
More than Books
Libraries have adapted wonderfully to the once-thought menacing, Internet. They’re efforts now shine in this odd season, offering patrons helpful resources (of course), but also entertainment.
Since libraries offer more online than they can promote, below are some resources traditionally thought as only available by visiting in person.
In print, in an app, online, or via online subscriptions:
- Books
- Magazines
- Encyclopedia and references
- Databases and full-text research
- Test-prep materials
- Career development
On CD/DVD, in an app, or via streaming:
- Movies
- TV shows
- Music
- Audiobooks
Items in-house, in an app, or online:
- Puzzles
- Games
Events and services:
- Story-time reading
- Ask a librarian
This a great time to obtain a library card and/or peruse your local library’s website. Search online or on https://www.worldcat.org/libraries to find one near you.

