Available in the library or online 24/7 to Crystal Lake Library cardholders. Privacy Note: When you use a third-party online resource, you are subject to that organization’s privacy policies. You can see a list of the policies for most of our online resources here.
ArticleFirst – summaries of articles, some full text, from many academic and professional journals
AtoZ Databases – search businesses, people, mailing lists and sales leads, jobs, and more
Auto Repair Source – accurate, authoritative and up-to-date “do-it-yourself” service and repair information for thousands of domestic and imported vehicles
Book Collection: Nonfiction – information on careers, health, sports, adventure, technology, life skills, and more
Brainfuse HelpNow – live, one-on-one homework help, test prep, tutoring and writing lab. Spanish language help available, too. Tutors available daily from 2-11 pm
Business Source Complete – full-text coverage of top business management and economics journals and periodicals
Consumer Reports – premium consumer information including expert product reviews, current ratings, buying guides and news articles for thousands of products and services
Core Collections – expert-recommended lists of books, reviews, and other materials to guide collection management and readers’ advisory
Hobbies and Crafts Source – includes arts & crafts, games & electronics, models, needlework, outdoors & nature, and scrapbooking & paper craft
Home Improvement Source – includes maintenance, remodeling, electrical work, plumbing, wood projects, outdoor improvements, decorating, home & garden, etc.
hoopla – Digital media: eaudiobook, ebooks, comics, movies, music
Learning Express Library – interactive tutorials, practice tests, e-books, flashcards and articles for academic skill-building, standardized test preparation, career development and more
Legal Information Source – thousands of legal forms by topic and full-text legal reference books by NOLO
Legal Source – scholarly resource of current issues, studies, and trends of the legal world
LGBTQ+ Source – definitive database for LGBTQ+ studies
Newspaper Source Plus – includes television and radio transcripts and ongoing daily updates from popular news sources including the St. Louis Post Dispatch, USA Today, and more
Newspapers.com – Illinois – provides access to 149 Illinois historical newspapers, including The(Crystal Lake) Herald from 1875 – 1963
Niche Academy – tutorials for many library databases, as well as social media sites
Regional Business News – regional business publications for the United States and Canadian provinces from 1990. Includes newspapers, radio and television news transcripts, trade publications, magazines, and newswires.
Religion & Philosophy Collection – full-text journals and magazines covering many religious and philosophical topics, including world religions, religious history, political philosophy, and philosophy of language
Science Reference Source – provides full text for hundreds of science magazines, journals, reference books, and high-quality videos, as well as science experiments and curriculum-aligned lesson plans
SIRS Researcher – articles exploring social, scientific, health, historic, economic, political, and global issues
Small Business Source – covers all aspects of starting and operating a business including information on accounting, human resources, management, marketing, tax, and more
Small Engine Repair Source – repair guides for small engines and routine maintenance; coverage includes lawn mowers, motorcycles, tractors, and snowmobiles
US Major Dailies – online full-text access to five major newspapers: Chicago Tribune, Los Angeles Times, The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and Washington Post
Regional Business News – regional business publications for the United States and Canadian provinces from 1990. Includes newspapers, radio and television news transcripts, trade publications, magazines, and newswires.
Small Business Source – covers all aspects of starting and operating a business including information on accounting, human resources, management, marketing, tax, and more
Auto Repair Source – accurate, authoritative and up-to-date “do-it-yourself” service and repair information for thousands of domestic and imported vehicles
Consumer Health Ultimate – provides publications for patients and consumers covering all areas of health and wellness
Consumer Reports – Premium consumer information including expert product reviews, current ratings, buying guides and news articles for thousands of products and services
Hobbies and Crafts Source – includes arts & crafts, games & electronics, models, needlework, outdoors & nature, and scrapbooking & paper craft
Home Improvement Source – includes maintenance, remodeling, electrical work, plumbing, wood projects, outdoor improvements, decorating, home & garden, etc.
Legal Information Source – thousands of legal forms by topic and full-text legal reference books by NOLO
Legal Source – scholarly resource of current issues, studies, and trends of the legal world
MedlinePlus – Health information from the National Institutes of Health
Record information Services – Illinois public records of real estate transactions, bankruptcies, new businesses, foreclosures and auctions
Small Engine Repair Source – repair guides for small engines and routine maintenance; coverage includes lawn mowers, motorcycles, tractors, and snowmobiles
People in Need Forum Resource Directory – a directory for local resources including advocacy, food support, government agencies, housing, mental health, substance abuse, veterans, seniors, youth, and children.
Dial 2-1-1 for the McHenry County Community Help Line or (888) 865-9903 – United Way’s 24/7 call center will provide a connection to an appropriate social service agency or nonprofit organization.
Senior Services Associates – dial 815-356-7457 for assistance with food, transportation, household cleaning supplies, personal hygiene items, or prescriptions
Senior Care Volunteer Network– dial 815-455-3120, then press 1 and leave a message if over 60 and need assistance with access to food and supplies.
Eviction Help Illinois is a new program that offers free legal help for IL residence facing potential eviction, or landlords not represented by a lawyer.
ComEd and Nicor both offer assistance programs to help customers in need.
Brainfuse HelpNow – Live, one-on-one homework help, test prep, tutoring and writing lab. Spanish language help available, too. Tutors available daily from 2-11 pm
Learning Express Library – interactive tutorials, practice tests, e-books, flashcards and articles for academic skill-building, standardized test preparation, career development and more
Science Reference Source – provides full text for hundreds of science magazines, journals, reference books, and high-quality videos, as well as science experiments and curriculum-aligned lesson plans
SIRS Researcher – Articles exploring social, scientific, health, historic, economic, political, and global issues
Brainfuse HelpNow – Live, one-on-one homework help, test prep, tutoring and writing lab. Spanish language help available, too. Tutors available daily from 2-11 pm
Gale Presents: Udemy – an online learning platform offering on-demand, professionally-taught video courses in business, technology, design, and more
Learning Express Library – interactive tutorials, practice tests, e-books, flashcards and articles for academic skill-building, standardized test preparation, career development and more
SIRS Researcher – Articles exploring social, scientific, health, historic, economic, political, and global issues
US Major Dailies – Online full-text access to five major newspapers: Chicago Tribune, Los Angeles Times, The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and Washington Post
Brainfuse HelpNow – ayuda con la tarea en vivo uno a uno, preparación para exámenes, tutoría y laboratorio de redacción. Tutores disponibles todos los días de 2 a 11pm
Mango Languages– nuestro sistema online de aprendizaje de idiomas le enseñará las verdaderas aptitudes conversacionales de una amplia variedad de idiomas. Es tan fácil y rápido que empezará a hablar incluso después de la primera lección.
