YOUR Library is here for you at home, work, or wherever you are. With just your Library Card you have access to many eResources, Databases for homework and research, Booklists to help find a good read, and tips from your librarians. Check out everything below!
First–you will need a Library Card! If you are a resident of Allegheny County it’s easy and FREE! Create an account.
eBooks, eAudio, eMagazines, Streaming Movies & TV From Home
Your eLibrary is at your fingertips with just a Library Card and Internet Access. You can download a variety of materials to read, listen to, and watch. These materials work on just about any device–from your home computer, laptop, tablet, Kindle, and smart phones.
Get started on your search. Use the menus across the bar near the top to narrow down your search.
Go straight to Libby (Overdrive) for eBooks or eAudioBooks.
Go straight to Hoopla for eAudioBooks and streaming movies and TV.
Go to Overdrive magazines.
Help with eResources
For help, you can download this brochure guide: Your eLibrary Brochure
For more help, try these online guides and tutorials.
Here’s a video on getting started with Libby.
Here’s a fun video on how to access the My Account Feature of your Library Card.
Here’s a fun video on tips using the Libby App!
Computer and Technology Help, Free Video Learning
If you are a little intimidated by computers, you might like to review our simple introductory guides.
There are over 100 FREE video guides on Google’s Applied Digital Skills site. Check out the details HERE.
There are over 6,000 online video courses now offered through Gale-Udemy and your library. The top-rated courses offer upskilling in the areas of business, tech, and personal development across 75+ different categories. (You will need a Google or Microsoft account).
Booklists for Your Next Read
Need a Read? – Book suggestions from your SNHL staff!
Books to Help Talk to Your Child about COVID19.
Reference & Research Help
Need some help with information, homework, purchases? Check out our eResources page with great databases from Consumer Reports to health information.
Virtual Kits to Fun Area Attractions!
Not quite able or ready to get out and about? Here’s a fun way to visit local historic museums and sites. CLICK HERE for virtual kits.
