Even though library buildings are closed to the public right now, the library resources are in full access to us. Our county libraries are offering more than just physical books to help us get through this pandemic including wireless printing, a digital library, and a new streaming service.
Check out your county's library offerings below!
Free Wireless Printing - Anne Arundel County Libraries are offering free wireless printing with a limit of 10 black and white pages per day. Save the file you want to print and login to AACL online printing service here. Call the library to make sure your jobs are ready for pickup and then get it curbside!
Digital Catalog - Of course you can always pickup a book curbside, but you can also checkout a book without leaving the comfort of your home. AACPL offers over 36,000 online audiobooks and ebooks that your can download right to your computer. Click here for the full catalog.
Kanopy - Through their new streaming service Kanopy, library card holders can watch thousands of movies online.
Curbside Pickup - Also offering free outdoor wifi at most locations.
Monday-Thursday: 10 a.m. to noon and 3-6 p.m.
Friday and Saturday: 10 a.m. to noon and 2-4 p.m.
Sunday at some locations: 1-5 p.m.
Library Express - Call to reserve your materials or order them online for curbside pickup. Print, copy, and faxing services are also available through library express.
Monday-Thursday: 10:15 a.m. - 5:45 p.m.
Friday and Saturday: 9:15 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Dial -a- Story - Why wait for story time? Call for a new story every week, 1 (888) 964-2686
Books by Mail - Patrons who cannot visit the library for health or other reasons may be eligible for “Books by Mail” service. Each case is determined on individual merit. Patrons wishing to register for Books by Mail must be residents of Queen Anne’s County and complete a registration form. Contact the library at 410-643-8161 or 410-758-0980 to request an application. Books by mail patrons will receive their choice of books and/or audio material by media mail. All transactions are postage paid by the library.
Hoopla - Instantly borrow free digital movies, music, ebooks, audiobooks, and more, 24/7 with your library card.
eBooks - Here, you will find 24/7 access to e-books, e-audiobooks, magazines and movies. Have your library card number handy as you will need it to access online content.
Library to Go - Put together customized book bundles or rent individual books, board games, and other activities. Call to schedule a pickup time.
At Home Learning - KCPL has an array of resources to support educators of all kinds, including resources to help you teach at home, materials to support an existing curriculum, and learning aids for students. If you are unsure what learning format is best for your family, you can also explore information about different philosophies and approaches to learning.
