Using Your Library
eResources
Ask about Ireland
Access From: Anywhere
Access How: Website
Brings the Ireland of the past alive and provides information on all aspects of Ireland today, including exciting content from Ireland’s public libraries, museums and archives. The site also hosts Griffiths Valuation.
Borrowbox
Access From: Anywhere
Access How: DLR Library Card Number and PIN; also with the Borrowbox app
URL: dunlaoghaire.borrowbox.com
Along with eBooks and eAudiobooks, you can read online newspapers and magazines via the ePress section.
Download digital books from some of the world’s most popular authors directly to your smartphone/tablet via the BorrowBox app. You can also log in via Internet browser.
British Newspaper Archive
Access from: LexIcon only
Access how: You will need to register. Our subscription is just for one 'seat' (only one user active at any one time).
Business.ie
Access from: LexIcon only
Access how: Please ask library staff for assistance
Business.ie is Ireland's largest business contact database of over 102,340 companies and 37,380 executive contacts. Search businesses by category, location, employee size and executive role.
Comics
Access From: Anywhere
Access How: Libby App/Website; DLR Library Card Number and PIN
URL: libbyapp.com
Comics are available in eBook format from the Libby app and website
Dictionary of Irish Biography
Encyclopedia Britannica
Access From: Anywhere
Access How: DLR Library Card Number
URL: Various, see below
Includes thousands of searchable articles and related websites selected by Encyclopaedia Britannica authors. Three editions to choose from; Adult, Student or Junior. You will need your library card number to use this service.
ePress
Access From: Anywhere
Access How: Borrowbox App/Website; DLR Library Card Number and PIN
URL: dunlaoghaire.borrowbox.com
Freegal
Access From: Anywhere
Access How: DLR Library Card Number and PIN
URL: dlr.freegal.com
Freegal is a free music streaming service offered by dlr libraries.
Freegal gives users access to over 15 million songs across 40,000 labels, including Sony Music's catalogue of legendary artists, plus over 40,000 music videos. Streaming is unlimited plus you can download and keep up to five songs every week. You can download videos too, with each video counting as two out of your five weekly download allowance.
You can download the Freegal Music app from the Apple App Store, the Google Play Store, and on Amazon. Please choose Dun Laoghaire or Ireland as your location when you open the app, then select Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Library Service from the list presented. Freegal is compatible with most devices.
Help pages are available on the main site through a FAQ section and a direct contact submission form is available via the app, under "Freegal music support"
For library card related queries, please contact: librarybib@dlrcoco.ie
Please enjoy!
Findmypast
Access from: DLR Branches Only
Access how: No sign up / login required. Subscription allows for five 'seats' (simultaneous users)
URL: www.findmypast.ie
This is the world's most comprehensive Irish family history website, based in Dublin, providing easy-to-search, online access to some of the most significant Irish records that have ever been made available. Findmypast gives DLR members access to the 'Ireland Collection' which is the largest collection of Irish family records online (over 100 million) with additional records also available from the 'World Collection'.
Irish Newspaper Archives
Access from: DLR Branches Only
Access how: No Login Required
URL: archive.irishnewsarchive.com
The world’s largest online database of Irish newspapers. Includes many of Ireland's leading national, regional and out of print titles from the 1700s to the present. Includes a link to the resource 'Radical Newspapers'.
Irish Times
It's Lit Blog
Access From: Anywhere
Access How: Website; No Login Required
Here you can find young adult book reviews by dlr Libraries staff. We strive to bring you a wide selection of titles, new and old, fiction, non-fiction, graphic novels, poetry. We’ll make sure to include links to Libraries Ireland catalogue and, where possible, BorrowBox, Overdrive and uLibrary, so you can access the books straight away.
JSTOR
Access from: DLR Branches Only
Access how: Website; No Login Required
URL: www.jstor.org
JSTOR provides access to academic journal articles, books and primary sources. The only subject fully available on our public PCs is Irish Studies, covering approximately 49 journals and 62 books.
Kanopy
Access From: Anywhere
Access How: DLR Library Card Number and PIN
URL: www.kanopy.com/en/dlrcoco
Kanopy provides instant access to thousands of critically acclaimed movies, documentaries and shows for children. Partnering with studios like A24, The Criterion Collection, PBS and more, there is sure to be something for everyone in the family to enjoy.
dlr library patrons can easily access this new service with their library card, and all for free!
You will have 10 credits per month to watch movies, series, and documentaries and you can stream Kanopy on any of your favorite devices. Kanopy is accessible via mobile and tablet apps for iPhone and Android. You can also access Kanopy on your desktop, as well as SmartTV apps like Roku, Apple TV and Fire Stick.
