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  • Borrow Tech, Gadgets, & More | turnerfreelibrary

    Prete Teknoloji, Gadgets, Jwèt, & Plis Bibliyotèk Turner gratis gen teknoloji, gadjèt, jwèt tablo, ak plis ankò ke ou ka prete epi sèvi ak nan kay la! Moun ki gen kat Turner Free Library sèlman. Proper Use and Liability: In consideration of being permitted to borrow tools and equipment, the borrower agree to release and indemnify and hold harmless the Turner Free Library and the Town of Randolph, its officers, agents, and employees from any and all liability, loss, claims, and demands, actions or causes of action for the death or injury to any persons and/or for any property damage of any nature suffered or incurred by any person which arises or may arise or be occasioned in any way from the use of tools and equipment borrowed from the Turner Free Library. As with all Library materials, the borrower is responsible for the item and will be billed for reasonable replacement costs associated with damage, or loss of items. Neither the Turner Free Library or the Town of Randolph are not responsible for any costs incurred or damage to personal equipment while borrowers use items from the Library. Filter by category Games Make & Mend Outdoor Technology Tools Bike Repair Kit A collection of tools for common bike repairs. Check availability Circular Knitting Needles Kit Coming soon! Check availability ESoL Tablets Tablet loaded with apps, books, games, videos, and more for adult English Language Learners. This tablet and its digital contents have been generously provided by a grant from the Cultural Council of Randolph, a local agency, which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency. Check availability Gardening Tool Set Ready, set, grow! This gardening tool sets includes a large trowel, small trowel, cultivator, hand rake, weeder, pruning shears and a cloth tote. Check availability Light Therapy Lamp A light therapy box intended to improve mood, focus, energy and sleep. Check availability Mobile Hotspot Connect to the internet on the go with a mobile hotspot, which connects your devices to the internet via the cellular network. Check availability Pickleball Kit Coming soon! Check availability Portable DVD player with screen A portable DVD player and screen with a rechargeable battery Check availability TI-84 Plus Graphing Calculator Graphing calculators for all of your math needs! Check availability Wireless Charging Pad Wireless charging pad for a range of devices Check availability Board Games A range of games including Scrabble, Ticket to Ride, and many more! Check availability Cricut Joy Coming soon! Check availability Energy Oracle Cards Kit A deck of Energy Oracle cards Check availability Ghost Meter A handheld tool that measures AC electromagnetic fields, which are usually emitted from man-made sources such as electrical wiring Check availability Litter Cleanup Kit Help keep Randolph beautiful! Check availability Paper Shredder A portable desktop shredder for securely disposing of paper and credit cards. Check availability Playstation 4 Controllers Controllers for the Playstation 4 console. Check availability Sewing Machine Coming soon! Check availability Universal Waite Tarot Kit A tarot deck and guide book for beginners Check availability WorldPen Coming soon! Check availability Chromebook Laptop A lightweight, simple laptop running the Chrome operating system. Check availability Cricut Mini Heat Press Coming soon! Check availability Fountain Tarot Kit A deck of Fountain tarot cards Check availability Kill-A-Watt Electricity Usage Monitor An electricity monitor that can assess how efficient your appliances are. Check availability Mobile Document Scanner The CUTEST little mobile document scanner for on the go scanning! Able to scan Scans color and black and white documents at up to 16 pages per minute. Brother scanning software installation required for use. Check availability Personal Amplifier Amplifies sounds closest to the listener while reducing background noise. Ideal for one-on-one conversation, small-group and television listening, or conversing in the car Check availability Playstation 5 Controllers Controllers for the Playstation 5 console. Check availability Soil Tester Test your soil before planting! This 4-in-1 meter measures soil pH, moisture, temperature, and light to help you plan your garden layout. Check availability White Noise Machine An ambient noise machine intended to mask disruptive environmental noises so you can relax or sleep more easily. Check availability Xbox Controllers Controllers for the Xbox console. Check availability

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  • Access to Justice | turnerfreelibrary

    Dial-A-Story The Turner Free Library is proud to partner with the Massachusetts Trial Court to offer access to virtual court services through the Access to Justice library initiative. The Access to Justice initiative works to ensure that all members of our community have equitable access to court resources, including virtual services. Through the Access to Justice website you can: look up case information, join a remote hearing, get help from the court service centers and front desks, find court forms, and more. Printing and Reserving a Private Space at the Turner Free Library to Attend Court Remotely More information about printing services and costs at the Turner Free Library. Turner Free Library card holders can reserve the Meeting Pod or the Turner Free Studio as a private, quiet spaces to attend court remotely. For assistance in reserving a space without a library card, please email ralib@ocln.org or call 781-961-0932, ext. 4. Due to the popularity of these spaces, please make a reservation as far in advance as possible.

