In observance of Labor Day, the Library will be closed
Monday, September 1, 2008

Catch the Reading Bug
Summer Reading at the Verona Public Library

Summer Reading Finale Bugs, Bees, Spiders & Magic! Starring Bob Conrad Wednesday, August 27th 10:00 am
Bob Conrad returns to the Verona Public Library with his winning blend of magic,  puppetry, ventriloquism and humor. This is the finale for the “Catch the Reading Bug”  program.   Awarding of certificates and prize drawings will take place at this event. Ages 4 and up.  No registration necessary.

Need a School Summer Reading Book?  Stop by the Library!

Books from the Verona schools' Summer Reading lists are currently set aside for students.  Come in to browse the collection or call us to place a reserve:  (973) 857-4848.  You may also reserve a book online using your Verona Public Library card (see below for instructions).  Summer Reading books check out for two weeks.  Because of high demand, renewals are not allowed.

For links to Summer Reading book lists and assignments, visit our Teen Page.

The Verona Public Library Online Catalog

* If you're currently in the library, access the catalog here

It's now possible to search our catalog from home!  You may also access your account to see what you've checked out, find out when your items are due, renew your books or place a reserve. Click on "My Account" in the left column to sign in (have your library card ready--it will ask for your barcode number). If you'd just like to look for an item, click "Search Catalog."

For a tutorial, stop in the Library's Reference Department or see our Patron Orientation Guide.

In support of Verona's award-winning Mandarin Program, the Verona Public Library is pleased to now offer books in Mandarin Chinese.  Books are available in both fiction and nonfiction for children and adults.  To search for these books in our catalog, type in "Mandarin" and select "All Headings."  Visit the Verona Public Schools website for more information about the Mandarin Program.

Reference Databases
Instead of using Google, try searching our databases for up-to-date information on a variety of topics.  Use them for homework assignments, consumer and health information, genealogy research, or for finding old newspaper articles.

These databases provide full-text information from hundreds of magazines, newspapers, and reference sources, including the Encyclopaedia Britannica and the Oxford English Dictionary.  Type in the number on your Verona Public Library card for full access at home or in the Library.

For kids' databases, visit our Homework Help Page.

*New!*  Magill's Medical Guide Online Published by Salem Health.  The Guide covers diseases, disorders, treatments, anatomy and biology in an A-Z format with sidebars addressing recent developments in medicine. To have access from home, have your Verona library card handy and click "Profile" to register.