Virtual Library

 

Solve the puzzle to your past with our HeritageQuest online database.

After you solve this try and solve a Chinese puzzle known as the Tangram.

Enjoy a fabulous crossword mystery and some crossword puzzles.

Do you have an antique game? Find out with the P4A Antiques Reference database.

Look for groups who also have an interest in games and puzzles with Associations Unlimited.

MonopolyŽ is licensed in 80 countries and published in 26 different languages. (from Monopoly Fun Facts).

The Germans like their board games, awarding some the prestigious title of Game of the Year (Spiel des Jahres). Some winners are popular here in the U.S., like Settlers of Caton, which won in 1995. Find more winners.

The board game Sorry was introduced in 1934. (from Hasbro.com).

Backgammon is one of the oldest board games in the world; originally played by Egyptians. Its name has nothing to do with bacon, however. It comes from the words 'back' and the Old English 'gamen', meaning 'game'. (from Ezine@rticles).

The PlayStation 3 is out now but Sony introduced the first PlayStation game console in North America on September 9, 1995. Game on!

THE GAME OF LIFE was introduced in 1960. In 1992, THE GAME OF LIFE was updated to include Life Tiles which reward players for recycling their trash, learning CPR and saying "no" to drugs. Hasbro.com).

Mario, you've come a long way, baby. The Nintendo 64, Nintendo's third home video game consle, was rlease on Setpember 29, 1996 in North America. It was followed with the Game Cube and the Wii. (from Learn more).

Yahtzee was invented in 1956 by a Canadian couple aboard their yacht, hence the name Yahtzee. (from Hasbro.com).



Materials

 

Books about Puzzles

 

Books about Games

 

Games to Browse @the Library

(Please note that it is our goal to maximize the opportunity for our patrons to check out games. Therefore, games can be checked out in person only and cannot be placed on hold.)

 

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Web Sites

 

Brain Bashers

Visit this exciting collection of brain teasers, puzzles, riddles, games and optical illusions.

 

JigZone

Test your skills against jigsaw puzzle ranging from a simple 6 piece cut to a challenging 247 piece cut.

 

Puzzle Connection

Create your own crosswords, word searches and more.

 

Web Sudoku

Play Sudoku online with options to pause, print and see how you are doing.

 

Text Twist

Check out this addictive word game.

 

Math.com

Math isn't only about numbers - math skills are found in puzzles and games too. Take a look at this collection of games from all over the world.

 

MazeWorks

Solitaire, sliders, a daily chess problem and more.

 

AgameAday

Two levels of fun and challenge for ages 9-99.

 

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