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San Antonio Soundstage

Amplifying the Heartbeat of Local Music

Discover an immersive archive of San Antonio’s vibrant music scene — a curated blend of original tracks, live performances, behind-the-scenes photos, and cinematic music videos from the city’s rising and legendary artists. San Antonio Soundstage celebrates the diversity of musical styles and creative expression rooted in our community, offering fans, collaborators, and curators a front-row seat to the evolving soundscape of South Texas.

medici.tv

The world’s leading classical music streaming platform.

medici.tv brings the finest performances in classical music, opera, and ballet directly to your screen. With an unparalleled catalog of live concerts, legendary archives, masterclasses, and exclusive documentaries, medici.tv showcases the greatest artists, orchestras, and venues from around the globe. Whether you’re a lifelong aficionado or a curious newcomer, this platform offers a front-row experience to the elegance, passion, and virtuosity of the performing arts — available anytime, anywhere.

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CloudLibrary eMagazines

NewsBank Newspapers

MasterClass

Learn from the world’s best, anytime, anywhere.

MasterClass is a premier streaming platform where legendary icons and industry leaders share their craft through beautifully produced, on-demand video lessons. With hundreds of immersive classes spanning cooking, leadership, filmmaking, music, writing, sports, and more, MasterClass gives you unprecedented access to the minds of the most accomplished people on the planet — from Gordon Ramsay to Serena Williams, Martin Scorsese to Margaret Atwood. Learn at your own pace, on any device, and transform your curiosity into mastery.

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Mango Languages

Learn a new language the fun, practical way.

Mango Languages is an award-winning language learning platform that offers interactive lessons in 70+ world languages and dialects, including Spanish, French, Japanese, English as a Second Language (ESL), and even Pirate or Shakespearean English! Designed by linguists and loved by learners, Mango focuses on real-world conversation skills, cultural insights, and pronunciation practice. Whether you’re traveling, studying, or just exploring, Mango makes language learning accessible, effective, and free with your library card — anytime, on any device.

Craft & Hobby

Discover what inspires you!

Craft & Hobby is your ultimate online destination for creativity and learning, offering thousands of on-demand classes across 22 creative categories — from painting and photography to woodworking and more. Taught by world-renowned experts, each lesson includes step-by-step demonstrations and insider tips to help you master new skills at your own pace. Whether you’re exploring a new hobby or refining your craft, Craft & Hobby makes it easy to learn anytime, anywhere, and connect with a vibrant community of creators along the way.

Universal Class

Learn at your own pace. Grow on your own terms.

Universal Class offers access to over 500 online courses in a wide range of subjects — from business, personal finance, and computer skills to health, arts, crafts, and self-improvement. Taught by real instructors and supported with video-based lessons, assignments, and exams, Universal Class lets you earn continuing education units (CEUs) and track your progress — all at your own pace. Whether you’re advancing your career or exploring something new, Universal Class is a flexible, affordable way to keep learning for life — free with your library card.

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FinancialFit

Build confidence. Take control. Master your money.

Financial Fit is an easy-to-use digital platform designed to help users of all ages improve financial literacy and make smarter money decisions. Through engaging videos, interactive tools, and real-world scenarios, Financial Fit covers essential topics like budgeting, saving, credit, debt management, investing, and planning for the future. Whether you’re a student, young professional, or planning retirement, Financial Fit empowers you to take charge of your finances — with practical knowledge that’s free through your library.

GED Testing

The GED^® test covers 4 subjects: Math, Science, Social Studies, and Reasoning Through Language Arts. You can take all 4 together or one at a time at an official GED^® test center when you’re ready. If you need a testing accommodation, you can request one prior to scheduling your test. BiblioTech is able to offer free vouchers for the GED test courtesy of Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Texas, Inc. (TMMTX).

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LinkedIn Learning (formerly Lynda.com)

Level up your skills. Unlock your potential.

LinkedIn Learning offers on-demand access to thousands of expert-led video courses in business, technology, creative fields, and more. Whether you’re looking to sharpen your skills in project management, Excel, graphic design, coding, leadership, or communication, LinkedIn Learning helps you stay competitive and confident in today’s evolving workplace. Courses are self-paced, mobile-friendly, and integrated with your LinkedIn profile — so you can track your progress and showcase your new skills. Best of all, it’s completely free with your library card.

