World Language Services
World Language Collection
Available at Medina and Brunswick Libraries
MCDL offers materials in many languages such as Russian, Hindi, and Spanish and in many formats including books, magazines, children’s items, and DVDs. The collections are rotated quarterly so check back for new material types and languages.
Request a language and item types to be added to the rotating collection via the World Language Request or at your library's Reference Desk. If you wish to borrow specific items, place a hold online.
Made possible through a partnership with Cleveland Public Library.
Bilingual Books
Available at all MCDL locations
Children’s fiction books, picture books, and board books featuring text in English paired with another language, such as: Spanish, Russian, Ukrainian, French, German, Arabic, or Chinese.
English for Speakers of Other Languages
Develop your English language skills with ESOL classes taught by Project: LEARN instructors at Medina, Brunswick, or Lodi Libraries. Join the ESOL Conversation Group at Brunswick Library to learn about culture, vocabulary, customs, and more, followed by discussion. Find events and register online.
Citizenship Corner
Available at Brunswick and Medina Libraries
Borrow citizenship study kits which include flash cards, practice tests, and more. Browse books, naturalization forms, and access online resources.
Citizenship Resources & Helpful Websites
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
The Naturalization Interview and Test - Citizenship Guides and Assistance
International Institute of Akron
USAHello- U.S. Citizenship Guide
Citizenshipworks- Become a U.S. Citizen - Preparing for the Citizenship Test
Research Databases - Go alphabetically to Learning Express Library and then type Citizenship in the search bar.
National Archives - America’s Founding Documents
Ben's Guide to the U.S. Government - Assistance Adjusting to Life in the United States