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Read, Listen & Watch: Library Apps

How to use library apps
2023-04-12 10:00:00 2023-04-12 11:30:00 America/Chicago Read, Listen & Watch: Library Apps Hoopla, Libby, Swan and more St. Charles Public Library - Computer Lab

Wednesday, April 12
10:00am - 11:30am

Add to Calendar 2023-04-12 10:00:00 2023-04-12 11:30:00 America/Chicago Read, Listen & Watch: Library Apps Hoopla, Libby, Swan and more St. Charles Public Library - Computer Lab

Hoopla, Libby, Swan and more

We will take a look at the many ways you can access digital content using your library card and library apps.

Please bring your own device with you to class.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Tech Class |

TAGS: | Computer Instruction |

St. Charles Public Library
Phone: 630-584-0076 x1
Fax: 630-584-9262
Hours

St. Charles Public Library
scpld.org

MON-THU 9 A.M.-9 P.M.
FRI 9 A.M.-8 P.M.
SAT 9 A.M. - 5 P.M.
SUN 12 P.M.-5 P.M.
 

 
Address
One South 6th Avenue
St. Charles, IL 60174
Tel: 630-584-0076 x1
About the branch

The award-winning St. Charles Public Library District is located in the scenic Fox River Valley, 35 miles west of Chicago. The Library serves a district population of 55,092 residents and has a staff of 101. The St. Charles Public Library is an equal opportunity employer.

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