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Computers & Technology gailborden.info/services/ for-computer-users Main Library Computer Center • Windows 10 PCs • Print / Scan / Fax • A typewriter for use in the Library. • Laptops to check out at the Information Desk on the 2nd floor for use in the Main Library. Rakow Branch Computer Café • Windows 10 PCs • Print / Scan / Fax South Elgin Branch • Laptops and iPads (in-library use) • Print / Scan / Fax • 42” screen (use in study rooms) Passport Services gailborden.info/passports Gail Borden Public Library District is an official U.S. Passpo Acceptance Facility. Items available for purchase: • USB flash drives $5 • Earbuds $1 • 2-Pocket folders $0.50 • Manila folders $0.10 • Card lamination $0.25 Printing is available for: • $0.10/page for black & white, $0.25/page for color • Scan-to-fax service for $1/page to U.S. or Canada, $2/page international Wireless printing gailborden.info/print Available at all buildings with the “Public Print Locations” app Digital Media Lab gailborden.info/digitalmedialab The Digital Media Lab offers space, hardware and software to create video, music, photos and more. Available for 1-hour reservations for adults and teens in high school. Make your reservation in-person, by emailing adyson@gailborden.info, or call 847-695-7577. A Gail Borden Library card is required. Wedding Birthday Preservation Anniversary Station Do you have old VHS tapes, pictures, slides and more that you want to preserve? Use this station on the 2nd floor of the Main Library to digitize your precious memories. gailborden.info/preservationstation Need a Good Read? gailborden.info/book-lovers Looking for personalized reading recommendations for adults? Fill out one of our forms online for recommendations, automatic reading suggestions, automatic holds and more. Explore We accept passpo applications by appointment only. We also take passpo photos. To make an appointment and learn more about passpo application requirements and costs, please call the Passpo Desk at 847-429-4693. License Plate Sticker Renewal gailborden.info/licenserenewal Illinois residents can renew their license plate stickers and leave with the sticker the same day. The service is available at the Main Library from opening until half an hour before closing. See the website or call the Customer Relations desk at 847-429-4597 for requirements and cost. GBPL Mobile App gailborden.info/mobile Gail Borden Library’s mobile app is available in English and Spanish. Use it to scan and check out library materials, store your library card number for use, search the catalog and place holds, register for events, and find hours and directions. Elgin Area Memories gailborden.info/elginareamemories/ Explore many interesting, digitized items from the library archives and local area organizations such as the Watch Word magazine, videos from our local veterans, and photos from Elgin's past. gailborden.info
For Kids LOTE Online gbpl.info/lote4kids Kids can enjoy digital books in more than 40 different languages for free. PebbleGo gailborden.info/pebblego Make learning fun with educational resources for grades PreK-2 on popular topics such as animals, science and biographies. In English and Spanish. Scholastic Teachables gbpl.info/teachables Download printable lesson plans, worksheets, games, puzzles and more for kids in any grade. A teacher favorite! Need a Good Read? gailborden.info/need-a-good-read-kids Looking for some great books for kids or middle schoolers? Fill out the online form and librarians will email you a list of great reads based on your interests! TumbleBook Library and TumbleMath gailborden.info/tumblebooks TumbleBooks, TumblePuzzles and TumbleQuizzes teach young children the joys of reading with animation and narration. TumbleMath is a comprehensive collection of math picture books. Tutor.com gailborden.info/tutor Personalized homework help that connects you with a live, online tutor. More Services Resources for Parents and Teachers gailborden.info/services/for-parents Resources for Educators and Schools gailborden.info/services/for-educators Resource Room at the Main Library Located in KidSpace. Adults are welcome to use an Ellison Die machine, sewing machines, laminator, and paper cutter. Fees may be required. Museum Adventure Pass gailborden.info/map Get free or discounted admission to selected Chicago-area museums. One Museum Adventure Pass may be checked out per family, per loan period (7 days). Explore More Illinois gailborden.info/exploreillinois Access to free and discounted tickets to museums, science centers, spoing events, zoos, park districts, theaters, and other fun and local cultural venues. Research Assistance Receive help from GBPL professional librarians to find trusted resources and information you need in a judgement-free zone. You can even schedule an appointment. • Phone 847-429-4680 • Text 847-754-4599 • Email gbplweb@gailborden.info to get a response within 24 hours • In person at the Information Desk located on the second floor of the Main Library Para ver esta información en español, por favor visite gbpl.info/spanishservices. gailborden.info
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