  • What to Read | Randolph | Turner Free Library

    Need book suggestions for what to read nest? Check out these suggested sites or get your personal recommendations from a librarian by filling out our form. Nouvo Arive Want to stay up-to-date on all new releases? Subscribe to our book newsletters! Select any and all genres you're interested in to receive monthly updates on what's new and novel. Register Reading & Resource Lists ALSC Recommendations Lists of books recommended by the Association for Library Service to Children Award Winners for Kids Book and media award winners, including the recipients of the Caldecott, Carnegie, and Newbery Medals Haitian Heritage Month Books for adults, kids, and teens in English and Haitian Creole New Release Newsletters Want to stay up-to-date on all new releases? Subscribe to our book newsletters! Select any and all genres you're interested in to receive monthly updates on what's new and novel. Quick Reads (Hi-Lo) High-interest, low-readability (Hi-Lo) books for teens and adults Women's History Books and films relating to the Women's Suffrage Centennial and the ongoing struggle for equal rights APIA Heritage Books and films celebrating Asian and Pacific Islander American heritage Black Lives, Black History Books, films, websites, and more celebrating the history and contributions of Black Americans Health Literacy & Equity Books, ebooks, and websites providing evidence-based health information NoveList K-8 Plus Read-alikes, grade level, and reading level suggestions for kids in kindergarten through eighth grade School Required Reading Books assigned for summer reading by local schools Addiction and Recovery Local resources and books about addiction and recovery Caribbean-American Heritage Books and films celebrating Caribbean-American heritage Job Seekers Books and websites for job seekers NoveList Plus Read-alikes and suggestions for teens and adults TFL Recommendations Personalized recommendations from Turner Free Library's librarians Anti-Racism Books, films, and websites for anyone interested in taking a stand against racial prejudice and intolerance Grief and Loss Books and online resources for those who are experiencing a loss or grieving NPR's Books We Love Yearly guide to NPR's favorite reads Pride Month LGBTQIA+ books and movies for Pride Month Teen Book Finder Award winning books, audiobooks, and films for teens 12-18

  • Library Policies | Randolph | Turner Free Library

    Learn about the Turner Free Library's effective policies as well as all long-range planning for the library! Règleman Bibliyotèk Bibliyotèk Turner gratis te devlope yon seri de politik pou bay konsèy sou itilizasyon materyèl li yo, ekipman yo, fasilite yo, ak lakou yo, epi pou enfòme pwoteksyon dwa ak sekirite kliyan bibliyotèk yo, volontè yo, ak anplwaye yo. (...) Tout tradiksyon yo konplete pa volontè bibliyotèk devwe ak ekspè nan lang, si ou ta renmen sèvi kòm volontè sèvis tradiksyon ou nan bibliyotèk la tanpri kontakte direktè a nan spwright@ocln.org . Achiv (...) Achiv Règleman Koleksyon (...) Achiv Règleman Lekti Sal (...) Bibliyotèk Materyèl (...) Règleman sikilasyon | Politica de Circulacion Règleman Devlopman Koleksyon (...) Règleman Kat Pwofesè a (...) Plan Long Range FY21 Pwovizwa Plan Estratejik | PIan Teknik pou Ane Fiskal 2021 an | Plan Estratégico Interino Año Fiskal 21 | Kế hoạch chiến lược tạm thời năm tài chính 2021 (...) Reyinyon Chanm yo (...) Règleman sou reyinyon sal la (...) Sekirite & Sekirite (...) Règleman sou konpòtman ki apwopriye | Pwotokòl pou Konpòtman ki Kòrèk | Política de comportamiento apropiado de usuarios | Hành vi ứng xử phù hợp (...) Règleman Sèvi ak Entènèt Règleman sou enfòmasyon prive Patwon (...) Règleman sou timoun ki an sekirite | Pwotokòl pou Asire Sekirite Timoun | Política para la seguridad de los niños | Chính sách An toàn cho Trẻ em (...) Jesyon Medya Sosyal ak Règleman Angajman Patwon (...) Deklarasyon sou ras ak ekite sosyal Adopte pa Komisyon Konsèy administratè 07/07/2020 (...)

