Herrick Library: Rounding out the top 25 resources

Sara DeVries
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This week we round out our three-part series highlighting 25 library resources that might be new to you. Celebrate 25 years of Herrick District Library by enjoying these and other library resources at either library location or at herrickdl.org.

Sara DeVries.
Sara DeVries.

17. Mango Languages - Learn one of 70+ languages including ESL and Pirate, free, with your library card! Read the review from PC Magazine or check it out for yourself.

18. Mobile hotspots - take WIFI with you on the go by checking out one of our mobile hotspots. These go fast so we suggest placing them on hold as they are rarely available on-demand in the building.

19. Morningstar - Find financial reviews and analysis on mutual funds and more available free with Morningstar. Check out these tips on how to best use the resource.

20. Pick Up Materials Curbside – initially a response to Covid concerns, curbside pickup is a new service that is now here to stay at both the Main Library and the North Branch. Pull up to a designated spot, call the number on the sign, and we will bring your holds to you.

21. Press Reader - Check out thousands of digital newspapers in an easy-to-read page view format in a browser or download the PressReader app.

22. Recording Equipment - Want to start a podcast, record your story, or interview a family member for posterity? Visit Groundworks and learn to use their recording equipment.

23. Small Engine Repair Reference Center - Lawn mower or snow blower got you down? Find detailed, user-friendly repair guides for a wide range of small engines in this free online resource.

24. Tumblebooks - eBooks for kids with animation, narration, and are read-aloud enabled. Available in English or Spanish. Each story comes with puzzles and games to support reading comprehension.

25. Tumblemath - Math themed eBooks for kids with animation, narration, and are read-aloud enabled. Each story comes with illustrated online quizzes and lesson plans to support math skills.

Your library has much more to offer than we could cover with the number 25. Explore the offerings at herrickdl.org or stop by either library location to learn more. HDL staff members love matching library materials and services to each person’s unique interests.

This article originally appeared on The Holland Sentinel: Herrick Library: Rounding out the top 25 resources