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Gail Borden <strong>Library</strong> <strong>Services</strong><br />
We have been offering checkouts of materials to our community for over 150 years.<br />
As needs have evolved, we have responded by offering these relevant services.<br />
This brochure is a sampling of the array of services available to you in addition to books,<br />
movies, and more.<br />
Para ver esta informatión en español, por favor visite gbpl.info/spanishservices.<br />
Read<br />
BiblioBoard<br />
gailborden.info/biblioboard<br />
A great resource for self-published books.<br />
Check out unlimited titles every month and<br />
never worry about returning them – you<br />
keep what you download.<br />
cloud<strong>Library</strong><br />
gailborden.info/cloudlibrary<br />
Check out unlimited eBooks every month (checkouts<br />
are limited to five items at a time). Titles are checked<br />
out for 21 days and then automatically returned.<br />
Hoopla<br />
gailborden.info/hoopla<br />
Check out 20 instant borrows and 5 flex<br />
borrows every month. Keep eBooks, eAudiobooks<br />
and comics for 21 days. Returns are automatic.<br />
Libby<br />
gailborden.info/libby<br />
Borrow 10 ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines<br />
to read on your phone or tablet using the<br />
Libby app by OverDrive.<br />
PressReader<br />
www.pressreader.com/catalog<br />
Check out unlimited eNewspapers and<br />
eMagazines every month. Keep your titles<br />
as long as you like.<br />
Explore<br />
NEW GBPL Mobile App<br />
gailborden.info/mobile<br />
Gail Borden <strong>Library</strong>’s mobile app is available in<br />
English and Spanish. Use it to scan and check out<br />
library materials, store your library card number for<br />
use, search the catalog and place holds, register<br />
for events and find hours and directions.<br />
Apply for a library card<br />
gailborden.info/get-card<br />
For residents of the Gail Borden <strong>Library</strong> District,<br />
apply for a library card in-person or online.<br />
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Listen<br />
gailborden.info/e<strong>Library</strong><br />
Watch<br />
Hoopla<br />
gailborden.info/hoopla<br />
Check out 15 instant borrows and 5 flex<br />
borrows every month. Keep movies and<br />
TV shows for 3 days and music for 7 days.<br />
Returns are automatic.<br />
Kanopy Streaming<br />
gailborden.info/kanopy<br />
Watch independent, international, classic<br />
and documentary films and TV shows with<br />
Kanopy. Check out 7 titles every month and<br />
get unlimited plays on Kanopy Kids. Loans are<br />
for 3 days, and returns are automatic.<br />
medici.tv<br />
gailborden.info/medicitv<br />
Enjoy conces, ballets, operas, educational<br />
classes and more. Watch unlimited videos.<br />
Audiobook Cloud<br />
gailborden.info/tumblebooks<br />
Offers eAudiobooks in English and Spanish.<br />
Check out unlimited titles every month.<br />
cloud<strong>Library</strong><br />
gailborden.info/cloudlibrary<br />
Check out unlimited eAudiobooks every<br />
month (checkouts are limited to 5 items<br />
at a time). Titles are checked out for 21 days<br />
and then automatically returned.<br />
Freegal Music<br />
gailborden.info/freegal-music<br />
Download 5 songs every week and stream<br />
up to 5 hours of music per day. No returns—you<br />
keep what you download.<br />
Keep Me!
