SCPL News & Announcements - Posts Tagged 'Services'

We're officially announcing our new mobile app:
SCPL On the Go.

It's optimized for mobile searching and offers account management plus integrated access ...

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Posted by teeterj on May 21, 2013 at 9 a.m.

Would you or someone you know benefit from home delivery of library materials? Our Book Buddy Outreach service does just that.

For more information contact ...

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Posted by teeterj on May 16, 2013 at 12:30 p.m.

If you're a reader who is always on the lookout for something new, our new NextReads e-newsletter service is for you!

Each newsletter is ...

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Posted by teeterj on May 2, 2013 at 9 a.m.

From a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow to flowers in bloom, the SCPL sheet music collection has it all... including "April ...

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Posted by teeterj on May 1, 2013 at 1 p.m.

Advocate for California Libraries

It's National Library Week -- a great time to write your legislators and let them know how important libraries are to ...

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Posted by teeterj on April 16, 2013 at 9 a.m.

Did you know that the library gives you access to great sources of streaming media?

Indieflix

IndieFlix offers award-winning shorts, features, and documentaries from more ...

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Posted by teeterj on April 11, 2013 at 8:30 a.m.

Celebrate National Library Week 2013
April 14 - 20th

Santa Cruz Public Libraries Food for Fines Amnesty Event!

Reduce Your Library Fines by Fighting Hunger!

In ...

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Posted by teeterj on April 2, 2013 at 11 a.m.

Just a quick reminder that there will be no Homework Help sessions during spring break, which is the first week of April. Homework Help will ...

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Posted by teeterj on March 25, 2013 at 8 a.m.

Our technical partners have published updates recently for mobile devices. Check them out!

OverDrive Next Generation

Overdrive recently updated their website with new features such ...

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Posted by teeterj on March 21, 2013 at 9:30 a.m.

Here is another great selection from our sheet music database. Enjoy "I'm Always Chasing Rainbows", beautifully performed by Librarian Heather Norquist. The music was ...

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Posted by teeterj on March 15, 2013 at 2 p.m.

The Library wishes you all a Happy Valentine's day with another great selection from our sheet music database. Library Board Chair Sam Storey performs ...

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Posted by teeterj on Feb. 14, 2013 at 8 a.m.

It may be cold in California, but there's plenty of activity at the library to keep us warm!

Grant from Target for Cuéntame un ...

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Posted by teeterj on Jan. 22, 2013 at 8:30 a.m.

Next time you're looking at a book in our catalog, make sure to scroll down to the bottom of the page to find more ...

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Posted by teeterj on Jan. 8, 2013 at 2 p.m.

The holidays are upon us! All library branches will be closed December 24th and 25th for the Christmas holiday, and on December 31st and January ...

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Posted by teeterj on Dec. 21, 2012 at 10 a.m.

Did you know about the library's extensive sheet music database? Our sheet music collection is housed in the Downtown branch and contains more than ...

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Posted by teeterj on Dec. 18, 2012 at 3 p.m.

The updated library catalog that we launched a few weeks ago is working better than ever. Some features have moved or changed in the process ...

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Posted by teeterj on Dec. 11, 2012 at 1:30 p.m.

We're now offering electronic access to a variety of magazines through Zinio, so you can browse and read from home. Zinio is a service ...

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Posted by teeterj on Nov. 27, 2012 at 8 a.m.

We've just upgraded our catalog software -- the new version should be faster and easier to use than ever before.

If you have bookmarks to ...

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Posted by teeterj on Nov. 8, 2012 at 9 a.m.

Are you ready for the 2012 general election? The last day to register to vote in this election is October 22nd.

We've put together ...

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Posted by teeterj on Sept. 28, 2012 at 10 a.m.

Avast, ye hearties! Did you know September 19th is Talk Like A Pirate Day? If you're feeling the need to brush up on your ...

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Posted by teeterj on Sept. 18, 2012 at 3:30 p.m.

Here is the new storytime schedule, starting September 10th and running through December 2012.

Toddler Storytimes... for toddlers 1-3 years
Monday	10:30am	Aptos	427-7702 ...

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Posted by teeterj on Sept. 13, 2012 at 1:30 p.m.

The Santa Cruz Public Library System will have expanded hours starting September 10th! The new branch hours will be:

Aptos
SUN	MON	TUES	WED	THURS ...

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Posted by teeterj on Aug. 27, 2012 at 10 a.m.

We've just added Access Video on Demand for SCPL patrons. Enjoy instant access to world-class documentaries, award-winning educational films, independent films, and helpful instructional ...

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Posted by teeterj on Aug. 16, 2012 at 4:30 p.m.

The Santa Cruz Public Libraries have joined with 19 Northern California public library systems to offer downloadable museum passes through the Discover & Go Network.

As ...

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Posted by teeterj on Aug. 1, 2012 at 4:15 p.m.

Santa Cruz County to read and celebrate John Steinbeck’s Grapes of Wrath during SANTA CRUZ READS project

July 10, 2012—SANTA CRUZ— The National ...

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Posted by teeterj on July 12, 2012 at 3 p.m.

