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African American Heritage
Connect to a community of research experts, and access a comprehensive mix of records, resources and tools exclusively devoted to African American family history research.
Ancestry.com
Discover your family’s history using this collection containing more than 4,000 databases and 1.5 billion names cover the U.S. and U.K. Please note: This resource is free to use when inside the library.
ArticleFirst
Search the table of contents pages of more than 12,000 scholarly journals and popular newspapers and magazines dating from 1990 to present day. Full-text articles may be requested through InterLibrary Loan.
Chicago Tribune
Get full-text first-hand accounts and unparalleled coverage of local practices, society and events from 1985 through present day.
Chicago Tribune Historical Archive
Get full-text first-hand accounts and unparalleled coverage of local practices, society and events from 1849 through 1993.
Clase Periodica
Browse an index of Latin American journals covering the sciences and humanities, including some full-text articles.
Consumer Health Complete
Access full-text articles for hundreds of health reference books, encyclopedias, health reports and more covering all areas of health and wellness from mainstream medicine to holistic and integrated medicine.
Dissertations
Search a database of all dissertations held by libraries around the world. Full-text is not available, but items located in the United States may be requested through Interlibrary Loan.
ECO
Search a robust collection of scholarly journals. Some full-text articles are available. Items located in the United States may be requested through Interlibrary Loan.
ERIC
Search education journal articles and reports specifically for educators. Some full text articles are available.
FamilySearch
Discover the largest genealogy organization in the world featuring records, resources and services to help you learn more about your family history.
Gale Virtual Reference Library
Explore encyclopedias and specialized reference sources for multidisciplinary research.
GPO–Government Printing Office
Search an index of U.S. government publications. Full-text articles are not available, but may be requested through Interlibrary Loan.
Hispanica Saber–Gran Enciclopedia Hispanica
Acceda esta enciclopedia completamente en Español llena de artículos, imágenes, mapas, videos y más hecha exclusivamente para los hablantes nativos de Español, estudiantes bilingües y participantes de ESL/ELL.
Illinois Catalog
Search the OCLC catalog of materials held by Illinois libraries. Items may be requested through Interlibrary Loan.
MAS Ultra – School Edition
Search an expansive collection for full-text magazines, reference books, biographies and more designed specifically for high school students.
MasterFile Premier
Discover thousands of full-text general reference magazine articles including business, health, education, general science, multicultural issues and more from 1975 to present day.
MEDLINE
Explore journal articles covering all areas of medicine, including dentistry and nursing. Full-text articles may be requested through Interlibrary Loan.
Mergent Intellect
Generate insightful business intelligence with U.S. and international business data, industry news, facts and figures, executive contact information and industry proviles on over 245 million businesses.
Middle School Search Plus
Search an expansive collection of full-text magazines, reference books, biographies and more designed specifically for middle school students.
Papers First
Search for documents presented at conferences worldwide. Full-text articles may be requested through Interlibrary Loan.
Points of View Reference Center
Access background resources to help you develop your persuasive arguments or essays, understand controversial issues and write or debate an effective argument on a topic.
Primary Search
Search an expansive collection for full-text magazines, reference books, biographies and more designed specifically for elementary school students.
Proceedings
Search an index of worldwide conference proceedings. No full-text available, but items may be requested through Interlibrary Loan.
Public Record – At Home Access
Please use this link if using this eResource from outside the library to access the most current public record and marketing information available, including databases of new homeowners, new businesses, new and previously recorded mortgages, bankruptcies and foreclosures plus much more.
Public Record – In Library Access
Please use this link if using this eResource from inside the library to access the most current public record and marketing information available, including databases of new homeowners, new businesses, new and previously recorded mortgages, bankruptcies and foreclosures plus much more.
ReferenceUSA
Research millions of U.S. and Canadian businesses by industry, sales, business size or location as well as consumer and lifestyle data to create marketing lists and conduct competitive analyses.
Scholastic GO!
Explore credible, accurate and reliable research content via nonfiction texts, world newspapers, videos and more on almost every core-curricula subject from elementary through high school.
Science Reference Center
Access reliable information on life sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, technology and more ideal for middle school and high school students. Teachers and parents may also access lesson plans, worksheets and curriculum standards.
US Newsstream
Access full-text articles from more than 1,300 newspapers, news websites and blogs from leading publishers throughout the world. Major newspapers include the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Chicago Tribune, Washington Post, USA Today, Los Angeles Times, Boston Globe, The Guardian and many other national and regional titles.
Wall Street Journal
Access comprehensive coverage dating back to 1984 from the world's leading financial newspaper.