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Treehouse

Learn to code. Build your future.

Ready to learn something new? Your library now offers unlimited free access to Treehouse, an online learning platform with courses in coding, AI, data, web development, and more.
Whether you’re building your first website, exploring AI, or developing skills for your career, there’s something to explore. All you need is your library card to get started.
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Research Databases

Unlock a world of knowledge at your fingertips.

The TexShare Databases give you access to an incredible collection of over 27,000 journals, 171,000+ ebooks, and more than 15 million images, videos, and interactive resources. Explore hundreds of additional specialized databases covering everything from genealogy and academic research to health information and lifelong learning, all in one powerful, easy-to-use platform.

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Udemy

Access thousands of high-quality video courses on topics like Coding, Python, Java, Business, Marketing, Design, Photography, and more—taught by real-world experts from around the globe. Courses are available in over 65 languages, with options for all skill levels. Whether you’re looking to advance your career or explore a new hobby, Udemy has something for you.

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Interplay Learning

Better training. Better careers. Better lives.

Since 2016, Austin-based Interplay Learning has been transforming skilled trades education with award-winning online and VR training that’s scalable and more effective than traditional methods. With courses covering HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and more, learners can develop technical skills and gain certifications at their own pace. Designed for practical, real-world application, Interplay Learning helps people build careers and companies build workforces — faster and more efficiently.

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Universal Class

Access over 600+ online courses in an easy-to-use learning environment that promotes skill-building with verified achievements. Courses are self-guided, but you’ll also get feedback from a real human instructor who grades every assignment. Most courses are accredited and provide Continuing Education Units, which are widely recognized by employers and educators.

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CloudLibrary

Big adventures for little readers — anytime, anywhere.

CloudLibrary Kids offers a wide selection of age-appropriate eBooks and audiobooks specially curated for children of all reading levels. From colorful picture books to early chapter books and beloved series, kids can discover stories that spark imagination and support literacy — all free with your library card. With no holds, no late fees, and easy access on any device, CloudLibrary Kids makes reading fun, flexible, and always available.

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hoopla

Fun, learning, and stories — just for kids.

hoopla Kids is a kid-safe space within the hoopla app, offering instant access to movies, TV shows, music, audiobooks, eBooks, and comics curated just for children. With popular characters, educational content, and entertaining stories, kids can explore safely and independently — all ad-free and free with your library card. Whether it’s storytime, screen time, or learning time, hoopla Kids turns every moment into a chance to grow and imagine.

Kanopy

Entertain, educate, and inspire — screen time you can feel good about.

Kanopy Kids offers a safe, enriching streaming experience for children, with a carefully curated collection of educational shows, animated stories, language learning programs, and classic favorites. Designed for kids ages 2 and up, all content is ad-free, age-appropriate, and library-approved — featuring beloved titles from PBS Kids, Sesame Street, Weston Woods, and more. Whether your child loves dinosaurs, fairy tales, or science experiments, Kanopy Kids sparks curiosity and creativity — all free with your library card.

Vooks Digital Storybooks

Storybooks brought to life.

Vooks is a kid-safe streaming library of animated storybooks that combines captivating visuals, read-aloud narration, and gentle animation to engage young readers and support early literacy. Perfect for ages 2–8, Vooks turns screen time into story time — encouraging a love of reading through fun, educational, and age-appropriate content. With no ads, offline viewing, and a growing collection of beloved titles, Vooks is a trusted tool for parents, teachers, and caregivers to make reading more magical.

BiblioBoard

Big imaginations start with great stories.

BiblioBoard for Kids offers a vibrant collection of picture books, chapter books, comics, and educational materials designed to inspire young readers. With stories from independent authors, diverse voices, and local creators, kids can explore new worlds, learn about their community, and even dream about publishing their own books one day. There are no checkouts, holds, or late fees — just easy, unlimited access to kid-friendly reading anytime, anywhere, on any device.