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04.24.08
Genealogical Databases Now Available!
(Available In Jonesborough Library Only)
The Jonesborough Library offers in-house access to Ancestry.com.
Ancestry.com is the number 1 online source for family history
information. It is the only online source for the entire U.S. Federal
Census collection, 1790-1930. Its many searchable databases include an
immigration collection, historical maps, photos, military records, slave
narratives, ship passenger lists, and more.
This service is only available in our Jonesborough library.
Heritage
Quest Online
(Available In Jonesborough
Library and Off-Site)
Heritage Quest is a companion service to Ancestry Library. It is also
available in-house at the Jonesborough Library. It too offers access to
census information. Heritage Quest includes, among other databases, an
index to genealogy and history periodicals, military records, and family
and local histories. Heritage Quest is also available off-site to
patrons with a current, Washington County Library card. Inquire at the
Jonesborough Library for access instructions.
This service is available to our patrons in library and off site. Start
your genealogical research here with
Heritage Quest Online Database.
02.19.08
Calendar
of Events
We now have a calendar of library events powered by Google Calendar for both Washington county
branches. Check it out on our Library Events
page.
Welcome
to the Future of Libraries
– MyLibraryDV!
Introducing MyLibraryDV-a unique
video-on-demand service created by Recorded Books and your library.
Anywhere you have a broadband internet connection you can have access to
hundreds of DVD-quality videos covering a wide range of interests.
You will find over 500 videos including award winning movies, foreign
and independent films from Film Movement, and lifestyle
programming such as Antiques Roadshow, America's Test Kitchen, Rick
Steves' Europe, Today's Homeowner and more! MyLibraryDV is
constantly adding entertaining and educational programming for you to
enjoy. And since we offer simultaneous access there are never any holds
on the videos you want to see!
All you need for this FREE
service is a library account in good standing and high-speed Internet
access.

START DOWNLOADING TODAY!
12.19.07
Children's Storytime
The 2008 Storytime program schedule is now posted in our
Kids Corner site.
Storytime is an opportunity for children and their
parents to come together for stories, songs, crafts and more.
We encourage our patrons to take advantage of this educational
opportunity in exposing children to literature at a young age. For more
information - click here
12.07.07
Web Site Update
As you can see we are in the process of updating this web
site, so please bear with us as we make the appropriate changes. Several
new pages will be uploaded soon. If you have any questions or suggestions regarding
this web site please contact the Watauga Regional Library
here.
Renew Books Here - click here
Renew books online with WebPac pro. Please note that Late
Items will NOT renew online, please contact your librarian for further
assistance. Check out the WebPac tutorial for online help.
WebPac Tutorial - click here
The Watauga Regional Library has created a site that will guide patrons
though Webpac.
Webpac is an online library account manager where patrons can Request
Items, Renew Non-Over Due Items, and Search The Region's Catalog.
This can be a valuable tool to those with busy lifestyles or simply
casual browsers.
Help Us Create More User Friendly WebPac Experience!!
The WRL is asking for your input to help them make these online services
more efficient. Please take the time to describe your experiences with WebPac and include any constructive criticisms that you feel necessary.
Please send this to
dgingrow@wrlibrary.org
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