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Learning and Research

Some of the following resources are available online with a valid Milford Library card.
Many are available to non-residents and patrons without cards if accessed from within our building.

Topics include:
All subjects
Books, Literature and Writing
Business, Finance and Jobs
Education and Language
Government, Legal and Social Services
Health and Science
History, Biography and Genealogy
Magazines, Newspapers and Journals

All Subjects
researchIT CT
Free online resources from the CT State Library. Here you will find journal, magazine, and newspaper articles for Connecticut public, K12, and academic libraries and their users. Also offers a collection of downloadable eAudios and eBooks for Connecticut residents with valid CT public library card numbers.
eBooks about History, Science, Literature, and more!
Online access to some of our Reference Books.
Books, Literature and Writing
Milford Public Library Online Catalog
Search and reserve library materials from anywhere. Review your account and renew materials, too!

Booklist Reader

Booklist Reader is a new magazine that can be used as a book-discovery guide, a readers’ advisory tool for staff, or inspiration for book clubs and displays. To access the issues, click on the link. Once on the Booklist homepage, simply click on the issue of Booklist Reader you would like to view. There is no username/password required. Other Booklist products are listed, but these are not available to view in their entirety without a paid subscription.

Bookpage Digital Edition

The popular book review magazine is now online! Browse the latest issue, or review past issues. The site has a link back to our catalog so you can easily request books for pickup at the library. A limited number of print copies are available for pickup at the library while supplies last. To sign up for reading recommendations in your favorite genres, you can subscribe to the Bookpage Monthly Newsletter 

Libby: Downloadable eBooks, audiobooks and magazines from Overdrive 
Download ebooks,audio books, and magazines 24/7 to your PC, smartphone, iPad, eBook reader, and many MP3 players from the convenience of your own home or office space. Choose from a number of best selling titles. Visit our electronic books, audiobooks, and magazines page for more information and helpful tips.

Palace Project

The CT State Library is now offering a consolidated catalog to access all Milford Public Library Overdrive eBook and eAudiobook content, as well as all state owned content.  Palace is an app that is available in the Apple or Google Play stores. See Milford Public Library eResources page for more information. Please note the Palace app does NOT include eMagazine content. 

Business, Finance and Jobs

AtoZdatabases

Search for Businesses, People, Jobs, Healthcare Professionals, and more. In the Jobs section, you can apply for positions, research the company, and get templates for your résumé & cover letter. In the Business section, get detailed industry or consumer profiles to create mailing lists, sales leads, or perform market research. Great for both B2B or B2C research!

U.S. Census

The Census Bureau's mission is to serve as the nation’s leading provider of quality data about its people and economy.

JobNow!
"JobNow provides you with practical tools to help you get a job." Free résumé templates; free personal résumé help; free live chat for assistance with interview techniques. Log into the site first with your library barcode; then create a username and password so you can log in and use the service.
Job and Career Accelerator (from Learning Express Library)
Click on the Job and Career Accelerator module for help building resumes and preparing for an interview, explore occupations, and discover schools and scholarships.
Data Axle Reference Solutions (formerly ReferenceUSA)
The leading provider in business and consumer research! Offering a full-service platform, Reference Solutions helps users create marketing plans, conduct competitive analysis, raise funds and locate people.
"Take & Make" Kit
For job seekers, made by the staff in the Reference Department. This guide has everything from writing a resume to going on interviews, and includes information on help available to you. Available for download.
Education and Language
Learning Express Library
More than 1000 practice tests and skills tutorials for elementary school through adult learners. Includes a library of test-preparation and skills-building e-books.
Mango Languages (mobile app available as well)
Online language learning, bursting with culture and fun. Choose from over 71 languages, including Latin, biblical and ESL courses, immerse yourself in specialty courses such as Arab etiquette, flamenco dancing and feng shui, and watch movies designed to improve your fluency.
Live Lingua
FSI, DLI and Peace Corps Language courses. This project is the internet's largest collection of free public domain language learning materials. It hosts thousands of free ebooks, audios and videos for over 130 languages from around the world.
Government, Legal and Social Services
2-1-1 Connecticut
is your one-stop connection to the local services you need, from utility assistance, food, housing, child care, after school programs, elder care, crisis intervention and much more. 2-1-1 is always ready to assist you find the help you need. Dial 2-1-1 or search online. If you are outside of Connecticut or have a problem using the 2-1-1-number, dial 1-800-203-1234.
Milford Government Access Television - City
Watch MGAT's City YouTube channel to see recordings of important City commissions, meetings, and events.
Milford Government Access Television - Board of Education
MGAT's Education YouTube channel covers BoE meetings as well as school sporting events and occasions of note.
State of CT Judicial Branch:
Official court web forms for common legal proceedings. Forms are subject to change/updates. Be sure to check back often for most current versions of forms.
Legal Information Reference Center
Free online resources from the CT State Library, including NOLO guides and forms.
USA.Gov
Your online guide to government information and services.
Health and Science

Physics Journals
Access to all
American Physical Society journals, including Reviews of Modern Physics, Physical Review Letters, Physical Review Applied and more. Access available only from within the Library.


eBooks on topics such as Health, Science, and more!
Access to digital copies of some of our Reference Books.

