September is Library Card Sign-up Month. Have you checked out your local library lately? There’s much more to libraries than reading materials. The Orange County Library offers free MP3 downloads, new DVD releases, audio books and special classes and programs. With all of those free services at your disposal, the library card could end up being the most valuable card in your wallet. Here are 10 reasons to get a library card:
1. Freading
Free e-books. All you need is your Orange County Library card.
2. Freegal
Download popular music to your iPod. It’s free and legal.
3. Language Learning
Access language learning software for more than 20 languages including English.
4. Home Delivery
Request books, CDs and educational DVDs to be delivered to your home for free.
5. Item Renewal
Don’t worry about library fees. They will send you reminder texts to avoid fees. Plus you can renew items in person, by phone or online.
6. Programs & Events
There’s always something new and exciting happening at the library. Check out classes on cooking, travel and gardening.
7. Computer Classes
Stay up to date with the latest software like PowerPoint, Adobe Photoshop and Quickbooks.
8. OverDrive
Download eBooks and audiobooks for your PC, Mac, iPod, iPhone, iPad, Sony, Nook and Kindle.
9. New Releases
Check out new release DVDs.
10. Get your free library card today. Sign up online.
