Our e-Library offers many ways to enjoy titles and artists right from your device! Please note that many of the services provided are for Poughkeepsie Public Library District card holders only. Don’t have a Poughkeepsie Library Card? Find out how you can get one here.
DaybyDayNY – Provides new fun reading activities daily! Stream from your internet connected device. Available to all.
eReference Books – Covering biography, business, history, medicine, nations of the world, science, and more! Great for research and curiosity!
hoopla digital – Allows Poughkeepsie Library District card holders to check out eight items every month, including movies, music, e-books, audio books, and comics. Stream from your internet connected device, or Roku, Chromecast, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV. You may download titles using the Hoopla app for offline enjoyment later.
Novelist K-8 – Use this site to find the next great book to read for children from birth to teen. Available to all. Funded by the Library District.
Libby, by OverDrive – Borrow ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines to read on your phone or tablet using the Libby app by OverDrive. You can even send and read your borrowed ebooks to your Kindle ereader (U.S. only)! It’s free and easy to get started for new users and a streamlined experience for current OverDrive app users. Visit Libby Help. Available to all Mid-Hudson Library patrons.
RBdigital – Access this collection of classic audiobooks available to stream from your internet connected device. Available to all Mid-Hudson Library patrons. View this first-time user guide here.
TumbleBooks – Access animated, talking picture books which teach kids the joy of reading in a format they’ll love. Stream from your laptop, desktop or other internet connected device. Available to all Mid-Hudson Library patrons.
RBdigital Unlimited Comics – Poughkeepsie Public Library card holders will find something to love in this collection – from Disney Comics’ beloved characters and stories such as Frozen, Lion King, Star Wars and Mickey Mouse, to Marvel Comics’ Captain Marvel, Spiderman, and The Avengers, to other publisher brand favorites, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Transformers, Hellboy, My Little Pony, Peabody and Sherman. View this first-time user guide here. Access comics and graphic novels on your internet connected device.
RBdigital Magazines – Poughkeepsie Public Library card holders can access the world’s largest newsstand, featuring full-color digital magazines available anytime, anywhere! Collection features both new and backlist titles with no holds, no checkout periods, and no limits. Stream from your laptop, desktop, or mobile device. View this first-time user guide here.
Acorn TV – Allows Poughkeepsie Library District card holders access to world-class mysteries, dramas, and comedies from Britain and beyond for library patrons through a streaming video service to any web-connected device. Stream from your laptop, desktop or other supported device. View this first-time user guide here.
Creativebug – Poughkeepsie Public LIbrary card holders can access online instructional videos that teach you how to paint, knit, sew, crochet, screen print and other creative skills, and is perfect for the beginner as well as advanced crafters! To access you must create an account using your email, password, and Library Card number. Stream from your internet connected device. No app available.
Great Courses – Allows Poughkeepsie Library District card holders access to in depth courses taught by the world’s most renowned experts. Over 500 expertly-produced courses covering history, science, economics, professional development, languages, health, travel, photography and more! Stream from any internet connected device. View this first-time user guide here.
hoopla digital – Allows Poughkeepsie Library District card holders to check out eight items every month, including movies, music, e-books, audio books, and comics. Stream from your internet connected device, or Roku, Chromecast, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV. You may download titles using the Hoopla app for offline enjoyment later.
IndieFlix – Allows Poughkeepsie Library District card holders access to watch thousands of titles. Anywhere, anytime. Stream award winning comedies, documentaries, drama, animation, shorts, classic TV and more. Stream from your internet connected device. View this first-time user guide here.
Kanopy – Allows Poughkeepsie Library District card holders access to over 30,000 films entirely free! Stream from your internet connected device.
Method Test Prep – Allows Poughkeepsie Public Library District card holders access to ACT and SAT prep programs help students raise their ACT scores an average of three points and their SAT scores an average of 150 points. Diagnostic evaluations, lessons, quizzes, and full-length exams help students strategically navigate the SAT and ACT by focusing on both content and test-taking techniques. Students also build their fundamental reading comprehension, grammar, and math skills. Stream from your internet connected device. View this first-time user guide here.
Pongalo – Allows Poughkeepsie Library District card holders access to Spanish-language telenovelas and translated movies on-demand. Stream to internet connected devices. View this first-time user guide here.
Qello – Allows Poughkeepsie Library District card holders to stream the greatest concert video moments in Classic Rock, Pop, Alternative, Blues, Metal, Country and more! Stream from your laptop, desktop or other supported device. View this first-time user guide here.
ScienceFlix – Poughkeepsie Public Library card holders can access science topics, acquire scientific knowledge, and build a lasting interest in science, technology, and engineering. Curriculum-driven leveled content is integrated with interactive features and intuitive navigation in this highly engaging mobile-ready science resource. Stream from your internet connected device.
Universal Class brings libraries lifelong learning courses in over 30 subject areas, many of which offer continuing education units (CEUs). More than 500 courses are available, and all are designed and led by professional instructors to build deeper understanding and mastery of subject matter. Universal Class includes videos, assignments, quizzes, tests, and options for social media interaction with other learners. You can take multiple classes and learn at your own pace.
hoopla digital – Allows Poughkeepsie Library District card holders to check out eight items every month, including movies, music, e-books, audio books, and comics. Stream from your internet connected device, or Roku, Chromecast, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV. You may download titles using the Hoopla app for offline enjoyment later.
Freegal – This music service allows Poughkeepsie Library District card holders access to about 13 million songs, including Sony Music’s catalog of legendary artists, and over 40,000 music videos. You will need your library card number and PIN. Stream from your internet device.
You can now register for Poughkeepsie Public Library District eLibrary Card online!
Please note if you already have a Poughkeepsie Public Library Card, you do not need to apply for an eLibrary Card – you are all set – use the card you have!
This Library Card will give you access to all of our eLibrary offerings. To borrow physical materials, like books, audiobooks, DVDs, or any of the other 3 million items available through the Mid-Hudson Library System, you must visit either Adriance Memorial Library or the Boardman Road Branch Library and present valid photo identification along with an envelope (recently postmarked) with your current address, such as a utility bill.