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1. Do you have movies or feature films?

We have nonfiction or educational videos and DVDs, a selection of award-winning and popular feature films on DVD, and a selection of award-winning television shows on DVD.

2. Do you have books on CD?

Yes, collections are located on the 1st floor, both in Adult Services and Youth Services.

3. Do you have downloadable materials?

Yes, we are a member of the Midwest Collaborative for Library Services which includes downloadable eBooks and audiobooks. We also provide eBooks (not downloadable) through eBooks on Ebscohost. To use Ebscohost, an account must be created in the library.

4. Do you have out-of-state newspapers?

Yes, we have New York Times, Chicago Tribune, and Washington Post Sunday editions. Our magazines and newspapers are listed in the Sterling Heights Public Library’s Periodical Directory located at the reference and information desks.

5. Do you have census films?

We have census film for Macomb County 1820 - 1930. Census pages can also be viewed and searched using Ancestry Library Edition, an online database, and Heritage Quest, an online database that can also be used from home.

6. Do you carry tax forms?

Yes, basic forms are available from mid-January to mid-April. The library also has reproducible forms. We may obtain other Michigan, out-of-state, and U.S. forms for you.

7. Do you have college financial aid forms?

No, however, you may find it through FAFSA website.

FAFSA Filing Options Website

8. Can newspapers be checked out?

Newspapers may not be checked out.

9. Where are the adult new books / bestsellers?

New books / bestsellers are on the 1st floor close to the front door.

10. Do you have ValueLine?

Yes, it is located at the reference desk on the 2nd floor.

11. Do you have a Bresser’s?

The library has Bresser's for Macomb County.

12. Is Christian fiction in a separate area?

No, only mystery, western, and science fiction genres are in separate collections. These classifications also apply to large print. In Youth Services, genres are identified by special label stickers for fantasy, mystery, science fiction, horror, adventure, classics, and more.

13. Are there circulating puppets or toys in your library?

We have educational puzzles, toys, and puppets, but they are for library in-house use only.

14. here can I locate the Newberry and Caldecott winners?

The Youth Services area has the complete set of award winning titles available for in-house use. We also have additional copies for circulation in their appropriate call number areas.