Oak Park’s ePop-Up Library gives community members immediate access to digital newspapers, magazines & ebooks, no library card or checkouts needed. Access this “on-the-go” collection from QR codes on posters and sidewalk decals throughout Oak Park—in parks, on your way to the train, or maybe even while waiting in line for frozen custard.
About the collection
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.
Where can I find the QR code? The QR code is on posters inside local businesses and organizations and on outdoor sidewalk decals throughout Oak Park. Indoor locations include:
- Beer Shop
- Beyond Hunger
- Collaboration for Early Childhood
- Kinfolk Colab
- New Moms
- Oak Park School of Rock
- Park District of Oak Park: Gymnastics and Recreation Center (GRC) and Ridgeland Common Recreation Complex (RCRC)
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 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.
Get wider access with a library card
Borrow an even wider range of ebooks, digital audiobooks, movies, TV shows, magazines, newspapers, and music—with apps or in your browser—on all of your devices with an Oak Park library card and PIN. Access digital titles with your library card »