will be notified your items are ready for pickup. The MeLCat site is easy to use, you just need a Benzonia Public Library card. The MeLCat catalog includes holdings of over 237 public & academic libraries. Expand your choices!  BPL currently receives MeL deliveries three times a week on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday afternoons. 

Michigan eLibrary (MeL)
  • MeL is the Michigan eLibrary, a 24/7 online library for Michigan residents.
  • Michigan eLibrary allows you instant access to full-text articles from tens of thousands of magazines and newspapers. Databases are available for kids, adults, and on specialized topics such as car repair, practice tests and art images.
  • MeLCat allows you to order books, audio books, music, movies and other materials and have them delivered to your participating library. 
  • MeL Michigana contains photographs, diaries, oral histories, local records and historical Michigan data. 
  • MeL Gateways include specialized resources such as those in genealogy, health, business and areas for kids and teens.