GREENVILLE – Did you know you can check out more than just books at Greenville
Public Library? And no, we’re not talking about movies, audiobooks, or magazines. We
also offer other items such as Blu-Ray players, RocketPen Readers, Stay Sharp Kits,
and a telescope!
Blu-Ray players are available to any adult with a valid library card. They will play any of
the DVDs or Blu-rays from our collection. You can check one out at the Circulation
Desk for one week; however, they must be returned inside and are not to be left in the
Drop Box.
Our newest addition for checkout is the RocketPen Reader! These handy portable
Assistive scanning devices are perfect for people with reading difficulties, such as
dyslexia, and language learners.
The RocketPen Readers can help in many ways, including: text-to-speech, breaking
words down by syllables, spelling, definitions, and translations. They offer a large
character display and can be used with earbuds for privacy.
To use the Reader, all you have to do is scan the word or line of text and it will do the
rest. Everything you need to use the pen is included. It comes with an instructional
guide and a charging cord. Headphones and earbuds are not included.
Readers can be checked out at the Circulation Desk by asking one of our friendly
librarians. They are available for three weeks, but are not eligible for renewal.
We also have our Stay Sharp Kits, which are made with senior citizens in mind.
Donated by the Friends of the Library, these fun totes are themed and filled with
activities that will help improve short-term memory and overall mental speed. Kits
include books, puzzles, games, and more on themes such as Let’s Move!, Gardening,
Handyman, and Stories.
Last, but not least, is our telescope. This item can only be checked out by an adult and
must be buckled into your car for transport. It is available for one week at a time at the
Circulation Desk and cannot be renewed.
For more information on any of these items, call the library at (937) 548-3915!
