Resources
The Library has a wide variety of resources to help keep you informed, online and well read. If you have any questions please don't hestitate to ask.
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Southlake Public Library Blog
Check the Southlake Public Library Blog for information about new book releases, new purchases, upcoming events, and more!
NetLibrary eBooks & eAudiobooks
NetLibrary provides tens of thousands of eBooks that can be read online and downloadable eAudiobooks that can be played on a computer or portable media device, such as an mp3 player. To get started, read the instructions and general information and then sign up for NetLibrary today!
The City of Southlake is proud to offer free wireless Internet connections in the Southlake Public Library, Town Square, the Southlake Sports complex, Bicentennial Park and Bob Jones Park!
TexShare Cards & Databases
The Southlake Public Library is a participant in the TexShare Card Program. This cooperative program, sponsored by the State Library, improves library services to Texas residents. TexShare cardholders may check out books from other TexShare participant libraries throughout the state. For more information about the program call the Southlake Public Library at 817-748-8243.
The Texas State Library also offers a wealth of online databases with access to downloadable audiobooks, e-books, homework help, full length magazine and newspaper articles, literary criticism, business data, medical information and other resources. The TexShare Databases can be accessed from home or office computers. Call the Adult Services desk, 817-748-8247, or Youth Services desk, 817-748-8248, to obtain the user name and password, more information or assistance accessing these databases.
Worldbook Online
Customers of the Southlake Public Library have access to World Book Online. For login information, please call the Adult Services desk at 817-748-8247 or the Youth Services desk at 817-748-8248.
ReferenceUSA
Reference USA is one of the top sources of information on businesses and people for researchers, students, job seekers and government agencies. Login information is available from the Southlake Public Library Adult Services desk at 817-748-8247 or the Youth Services desk at 817-748-8248.
Library of Texas
The Library of Texas website is a component of the TexShare consortium. It allows users to search multiple Texas library catalogs and other knowledge collections from a single interface. The login username and password are the same as those used with the TexShare databases, which can be obtained from the Southlake Public Library. Elf is an Internet-based tool for keeping track of what's due, overdue and ready for pickup. Users can keep track of one or more library accounts in one place and receive reminders (sometimes called pre-overdue or early notification). Reminders are sent when the user wants it -- before items are due (up to seven days advance notice, weekly notice or everyday reminders). For families or anyone who'd like reminders before an item is due (user-selectable number of days notice).for more information.
Library Elf
Library Elf is an independent Internet-based tool for keeping track of what you have due, overdue and ready for pickup at all the libraries you frequent. Users can keep track of one or more library accounts in one place and receive email reminders. The tool can be customized to fit various tastes, and is becoming very popular. The Southlake Public Library does not run Library Elf, but our catalog is fully compatible with the service.
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