Do you offer any book clubs or discussion groups?
Do you offer any programs or events?
Who should I speak to about reference questions?
How do I get started with hoopla?
Do you offer any book clubs or discussion groups?
The Brown Bag Reading Groups meets once a month at the Cicero branch; more information at the Library Events calendar.
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The Library offers a variety of classes and programs, for details see Library Events calendar.
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You can contact one of our helpful and friendly librarians either in person or online at Ask a Librarian.
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A valid Hamilton North Public Library card
An account at hoopladigital.com (library card number, email address, and PIN required to create)
The Google Widevine video player for video content in your web browser
An internet connection to stream the content
The Hoopla app for iOS or Android for smartphone or tablet usage
A wireless internet connection to download or stream the content*
*Using cellular data is not recommended as streaming/downloading multimedia content can consume a lot of bandwidth. Wireless internet access is available at all Hamilton North Public Library branches.
Movies, including feature films, documentaries, and children's movies
TV shows, including educational programs and kids' shows
Music in a wide variety of genres
Comics and graphic novels for children, teens and adults
Ebooks
Audiobooks
Hoopla and Your Privacy
In order to access Hoopla, you will be required to create a Hoopla account. Hoopla is a third-party service that is governed by its own privacy policy and practices, not the Library's. We advise that you consult Hoopla's Terms of Service and Privacy Policy before agreeing to use this service. When you register for an account, the library will only provide Hoopla with information to verify that you are eligible to borrow.
How many items may I borrow from Hoopla per month?
You can borrow 10 items per month.
When do the borrowing limits reset?
Borrowing limits reset on the first of each calendar month.
How long can I borrow items for?
Television and movies*: 3 days
Music: 7 days
Audiobooks, eBooks, and graphic novels: 21 days
*In order to offer the widest selection of film to our patrons, R-rated moves are available for streaming and download. Parents of minor children must assume responsibility for their children’s use of, or exposure to, movies or tv through hoopla.
Why are the loan periods for Hoopla movies, TV content and music albums shorter than those of our CDs and DVDs?
Loan periods for digital items are set by the content providers whose content is licensed by Hoopla. They are not under the library's control.
If I don't use all my checkouts in a month do they carry over to the next month?
No.
Do I have to return borrowed titles?
No; titles will return automatically at the end of a loan period.
Can I return items early?
Yes, but it will not give you another checkout for that month. The only reason to return a title early is to free up space from your device or remove items you have already watched or listened to from your list of borrowed items.
How can I get help using Hoopla?
Visit Hoopla's help pages
Contact us with your questions
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