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2-1-1 Long Island is a free, non-emergency information and referral service that connects Long Island residents to health and human services they may need on a daily basis or during a disaster. 2-1-1 specialists are trained specifically in connecting people to health and human services resources quickly and easily.
AtoZ the USA is the “go-to” resource for US state and territory information. No other product combines so many cultural, historical, and social topic reports with so many modern and vintage maps, photos, and other images.
AtoZ Travel contains over 200 world city travel guides which include maps, photos, restaurant and shopping guides as well as general city information.
The contributions of African Americans to every aspect of the United States—from the initial settlement of the Americas to the present day—are substantial. The African American experience encompasses the myriad contributions of individuals from the African American community who have achieved prominence in the arts, entertainment, the sciences, business, the military, and politics as well as nameless others who endured the travails of slavery and institutionalized discrimination. A collection that taps a tremendous variety of sources is required to cover a topic of this magnitude and the importance of understanding African American history and its relation to greater U.S. history.
ALLDATA Repair delivers online OEM repair information in a single, reliable source, with factory-direct diagrams, repair procedures, TSBs, DTCs, and more.
This database may only be accessed in the library.
Billions of genealogical records in census data, vital records, directories, photos, and more.
This database may only be accessed in the library.
Includes Encyclopedia Britannica plus Merriam-Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary, magazines and periodicals, and many other research tools.
https://galesupport.com/novelGeo/novelGeoLink.php?loc=unlopacplus&db=EBacademic
Discover the leading knowledge-building resource that is universally trusted for accurate and age-appropriate content in Spanish. New features make it more valuable than ever for native Spanish speakers, bilingual students, and students learning Spanish.
https://galesupport.com/novelGeo/novelGeoLink.php?loc=unlopacplus&db=EBescolar
A source for all grades (Pre-K-12) and all reading abilities. Available at three levels–elementary, middle, and high.
https://galesupport.com/novelGeo/novelGeoLink.php?loc=unlopacplus&db=EBschool
Today’s business researchers demand instant access to reliable, comprehensive data and the tools to analyze and interpret the information. Gale Business Insights: Essentials delivers authoritative company and industry information, articles, and statistical data. Students, business owners, entrepreneurs, marketing professionals, investors, financial planners, and general researchers can explore real-world applications and develop analytical skills. Gale Business Insights: Essentials features easy-to-search rich content, a user-friendly interface, and robust analytical tools.
An interactive career guide featuring multimedia interviews with real people in every career, in-depth occupational profiles and information on colleges and universities.
Check to see if your doctor is certified. Unlimited access (no registration/barcode needed) when used within the library. There is a limit of 25 searches a day when used outside of the library.
Thousands of digital comics and graphic novels available with unlimited simultaneous access (no holds, no waiting, no limits on checkouts).
Through Coursera, unemployed New Yorkers will have access to nearly 4,000 programs across high-growth industries and can hone skills in data science, business, and technology. Many of these programs are pathways to certifications, professional certificates and can help elevate your career.
This service is offered through the NYS Department of Labor.
Creativebug provides access to more than 1,000 award-winning art & craft video classes taught by recognized design experts and artists. Videos are always available and are broken down into chapters and can be accessed an unlimited number of times. Material lists and descriptions are included (by brand name) and transcripts and patterns can be downloaded.
Cypress Resume is the simplest, most effective tool for resume creation on the market today. Specifically designed for job seekers skittish about writing, Cypress Resume allows anyone to create a professional resume—one that will stand out to potential employers—in a matter of minutes.
In Daily Life through History, students and researchers discover the everyday details about past eras that make historical accounts relevant and meaningful.
Explora Educator’s Edition highlights content relevant to teachers, including lessons plans, curriculum standards, and other professional development resources.
http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?authtype=ip,cpid&profile=ehed&custid=s4712675
Provides access to popular children’s’ magazines, easy to read encyclopedia entries, and a vast image collection. Formerly known as Primary Search.
https://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?authtype=ip,cpid&custid=s4712675&profile=ehk5
Ensure student and educator success with EBSCO’s new interface for schools and public libraries. Designed to meet the unique needs of its users, Explora supports both student research and classroom instruction with rich, reliable content and easy-to-use functionality.
http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?authtype=ip,cpid&profile=ehpl&custid=s4712675
Full Text Finder assists users in discovering which online databases allow access to specific publications. Search by journal title, publisher, or subject. Barcode authentication required for in-house and remote access use.
https://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?authtype=ip,cpid&custid=s4712675&groupid=main&profile=pfi
Find the information you’re looking for quickly and easily. Gale Academic OneFile provides millions of articles from over 17,000 scholarly journals and other authoritative sources—including thousands of podcasts and transcripts from NPR and CNN as well as videos from BBC Worldwide Learning.
