Find the information you need in an online
database...visit the Westerly Public Library in person or log in from
the comfort of home. A Westerly Public Library card is a ticket
to ride the
information highway and we’re here to map your course! Need a library card? Sign up is free & easy…
Facts on File Science Online is the best place to find science project ideas, scientist biographies, environmental information, and lots of physics, chemistry and forensic resoucres. Log in using your Westerly Library card number.
Teen Health & Wellness focuses on real life & real answers for teens. It's a one stop self-help resource and fully interactive online community center
for teen issues. Log in using your Westerly Library card number.
Getting
Started
Select a database below and log in by typing your 14-digit Westerly Public Library card number when prompted. (number is below the barcode on the back of your card)
From Providence Public Library/Statewide Resource Center.
Atlas
Dictionary
Multimedia encyclopedia
Spanish language encyclopedia
Teacher/parent resource
Still stumped? Ask RI @ the Statewide Resource Center, courtesy of the Office of Library & Information Services and Providence Public Library.
What exactly is a database?!
Databases are electronic research tools that contain
collections of information from reliable magazines, newspapers,
journals and reference books. Although accessed via the Web, they often
require a subscription to retrieve content. The Westerly Public Library
maintains several database subscriptions in an effort to provide
patrons with timely, authoritative information on a wide range of
topics.
Visit us in person
No
need to log in with a barcode if visiting the Westerly Public Library
in person. All of our databases are available using the Library Catalog
computers. Please ask the Reference Staff for assistance.
Spotlight on…
ReferenceUSA
Aunt Ida is on a quest for Depression Glass for her
collection and wants to hit every antiques shop in a 30 mile radius.
How will she know she didn’t miss any great bargain hunting
opportunities? She can visit the Westerly Public Library and search the
ReferenceUSA database to compile a list of area dealers. ReferenceUSA
is a comprehensive directory listing over 12 million United States
businesses. It is easily searched by criteria such as company name,
Yellow Pages heading, or zip code.