Local History Room & Local Resources The Joliet Public Library offers the researcher of genealogy and local history a variety of materials and collections.
Mango Languages An online language learning resource, prepares learners for realistic conversations and strengthens everyday communication skills in over 70 world languages, including English.
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.
Newspaper Archive Explore your family history and discover key historical events with NewspaperArchive.com, one of the world’s largest online newspaper archives. Newspaper Archive Instructions
Newspapers by Ancestry The largest online newspaper archive, established in 2012. Used by millions for genealogy and family history, historical research, crime investigations, journalism, and entertainment. Search for...
Novelist Book recommendations based on your interests. Lists of read-alikes for authors, series, or titles. Tools for librarians and teachers to help with readers’ advisory.
Novelist K-8 A database designed for kids and teachers that helps young readers find books they’ll enjoy. It includes book recommendations, read-alike suggestions, and reading lists by...
Occupational Outlook Handbook A publication of the United States Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics that includes information about the nature of work, working conditions, training and...
OCLC Search OCLC FirstSearch for articles in 16,000 plus periodicals, with coverage from 1990 to present.
Poetry & Short Story Reference Center Explore thousands of classic and contemporary poems, short stories, biographies and essays.
Points of View Reference Source Containing resources that present multiple sides of an issue, Points of View Reference Source provides rich content that can help students assess and develop persuasive...
Record Information Services Record Information Services/CheckIllinois-Helpful for employers, business owners, marketers, realtors, homeowners, landowners, city officials, lawyers, and beyond to search Illinois Public Records by type of public...
