Events

Digital Bookmobile National Tour

    Digital Bookmobile National Tour

  • Start Date: 09/21/2009
  • Start Time: 10:00:00 AM
  • Finish Time: 04:00:00 PM
  • Location: Cranston Public Library: Central
  • Short Description

    Digital Bookmobile National Tour

    Contact: Ed Garcia 401-943-9080 ext.6
    Cranston Public Library and Ocean State Libraries will host the Digital Bookmobile, an immersive download experience inside a 74-foot, high-tech tractor-trailer.

    Readers of all ages are invited to engage digital downloading through interactive demonstrations and experience the library’s audiobook, eBook, music, and video download service at this free event.

    The Digital Bookmobile is housed inside an 18-wheel tractor-trailer. This 74-foot community outreach vehicle is a high-tech update of the traditional bookmobile that has served communities for decades. The vehicle is equipped with broadband Internet-connected PCs, high definition monitors, premium sound systems, and a variety of portable media players, all of which help visitors explore the library’s download service. Interactive learning stations give visitors an opportunity to search the library’s digital media collection, use supported mobile devices, and sample eBooks, audiobooks, music, and video.

    Come and learn about digital media and the latest gadgets and technology. There will be a raffle and other fun stuff!

    All Ages are welcome. Registration is not required. The Digital Bookmobile is handicap accessible and will be parked in the upper parking lot of Cranston Public Library for this event.

    The Digital Bookmobile is a service of Ocean State Libraries and the Cranston Public Library. The Digital Bookmobile is operated by OverDrive, Inc.

    Location: Central Library

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