SALON Participating in International Big Read September 16-30, 2013

The Southern Adirondack Library System invites children and their parents to take part in the Big Library Read, a program in which over 4,000 libraries and schools world-wide give library cardholders simultaneous access to a popular title for a two-week period, creating a virtual, global book club.

Starting Monday, September 16 through Monday, September 30, library cardholders will be able to visit the SALON website and borrow and enjoy eBook (coming soon) and audiobook versions of the Big Library Read book, Nancy Clancy, Super Sleuth by Jane O’Connor, Book 1 of the hugely popular Fancy Nancy children’s book series.

Borrowers may read or listen to the book on all major computers and devices, including iPhone®, iPad®, Nook®, Android™ phones and tablets, and Kindle® without worrying about wait lists or holds. Titles will automatically expire at the end of the lending period. There are no late fees!

First Available Copy Holds Workshop

SALS will be offering an opportunity to ask questions regarding this new feature on August 29^th and 30^th from 2-3 pm via GoToMeeting.
Please let Jennifer know if you are interested and she will send out an online invitation to attend from your computer.
If you want to come to Saratoga, you are more than welcome, but this Q&A session may only take 30 minutes – 1 hour.

Keeping Senior Citizens Safe Online

Senior Citizens are online, too

Senior citizens are embracing the digital age in greater numbers every year. Fifty-three percent of adults age 65 and older now use the Internet and online tools such as email, according to the Pew Internet & American Life Project. Among those Internet users, seventy percent report going online daily.

Not surprisingly, the Internet offers many benefits to older Americans, including the ability to stay in touch with family members near and far, and across generations. A 2012 study by Microsoft and AARP found that online communication often was credited for improving dialogue among family members.

The Internet helps senior citizens connect with society, bringing vital information and resources to them. For instance, they can bank and shop from the convenience of their homes. Many sites are geared toward the needs and interests of senior citizens, and growth of such sites is expected to continue.Continue reading→