AC Library Key Services
Library Cards
If you don’t already have a library card, they are free and open to everyone. There are 2 ways to get a card:
- Get a library card through the mail by following the directions here.
- If you don’t want to wait for a physical card to arrive home, you could get an ecard, put books on hold, and we will then give you a welcome card (limit 15 items per card) included along with your holds when you come pick them up. You can convert that welcome card to a full library card, whenever you want, by following the steps here.
See our full FAQs for questions about your library cards and ecards. Under “What can I do with a Library card” you will find out about all the services we offer, including online tutoring, streaming movies, and more!
Requesting Materials
We have a video tutorial for setting up your account to request books. Please scroll all the way down and click “continue” to be guided through the tutorial. After searching for any materials you want in our catalog, you can click “Place a Hold” and log in with your card to request them.
No Contact Materials Pick Up
You can request, pick up, and return items through our No Contact Service with your library card. Please know that you can also request a bundle of children’s books to pick up along with your holds.
Online Events
You can sign up for an online program by selecting any program and clicking “Register.” You’ll be sent a Zoom link for each program.
We invite you all to our weekly storytimes (available in English, Spanish and Mandarin) and all other programs for families. A full list of our upcoming storytimes
You can also search all of our virtual events by going to www.aclibrary.org -> Virtual Events
Launchpad Tablets
We are offering Launchpad Tablets with educational games for checkout. These are for PreK through Grades 5+ with different subjects like reading skills, math, critical thinking, language art, life skills. Look through the Launchpads to find the right level and subjects of interest. Each tablet comes preloaded with games.
ReadyRosie
ReadyRosie is a resource for parents/families of children aged 0-6; it features short video content for turning daily activities into learning opportunities. Register to receive weekly messages via email or text (in both English and Spanish) with fun, educational activity ideas and tips. Creating an account also gives you access to a database of activities searchable by age and skill. To access this resource click on “ReadyRose” and enter your library card.
Brainfuse Tutoring:
Free tutoring for students of all ages (K-college). Expert online tutoring in math, science, social studies, writing, and English. Every day 1 p.m. – 10 p.m. Adult learners can find resume builders, career help, and citizenship preparation. English/Spanish. You can access with your library card here; just scroll down and select “Brainfuse HelpNow.” For job seekers and veterans, select “Brainfuse JobNow & VetNow.”
See all the Homework Help resources here. You can see all resources for Families including booklists, featured services, and online resources at AC Library’s Families page.
BookMatch
If you would like custom library recommendations for any subject/reader, please fill out a quick BookMatch survey to receive a list of books in our catalog.
Contact Us
Finally, if you have any questions or need any help with any of these resources, please call your local library. You can also use Live Chat, a live, text helpline (only available Monday-Saturday 10am-5pm): www.aclibrary.org -> Quick Finds -> Live Chat.
