Databases and eResources
The Library subscribes to a number of Databases and has curated a collection of useful websites (eResources) that contain information across a wide variety of topics including genealogy, entrepreneurship, local history, consumer products, and language learning. You can find them here or browse our guides for Resources by Topic.
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Articles from 4,700+ full-text publications in the fields of biology, chemistry, engineering, physics, psychology, religion & theology, and more; includes over 4,000 peer-reviewed journals | more info Details and instructions for Academic Search Premier
Find out if you are eligible to receive help through Wisconsin's health and nutrition programs. | more info Details and instructions for ACCESS Wisconsin
Regardless of your immigration status, you have guaranteed rights under the Constitution. Learn more here about your rights as an immigrant, and how to express them. | more info Details and instructions for ACLU Immigrants' Rights
The Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) of Dane County provides information about resources and support on all aspects of life related to aging or living with a disability. | more info Details and instructions for Aging and Disability Resource Center of Dane County
Find Madison detox, inpatient, and outpatient rehab centers. | more info Details and instructions for Alcohol & Drug Rehab Center Directory - Addictions.com
Find out if your doctor is Board Certified | more info Details and instructions for American Board of Medical Specialists (ABMS) Doctor Certification
Census and demographic information from the US Census Bereau. | more info Details and instructions for American Community Survey
Journals from the American Physical Society (APS) are available free of charge in all Madison Public Library locations courtesy of the APS. Titles include:
Physical Review A
Physical Review B
Physical Review C
Physical Review D
Physical Review E
Physical Review ST AB
Physical Review ST PER
Physical Review Letters
Physical Review Focus
Reviews of Modern Physics
Virtual Journals
PR/PRL Index
PROLA
Journal access goes back to the early issues of each journal and includes full text of all articles as well as comments and errata. | more info Details and instructions for American Physical Society Journals
Find out more about your family tree by searching Ancestry Library. | more info Details and instructions for Ancestry Library
A collection of more than 200 daily and weekly Wisconsin newspapers. Newspapers are searchable and are included cover to cover in PDF format. Titles include the Wisconsin State Journal, Capital Times, Badger Herald, Daily Cardinal, Isthmus, and Madison Times, among others. | more info Details and instructions for Archive of Wisconsin Newspapers
See also The Better Business Bureau Serving Wisconsin 10019 W. Greenfield Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53214, (414) 847-6000, Public Office Hours: Monday-Friday 9am-4pm | more info Details and instructions for Better Business Bureau
Enciclopedia español para los estudiantes más jóvenes y educadores. | more info Details and instructions for Britannica Escolar
Innovative early learning resource for students in grade levels kindergarten through second grade | more info Details and instructions for Britannica Fundamentals
Comprehensive reference and learning resource for children and adults. | more info Details and instructions for Britannica Library: All Ages
Enciclopedia española para estudiantes mayores y educadores. Spanish encyclopedia for older students and educators. | more info Details and instructions for Britannica Moderna
Access age-appropriate reference articles, journals, magazines and more. Teacher resources are also available through this school edition of Encyclopedia Britannica for grades PreK-12. | more info Details and instructions for Britannica School Edition
A multi-volume collection of actual business plans compiled by entrepreneurs seeking funding for small businesses throughout North America. | more info Details and instructions for Business Plans Handbook
Full-text (or abstracts) of articles from thousands of scholarly and professional publications, academic journals, and trade magazines. | more info Details and instructions for Business Source Premier
Find jobs, upload/build your resume, and get information on career development and learning. | more info Details and instructions for Career Builder
Determine the best location for your business using Census data. | more info Details and instructions for Census Business Builder (CBB)
Federal agency for medicare and medicaid information and statistics. | more info Details and instructions for Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
Centro Hispano offers immigration services including consultations, naturalization, permanent residence, DACA, and family assistance. Visit the web site for times and to make an appointment. This service has a minimum cost. | more info Details and instructions for Centro Hispano - Immigration Services
Analysis and ratings of charities and nonprofit organizations. | more info Details and instructions for Charity Navigator
OEM repair, maintenance, and service information on most cars, trucks, vans, and SUVs. Provides step-by-step procedures, diagnostic and troubleshooting help, and a video library. | more info Details and instructions for ChiltonLibrary (Auto Repair)
