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Discovery Tour: Free Resources at the Marina Library
speakers & education
When?
Wednesday, Jun 11
2:00PM - 3:30PM PDT
Where?
In-person
Description
You may think you know your library, but on this discovery tour of the Marina Branch Library, you are bound to be delighted at resources that go way beyond books that your local library offers.
Join us for a tour with librarians to learn about free resources available AND how to use them! Some of the things that may be covered include:
Join us for a tour with librarians to learn about free resources available AND how to use them! Some of the things that may be covered include:
- how to use the online library catalog at home or at the library,
- how to find or reserve a books or other media,
- how to confidently use the self checkout system,
- examples of things the librarian at the reference desk can help you with,
- the types of things you can read, view or check out from a library, including CDs, large print books, magazines, newspapers, audio books, videos (DVD, Blu-Ray or streaming on your digital device),
- free resources like free museum passes, Internet access on library computers, and ability to scan, print and fax things for free,
- a demo on how to access eBooks and streaming movies from home on your smartphone, tablet, computer or Kindle
- how to find out about upcoming library branch events
- volunteer opportunities at libraries
Optional: Bring your San Francisco Public Library Card if you have one. If you don't have a library card or can't find it, bring a photo ID and the friendly staff can help you replace or sign up for a library card, if you wish.