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Entertainment

Online Resources

You will need your Rolling Meadows Library card to access many of our online resources if you are not using them in the Library. Need help? Stop by or call the Reference Desk at 847-259-6050 x130.

See every online resource the Library has to offer on the A–Z Online Resources page.

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America's News: Leisure Activities

Use from home Library Card Required  Current and archived full-text articles from news sources nationwide. Browse topics like movie & TV news, museums, theatre, and video games.

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BookFLIX

Use from home Library Card Required  Books come to life with entertaining, animated videos! This early literacy resource pairs storybooks and nonfiction eBooks for readers up to 3rd grade.

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Consumers' Checkbook

Use from home Library Card Required  Ratings of Chicago-area The latest ratings and advice for Chicago area travel & leisure. Includes bike shops, dance classes, and music instructors.

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Chicago Tribune

Use from home Library Card Required  Search this database for articles from the Chicago Tribune. Find articles on popular searches like arts & entertainment, reviews, media, lifesyle, sports & recreation, and more.

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Creativebug

Use from home Library Card Required Popular  Engage your creativity with these unique, high-quality online art classes the whole family can enjoy. All classes are taught by experts with new classes added often.

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Digital Library of Illinois

Use from home Library Card Required  Borrow a vast collection of eBooks, audiobooks & popular magazines 24/7. Brought to you by OverDrive. Download the Libby App to use on your tablet or mobile device.

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Flipster Digital Magazine

Use from home Library Card Required  Instant access to leading digital magazines on your mobile device or computer. Features People Weekly!

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Hoopla

Use from home Library Card Required Popular  Borrow movies, music, audiobooks, ebooks, comics and TV shows to enjoy on your computer, tablet, or phone - and even your TV!

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Hoopla Bingepasses

Use from home Library Card Required  A BingePass gives you unlimited access to great online content with a single borrow! Don't miss out on Curiosity Stream, Hallmark Movies, Puzzle Palace and more!

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Kanopy

Use from home Library Card Required  Access to thousands of thought-provoking and enriching movies on one convenient streaming platform. Users will need to create a free account to use this service.

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The New York Times

Use from home  Redeem 1 day of subscription access. Read the arts section of the NYT for pop culture news, find out what to watch, and movie/tv reviews. Users will need to create a free account and access subscription through the link sent to your email.

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Qello Concerts

Use from home Library Card Required  Qello Concerts brings the concert experience directly to you, with the best seats in the house. Watch great performances of iconic and new artists.

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World Book Early Learning

Use from home Library Card Required  Entertaining learning tools for grades PreK and up. The image-based navigation helps young readers find stories, games, videos, and interactive coloring pages.

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Catalog Spotlight

To browse books on entertainment, performing arts, pop culture, and media in the library, ask for help at the Adult Reference Desk.

Chase the Fun by Annie F. Downs
Console Wars: Sega, Nintendo, and the Battle that Defined a Generation by Blake J. Harris Where the Deer and the Antelope Play: The Pastoral Observations of One Ignorant American Who Loves to Walk Outside by Nick Offerman

Digital Magazines

Find magazines in the library in Adult Reference. Or search the online catalog External Link to browse and place holds on magazines.

Flipster Magazines

People Magazine
Midwest Living Magazine Elle Decor Magazine

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Cosmopolitan Magazine
Star Magazine Variety Magazine

Digital Library of IL Magazines

MEGA Entertainment Magazine
Parade Magazine Vanity Fair Magazine

Website Links

Dance Studies Association External Link
US based international organization of dance scholars, educators, and artists.

How To Start A Podcast External Link
NPR's training team, which trains public radio journalists, created this guide for thinking through a podcast idea.

Illinois State Parks & Outdoor Recreation External Link
Plan your visit to an Illinois State Park and learn about recreation activities like camping, fishing, hiking, stargazing, and more.

Internet Broadway Database External Link
Official database for Broadway theatre information including records of productions from the beginnings of New York theatre until today.

Opera in Focus External Link
William B. Fosser's Puppet Production, Opera in Focus, is performed at the Rolling Meadows Park District Theater.

RMHS Theatre External Link
See what’s coming to the Rolling Meadows High School Theater’s stage on the official Facebook page.

RogerEbert.com External Link
Reviews of films from major studios, coverage of reviews from independent and documentary film makers, as well as reviews of leading television.

Rolling Meadows Park District External Link
Opportunities for individual growth and community connections through parks and recreation.

Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre External Link
Access the Globe’s collection of rare books, archive material and special collections, and find out more about key areas of research.

Past Virtual Events

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All Things British
Wondered why the flag is called the Union Jack? Confused about the United Kingdom, Great Britain and the British Isles? Learn the answers in a fun and informative way!

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Christmas Markets in Prague and Germany
Visit amazing Christmas markets in Prague and four cities in Germany. This trip shows mostly locals enjoying good food, good friends and a festive atmosphere.

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Truly Great Reads: Games
These non-fiction picks may pique your curiosity and introduce you to a new way to spend your leisure time.

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The World of the von Trapp Family
Author William Anderson discusses the background of the Austrian family, their experience as world-class singers and their current lives in Vermont.

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