Computers & Technology<br />
gailborden.info/services/<br />
for-computer-users<br />
Main <strong>Library</strong> Computer Center<br />
• Windows PCs<br />
• Print / Scan / Fax / Copy<br />
• A typewriter for use in the<br />
<strong>Library</strong>.<br />
• Laptops to check out on the<br />
2nd floor for use in the<br />
Main <strong>Library</strong>.<br />
Digital Media Lab<br />
gailborden.info/digitalmedialab<br />
The Digital Media Lab offers space,<br />
hardware, and software to create<br />
video, music, photos, and more.<br />
Available for 1-hour reservations for<br />
adults and teens in high school.<br />
Make your reservation in-person, by<br />
emailing adyson@gailborden.info,<br />
or call 847-695-7577. A Gail Borden<br />
<strong>Library</strong> card is required.<br />
Items available for purchase:<br />
• USB drives $5<br />
• Earbuds $1<br />
• 2-Pocket folders $0.50<br />
• Manila folders $0.10<br />
• Card lamination $0.25<br />
• Letter-size envelopes $0.10<br />
Printing is available for:<br />
• $0.10/page for black &<br />
white, $0.25/page for color<br />
• Scan-to-fax service for<br />
$1/page to U.S. or Canada,<br />
$2/page international<br />
Wireless printing<br />
gailborden.info/print<br />
Submit your document from<br />
home then visit any library<br />
location the same day.<br />
Rakow Branch Computer Café<br />
• Windows PCs<br />
• Print / Scan / Fax / Copy<br />
South Elgin Branch<br />
Currently CLOSED<br />
(Staing August 12, 2024)<br />
for expansion construction.<br />
gailborden.info/sebranchexpansion<br />
Wedding<br />
Birthday<br />
Anniversary<br />
Preservation Station<br />
Do you have old VHS tapes, pictures,<br />
slides and more that you want to<br />
preserve? Use this station on the 2nd<br />
floor of the Main <strong>Library</strong> to digitize<br />
your precious memories.<br />
gailborden.info/preservationstation<br />
License Plate Sticker<br />
Renewal <strong>Services</strong><br />
gailborden.info/licenserenewal<br />
Illinois residents can renew their license plate<br />
stickers and leave with the sticker the same day.<br />
The service is available at the Main <strong>Library</strong> from<br />
opening until half an hour before closing. See the<br />
website or call the Customer Relations desk at<br />
847-429-4597 for requirements and cost.<br />
Passport <strong>Services</strong><br />
gailborden.info/passports<br />
Gail Borden Public <strong>Library</strong> District is an official U.S.<br />
Passpo Acceptance Facility.<br />
We accept U.S. passpo<br />
applications by appointment<br />
only. We also take passpo<br />
photos. To make an<br />
appointment and learn more<br />
about passpo application<br />
requirements and costs,<br />
please call Passpo <strong>Services</strong><br />
at 847-429-4693.<br />
gailborden.info
For Kids<br />
LOTE Online<br />
gbpl.info/lote4kids<br />
Kids can enjoy digital books in more than<br />
40 different languages for free.<br />
PebbleGo<br />
gailborden.info/pebblego<br />
Make learning fun with educational resources for<br />
grades PreK-2 on popular topics such as animals,<br />
science, and biographies.<br />
In English and Spanish.<br />
Scholastic Teachables<br />
gbpl.info/teachables<br />
Download printable lesson plans, worksheets,<br />
games, puzzles and more for kids in any grade.<br />
A teacher favorite!<br />
Need a Good Read?<br />
gailborden.info/need-a-good-read-kids<br />
Looking for some great books for kids or<br />
middle schoolers? Fill out the online form and<br />
librarians will email you a list of great reads<br />
based on your interests!<br />
TumbleBook <strong>Library</strong> and<br />
TumbleMath<br />
gailborden.info/tumblebooks<br />
TumbleBooks, TumblePuzzles, and TumbleQuizzes<br />
teach young children the joys of reading with<br />
animation and narration. TumbleMath is a<br />
comprehensive collection of math picture books.<br />
Tutor.com<br />
gailborden.info/tutor<br />
Personalized homework help that<br />
connects you with a live, online tutor.<br />
More <strong>Services</strong><br />
Resources for Parents and Teachers<br />
gailborden.info/services/for-parents<br />
Resources for Educators and Schools<br />
gailborden.info/services/for-educators<br />
Resource Room at the Main <strong>Library</strong><br />
Located in KidSpace. Adults are welcome to<br />
use an Ellison Die machine, sewing machines,<br />
laminator, and paper cutter.<br />
Fees may be required.<br />
Museum Adventure Pass<br />
gailborden.info/map<br />
Get free or discounted admission to<br />