This resource for academic research, which covers everything from art and literature to economics and the sciences, integrates the full text of publications from across the disciplines and now includes vocational/technical titles used by community college students.
Gale Business: Entrepreneurship gives business owners 24-hour expertise covering a day all aspects of starting and operating a business, including finance, management, marketing, human resources, franchising, accounting, and taxes. Includes sample business plans, how to guides, articles, and more.
Gale General OneFile is a one-stop source for news, magazine, and periodical articles across a wide range of general interest topics and academic disciplines. Millions of articles available in both PDF and HTML full-text formats.
Access full-text medical journals, magazines, reference works, multimedia, and much more. This comprehensive consumer health resource provides authoritative information on the full range of health-related issues, from current disease and disorder information to in-depth coverage of alternative medical practices for researchers of all levels.
Gale in Context: Biography provides contextual information on the world’s most influential people. It includes authoritative reference content, periodicals and multimedia organized into a user-friendly portal experience while also allowing users to search for people based on name, occupation, nationality, ethnicity, birth/death dates and places, or gender as well as keyword and full text.
Gale in Context: Elementary offers elementary children a safe place to find answers to their questions, practice research skills, and explore a broad range of subjects like animals, arts and music, social studies, and more.
Created specifically for middle-schoolers, Gale in Context: Middle School combines the best of Gale’s reference content with age-appropriate videos, newspapers, magazines, primary sources, and much more. Students will find outstanding support to complete assignments in core subjects including literature, science, social studies, and history.
Gale in Context: Opposing Viewpoints covers today’s hottest social issues, from capital punishment to immigration to marijuana. This cross-curricular research database supports science, social studies, current events, and language arts classes. Informed, differing views help learners develop critical-thinking skills and draw their own conclusions. Gale in Context: Opposing Viewpoints is a rich resource for debaters and includes pro/con viewpoints, reference articles, interactive maps, infographics, and more. A category on the National Debate Topic provides quick and easy access to content on frequently studied and discussed issues. Periodical content covers current events, news and commentary, economics, environmental issues, political science, and more.
Gale in Context: Science provides contextual information on hundreds of today’s most significant science topics. Drawing students in with captivating subject matter, Gale in Context: Science showcases how scientific disciplines relate to real-world issues ranging from bacteria to obesity and weather. The collection includes millions of full-text articles that includes national and global publications as well as 200+ experiments, projects, and top reference content.
Gale’s in Context: U.S. History provides information on hundreds of the most significant people, events and topics in U.S. History. The comprehensive, contextual, media-rich collection empowers learners to develop information literacy and critical thinking skills. Topics range from the arrival of Vikings in North America all to the way to the first stirrings of the American Revolution and on through the Civil Rights movement, 9/11, and the War on Terror. Content includes reference works, millions of news and periodical articles, and more than 5,000 rare and vital primary source documents that range from slave journals to presidential papers.
Gale in Context: World History reaches back to the ancient world — and forward to today’s headlines — to deliver a chronicle of the great cultures and societies that have formed the history of the human race. Rare primary sources, reliable reference and multi-media content put this vast topic into context.
Answer the age-old question, ‘What do I read next?’ Search and match reading interests to books, authors, genres, or topics.
A current, comprehensive and reliable online literature database offering the broadest and most representative range of authors and their works including a deep collection of full-text critical and literary analysis. The database provides researchers with unbounding evidence to support their literary responses and thesis statements through a diversity of scholars and critics that ensure all views and perspectives are represented.
Gale LegalForms offers a wide selection of essential New York State legal forms that may be customized for the most common legal procedures. These forms are used by attorneys and law firms. Includes real estate contracts, wills, premarital agreements, bankruptcy, divorce, landlord tenant, and many others.