Resources in multiple languages to help you prepare for the U.S. Citizenship exam | more info Details and instructions for Citizenship Multilingual Resources
Information about where to vote in the City of Madison, absentee voting procedures and forms, and poll location hours. | more info Details and instructions for City of Madison Clerk
From the City of Madison Common Council. Includes links to City informational documents, committees, commissions, departments, and more. | more info Details and instructions for City of Madison Government Resource Guide
Find a career with the City of Madison | more info Details and instructions for City of Madison Jobs
Offers demographics, associations, plans, businesses, profiles, and maps. | more info Details and instructions for City of Madison Neighborhoods
Provides services and assistance to businesses in the city. | more info Details and instructions for City of Madison Office of Business Resources
Catalog of open data sets and visual tools from the City of Madison. | more info Details and instructions for City of Madison Open Data
For ages 14 and under: Unlimited access to thousands of digital comics, graphic novels, and manga on your computer or mobile device. | more info Details and instructions for ComicsPlus - Children's Library
For all ages: Unlimited access to thousands of digital comics, graphic novels, and manga on your computer or mobile device. | more info Details and instructions for ComicsPlus - Full Library
Community Immigration Law Clinic (CILC) is a free immigration consultation clinic supported by Christ Presbyterian Church. | more info Details and instructions for Community Immigration Law Center
Immediate online access to print issues of the well-respected Consumer Reports Magazine as well as special online-only content. Important information about choosing the best products and services available. | more info Details and instructions for Consumer Reports Online
Product reviews of electronics, appliances, and services | more info Details and instructions for Consumer Search
Clearinghouse of consumer protection information. | more info Details and instructions for Consumer.gov
CRC supports women and human trafficking survivors as they turn their lives around. | more info Details and instructions for Convergence Resource Center
The Collections include books that are published or distributed in the United States and Canada and in print when the current H.W. Wilson Core Collection volume went to press. Original paperback editions and paperback reprints of some essential titles unavailable in hardcover are included. | more info Details and instructions for Core Collections
Covering Wisconsin is a nonprofit organization that helps people in Wisconsin find and use health insurance. Their Health Insurance Navigators provide free help any time. Contact a Navigator by calling 608-261-1455 or schedule online. | more info Details and instructions for Covering Wisconsin
The Dane County Job Center is a central location for people looking for work and businesses that need help finding qualified applicants. | more info Details and instructions for Dane County Job Center
Access all data and digital content (e.g., demographic and economic data) from the U.S. Census Bureau. | more info Details and instructions for data.census.gov (formerly American FactFinder)
Data, tools, and resources for research, web and mobile applications, and data visualizations. | more info Details and instructions for Data.gov
The goal of the Dementia Crisis Program is to reduce the likelihood that persons with Alzheimer’s disease or other cognitive deficits who experience a behavioral crisis will need to leave their home of choice. To learn more about the Dane County Dementia Program, please contact call the APS Helpline at 608-261-9933. | more info Details and instructions for Dementia Crisis Program (Dane County)
The Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) brings together the riches of America’s libraries, archives, and museums, and makes them freely available to the world. It strives to contain the full breadth of human expression, from the written word, to works of art and culture, to records of America’s heritage, to the efforts and data of science. | more info Details and instructions for Digital Public Library of America (DPLA)
Free short computer lessons for beginners. | more info Details and instructions for DigitalLearn
Punto de acceso a bases de datos de EBSCOhost españolas. | more info Details and instructions for EBSCO Español
EBSCOhost includes thousands of indexed magazines, many full-text, for over fifteen years. Magazine coverage ranges from the popular to the academic. Also includes electronic content on business, medical information, and much more. | more info Details and instructions for EBSCOhost
The EBSCOhost eBooks collection (formerly NetLibrary) includes the searchable full text of over 8,000 online books. Fiction and nonfiction are included. | more info Details and instructions for EBSCOhost eBooks (formerly NetLibrary)
Information about national and international organizations in categories such as trade, business, and commercial; legal, governmental, public administration, and military; cultural; educational; veterans, hereditary, and patriotic; athletic and sports; fan clubs, and many more | more info Details and instructions for Encyclopedia of Associations 2023 (Gale Directory Library)