Borrowing from Partner Libraries

Borrow ebooks & audiobooks from our Partner Libraries

Use your CLAMS library card to borrow ebooks & audiobooks from Massachusetts partner libraries! To get started:

• Find or add a partner library network from either
• Sign in as a CLAMS Library Patron with your CLAMS card number (or username) & password.
         • Our Digital Collection website (clamsnet.overdrive.com): Click on Partner Libraries
         • Libby App: Select Add a Library and search for a partner Massachusetts library network
• Enjoy! Borrow and request from our neighbors’ library collections.

Commonwealth Catalog

The Commonwealth Catalog (ComCat) allows library users to locate and request library materials from all across the state, and have them delivered directly to their home library.

Adding Partner Libraries in the Libby App

• To find and switch between collections, tap the Libby icon in the top right corner. Select Add A Library.
• Search for a Partner Library (Boston Public Library, Minuteman, CW MARS, NOBLE, Old Colony, or SAILS).
• Sign in as a CLAMS Library Patron using your CLAMS card number (or username) & password.

Libby App: Shared Shelf

In Libby, your Shelf displays all your loans, holds, and tags in one place. Limits on the number or loans and holds follow each network’s rules. The lending library network is marked by a square with their library network brand colors.