Category: Technology

• New & Fun at the Library

  Spring is a time for re-invention. At Russell Library, we love to keep things fresh and fun — especially in the Youth & Family Learning Department. Like kids and families, we’re always changing. The following are some of the new services and activities available in the kids’ wing and (The Space). The Gaming PC Like…

  Amy S.

  March 17, 2025

  Contests, Events, Giveaways, History of Russell Library, Inside Stories, Kids and Teens, Library Services, Technology

  149thBirthday, ARPA, BallLabyrinth, Bingo, Bluey, BuilcingBlockWall, BuildYourOwnCoaster, ChickCam, Chromebooks, GamingPC, GearFactory, HangWithTheChicks, NameTheChicks, STEM, TheSpace, YMCA

• What the heck is “Meescan”, and why should I start using it?

  You may have seen signs throughout the library or on our website, advertising this service called “Meescan”. But, what on earth is it? And why should you care? Meescan is a mobile app you can use to check out your books at the library, and you should use it because it is fun, convenient, and…

  Jack B.

  December 30, 2024

  Inside Stories, Library Services, Technology

  Android, Audiobooks, Flipster, Hoopla, IPhone, Libby, LibraryCard, Mango, MangoLanguages, MeeScan, RussellLibrary, SelfCheckout, Technology, ThePalaceApp, ThePalaceProject

• Need Some Help? Book a Librarian!

  Have you ever wanted to start a research project—whether it be because of a burning passion for a particular topic, an itch to learn more about your family history, or any other reason—and felt hopelessly lost when looking at all the databases and search engines available to you? Does trying to navigate these resources give…

  Hana T.

  November 11, 2024

  Library Services, Technology

  BookALibrarian, Databases, DigitizationStation, FrankenBuilding, InfoDesk, JobNow, MemoryBox, MiddletownRoom, Technology

• Video Games at the Library – What’s New to Play

  November 2024 There are new games to borrow from the Russell Library! Itching to bring home something to share with your friends and family? Or looking for a more beefy, immersive time sink that you can get lost in? We’ve got you covered with our latest additions. Here are six titles new in our collection…

  Jack B.

  November 4, 2024

  Kids and Teens, Library Services, Recommendations, Technology, Trending

  EchoesOfWisdom, EldenRing, ForzaHorizon5, GodOfWarRagnarok, HorizonForbiddenWest, Minecraft, NativeAmerican, Nintendo, NintendoSwitch, NintendoSwitchSports, Persona, Persona3Reload, Persona5Tactica, PlayStation, PrincessPeachShowtime, RedDeadRedemptionII, SuperMarioRPG, TheLegendOfZelda, TheOregonTrail, TheSpace, Xbox, XBoxOne, XBoxSeries

• Level-Up Your Summer: Video Games at Russell Library

  Played any good games lately? It might be time to check out Russell Library’s ever-growing video game collection! Russell Library began offering Nintendo Switch games approximately one year ago, and they quickly became one of our most popular collections. Now, we are pleased to offer titles for PlayStation and Xbox consoles as well! We plan…

  Jack B.

  August 5, 2024

  Contests, Events, Kids and Teens, Library Services, Recommendations, Technology, Trending

  Gaming, JediFallenOrder, MarioKart, MarioParty, MilesMorales, Minecraft, Nintendo, NintendoSwitch, NintendoSwitchSports, PlayStation, PS4, PS5, SpiderMan, StarWars, SuperSmashBrosUltimate, TheSpace, VideoGames, Xbox