The
Library is currently
open for browsing & borrowing without an
appointment. Photocopying, public computer,
and table access is by appointment only.
Please click
here for further
information.
In addition to our large collection of fiction, non-fiction, and reference material for children, teens and adults, we offer an outstanding selection of CDs, DVDs, books-on-CD,
downloadable audiobooks & eBooks, newspapers,
magazines and videogames for the Nintendo Switch, Wii, Wii U, XBOX360,
XBOX One and Playstation 4. Computers with MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, and Internet access are available for use in the Library. We offer concerts, book discussions, lectures,
Museum Passes, workshops, Defensive Driving
courses, Adult Connection programs, tax assistance for seniors and
low-income individuals of all ages, computer instruction,
movies, displays and art exhibits, as well as
entertaining and informative youth programs throughout
the year. For further information on any of our services and programs, please call
516-766-2360,
option 4.
Book Club in
a Bag provides everything you need to help you run your
own book discussion, including ten copies of a title,
background information on the author, book reviews, and
discussion questions. The Library is part of a
consortium that has over 200 titles to choose from.
For further information, please contact the Information
Desk at 516-766-2360, option 4.
For an list of the titles available (via the Online
Catalog), click
here. Due to
local borrowing restrictions, some titles found via
catalog search may not be available. For a
downloadable list of titles and participating libraries (in
PDF format), click
here.
The
Library's Book Drop is open Monday - Thursday 9am - 9pm and Friday
- Saturday from 9am - 5pm!! Please feel free to return
your books, DVDs, CDs, audiobooks, and video games to the library during
those hours. If you have a Kindle or Playaway device, please hold
on to that device for now (you will not be charged any overdue fines!)
because we do not want those items to be damaged upon return. If
you would prefer to hold onto your items for a little bit longer, please
feel free to do so. We will not be charging overdue fines!
Please note that if the
Book Drop is full or if
the Book Drop is
locked, please do not leave items outside. Items left outside of
the Book Drop may be discarded for safety issues and you may be charged
for lost materials. Items will be placed into quarantine for 7
days and will be cleared from your library card
after the 7 day quarantine period has lapsed.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!
Browse
through bookshelves for a selection of books on sale all year long. You will find an ever changing collection of fiction and non-fiction
titles on the bookshelves located near the Circulation Desk.
Please note: Due to the pandemic, out ongoing Book
Sale is paused.
Please note: Computers are
currently only available by appointment.
Please click
here for further
information.
We apologize for any
inconvenience.
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. NOTE: 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, and MS Works. Internet access is also
available. No additional programs may be
downloaded or installed on the public computers.
For Wi-Fi information, click
here.
KINDLES
The Oceanside Library has circulating
Kindle devices! Patrons must be Oceanside
Library cardholders 18 years of age and older with a
valid Oceanside Library card in good standing.
Kindles circulate for 28 days (with no renewal) and
are loaned on a first-come, first-served basis.
We are circulating three types of Kindles: Kindle
Paperwhites, Kindle Fire HD8s, and Kindle Fire Kids
Edition. Please click on the link above for
further information.
PLAYAWAY LAUNCHPADS
Playaway Launchpads
are available for
circulation to residents in the Oceanside Library
district once you sign a loan agreement (available at
the Circulation Desk). Children in Pre-K through Middle School
will love these easy-to-use, durable tablets pre-loaded
with high-quality secure learning apps and games. Playaway Launchpads are grouped by subject area,
theme, grade level, and age. Subjects include
Math, Science, English Language Arts, and more.
Please inquire about these exciting educational items in
the Children's Department. Check one out today!
Limit of one per household please.
ROKU STICKS
Roku streaming sticks are available for a 7-day loan to Oceanside residents 18+ years of age
and are preloaded with a channel giving access to
350+ films.
Please note: This program
is currently not in session. We apologize for
any inconvenience.
Volunteers from Literacy Nassau will be providing
instruction in English as a New Language for
beginners and intermediate adults. No fee.
Beginners and Intermediate classes.
To attend, you must register with Literacy Nassau.
For further information, please call Literacy Nassau at
516-867-3580, ex. 18 or visit
Literacy Nassau
online.
Please note: These programs are
currently not in session. We apologize for any
inconvenience.
