East Longmeadow card holders have free access to the online resources listed below.
Remote access is possible with an East Longmeadow library card.
Ancestry Library Edition – Available only within the library.
Remote access is available to East Longmeadow residents.
Provides access to records in census data, vital records, directories, photos, and more on individuals from North America, the UK, Europe, Australia through more than 7,000 available databases.
AtoZ the USA – historical, economic, biographical and genealogical information.
AtoZ World Food – recipes and food culture by country.
AtoZ World Travel – a comprehensive, easy to use resource on international travel.
Boston Public Library
As the Library for the Commonwealth, the Boston Public Library (BPL) serves residents throughout Massachusetts. BPL has amassed a large collection of eBooks including some of the most popular titles. To access them, you will need a BPL eCard. Here’s how to get an eCard. Access BPL Overdrive Digital Catalog.
Career Transitions – This database is being replaced by Peterson’s Career Prep (see below). Please download any saved resumes before September 30.
Consumer Reports – Find product reviews & ratings
Cypress Resume – Create a resume and cover letter
East Longmeadow High School Yearbooks – Aegis 1962 – 2018
Gale Virtual Reference Library (eBooks) – GVRL is a database of encyclopedias and specialized reference sources for multidisciplinary research.
Global Road Warrior – learn about cultures, customs, history and language worldwide.
Heritage Quest
U.S. Federal Censuses from 1790 through 1930; genealogy and local history books from over 28,000 family histories, Periodical Source Index (PERSI), an index to periodicals of more than 2 million records of titles published since 1800.
Mango Languages – Learn 70+ languages online and on the go.
Massachusetts Driver’s Prep Test – Resources for you Massachusetts driver’s license test.
Newsbank – U.S. news content from local, regional, and national sources, this resource is the largest of its kind.
Novelist – (Remote Access) – Find the next great book, browse book suggestions, reviews and more.
NuWav Legal Documents – create professional documents in three steps: search for the document specific to your situation, answer the questions in the web input form, review and print your document.
OverDrive Digital Catalog – Download free eBooks and eAudiobooks to your eReader, mobile device, or computer.
Peterson’s Career Prep – Create a free account then search for a new job, create a resume, practice your interview skills and learn how to negotiate job conditions.
Research Databases – Search for full-text articles and citations from journals, primary sources, statistical data, and more.
Wowbrary – Be the first to hear about our newest books, movies, music, and audio books. Sign up for Wowbrary’s weekly emails here: www.wowbrary.org. It’s a free service.
During open library hours we are available for in-person help or by phone (413) 525-5400 x1508.
You may also contact us through our ONLINE FORM. We will do our best to respond within 24 hours.
These electronic resources are brought to you by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners and the Massachusetts Library System with state funds and federal Institute of Museum and Library Servicesfunds.