World Book Online Reference Center
Discover this powerful reference tool for students, advanced researchers and information seekers featuring thousands of eBooks, tens of thousands of articles and hundreds of thousands of primary source documents.
World Vital Records
Search over 5 billion family history and genealogy records and 28 million family trees. Acess U.S. Federal Census images and indexes, military and vital records, newspaper articles and much more.
Career & Consumer Information
Auto Repair Reference Center
Access complete Chilton automotive repair manuals and procedures, service bulletins, recalls, labor estimates and associated costs for thousands of vehicles from 1954 to present day.
Brainfuse Adult Learning Center
Whether you are going back to school, switching jobs or just want to brush up on an academic skill, Adult Learning Center is here to help. Please note, Google Chrome is recommended when using this resource.
Brainfuse Help Now!
Access live online tutoring, writing labs, group collaboration classrooms, résumé writing assistance, high school equivalency and U.S. citizenship test preparation and more. Please note, Google Chrome is recommended when using this resource.
Brainfuse JobNow!
Gain career assessment advice, personalized resume and cover letter analysis, daily live interviewing and job coaching and more to help with your career transition or job search. Please note, Google Chrome is recommended when using this resource.
Business Source Premier
Access full-text articles from more than 2,200 journals dating back to 1965, including company profiles, industry reports, market research reports and SWOT analyses.
Consumer Reports
Take advantage of premium consumer information including expert product reviews, current ratings, buying guides and news articles for thousands of products and services such as cars and electronics.
GPO–Government Printing Office
Search an index of U.S. government publications. Full-text articles are not available, but may be requested through Interlibrary Loan.
Legal Information Reference Center
Gain the necessary tools and instructions to understand a wide range of legal issues. Search state-specific legal forms by subject areas including adoption, bankruptcy, name changes and more.
Lynda.com
Learn the latest business, technology and creative sofware tools through instructional videos taught by industry experts. Course topics include Microsoft Office, Adobe software, web design and much more.
Mergent Intellect
Generate insightful business intelligence with U.S. and international business data, industry news, facts and figures, executive contact information and industry proviles on over 245 million businesses.
Morningstar
Make informed investment decisions with real-time access to comprehensive data and independent analysis on thousands of investments, spanning mutual funds, stocks, exchange-traded funds, closed-end funds, college savings plans and more.
Public Record – At Home Access
Please use this link if using this eResource from outside the library to access the most current public record and marketing information available, including databases of new homeowners, new businesses, new and previously recorded mortgages, bankruptcies and foreclosures plus much more.
Public Record – In Library Access
Please use this link if using this eResource from inside the library to access the most current public record and marketing information available, including databases of new homeowners, new businesses, new and previously recorded mortgages, bankruptcies and foreclosures plus much more.
ReferenceUSA
Research millions of U.S. and Canadian businesses by industry, sales, business size or location as well as consumer and lifestyle data to create marketing lists and conduct competitive analyses.
Universal Class
Choose from hundrends of instructor-led online cuorses ranging from professional development to technology skills and personal enrichment.
ValueLine
Access the most accurate and independently created research information available to help you effectively meet their financial objectives.
Wall Street Journal
Access comprehensive coverage dating back to 1984 from the world's leading financial newspaper.
Education & Homework Help
ArticleFirst
Search the table of contents pages of more than 12,000 scholarly journals and popular newspapers and magazines dating from 1990 to present day. Full-text articles may be requested through InterLibrary Loan.
BookFlix
Reinforce reading skills and develop essential real-world knowledge through fictional video storybooks paired with nonfiction eBooks.
Brainfuse Help Now!
Access live online tutoring, writing labs, group collaboration classrooms, résumé writing assistance, high school equivalency and U.S. citizenship test preparation and more. Please note, Google Chrome is recommended when using this resource.
Chicago Tribune
Get full-text first-hand accounts and unparalleled coverage of local practices, society and events from 1985 through present day.
Chicago Tribune Historical Archive
Get full-text first-hand accounts and unparalleled coverage of local practices, society and events from 1849 through 1993.
CultureGrams
Get an insider's perspective—including photos, interviews and recipes—of the history, customs, daily life and culture of people from around the world.
ERIC
Search education journal articles and reports specifically for educators. Some full text articles are available.
FreedomFlix
Bring history to life with the best-selling Cornerstones of Freedom eBooks, featuring dynamic popup maps, timelines, virtual tours, videos and audio clips.
Gale Virtual Reference Library
Explore encyclopedias and specialized reference sources for multidisciplinary research.