Medicaid Enrollment Assistance for the Aged, Blind,
and Disabled
3rd Tuesday of the month // 10am - 12:30pm
Nassau-Suffolk Hospital Council will have facilitated
enrollers trained by the NY State Department of Health
to assist the aged, blind and disabled populations
enroll into the following programs: Medicaid, Medicaid
Buy-In for Working People with Disabilities (MBI-WPD),
Medicaid Spend-down, Medicare Savings (MSP), and
Medicaid for Institutional Care in a Nursing home.
Enrollment will run on a first-come, first-served basis,
free of charge, and will be available every 3rd Tuesday
of the month between 10am – 12:30pm. For more
information, please call the Nassau-Suffolk Hospital
Council at 631-435-3000.
Alzheimer's Association Caregivers Support Group
4th Tuesday of each month // 11am -
12:30pm
Presented by the Alzheimer’s Association, this Support
group is for those caring for loved ones with
Alzheimer’s, dementia, etc. All are welcome--this is an
open group. Call 1-800-272-3900 to register.
Activate My
Account:
Get A Library
Card:
Adults may apply for a library card at the Circulation Desk. New patrons must submit proof of residency in
the Oceanside School/Library District. If you do not have a photo identification that includes your Oceanside
School/Library District address, you may submit two official documents, such as a utility bill or a lease, as proof of residency. Library cards expire every three years and must be renewed at the Circulation Desk by presenting
current photo identification that includes your Oceanside
School/Library District address.
Young Adult (Teen) cards (green stickered) are issued to students in grades 7 through 12 at the Circulation Desk. A current Oceanside School District ID card, report card, or class schedule are acceptable as proof of
your Oceanside
School/Library District
residency.
A child may apply for a library card (blue stickered) in the Children's Room, with the parent or guardian submitting the child's proof of residency
in the Oceanside School/Library District.
Pay Library
Fines Online:
Patrons may pay library fines
in excess of five dollars online from home using a Visa,
MasterCard, or Discover credit card. You can access this
feature by logging on to "My Account"
here or on the
Library's
homepage. Please note that the service
does not currently accept American Express or debit cards.
Receive E-Mail/SMS Alerts (for
Reserve, Courtesy & Overdue Notices):
-
Go to the
Online Catalog
-
Click on My Account
(top right corner of page)-
Log in to your account
-
Click on the
Edit Account button
-
Add your E-Mail address
and/or mobile number
- Click submit
Any questions, call
516-766-2360,
option 4.
Please note: These programs are
currently not in session. We apologize for any
inconvenience.
Next Chapter Book Club by Literacy Nassau
Fridays // 3:30-4:30pm (Please
call the Information Desk (516-766-2360, option 4) for any schedule changes)
In partnership with volunteers from Literacy Nassau, we
host a Next Chapter Book Club every Friday afternoon.
This small book club offers adults with intellectual and
developmental disabilities the opportunity to read for
pleasure and socialize in the community.
To join, please call Literacy Nassau @ 516-867-3580,
ext. 21 or visit
literacynassau.org.
Adult Special Needs Social Time
Thursdays // 2 - 4pm // No
Registration Required
Join us each Thursday for an afternoon of board games or
movies or other opportunity to socialize. Caregivers
must be present.
Help us complete the Library's collection of
yearbooks from the Oceanside High School. We are missing
the following yearbooks: 1933, 1934, 1935, 1936, 1937, 1938,
1939, 1940, 1972, and 1979.
Please call the Library
at 516-766-2360, x337 or email
emccauley@oceansidelibrary.com.
Learning Express Library
(Test Preparation)
-
In Library --
At Home
Provides courses and eBooks on job searching, resumes
and cover letters, interviewing, and networking skills.
Take instantly scored Civil Service, licensing,
certification, and aptitude practice tests and watch
tutorials on popular software programs including
Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and
Access. To gain access to the LearningExpressLibrary.com's test preparation materials you will need to register. (Click on "NEW USER" if you are a first time visitor.) When accessed from home, your username must be your 14-digit library card number.
NOTE: Learning Express Library has upgraded their
platform with new skill-building tutorials, test
preparation, and career advancement resources with new
educational content, career guidance, and advice from
industry experts.
The Oceanside Library is pleased to be a partner with the Parenting Resource Network, an information and referral service for parents of children up to five years of age. The Network is staffed by early childhood professionals who can provide parents with information or referral to community resources that address their questions or concerns. Call the Network at
(516) 240-6018 or visit their website
Parenting Resource Network for parenting tips at your fingertips.
