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The Library will be Closed on
Monday, May 30th 2022 in Observance of Memorial Day
Please note our new number (561) 584-8350
- Electronic Catalog / Log in to Library Account
- Book Discussions
- Mango Languages
- Digital Resources - eBooks, eMagazines, other eResources
- Library Board
- Library Cards
- Photo Gallery
- Programs & Services(Register online for programs)
- Friends of the Library
- Community Resources (Links to Reemployment assistance, Job searching, Resume writing assistance with Tutor.com)
- Tutor.com
- HOOPLA.com (NEW!)
- NewsBank- America's Newspapers (NEW!) - Includes current edition access to the Palm Beach Post, Miami Herald, Sun Sentinel, Delray Sun, Palm Beach Daily News, and Boca Time.
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The village of Palm Springs Awards
Joseph L. Fallon Scholarship 2022
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Author Visit: Mary Simses
Event held May 12th, 2022 at 1:00pm
Last Thursday the Village of Palm Springs Public Library hosted an Author Visit and Mayor Bev Smith welcomed Mary Simses who was very inspirational and talked about the books she wrote: The irresistible Blueberry Bakeshop & Cafê, the rules of love and grammar, and the Wedding Thief. And of course about the adapted Hallmark Movie renamed The irresistible blueberry farm. Everyone who participated enjoyed the event and hope to welcome her again!
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Bookmark Contest WinnersVillage of Palm Springs hosted its Annual Bookmark Contest on April 26th, 2022 with 26 contest recipient's from our local schools. This years' theme was "Ocean's of Possibilities" students created such beautiful artwork. Mayor Bev Smith was part of this ceremony presenting the students with their awards. This tradition has been going on at Palm Springs Public Library for over 30 years our local schools and families really love this contest.
Congratulations to:
Kindergarten First Place: Yua Paul - Palm Springs Elementary School
Kindergarten Second Place: Jorissa Gaspard - St. Luke Catholic School
Kindergarten Third Place: Mayra Gautam - C.O. Taylor Elementary School
First Grade First Place: Joseph Osorio - C.O. Taylor Elementary School
First Grade Second Place: Dylan Rosales - C.O. Taylor Elementary School
First Grade Third Place: Anthony Molina - C.O. Taylor Elementary School
Second Grade First Place: Alessandra Velasques - St. Luke Catholic School
Second Grade Second Place: Ashley Sanchez - C.O. Taylor Elementary School
Second Grade Third Place: Christian Brunach - C.O. Taylor Elementary School
Third Grade First Place: Diana Valiente - Palm Springs Elementary School
Third Grade Second Place: Aneeva Luxie Estinfort Jerome -Palm Springs Elementary School
Third Grade Third Place: Zya Newby C.O. Taylor Elementary School
Fourth Grade First Place: Sophie Estrada - St. Luke Catholic School
Fourth Grade Second Place: Sophie Arcila - St. Luke Catholic School
Fourth Grade Third Place: Loraine Machin - C.O. Taylor Elementary School
Fifth Grade First Place: Mia Aguirre Caceres - C.O. Taylor Elementary School
Fifth Grade Second Place: Nataly Avellaneda - Palm Springs Elementary School
Fifth Grade Third Place: Lilian Villeda - C.O. Taylor Elementary School
Sixth Grade First Place: Lorelei Crockenberg - Palm Springs Middle School
Sixth Grade Second Place: Kristin Aleskevsky - Duncan Middle School School
Sixth Grade Third Place: Mason Warren - Palm Springs Middle School
Seventh Grade First Place: Juana Guatemala Analco - Palm Springs Middle School
Seventh Grade Second Place: Jeleny Juarez - Palm Springs Middle School
Seventh Grade Third Place: Rosy Salinas Cosas - Palm Springs Middle School
Eight Grade Winner: Keilah Torres - Palm Springs Middle School
Seventh Grade Grand Prize Winner: Janesse Lopez - Palm Springs Middle School
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FREE ACCESS TO NEWSPAPERS
WITH YOUR LIBRARY CARD
NewsBank - America's Newspapers includes current and archival editions from hundreds of newspapers nation wide. The Palm Beach Post includes the current daily edition FREE for you online. Search a single issue or the text version from 1989 to current. Select the links above, enter your library card number and you have immediate access to local, state and national news.
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Palm Spring Public Library WINS
Read for the Record 2021 for
Mid-Size Municipality!
The Literacy Coalition of Palm Beach County awarded the Village the “Read for the Record Palm Beach County 2021 - Mid-Size Municipality” award! This year staff worked extra hard to increase awareness about the importance of early literacy and it payed off. Staff read in person and the engaging video was a hit! Palm Springs Staff was very excited and proud that our video brought so much joy and thrill to so many people. Kristen Calder, CEO of the Literacy Coalition of Palm Beach County presented the award to Mayor Bev Smith, Village Manager Kim Glas-Castro, Councilmember Pattie Waller, Vice Mayor Gary Ready and Library Director Jossie Maliska.
Click on the link below to watch our Read for the Record 2021 video.
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HOOPLA.COM (NEW!!)
What is Hoopla Digital?
Hoopla Digital is a digital streaming service for library users to access eBooks, eAudiobooks, music, movies, and TV shows using portable devices like smartphones and tablets. Click the GET STARTED TODAY button to register for your free account. Once registered with Hoopla, each card holder will be able to check out six (6) items per month.
What do I need?
- Tablet, smartphone, computer, or TV with streaming capabilities
- Email address and password
- Library card number (only needed one time in the registration process)
- Hoopla Digital app or updated browser software (e.g. Chrome, Firefox, IE, Safari, etc.)