Access business and technical publications in the computer, electronics, and telecommunications industries.
Gale OneFile: Educators Reference Complete provides access to academic journals, reports, and many premier reference sources in the field of education. The database includes content in key subject areas including administration, bilingual education, child development and psychology, funding, health education, technology, and testing.
Gale OneFile: Health and Medicine provides access to medical and professional periodicals, health and fitness magazines, and reference books and pamphlets. The database is designed for both nursing and allied health students as well as consumer health researchers. The material contained in this database is intended for informational purposes only.
Search magazines, journals, newspapers, and reference on a range of topics. Best for middle- and high-school students.
Informe Académico proporciona acceso a periódicos y revistas especializadas de la lengua española y la lengua portuguesa. La base de datos ofrece una amplia gama de contenidos sobre la América Latina.
Informe Académico provides access to Spanish- and Portuguese-language scholarly journals and magazines. The database offers a wide range of content both from and about Latin America.
Search authoritative periodical content covering topics like organizational dynamics, adult learning, and more. Updated daily.
This innovative full-text newspaper resource allows users to search articles instantly by title, headline, date, author, newspaper section, or other fields. InfoTrac Newsstand provides access to more than 2,300 major U.S. regional, national, and local newspapers, as well as leading titles from around the world. It also includes thousands of images, radio and TV broadcasts and transcripts.
Peterson’s Test Prep: This valuable resource includes full-length practice tests for GED, SAT, ACT, AP, PSAT, GRE, LSAT, MCAT, TOEFL, U.S. citizenship, and more. It offers information on undergraduate and graduate programs and tuition and scholarship assistance, as well as a resume builder and interviewing advice.
Peterson’s Career Prep: Get career ready with tools that prompts users to think about what they want in a job or career. Build and edit a résumé and learn tips focused on writing résumés and cover letters, networking, and interviewing. Search careers and jobs industry, experience level, or match strength. An included military crosswalk allows patrons to map any past military service to potential new civilian career paths.
Access live, on-demand online tutoring (Mon – Sun 2:00 pm to 11:59 pm ET.) for students in grades four through college as well as a 24-hour writing lab and adult learning center.
https://landing.brainfuse.com/index.asp?u=main.uniondalepubliclibrary.nassauhn.ny.brainfuse.com
A comprehensive treasury of American genealogical sources—rich in unique primary sources, local and family histories, and finding aids. Discover the amazing history of you with HeritageQuest Online. It delivers an essential collection of genealogical and historical sources—with coverage dating back to the 1700s—that can help people find their ancestors and discover a place’s past.
JobNow, powered by Brainfuse, provides live interactive online help combined with onlineresources to guide you through the necessary tasks to get a job.
https://landing.brainfuse.com/index.asp?u=main.uniondale.ny.brainfuse.com
Latinos and Hispanics in the United States are an intrinsic part of our national identity. This enormous segment of the United States population today—comprising immigrants from dozens of Latin countries, as well as Spain—now accounts for more than 16 percent of the overall U.S. population. The diversity of Latino cultures is wide ranging and their myriad cultural traditions reflect unique historical trajectories in the United States.
LOTE Online for Kids is a digital picture book collection featuring over 1,200 titles in 40 world languages.
MedlinePlus is an online health information resource for patients and their families and friends. It is a service of the National Library of Medicine (NLM), the world’s largest medical library, which is part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
This database provides access to full-text coverage of The New York Times from January 1985 – present.
This database provides access to full-text coverage of The New York Times from 1851 – 2019.
Covers news from Long Island from 1985 onward.
Instructional video tutorials for digital library resources.
Get help finding your next favorite book. Find titles, articles, and lists for your fiction and nonfiction needs. The database also includes audiobooks information, including audiobook recommendations and audio samples.
http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?authtype=ip,cpid&custid=s4712675&profile=novplus
NoveList K-8 contains information on fiction and non-fiction books for all K-8 grade levels and includes picture books, children’s chapter books and young adult titles. Updated weekly, NoveList K-8 is your starting place for learning about the books that you and your students need and will want to read.
http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?authtype=ip,cpid&custid=s4712675&profile=novpk8
The goal of NUWAV Legal Documents is to provide documents that meet the needs of the everyday citizen. Easily compose documents in categories like Business, Contracts, Landlord/Tenant disputes, Divorce and much more.
