eShelf & Research

Use library tools and resources to discover new books and materials or do research online. Utica library card holders can download materials in a variety of different formats, all from the comfort of your own home!

Utica Library Patrons are able to access Ancestry at the library (only). Access billions of genealogy records including Census, SSDI & Military records, and build your family tree.

Enjoy audiobooks, eBooks, comics, manga, music, movies and TV shows. Access everything 24/7, with no holds and no waiting. Visit hoopladigital.com or download the Hoopla app. Borrow up to 5 titles per month.

Hoopla set up info and FAQs.

Prepare for realistic conversations and strengthen everyday communication skills in over 70 world languages, including English.

Tutor.com is free homework help from a live person available every day from 12pm - 12am.

Learn how to crochet, knit, paint, screenprint, sew and more!

Stream movies, documentaries, short films, and more! UPL patrons receive 25 tickets each month to watch anything in Kanopy’s extensive collection. Kanopy Kids content available without using tickets.

Access to ebooks, eaudiobooks and magazines for computers or for Android, Apple, or Kindle devices. Download the Libby app, or sign in on the website. (formerly OverDrive )

Overdrive help and FAQs

Download Libby for Android.

Download Libby for Apple.

Utica cardholders can add other libraries in Libby for access to additional materials. Click here for a list and instructions.

To access these services, you will need your library card number and your PIN, which was set up when you first received your library card. If you are experiencing problems logging in, please call the library at 586-731-4141.

For a list of all databases and resources available to Utica cardholders, click here.