Sight & Sound

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Some patrons describe this department as having the vibe of an old-school record shop - stop by and see if you agree! Located on the first floor of the Main Library, on the left (south) side just past Teen Services.

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TADL Waves, Local Music Streaming

TADL Waves is our music streaming service. Experience the vibrant local music scene by clicking on the button below!

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Popular Items

Check out our huge selection of media! We have movies, tv shows, music, video games, and lots of cool equipment and instruments. 

Digital Resources and Streaming Services

We also have plenty of streaming video options and a database devoted to music!

Access Video: Just for Kids

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Fun and informative video and audio titles on a variety of topics. Kid-safe and ad-free!
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Hoopla Digital

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Hoopla Digital provides access to streaming and downloadable video, audiobooks, e-books, magazines, and comics.
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Kanopy

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Video streaming service providing access to more than 30,000 independent and documentary films. 
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Rock's Backpages

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World's largest archive of music journalism, featuring over 50,000 articles on artists from Aaliyah to ZZ Top, with a new edition every Friday.
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TADL Waves - Local Music Streaming

TADL Waves Local Music Streaming Service

TADL Waves is a streaming music service which showcases artists from the northwestern Michigan area.

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Upcoming Events

Michigan Heritage Barns Exhibit

All Day 1/1–1/31
All Ages
Main Library - Traverse City
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: McGuire Community Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Civics & Community, Exhibits & Shows
Event Details:

This exhibit features photos of landmark Michigan barns from across the state, curated by the Michigan Barn Preservation Network (mibarn.net).

Snow Wonderful: How Northern Michigan Loves its Snowy Season

All Day 1/6–1/31
All Ages
Main Library - Traverse City
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: Display Case #5 Adult Services
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Civics & Community, Exhibits & Shows, Genealogy/History
Event Details:

"Snow Wonderful: How Northern Michigan Loves its Snowy Season" is an exhibit on the 2nd Floor at the Main Library. This exhibit will be up for the month of January 2026, and features images on winter recreation.

Musical Storytime with the TC Philharmonic

11:00am–12:00pm
Youth
Main Library - Traverse City
Library Branch: Main Library - Traverse City
Room: McGuire Community Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts
Event Details:

Youth, families, preschool, elementary.

Records, movie projector, person playing guitar with words Sight & Sound