NWRLS Library Locations with Curbside Pick-up as of April 3rd:
Place library items on hold through the library catalog on www.nwrls.com.
Login with your library card number and pin.
When your holds are ready, you will be emailed or called by phone.
Once you arrive in the library parking lot for
pick-up, call the library.
Phone numbers below.
We will bring your books/DVDs to your vehicle! If you have any questions, call Bay County Public Library at 850-522-2100.
Headquarters:
Bay County Public Library
850-522-2100
Panama City Beach
850-233-5055
Corinne Costin
Gibson Memorial Library
Port St. Joe
850-229-8879
Charles Whitehead
Public Library
Wewahitchka
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Newly Added eBooks and Audiobooks
You can check out e-books and downloadable audiobooks for free from your library.
There are thousands of titles in the NWRLS Overdrive and Libby Catalog. All you need is your library card number and PIN.
Forgot your PIN? Just give us a call at 850-522-2100 and we'll set one up for you.
Click on book cover to take you to the catalog.
Look Both Ways
by Jason Reynolds
From National Book Award finalist and #1 New York Times bestselling author Jason Reynolds comes a novel told in ten blocks, showing all the different directions kids' walks home can take.
Long Range
by C. J. Box
Wyoming game warden Joe Pickett must investigate an attempted murder-a crime committed from a confoundingly long distance-in the riveting new novel from #1 New York Times bestselling author C. J. Box.
Blood of Elves
by Andrzej Sapkowski
The Witcher, Geralt of Rivia, becomes the guardian of Ciri, surviving heiress of a bloody revolution and prophesied savior of the world, in the first novel of the New York Times bestselling series that inspired the Netflix series and the blockbuster video games.
Never Tell
by Lisa Gardner
#1 New York Times bestseller Lisa Gardner returns with an unpredictable thriller that puts fan favorites D.D. Warren and Flora Dane on a shocking new case that begins with a vicious murder and gets darker from there.
The Museum of Desire
by Jonathan Kellerman
Psychologist Alex Delaware and detective Milo Sturgis struggle to make sense of a seemingly inexplicable massacre in this electrifying psychological thriller from the #1 New York Times bestselling master of suspense.
The Bad Seed
by Jory John
This is a book about a bad seed. A baaaaaaaaad seed. How bad? Do you really want to know?
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In response to COVID-19, Northwest Regional Library System locations have closed to the public.
There will not be any library programs and storytimes through April. This may be suspended further if needed.
At this time, several branches are offering Curbside Pick-up for items placed on hold. Follow our website at
www.nwrls.com or Facebook pages for the most up-to-date information on which branches are doing Curbside Pick-up and revised location hours.
Here are some online resources and classes that you can access from home with your library card for FREE! If you can't remember your library card pin or have any other questions, give us a call at 850-522-2100.
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Libby and Overdrive eBooks and Audiobooks
You will need your pin number in addition to your library card.
Register with your library or Northwest Regional Library System.
You can check out 5 eBooks or Audiobooks at a time for 3 weeks. There are Children's, Young Adult, and Adult titles. Visit
www.nwrls.com or
https://nwrls.overdrive.com/ to get started.
How to Return eBooks Early
If you finish a title within that time, you can return eBooks and
eAudiobooks early. This allows you to check out more titles!
Libby App
When logged into your Libby account, select "Shelf" to look at your loans. Each item will show "Manage Loan" with a square icon next to it. Click the square to see your item loan information. Click on "Return Early" and then select the "Return" Button.
Overdrive App
Select the book icon on the top right side to see loans or go to Loans under "My Account". Select return under the item image. Click the "Return Title" button when the return confirmation pops up.
Amazon Kindle
Login to your Amazon account. Select the 'Accounts and Lists' on the top right side. Click on "Manage Your Content and Devices". Each item has an Action box next to it which looks like a square box with 3 dots in it. Click to pull up an Action Menu. Click on "Return this book." Select "Yes" when the return confirmation pops up.
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RB Digital eBooks and Audiobooks
You can create your account with your library card number. This
account would also include access to ArtistWorks and Transparent
Languages. You can check out 5 eBooks and Audiobooks at a
time. There are Children's, Young Adult, and Adult titles. Visit
www.nwrls.com or
https://nwrls.rbdigital.com/ to get started. RB Digital can be accessed online from your computer or through a downloaded app.
You can select how long you would like to check out an item for up to 21 days. Once you check out a title, it can be easily returned when you are in the RB Digital app. Visit the drop down menu in top left corner. Select Checked Out. And click on the x in the top corner of the items image OR you can click on the image of the item. Select the return button. Select 'OK' when the Return Confirmation pops up.
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ArtistWorks for Libraries
ArtistWorks for Libraries is located under the Education section in the RB Digital. Free online music
lessons from beginner to advanced levels
. Lessons are taught by some of the world's
most sought-after musicians. Lesson study materials are provided.
Instruments include ukulele, guitar, piano, clarinet, trumpet, vocals, and
more!
ArtistWorks is sponsored by the Ukulele Orchestra of St. Andrews Gift of Music.
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Transparent Language & KidSpeak
Transparent Language Online is located under the Education section in the RB Digital. Transparent Languages includes lessons in over 100 languages, including English as a Second Language courses. KidSpeak provides interactive language classes for kids with games and puzzles to encourage learning a new language!
Transparent Language Online is provided by Panhandle Library Access Network.
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Universal Class
Access 500 online courses with the option to take the class for fun or for a continuing education certificate. Classes include Cooking, Meditation, Painting, Professional Development, Microsoft Courses and more!
Universal Class is provided by Panhandle Library Access Network.
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Additional Online Resources
Tumble Books
Children's eBooks, games and Read Alongs for grades K - 6.
Harper Kids
Storytime
Storytime Read Alouds, DIY activities, and more from Harper Kids publishing!
Audible Stories
Audible has stories to stream for free as long as kids are home from school. There are stories for kids, tween, teen, and fans of literary classics. Stories are available in English, French, Spanish, German, Italian and Japanese!
Storytime from Space
Astronauts on the Space Station read stories and conduct science experiments for the children of Earth!
Storyline Online
The SAG-AFTRA Foundation's award-winning children's literacy website, Storyline Online, streams videos featuring celebrated actors reading children's books alongside creatively produced illustrations.
Scholastic Learn at Home
Day-by-day projects to keep kids reading, thinking, and growing.
Lunch Doodles with Mo Willems
A series of lunch doodles with the author of Don't Let the Pidgeon Drive the Bus as the Kennedy Center Education Artist-in-Residence at Home!
Tumble Math
Math lessons for grades K - 6.
Teen Book Cloud
Audiobooks, eBooks and Graphic Novels for teens grade 7 - 12.
Florida Electronic Library
The Florida Electronic Library is your source for homework help, teacher resources, Medline Plus, Florida Small Business help, Florida Memory, and more!
Smithsonian Distance Learning
Smithsonian Learning Lab provides access to millions of digital resources from across the Smithsonian museums and research centers. There are lessons and activities for all grade levels!
A large collection of Audiobooks for all ages!
Explore art museums, history, and travel destinations online through Google Arts and Culture!
Georgia Aquarium
Visit the aquarium through animal cams, download lesson plans, and learn all about the animals in their facilities!
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