Resources
Databases and Informational Websites
To access these databases you will need your library card barcode number (Patron ID). *These databases require a password, please contact the library for the password.
Business Source Premier
Indexes and abstracts for 350 scholarly journals back to 1965 or the first published issue.
EBSCO MegaFILE
This is the broadest of the EBSCO databases, combining Masterfile Premier, Academic Search Premier, Business Source Premier and Regional Business News.
MasterFILE Premier
Provides full text for nearly 1,950 publications including nearly 500 full text reference books, 84,011 biographies, 83,472 primary source documents, and an Image Collection of 192,999 photos, maps and flags.
Regional Business News
Comprehensive coverage of regional business publications including: 75 business journals, newspapers and newswires from all metropolitan and rural areas within the United States.
Gale LegalForms
Gale Legal Forms
is comprehensive in the various types of legal documents made available. Our forms are "attorney forms," officially approved forms actually used at a typical law firm and very different from those documents found in "form books" -- generic, do-it-yourself documents that may not have been drafted by an attorney. Completed sample forms are also included. *To access from home you will need a password available from the library.
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Career Transitions provides hands-on guidance and immediate access to key job search activities, including multi-faceted job searching, activities for creating resumes and cover letters, applying and preparing for interviews. It will also help in discovering career interests; identifying new opportunities based on work or military experience; exploring growing career paths, including green and new economy jobs; and finding education and training.
Chilton Library
Automotive Repair Information for Do-It-Yourself (DIY) People - Chilton has been helping people like you maintain cars and trucks for more than 80 years. We know how to help you succeed.
EBSCO MegaFILE
This is the broadest of the EBSCO databases, combining Masterfile Premier, Academic Search Premier, Business Source Premier and Regional Business News.
Legal Forms
Over 36,000 legal documents and forms, including wills, name change, real estate and more. Gale Legal Forms
is comprehensive in the various types of legal documents made available. Our forms are "attorney forms," officially approved forms actually used at a typical law firm and very different from those documents found in "form books" -- generic, do-it-yourself documents that may not have been drafted by an attorney. Completed sample forms are also included. *To access from home you will need a password available from the library.
MasterFILE Premier
Provides full text for nearly 1,950 publications including nearly 500 full text reference books, 84,011 biographies, 83,472 primary source documents, and an Image Collection of 192,999 photos, maps and flags.
Small Engine Repair - New February 2, 2009
Information about: ATV, Boat Motors, Motorcycles, Snow Machines, Tractors, Outdoor Power Equipment, Personal Water Craft, Generators, and other small engines.
Consumer Reports
Finding the best deals, the best products and the safest options is difficult. The library is now subscribing to Consumer Reports online to help you compare products and make smart consumer choices. Click this link to access the full consumer reports.org website. *Accessing from home will require an userid and password, available from the library.
Price - It
It's like "Antique Home Show!" Price It! Antiques & Collectibles - powered by GoAntiques.com - is the most comprehensive antique and collectible pricing tool in the world. This simple-to-use online resource delivers 23 million realized prices on treasures nearly 30% of Americans collect, buy and trade everyday. *To access from home you will need a password available from the library.
Home Improvement Reference Center
Designed to assist homeowners in do-it-yourself home repair, maintenance, and remodeling projects, Home Improvement Reference Center provides step-by-step instructions for thousands of projects in the areas of plumbing, outdoor, woodworking, electrical, and decorating in high-quality PDF files. Additionally, thousands of articles from magazines and reference books provide tips and suggestions to supplement the step-by-step project instructions.
Financial Literacy Streaming Service is a database of short movies on financial topics. Learn about everything from budgeting to the stock market and more. Includes Biz Kid$, a fast-paced series about credit, savings, budgeting, investing money and business. Click on "Financial Literacy" then log-in. Call the library for username and password.
Koochiching Aging Options
The mission of Koochiching Aging Options is to help Koochiching County’s older adults live independent, socially engaged and healthy lives in a supportive community.
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Academic Search Premier
text for nearly 8,250 serials and peer-reviewed titles. PDF files are available for over one hundred journals, and searchable references are provided for more than 1,000 titles.
Britannica Public Library Edition for Kids
An online encyclopedia geared to kids, teens, and homeschool families.
Britannica Public Library Edition
An online encyclopedia for general reference.
Career Transitions
provides hands-on guidance and immediate access to key job search activities, including multi-faceted job searching, activities for creating resumes and cover letters, applying and preparing for interviews. It will also help in discovering career interests; identifying new opportunities based on work or military experience; exploring growing career paths, including green and new economy jobs; and finding education and training.
EBSCO MegaFILE
This is the broadest of the EBSCO databases, combining Masterfile Premier, Academic Search Premier, Business Source Premier and Regional Business News.
Expanded Academic ASAP
This premier database of more than 2,500 titles offers balanced coverage of every academic concentration.
FactCite
The Lincoln Library of Essential Information is a general purpose resource for all ages. Until the end of March, you may access all the Lincoln Library databases, including a biography resource, American History, sports champions, and mythology sites.
Gale Virtual Reference Library Access to more than 1,000 electronic reference titles — eBooks — in virtually any subject, including health, science, art, history, biography and many more.
