St. Martin Parish Library Video Tutorials
Navigating the Library Website: This video provides an overview of using our library website. (read transcript)
Video Tutorials for Library Databases
Ancestry Library Edition: Access to thousands of databases of genealogical and historical information.
HeritageQuest Online: With over 28,000 books currently available, the entire U.S. Federal Census, PERSI™, Freedman’s Bank Records, Revolutionary War Pension Records, and other expanding collections, HeritageQuest Online is designed specifically for patrons in public libraries who are either just beginning their family research or who after years of work are still uncovering their past.
HomeworkLA Introduction Video: This video provides a brief introduction to Homework Louisiana – a service funded by the State Library of Louisiana and your local public library.
World Book Online Encyclopedia: Online version of the renowned encyclopedia. Available in French and Spanish.
Other Video Tutorials
CyberLink Media Suite: The official home of CyberLink cutting-edge product introductions, useful tutorials, tips & tricks, news and events.
DigitalLearn: If you are new to computers, haven’t used them for a while, are a little unsure and uncomfortable, or just need a bit of a refresher, we have the tools to help you tackle technology at your own pace and gain the confidence you need to succeed.
General Technology Education
These sites have tutorials on a wide array of topics, from basic to advanced.
Typing.com: Create a free account to learn how to type as well as improve your speed and accuracy.
GCF LearnFree: Tutorials on a variety of subjects, including software tutorials; suitable for beginning and intermediate skill levels.
DigitalLearn: Basic computer tutorials for beginners.
Techboomers.com: Techboomers.com is a free educational website that teaches inexperienced Internet users with basic computer skills about websites that can help improve their quality of life.
Library News
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Have you noticed that searching online isn't quite the same as it used to be? Instead of a simple list of websites, you've likely begun to see AI-generated answers, maps, or quick [...]
“SHELL” WE GET STARTED?
Our August 2026 library bulletin "Beyond the Stacks" is here! Registration for our August programs opens on Wed., July 15th. View the complete bulletin on our Programs webpage.
2026 Summer Reading Wrap Up
2026 Summer Reading Wrap Up The due date for submitting completed reading logs is quickly approaching! Submit your completed reading log by Wednesday, July 22nd and your name will be entered into the drawing [...]
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