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Auto Repair Source is shifting into high gear

Interior color photograph of the inside of a SmartCar. EBSCO partner MOTOR has released a new platform brings additional coverage and an improved user experience to Auto Repair Source. The new Auto Repair Source platform offers: Responsive design for desktop, laptop and tablet displays, Enhanced search experience that allows you to look up vehicles by VIN, YMME…

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Our Library Now Subscribes to LearningExpress Library!

LearningExpress Library is an easy-to-use online test prep resource that caters to a wide range of educational and career needs. Whether you’re a student preparing for college admissions exams, an adult looking to improve core academic skills, or someone seeking occupational certification, LearningExpress Library has you covered. Access a comprehensive selection of tutorials, practice tests, articles,…

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Discover Your Family History with FindMyPast: A Premier Genealogy Resource

Discover your family history with FindMyPast, now at our library. This database offers a wealth of historical records, particularly from the UK, for insightful family research. FindMyPast lets you access diverse records from the UK, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand. Search through census data, employment details, and vital records like births, marriages, and deaths. It’s…

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The Economist on PressReader

We are excited to announce the latest addition to PressReader's global all-you-can-read newspaper and magazine platform. As part of its mission to bring trusted, world-class publications to readers around the world, the company has partnered with The Economist, one of the most well-read global affairs magazines, and a widely recognized provider of critical analysis. It…

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Read It! — New for English Language Learners 

Read It! helps English Language Learners (ELLs) succeed academically and in everyday life by providing helpful resources and specialized content to English language learners who have a foundation in English grammar and reading but who are still developing proficiency.  Read It! helps ELLs develop academic proficiency through resources that develop research, note-taking and academic writing…

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USA TODAY – Now on PressReader 

We’re thrilled to announce that PressReader just added one of the largest and most reputable newspapers in the world to your their catalogue. Starting today, you now have access to USA TODAY and USA TODAY International Edition. At PressReader, you can also find full digital, up-to-date issues of Chicago Tribune, Rolling Stone, Smithsonian, and 7000…

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New Web Resources

Starting July 1, the library welcomes a line up of new additions to our roster of great web resources! Newspapers website access: Don't be stopped by firewalls! You can now get access to the websites of the Washington Post and Wall Street Journal with your library card. Both these sites require registration, but access lasts…

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O’Reilly offers online learning for key tech skills

Keeping current on technology and business-related topics can be a challenge, and the Mount Prospect Public Library has a valuable resource to help. O’Reilly for Public Libraries is an e-learning platform consisting of business and technology videos, e-Books, and learning paths.   O’Reilly for Public Libraries offers up-to-date information in multiple formats including:  e-Books – Includes…

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Auto Repair Source

Find up-to-date service and repair information for thousands of cars and trucks — at the library! Know how much car repairs cost BEFORE you head to a mechanic. Find technical service bulletins and recall notices for thousands of cars and trucks. Find maintenance schedules and estimated labor times for common vehicle repairs. Find step-by-step diagnostic…

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