Business / Jobs Databases
A to Z Databases
AtoZdatabases is a Job Search, Reference & Mailing List Database including 65 million business & executive profiles & 240 million residents. Ideal for sales leads, mailing lists, market research, employment opportunities, finding friends and relatives, and much more!
Job and Career Accelerator
Resume builder and other powerful tools and guidance to achieve your career goals with Learning Express
Weiss Financial Ratings
Use Weiss Ratings to find safe banking and insurance options, evaluate potential stock and fund investments, and conduct personal financial planning.
e-BOOKS & e-AUDIO
Libby
You can borrow as many digital audiobooks or ebooks as you’d like (5 at a time) when you use Libby. Download the Libby app to your device to search and read. On a computer, search the Libby Catalog directly, or use our full library catalog. Most Libby ebooks are compatible with Kindle.
Boundless
Allows you to borrow up to 5 digital items simultaneously. Use the Boundless app to download ebooks and audiobooks to your device. On a computer, search the Boundless site or the full library catalog Titles in this state wide library may be accessed on Kindle Fire.
Hoopla
With hoopla, library cardholders can instantly stream (or download via mobile app) digital movies, TV episodes, music, eBooks, audiobooks, comics & graphic novels. 6 item limit per month. Download the hoopla app to your device or visit hoopladigital.com to get started.
Kanopy
Stream classic cinema, Indie films, and top documentaries ad-free! Unlimited children’s checkouts with Kanopy Kids Get started with your library card.
Daily NewspaperS
PEORIA
Peoria Journal Star Collection
Local current and archived issues with full-color newspaper pages, full-text articles and content only published online. To view “like a newspaper”, be sure to select the IMAGE format.
St. Louis
St. Louis Post-Dispatch Collection
Read St. Louis news, search current and archived issues. To view “like a newspaper”, be sure to select the IMAGE format.
USA Today
USA Today Collection
National news, events and people. To view “like a newspaper”, be sure to select the IMAGE format.
Do it Yourself (DYI)
Auto Repair Source
Designed for touch-enabled devices, Auto Repair Source offers access to information to help users diagnose, repair and maintain today’s complex vehicles. All content comes from the Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) and includes step-by-step DIY auto repair information, diagrams, and maintenance schedules.
Consumer Reports
Product testing information and consumer research. The Consumer Reports resource is only available at the library. See the Information Desk staff who will login to this resource at the public computers.
Hobbies/Crafts Sources
A DIY database of leading full-text hobby and craft magazines, hobby profiles, recipes and videos to inspire creativity, Hobbies & Crafts Source features “how to” instructions and do-it-yourself ideas.
Home Improvement Source
Home Improvement Source offers detailed, user-friendly “how-to” information covering a variety of do-it-yourself home improvement and repair projects.
Small Engine Repair Source
Small Engine Repair Source offers assistance in providing routine maintenance (tune-ups, brake service) as well as extensive repairs (engine and transmission disassembly). Browse by product type, brand, model/engine type and model numbers.
Study Help
e-Library
eLibrary provides general reference. Over 2,500 full-text titles, 9,000+ Research Topics. Over 7 million maps, photos, graphics, and websites. Recommended for school research and reports.
Mango Languages
Mango Languages is an online learning platform with 70+ languages. Includes ESL versions for new English speakers. Create an account via the website using your library card and then you can download the app to learn on the go.
World Book Online
World Book Online provides general reference for all ages. Articles, primary sources, multimedia materials, & more. Kids module is designed for the young learner covering a variety of topics. Also includes eBooks and early literacy modules.