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Get the most out of your Newark Public Library Card!
Even if the library is closed, you can still explore titles related to the African American experience and more! The James Brown African American Room (JBAAR) staff is dedicated to ensuring that you maximize the benefits of your Newark Public Library card.
Take advantage of these online resources, available for free with your Newark Public Library card, and check out our JBAAR staff picks!
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Kanopy
With Kanopy, library cardholders can stream a diverse selection of movies, documentaries, and educational content.
- Streaming Anytime, Anywhere
- Award-Winning Content
- Offline Viewing Option
- No Ads for Distraction-Free Watching
- Includes Content for Kids
JBAAR STAFF PICKS ON KANOPY
Hoopla
Hoopla provides access to a vast digital library of e-books, audiobooks, music, and movies, making it a versatile platform for entertainment and learning.
- You can borrow 8 titles per month!
- Current and Classic Titles
- Wide Range of Genres
- Great for Family Entertainment
- Graphic Novels
- Accessible Either Through a Website or by Downloading the App
- Includes Content for Kids
JBAAR STAFF PICKS ON HOOPLA
LinkedIn Learning
LinkedIn Learning offers a platform for users to enhance their professional skills with a wide range of online courses and tutorials.
- Unlimited Access to Classes
- Extensive Video Courses
- Great for Learning New Skills
- Diverse Subject Coverage
- Browse by Learning Path Options
JBAAR STAFF PICKS ON LINKEDIN LEARNING
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Pronunciator
Pronunciator is a fun and free way to learn languages with personalized courses, movies, chat, and more!
- Language learning software database
- Choose from over 300 languages
- Learning guides
- Downloadable audio lessons
- Thousands of downloadable PDF phrasebooks
JBAAR STAFF PICKS ON Pronunciator
Browse our library's catalog!
Explore our library’s catalog to discover a wide range of books, media, and resources available for every interest. Whether you’re seeking your next favorite read or valuable information, our catalog has something for everyone!
Check out NPL's Digital Archive
Our digital collections were created with a grant from the Carnegie Foundation. They include items from the Library’s Special Collections departments: the Charles F. Cummings New Jersey Information Center, the James Brown African American Room, the New Jersey Hispanic Research and Information Center, and the Special Art Collections.
While our digital collections feature over 50,000 items, the majority of our archival materials have not yet been digitized.
Click “Archive” to search the Newark Public Library’s full Archival Collections, or click “Digital Archive” to explore the materials that have already been digitized.
Do more with your Newark Public Library Card!
If you live in Newark, work in Newark or go to school in Newark then you are eligible for a Newark Public Library Card! The best way to get a library card is to visit your local branch and just sign up! You can also get your library card online.
Contact Us!
Call: (973) 733-5411
Email: jbaar@npl.org
Curated by staff in the James Brown African American Room located on the 2nd floor of the Newark Public Library!