Please note the 10 credit limit cannot be increased if used up before month’s end. Further instructions can be found at the link HERE. For any card access enquiries, please email librarybib@dlrcoco.ie
Libby/Overdrive Books and Audiobooks
Access From: Anywhere;
Access How: Libby App/Website; DLR Library Card Number and PIN
URL: libbyapp.com
Libby offer a large selection of eBook and audiobook titles. You can now also read online magazines and Comics/Graphic Novels via the Libby Magazine, and Comics sections respectively.
The desktop version is at the dlr Libraries Libby home page and the Libby app can be downloaded via Google Play and the App Store.
Please note that Kindle e-reader devices are not compatible with this service in Ireland (Kindle Fire tablets should allow you to download the Libby app).
To use Libby/OverDrive, you will need your library card number and PIN. Help pages are available on the site and you may also contact overdrive@dlrcoco.ie with any queries.
DLR citizens who wish to become members can join online HERE, where they will be given a temporary library card number and can generate a PIN, or by visiting one of our
library branches. Please note that temporary cards from joining online will need to be replaced with a physical card, within one month, in order to continue to use the service as a DLR library patron.
Libby Magazines
Access From: Anywhere
Access How: Libby App/Website; DLR Library Card Number and PIN
URL: libbyapp.com
Lote4Kids
Access From: Anywhere
Access How: DLR Library Card Number
URL: lote4kids.com
LOTE4Kids is a library eResource that allows kids to learn a language and connect with books through the magic of storytelling. You can choose from thousands of audio-picture books in 50+ languages, together with English translations.
Medici.tv
Access From: Anywhere
Access How: DLR Library Card Number and PIN
URL: connect.liblynx.com/wayfless/medicitv?lcard=DLRLibraries
medici.tv is the leading video streaming service in classical music, dance and jazz, with thousands of videos of concerts, operas, ballet, jazz and masterclasses. As well as videos, there are more than 100 live events broadcast every year. Something for everyone!
Newspapers
Access From: Anywhere
Access How: Borrowbox App/Website; DLR Library Card Number and PIN
Official Driver Theory Test
Revision materials for the latest version of the Official Driver Theory Test are now available in dlr Libraries.
Library members can study the material and take practice tests using the Official Theory Test software.
Car/Bike Theory tests: available in all branches
Bus/Truck Theory tests: available in Lexicon, Ballyogan, Blackrock and Dundrum
These resources are free to use and are an excellent way to help you prepare for your test.
Note: The software is available on specific PCs. Please contact your local branch if you would like to book a session in advance.
The Official Driver Theory Test book can also be ordered from any dlr library or though our online catalogue dlr.spydus.ie
Online Resources Available in Branch Only
Access From: DLR Branches only
Access How:
Oxford Dictionaries
Access From: Anywhere
Access How: DLR Library Card Number
Oxford Dictionaries of Family Names
Podcasts
Tumblebook Library
Transparent Languages Online
Access From: Anywhere
Access How: Library card number
Transparent Language Online 'features a scientifically proven methodology, the widest variety of high-quality learning materials, and seamless integration of real-life language used by native speakers, all packaged together in an easy-to-use interface'.
If you are a previous RBdigital user that had accessed Transparent Language Online through RBdigital, you will need to perform a password reset in order to gain access to your account and your learning history. This is a one-time password reset and when you come back to the Transparent Language Online login page, you will be able to access Transparent Language Online with your username and new password.
There is also a Transparent Languages Online app available, and no changes will need to be made by users who already avail of the app.
Universal Class
Access From: Anywhere
Access How: Library card number
Universal Class offers patrons a unique online education experience and it is available free of charge to all dlr Libraries members. With a growing catalogue of over 400 courses, Universal Class is committed to providing the highest quality online training. Over 300,000 students around the world have benefited from Universal Class’ unique instructional technologies. With real instructors guiding the learning, engaging video-based lessons, a collaborative learning environment, graded lesson tests, certificates of achievement and Continuing Education Units available for selected courses, students enjoy an engaging and measurable learning experience that helps them master and document their educational goals.
Courses are available in accounting, business, psychology, exercise and fitness, entrepreneurship, arts and music, home and garden care, cooking, computers and technology, health and medicine, writing skills, law and legal, parenting and family, pet and animal care…plus 100s more.
The service provides high quality online courses to help you learn the skills needed to achieve your goals. Courses include lessons, exams, assignments, discussion boards and an instructor to help you master the learning outcomes.
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