Please note: These service is
currently not available. We apologize for any
inconvenience.
The Library offers an Aladdin Personal Reader for patrons who may suffer from low vision. The machine, located in our periodicals
area, magnifies print up to 25 times, enabling all patrons to enjoy our wide selection of newspapers and magazines and read personal correspondence without difficulty.
The
Andrew Heiskell Library
operates a books-by-mail program that delivers thousands
of recorded and Braille titles postage-free. Residents
of all ages in New York City and Long Island are
eligible for these services if they have difficulty
reading standard printed materials because of one or
more of the following:
-
blindness
-
visual impairment
- a
physical disability that limits their ability to
hold a book or turn pages
- a
reading disability (such as dyslexia) resulting from
organic dysfunction
Applications for service must include certification by
an appropriate authority, such as social workers,
rehabilitation therapists, and professionals in various
fields related to health care. All certification
must include the certifier's name, affiliation, address,
telephone number, and original signature. Family members
may not certify applicants.
Applications may be obtained at the Information Desk or Reference Desk in our Library, or online
here.
New York State and Federal tax forms are always available online.
Federal Tax Forms
(To order Federal Tax Forms to be delivered by U.S. Mail:
Click here)
New York State Tax
Forms
NOTE: PATRONS ARE NOW REQUIRED TO
CREATE A TUTOR.COM LIVE HOMEWORK HELP USER ACCOUNT WITH
THEIR LIBRARY BARCODE NUMBER AS THEIR USERNAME AND A
PASSWORD THEY CHOOSE THEMSELVES.
ALL USERS WHO HAVE CREATED AN "OPTIONAL" ACCOUNT WITH THEIR
EMAIL ADDRESS AND A PASSWORD TO LOG IN, WILL HAVE TO CHANGE
THEIR USERNAME TO THEIR BARCODE NUMBER INSTEAD. IF YOU
ARE HAVING ISSUES, PLEASE ADVISE LIBRARY STAFF.
Tutor.com Adult Education And Career Center -
In Library --
At Home
Live help is available from real tutors daily from 2:00 -
10:00PM (some holidays excluded). Users can receive
assistance with careers, job searches, writing résumés and
cover letters. Help with citizenship exams, school subjects
from GED prep to introductory college courses is also
available. SkillsCenter Resource Library is open 24/7. In
English and Spanish.
Tutor.com Online Homework Help -
In Library --
At Home
Live help is available from real tutors daily from 2:00 -
10:00PM (some holidays excluded). Students in grades K-12,
introductory college students and adults can receive help
with math, science, social studies, English and writing.
Also provides résumé and cover letter assistance and
proofreading. Available in English and Spanish.
Tutor.com To Go™ for iPad, iPhone & iPod Touch is the
free mobile companion for Tutor.com. Connect to a live tutor
for one-to-one help, review past one-to-one tutoring
sessions, store documents or photos in your Tutor.com Locker, or browse the resources in our SkillsCenter™
Resource Library.
Learn More
Please note: Computers are
currently only available by appointment.
Please click
here for further
information.
We apologize for any
inconvenience.
Installed on all Library computers, WinWay Resume Deluxe helps
create your resume and cover letter, uploads resumes to websites,
and locates jobs in your area.
We are pleased to offer wireless Internet access to our patrons,
allowing anyone with a wireless-enabled laptop (PC or Mac) equipped
with a 802.11 a/b/g network card to access the
Internet anywhere in the building without having to wait for a
public computer. You may also access the wireless network with
a web-enabled smartphone or other web-enabled handheld device.
You should be able to access the wireless network anywhere in
the Library; however, some areas may have a stronger signal than
others. Most laptops that are configured for wireless
access can automatically pick up the wireless signal. You
may need to set your TCP/IP properties to "Obtain an IP address
automatically".
Due to liability issues, Library staff is not permitted to
provide technical support. You must be familiar with your
device and know how to set it up for wireless access.
If you need to print, you must save your work either on a flash
drive or e-mail it to yourself. You may then sign in
at the Reference or Information Desk to use one of the Library's
computers to print out your document.
Our free wireless service is an open network and is not
secure. Users are responsible for personal information
sent across the wireless network. Users are also
responsible for any damage to their personal equipment including
any viruses or hacking.
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