Accessing the eLibrary

While the doors of the library are closed due to the pandemic, the library’s digital services are still available. Items can be checked out through Hoopla and Overdrive. This includes books, audiobook, movies, TV shows, music, and magazines. Both are available through iTunes and the Google Play Store. Hoopla is also available on Roku, so shows and movie checked out through the app can be streamed directly to your TV!

Using these services for the first time can seem intimidating, but you can do it by following these easy steps. If you run into any trouble do not hesitate to contact the library through Facebook Messenger or by emailing fcpl@myfcpl.org.

Those who live in areas served by the Frankfort Community Public Library and its branches, but do not currently have a library card can apply for one through the library’s website. Simply fill out the form and a staff member will issue the card via email. The physical library card can be picked up when we reopen. Those seeking cards will need to provide their name, address, and contact information.

HOOPLA

  1. Search for Hoopla Digital in your app store (iTunes or Google Play) and select install.
  2. Open the app.
  3. If you have not used Hoopla before, tap ‘sign up’.
  4. Fill out the required fields. You will need to provide a valid email address and create a password with at least 8 characters.
  5. Choose the Frankfort Public Library (IN) from the list provided. You can either search by name or allow the app to use your location to make suggestions.
  6. Enter your library card
  7. Find something to check out! You can either search by title or browse by interests. Once you find what you want, click on it.
  8. Once you are in the item record click borrow.
  9. Download the item or stream it to your device.
  10. At the end of the loan period, the item will be returned automatically

Overdrive

  1. Search for Libby by Overdrive in your app store (iTunes or Google Play) and select install.
  2. Open the app.
  3. If you have not used Overdrive before, the app will walk you through the registration process.
  4. Search for your library by location. The Frankfort Community Public Library should show up under the header of Indiana Digital Media.
  5. Enter your card number.
  6. Find something to check out! You can either search by title or browse by interests. Once you find what you want, click on it.
  7. If the item is available, click borrow. If it is currently checked out you have the option to put a hold on it.
  8. Once you have an item checked out, you can access it immediately or comeback to it later via your bookshelf.
  9. At the end of the loan period, the item will be returned automatically.

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