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Palm Beach County Library System Offering Free Temporary E-Cards

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By Palm Beach County Library System March 17, 2020

The Palm Beach County Library System is offering free temporary e-cards for those who do not have a card and are unable or reluctant to visit a branch to help limit the spread of the coronavirus. Members are encouraged to use our virtual services. 

Visit our website at http://www.pbclibrary.org/coronavirus-virtual-library to sign up for the e-card. You will have access to the following:

·         E-books (cloudLibrary, cloudLibrary Express, hoopla, OverDrive)

A large collection fiction and nonfiction for all interests.

·         Audiobooks (cloudLibrary, cloudLibrary Express, hoopla)

Enjoy listening to a book on your computer or mobile device.

·         Magazines (Flipster)

66 titles of full-page, full-color magazines to view on your computer or mobile device.

·         Music (hoopla and Freegal)

Stream or download music from your favorite artists.

·         E-movies and e-TV shows (hoopla)

Download or stream movies and TV shows to view on your computer or mobile device.


We also encourage you to use the following online research resources:

·         Career Transitions – career guidance

·         Learning Express – online learning and skills test

·         Tutor.com – homework help and career assistance

·         Value Line & Morning Star – to track your investments

·         Consumer Reports – product information

·         MedLine Plus – information about medical conditions, diseases and wellness

·         Legal Forms – create your will and other legal documents

·         Tech Talk – tips and tricks in technology and communication


At this time all Library locations will be open to provide computer and internet access, Wi-Fi service, research assistance and the borrowing of materials. For the safety of the public and staff, we are encouraging social distancing (approximately 6 feet to 2 meters from others). Other services impacted: All activities, events and meetings will be cancelled until further notice.