Our epop-up library offers free, seven-day access to digital titles curated by our Oak Park librarians. Using a phone or tablet, community members scan a QR code to download and read ebooks from wherever they are. No library card is needed.
Access digital ebooks in English & Spanish
Where can I find an epop-up library? Thrive Counseling Center, 120 S. Marion St., Oak Park.
Who can use this service? Anyone with a device to download and read ebooks, from wherever they are. This service does not require an Oak Park Public Library card.
How do I access ebooks? Using your phone or tablet’s camera, scan the QR code. Then click on the QR code to go to the login site.
When can I download items? Anytime.
Do I need a library card to sign up? No, you use your email address and create a password to use this service.
Technical FAQs
What are the password requirements? Passwords must be at least eight digits and include an upper case character, a lower case character, and one number.
What if I forget my password? Your user information is sent to you through the email you provided at sign-up and includes your password. Check your email’s spam folder if you don’t see an email. If you continue having trouble with your account, please contact us.
How do I check out an item? Use the link in the email provided at sign-up to return to the website to continue reading or find more material.
How long will my registration last? Registration is seven days to access the material; that access expires after 14 days.
Can I re-register my account? Yes, you can sign up again using the QR code after your original registration expires.
How long can I keep my checked-out item? You can keep your item for seven days.
Do I need WiFi to read or listen to my items? No, you can use cellular data to read or listen to items.
Why offer this service?
“Partnering with the Oak Park Public Library’s digital library is an opportunity for Thrive clients to access digital reading materials at any time, including while they wait for services,” says Daisy Rios, Thrive’s Clinical Program Manager in Youth Services. “Families who spend time together at our agency will have this great resource for parent-child connection.”