GPO–Government Printing Office
Search an index of U.S. government publications. Full-text articles are not available, but may be requested through Interlibrary Loan.
Hispanica Saber–Gran Enciclopedia Hispanica
Acceda esta enciclopedia completamente en Español llena de artículos, imágenes, mapas, videos y más hecha exclusivamente para los hablantes nativos de Español, estudiantes bilingües y participantes de ESL/ELL.
Literary Reference Center Plus
Explore an expansive collection of author biographies, plot summaries, title overviews, literary reference books, monographs, literary magazines and journals, book reviews and much more.
Little PIM
Have fun exploring foreign languages using videos, flashcard sets, books and music ideal for children ages 2–6.
Lynda.com
Learn the latest business, technology and creative sofware tools through instructional videos taught by industry experts. Course topics include Microsoft Office, Adobe software, web design and much more.
Mango Languages
Explore more than 70 foreign languages, American Sign Language and English as a Second Language (ESL) courses and resources to gain practical, real world conversation skills.
MAS Ultra – School Edition
Search an expansive collection for full-text magazines, reference books, biographies and more designed specifically for high school students.
Middle School Search Plus
Search an expansive collection of full-text magazines, reference books, biographies and more designed specifically for middle school students.
NoveList K-8 Plus
Find your next great read, get suggested read-a-likes, read reviews and more on hundreds of books for children in kindergarten through eighth grade.
Points of View Reference Center
Access background resources to help you develop your persuasive arguments or essays, understand controversial issues and write or debate an effective argument on a topic.
Primary Search
Search an expansive collection for full-text magazines, reference books, biographies and more designed specifically for elementary school students.
Scholastic GO!
Explore credible, accurate and reliable research content via nonfiction texts, world newspapers, videos and more on almost every core-curricula subject from elementary through high school.
Science Reference Center
Access reliable information on life sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, technology and more ideal for middle school and high school students. Teachers and parents may also access lesson plans, worksheets and curriculum standards.
ScienceFlix
Discover earth science, space, health and the human body, engineering and more topics ideal for students in grades 4–9.
Something About the Author
Explore all volumes of Gale's award-wining reference set, Something About the Author, the main series, and Something About the Author: Autobiography Series. You'll find thousands of illustrated biographical profiles of children's authors and illustrators.
TrueFlix
Find excellent science and social studies videos, eBooks, games, quizzes project ideas and more perfect for elementary school students. Teachers can find lesson plans and great content for Whiteboards.
TumbleBook Library
Enjoy a large selection of English, Spanish and French eBooks and games for children and tweens.
US Newsstream
Access full-text articles from more than 1,300 newspapers, news websites and blogs from leading publishers throughout the world. Major newspapers include the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Chicago Tribune, Washington Post, USA Today, Los Angeles Times, Boston Globe, The Guardian and many other national and regional titles.
Wall Street Journal
Access comprehensive coverage dating back to 1984 from the world's leading financial newspaper.
World Book Early World of Learning
Preschoolers and children in early elementary grades will develop reading fluency and phonemic awareness by reading, playing, watching, printing and doing.
World Book Kids eLearn (Arabic)
استكشف المقالات التي يسهل قراءتها ، والآلاف من الرسوم التوضيحية ، ومقاطع الفيديو ، والمحتوى والموارد الخاصة المحلية ، ومجموعة كبيرة من الألعاب والأنشطة المثيرة للطلاب الصغار الناطقين بالعربية. Aistakshaf almaqalat alty yusahil qira'ataha , walalaf min alrusum altawdihiat , wamaqatie alfidyu , walmuhtawaa walmawarid alkhasat almahaliyat , wamajmueat kabirat min al'aleab wal'anshitat almuthirat liltalab alsighar alnnatiqin bialearabiat.
World Book Online Reference Center
Discover this powerful reference tool for students, advanced researchers and information seekers featuring thousands of eBooks, tens of thousands of articles and hundreds of thousands of primary source documents.
Genealogy, History & Culture
African American Heritage
Connect to a community of research experts, and access a comprehensive mix of records, resources and tools exclusively devoted to African American family history research.
Ancestry.com
Discover your family’s history using this collection containing more than 4,000 databases and 1.5 billion names cover the U.S. and U.K. Please note: This resource is free to use when inside the library.
Chicago Tribune
Get full-text first-hand accounts and unparalleled coverage of local practices, society and events from 1985 through present day.
Chicago Tribune Historical Archive
Get full-text first-hand accounts and unparalleled coverage of local practices, society and events from 1849 through 1993.
CultureGrams
Get an insider's perspective—including photos, interviews and recipes—of the history, customs, daily life and culture of people from around the world.