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HOOPLA.COM (¡NUEVO!)
¿Qué es Hoopla Digital?
Hoopla Digital es un servicio de transmisión digital para los usuarios de nuestra biblioteca para que puedan acceder a libros electrónicos, audiolibros electrónicos, música, películas y programas de televisión usando dispositivos portátiles como teléfonos inteligentes y tabletas. Haga clic en el botón GET STARTED TODAY para conseguir una cuenta gratuita. Una vez registrado en Hoopla, cada titular de la tarjeta podrá retirar seis (6) artículos por mes.
¿Qué se necesita?
- Tableta, teléfono inteligente, computadora o TV con capacidad de transmisión
- Dirección de correo electrónico y contraseña
- Número de tarjeta de la biblioteca (sólo se necesita una vez en el proceso de registro)
- La aplicación Hoopla Digital o software de navegador actualizado (por ejemplo, Chrome, Firefox, IE, Safari, etc.)
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TUTOR.COM (NEW!!)
Tutor.com combines online tutoring, homework help, test preparation, and career support with a variety of self-study resources to provide a well-balanced and flexible educational environment designed to meet the individual needs of learners of all ages. Learn more - An introduction for patrons from Youtube (3:50 min.)
- Support in over 95 subjects and test prep areas
- One-to-one, on-demand homework help & tutoring
- The Princeton Review SAT/ACT Essentials test prep
- Self-study tools such as practice quizzes and flashcards
- Fully vetted educational and job search resources
- Tutors available in English and Spanish from 3:00 pm to 10:00 pm
- All you need is your Palm Springs Public Library card's barcode number
- App is available for iPhone and Android devices
In using TUTOR.com all users agree to the following:
Customer, including its users, will not (i) attempt to gain unauthorized access to the services or the Online Classroom or use or access the services or the Online Classroom in a way intended to avoid fees, (ii) interfere with or disrupt the services or the Online Classroom or (iii) upload to or distribute through the Online Classroom any viruses, Trojan horses, worms, or other similar programs.
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TUTOR.COM (¡NUEVO!)
Tutor.com combina tutoría en línea, ayuda con las tareas, preparación para exámenes y apoyo profesional con una variedad de recursos de autoaprendizaje para proporcionar un entorno educativo equilibrado y flexible diseñado para satisfacer las necesidades individuales de los estudiantes de todas las edades. Más información: An introduction for patrons from Youtube (3:50 min.)
- Ayuda en más de 95 temas y áreas de preparación para exámenes
- Ayuda con la tarea bajo demanda y tutoría individualizada
- Preparación para exámenes con The Princeton Review SAT/ACT Essentials
- Herramientas de autoaprendizaje como pruebas de práctica y tarjetas didácticas
- Recursos aprobados de aprendizaje y búsqueda de empleos
- Tutores disponibles en inglés y español de 3:00 p.m. a 10:00 p.m.
- Lo único que se necesita es el número de código de barras de la tarjeta de la Biblioteca Pública de Palm Springs
- La aplicación está disponible para dispositivos iPhone y Android
El Cliente, incluidos sus usuarios, no (i) intentará obtener acceso no autorizado a los servicios o el aula en línea ni utilizará o accederá a los servicios o al aula en línea de una manera que tenga la intención de evitar tarifas, (ii) interferirá o interrumpirá los servicios o el aula en línea ni (iii) cargará o distribuirá a través del aula en línea cualquier virus, caballo de Troya, gusano u otros programas similares.
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Curbside Checkout: Place your desired items on hold at KOHA online catalog or call the library at (561) 584-8350. Library staff will call you when your item(s) are available.
You will need your Palm Springs Library card and pin (last four digits of your phone number) to put the item on hold. If you do not have a library card, you can apply for one online here.
During your appointment, your labeled bag will be outside: First 3 letters of last name and last 4 digits of your phone number.
¿NECESITA LIBROS O PELÍCULAS?
¡Se ofrece servicio de recogida en la acera!
Visite la páginade la biblioteca en vpsfl.org y haga clic en KOHA ONLINE CATALOG, o llame a la biblioteca al 561-584-8350 para reservar sus artículos. Le llamaremos cuando sus artículos estén listos para ser recogidos. Los libros electrónicos y los audiolibros electrónicos también están disponibles para descargar en línea.
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E-BOOKS, E-AUDIOBOOKS, DIGITAL MAGAZINES, E-RESOURCES
We have many wonderful virtual options to use the library! Have you checked out our NEW online book platform, CloudLibrary? Download the app on your device.
We also provide Overdrive ebooks, Mango language learning and research through Florida Electronic Library.
RBDigital - DIGITAL MAGAZINES & E-AUDIOBOOKS
Online magazines and audiobooks through RB Digital! Click on the register link and input your information. Select Palm Springs Public Library and input your library card number.
SEE OUR FREE ONLINE EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES. E
- Educational e-Resources PRESCHOOL AGE to Elementary School
- Educational e-Resources 6th grade,
- HIGH SCHOOL AND ADULTS
- Educational e-Resources Parents’ Guides
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Community Resources
For information about COVID-19: http://palmbeach.floridahealth.gov/
If you think you have any symptoms, you can call: 24 hour 7 days a week call center: 1 (866) 779-6121 or email: COVID-19@flhealth.gov
If you live in Palm Beach County, you can call: (561) 671-4184.
For information from the School District: palmbeachschools.org/coronavirus
Vision: Changing Lives Through Empowerment
Mission: The Palm Springs Public Library provides an enjoyable environment for our local community through service, creativity, and technology innovation.
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