DIGITAL RESOURCES

Elting Library believes connecting people with the resources they need to improve their lives is important. Today, information comes in many formats, therefore we try to provide many ways to consume that information.

These resources are provided free to the residents of Ulster County through the work of your County Executive, the Ulster County Legislature, and your local library.

NEW RESOURCE

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NEW RESOURCE ~

Elting Memorial Library is now offering various major newspapers at no cost to patrons, with access from your home or in the library. You can read these newspapers by using your library card number.

For each publication, patrons can read today’s issue or select a date of a back issue. You can also share an article via email, get a citation, and save it to your own research collection. The offerings for each publication go back decades; for example, the New York Times from 1980 is available in the collection, both in full text and citation/abstract.

These major daily newspapers are offered courtesy of funding from the Ulster County Legislature.

  • Borrow ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines to read on your phone or tablet using the Libby app by OverDrive. You can even send and read your borrowed ebooks to your Kindle ereader (U.S. only)! It’s free and easy to get started.

    Libby also has a number of magazines available to peruse! Find the selection here.

    Download the Libby app: Apple App Store|Google Play

    Difficulties loading Libby onto an older Kindle? Make a tech help appointment and staff can assist you.

  • Stream thoughtful entertainment to your preferred device with no fees or commercials. Everyone from film scholars to casual viewers will discover remarkable and enriching films on Kanopy. Log in with your library membership and enjoy our diverse catalog with new titles added every month.

    Download the Kanopy app: Apple App Store | Google Play

  • An all-in-one media service where you can browse 700,000+ titles in six different formats—audiobooks, eBooks, comics/graphic novels, full music albums, movies, and TV—and instantly borrow, then download or stream, the titles of your choice! You can access the title you borrow instantly on your computer, tablet, or smartphone. With hoopla, there are no holds or waiting!

    All borrowed content may be enjoyed while connected to the Internet or Wi-Fi by streaming. On a mobile device, borrowed content may be temporarily downloaded and accessed offline.

    As a library cardholder, you may borrow up to 4 titles per month.

    Download the Hoopla app: Apple App Store | Google Play

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  • Universal Class brings libraries lifelong learning courses in over 30 subject areas, many of which offer continuing education units (CEUs). More than 500 courses are available, and all are designed and led by professional instructors to build deeper understanding and mastery of subject matter. Universal Class includes videos, assignments, quizzes, tests, and options for social media interaction with other learners. You can take multiple classes and learn at your own pace.

    There is no limit to the number of courses that you can sign up for.  However, please note that after 18 months course history is expunged. This is a requirement in order to meet IACET CEU accreditation standards. Any awarded CEU’s remain available to students up to 5 years after they are awarded.  This is also an IACET CEU standard.

    Use your library card to create a username/password to take courses.

  • Transparent Language Online provides a fun, effective, and engaging experience for learners of all levels looking to build their listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in a foreign language. With over 100 languages to choose from, including English for speakers of over 26 languages, there is something for every learner. Best of all, with enhanced support for Android ™ tablets and iPads, learners can enjoy the freedom to learn at home, in the library, or on the go.

    Note: You will need to sign up for a free account on the Transparent Language website before you can log in to the mobile app.

  • Expert Resumé Help: Live one-on-one help; submit your resumé to the Resumé Lab and get expert analysis within 24 hours.

    Interview & Job Search Help: Practice interviewing with live one-on-one help; online job search sites. Also includes resume templates to help you write your resume; tips to answer tough interview questions and links to job search sites.

    The Adult Learning Center features test preparation (including High School Equivalency and U.S. citizenship preparation), writing assistance, and study tools for math, reading and writing. One-on-one academic coaching.

  • Provided by the New York State Library, NOVELny connects New Yorkers to 21st century information. NOVELny is supported primarily with New York State funds. It is also supported in part with federal Library Services and Technology Act funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS).

  • Designed specifically for public libraries across the nation, Craft & Hobby is an extensive online platform that aims to provide library patrons with access to creative educational resources. With Craft & Hobby, library patrons can explore in-depth online instructional videos and classes that span 22 different creative categories, allowing them to learn a new hobby or improve their skills in an existing area. Thanks to Craft & Hobby’s on-demand streaming videos, patrons can learn whenever and wherever they choose!

    Their main goal is to serve as the ultimate creative learning resource for our community. Craft & Hobby features thousands of classes taught by world-renowned experts, who walk patrons through each technique clearly with step-by-step demonstrations, providing expert tips and tricks along the way.

    Learn at your own pace with step-by-step tutorials in 20 different creative interests. Craftsy catalog included.

    Hobbies highlighted are: sewing, knitting, fitness, cake decorating, crocheting, painting & drawing, quilting, outdoor photography, and woodworking.

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Newspapers

Patrons can read the following newspapers:

Patrons can also access these:

Magazines

Media

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