The Hubbard Memorial Library subscribes to a variety of streaming services that you can use for free with your library card. Some will require you to also make an account with an email address to use that service. Each app will walk you through signing up and using it. You will find the app's help pages linked here as well. If you need additional help, you can make a tech appointment with the reference librarian by calling 413-583-3408 x114.
Note: You will need a Ludlow library card specifically. If your card is from another library, you might still be able to use some of these services if those libraries also subscribe.
Classica has more than 1,000 concerts streaming commerical free. You can watch beautiful classical music, operas, and ballets from around the world, anywhere, anytime. New concerts are added weekly. You can find access to this app through the Libby app or by clicking here. On the home page of Libby, you can find Classica under a section titled "Extras". From there, you be taken to a webpage to receive a 7-Day pass. After your pass expires, you can request a new one.
Craftsy contains over 2,000 expert-led classes in more than 20 categories including quilting, knitting, baking, cooking, fitness, and more. Its the perfect place to learn a new skill or brush up on a new one! Craftsy is available in Spanish as well. You can find access to this app through the Libby app or by clicking here. On the home page of Libby, you can find Craftsy under a section titled "Extras". From there, you be taken to a webpage to receive a 7-Day pass. Watch and create to your heart's content! After your pass expires, you can request a new one.
The Great Courses Library collection video streaming service is brought to you by The Great Courses, the leading global media media brand for lifelong learning and personal enrichment. This colleciton includes more than 250 course, led by the world's top experts, covering a broad range of subjects, such as science, mathematics, philosophy, history, literature, fine arts and music, travel, business, and personal development. You can find access to this app through the Libby app or by clicking here. On the home page of Libby, you can find Classica under a section titled "Extras". From there, you be taken to a webpage to receive a 7-Day pass. After your pass expires, you can request a new one.
Borrow and enjoy audiobooks, eBooks, comics, movies, TV, magazines, or music everywhere you have a screen-your computer, your phone, your car, even your TV. All you need is a library card. hoopla syncs across all your devices, so you can stream titles immediately or whenever you're in the mood. Most titles can also be downloaded to your phone or tablet. Titles may vary based on library catalog. Each month, you'll receive 10 borrows. Use those to watch or read whatever you would like!
Kanopy is a video streaming service for quality, thoughtful entertainment. Find movies, documentaries, foreign films, classic cinema, independent films and educational videos that inspire, enrich and entertain. You'll have an ad-free experience that can be enjoyed on your TV, mobile phones, tablets and online. Like with Hoopla, each month you'll receive a set number of tickets. You'll need to use those tickets to borrow a movie of your choice. You can access Kanopy through the Libby Extras screen but you can also access it from this link here.
Stream the world's largest collection of on-demand full-length music performances, concert films, and music documentaries. Qello Concerts transforms your connected devices into the ultimate live music concert film experience. Give your favorite headliners a standing ovation from the best seat in the house anywhere, anytime! Qello has 1,000s of concert films and documentaries and new ones are added every week. Qello is available through the Libby app or by clicking here. On the home page of Libby, you can find Craftsy under a section titled "Extras". From there, you be taken to a webpage to receive a 7-Day pass. Watch and create to your heart's content! After your pass expires, you can request a new one.
