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Handbook of Classical Mythology
Handbook of Hindu Mythology
Handbook of Native American Mythology
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Explores many aspects of the African-American experience, from the past to the present. Features biographies, historical documents, photographs, timelines and maps, quotes, and a bibliography. (Link opens in a new tab/window.)

Genealogical research, with digitized images of the U.S. Federal Census from 1790 forward, the American Genealogical Biographical Index, Passenger, and Immigration Lists Index, and more.  (Link opens in a new tab/window.)

This simple, user-friendly, web-based solution provides details on businesses and households within the U.S.  (Link opens in a new tab/window.)

Achieve your reading goals with our challenges!

HelpNow - One-on-one test prep, eLearning, and homework help 
JobNow - Expert assistance throughout the job search process

Click on "BOOKLISTS" to see multicultural titles for grades K-5 and science titles for grades K-6+. (Link opens in a new tab/window.)

Consumer Reports & the Consumer Reports Buying Guide are available in digital format. No app is needed. (Link opens in a new window/tab.)

1994-present.  Local and national news. (Link opens in a new tab/window.)

1876-1881  The Chester Daily Times  
1886  Chester Evening Times
1941 Chester Reporter 
1882-1959 Chester Times 
1959-1994 Delaware County Daily Times
See Newsbank's resource for issues 1994-present. (Link opens in a new tab/window.)

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The Economist magazine from January 1998 to the present is available from the database Gale Business Insights in the Power Library. Scroll down the Business Insights page and find The Economist listed under "Most Used Publications."

Independent and unbiased financial strength ratings for investments, banking & insurance. Featuring a Medicare Supplemental Insurance (MediGap) buyer's guide. Financial literacy tools are included. (Link opens in a new tab/window.) 
 

Encyclopedias and specialized reference sources on a variety of topics. (Link opens in a new tab/window.)

A site to teach older adults how to use the Internet.  (Link opens in a new tab/window.)

To access this site on a tablet (iPad, Samsung Galaxy, etc.), download the FREE app Easy Tablet Help for Seniors, available on the Apple App Store, Google Play and Amazon App Store. There is no cost and no in-app purchases required.

One-on-one test prep, eLearning, and homework help. From Brainfuse. (Link opens in a new tab/window.)

Essential collection of genealogical & historical sources, U.S. Federal Censuses, books, bank records, and more. (Link opens in a new tab/window.)

From Brainfuse. Get expert assistance throughout the job search process, including resume review and interview coaches. Take advantage of the 24/7 templates, tips and resources, including eParachute, which matches your interests and skills with careers. (Link opens in a new tab/window.)

NOTE: Click HERE for Consumer Reports
           Click HERE for The Economist
Full-color, interactive digital magazines to download to a computer or mobile device with Libby by Overdrive. (Link opens in a new tab/window.)

Download ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines onto your iOS or Android device, or send them to your Kindle via the Amazon website. Help using Libby is available here. (Libby is not available for the Kindle Fire. Instead, use Overdrive.) Link opens in a new tab or window.

NewsBank provides a comprehensive collection of reliable news sources covering a wide array of topics and issues.
Try this single search for 26 newspapers in the Philadelphia region. (Link opens in a new tab/window.)

Find your next great novel! Uses titles, authors names, and themes to provide suggestions of books personalized to your particular interests. (Link opens in a new tab/window.)

Includes fiction authors, titles and themes for students in grades K-8, with "read alike" suggestions. Full text reviews from professional journals and book talks for selected titles. (Link opens in a new tab/window.)

One search, three databases:
Philadelphia Inquirer Historic  1829-1922
Philadelphia Inquirer text edition 1981-Current
Philadelphia Inquirer Image edition 2018-Current
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Resources on a wide variety of topics for school, business and hobbies. Includes:
Bookflix and Truflix ebooks and videos for children, and the New York Times.
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