Books & More

Your Elting library card connects you to many collections, resources, and services

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Mid-Hudson Library System Catalog

In addition to the 55,000+ items we house here in New Paltz, we’re part of the Mid-Hudson Library System, a system of 65+ libraries throughout the Mid-Hudson Valley. If we don’t have what you’re looking for we can order it for you and have it here within a few days.

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We are also always looking to add to and improve our collection. Tell us what library items you would like to see in our collection!

Need it right away? Check out our local bookstores!

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Library of Things

Library of Things

Sustainability and savings rolled into one, our Library of Things provides access to a wide range of items from yard maintenance equipment, to games, to spices.

Because libraries are more than books.

Anker bluetooth speaker
Bocce set
Projector
Large tent
Cornhole
Electronic drum pad
Hiking backpack
E-Z See large print keyboard
Bullhorn
Metal detector
Brother sewing machine
Steel tongue drum
Amazon Fire Tablet
Turbo Jet power washer wand
Small tent
Ukulele
Walkie Talkies
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Digital Resources

Digital Resources

Do consumer research, take a free online technology class, read newspapers from major cities, and more. You can access many of our online resources for free with your library card from anywhere with an internet connection.

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Passports

The library is a U.S. Passport Acceptance Facility.

This service is by appointment only. Use the link below to learn more.

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