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A database is a collection of information to help you with your research needs. The information may be organized around a particular theme or gathered for a particular use. A database can be anything from a collection of magazine and newspaper articles to information on a specific topic such as gardening or travel or your favorite artist or photographer.
Some databases may be accessed from home or work and some are accessible only from a public use computer in the library. Databases marked with an "§" are accessible only from a public use computer in the library.
| Database | Description |
|---|---|
| City of Galesburg | Access minutes, agendas, bus schedules, department directories and information, employment listings, applications, forms, the municipal code and more. |
| allmusic | Database covers everything from classical music to garage rock. Includes biographies, reviews and more. See also Lyrics.com to look for lyrics by artist. |
| Allrecipes | Recipes, recipe reviews and variations; search by ingredients and cooking time. |
| ConsumerSearch.com | Find answers about what products are top rated or best bets in their class, including estimated pricing and retailer locations. |
| Dictionary | Online dictionary, thesaurus and general reference. |
| Directory of Open Access Journals(DOAJ) | Provides free access to full text articles in over 1600 scientific and scholarly journals. |
| edmunds.com | Pricing, reviews, ratings and advice for new and used car buyers. |
| Find-It Illinois | Illinois government information and access to over 600 Illinois libraries. |
| FirstGov | Everything you need to know about U.S. government services and resources. |
| FirstGov for Seniors | Information about U.S. government services and resources of particular interest to seniors. |
| Access a wide variety of databases such as ERIC, MedLine, Article 1st, and national and international library catalogs. | |
| History of Public Art in Knox County | Descriptions and artist and location information for many public artworks in Knox County. |
| Illinois Department of Corrections | Inmate search, visitor information, facility location, and more. |
| Illinois Legal Aid Online | Free legal advice, information, guidance and forms for Illinois residents. Just type in your question and go... |
| InfoTrac | Access magazines, newspaper articles, children's magazines, almanacs, encyclopedias, dictionaries and reference resources for information about culture, sports, art, science, and current events. |
| Internet Movie Database | Find a movie, from who was in it, to who made it, to trivia about it, to filming locations; includes links to reviews and fan sites |
| Kelley Blue Book | Find new car pricing, used car values, ratings, reviews and other vehicle information |
| MedlinePlus | Access health information, drug information, medical encyclopedia, medical dictionary and more. |
| National Academies Press | Free on-line searchable library of over 3,000 on-line books. NAP publishes the reports issued by the National Academy of Sciences, the National Academy of Engineering, the Institute of Medicine, and the National Research Council. |
| National Library for the Environment | Search "hot topics," news, population data and environmental reports for Congress. Includes links to data sources, maps, treaties and laws, research reports, environmental dictionaries, photos, etc. |
| § NoveList | What to read next? A database of fiction searchable by author, subject or genre. Can't get to the library, use our online Reader's Advisory. |
| Sex Offender Registry | Access to the Illinois State Police Sex Offender registry. |
| PLANTS Database | Information about plants in the U.S. Includes data reports on a variety of specialized areas including invasive and noxious plants and threatened and endangered status. |
| Tax Information: Federal | Access the Internal Revenue Service site for information and forms. |
| Tax Information: State | Access the Illinois Department of Revenue site for information and forms. |
| Thomas Register | Search manufacturer database for address and contact information, products, brands and more. |
| Vets on the Net | Find information on Veteran's organizations, resources, history and links to other websites. |
| White Pages Yellow Pages |
Find phone numbers and addresses. |
| 411Locate.com | Find phone numbers, reverse lookup and mapping resources. |
| YaHoo!Finance | Stock quotes, market news, portfolio management resources and more. |
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