- View items already checked out
- Renew items
- Request items
- Change POC info, such as phone numbers and addresses
- Keep a personal reading list
- Rate and review books
- Online Research
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eResources/Research Tools may be found at the following link out on the library's card catalog (https://www.dodmwrlibraries.org).
All sources (such as Academic OneFile, Ancestry Library Edition, Auto Repair Reference Center, National Geographic Virtual Library, Overdrive E-books and E-magazines, Kanopy Streaming Video, etc.) can be accessed by simply signing up for a Robert C. McEwen library account.
- E-Books
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Digital resources and E-Books can now be “borrowed” from Fort Drum McEwen Library. Patrons need a library account to access the Army/Digital Media Library.
Visit Army MWR Library (dodmwrlibraries.org) for more digital resources and E-books!
- Computer - Public Use
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We have public-use computers available for internet access, military trainings and general use.
We have two different networks: one is a commercial connection via Spectrum that allows
printing, the other is the NIPRNet for sites requiring a computer connected to a military network.
Note: computers on the NIPRNet DO NOT print. - Print and Photocopy Service
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McEwen Library offers printing, photocopying and lamination services for a minimal fee. Please visit the Circulation Desk for assistance.
Printing and Photocopies
Cost Format 10¢ per side Black and White 25¢ per side Color - Renewals and Interlibrary Loans
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Renewals can be made during library operating hours.
Interlibrary loan allows McEwen Library patrons to borrow books or receive photocopies of documents that are owned by other libraries.
- Children's Programming
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To encourage a lifelong love of reading in young library visitors, McEwen Library offers various story time programs targeted to different age ranges (please see the schedule below). Age ranges are offered to provide caregivers with an idea of the intended audience, but patrons are free to choose the story time that works best for the children in their care regardless of age.
Visit the Robert C. McEwen Library Facebook Page to tune into Virtual Story Time on Wednesday at 7 PM.Program Ages Date Time Details Baby Time 0-18 Months Friday 9:30 AM - 10 AM Lap-sit story time to encourage interaction between babies and caregivers. Toddler Time 18 months -
3 yearsTuesday & Thursday 10 AM -
11 AMBooks, songs, and rhymes followed by a sensory stay-and-play. Preschool Science 3 - 5 years Wednesday 10 AM -
11 AMScience-themed story time connecting a book to a STEM activity. Preschool Story Time 3 - 5 years Thursday 1 PM -
2 PMBooks, songs and rhymes followed by a craft. Homeschool STEAM 4 - 10 years Every Other Monday 2 PM - 3 PM Explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math through hands-on activities. STEAM Night 4 - 10 years Every Other Monday 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math through hands-on activities. World Language Story Times All ages Books and songs in a different language, followed by a craft. Monthly calendar will specify language.
K'NEX Night All ages Wednesday 5 PM -
6:30 PMBuilding kits provided! Bring the family and build something together!
We're here to serve you!
All Active-Duty and retired military, Family members aged ten and over, and civilian employees may borrow materials from the Robert C. McEwen Library. National Guard, Reservists, and TDY personnel may use the library while at Fort Drum.
Patrons may check out books, videos and other resources. Computers are available for public use and services such as fax and copy are offered.
The library is a state-of-the-art 15,000 square-foot facility that includes a multimedia area, a children's library, periodical area, and an open reading area with 60 CAC-accessible computers linked with the classroom network in the education center.
Patrons have access to periodical databases and an online public catalog.
The extensive collection includes print and non-print materials: books, magazines, audiobooks, e-books, e-audiobooks, video games, DVD's and online streaming services. Materials may be borrowed for three weeks and renewed twice. With the exception of video games, there is no limit on the number of materials that may be checked out. For your convenience, you can renew materials in person, over the phone, or by e-mail.
Visit the McEwen Library's Card Catalog.
Browse the library's resources online and set up an account to use these features:
For more information about this feature, stop at the library front desk.
