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==Services== | ==Services== | ||
The reference staff at Chapin Memorial Library is available to help patrons get started with their research. They provide help with locating materials, using equipment (PC's, microfilm readers/printers) and starting basic research. | The reference staff at Chapin Memorial Library is available to help patrons get started with their research. They provide help with locating materials, using equipment (PC's, microfilm readers/printers) and starting basic research. | ||
Chapin Memorial Library offers free guest WiFi service for patrons using their phones, tablets or personal computers. If needed, printing is also available. | |||
Chapin Memorial Library also hosts the Grand Strand Genealogy Club that meets the second Saturday of the month, year round. This group provides regular presentations on a variety of genealogy topics and also offers one-on-one mentoring assistance to individuals just beginning their research or struggling with specific problems. | Chapin Memorial Library also hosts the Grand Strand Genealogy Club that meets the second Saturday of the month, year round. This group provides regular presentations on a variety of genealogy topics and also offers one-on-one mentoring assistance to individuals just beginning their research or struggling with specific problems. | ||
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The Chapin Memorial Library was the first city-owned library in South Carolina, and is under the jurisdiction of the Recreation Services Department of the City of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Day-to-day operations are currently managed by the Library Director, Jennifer Nassar. | The Chapin Memorial Library was the first city-owned library in South Carolina, and is under the jurisdiction of the Recreation Services Department of the City of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Day-to-day operations are currently managed by the Library Director, Jennifer Nassar. | ||
==Tips for Your Visit== | ==Tips for Your Visit== | ||
# If you don't have a Chapin Memorial Library card, get one from the Customer Service desk on the first floor when you arrive. Cards are free to residents of Horry County and the five surrounding SC counties. Computer only cards are also available for library patrons visiting from out of state. | |||
# Have a plan for your visit. What specific information would you like to find or what materials will you want to use during your visit. | |||
# Bring a flash drive/thumb drive to save your research. Flash drives/thumb drives are available for purchase at the Customer Service desk. | |||
# Bring ear buds or headphones if you plan to listen to tutorials or recorded information. Earbuds are available for purchase at the Customer Service desk. | |||
# Know your passwords - if you need to access your email account or any electronic services from the library computers. | |||
==Guides== | ==Guides== | ||
[[Category:FamilySearch Affiliate Libraries]] | [[Category:FamilySearch Affiliate Libraries]] | ||