Our online databases are a very important part of our collection, and we are proud of the quality and diversity of these tools. However, we also know how difficult it can be to learn how to use these tools, and when to choose one resource over another. To help you get more familiar with these powerful databases, please check out our Featured Database every month!
There is something for everyone, whether you are a middle school student struggling with your first Science Fair project, or a more advanced student researching topics for a debate or a term paper, or a working professional preparing for an important business presentation or investigating a career change.
At first glance, some of these databases can seem intimidating, but by exploring one each month, we hope the descriptions and tutorials we offer will help you discover the valuable information these powerful tools can offer you, above and beyond a simple GOOGLE search. You may also want to review our Database Guides, organized by subject area.
GOING MOBILE?
Smartphones, tablets, e-readers, netbooks -- they're changing our world! We want to meet the needs of our mobile patrons.
Beginning with our Winter 2012 issue, we now have a digital newletter adapted for mobile apps.
Many of you are enjoying the capability of browsing the library catalog on your web-enabled phones or opting-in to receive short text messages on your mobile phone, or even paying your library fines through the online catalog's MY ACCOUNT feature!
Owners of e-readers love our downloadable books, and now Kindle owners may also take advantage of this free service!
Need help? Come on in, or give us a call at the Reference Desk (516)481-6591.
IRS Tax Secrets will kick off our winter adult programs on Monday, January 9, 2012 at 7 pm.
Tell us what you think of our new Digital Newsletter. You may respond to us on Facebook, or e-mail us, or call 481-6591 x22, or drop by to chat at the Reference Desk.
