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Vega Discovery Library Catalog Interface: Home

Vega is an update to the traditional online library catalog used for searching books, movies, electronic materials, and other library materials. This libguide explores the new catalog's features and changes from the traditional online library catalog.

New Catalog Home Page

The new catalog's home page looks different from the classic catalog. It is predominantly a search bar with tabs above that link to other popular destinations. Enter a keyword, title, author, or phrase to begin. Click on the Log in icon on the top right side to log into your account with your library card number and pin. Click on the home icon for library information. 

Search Results - Faster and Easier to Find What You Need

The new catalog offers improved search results by rolling up all book copies into one result. Physical books, audiobooks, eBooks, and eAudio books are all displayed in one result with availability visible. Click on the desired material type to find a copy. 

Series - All of Titles in One Place

When searching for a title that is part of a series, the other series titles appear after selecting the book record. In this example, Catching Fire by Suzanne Collins was selected. The new catalog shows more books in the series.

Saved Your Searches

The new catalog makes saving searches easy. Saved searches can be found under your profile.

Step 1: Search a Keyword, Phrase, Title, or Author and Click Save Search

Step 2: Name Your Search and Click Save Search

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Step 3: Click on Your Profile and Select Saved Searches

Locate a Book

Simply search for a book title. The result lists all locations and the availability of the title. Select a location.

A small window will show vital information for each copy at the selected library. 

Read-a-Likes - See More of What You Like

Every time you search for a book, the new catalog recommends similar titles you might like!

Children's - Finding the Right Read

The new catalog offers multiple ways to find just the right book for every stage of reader. After selecting a juvenile book title, scroll down to view the reading level. Select "Browse by Reading Level"  for more options.

Search by Lexile measure, Accelerated Reader, or age/grade range. 

 

Holds Made Simple

Placing holds in the new catalog is fast and easy, finding your holds list is even easier.

Find Your Item and Click Place Hold

Choose a Library to Pickup at and Confirm

You Will Receive Instant Confirmation

Your Hold Requests are Listed in Your Account in Order by Request Date

Change Pickup Location, Cancel Hold, or Suspend Hold at any Time