Free internet access is available in both libraries

 

Online resources

 

Whether you're studying as part of a formal course or just curious about a particular topic, we provide links to a number of useful online resources, some of which can only be viewed by library visitors. Members can also access some websites from home.

 

We also provide links to a number of other sites which you will find useful whether you're interested in local or national matters. To view a list select Useful sites from the Online resources menu above, or click here.

 

Library access sites

 

Encyclopedia Britannica - Library Edition OnlineBritannica Encyclopedia - Online Student editionBritannica Encyclopedia Junior Online Edition

 

Encyclopedia Britannica: Visitors to both our libraries can visit any of these sites, each with content aimed at particular age groups. Library members can also visit them from home by entering their membership number when prompted. Click on any logo for access

 

Know UK - the ultimate online library of UK information               News UK - definitive UK news online

Click here for home access      Click here for home access

 

Know UK and News UK: Know UK is the ultimate online library of UK information, with access to over 100 reference publications. News UK combines the most popular british newspaper titles to provide definitive UK news online, including the Press & Journal and Aberdeen Evening Express. Library visitors should click on either logo for access while members can visit the websites from home by using the alternative link.

 

Scottish reders.net logo

 

Read Mòr: Created as part of Scotland's Reader Development Network programme, this site lets you choose a book by style or mood, and then share your impressions with other readers if you wish.

 

 

Scottish Cultural resources Access Network

 

Scottish Cultural Resources Access Network: The Scran learning resource base has over 360,000 images, movies and sounds from museums, galleries, archives and the media. Thumbnails can be viewed from home while full access can be obtained by visiting a library.

Books and a lot more...

 

  • CDs to suit all musical tastes
  • A selection of films on DVD
  • Newspapers and magazines
  • Free internet access
  • Mobile Library service
  • Book box service
  • Colour photocopying and fax services
  • Storytimes for children
  • Bookstart Rhymetimes for babies
  • Meeting rooms for hire
  • Trace your Orcadian family roots
  • Study local history
  • View the Photographic Archive collection
  • Listen to oral history recordings