The following article was submitted by the Lester Public Library.
Lester Public Library recently upgraded the carpet, ran electrical thread for far more power accessibility, and purchased shelving on wheels so that staff can easily reconfigure spaces to accommodate programming in the library. These were all facets of what the library referred to as the “Magic Carpet Project.” The project also included the acquisition of a self-service tablet station.
The station is a new resource that’s designed to enhance patrons’ comfort, convenience and privacy as they work, study, learn or relax in the library. There are still 11 public PCs, but the tablets offer benefits you may like: No need to sit next to strangers; social distance to your heart’s content; and gain digital access in comfortable seating with a lake view, or at one of the spacious tables located throughout the library.
Find the self-service docking station next to the Help Desk. Simply scan your MCLS library card, enter your PIN, and the station automatically releases one of six tablets. Find a comfortable spot anywhere within the building for up to two hours’ use. Nearby Help Desk staff are ready to assist you.
Access what you need. Each tablet is pre-loaded with shortcuts to a wide range of digital content, from newspapers to eBooks, games and apps. Kids and parents will find highly-rated interactive educational apps like Endless Alphabet and Endless Numbers.
Use one of the study rooms to engage in Zoom meetings. Print from the device directly to the library’s printer with the new PrinterOn app. The tablets are available to help you conduct business on-the-go.
When you return the tablet to the station, all data and browsing history from your session is instantly deleted from the device. If a tablet leaves the building, it automatically shuts down and won’t restart until it’s returned to the library.
Keep the Lester Public Library and this new service in mind. It’s a convenient and comfortable way to access the digital content you need.
