Online resource

  • Schlow Online Resources
    Schlow offers many online resources, like Magazines Online, Zinio (full-color magazines), Transparent Language, Newsbank (back issues of Centre Daily Times and many more), and ReferenceQuestions that you ask of library staff that require knowledge of the content of the collection or other resources such as those on the web. Sometimes you are referred to the answer, hence Reference. Reference can also refer to our reference materials that are often encyclopedic books that have many volumes and a concentrated number of facts and/or statistics. These materials usually have an overnight loan period so they are available in the library most of the time. USA (business and residential phone numbers). To get to these resources, click here to log on and see the complete list, or go to the Online Library link on the left of this page or to the Find Many More Online Resources link at the bottom of the dropdown menu above.
    more info

  • eBookeBook, or electronic book, is a book that you "read" on your computer screen. Schlow highlights one book a month from our collection of eBooks available at NetLibrary which can be found by logging into your account. There are many different books available for your perusal. FAQ

    Amy is back with one of our most popular classes at Schlow! She will show you what you want to know about using e-readers with Schlow's eBooks. Bring your e-reader and any questions and Amy will help get you started!

    This group will be meeting in the Musser room. If you have any questions or to register please contact the referenceQuestions that you ask of library staff that require knowledge of the content of the collection or other resources such as those on the web. Sometimes you are referred to the answer, hence Reference. Reference can also refer to our reference materials that are often encyclopedic books that have many volumes and a concentrated number of facts and/or statistics. These materials usually have an overnight loan period so they are available in the library most of the time. desk at 814.235.7816 or by email at refdesk@schlowlibrary.org

     

    more info

  • ZINIO -- Free Digital Magazines

    Come to Amy's class to learn about our brand new service. You can read full text and color magazines that look just like the print editions. ZINIO magazines can be viewed on your desktop computer, e-reader, tablet or other device.

    This group will be meeting in the Musser room. If you have any questions or to register please contact the referenceQuestions that you ask of library staff that require knowledge of the content of the collection or other resources such as those on the web. Sometimes you are referred to the answer, hence Reference. Reference can also refer to our reference materials that are often encyclopedic books that have many volumes and a concentrated number of facts and/or statistics. These materials usually have an overnight loan period so they are available in the library most of the time. desk at 814.235.7816 or by email at refdesk@schlowlibrary.org

     

    more info
  • zinio

    Update on 8/31/12 -  Zinio is restored! If you have not tried it yet, go to our Online Library and select "Find many more online resources". Log on with your Schlow account, click on Zinio and follow the instructions to set up the Zinio/Schlow account. This gives you access to many full color popular magazines like Consumer Reports, Newsweek, Dwell and National Geographic. 

    If you are already registered, you may have to re-register because of the upgrade. Let us know if you need any assistance. Enjoy!

    more info
  • @ Globe

    Have a project? Need to do some research? Need homework help? Check out the many online resources available on Schlow's website!

    Below is a listing of the resources that may help with your homework. To access them click HERE. You just need your library card number and PIN number to access these great resources! Click "more info" for information about the resources.

     

    more info
  • Computer and iPod

    Here's a great way to add to your music collection - for free! Schlow now offers free MP3 music file downloads on our website through Freegal Music, an online databaseA subscription to a (password protected) website full of information. that provides access to songs from the Sony Music Entertainment catalog.

    Click on "more info" to get free music!  

    more info
  • Rosie the Riveter
    Browse the 1940 U.S. Federal Census

    Ancestry.com now has all 3.8 million 1940 U.S. Federal Census images online. Discover your connection by starting with your family's address from 1940. Then plug the information into our enumeration district finder. Download our FREE guide for full instructions.


    Ancestry is available on any public computer in the library. Start searching today!

    more info
  • Reading
    Schlow offers many resources for finding the next book to read! The catalog shows additional titles and authors that you may want to explore. At each book entry, it also lists the books in the series (if that is applicable). We also have the NextReads databaseA subscription to a (password protected) website full of information. , which now includes more narrative nonfiction. Go here to log in and find NextReads in the list of databases.
    more info
  • Learning Express
    LearningExpressLibrary is a test preparation and skills development website that:
    -offers comprehensive courses in math, reading, and writing;
    -workplace skills enrichment;
    -computer skills tutorials; and
    -more than 300 online practice tests for students and adults of all ages.
    more info
  • Tumblebook Library

    TumbleBookLibrary is an online collection of animated, talking picture books which teach young children the joys of reading in a format they'll love.

    TumbleBookCloud is an online collection of read-along titles for elementary, middle school, and high school students.

    Tumble AudioBookCloud is an excellent collection of audiobooks.

    Click on "more info" to access these fun, free, educational tools!

     


    Home
    more info