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Library Chester Public Library... it's bigger than it looks!  Welcome to Chester Public Library! We know it's not always convenient, or even possible for you to get to the library, so this page provides information about and access to library resources whenever you want them. Clicking on one of the topics on the right-hand side of the page reveals information about borrowing museum passes, which magazines the library receives, how to become a member of the Friends of Chester Public Library, and much more. Here in the center of the page is a link to the library catalog, program news, and information about featured library resources. Clicking on any of the highlighted words will take you to the access point for an online resource, or to more information about the topic. You'll need a current Chester Library card to access many of the resources.
We hope this is helpful to you. If you have have thoughts as to how we can make this website more useful, please share them.
Library Catalog  To search the library catalog, click here.
For information about using VERSO, the library's circulation system, click here.
Looking for the latest arrivals? Click here for a list of titles added to the library's adult collections recently.
WINTER BOOK SALE: HALF PRICE THROUGH FEBRUARY 4  There is still a great selection of paperbacks, hardcover books, recorded books and movies available at the Friends' Winter Book Sale and they are now all HALF PRICE! Drop in anytime during regular library hours to pick up a deal. Half-price sale continues through Saturday, February 4.
Now Available at Chester Cinema, er... Library! 
Chester Library's collection of movies contains over 1000 titles, including these, that have been added in the past couple of months:
Beginners
Boardwalk Empire (TV Series)
Crazy, Stupid Love
Dolphin Tale
Dr. Bell and Mr. Doyle
The Help
Midnight in Paris
Mildred Pierce (Series)
Moneyball
My Vietman, Your Iraq
One Day
Page One
The Tree of Life
Looking for a movie that Chester doesn't own? Ask about obtaining it through the library's Netflix account. Click here for information about the 2012 Academy Award Nominees.
THERE'S AN APP FOR THAT: iLib2Go
 That’s right, if you are an iPhone, iTouch, or iPad user, there is now a FREE app that allows access to the Chester Library catalog and your account from your device- anywhere! Check to see if that movie you’ve been itching to watch is available when you leave work. Renew those books on your way to the airport. For instructions on getting the App, click here!
The Lowdown on Downloadables
 It seems that everyone is talking about downloadables, both audiobooks and eBooks. Chester residents now have access to free downloadable audio and eBooks though Chester Library. There are two sources for these materials. First, there is iCONN which provides access to a collection of audiobooks that is available to every library user in Connecticut. Understandably, there is lots of demand for these titles, so be prepared to place a hold on the ones you want. In time, you’ll receive an email letting you now the title is available for you, at which point you will have a limited number of days to download it. Click here to see what is available through iCONN. If you are new to digital audio, scroll down the page, looking on the left-hand side for “New to Digital Audio?” where complete instructions are provided.
Overdrive is the newest resource for both downloadable audio books and eBooks. Overdrive downloadables are available to Chester Library users through the library’s membership in Library Connection, a consortium which offers a collection of about 2300 audio books and 950 eBooks to its Connecticut members. The collection is growing constantly but there may still be a wait for high demand titles. Click here to visit the Library Connection/Overdrive website. Take a look at My Help! or the Quick Start Guide in the Getting Started Box on the left side of the page.
For both resources you will need your Chester Library barcode number for log-in purposes. On the Library Connection/Overdrive website, use the barcode for both your library card number and PIN. Call or drop by the library with questions you have about these resources.... and happy downloading!
Recycle Your Empty Printer Cartridges  Bring in any empty printer ink cartridge and we'll give you a re-useable book bag. Use the bag to carry all those books and movies you check out. Libraries: recycling at its best!
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