History, Biography and Genealogy
Ancestry
The largest provider of family histories, harnessing the information found in family trees and historical records to help people gain a new level of understanding about their lives. Access available only from within the library. 
American Ancestors
An online repository of more than one billion searchable names from America and beyond. Founded by the New England Historical Genealogical Society. Access available only from within the library. 
Black Freedom Struggle in the United States
Primary Sources for research on Black history and racial injustice. From ProQuest:

At ProQuest, we believe that knowledge and trusted information can help guide progress and change – and as an EdTech provider, we have a unique responsibility to take action.That’s why we developed this website focused on Black Freedom, featuring select primary source documents related to critical people and events in African American history. Our intention is to support a wide range of students as well independent researchers and anyone interested in learning more about the foundation of ongoing racial injustice in the U.S. – and the fights against it. By centering on the experiences and perspectives of African Americans, we hope this collection imbues the study of Black history with a deeper understanding of the humanity of people who have pursued the quest for freedom, and the significance of movements like Black Lives Matter.

Connecticut History: Connecticuthistory.org
Your home for stories about Connecticut. In keeping with the internet’s dynamic nature and our evolving understanding of the past, ConnecticutHistory.org brings you new content and connections each and every week. Read the latest entries in an ever-expanding collection of high-quality essays and short reflections. Browse those stories by town, topic, or person. Connect to the real thing, the historic places and primary source images, documents, and objects that make up the historical record. A project of Connecticut Humanities.

MPL Community Collections on BiblioBoard
Discover a growing selection of community collections from Milford Public Library. Access should be automatic if your device recognizes that you are currently in Milford, or if you are visiting the Library. If you do not want to share your location, or are currently out of town, you can search for this library and sign in with a Milford Public Library card for remote access.
Newspapers of CT
The Newspapers of Connecticut collection includes a sampling of newspapers covering various towns, villages, and topics ranging from 1821-1929. Collection provided by the CT State Library.
eBooks on American History, Countries around the World, Historical Events, and more!
Online access of some of our Reference Books.
researchIT CT (Genealogy resources)
A curated list of useful genealogical research sites. Includes HeritageQuest, Ancestry, Social Security Index and more.
Treasures of Connecticut Libraries
Items in the collection come from libraries and their partnering cultural institutions across Connecticut and include historical photographs, maps, postcards, films and more, all made available for online searching. A joint project of the Connecticut State Library and the Library Connection cooperative.
Magazines, Newspapers and Journals
Consumer Reports
Consumer buying advice, product reviews and ratings on cars, appliances, electronics and more. 
New York Times - remote access (outside library)
To access remotely, click the above link and redeem the provided access code. You will need to create or log-in with your existing New York Times account. Once logged in, you will get a 72 hour access pass. Once that expires you may log-in for additional passes.

Click here for instructions on how to access the New York Times both from outside and within the library.

New York Times - use this link for access within the library
NYTimes.com is a multi-platform news tool that provides full access to New York Times and International New York Times content, including breaking news, multimedia, reviews and opinion, blogs, videos and more. NYTimes.com is updated 24/7 with corresponding time stamps. From the home page, one can access more than 25 Times sections, including World, Politics, New York, Opinion, Business, Technology, Science, Sports, Arts, Fashion & Style, and Video. Users will need to set up an account using an email address.
Libby: Magazines and more from Overdrive 
Download magazines 24/7 to your PC, smartphone, iPad, and more from the convenience of your own home or office space. Visit our Borrow on the Go page for more information and helpful tips.
researchIT CT (Newspapers)
Respected newspapers searchable online through the CT State Library. Titles include The New York Times, The Hartford Courant (current and historical), Wall Street Journal, Washington Post and more!
researchIT CT (Popular magazines)
Popular magazines offered online through the CT State Library. Titles include People, The Atlantic, The New Yorker, Wired, Prevention, Men's Health, Harper's Bazaar, Money and more!

 

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