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So What's all the Hoopla about Hoopla?

So, what’s all the “hoopla” you’re hearing about Hoopla!?!

Hoopla is a digital media service that lets you borrow movies, TV shows, music, audiobooks, eBooks, and comics to enjoy on your computer, tablet, or smartphone. With no holds and unlimited simultaneous users, everyone can enjoy the same title at the same time!

You can stream content instantly or download it to your mobile device for offline enjoyment. With hundreds of thousands of titles and new ones added daily, there's always something...

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Library roofing project begins

Library Roofing Project Begins — Access & Safety Are Our Top Priorities

The Petoskey District Library is excited to announce that our much-needed roofing project is officially underway! While the work will bring some temporary changes to building access, the library will remain open throughout the project, and patron safety and accessibility are our top priorities.

5/20 update: Our back alley book drop is closed during Library hours today while construction on the back of the building is underway....

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Library Expands Access With Roku Devices

Petoskey District Library expands access with Roku devices

Petoskey District Library (PDL) is pleased to announce the launch of its new Roku lending service, further expanding access to streaming content for their cardholders. PDL patrons can now check out Roku devices loaded with popular streaming channels and services, all at no cost with a library card.

A Roku is a streaming device that allows users to watch TV shows, movies, and more using the internet on their TVs. This new offering adds to...

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Traveling Art Exhibit Coming in May

In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month in May, Petoskey District Library (PDL) is hosting the statewide traveling art show “Creative Minds Changing Minds,” sponsored by the Community Mental Health Association of Michigan (CMHAM). North Country Community Mental Health (NCCMH) is hosting the northern Michigan tour during the month of May, with a stop at Petoskey District Library May 8-15.

Artworks by Martin Kiper of Levering and Melody Pruett of Pellston were selected by NCCMH to represent six...

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National Library Week Kickoff April 6

Get Drawn to Petoskey District Library during National Library Week

National Library Week, April 6–12, is a time to celebrate the many ways libraries bring people together, spark imagination, and support lifelong learning. The community is invited to get drawn in and join the celebration for two special art-themed events on Sunday, April 6.

Visit the library lobby at 1 p.m. for a unique storytelling experience with artist Martina Hahn. In this one-hour interactive painting demonstration, Hahn...

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