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Library Services

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Ask a Librarian!
Get answers and research help by email, chat or phone.

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Community Services
Tutoring, meeting rooms, adaptive equipment, proctoring, tours, information for new immigrants.

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Computer Training
Free classes on a variety of topics at the Little Walnut Creek, Ruiz, and Faulk Central libraries. Some classes are in Spanish.

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Connected Youth
We offer laptops, provide mobile media programs, and empower young people to use the library collection for discovery and to develop a love of reading.

Reference Databases

Databases
Full-text magazine and newspaper articles, electronic books, dictionaries and encyclopedias, auto and TV repair schematics, and practice tests.

FindIt

Findit Online Catalog
Search the catalog, place a hold on a title, and renew your checked out materials.

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Good Reads
Reading lists created by staff librarians, plus award winners, classics, and other acclaimed fiction and nonfiction.

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Información en español
Información sobre las reglas de préstamo, las clases de computación, el Programa para el Nuevo Inmigrante y los servicios de la ciudad.

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Interlibrary Loan
Interlibrary Loan (ILL) allows card holders to borrow materials not owned by the Austin Public Library.

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Internet Access
Public computers provide free access to the Internet and have MS Word, Excel, Power Point and Access installed. Every location also has free wireless.

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Library Cards
Check out books, dvds, music cds, audiobooks, and use the online databases remotely.

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Meeting Rooms
The Austin Public Library provides meeting rooms for the public.

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Program and Event Calendar
Austin Public Library sponsored events.

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Research Tools
Use the Library's online resources to research any topic.

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TexShare Card Program
Borrow materials directly from The University of Texas, Austin Community College, and libraries outside Austin.

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Video Tutorials
Get the most out of your Library. Use our free tutorials to learn how to search for a book in the APL system, access your account, use MS Word, use MS Excel, search our databases, locate news articles, find businesses, and much more.

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Youth Services
Youth programs, resources, and reading lists entertain and enlighten Austin kids and teens.

Have problems, questions, or comments?
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