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New web address for online library from 7 June, libraries will also open

Published: 5.6.2023

After the change of the library system, Vaasa City Library’s branch libraries will open from 8 June 2023 and summer opening hours come into effect, Users can log into the new online library from 7 June 2023.

As part of Vaasa City Library’s extensive overhaul of the library system, from 7 June the address of the online library will change to http://kirjasto.vaasa.fi/. You still log in to the online library with your personal customer ID and pin code.

– The online library’s pages look different, but there are still library events and news on the homepage. The content of the other pages will also remain similar in the new online library, says service manager Jimmy Pulli.

New functions

As a new function, customers can, among other things, order their own pin code instead of a forgotten number sequence. The code will be sent to their email. The PIN code is used to log in to the online library and can be used by customers to renew and reserve loans. Visitors will soon be able to register as customers in the new online library. Previously, these functions were handled only at the library’s customer service desk.

–Paying online is not yet possible as before, although the new online library will also have the option to pay late fees for materials later, says Pulli.

Summer opening hours come into effect

Vaasa City Library’s branch libraries will open no later than on Thursday 8 June, when the library switches to summer opening hours.

Of the branch libraries, Palosaari library and Sundom self-service library will open the day before, as they are testing the operation of the new system.