Download & Streaming Collections
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Ebook and audiobook collections you can enjoy from home using your library card. Read or listen now using the Libby app from OverDrive. |
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Flipster is a next-generation digital magazine solution that makes it easy for you to read your favorite magazines on your computer or mobile device. |
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Free streaming access to over 30,000 feature films and documentaries. Log in using your Cranston Public Library card and receive 8 FREE play credits each month. Kanopy Credit-Free collection |
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Read as many books as you want, whenever you want, on any device. There are no check-outs, holds, or bulky downloads. Books are available instantly. Tumblebook Library - K-6 children's Ebook database |
Resources for Kids
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Online resources for children, compiled by the CPL Youth Services department. |
Virtual Library Programming
CPL staff have been creating online programs during the closure. Check our online calendar for the full schedule.
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StoryTime Online Storytimes especially for ages 0-5 are livestreamed every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday morning at 10:30 AM, and Tuesdays at 7:30 PM. See our videos on YouTube. Follow us on Facebook to stay updated. |
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Teen Book Chats Cranston librarians will recommend books for children and teens that are currently available online. Tune in on Facebook each week to find out what to read next. |
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Down Time with Cranston Public Library Staff from the Cranston Public Library share what they've been reading, what they've been watching, and one additional thing they've been super into lately. Listen in and geek out with us! |
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Live Chat Click on the blue "Questions? Ask/Contact a Librarian!" button on the bottom right of this website to be connected to a reference librarian. Live chat is available Monday - Friday from 9am - 5pm. |
Databases & Online Resources
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Discover your family history and start your family tree. Try free and access billions of genealogy records including Census, SSDI & Military records. |
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Learn and improve skills across business, tech, design, and personal interests. |
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Free homework help from a live tutor online using your library card. |
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Learn a new language for free. Sign up for an account with your library card to track your progress. |
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Cranston historical newspapers Explore historical Cranston newspapers from 1885-1977. |
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More databases are available at Rhode Island's Statewide Reference Resource Center. |
Computer Classes
Check out the following websites for technology tutorials:
- Free Online Learning at GCFGlobal (click on Topics)
- Digital Learn - Includes computer tutorials en Espanol
- Tech Boomers
- Grow with Google
Looking for some entertainment?
Little Alchemy 2 - A game where you combine elements to create new things. Find them all!
Explore LiveCams - lots of live webcams of cute animals.
Austin City Limits - Stream musical performances from the PBS series for free.
Radio Garden - radio stations from all over the world.
Top Cartoons - tons of free classic and new cartoons.
World Geography Games - fun for every nerd.
Shorpy - historic photo archive with amazing images. The views of downtown Providence alone are worth checking this site out.
Incredibox - mix & match music fun. There are 4 free versions, 3 paid.
Down Dog - Free personalized yoga and fitness classes.