Glendale Library

When you can't come to the library, the library can come to you! Take advantage of our many options for entertainment, education, and information while staying at home.

Although all of these resources are free, some of them require a Glendale Public Library card for access. 

Don't have a library card? Get an eCard from home! After submitting this application form, you will receive a response containing your new eCard number and PIN within two business days. 

Digital Library

The Digital Library is always open 24/7. Read eBooks and magazines, listen to audiobooks and music, and watch streaming videos through the providers listed below.  We even have online comic books! See below for details.

For free access to digital library content, you will need your library card barcode (the number on the back of your library card) and PIN number. Your PIN is the last four digits of your phone number, unless you requested a different four-digit number when you received your card.

Visit our Digital Library page for more information about these resources, including help documents, getting started guides, and "how-to" videos.

Distance Learning Databases

Need to help your children with their schoolwork? Featured below, the Glendale Public Library offers everything from live online homework help from qualified tutors via Brainfuse HelpNow, to language learning with Rocket Languages.

To see the full range of our online resources, please visit our Databases page. As a special bonus, Ancestry Library Edition is now available from home for your genealogical research through March 31, 2021, and will be re-evaluated as needed. 

You will need your library card barcode (the number on the back of your library card) and PIN number for free access to these resources. Your PIN is the last four digits of your phone number, unless you requested a different four-digit number when you received your card. 

Need some help getting started? Try our "how-to" video below. We've also compiled a list of great Learning@Home websites which don't require a login.

Library Programs & Events Online

Are you missing our storytimes, concerts, crafts, and other great events? Then enjoy our virtual versions below and keep checking back for more!

To view our entire virtual program schedule, including both video conferencing programs and prerecorded programs, please check our Calendar of Events.

Live Video Conferencing Programs

These live, interactive programs take place at a specific time on Zoom, an online video conferencing platform. You must register in advance for these programs. The library staff member running the program will email you a link to access the event before it begins.

Prerecorded Programs

Our prerecorded videos are available to watch 24/7! You can also browse through most of our prerecorded videos on our YouTube playlists (Arts, Music & More; Level-Up for Teens; Kid Stuff: Storytimes, Crafts & Performances; Virtual Book Buddies; and Help & Tutorials).

Kids can also check out our new Storyline service below to listen to stories by phone!

Virtual Special Events

These virtual special events are generally a mix of live Zoom and prerecorded programs. The live programs are usually recorded for later viewing as well, so you can catch up later if you like, or just enjoy the experience all over again.

Digital Displays & Staff Picks

Looking for something good to read, watch, or listen to while you're stuck at home and can't browse our shelves? Our Digital Display videos recommend materials about timely topics, while our Friday Digital Staff Picks videos recommend both digital and traditional books, audiobooks, movies, and music selected by us here at Glendale Public Library. Many titles are available in the Greater Phoenix Digital Library or hoopla digital.

Can't quite find what you're looking for? Try Novelist Plus for great reading recommendations or try our Readers Concierge service for personalized recommendations from our staff.

Coronavirus Information & Resources

Find the latest news about facility closures, community and business resources, public health resources, and more.