Online Resources
Databases are available to use both inside the library and from anywhere an Internet connection is available. Use outside the library will require a Calumet City Public Library card in good standing. If you need assistance, please call (708) 862-6220, ext. 2 for Adult Services.
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Books & Media
BiblioBoard Library
Free for Illinois residents. Access is made available through Reaching Across Illinois Library Systems (RAILS). Please choose the RAILS library to view collections. Create a free account to download hundreds of classic texts to your computer or smartphone.Hoopla
Borrow digital video, music and audiobooks with your Calumet City Public Library card. For FREE ebooks, audiobooks, graphic novels, movies, music and more, sign up for hoopla now!Illinois Talking Book and Braille Center
Provides talking book and Braille service to individuals with visual or physical limitationsMedia on Demand
Download e-books, Audiobooks, and stream movies for free with your library card! Download the app OverDrive Media Console for your Apple or Andriod device to access your account on the go!NoveList Plus
Full text reviews, annotations, publication information, and more for more than 120,000 works of fiction. Search for books by author, title, series or even by plot descriptions. Find recommendations for similar titles and authors, guides for book discussions and more.Business Resources
AtoZdatabases
Ultimate Database for Jobs, Businesses, Mailing Lists, Background & Criminal searchBusiness Source Premier
The industry's most widely used business research database, Business Source Premier features full text and searchable cited references for top journals covering a variety of business disciplines.BusinessUSA
A centralized, one-stop platform for small businesses that easily searches across all government departments, agencies and administrations to connect businesses to the services and information relevant to their needs.Regional Business News
Provides full-text regional business publications for the United States and Canadian provinces. Users can search newspapers, magazines and other resources from trusted news sources.SCORE
A nonprofit association dedicated to helping small businesses get off the ground, grow and achieve their goals through education and mentorship.Small Business Reference Center
Offers exclusive full text for many top consumer small business reference books, as well as tools to address many small business topics. It includes business videos, a help and advice section and details on how to create business plans.Consumer Information
AutoMate
Powered by the automotive experts at MOTOR, AutoMate provides the most accurate, authoritative and up-to-date service and repair information for thousands of domestic and imported vehicles. All content comes from the Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) and includes step-by-step repair information, diagrams, maintenance schedules, parts and labor estimates, service bulletins and recalls.Consumer Reports
Doing research takes time. Choosing the wrong product wastes money. Provide trusted information for making the smart choice. Enable thorough product comparisons with Consumer Reports' (CR) comprehensive archive of expert, unbiased product reviews.Driving-Tests.org
Tests for automobile, motorcycle, and CDL along with the Driver Handbook for each, are available, along with an FAQ section addressing questions about Illinois Driver's Licenses. No library card number or personal information is required.Hobbies & Crafts Reference Center
This database offers detailed "how-to" instructions and creative ideas to meet the interests of virtually every hobby enthusiast. Full text is provided from leading hobby and craft magazines.Home Improvement Reference Center
Through a collection of comprehensive full-text content, this database provides users with detailed, user-friendly “how-to” information covering a variety of home improvement and repair projects.Education & Reference
ABCmouse.com
With 8,500+ interactive books, educational games, puzzles, and other learning activities, ABCmouse.com's award-winning online curriculum is an invaluable resource for young learners (ages 2-8+).Due to licensing restrictions, ABCmouse.com may only be used in the library.
Explora
Search across our EBSCO research databases with one simple search bar, or use each database individually as listed below:Academic Search Premier
Business Source Premier
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Consumer Health Complete
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History Reference Center
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Legal Information Reference Center
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Literary Reference Center
MasterFILE Premier
Middle Search Plus
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Points of View Reference Center
Primary Search
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Science Reference Center
HelpNow
Online tutoring from Brainfuse! With their Skillsurfer Test Prep and Adult Learning Center, HelpNow provides differentiated learning experiences for users of all ages, backgrounds and needs.Universal Class
Take a non-credit class to learn a new hobby or brush up on a skill for an exam.World Book Web
The World Book Web is a suite of online research tools that includes encyclopaedia articles, primary source collections, educator tools, student activities, pictures, audio, and video, complemented by current periodicals and related Web sites.Genealogy
Ancestry Library Edition
In Ancestry Library Edition you will find literally billions of records in census data, family histories, vital records, directories, legal documents, photos, maps and more. There is new content added continually along with ongoing updates.Due to licensing restrictions, Ancestry Library Edition may only be used in the library.
