Collections

Hoag Library is proud to offer a diverse range of specialized collections, providing valuable resources and unique materials for our community to explore.

Adult Reading

Our Adult Reading collection offers a wide variety of materials to

suit every reader’s interests. This includes:

Large print books
Westerns
Oversize editions
Books in Spanish
Amish fiction
Holiday-themed titles

Children's Collection

Reference Section

DVD's

Books on CD

Magazines

Newspapers

Digital Collection

eBooks, audiobooks, eMagazines, movies, music

Hoopla app and Libby app

Special Collections

The George and Marie Follett Music Collection: A special collection made up of a wide variety of music music titles. These materials are available to check out and can circulate just like other library items.

Library of Things

The Hoag Library offers more than just books! Our Library of Things provides access to technology, equipment, and hands-on learning resources that help our community explore new interests, learn new skills, and connect with the world around them.

3D Printing

Bring your ideas to life with Hoag Library's Bambu Lab P1S 3D printer. Printing is available for a small fee based on filament usage. For more information or to submit a print request, email hoag3dprinter@nioga.org.

IT Lending Library

Hoag Library's IT Lending Library provides equipment to assist local nonprofit organizations, community groups, and educational programs. Available equipment includes a projector, Chromebook, conference camera, and other technology designed to support presentations, meetings, and virtual events.

Coming Soon: Birding Backpack Kit

Explore the outdoors with our Birding Backpack Kit! This kit includes binoculars and birding resources to help users identify local birds and learn more about the natural world.

Coming Soon: Fishing Lending Library

Looking for a new outdoor adventure? Hoag Library will soon offer a Fishing Lending Library, providing access to fishing equipment and resources to help community members enjoy local waterways. More information will be available as this collection is launched.

Civil War Collections

The Curtis Civil War Collection
The Curtis Civil War Collection was originally donated to Swan Library by William J. Curtis, a dedicated collector of Civil War history. The collection is especially notable for its emphasis on Confederate perspectives, reflecting Mr. Curtis’s many trips to the South where he acquired works that highlight the Southern viewpoint of the war.

The 26th United States Colored Troops Civil War Flag
Hoag Library proudly preserves the historic flag of the 26th United States Colored Troops, a regiment formed during the Civil War. The 26th USCT was composed of African American soldiers.

Online Research Databases

Search over 50 electronic databases available to you as a part of your Nioga Library Membership.

Peterson's Test and Career Prep: Search thousands of college and graduate schools, identify scholarships, take practice vocational tests, prepare for US citizenship, create resumes, and explore careers.

Gale LegalForms: Access a wide selection of state-specific (and multi-state) legal forms and resources across the most popular legal areas.

NOVELny: Providing eResources to all New York residents.

ChiltonLibrary: Free, comprehensive online automotive repair resource trusted by professionals and do-it-yourself mechanics alike.

Local Authors

Hoag Library is proud to showcase the work of local authors. Checkout our Local Authors Page for more information. Stop by Hoag Library today to purchase a copy and support your local author community!

Interloan Service

As a member of the NIOGA Library System, Hoag Library offers free interlibrary loan services. Materials can be requested from other libraries in the system at no cost. When the item becomes available, you will be placed on a hold list and notified as soon as it arrives—either by phone or by email.

For more information about the collection or to request materials, please visit www.nioga.org.

Children's Library

Summer Reading
To sign up for Summer Reading and explore what Hoag Library has planned, visit our Summer Reading Program page.

Collections
The Children’s Library offers stories for every stage of young readers, from board books through juvenile fiction. We also have a selection of books in Spanish to support bilingual readers. Click here to browse our collection.

Books from Birth
Start your child’s reading journey early with our Books from Birth program. Learn more and sign up here.

Fun at the Library
We have plenty of activities to enjoy while you’re here, including:

A coloring and craft table
Games and puzzles for use during your visit
A children's garden to explore and enjoy
Kaplan Early Learning kits for hands-on learning

Programs & Events
In addition to our collection and in-house activities, we host a variety of children’s programs. Check our events calendar to see what’s coming up.

Tours
Group and school tours are available upon request.