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A library is not measured by the sum of the books on its shelves, but rather its impact on the community it serves. Modern libraries are places where people gather to explore, interact and imagine. Besides connecting people to information, libraries connect people to other people.
Naturally, you can still borrow books—it is a library—but you can also access a trove of content from the digital library on your desktop or mobile device.
Take your time and enjoy the story—The Livingston Parish Library is now fine free.
In an effort to remove outstanding debt for library patrons, as of December 1, 2019, LPL has eliminated overdue fines on all library-owned items currently in circulation; removing barriers to basic library services and resources.
More than books
Connecting you on the go:
Patrons can now enjoy unlimited access to the internet on-the-go, anywhere, anytime when they check out a mobile hotspot from the library. Mobile hotspots from the library provide internet access to smartphones, tablets, computers, and other wireless-enabled devices through the Verizon cellular data network. This is a terrific idea for road trips—keeping the back-seat devices streaming entertainment.
Fun in the kitchen:
At Livingston Parish’s libraries, you can take your baking game to the next level. Culinary Kits are a collection of specialty cake pans you can borrow from the library. Check out pans for character cakes, gourmet recipes and other imaginative confections—libraries in Livingston Parish have the tools you need. Borrow, bake, return… It’s just that simple.
STEAM exploration:
From graphing calculators to microscopes, in Livingston Parish, the Library’s Learning Kits have everything you need to make your learning experience complete. Patrons can check out a variety of equipment to explore STEM, music, language, and more. Add books, media items or electronic resources to make your learning experience complete. Browse through a list of available Learning Kits here.
Hubs for exploring technology:
The way we use our libraries is evolving as fast as new technology. Libraries are becoming a place for creation and collaboration. The Livingston Parish Library has created spaces and scheduled activities centered around creativity. From 3D printers, to cook book clubs, to sewing circles, Livingston Parish is capitalizing on a priceless commodity: the sharing of personal knowledge, by learning and by doing. The Denham Springs-Walker branch of the Library has places for people to work collaboratively on all sorts of projects, digital or otherwise in their Idea Lab. All library branches in Livingston Parish even offer 3D Printing.
Read all about it: The Livingston Parish Library has partnered with Livingston Parish Public Schools (LPPS) to provide all Livingston Parish students and teachers with immediate access to the library’s digital resources and services through its new eCard program.
The new eCard grants students and teachers access to all eResources provided by the Library, ranging from Scholastic databases offering assistance to homework to resources offering downloadable eBooks, audiobooks and magazines. Additionally, students and teachers can visit their local branch to convert their eCard into a full-fledged library card that will allow them to check out physical items such as books, DVDs, video games, Learning Kits, and more.
Visit a branch of the Livingston Parish Library today and find a lot more than books. Stay in the know with the Library’s monthly newsletter.