InfoTrac - Junior Edition
Magazines, newspapers, and reference books about current events, the arts, science, popular culture, health, people, government, history, and sports. (Middle School)
InfoTrac - Kids Edition
Magazines, newspapers, and reference books about current events, the arts, science, popular culture, health, people, government, history, and sports. (Elementary School)
InfoTrac - Student Edition
Magazines, newspapers, and reference books about current events, the arts, science, popular culture, health, people, government, history, and sports. (High School)
Jr. Reference Collection
Information about science, multicultural topics, people & places. (Elementary & Middle School)
Kids InfoBits
Magazine, newspaper and reference information about current events, the arts, science, health, people, government, history, and sports. (Elementary School)
MasterFILE Premier
Provides full text for nearly 1,950 publications including nearly 500 full text reference books, 84,011 biographies, 83,472 primary source documents, and an Image Collection of 192,999 photos, maps and flags.
Powerspeak
takes language instruction to new levels of engagement and effectiveness, diminishing the fear and angst of learning a language by empowering users with a friendly, functional and contextual learning experience. Patrons can learn Spanish, French, German, Russian, Mandarin Chinese as well as English for Spanish speakers.
Professional Collection
A custom selection of more than 300 full-text journals for educators that is updated daily and provides 24-hour access.
ProQuest
A full-text database of over 350 newspapers that allows users to search the latest news from around the world.
Learning Express Library Learning Centers offer the practice tests, exercises, skill-building courses, and information you need to achieve the results you want—at school, at work, or in life. Looking to land a job? You'll find an entire Learning Center dedicated to helping you get the one that's right for you.
Grzimeks Animals Online is an image-rich, dynamic online resource of more than 4,000 species categorized by Amphibians, Birds, Fish, Insects, Invertebrates, Mammals and Reptiles, including information on evolution, habitat, behavior, range and more. It includes immersive tools like interactive range maps and an intuitive interface to let users discover while also supporting serious academic research and thousands of photos, maps, videos, audio tracks and more.
Minnesota Video Vault provides access to hundreds of videos and Twin Cities Public Television productions. Short clips as well as full-length shows are available. The site can be searched by broad educational areas and grade level or you can search by "interest area" buttons.
AskMN
The Librarian is In! This is an online service for information and research help available to all Minnesota residents and students 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. AskMN is a cooperative service of Minnesota libraries. You must have a Minnesota public library barcode number to utilize the service. Please visit your local library if you need a card.
Financial Literacy Streaming Service is a database of short movies on financial topics. Learn about everything from budgeting to the stock market and more. Includes Biz Kid$, a fast-paced series about credit, savings, budgeting, investing money and business. Click on "Financial Literacy" then log-in. Call the library for username and password.
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EbscoHost ebook collection
Digital full-text versions of books such as reference works, scholarly monographs, literature and fiction, and 3,400 publicly-accessible titles.
Novelist
NoveList provides subject heading access, reviews, annotations, and much more for over 135,000 fiction titles. It also includes: Author Read-alikes, What We're Reading, Book Discussion Guides, BookTalks, and Annotated Book Lists.
Overdrive
Digital audio book are downloadable versions of books on tape or CD. Digital audio books can be transferred to a portable device and select titles can even be burned to a CD. Digital media is automatically returned so there are never late fees or trips to the library.
Other Libraries - If you have an Arrowhead Library Card you may also arrange to borrow items from the following library systems by visiting their websites:
Arrowhead Library System - ALS is a federated regional library system comprised of 29 regional libraries in northeastern Minnesota.
MnKnows - Minnesota Library Information Network
If you are traveling or moving use this website to: Find a Minnesota Library
MnLink -Your Gateway to Minnesota's Libraries
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Medline Plus
Information to answer health questions with extensive information about drugs, an illustrated medical encyclopedia, interactive patient tutorials, and the latest health news.
Falls Memorial Hospital
Consumer Health Complete
Health is a very important issue to all of us and the library seeks to provide you with the most up-to-date information available. Please click this link to access "Consumer Health Complete," health resources from traditional, alternative and complementary sources. *Accessing from home will require an userid and password, available from the library.
Mayo Clinic Medical Information
Koochiching Aging Options
The mission of Koochiching Aging Options is to help Koochiching County’s older adults live independent, socially engaged and healthy lives in a supportive community.
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Business Source Premier
Indexes and abstracts for 350 scholarly journals back to 1965 or the first published issue.
EBSCO MegaFILE
This is the broadest of the EBSCO databases, combining Masterfile Premier, Academic Search Premier, Business Source Premier and Regional Business News.
Expanded Academic ASAP
This premier database of more than 2,500 titles offers balanced coverage of every academic concentration.
MasterFILE Premier
Provides full text for nearly 1,950 publications including nearly 500 full text reference books, 84,011 biographies, 83,472 primary source documents, and an Image Collection of 192,999 photos, maps and flags.
Open Access Journals
This service covers free, full text, quality controlled scientific and scholarly journals.
Professional Collection
A custom selection of more than 300 full-text journals for educators that is updated daily and provides 24-hour access.
ProQuest
A full-text database of over 350 newspapers that allows users to search the latest news from around the world.
Regional Business News
Comprehensive coverage of regional business publications including: 75 business journals, newspapers and newswires from all metropolitan and rural areas within the United States.
Regional Newspaper Websites:
Mesabi Daily News
International Falls Daily Journal
Duluth News Tribune
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Government Websites
Federal Government
State of Minnesota
County of Koochiching
City of International Falls
Tax Information
Internal Revenue Service
State of Minnesota - Department of Revenue
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