Milford Public Library staff member Maureen Haab shows Kieran Jackson how to use Libby on his device. Photo provided by the library.

News Release

MILFORD — Do you read e-books using your library card? If you are currently using the Overdrive app, be aware that app will be discontinued in early January. Instead, the same materials can be accessed using the new and improved Libby app, which is free to download and many readers say it is more user-friendly than the older Overdrive app.

The newest employee to the Milford Public Library staff — Kristina Rodes. Rodes started Nov. 7 and works in the adult and children’s departments. She enjoys biking, reading and cooking. The library is excited to include her on its staff. Photo provided by the library.

Why make the switch? Libby has many new and improved features, including a centralized bookshelf for all loans and holds, a “tag” option to categorize books however you’d like, customizable notifications for any holds that are ready to be checked out and compatibility with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Sonos speakers.

Libby can be downloaded for free on any device that uses apps, including smart phones, tablets and even Kindle Fires. If you need help downloading or using Libby, contact the Milford Public Library and they will get you set up to use Libby as soon as possible. Don’t get stuck without your favorite e-books or e-audiobooks when Overdrive goes away. Download Libby and start reading today.

And if you’ve never utilized e-books through the library, why not start now? Instead of paying for Kindle Unlimited or purchasing tons of e-books from other online vendors, try borrowing them from the library instead. MPL is part of a larger e-book consortium called the Indiana Digital Library so MPL users have access to thousands of great e-book, e-audiobook and e-video titles through Libby. And it is all free with your library card. So if you’d like to give e-books a chance, download Libby and get reading for free.

New Parenting Styles And Strategies Resources

Milford Public Library is excited to announce a new resource: Parenting Styles and Strategies. Perfect for new parents, those thinking of becoming parents and even old parenting pros, this title brings together informative and helpful information about parenting strategies for infants, toddlers, school-aged children, preteens and teenagers. This resource contains hundreds of articles and essays that dive into issues contemporary parents are facing and offers tools and strategies to help deal with difficult behavior, develop sound parenting techniques and promote learning and cooperation.

Some of the many issues discussed in this resource include ADHA and other learning disabilities, balancing school and fun, body image and nutrition, conversations about drugs and alcohol, digital device addiction, healthy sleep habits, peer pressure, middle school to high school transition, parenting disagreements, sibling rivalry, speech development, teaching social skills and many more.

And even more exiting, all this information will be available online as well. Visit milford.lib.in.us to gain access to this and other valuable resources. Library patrons can access these resources from home, at the library or anywhere there is an internet connection. So take advantage of all the amazing resources available to you for free through your local public library.