  • Contact | turnerfreelibrary

    Dial-A-Story Library Director Sharon Parrington Wright 781-961-0932 ext. 5 spwright@ocln.org Head of Children's Services Samantha Boucher 781-961-0932 ext. 6 sboucher@randolph.ocln.org Young Adult Engagement Manager Joanne E. Batson 781-961-0932 ext. 7 jbatson@randolph.ocln.org Outreach Manager Avian Deane 781-961-0932 ext. 8 adeane@randolph.ocln.org Circulation Manager May Seeto 781-961-0932 mseeto@randolph.ocl n.org Turner Free Library Archives library@randolph.ocln.org

  • Digital Media Lab | turnerfreelibrary

    The Studio offers free access to state of the art music, video, and design software as well as instruments and learning resources. Dial-A-Story Turner gratis estidyo a se yon estidyo medya dijital ouvè a tout rezidan Randolph. Objektif li se kiltive yon apwòch kominote ki santre sou kreyasyon dijital, bay yon espas pou edikasyon teknoloji avanse, ak ankouraje kolaborasyon ant kantite abondan nan atis ak jèn adilt nan Randolph. Studio a ofri aksè gratis nan eta de mizik atizay la, videyo, ak lojisyèl konsepsyon kòm byen ke enstriman mizik ak resous aprantisaj. Studio Itilize Règleman Ekipman Lojisyèl / Leson patikilye Resous Kreyasyon gratis Liv gratis Studio Tan

  • RPS Randolph Reads | turnerfreelibrary

    Klike sou lekòl ou anba a pou wè kondisyon lekti ete yo. (...) (...) Lekòl Obligatwa Lis Lekti pandan ete Randolph Community Middle School Ebooks ki disponib sou Hoopla Audiobooks ki disponib sou Hoopla Ebooks ki disponib ak odyobouk sou Overdrive Randolph Lekòl Segondè Ebooks ki disponib sou Hoopla Audiobooks ki disponib sou Hoopla Ebooks ki disponib ak odyobouk sou Overdrive Akademi Thayer Lekòl presegondè Lekòl Segondè Blue Hills Rejyonal Lekòl Teknik Holbrook Middle High School Klas 6yèm ak 7yèm ane Klas 8yèm ak 9yèm ane Klas 10 ak 11 Klas 12 Randolph Reads is an annual summer reading program designed to inspire community, connection, and a love of reading while exploring important themes. This year, our stories have been chosen because they inspire joy and remind us of the importance of play and imagination! RPS students will receive a copy of the book in June or they can borrow copies from the Turner Free Library! Randolph Reads is a collaboration between Randolph Public Schools, Turner Free Library, and Randolph Community Programs 2025 Books:

