The library rules (and so do library streaming services)

June 11, 2026 Jay Peters

Illustration of different forms of media at the library.

Summer is almost here, and that means getting outside, having fun in the sun, and touching grass. But if you need to cool down for a bit, allow me to sing the praises of the library. If your local library system is anything like mine, it probably offers a lot of great things for you to do, both tech-related and not, at no extra cost.

I'm part of the Multnomah County Library system, and I'm frankly spoiled by all of the things available with just a free library card. The perk I use most is the ability to fill up my Kindle with the wide selection of ebooks made available through OverDrive, a platform that partners with thousands of libraries …

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