selected Chicago-area museums. One<br />
Museum Adventure Pass may be checked<br />
out per family, per loan period (7 days).<br />
Explore More Illinois<br />
gailborden.info/exploreillinois<br />
Access to free and discounted tickets to museums,<br />
science centers, spoing events, zoos, park districts,<br />
theatres, and other fun and local cultural venues.<br />
Research Assistance<br />
Receive help from GBPL professional<br />
librarians to find trusted resources and<br />
information you need in a judgement-free<br />
zone. You can even schedule an<br />
appointment.<br />
• Phone 847-429-4680<br />
• Text 847-754-4599<br />
• Email gbplweb@gailborden.info to<br />
get a response within 24 hours<br />
• In person at the Information Desk<br />
located on the second floor of the<br />
Main <strong>Library</strong><br />
gailborden.info
Social <strong>Services</strong><br />
Maha Mainez is the <strong>Library</strong>'s<br />
Social <strong>Services</strong> Manager.<br />
She assists people in the<br />
community find services and<br />
resources they need including<br />
food and utility assistance,<br />
mental health services,<br />
homeless shelter information,<br />
and more. To contact Maha,<br />
please call 847-695-4668.<br />
Home <strong>Services</strong><br />
gailborden.info/services/home-services<br />
Free monthly delivery is provided to anyone who<br />
lives in the Gail Borden Public <strong>Library</strong> District and<br />
is unable to visit the library<br />
because of temporary or<br />
permanent illness or<br />
disability. For more<br />
information, contact the<br />
Home <strong>Services</strong> Coordinator<br />
at 847-429-4599 or by<br />
email at homeservices@gailborden.info.<br />
(New) Craft & Hobby<br />
Explore a boundless realm<br />
of inspiration and unleash<br />
your creative potential<br />
with online classes, tutorials<br />
and projects.<br />
Even More <strong>Services</strong><br />
Accessible <strong>Library</strong> <strong>Services</strong><br />
gailborden.info/services/accessible-services<br />
Bookmobile Schedule<br />
gailborden.info/bookmobile<br />
Events, Programs and Classes<br />
gailborden.info/events<br />
Ever Changing Exhibits<br />
gailborden.info/whyexhibits<br />
Genealogy<br />
gailborden.info/research/genealogy<br />
Job Hunting, Careers & Education<br />
gailborden.info/learn/job-career<br />
<strong>Library</strong> Card Registration<br />
gailborden.info/getcard<br />
<strong>Library</strong> of Things<br />
gailborden.info/libraryofthings<br />
Literacy Connection<br />
elginliteracy.org<br />
Local History & House Research<br />
gailborden.info/research/localhistory<br />
Media Dispensers<br />
gailborden.info/library-collections/mediabank<br />
Small Business Resources<br />
gailborden.info/research/business<br />
Study Rooms & Meeting Spaces<br />
gailborden.info/studyroom<br />
TechKnow Mobile<br />
gailborden.info/techknow-mobile<br />
Volunteer Opportunities<br />
gailborden.info/volunteer<br />
www.gailborden.info<br />
READ<br />
S.S. BORDEN<br />
Please know that the Gail Borden Public <strong>Library</strong> District continues to offer<br />
approximately 315,000 books, movies and more for checkout at the <strong>Library</strong>’s branches.<br />
Also, and most impoantly, the Gail Borden <strong>Library</strong> staff welcomes<br />
the oppounity to serve you in person and over the phone at 847-742-2411.<br />
@GailBordenPublic<strong>Library</strong><br />
@GailBorden<strong>Library</strong><br />
Keep Me!<br />
Main <strong>Library</strong><br />
270 N. Grove Ave.<br />
Elgin, IL 60120<br />
847–742–2411<br />
847–531–7271<br />
*Change in times beginning September 3<br />
Building Hours<br />
9 am – 9 pm<br />
Building Hours*<br />
Mon-Thu 9 am – 9 pm<br />
9 am – 6 pm Fri-Sat 9 am – 6 pm<br />
Noon – 5 pm Sun Noon – 5 pm<br />
Drive-Up Window*<br />
Drive-Up Window*<br />
Mon-Thu<br />
Fri-Sat<br />
Sun<br />
Mon-Thu<br />
Fri-Sat<br />
Sun<br />
8:30 am – 9 pm<br />
8:30 am – 6 pm<br />
11:30 am – 5 pm<br />
Rakow Branch<br />
2751 W. Bowes Rd.<br />
Elgin, IL 60124<br />
Mon-Thu<br />
Fri-Sat<br />
Sun<br />
8:30 am – 9 pm<br />
8:30 am – 6 pm<br />
11:30 am – 5 pm<br />
South Elgin Branch<br />
127 S. McLean Blvd.<br />
South Elgin, IL 60177<br />
847–931–2090<br />
Please note that the<br />
South Elgin Branch will<br />
be closed for expansion<br />
construction staing<br />
August 12, 2024.<br />
gailborden.info/<br />
sebranchexpansion<br />
14834-LF-8/6/2024
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