News
OverDrive eBook App
Just wanted to let everyone know that the OverDrive App is being retired February 23, 2022. Luckily, the newly improved Libby App is to the rescue! You can download Libby from your favorite app store or from the OverDrive website. In 3 easy steps, you are ready to read!
How We Can Help
We are still here, ready to help you whether it’s in person, over the phone or online. Here are some of the ways we can help.
Books:
-We can do curbside checkouts for those who need it. Just call us at 918-358-2676 or reserve online to let us know which books you want. We’ll check them out and bring them out to your car. Call when you get in the parking lot.
-You can return your books at any time in the drop box in front of the library.
Ebooks:
-You can check out books online through Oklahoma Virtual Library and Overdrive. Visit our ebook page for more information.
-If you do not have an account with us, you can now create one online and be able to check out ebooks. To check out physical books, you will need to come in to the library and finish the registration process. You will need to bring proof of residency.
Online:
-We have free wifi 24/7 that will reach the parking lot. Just accept the disclaimer and you’re ready to go.
-If you need something printed, email it to: print@jcbyerslibrary.org . Black & white copies are .10 per page and color copies are .50 per page. If you have questions, please give us a call. 918-358-2676.
As always, if you have any questions or need any help, feel free to come into the library, explore the website, contact us on Facebook, or call us at 918-358-2676.
Curbside Pickup
We’re bringing it back!
We are making curbside pickup available for any patron who needs it. Monday – Friday from 9:30 – 6:00, Saturday from 10:00 – 2:00. You can call 918-358-2676 to request items or reserve them online through the card catalog. We will check them out for you and bring them to your car. Just give us a call when you get here.
File for free and get help as you do your 2020 taxes
Get Tax Help
File a free federal and state return if your income in 2020 was $72,000 or less.
Do you have questions as you’re doing your return?
Certified Tax Coaches Can Help
Contact by Email: ckirkham@ucapinc.org
Assistors will be answering questions from 2/2/21 to 4/15/21, Mon thru Friday 9am to 4pm.
Get a response within 24 hours on working days.
First: Validate Your Identity
To e-file your 2020 tax return, you must verify your identity with your Adjusted Gross Income from your 2019 tax return.
Next: Make an account in OLT OnLine Taxes
OLT OnLine Taxes is the IRS approved free file tax filing service.
- Easy Q&A guidance to fill out the 1040 form
- No age restrictions
- e-file service for federal and Oklahoma returns
- Form 1040NR (non-resident)
- View and print tax returns
More on Taxes, Filing & Tracking Returns
You May Qualify for the Earned Income Tax Credit
You may have extra money waiting for you with the Earned Income Tax Credit. The EITC is a benefit for working people with low to moderate income.
If you qualify, you could pay less federal tax or even get money back. The EITC is a boost to help pay your bills or save for a rainy day.
Carpool Cinema at the Library!
We are excited to announce our first ever carpool cinema! We will be showing Hocus Pocus in the field behind the Old School Gym on Friday, October 30th. You can tune into the movie while staying in your car or if you’d like to sit outside, bring blankets & chairs. Just remember, we will be practicing social distancing.
Cub scouts will be offering concessions, but you are welcome to bring your own snacks. The fun begins at 6:30!
March News
Here’s what’s happening this month….
- Crafting & Coffee – Monday mornings at 10:30.
- Preschool Storytime – Thursday mornings at 10:30.
- Adult Education Classes – Saturday from 9:30 – 12:00 or 12:00 – 2:30.
- LEGO Club – Wednesday, February 12th & 26th from 4:00 – 5:30.
- Page-Turner Book Club – Tuesday, February 18th at 6:30.
- Tax prep with Crystal Kirkham on Fridays – call for an appointment, 918-762-3041 ext. 116.
Reminder: If Cleveland Public Schools are closed for bad weather, the library will also be closed.