Popular culture is a highly significant form of living history—a constantly evolving, collective experience shaped by the seemingly trivial aspects of daily life. By examining what society as a whole has found interesting, entertaining, or worthy of adulation, we can clearly perceive our values and aspirations, revealing rare sociological and historical insights.
Learn 80 languages in any of 50 languages, for a total of 4,000 available course combinations. Plus, ESL for 50 non-English languages.
http://learning.pronunciator.com/getstarted.php?library_id=39726
Aprenda inglés y otros idiomas en línea por este servicio.
http://learning.pronunciator.com/getstarted-ES.php?library_id=39726
Use this database to prepare for the civics, reading, and writing portions of the US Naturalization Test.
https://learning.pronunciator.com/getstarted-procitizen.php?library_id=39726
Use esta base de datos para prepararse para las partes de educación cívica, lectura, y escritura del Examen de Naturalización de los Estados Unidos. En Español.
Use this database to prepare for the civics, reading, and writing portions of the US Naturalization Test. In Spanish.
https://learning.pronunciator.com/getstarted-procitizen-ES.php?library_id=39726
Exclusively devoted to African American family history research. It provides users a dedicated resource that not only brings together records critical to African American family research, but also connects them to a community of research experts. Primary sources devoted specifically to African American family history, including census records, vital records, freedman and slave records, church records, legal records, and more.
https://africanamericanheritage.proquest.com/login/ipbarcode?aid=39609
Includes full page and article images with searchable full text back to the first issue of the Long Island newspaper of record. Coverage runs from 1940 through 1985.
ProQuest Historical Black Newspapers offer essential primary source content and editorial perspectives of the most distinguished African American newspapers in the U.S. Each of the eleven Historical Black Newspapers provides researchers with unprecedented access to perspectives and information that was excluded or marginalized in mainstream sources. The content, including articles, obituaries, photos, editorials, and more, is easily accessible for scholars in the study of the history of race relations, journalism, local and national politics, education, African American studies, and many multidisciplinary subjects.
Offers full-text and full-image articles dating back to the nineteenth century. Includes the complete paper, cover-to-cover, with full-page and article images in easily downloadable PDF format.
This database provides cover-to-cover access to full-page images of the New York Times. Coverage includes 2008 onward with a 3-month embargo on the most recent editions.
Search the most recent global news content – with archives that stretch back into the 1980s – from over 2,500 news sources including newspapers, newswires, news journals, television and radio transcripts, blogs, podcasts, and digital-only websites in full-text format. Global Newsstream provides one of the largest collections of news from the U.S., Canada, Europe, Africa, Asia, Latin America, and Australia. Global Newsstream incorporates the U.S. Newsstream, Canadian Newsstream, and International Newsstream databases. All titles are cross searchable on the ProQuest platform.
Quickly and easily learn new languages using a wide variety of courses and activities. This product includes lessons for over 100 languages with 1,500-2,000 words and phrases for each, 25 native language courses for learning English (including an intermediate English course), features a flexible learning structure (dozens of learning activities designed for rapid learning and maximum retention), and develops the learner’s speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills.
TumbleBookLibrary is an online collection of animated, talking picture books which teach young children the joys of reading in a format they’ll love.
http://www.tumblebooklibrary.com/autologin.aspx?userid=MJ4LeebpV65pkmOaYjjkXw%3d%3d
Explore world cultures through this unique collection of full length videos representing the history of cinema while also providing a glimpse into the cultures of countries around the world. Includes the best of the silent era, works by groundbreaking international directors, American and European masterpieces from the mid-20th century, award-winning contemporary films from Global Lens, and films from ArtMattan Productions. This collection features videos from Alfred Hitchcock, Buster Keaton, D.W. Griffith, Charlie Chaplin, Orson Wells, Akira Kurosawa, and Roberto Rossellini.
Provides authoritative content and online tools that develop students’ global literacy, focusing on the geographic, political, social, economic, and cultural forces that are increasingly important in our globalized world.