Barry Crowell has lost much of his vision through age-related macular degeneration (AMD), but he has gained a love of reading through Western Counties Regional Library’s Playaways.
Playaways rekindle love of reading
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Continuous Book Sales
Find that special book to read or gift of reading to give at continuous book sales at our Barrington, Clark’s Harbour, Digby, Shelburne, Weymouth and Yarmouth branch libraries.
Puzzle Exchanges
We have puzzle exchanges during open hours at our Clark’s Harbour, Clare, Digby, Lockeport, and Pubnico branch libraries.
People can receive text notifications from library
Western Counties Regional Library is making it easier for people to know when their book or movie is ready for pick up from their nearest library branch. Through its Same Page catalogue as of Nov. 21, library users can receive text/SMS alerts straight to their mobile device.
Latest technology arrives for those with print disabilities
Western Counties Regional Library has acquired the latest reader technology, providing better support and services for those with print disabilities. As of Tuesday, July 26, the Victor Stratus DAISY readers can be borrowed by any library user who self-identifies as having a print disability. DAISY readers will read a variety of formats such as .txt, ePub, .html, Mp3 and DAISY.
Library card is an important part of a student’s school kit
Western Counties Regional Library reminds students that a library card is an important back-to-school item.
Libraries Get on the Same Page to Provide a Better Borrowing Experience
Library users in Digby, Shelburne and Yarmouth counties should notice a big difference in how they access their public library. A consortium of eight of the nine regional libraries have created a new online service called “Same Page”. Same Page provides access to...
Library’s rebranding journey begins
On Monday, Jan. 17, Western Counties Regional Library launched a new look and website, part of a rebranding process after nearly 50 years with the same look. District Design Co. is the creative team for the rebrand, and RockFort Media designed the new accessible...
Self-checkout machines arrive at six library branches
Shannon Raynard, Training and Development Manager for Western Counties Regional Library, demonstrates the self-checkout machine being set up in six library branches. Western Counties Regional Library’s new self-checkout machines are in service at library branches in...
How to Connect with Zoom
What is Zoom? Zoom is video conferencing software that allows you to see other participants and have conversations in real time from your computer, smartphone, or tablet. Zoom makes it easy to connect with others from the comfort of your own space. You...