Google+
Picture

​
All in-person Library programs have been cancelled until further notice.

We are compiling links to websites that may be of interest and assistance to our patrons.
Many organizations are providing free on-line access during this time.

Instructional video - How to Use Zoom  https://www.aarp.org/home-family/personal-technology/info-2020/how-to-use-zoom.html

In addition to our regular Reference & Resource page, see additional links near the bottom of this page.
A special page of Educational Resources has been added.

Picture

​

Virtual Program - Searching for Your Family History​

Picture
We had asked Joyce Buckert from the Hancock County Historical Society if she would give genealogy program for the Library.  Originally, this was to be an in-person presentation, but she has graciously allowed us to record her talk and post the videos on Youtube. 
Part One is a basic introduction to searching for your Family History:  https://youtu.be/c70gZiD6rpU
Part Two shows how to use the Library edition of Ancestry to search for information:  https://youtu.be/1T_-A9-r2xo 
Part Three continues using the Library edition of Ancestry to search census records, marriage licenses, etc.:  https://youtu.be/HT-IiyP6KHU
Picture
The Ancestry database is available for use within the Carthage Public Library. 
For a limited time, it is also available for remote access.  Contact the Library at cartlib@mtcnow.net or 217-357-3232 for the password. 
​ Unlike the personal version, users are unable to create family trees in the library edition, however all of the informational databases are available for searching.
Library Lines Newsletters -- If you would like to receive a copy of our monthly newsletter via email,
send your contact information to cartlib@mtcnow.net and we'll add you to our email list.

 Download a copy here:        March 2020 newsletter                April 2020 newsletter​         May 2020 newsletter

June 2020 newsletter        July 2020 newsletter     August 2020 newsletter

​
Picture

​
Picture
Thank you for Participating in Summer Reading 2020! 


You can turn in your Reading Logs Here!
Or in person at the Carthage Public Library this week 8/3/2020-8/8/2020


Please Fill out this Survey to let us know how we did!

Prizes will be available at the library 8/10/2020-8/15/2020. 

Looking forward to Fall Programing! 

RESOLVE TO READ:  Participate in our 2020 Reading Challenge.
Picture
2020: Focus on Illinois
is the theme of  our new Independent Reading Challenge
for Adults and High School students.

We will be reading fiction books set in Illinois, non-fiction books about Illinois History and people from Illinois, and books written by Illinois Authors
(any writer who as lived in Illinois at some point in his/her life).

Information and downloadable bookmarks/entry forms are posted on the
​2020 Reading Program page of this website. 

 The first quarter prize was a $20 certificate to Los Charros, won by Doris Holtsclaw.
The second quarter prize was a $20 certificate to Ben Franklin, won by Heather Mohr.
For the 3rd quarter, we will draw a winner from those who participated at least once in July, August, and September. Prize is a $20 DQ gift card.
The more months you read, the better your changes to win a prize.

Send us an email with your name and information about the book you read for the month's theme, and we will enter you in the drawing.     cartlib@mtcnow.net.

E-books and audio books also count for this reading challenge. 
​We encourage you to use our e-book and audio databases listed below.
We've rearranged the monthly themes slightly to make it easier to find online books that fit the theme.


Picture

​
Log in with your library card barcode number and PIN to access these
​ two databases with ebooks and audiobooks to download for free.

ADML -  Alliance Digital Media Library
uses the Libby App
http://alliance.lib.overdrive.com
Kindle format books are also available.
eReadIllinois uses the axis360 app.
http://carthage.axis360.baker-taylor.com.
Picture
BiblioBoard.com & Inkie.org​
Free ebook collections available to all Illinois residents - no library card needed.  Download the BiblioBoard app for the "Recovering the Classics" collection, "Popup Picks" which change quarterly, children's books, Open Educational resources/textbooks and more.
​  Inkie.org features books by and resources for independent authors.

Picture
Free access to Romance Book Cloud is being provided now - Aug. 31, 2020 by Tumblebooks Library.  No library card needed.  Be aware, the description said it was a huge collection of "steamy" romance novels.

​Username: tumble2020
Password: A3b5c6
Picture
AudioBookCloud is a database of downloadable  audio books for all ages, which is normally only available to libraries and patrons through a paid subscription.  From now through August 31, 2020 Tumble Books is allowing Libraries to provide free access to  patrons.
​Username: tumble2020                Password: A3b5c6

Resources for Readers


What are your favorite websites for book reviews and recommendations?
Goodreads.com              BookRiot.com                                  Bookseriesinorder.com               Historicalnovels.info

​

            Online Resources to Help Adults Stay Sane in the Time of CoVid -19
                                         
                                                    Also check out our links to educational resources                               

This list of free virtual resources and entertainment at this link:  https://www.railslibraries.info/news/179485   was compiled by the RAILS Library system. Another list may be found at www.amazingeducationalresources.com.  Some of the resources listed may be duplicates of the ones listed in the list below.  

                       We borrowed this list from another library, and did not check out all of the links.
                                         If something does not work, please let us know.
 
Art Collections and Museums  
Aquariums and Zoos
 
National Parks and Gardens  Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park, Carlsbad Caverns National Park in New Mexico, Bryce Canyon National Park in Utah, Kenai Fjords National Park in Alaska, and Dry Tortugas National Park in Florida.-
Cities, Monuments, Historic Sites


Other Virtual Field Trips
Theater and Opera
Coloring Pages and Books for Adults
NASA  
 
Free College Courses Online  
Picture
Picture
      Support the Library by joining the Friends of the Carthage Public Library
        Contact the Friends via email: FriendsofCarthageLibrary@gmail.com          or            Like us on                                                                                                                                                                           Facebook