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Mission/Vision

Creating a climate lifelong learning and community enrichment. Engage. Educate. Empower. The possibilities are endless.

Responsibility

The Roanoke Public Libraries will enhance the quality of life and promote the well being of the community by providing a wide range of informational, educational and cultural services, resources, and programming.





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Star City Reads

Library EBooks are available for Kindle, Nook, IOS, and Android devices!
Check one out today!
Get help getting library ebooks on your device

Click here to access EbscoHost, a wide selection of books and articles you can read directly in your web browser!
You will need to enter your library card number and create an EbscoHost account to save your notes, bookmarks, etc.

The Libraries also offer access to America's News - providing you with free access to articles from the Roanoke Times 1990-present!
Click here to access this great new resource!

UniversalClass, the Roanoke Public Libraries' newest online service.

Features of Universal Class:
    • Over 500 Courses Available (from ABC's of Algebra to Yoga 101)
    • Real Instructors with Continual Feedback
    • Engaging Video-based Lessons
    • Lesson Exams and Stimulating Writing Assignments
    • Collaborative Learning Environment
    • Certificates of Achievement
    • Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
    • See listing of classes offered

NEW USERS - Roanoke Public Libraries UniversalClass Registration
All new users must click on the link above to register and receive free access



'the spot' Library Magazine

'the dot' Computer Classes
RVL.Info - Library Catalog
Download EBooks and Audiobooks