Libraries in the 21st Century - Libraries in an online world Ms. Faith Johnson Director, Town of Ulster Public Library

What does a connected library provide to it's community? Town of Ulster Public Library An on-line library in the 21 st Century is a place for: Management of patron's borrowing records Reserving books and ordering Inter-Library loans Access to specialized research resources historical NY Times Mango Languages Consumer Reports and other printed materials

Town of Ulster Public Library An on-line library in the 21 st Century is a place for: Access to specialized collections from the HomeAccess web page: Auto repair manuals online encyclopedias TumbleBooks over 135 searchable newspapers thousands of magazines and journals college prep tools Genealogy health and wellness and many more

Town of Ulster Public Library Fortunately for the town of Ulster, the library is one of the better connected libraries in all of NY state. But both NY and the country lag much of the developed world in broadband availability and use. The goal of a highly available computing resource is to assist the librarians in filling an ever-increasing demand for computer related services. NY state's head librarian would like every NY library to gain the kind of technology resources Ulster has.

Town of Ulster Public Library An on-line library in the 21 st Century is a place for: A place for community Kid's programs Junior's programs Senior's programs (Wii bowling in Marboro?) Book clubs A place for learning and advancement test preparation including GED, SAT, ACT, and vocational tests A place to be on-line for social networking (Facebook, LinkedIn, etc)

What is available with just a library card? Town of Ulster Public Library Why is technology an important part of any library’s services?

Info at Your Fingertips Town of Ulster Public Library

HomeAccess Town of Ulster Public Library Click here

HomeAccess Mid-Hudson Library System Town of Ulster Public Library

HomeAccess

Your Needs Mid-Hudson Library System Need current information on almost any topic? Town of Ulster Public Library

ProQuest Mid-Hudson Library System Town of Ulster Public Library

Your Needs Mid-Hudson Library System Want to look up articles from popular newspapers? Town of Ulster Public Library

Politics & Current Events Mid-Hudson Library System Try Newspapers & look at articles that appeal to you. Town of Ulster Public Library Click on Databases Selected

Mid-Hudson Library System Clear all Databases and click on national newspaper (27) Town of Ulster Public Library

Your Needs Interested in looking up financial planning information for retirement? Mid-Hudson Library System

Financial Planning Go to ProQuest & look at Kiplinger’s Personal Finance Retirement Guide Mid-Hudson Library System

Your Needs Mid-Hudson Library System Want to read more about a hobby?

Read About a Hobby Mid-Hudson Library System Use the Topic Guide in ProQuest

Travel Ideas? Browse Travel Magazines in MasterFile Select Mid-Hudson Library System

Your Needs Mid-Hudson Library System Need to get information on a drug or Health related issues? Town of Ulster Public Library

Health & Wellness Resource Center Mid-Hudson Library System Town of Ulster Public Library

Health & Wellness Resource Center “Peer Reviewed” Includes the Physicians Desk Reference (PDR) for Prescription Drug Information Alternative Health Module Updated daily Mid-Hudson Library System Town of Ulster Public Library

Your Needs Mid-Hudson Library System Want to help your grandchildren succeed in school?

Your Needs Mid-Hudson Library System Do you need product information? Contact information for a company? Research a company before an interview or meeting? Want to know the financial health of a company before buying stock? Town of Ulster Public Library

Business Information Town of Ulster Public Library

Business & Company Resource Center Town of Ulster Public Library Print or results

Remember to Access HomeACCESS Go the library’s web site: Click on the Home Access link on the left hand side Scroll down to the and click Type in your 14 digit library barcode Select the database you’d like to use by clicking on the name of the resource Town of Ulster Public Library

Your Needs Need to learn about an author or critique a book? Mid-Hudson Library System

Twayne’s Authors Series Mid-Hudson Library System

Twayne’s – Research Ideas Mid-Hudson Library System

Your Needs Need resources for a science project? Mid-Hudson Library System

General Science Collection  Mid-Hudson Library System

EBSCO Animals Mid-Hudson Library System

Your Needs Town of Ulster Public Library Do you need books, popular DVD’s or books on CD?

Library Catalog Town of Ulster Public Library

Your record Mid-Hudson Library System Town of Ulster Public Library 1. If creating a pin for the first time, enter 14 digit barcode again, re- enter the new pin number twice and click submit.

Request-a-Title Mid-Hudson Library System

Requesting a Title Mid-Hudson Library System 4

Access Town of Ulster Public Library To access the resources I’ve showed you today: Get a library card (if you don’t already have one!)

Getting Your Library Card Town of Ulster Public Library It’s easy! Just come in with your photo ID and your current address, fill out a registration card; your card will be issued on the spot! Kids under 18 must have a parent with them.