Let’s make sure everyone in Bucks County has access to the library! Refer a friend to the Bucks County Free Library during Library Card Sign-Up Month (September), and you’ll both be entered to win tote bags of library goodies, including a t-shirt, water bottle, mug, bookmarks, and more. When your friend picks up their library […]
Keep Your Child’s Summer Reading Habit Going
Did your young reader rise to the challenge of summer reading? Help them maintain that habit during the school year! Even with a full schedule of homework, after-school activities and family time, caregivers can use some time-tested strategies to keep kids reading year-round. Bucks County Free Library’s children’s services coordinator, Kate Transue, offers these tips […]
Board Games for Bookworms
As readers, we know the fun of immersing ourselves in the worlds created by our favorite authors. But sometimes you need a break from the page! These board games put you in the role of storyteller, or send you deep into the mind of a beloved literary character. For a fun evening with your friends […]
I’m having trouble using Kanopy or Mango Languages.
These resources are offered by libraries that are independent of the Bucks County Free Library. Reach out to the library where you got your library card for assistance.
When I try to borrow an item in hoopla, I get an error message telling me to contact the library.
Try logging out of the hoopla app and logging back in with your hoopla account password. If you still see this message, visit the Settings section, re-enter your library card’s PIN, and select Save.
Why can’t I set up a hoopla account?
Hoopla is available only for residents of Bucks County. If you obtained a Bucks County library card by presenting a library card from a library outside the county, or you work/own a business in Bucks County but don’t reside in the county, hoopla will not be available for you. Your home library may offer hoopla […]
I suddenly can’t log into cloudLibrary. What’s going on?
Your library card may be up for renewal. This happens every few years so that library staff can verify your address. You can check with your local library to see if your card is up for renewal. If so, you’ll need to present proof of identity and Bucks County residency, such as a driver’s license.
How to Avoid Passport Scams
As travel continues to increase after the “pandemic pause,” many American citizens are rushing to get U.S. passports. That’s good news for scammers and identity thieves who prey on travelers desperate to obtain a new or renewed passport before a trip. Passport applications ask for sensitive personal information, including: Identity thieves can use this information […]
I can no longer access my online account or e-resources. What’s going on?
Your library card may be up for renewal. This happens every few years so library staff can confirm your contact information. Staff will be happy to renew your library card in-person at any of our locations. Please bring current photo ID, such as a driver’s license. Once your card has been renewed, you should be able […]
Earn Your Summer Quest Badges with These Resources
Do you have what it takes to earn all 6 limited edition Summer Quest badges? This summer’s badges will take you deep into the world of cooking, comics, cinema and more! To earn badges, complete two listed activities from each badge on the teen/adult summer reading log. If you’re helping an elementary school student earn […]