As of July 1st, we've added a bunch of new online databases to our Internet Resources section:

• ChiltonLibrary -- automotive repair information for do-it-yourself people ...

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Posted by teeterj on July 3, 2012 at 3 p.m.

Starting in April, patrons may have noticed problems with the delivery of library email notices for overdue materials, holds ready for pickup, and fines. As ...

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Posted by teeterj on June 18, 2012 at 10 a.m.

Sign-ups for this year's Summer Reading Program start next week on Monday, June 11! Children, teens, and adults are encouraged to track their reading ...

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Posted by teeterj on June 5, 2012 at 1:30 p.m.

Mango Languages online language-learning system is now available! The courses are currently offered in over 35 foreign languages, plus more than 15 English as a ...

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Posted by teeterj on May 28, 2012 at 11 a.m.

Our Gale Virtual Reference Library collection has been expanded! You can now peruse e-books on General Reference, Education, History, Nation and the World, Religion, Science ...

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Posted by teeterj on May 22, 2012 at noon

Americans text message almost twice as much as they talk on mobile phones, according to a recent Nielsen Mobile Survey.

SCPL’s new service makes ...

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Posted by teeterj on May 1, 2012 at 12:30 p.m.

We are pleased to announce that library patrons can now download audio books from OneClickdigital by visiting santacruzca.oneclickdigital.com! The service is both PC ...

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Posted by teeterj on April 10, 2012 at 3:30 p.m.

The Santa Cruz Public Libraries' network will be down for maintenance from 7am - 1pm on Sunday, April 8th.

The SCPL website, online catalog, My Account ...

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Posted by teeterj on April 2, 2012 at 9:25 a.m.

The library has recently added two new online databases to our collection of internet resources.

Career Cruising is an online resource for job seekers that ...

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Posted by teeterj on March 13, 2012 at 2 p.m.

You can now reserve Library Meeting Rooms directly from our website, using the Book It Now buttons available on the Meeting Rooms page or on ...

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Posted by teeterj on March 6, 2012 at 9 a.m.

Many of you have been asking questions about how to access library eBooks. We've created a tutorial to help you use OverDrive to access ...

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Posted by teeterj on Feb. 22, 2012 at 3:30 p.m.

JobNow is a new resource now available for patrons of the Santa Cruz Public Libraries. The service provides expert resume assistance, live interview preparation and ...

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Posted by teeterj on Feb. 4, 2012 at 10 a.m.

Tax season is here once again. For links to state and federal tax forms, see our Tax Forms and Information page. Project SCOUT is also ...

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Posted by teeterj on Feb. 1, 2012 at 1 p.m.

Did you know you can make an appointment with a member of our Reference Team? It's easy -- just call Reference Services at (831) 427-7713 ...

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Posted by teeterj on Jan. 23, 2012 at 11 a.m.

Many of you have been asking questions about how to access library eBooks. We've created a tutorial to help you use OverDrive to access ...

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Posted by teeterj on Jan. 19, 2012 at 1 p.m.

We're happy to announce that the much-requested New Items lists are now available! We're always adding materials to our collection. To see what ...

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Posted by teeterj on Dec. 20, 2011 at 4:44 p.m.

Starting today, SCPL is participating in a pilot project called JobScout.

JobScout is an online social gaming platform designed to teach job seekers invaluable digital ...

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Posted by ann on Dec. 8, 2011 at 1 p.m.

November 18,2011

Dear SCPL Customer,

Thank you for your patience and kind consideration as we implement a new Integrated Library System (ILS). As you ...

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Posted by ann on Nov. 21, 2011 at 8:37 a.m.

Our new catalog system is now live! The new system lets you customize your account and online search experience. Take a look around, and check ...

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Posted by teeterj on Oct. 25, 2011 at 11 a.m.

The Santa Cruz Public Library System will be rolling out a new Catalog System this October! We're very excited about what the new system ...

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Posted by teeterj on Sept. 20, 2011 at 11 a.m.

The library's popular Tales to Tails program is expanding! There are now times available at 3 of our branch locations: Capitola, Central, and Felton ...

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Posted by teeterj on Sept. 19, 2011 at 9:30 a.m.

SCPL has created a YouTube Channel where we will be posting informational videos on a wide variety of topics: descriptions of new services, how-tos, and ...

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Posted by ann on Sept. 8, 2011 at 12:47 p.m.

The Pacific Library Partnership has released a new app for finding local library locations, hours and more, all via your smartphone! Find out more on ...

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Posted by teeterj on Aug. 30, 2011 at 10 a.m.

Just getting started with computers and feeling lost? Looking for how to take advantage of what the internet has to offer? Take a look at ...

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Posted by teeterj on Aug. 23, 2011 at 9 a.m.

The Aptos Branch Library of the Santa Cruz Public Libraries will be closed from Monday, August 15 through Thursday, August 18, 2011 for mold removal ...

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Posted by teeterj on Aug. 8, 2011 at 8:49 a.m.

The latest addition to our online resource collection is America's News from NewsBank, which allows you to search current and archived coverage from the ...

