Research
Most of our databases can be found on live-brary.com, however the Lindenhurst Memorial Library does have some exclusive databases for our Lindenhurst Library cardholders.
Those exclusive databases are listed below:
Adult Learning
Brainfuse Adult Learning Center
Access to adult learning services including GED prep, 24/7 writing lab, live tutoring, career resources, U.S. citizenship prep, MS Office Essential Skills Series, and more.
Northstar Digital LiteracyNorthstar Digital Literacy helps you define basic skills needed to perform tasks on computers and online. Online, self-guided modules assess the ability of individuals to perform tasks based on these skills. Included are basic computer digital literacy standards and modules in three main areas:
- Essential Computer Skills – Basic Computer Skills, Internet Basics, Using Email, Windows OS, Mac OS
- Essential Software Skills – Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google Docs
- Using Technology in Daily Life – Social Media, Information Literacy, Career Search Skills, Supporting K-12 Distance Learning, Your Digital Footprint.
Business & Law
The premier source for business and residential information for reference and research. In Library Link.
Career
Live, anytime, anywhere job assistance, including up-to-date nation-wide and local job search engines, professional resume critique and proven interview techniques. Experience personalized career center seamlessly integrated with advanced virtual technology to help job seekers of diverse backgrounds and needs.
Car Repair
Auto Repair SourceProvides the most accurate, authoritative and up-to-date service and repair information for thousands of domestic and imported vehicles. All content comes from the Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) and includes step-by-step repair information, diagrams, maintenance schedules, parts and labor estimates, service bulletins and recalls and more. In Library Link
* ProDemand * (IN LIBRARY USE ONLY WITH GOOGLE CHROME BROWSER) automobile repair database used by the professionals. This database provides the information you need to repair your car and estimate the price of parts. In Library Link
Consumer Reviews
Full text access to the online text version of Consumer Reports.
Culinary
With thousands of global recipes, hundreds of fascinating culture and ingredient articles, and essential culinary resources, AtoZ World Food brings international cuisines to you, from Albanian byrek to Zimbabwean matemba!
Genealogy
Ancestry Library Edition – (IN LIBRARY USE ONLY)
Ancestry is an essential tool for your genealogy research. Search through census and other historical records, publications, stories, photos, maps and more.
Genealogy from LivebraryDiscover your family roots with the help of these resources.
Health & Medicine
211 Long Island DatabaseProvides website vistors with detailed information on over 10,000 community resources for help and assistance in a range of areas.
New York State Physician Profile
This database makes it possible for New York residents to get information about physicians including: the doctor’s medical education, and information about legal actions.
Language Learning
PronunciatorUsing Pronunciator you can learn any language, in virtually any other language. Plus, they have ESL for speakers of 50 non-English languages! Each language
course has a minimum of 1,500 phrases to learn, and most have 10,000 phrases.
Magazines & Newspapers
Flipster
Free digital magazines! Download the app and use your library card to access! Access leading digital magazines on your mobile device with Flipster, the digital magazine newsstand from EBSCO – courtesy of your local library.
Lindenhurst Star: Digital Archive
The Lindenhurst Star, published between 1927 and 1958 focused on the daily life of Lindenhurst and its residents. Included in this publication are news stories, birth and death announcements, and local features that depicted the current events around town. The Lindenhurst Memorial Library is the only known archive of The Lindenhurst Star. Thanks to a grant, we digitized our archive to provide unprecedented access to this slice of Lindenhurst history.
Newspaper Archive
Access to historic and current newspapers from Livebrary.com.
Science
Contains proprietary book and journal articles, images and videos, topic-specific timelines, tables and charts, and diagrams that provide a thorough grounding in all areas of the science curriculum. Science Online also features more than 1,600 science experiments and activities. These include downloadable, printable experiments in PDF format. In Library Link
Students
BrainfuseOn demand, anytime, anywhere eLearning includes: homework help, 24-Hour Writing Lab, and live tutors in math, science, reading/writing, social studies, PSAT/SAT, ACT, AP and state standardized tests.
CultureGramsFosters understanding and appreciation of the world’s countries and peoples by creating and publishing concise, reliable, and up-to-date cultural content. Today the CultureGrams series is one of the most trusted and widely used cultural reference and curriculum products in the education, government, and non-profit arenas. In Library Link.
TumbleBooksTumbleBookLibrary is a database of children’s e-books, and includes unique animated, talking picture books, read-along chapter books, national geographic videos, non-fiction books, playlists, as well as books in Spanish.
World BookWorld Book Online Reference is your source for electronic encyclopedia, dictionary and atlas entries; as well as educator tools and resources.
Veterans
Connect with an expert to learn more about eligible VA benefits and community resources.