All AARP Defensive Driving classes are formed from a waiting list.  Eligible drivers may sign up for future classes at the Information Desk.  We will contact you regarding dates and times of upcoming classes. The current wait time for an Oceanside School District resident is approximately 3-4 months.  Classes cost $12 for AARP members (if possible, please have your AARP number available when signing up) and $14 for non-members.  You may also call the Information Desk to be placed on the waiting list at 766-2360, option 4.

 

Computers are available in the Adult Department to any patrons in grade 7 and up.  You must have valid identification to use the public computers.  Computer users under the age of 18 must complete an application and have it signed by a parent or guardian. Applications are available at both the Information Desk and the Reference Desk.

The Library will provide up to five printouts free of charge. There will be a charge of ten cents per printout beyond that. Patrons may not use their own paper.  If you need to use special paper to type a resume, you must notify a librarian before doing so. Librarians will assist users in the initial start-up, but cannot provide extended instruction.  Any fee-based services are the responsibility of the patron.

Computers are also available in the Children's Room to holders of library children's cards.  Written parental consent is required.  Permission forms may be obtained at the Children's Reference Desk and will be kept on record there.  With regards to internet access, the library has no control over this research tool and assumes no responsibility for its content, quality, accuracy, or currency.  It is important for parents to be aware that the internet may contain material of a controversial nature.  Therefore, it is a parent's responsibility to monitor their children's selections.

Programs available in both the Adult Department and Children's Room include MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Works, and WordPerfect. Internet access is also available.  No additional programs may be downloaded or installed on the public computers.  Computers may not be used to play computer games.

• Go to the Online Catalog
• Click on My Account / E-mail Signup
• Log in to your account
• Click on Modify Personal Info
• Add your E-Mail address
• Click submit

Any questions, call 766-2360, option 4

Museums included in this program are:

• American Folk Art Museum
• American Museum of Natural History
• Cold Spring Harbor Whaling Museum
• Cradle Of Aviation
• Guggenheim Museum
• Long Island Children's Museum
• Museum of Modern Art
• Nassau County Museum Of Art
• Old Westbury Gardens

Passes, which may be borrowed for up to three days for museums in New York City and two days for museums on Long Island, can be reserved no more than one month in advance.  NOTE: Patrons may only borrow one pass per museum and per family within a 30 day period.  The fine for an overdue pass is $5.00 per day.  If a pass is lost, the replacement cost is $50.00, and the patron's museum pass privileges will be suspended for three months.  If a patron loses two passes, their museum pass privileges will be revoked.

Passes may either be returned to the Library’s Reference Desk (no later than one half hour before closing time on the date due) or in the book drop (we will provide you with an envelope).  Reservations can be booked either in-person at the Reference Desk or by telephone at 766-2360, option 2.

• Go to the Online Catalog
• Click on My Account / E-mail Signup
• To activate your account:
  1. enter your 14-digit library card barcode (no spaces)
  2. leave the PIN field blank
  3. click the submit button
  4. on the next screen, enter a PIN twice
  5. click the submit button and the system will now set your PIN and you will be logged into your account
• When logged into your account, you can view the items that are checked out on your card, renew certain materials, and view, place and cancel requests
• By clicking Modify Personal Info you may modify your PIN, add or modify your e-mail address, and opt in or out of your reading history

 

Online Practice Tests

The Library offers free and unlimited access to practice tests online through Learning Express. Included are civil service, 4th grade and 8th grade practice, college preparation, GMAT, military, citizenship, teacher certification, and a host of other exams with instant scoring and personalized evaluation. Go to www.learningexpresslibrary.com to find the career or academic test you need and start improving your scores now. Have your library card ready to enter your barcode when prompted. Further information can be found on our At Home Database page.

Users of our Nassau Digital Doorway collection of downloadable audiobooks may now transfer nearly all audiobooks in the collection to an iPod from a PC.  All that is necessary is a simple upgrade to the latest version of the Overdrive Media Console.

Newly available are downloadable eBooks, which require a download of the Adobe Digital Reader; a link is available on Overdrive's site.  eBooks can now be downloaded to your Sony Reader, iPad, Barnes & Noble Nook, Borders Kobo and other eReaders.

For an updated list of compatible devices, check their Device Resource Center.

Patrons with a valid Oceanside Library card may check out up to five titles (audiobooks & E-books combined) at a time and, at the end of the 7-day loan period, the audiobooks will expire from their computer and be returned automatically to the digital collection.  eBooks expire at the end of their 14-day loan period.  Click here to access the collection.

Trained SHHH staff facilitates hands-on experience with various assistive devices for the hearing impaired.  In addition to private consultations, SHHH members meet bi-monthly to explore topics of common interest. Assistive listening devices are available at all meetings.  The next meeting is Thursday, September 16 @ 7:30pm.  For a free appointment, or, for more information, call 763-7444.