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Posted by ann on July 31, 2011 at 1 p.m.

The Teen Battle of the Bands is coming up this Saturday from 1-4:30pm! Come cheer on the bands as they "battle it out" for ...

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Posted by ann on July 19, 2011 at 10:42 a.m.

Heather Norquist - 2011 Barbara Bricmont Award

Youth Services Librarian, Heather Norquist, has been awarded the 2011 Barbara Bricmont award by the Santa Cruz County Reading ...

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Posted by teeterj on May 24, 2011 at 6:15 p.m.

SCPL has subscribed to a fun, new reading program that you and your child can access from the library or home (requires a library card ...

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Posted by ann on May 5, 2011 at 11:25 a.m.

SCPL patrons interested in stocks and funds now have access to Morningstar's premium information online. This includes Morningstar analysts' independent opinion on 1,700 ...

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Posted by ann on May 2, 2011 at 4:01 p.m.

The security issues on the new public internet PCs at the Central and Capitola branches have now been resolved and the terminals are back in ...

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Posted by ann on April 20, 2011 at 3:41 p.m.

Value Line publications are now available online through SCPL. Value Line is a complete, multidimensional investment management solution that enables both new and experienced investors ...

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Posted by ann on April 11, 2011 at 10:54 a.m.

Now available at Santa Cruz Public Libraries: Free Academic Help at All Levels.

Brainfuse HelpNow offers live online tutoring in elementary, middle school, high school ...

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Posted by teeterj on March 1, 2011 at 8:51 a.m.

The popular Small Business Brown Bag Seminars are returning in February! Bank of America is our corporate sponsor this year and we have a valuable ...

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Posted by teeterj on Feb. 8, 2011 at 11:12 a.m.

The Final Task Force Report to the Library Joint Powers Board on Financially Sustainable Service Models has been submitted. The entire document is available here ...

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Posted by ann on Jan. 31, 2011 at 12:07 p.m.

Free after school tutoring will be available to students ages 6 through 18 at the Branciforte library branch on Wednesdays from 2:00pm - 4:30pm ...

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Posted by teeterj on Jan. 18, 2011 at 12:09 p.m.

Tax season is here once again. For links to state and federal tax forms, see our Tax Forms and Information page. Project SCOUT is also ... [Read More]

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Posted by teeterj on Jan. 4, 2011 at 3:38 p.m.

In January 2011, our new literacy program, Tales to Tails, will launch. Children can sign up for a private twenty-minute slot to read to an ...

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Posted by ann on Dec. 27, 2010 at 8 a.m.

The 2010 Summer Reading program was an amazing success thanks to the work of Library staff, volunteers, the Friends of the Santa Cruz Libraries, and ...

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Posted by cowend on Aug. 25, 2010 at 3:59 p.m.

Career exploration and job finding tools all in one database! At Career Transitions you can:

• Assess yourself and match your interests with specific career paths ...

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Posted by cowend on June 24, 2010 at 1:17 p.m.

*The application period for this Task Force has ended*

The Library Joint Powers Board has approved a Task Force on Library Service Models and has ...

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Posted by cowend on June 14, 2010 at 4:37 p.m.

Have you ever wondered how much library services would cost if you had to pay for them directly? Use this Library Use Value Calculator to ...

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Posted by ann on May 10, 2010 at 6:08 p.m.

How has the Library changed your life or helped your community?

Share your story here!

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Posted by ann on April 22, 2010 at 11:40 a.m.

Playaways are small audiobook players that you can check out! Each Playaway device comes with one complete book already pre-loaded on it. Simply insert a ...

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Posted by ann on April 15, 2010 at 5:10 p.m.

Keep up on the latest news and events! Become a fan of the Santa Cruz Public Libraries on Facebook and follow SantaCruzPL on Twitter.

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Posted by ann on Feb. 9, 2010 at 10:53 a.m.

The Santa Cruz Public Libraries' plan for the future will set service priorities for a reduced budget. The library needs help from all members of ...

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Posted by cowend on Jan. 16, 2010 at 12:30 a.m.

Tax season is here once again. For links to state and federal tax forms, see our Tax Forms and Information page. Project SCOUT is also ... [Read More]

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Posted by cowend on Jan. 11, 2010 at 2:30 p.m.

The January 2010 Friends of the Library Newsletter was printed and mailed with a calendar error. Munching with Mozart and the Central Branch Book Discussion ... [Read More]

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Posted by cowend on Jan. 4, 2010 at 1:44 p.m.

The Santa Cruz Public Libraries has removed the age requirement for receiving a library card. A child of ANY age can now have a little ...

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Posted by ann on Dec. 7, 2009 at 4:58 p.m.

Effective October 20 the La Selva Beach Branch will be open Tuesdays 3-7 pm instead of 1-5 pm. This is in response to requests from ... [Read More]

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Posted by ann on Oct. 14, 2009 at 10:06 a.m.

As always, kids can call the Library's Dial-A-Story number, 831-420-5780 to listen to a bedtime (or anytime) story on the phone. But now this ...

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Posted by ann on Oct. 6, 2009 at 2:30 p.m.

 

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