RESEARCH BY TOPIC
Saline District Library is pleased to provide access to dozens of online resources for research and learning. Get started by exploring the following highlighted resources, or by clicking on a topic below. You can also search for online resources by name in alphabetical order at the bottom of the page.
Provided by SDL. Access from home with a Saline District Library card number.
Provided by MeL (Michigan eLibrary).
Ancestry Library Edition
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Chilton’s: Service & repair manuals for thousands of domestic & imported vehicles.
Consumer Reports:
Login from Library | Login outside of Library : Access product reviews and ratings on cars, appliances, electronics and more.
Home Improvement Reference Center: Articles & step-by-step instructions for a variety of do-it-yourself home repair, maintenance, and remodeling projects.
Small Engine Repair Reference Center: Repair guides for all manner of small engines.
Michigan Authors and Illustrators: Searchable database of Michigan authors and illustrators.
NoveList Plus: The premiere database of reading recommendations.
Poetry & Short Story Reference Center: Classic & contemporary poems & short stories as well as author bios.
WorldCat: Get connected to the collections & services of 10,000+ libraries worldwide.
AtoZdatabases: The premier source of business and residential information for reference and research.
Demographics Now: Find businesses, people, demographics, and more.
Small Business Reference Center: Learn how to start, finance or manage your small business.
Value Line Investment Survey:
Login from Library | Login outside of Library : Provides investment research on stocks, mutual funds, and more.
AtoZ Food America: Try out recipes, cuisine, and regional favorites from the US.
AtoZ World Food: Explore recipes, cuisine, and food culture from around the world.
Creativebug: Thousands of award-winning art and craft video classes taught by recognized design experts and artists.
Hobbies & Crafts Reference Center: Detailed “how-to” instructions and creative ideas for virtually every hobby enthusiast from leading hobby and craft magazines.
American Ancestors: In-library use only – Trace your ancestry with the most respected name in family history.
Ancestry Library Edition: Log in w/library card # & PIN – Start searching billions of records to discover your family’s story.
MyHeritage: Millions of historical documents & photos spanning the last 5 centuries.
Consumer Health Complete: Health & wellness information & images from magazines, reports, books, fact sheets, & medical dictionaries.
MedlinePlus: The National Institutes of Health’s Web site for patients and their families and friends.
Merck Manual: Information on medical topics, symptoms, drugs, procedures, news and more, written in everyday language.
Merck Veterinary Manual: Information on animal health topics.
Teen Health & Wellness: Provides nonjudgmental, straightforward health information for teens for self-help support or research needs.
Explora for Middle School: Access to a variety of material for information on history, current events, sports, & more. Grades 6-8.
Opposing Viewpoints: Contextual information and opinions on hundreds of today’s hottest social issues.
World Book Online: An online encyclopedia that offers everything from early learning to advanced research.
LearningExpress Library: Academic and licensing/certification practice tests, elementary level testing for math and reading, and skills building tools.
Lynda.com: Technology, business, & design classes.
MichiganWorks: A workforce development association serving employers and job seekers throughout Michigan.
New York Times:
Login outside of Library : Unlimited access to acclaimed journalism.
Explora: Content from magazines, newspapers, reference books, & more on a wide range of subjects.
Historical Saline Newspapers: Explore digitized copies of The Saline Observer, Saline Reporter, and Saline Review.
Newspaper Source Plus: Search newspapers, newswires, news magazines, TV & radio transcripts, & daily updates from popular news sources.
Gale Legal Forms: Information, forms, & detailed how-to instructions covering a wide range of legal issues.
Science Reference Center: Science magazines, encyclopedias, reference books, & images.
World Book Online: An online encyclopedia that offers everything from early learning to advanced research.
Saline Area Historical Photos: Searchable collection of over 1,000 photographs of Saline from the 1860s to the late 1900s.
Saline Historic Homes: Searchable database of all structures built up to 1944 within the city limits of Saline, Michigan.
Saline Valley Farms: Searchable collection of Saline Valley Farms photographs.
Michigan Driving Tests: Practice tests and state handbooks for car, motorcycle, and CDL licenses.
GCFLearnfree Online Tutorials: Online learning tutorials about everyday life, basic math, computer training, and more.
New Computer User Tutorial: This tutorial is designed to help people who have never used a computer before.
TechBoomers: Video tutorials for many popular and useful websites.
FactCheck.Org: Monitors the factual accuracy of what is said by major U.S. political players in the form of TV ads, debates, speeches, interviews, and news releases.
Project Vote Smart: Provides free, unbiased, in-depth information about current officials, candidates, issues, legislation, and voting.
Vote 411 Election Information by League of Women Voters: Enter your address to find your polling place, build your ballot with an online voters’ guide, and more.
Coronavirus/COVID-19 Resources
Current Update from the Library Director
During the time that the library building was required to be closed, library management worked to develop a plan for a phased reopening of the building in order to keep our community and staff healthy and safe.
Currently we are in Stage 3 of our five-stage plan. This includes people coming into the building to pick up materials reserved for them. In addition to this, our staff continues to provide nearly all of our usual services, including a wide variety of virtual programs for all ages, take-and-make craft kits, book discussions, online author visits, reference services by phone and email, remote printing, wifi access on the grounds, and more. In fact, the only regular services not currently available are computers and meeting spaces.
The next stage in our reopening plan will include more access to some parts of the building, as well as some public computer access. We do not have a date set for moving to this next stage. We continue to monitor information about the pandemic from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the State of Michigan, and the Washtenaw County Health Department. This will determine when it is prudent and safe for the community and the library staff to move forward in the reopening plan.
Mary Ellen Mulcrone
Library Director
Past Updates from the Library Director
- 6/29/2020 Update from the Library Director
- 6/8/2020 Update from the Library Director
- 6/2/2020 Update from the Library Director
- 5/22/2020 Update from the Library Director
- 5/7/2020 Update from the Library Director
- 4/30/2020 Update from the Library Director
- 4/26/2020 Update from the Library Director
- 4/9/2020 Update from the Library Director
- 4/6/2020 Update from the Library Director
- 3/26/2020 Update from the Library Director
- 3/22/2020 Update from the Library Director
- 3/17/2020 Update from the Library Director
- 3/13/2020 Update from the Library Director
- 3/12/2020 Update from the Library Director
- 3/11/2020 Message from the Library Director
Local Resources
- Saline Area Schools Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information
- City of Saline Response to Coronavirus Disease
- Saline Rec Center
- Saline Area Senior Center
County, State, and Federal Resources
- Washtenaw County Health Department
- Michigan Department of Health and Human Services
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Saline District Library Internet Use
In compliance with Public Act 212, effective October 1, 2000, all minors (17 years of age and under), must use restricted terminals in the Saline District Library unless accompanied by a parent or guardian. Picture identification may be required for use of non-restricted terminals.