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Academic Search Complete

Thousands of full-text journal/magazine articles from across the globe, providing access to critical information.


African American Heritage

Genealogy database devoted to African American family history research.


African-American History

A fresh way to explore the full spectrum of African-American history and culture, covering five centuries.


AGRICOLA

Records from the U.S. Department of Agriculture and citations about all aspects of agriculture and related fields, from the National Agricultural Library.


Alt HealthWatch

Full-text alternative health research database focused on complementary, holistic, and integrated approaches to health care and wellness.


American Indian History

Fast access to more than 15,000 years of culture and history, covering more than 600 Native American groups.


American Sign Language

Become conversationally fluent in American Sign Language (ASL) through videos, simulated role-play, and instant expressive skills feedback. Offered through ASL Inside and accessible through Mango Languages.


Ancestry Library Edition (in-library use only)

Genealogical information covering the U.S. and the United Kingdom (only available in the Oak Park Public Library).


Article Search

Search multiple resources at once using the catalog’s Article Search to find full-text results:

  1. Follow the Article Search link above.
  2. Confirm that the search box dropdown selectors are set to all Text and in Articles & Databases.
  3. Enter your search terms into the search text box.
  4. Press the Search button.

ArticleFirst

Index of articles from the contents pages of journals (not full text).


AtoZ Maps Online

Comprehensive collection of royalty-free downloadable maps.


AtoZ World Culture

Information about world history, cultures, languages, foods, religions, and more.


Auto Repair Source

Do-it-yourself repair and maintenance information on most major manufacturers of domestic and imported vehicles.


Barron’s

Search (full-text articles): current (1988-present) & online edition (2018-present)


Biography Reference Source

Thousands of unique and reliable full-text biographies and full-text issues of Biography Today and Biography Magazine.


Bloomberg Wire Service

Search (full-text articles): historical (2017-2020)


Booklist Reader

A monthly book-browsing magazine for avid readers that makes it fun and easy to discover new books. Browse books, audiobooks, and graphic novels by age, topic, or genre in themed, monthly issues and organized lists. Available digitally from anywhere and in print at the Main Library.


Boston Globe

Browse (digital scan of print issue)current (October 2003-present)Sunday edition (October 2003-present)
Search (full-text articles): current (1997-present) & historical (1980-1996)


Brainfuse HelpNow

On-demand, anytime, anywhere learning resources for all ages, including:

  • Live online help from tutors (available daily from 2 to 11 pm)
  • Practice tests for college entrance exams, live assistance filling out FAFSA applications (select Live Tutoring and then choose FAFSA assistance from the Select Grade dropdown)
  • Expert writing assistance
  • A test center with customized study plans
  • A flashcard creator
  • A private virtual study room to share

Free app for iOS and Android available. Need help getting started with the app? Watch a video tutorial »


Brainfuse JobNow

Live interactive online help combined with online resources to guide jobseekers.