Live-brary Launches in Suffolk County

Līve-brary.com, the new digital branch of the public libraries of Suffolk County, officially launches on September 21 when library communities host Go Live with Your Library. 

Līve-brary.com is an Internet site dedicated to the free online resources available to Suffolk County library cardholders. 

"We've seen a surge in the circulation of our downloadable entertainment," said Huntington Public Library Director Debra Engelhardt.  "And as the cost of eReaders has come down and the selection of eBooks has gone up, summer vacationers made great use of this free resource and more are discovering the benefits and ease of access every day."

Visitors to Līve-brary.com will be able to enter the barcode from their library card to freely explore:

• A vast selection of entertainment:  music, movies, audiobooks and e-books available for free download to personal computers, MP3 players, and eReaders;
• Live tutoring assistance for students grades K-12;
• Help with GED tests and writing papers;
• Career support and guidance;
• Research support through live chat with librarians;
• Information and videos featuring local libraries, latest offerings (with reviews and comments), and upcoming specials;
• Links to Līve-brary.com social media sites;

In time for the school year, information will also be available to parents and students on the advantages to accessing secure, free study advice from certified teachers online through Līve-brary.com.  There is also study and test prep assistance available to college students as well as services for adult learners.