Databases
(Click on the title to visit the page.)
*Cloud Library – Cloud Library provides free access to e-books and e-audiobooks. This database also has an app that can be used on your phone or tablet. Use your library card barcode and PIN for access.
*General OneFile– General OneFile is a large general-interest database that includes millions of articles from reputable magazines and journals as well as reference, newspaper, and audio content. Use your library card barcode or har16592.
*Heritage Quest – HeritageQuest is a comprehensive treasury of American genealogical sources – rich in unique primary sources, local and family histories, and finding aids. The database provides genealogical and historical sources for more than 60 countries, with coverage dating back as early as the 1700s. Use your library card barcode for access.
*Hoopla – Hoopla is a digital streaming service for library patrons offering access to e-books, e-audiobooks, movies, music, and TV shows. Create an account using an email address and password, and then enter your library card barcode and PIN.
*Illinois State Library Resources – The Illinois State Library provides an alphabetical list of a variety of helpful and educational research databases available for patron use. If you are using these while in the library, login is unnecessary. However, outside the library, you will need your library card number. Clicking on the link will send you to the list of databases most of which are available to patrons or choose one from the list below:
+Auto Repair Source – Manuals and troubleshooting guides for automobiles
+Explora Public Library – Find information on a variety of topics
+Learning Express – Test prep, tutorials, and e-books
+Legal Information Source – Guide to laws and legal issues, including legal forms
+NoveList – Connecting readers with their next favorite book
+NoveList K-8 – Connecting kid readers with their next favorite book
*Newspaper Archive – A searchable collection of Illinois newspapers. Use your library card barcode and then create an account for access.
*Peterson’s Test Prep – Patrons and students of all ages can use this database for standardized test preparation, researching and selecting college and graduate schools, finding tuition assistance, and exploring careers. It also features test prep assistance for career certification exams, as well as advice on resumes, cover letters, interviewing, and so much more. Use password har16592, and then create account.
*Talking Books – Talking Books is a free service, providing books and magazines on cassette and Braille, descriptive videos, and other services free to individuals of any age. Use the link to find out more about how to get started with Talking Books.