Akron-Summit County Public Library to Host Digital Bookmobile National Tour Event, Share Ebook Download Experience
Free digital titles with just a library card and an Internet-connected computer, smart phone, or tablet at technology playground for adults
The Digital Bookmobile National Tour (www.digitalbookmobile.com) will showcase the free eBook download service from Akron-Summit County Public Library at Main Library, 60 S. High St., Wednesday, August 3 from 10 am – 4 pm. At these free events, readers all ages will learn how to download ebooks from the library through interactive demonstrations and high-definition instructional videos. A gadget gallery—featuring an iPod touch, Android tablet, NOOK, Sony Reader, BlackBerry, Windows Phone, and more—will help visitors discover portable devices that are compatible with the library’s download service.
Akron-Summit County Public Library card holders can also check out and download digital titles anytime, anywhere by visiting www.akronlibrary.org/emedia/digitalmedia.html
“We are excited to host the Digital Bookmobile,” said Library Director David Jennings. “It is another opportunity to engage with our community and to promote reading.”
The Digital Bookmobile is housed inside an 18-wheel tractor-trailer. This 74-foot community outreach vehicle is a high-tech update of the traditional bookmobile that has served communities for decades. The vehicle is equipped with broadband Internet-connected PCs, high definition monitors, premium sound systems, and a variety of portable media players, all of which help visitors explore Akron-Summit County Public Library’s download service. Interactive learning stations give visitors an opportunity to search the library’s digital media collection, use supported mobile devices, and sample eBooks, audiobooks, music, and video.
Customers can take advantage of the download service 24/7 when they visit the library’s website. From there, they can browse the growing collection of bestselling, new release, and classic titles, and check out a digital title with a valid library card. Once downloaded, digital titles can be enjoyed on a computer or transferred to supported mobile devices. Many audio titles can also be burned to audio CD. At the end of the lending period, titles will automatically expire and are returned to the digital collection. There are never late fees or damaged items.
“The Digital Bookmobile visit will be a technology petting zoo for adults,” said Information Technology Director Ann Hutchison. “We look forward to sharing our new library services with the public.”
The Digital Bookmobile is a service of Akron-Summit County Public Library and is operated by OverDrive, Inc. To check out and download digital books and more, visit www.akronlibrary.org/emedia/digitalmedia.html.
About Akron-Summit County Public Library
Comprised of Main Library, 17 branch libraries and mobile services, the Akron-Summit County Public Library provides resources for learning and leisure, information services, meeting spaces, and programs for all ages that support, improve, and enrich individual, family, and community life.