  • Frequently Asked Questions | turnerfreelibrary

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) We love questions, it's part of our job as librarians! We've put together some of the most common questions and answers we get here at the Turner Free Library but we're always happy to help you find out more information if your question isn't answered here! Library Access & Borrowing Facilities & Services Programs & Passes Getting Involved How do I get a library card? Apply for a physical library card at either of the Turner Free Library's help desks with your photo ID and proof of current address! Children under the age of 12: must apply in person at the library with a parent or guardian. The child’s parent or legal guardian must present their own photo ID and proof of current address. Young adults ages 12 to 17: may present a school ID or driver’s license to verify both their identity and address. Young adults may apply for a library card with or without a parent or guardian present. Can’t make it to the Turner Free Library in person? Sign up for an eCard to use our electronic resources. If you want to borrow physical materials, you can upgrade to a physical card in person. I forgot my PIN! How do I reset it? By default PINs are OCLN but you can also reset your PIN online: 1. First, go online to catalog.ocln.org 2.Click the "log in" option, which should be near the top-right corner of the screen 3. Click "forgot my PIN" when the login window pop ups to receive a password reset email! My books/audiobooks/movies are overdue, what will happen? The Library has removed late fines on overdue books, DVDs, audiobooks, magazines, or video games owned by the Turner Free Library. Some of the items in the “Library of Things” collection accrue fines as indicated on the item labels, but please contact Library staff with any questions. Please note: Materials owned by other OCLN libraries may have varying fines based on the library that owns the item. For more information, check your loan receipt or view your library account online via the OCLN website . I lost or damaged a library item, what do I do? Library materials are used regularly and we know that sometimes mean they get lost or damaged. You’ll be responsible for the cost of replacing the item, but in many cases, the Turner Free Library is able to accept the donation of a replacement item in lieu of a replacement fee. The replacement copy must be new and it must be the same as the lost item. For instance, a patron must provide a hardcover book to replace a hardcover book. Please contact Library staff with questions about what donated replacement items can be accepted. Parents/guardians are responsible for all materials checked out on the cards of their children Please note: Other OCLN libraries may have varying charges and replacement policies; please contact the owning library for more information. Can I borrow a WiFi hotspot? Yes! You can borrow WiFi hotspots and many other items from our "Library of Things" collection , including technology, games, and much more! Due to their significant popularity, hotspots may only be borrowed for one week and there is a $5.00/day late fee. How do I borrow an eBook? You can check out an eBook using any of the resources on our Digital Books, Movies, Games, & More page. You will need to use your library card number and PIN to sign up for a free account, and in most cases you will need to install an app on your device. Some of our most popular resources are: Libby Borrow ebooks, audiobooks, magazines, and more for free with Libby, the library reading app. Hoopla Borrow and enjoy audiobooks, eBooks, comics, movies, TV, magazines, or music for free with your library card! Kanopy Stream movies for free online! Choose from nearly 30,000 films, including world cinema and documentaries. Can you tell me what items are checked out or overdue on my child/spouse/relative's library card? No, while we will be happy to call, email, or mail a list of those items to the card holder using the contact information listed on their library account, Turner Free Library staff are required to protect the confidentiality of library records under Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 78, Section 7 . Under state law, “that part of the records of a public library which reveals the identity and intellectual pursuits of a person using such library shall not be a public record…." and Library staff are not permitted to disclose information about an individual's use of library materials, facilities, or services to anyone but the user or pursuant to subpoena, court order or where otherwise required by statute. Library staff can only disclose circulation, registration information, and information retrieval records to: The cardholder (with card or other proper identification). NOTE: This is regardless of age or relationship. For example, parents cannot be told what materials a child has checked out without the child’s consent. Staff of Old Colony Library Network acting within the scope of their duties in the administration of the library system, and in facilitating interlibrary loans. Representatives of any local, state, or federal government; pursuant to subpoena or search warrant authorized under the authority of federal, state, or local law; relating to civil, criminal, or investigative power. Upon receipt of any such subpoena or search warrant, the Library Director will consult with legal counsel to determine if the subpoena or search warrant is in proper form, and if there is a valid basis for its issuance, before providing confidential information. For more information, please view our Patron Privacy Policy . I forgot my library card, can I still pick up my holds or borrow other library materials? Yes, if you can provide a Massachusetts driver’s license or state ID. For children under the age of 12, a parent/guardian must provide their Massachusetts driver’s license or state ID. The child must be present or the parent/guardian must have been previously added to the “care of” line on the child’s account. Young adults ages 12 to 17 can present a Massachusetts driver’s license or school ID (such as a physical card or via an app such as PowerSchool) to meet this requirement. Can my child/spouse/neighbor/friend's pick up my library materials for me? Yes, but only if you have previously confirmed an authorized user by requesting that a specific individual be added to the "care of" line on your library account. Authorized users are only able to borrow on hold items and must use their own OCLN cards for any additional borrowing or other use of library services (e.g. computer access, reservations of the Turner Free Studio, replacing library cards, etc). The card holder remains responsible for ensuring that all materials are returned or be subject to late fines or a replacement fee for the item. What does it mean for a library card to be "in good standing"? A library card in good standing means there are no blocks on the card. A block could be in place for a number of reasons including but not limited to: an expired card, multiple overdue items, or replacement cost fine(s) greater than $15.00. Is my public computer use tracked? No, the Turner Free Library does not log public computer use beyond confirming that a valid library card number was entered. After logging out of one of the Library's public computers, all files as well as all local data (i.e. browsing history, downloads, etc) is deleted and cannot be recovered. The Library also does not track internet access on its public WiFi network or Chromebooks. For more information, please view the Library's Patron Privacy and Internet Safety and Computer Use policies. Use of some Library systems, such as printing, and associated apps may generate usage records. For each print job, the document name, page count, and associated printing cost is recorded in the Library's printing system. Pending print jobs remain active only until the end of the Library's business day, and the print system's job log and transaction history is purged monthly. Library services such as Libby, Hoopla, Kanopy, and others have their own privacy policies and we encourage you to visit the vendor's website or to contact Library staff for assistance. Additionally, the Old Colony Library Network (OCLN) has a publicly-available privacy policy which outlines the scope and use of any visitor data collected on OCLN sites.

