Andrews County Library

Library now offers free WiFi.

Mango is an online language learning system that teaches real conversation skills for practical communication through fun and engaging intereactive lessons. Mango makes learning a new language fast, easy and incredibly effective. The system is completely web-based and remotely accessible, so you can learn anywhere you have an interenet connection. As you listen to and repeat after native speakers, you'll learn more than just words and phrases. You'll learn how those pieces can be rearranged and combined to make new thoughts, new conversations, and even more practical communication! In no time at all, you'll be able to navigate all sorts of everyday situations -- get directions, order a meal, make new friends -- the possibilities are endless!

Welcome

We are so glad to be one of the cornerstones of Andrews, with free access to books, resources and information that is imperative for education, employment, and enjoyment.

We support and serve individuals of all ages with everything from children's programming to library material with varying view points to computer and internet access.

Enjoy your visit to our Webpage and, if you are ever in Andrews, be sure to come and experience our fabulous facility!

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New Resource Announcement

Andrews County Library now offers Mango Languages for free, easy and fun foreign language learning.

To learn more Click Here.

Andrews County Library has acquired AtoZ the USA, a world-class e-content database offering extensive information on all 50 U.S. states, 5 territories, and the District of Columbia.

AtoZ the USA offers in-depth e-content in 156 data categories with 50+ maps for each state. It has thousands of U.S. state reports and articles ready to download, royalty-free image collections of flags, vintage postcards, panoramic photos, license plates, and much more. Map collections include thousands of modern and antique maps, and dozens of other categories feature data on geography, government, history, and society and culture. Created by a dedicated team of researchers, cartographers, and writers, the database is continually updated.

Download Free Audiobooks, eBooks and Videos

Now you can download audiobooks, eBooks and videos from the Lubbock Public Library website for free! All you need is a Lubbock Public Library card and a PIN. You can download your library card application here and mail it to Mahon Library, 1306 9th Street, Lubbock, TX 79401. Once you have received your card you can obtain your PIN by emailing “What’s my PIN?” to mahonps@gmail.com (please include your library card number in the email).

To check out a downloadable audiobook, eBook or video, go to http://lubbock.lib.overdrive.com, As a first step, you will need to install free software. There are instructions on the site to walk you through this. Checkout is simple. Just enter your library card number and PIN and download your selections to your computer. Some audiobook titles are now available in MP3 format, which will play on most computers and portable devices, including the iPod and iPhone.

The audiobook and eBook collections offer titles from all genres, including classics, mystery, science fiction, children’s and young adult books. The video collection includes classic silent films, concert videos, adaptations of children’s books and IMAX films. You can check out up to seven titles at a time, and there are never any late fees, because your titles are automatically returned at the end of the lending period (14 days for audiobooks and eBooks, 7 days for videos). Visit http://lubbock.lib.overdrive.com to start downloading now! This service was made possible in part by the Friends of the Lubbock Public Library.