FamilySearch
Discover the largest genealogy organization in the world featuring records, resources and services to help you learn more about your family history.
Fold3
Access a vast selection of genealogical and historical resources, including military service records, city directories, newspapers, vital records and much more.
FreedomFlix
Bring history to life with the best-selling Cornerstones of Freedom eBooks, featuring dynamic popup maps, timelines, virtual tours, videos and audio clips.
Gale Virtual Reference Library
Explore encyclopedias and specialized reference sources for multidisciplinary research.
GPO–Government Printing Office
Search an index of U.S. government publications. Full-text articles are not available, but may be requested through Interlibrary Loan.
MAS Ultra – School Edition
Search an expansive collection for full-text magazines, reference books, biographies and more designed specifically for high school students.
Scholastic GO!
Explore credible, accurate and reliable research content via nonfiction texts, world newspapers, videos and more on almost every core-curricula subject from elementary through high school.
TrueFlix
Find excellent science and social studies videos, eBooks, games, quizzes project ideas and more perfect for elementary school students. Teachers can find lesson plans and great content for Whiteboards.
Wall Street Journal
Access comprehensive coverage dating back to 1984 from the world's leading financial newspaper.
World Book Online Reference Center
Discover this powerful reference tool for students, advanced researchers and information seekers featuring thousands of eBooks, tens of thousands of articles and hundreds of thousands of primary source documents.
World Vital Records
Search over 5 billion family history and genealogy records and 28 million family trees. Acess U.S. Federal Census images and indexes, military and vital records, newspaper articles and much more.
Home & Lifestyle
Auto Repair Reference Center
Access complete Chilton automotive repair manuals and procedures, service bulletins, recalls, labor estimates and associated costs for thousands of vehicles from 1954 to present day.
Consumer Health Complete
Access full-text articles for hundreds of health reference books, encyclopedias, health reports and more covering all areas of health and wellness from mainstream medicine to holistic and integrated medicine.
Consumer Reports
Take advantage of premium consumer information including expert product reviews, current ratings, buying guides and news articles for thousands of products and services such as cars and electronics.
Gale Courses
Access a wide range of highly interactive courses led by expert instructors that you can take entirely online. Courses run for six weeks with new sessions beginning each month.
Hobbies & Crafts Reference Center
View hundreds of detailed instructions and how-to videos on a variety of hobbies, crafts and leisure activities, including knitting, gardening, model building, rock climbing and much more.
Home Improvement Reference Center
Improve or repair your home with user-friendly how-to videos and full-text content from leading home improvement magazines and reference books.
Legal Information Reference Center
Gain the necessary tools and instructions to understand a wide range of legal issues. Search state-specific legal forms by subject areas including adoption, bankruptcy, name changes and more.
Universal Class
Choose from hundrends of instructor-led online cuorses ranging from professional development to technology skills and personal enrichment.
Lifelong Learning
Brainfuse Adult Learning Center
Whether you are going back to school, switching jobs or just want to brush up on an academic skill, Adult Learning Center is here to help. Please note, Google Chrome is recommended when using this resource.
Brainfuse Help Now!
Access live online tutoring, writing labs, group collaboration classrooms, résumé writing assistance, high school equivalency and U.S. citizenship test preparation and more. Please note, Google Chrome is recommended when using this resource.
Gale Courses
Access a wide range of highly interactive courses led by expert instructors that you can take entirely online. Courses run for six weeks with new sessions beginning each month.
Little PIM
Have fun exploring foreign languages using videos, flashcard sets, books and music ideal for children ages 2–6.
Lynda.com
Learn the latest business, technology and creative sofware tools through instructional videos taught by industry experts. Course topics include Microsoft Office, Adobe software, web design and much more.
Mango Languages
Explore more than 70 foreign languages, American Sign Language and English as a Second Language (ESL) courses and resources to gain practical, real world conversation skills.
Universal Class
Choose from hundrends of instructor-led online cuorses ranging from professional development to technology skills and personal enrichment.
ValueLine
Access the most accurate and independently created research information available to help you effectively meet their financial objectives.
Movies, Music & Entertainment
BiblioEnfants (Tumblebooks in French)
Profitez d'un grand choix de livres électroniques et de jeux pour enfants et adolescents.
Biblioteca TumbleBooks (TumbleBooks in Spanish)
Escoja entre una amplia selección de libros ilustrados y juegos para niños.
Bolingbrook: Project Music
Discover new music from local artists. If you’re a musician, submit your original music to share with our community and the world.
BookFlix
Reinforce reading skills and develop essential real-world knowledge through fictional video storybooks paired with nonfiction eBooks.
