New eReader? Borrow eBooks from the Library

New eReader?
Borrow eBooks from the Library

Did you get an eReader over the holiday? Download library books using Download Destination, the library's download service provided through OverDrive.

Compatible Devices

OverDrive titles can be enjoyed on a wide variety of devices including the popular Amazon Kindle and Kindle Fire, the Barnes & Noble Nook, Sony Reader, and Kobo. A complete list of compatible ebook readers is available at OverDrive.

Getting Started

With My Help! you'll be downloading eBooks in no time. Find step-by-step guides for downloading and installing required software, searching our catalog, item check out, downloading and enjoying your ebook. All you need to get started is a valid library card.

To get started, go to My Help!

1. Choose Read eBooks (see graphic below) from the graphic options.

My Help!

2. Choose your eReader device from the list of options.

My Help! devices

3. Click on the View My Help button.

My Help! view my help

Follow setup instructions for your device.

Downloading books to the iPad

The OverDrive Media Console app, which is optimized for iPads, is available in the App Store, and can be installed on Apple devices running iOS v4.0, or newer.

Other helpful links:

Nook Support

Kindle Help for LibraryBooks

Device Resource Center - OverDrive - FAQs

eBook Formats Explained

OverDrive Recommend Apps/Software

Support

OverDrive has a Digital Help webpage that covers many of the frequently asked questions about digital materials. You can also bring your device to the library and our staff will be happy to assist you.

Upgrading to a new eReader this year? Consider donating your used eReader to the library for a 2011 tax deduction!

Quick Links

American Red Cross
Blood Drive

Without willing donors, the American Red Cross could not meet the blood needs at southeastern Michigan hospitals. Continue giving after the holidays and sign up for an appointment.

Tuesday, January 3

1-7pm | McKune Room

To schedule an appointment, visit www.redcrossblood.org

and type in sponsor code "chelsealibrary".

Read these tips for a successful donation.

Winter Newsletter

This issue introduces our Strategic Plan. The library staff and the Library Board of Trustees have developed a vision for the library over the next five years. We invite you to take a look inside.

BYOB:
Bring Your Own Bag

Friends of Chelsea District Library Eco-Friendly Book Bag

Remember to bring your own reusable bag to the library. To save money and to reduce the use of plastic, we have stopped providing plastic bags.

If you forget to bring a bag, the Friends of Chelsea District Library have eco-friendly bags for sale. Purchase one bag for $9 or two bags for $15, available at the Check Out Desk.

Library Closings

Chelsea District Library's McKune House Winter

The library will be closed:

Saturday, December 31

In observance of New Year's Eve

Sunday, January 1

In observance of New Year's Day

About Us

The Chelsea District Library is nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide equal access to quality resources that serve the lifelong cultural, educational and informational needs and interests of all people.The Library currently serves 14,000 residents in the Chelsea district - City of Chelsea plus Dexter, Lima, Lyndon and Sylvan townships and more than 20,000 individuals visit the Library each month. The Library's state-of-the-art facility is an access point for information. In addition to providing dynamic services to complement and support local schools and other important community needs, the Chelsea District Library strives to present timely, interesting and high-quality programs and events to engage and enrich the Chelsea community.

Sincerely,

Anna Cangialosi, Marketing Coordinator
Chelsea District Library