  • Printing | turnerfreelibrary

    Dial-A-Story The Turner Free Library offers black and white and color printing services. The cost per page is $0.15 for black and white and $0.50 for color printing. Read on for information about how to print your documents! Printing From Library Computers Printing From Your Own Devices Printing From Library Computers 1. See library staff to create a printing account if you don't already have one. Your account will be under your library card or guest pass number. 2. Send your document to the printer, selecting the black and white or color printer as needed. You may also select single or double-sided printing, and the number of copies you would like printed. 3. Double-check the print preview on your computer; what you see on the screen is what will print. Library staff cannot offer refunds. 4. On the confirmation popup, check to ensure that the number of pages and the price is correct, then click "print." 5. Go to the print release station near the library's help desk and log in with your library card or guest pass number. 6. Deposit change or bills into the coin-op machine. 7. Select individual documents to print, or click the “print all documents” button. 8. Click “log out” once you are finished. If you have change, you can choose to have it returned to you or saved to your printing account. Printing From Your Own Devices 1. See library staff to create a printing account if you don't already have one. Your account will be under your library card number. 2. Go online to bit.ly/tflprinter and follow the instructions for your device type. 3. Send your document to the printer, selecting the black and white or color printer as needed. Double-check the print preview on your device. Library staff cannot offer refunds. 4. When prompted, log in with the following information: Username: your library card number Password: OCLN 5. There is no confirmation screen; instead go to the print release station and log in with your account information. 6. Deposit change or bills into the coin-op machine. 7. Select individual documents to print or click the “print all documents” button. 8. Click “logout” once you are finished. If you have change, you can choose to have it returned to you or saved to your printing account.

  • Friends of the Library | Randolph | Turner Free Library

    The Turner Free Library Friends group fundraises for the library, providing access to even more free programming for the town. Zanmi Bibliyotèk la Zanmi Bibliyotèk Turner gratis la se yon gwoup volontè san bi likratif ki sipòte bibliyotèk piblik Randolph, MA nan ranmase lajan, pwogramasyon, gwoup diskisyon liv, ak defans kominotè. Nou ap aktivman kap chèche nouvo manm yo ede avèk anpil inisyativ enteresan benefisye moun yo nan Randolph, epi nou ankouraje w kontakte nou nan friendsoftfl@gmail.com . Donations Book Sales Online Store Donations Thank you for your support! The Friends of the Turner Free Library is a registered 501(c)3 non-profit and donations are tax deductible. Monetary donations can be made online via Paypal or by check or cash at the Turner Free Library. If you would like to make a donation in honor of a person or organization, please put their name in the donation box in the payment form. If you would like them or their family to be notified, please email their name and mailing address to friendsoftfl@gmail.com . The Friends of the Turner Free Library are also delighted to accept donations of books and DVDs in gift-worthy condition. The Friends are unable to accept donations of items that are: Dirty Moldy or have a cigarette smell Burnt or water damaged Damaged or missing covers or pages Excessive writing, markings, or highlighting Computer, language, or travel books more than 3 years old Textbooks more than 5 years old VHS or Cassette Tapes Magazines or workbooks Encyclopedias Donations can be dropped off in bins next to the Children's Help Desk at the library or in the book donation bin at the Zapustas Ice Arena (240 North Street). The Friends greatly appreciate your donations but are unable to to make pick ups. Online Store Support your library in style ! Check out the Friends of the Library’s online store for fun, library-themed merch. Every purchase helps fund library programs and discounted museum passes—so you can show your love and make a difference. Shop Ongoing Book Sale The Friends of the Turner Free Library offer an ongoing book sale all year long! Be sure to visit their shelves, located on the library's second floor, regularly for great deals on books for all ages! Biannual Book Sale Twice a year, in May and November, the Friends of the Library host a large book sale with some amazing deals! Subscribe to the Library's enewsletter and follow the library on social media for scheduling information. 2025 book sale dates: Saturday, May 3rd, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Saturday, November 1st, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

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