Freegal
Browse, download and stream more than 9 million songs and 15,000 music videos, including current hits and Sony Music’s catalog of legendary artists.
Hoopla
Access thousands of movies, TV shows, music, eBooks, audiobooks and graphic novels when and where you want.
OnePlay
Download and play popular Android and PC games directly on your device or computer with no holds or waiting.
RBdigital Audiobooks
Enjoy a large collection of audiobooks to listen to with ease on your desktop or mobile device.
TumbleBook Library
Enjoy a large selection of English, Spanish and French eBooks and games for children and tweens.
Reading, Writing & Publishing
BiblioBoard
Discover exciting eBooks that are free to anyone in Illinois without needing a library card. Enjoy quarterly Popup Picks and works from Illinois authors. If you’re a local author, submit your self-published book to SELF-e here.
BiblioEnfants (Tumblebooks in French)
Profitez d'un grand choix de livres électroniques et de jeux pour enfants et adolescents.
Biblioteca TumbleBooks (TumbleBooks in Spanish)
Escoja entre una amplia selección de libros ilustrados y juegos para niños.
BookFlix
Reinforce reading skills and develop essential real-world knowledge through fictional video storybooks paired with nonfiction eBooks.
Gale Virtual Reference Library
Explore encyclopedias and specialized reference sources for multidisciplinary research.
Hoopla
Access thousands of movies, TV shows, music, eBooks, audiobooks and graphic novels when and where you want.
Illinois Catalog
Search the OCLC catalog of materials held by Illinois libraries. Items may be requested through Interlibrary Loan.
Literary Reference Center Plus
Explore an expansive collection of author biographies, plot summaries, title overviews, literary reference books, monographs, literary magazines and journals, book reviews and much more.
NoveList K-8 Plus
Find your next great read, get suggested read-a-likes, read reviews and more on hundreds of books for children in kindergarten through eighth grade.
NoveList Plus
Find your next great read, get suggested read-a-likes, read reviews and more on hundreds of books.
OverDrive
Borrow from a robust collection of eBooks and audiobooks including best-selling authors, new release titles, classics and crowd-pleasers.
RBdigital Audiobooks
Enjoy a large collection of audiobooks to listen to with ease on your desktop or mobile device.
RBdigital Magazines
RBdigital Magazines, the world's largest newsstand, offers full-color digital magazines for anytime, anywhere reading on your desktop and mobile devices with no holds, no checkout periods and no limits.
Something About the Author
Explore all volumes of Gale's award-wining reference set, Something About the Author, the main series, and Something About the Author: Autobiography Series. You'll find thousands of illustrated biographical profiles of children's authors and illustrators.
TumbleBook Library
Enjoy a large selection of English, Spanish and French eBooks and games for children and tweens.
US Newsstream
Access full-text articles from more than 1,300 newspapers, news websites and blogs from leading publishers throughout the world. Major newspapers include the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Chicago Tribune, Washington Post, USA Today, Los Angeles Times, Boston Globe, The Guardian and many other national and regional titles.
Wall Street Journal
Access comprehensive coverage dating back to 1984 from the world's leading financial newspaper.
World Book Early World of Learning
Preschoolers and children in early elementary grades will develop reading fluency and phonemic awareness by reading, playing, watching, printing and doing.
World EBook Library
Discover beautifully illustrated, engaging titles that support a span of curriculum areas and reading levels.
Servicios en Español
Biblioteca TumbleBooks (TumbleBooks in Spanish)
Escoja entre una amplia selección de libros ilustrados y juegos para niños.
Clase Periodica
Browse an index of Latin American journals covering the sciences and humanities, including some full-text articles.
Enciclopedia Estudiantil Hallazgos
Enciclopedia Estudiantil Hallazgos ofrece artículos en Español, medios de comunicación y sitios web para estudiantes de Español.
Hispanica Saber–Gran Enciclopedia Hispanica
Acceda esta enciclopedia completamente en Español llena de artículos, imágenes, mapas, videos y más hecha exclusivamente para los hablantes nativos de Español, estudiantes bilingües y participantes de ESL/ELL.
Little PIM
Have fun exploring foreign languages using videos, flashcard sets, books and music ideal for children ages 2–6.
Mango Languages
Explore more than 70 foreign languages, American Sign Language and English as a Second Language (ESL) courses and resources to gain practical, real world conversation skills.
World Book Online Reference Center
Discover this powerful reference tool for students, advanced researchers and information seekers featuring thousands of eBooks, tens of thousands of articles and hundreds of thousands of primary source documents.