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North Country Library System launches virtual branch online

Posted 3/31/20

North Country library buildings may be closed, but the North Country Library System Virtual Branch has just opened with an expanded e-book collection, online resources, and virtual programming. It is …

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North Country Library System launches virtual branch online

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North Country library buildings may be closed, but the North Country Library System Virtual Branch has just opened with an expanded e-book collection, online resources, and virtual programming.

It is at https://ncls.libguides.com/virtualbranch

In addition to online resources, the NCLS virtual branch includes a directory of online programming offered by member libraries, from storytime to book discussion groups to virtual craft programs.

Any North Country resident can sign up for a library card online, which provides one full year of access to NCLS online resources without having to go to a library in person.

“When things are tough in any community libraries see a surge in use,” NCLS Director Susan Mitchell said in an announcement. “Our library buildings might be closed but everyone is still working to meet the increased demand for online materials and programs. Our 65 North Country libraries came together to make it easy for anyone to sign up for a library card online and get access to our online collections in just a few minutes. They pooled their book money to make sure we could meet the surge in demand for e-books. We have bestsellers and books to support home study for school aged and adult learners and online courses that can help you learn a language, a new musical instrument or new tech and professional skills. “

For more information about the virtual branch, contact Angela Newman at anewman@ncls.org