Dear Residents,
The trend is clear: our lifestyles have shifted from stationary to mobile; from home and hearth to wheels and web. Your librarians see this change as a terrific opportunity to extend our programs and resources in new ways. On November 1, we launched our first Apple and Android-compatible app. From your phone, tablet, or other mobile device you will have easy access to collections, downloads, program registration, room bookings, and so much more.
Meanwhile, traditional services remain. In September, we introduced Bouncing Babies for the little ones and new library cards with a key tag for your convenience. Every day the librarians teach community members how to use new gadgets and online resources. Look for a new detailed list of Instructional Services, and call for an appointment or stop by when you have a few minutes. We will be happy to assist. For those planning a trip this holiday season, bring your tablets and we will fill them up with free eBooks for the whole family.
If your plans this holiday include a visit to a museum, then reserve a museum pass by calling an Information Services Librarian at (631) 692-6820.
Our downloadable products just got much bigger. Countywide, we have once again increased the eBook budget and added the 3M eBook product, in addition to our Live-brary and RBdigital collections. From our homepage at www.cshlibrary.org, select “Download eBooks, Video, Music & Audiobooks,” download the app to your device, and enter your barcode or username to access the collection. To date, over 850 community members are using this free service. Join today!
This holiday season, we are pleased to be a U.S. Marine Corps Toys for Tots drop-off location. When you visit the library, please bring a new, unwrapped toy for a needy child on Long Island. This act of generosity will bring joy to both the giver and receiver.
Best wishes for a happy and healthy New Year!