Today, March 23rd, is Red Cross Giving Day 2022. Around the world, the organization’s distinctive red cross has come to symbolize aid and hope during times of disaster. Established over 100 years ago, the Red Cross is an impartial, independent, neutral organization whose mission is to alleviate human suffering. Given the current Russia-Ukraine conflict, we…
Beginning November 1, we will be streamlining our digital magazine services. Our magazine subscriptions will continue to be available through both PressReader and Flipster while access via OverDrive/Libby will be ending. Several titles previously available in OverDrive will move to Flipster, although not all titles will be available for us to purchase. Why We Are…
Head of Children's Services Melissa Phillips is here to get you excited about summer reading! Get info on how to sign up, all the fun activities to participate in, and of course the prizes. Why wait? SIGN UP NOW!…
We know this winter is shaping up to be...weird. But there's SNOW better time to be a part of Cook Memorial Public Library District! From apps and ebooks to virtual programs and workshops, we're here to help you make the best of this most unexpected season. Follow us on social media to see all the…
What is Zoom? Zoom is a video conferencing software that can be used on your internet browser or in the Zoom app that's downloadable through their website. This software has become an incredibly useful tool, especially in the time of social-distancing, for companies (and individuals alike) to keep in contact. With this app, one can…
This post was co-written with Nate Gass As we shelter in place and wonder what comes next, emotions are running high. People have a real sense of fear; fear for their livelihoods, their health, and what life looks like moving forward. We are collectively drained and perhaps our guards are down which tends to be…
Are you bored yet? Are you ashamed to admit you've read so much you just can't read another word? Give your eyes a break and get creative with our online resource CreativeBug to find crafty and how-to videos for free. Get started by clicking on the Research tab on Cook LIbrary's website. Find CreativeBug in…
Looking for enriching and educational content to share with your child during the current school closures? Below is a list of some of our favorite online resources to assist during this time. Have we missed a favorite of yours? Please share in the comments! For resources for children ages birth-5 years, read our post here. Looking for an…
The library has many resources that you can use with your Cook Memorial Public Library card even when the library is closed. You can find those resources on our eLibrary page and our Research page. If you want ebooks or eaudiobooks, check out OverDrive (download the Libby app from OverDrive to use on your tablet…
Library Director David Archer returns for one last episode about wrapping up the Aspen Drive Library expansion project. Construction is complete and the library is open for business! We hope you will join us for the Saturday, November 23rd Grand Opening Celebration. Dave talks about response from the community so far, what it feels like…
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