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Make the Most of Your Library Card

By Erin Huffstetler, About.com

In the habit of using your library card to check out books? If that's all you're doing with it, you're really missing out. Nowadays a library card can be used to access all sorts of free services and materials.

Your library card may allow you to check out:

  • new-release movies
  • e-books
  • games, puzzles and children's toys
  • magazines
  • CDs
  • audio-books
  • a museum pass (to get you into area attractions for free)

It may also allow you to:

  • use library computers and the Internet
  • access special electronic collections
  • reserve rooms (either for free or for a nominal charge)

Want to find out which of these services your local library offers? Surf over to their website or stop by your local branch to find out.

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