Online Resources

Database Type
Audience

A to Z Databases

A to Z Databases online resource logo

This free search tool lets you look up businesses, people, jobs, or executives. You can also search the Michigan eLibrary or chat live with an expert for assistance.

Ancestry Library Edition

Ancestry Library Edition online resource logo

In library use only, search census, military, immigration, birth, marriage and death records for your ancestors. 

Career Exploration

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Learn about careers, build your workplace skills, prepare for WorkKeys® Assessments, and more.

CMU/Zeeland Record

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Zeeland, MI newspaper published weekly from 1893 - 2023 in digital format soon to be available.

College Students from ESBCO

College Students from ESBCO LearningExpress

Review math, reading, grammar, and science with interactive eBooks. Access powerful tools designed to help you succeed on college admission tests and craft standout application essays

College Success Skills

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Tools for navigating campus, your courses, and life.  Learn about organizational strategies, classrooom success skills, information literacy skills, and more. 

Computer Skills Center

EBSCO LearningExpress Computer Skills Center

Explore over 90+ engaging courses covering everything from computer and internet basics to creative tools like Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, plus essential Microsoft Office programs like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access, and SharePoint.

Consumer Reports

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Get trusted, in-depth reviews of popular products with Consumer Reports. Backed by rigorous research, real consumer feedback, expert journalism, and policy know-how, it helps you make smart buying decisions

Hobbies & Crafts Source

Hobbies & Crafts Source online resource logo

Dive into subject areas like arts & crafts, games & electronics, model building, needlework, outdoor adventures, and scrapbooking & paper crafts—there’s something for every maker and hobbyist.

Hoopla

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Hoopla is a streaming and downloading service offering library patrons access to videos, music, eBooks, audiobooks, comics and TV shows.

Libby

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Borrow ebooks, audiobooks, magazines, and more for free from your local library with Libby, the library reading app.

Michigan History Magazine

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Michigan History is geared towards professionals and enthusiasts.  It offers a wide variety of subject matter, time frames, and perspectives while inspiring, educating, and entertaining its readers. 

MyHeritage Library Edition

MyHeritage Library Edition online resource logo

In library use only, patrons may access this family history/genealogy resource including more than 6 billion historical ​records from the United States, Europe, Latin America, and other regions.

NoveList Plus

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Contains information on over 260,000 fiction and readable nonfiction titles. Features lists of award-winning books, book discussion guides, Read-a-Like recommendations, and complete series information. Also includes reader ratings and reviews.

Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE)

Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) online resource logo

The IRS's Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) and Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) programs offer free basic tax return preparation to qualified individuals.

Tax Info - AARP's Tax-Aide Program

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AARP Foundation Tax-Aide provides tax assistance to anyone, free of charge, with a special focus on taxpayers who are over 50 or have low to moderate income.

Tax info - Federal

Internal Revenue Service (IRS) online resource logo

Find Federal Income Tax Forms and Instructions for the current and previous years.

Tax info - links to MI tax forms

Internal Revenue Service (IRS) online resource logo

Find Michigan Income Tax Forms and Instructions for the current and previous years.