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I was unable to navigate Sumter Library's website, to see if E books are aailable. Does anyone know if it is possible to "check out" E library books?Thanks for your input.
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I was in last Monday at the Belvedere Branch and asked, since I am a new Nook user. I was told they are scheduled to get it this spring. I believe Lake County libraries have it - not sure if non-Lake County residents need to pay for a library card or not - possibly.
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I had received a very vague answer when I phoned, it sounded more like the slow no, to me. Such a pity. as I have a Sony Reader I would use if I could download affordable material. As I am sight impaired, I have resorted to using magnifiers on a traditional book, .. sigh
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Free Library of Philadelphia has ebooks. Library card is free if over 65 and you can apply for card online. Took about a week to get actual card in mail. (Don't have to have any connection to Philadelphia or PA.)
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Just applied.
My library did not have what I wanted.
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I was unable to navigate Sumter Library's website, to see if E books are aailable. Does anyone know if it is possible to "check out" E library books?Thanks for your input.
I went to Sumter Library, and they stated that the online E-Books would not be available thru them until sometime in the Spring. They said we couldd register at another library, (40 minutes away), and then use their e-books. When Sumter computers are set up in the Spring, you'll be able to get onto their site and download e-books. Sorry, I don't remember the name of the other library. You can calll Sumter, and they'll tell you. Trish
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Default Philly Library Requirements

You must be 18 or older to apply online.
A Free Library card is available at no cost to anyone who lives, works, pays taxes, or goes to school in the City of Philadelphia. In addition, anyone who is 65 or older or who has a valid card with an Access PA sticker from another Pennsylvania library can obtain a Free Library card without charge. Veterans and members of the Armed Services can also obtain a Free Library card without charge.

Would you like to begin checking out materials today? Please fill out this application and bring current address identification to any library branch.

Out-of-state residents can obtain a card by paying an annual fee of $35.00. Printable Registration Form
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I appreciate all the helpful responses to my problem (getting E books). Lady Lake library offers the service for a fee, for non Lake residents. I'm not 65 so don't qualify for some of the other freebies yet. Duly noted for when I am eligible though.
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