Renovations

What you need to know: Elevator modernization (August–October 2026)

Work will begin the week of August 10
The elevator will be out of order (While the entire project will take six to eight weeks, we will return the elevator to service as soon as we safely can.)
A librarian will be stationed at the circulation desk on the first floor
Laptops will be available at the circulation desk for in-library use
Designated stroller parking will be located at the base of the stairs
Increased staffing levels will help you get the materials you need
Accommodations for second-floor services and programming are available on request

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Accommodations

For program accommodations, accessing services (like the Makerspace), or assistance with non-collection items on the second floor, email help@rhpl.org or call 248-656-2900.

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Holds

To have items collected from the second floor and made available for pick up in the lobby, at the drive-up window, or on the Bookmobile, place a hold in the catalog using your RHPL card.

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What you need to know: Youth Department (November 2026–April 2027)

The department will be closed to the public and staff
Curated browsing collections will be in the lobby and Multipurpose Room (DVDs will be relocated upstairs)
Story groups will be offsite at locations in the community from November to March. Visit calendar.rhpl.org for locations
Librarians and reference services will be located in the Multipurpose Room
Updates, including timelines, disruptions, and the new location of services, will be announced here, in quarterly and monthly newsletters, and via email