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6 Green Street, Kingston Massachusetts 02364 781-585-0517 |
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Computers and Internet |
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There are ten computers available in the reference area and the meeting room for public use. Sign in at the Reference Desk for one hour of computer time. Each computer is equipped with Microsoft Office 2007 and high-speed Internet access. Computers in the reference area are attached to a color printer, but you must ask at the Reference Desk for color before printing. All printouts are 20 cents a page. The Library offers wireless internet access for laptops. To read the Kingston Public Library Board of Trustees policy on computer use click here.
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Library Databases / Online Resources |
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Many electronic resources are searchable from home!All you need is your library card: your library barcode is your patron ID number.
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Biography |
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Biography
Resource Center: Combines more than 50 Gale biographical
databases with full-text periodicals. Funded by the Massachusetts Board
of Library Commissioners (MBLC) and the SouthEastern Massachusetts Library
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Books and Authors |
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NoveList : Search
this fiction database by author, subject,
or title. Special features include author read-alikes, book discussion guides,
book talks, and feature articles. Funded by KPL. At the Library or from home |
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NoveList K-8:
Browse books by age group; features include Book Talks, Recommended Reads,
Curriculum Connections, Lextile scores and popularity ratings. Funded
by KPL. |
Business |
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Reference USA: Internet-based
reference service which contains information on more than 12 million U.S.
businesses. Search by business name, geographic area, size, or product.
Funded by KPL.
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Business & Company Profiles (InfoTrac):
Access business and trade journals, newspapers and company directory profiles.
Funded by MBLC and SEMLS.
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General
Business File ASAP: Access to a combination
of broker research reports, trade publications, newspapers, journals and
company directory listings with full text and images. Funded by MBLC
and SEMLS.
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Learning Express Library: Unlimited
access to online practice tests including the SAT, ACT, GED, ASVAB, Firefighter,
Police Officer, EMT basic, U.S. Citizenship, Postal Worker, Real Estate
and Broker exams and more. here are interactive skill-building courses and
tutorials for students of all ages. You will get immediate scoring, explanation
of answers, and an analysis of your results. Funded by the Kingston
Public Library. At the Library or From Home |
Consumer |
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Chilton Library: An online
version of the popular auto repair and maintenance manuals. |
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Consumer Reports: Online version of the popular magazine. Funded by KPL. At the Library or From Home |
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Encyclopedias |
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World Book Online Reference Center: Contains every article from the 22 volume print set plus thousands more. With state-of-the-art multimedia, editor-reviewed web sites, special reports, "back in time" chronicle of events and much more. Funded by the Kingston Public Library. |
Genealogy |
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Ancestry.com
is the largest family history site online with over 4 billion names in
worldwide historical records, family tree services, genealogy and more. |
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England Ancestors: NEHGS
is the oldest genealogical society in the country. For over 160 years, NEHGS
has helped new and experienced researchers trace their heritage in New England
and around the world. NEHGS databases are now available to Kingston Library
card holders. Funded by KPL. |
General Research |
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Expanded
Academic ASAP: Articles from scholarly journals,
news magazines, and newspapers on topics from arts and the humanities
to social sciences, science & technology. Funded by MBLC and SEMLS. |
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E-Library:
Full-text articles and pictures from a wide variety of sources. Funded
by SEMLS.
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Health |
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Health
Reference Center-Academic: Articles on: Fitness,
Pregnancy, Medicine, Nutrition, Diseases, Public Health, Occupational
Health and Safety, Alcohol and Drug abuse, HMOs, Prescription Drugs, etc.
Funded by MBLC and SEMLS.
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Law |
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Lawchek:
Simple answers to everyday legal questions. Choose from eleven areas of
law, state specific information. Funded by KPL.
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Literature |
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Literary Reference Center:
Provides information and fulltext criticism and
reviews on thousands of authors and their works. Funded by SEMLS.
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Magazines and Newspapers |
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Newsbank: Search the
full-text of the Cape Cod Times.
Funded by SEMLS.
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ProQuest: Full-text articles
from the Boston Globe (1980
- date), Boston Herald (1981
- date), Patriot Ledger (1995
-date; 1991 - 1994 Business section only), New
York Times Late Edition
(East Coast 1980 - date) and Wall Street
Journal (1982 - date), Providence
Journal (1983 - date), Worcester
Telegram and Gazette (1989 - date). Funded by SEMLS.
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General
Reference Center Gold: A
general interest database of articles from magazines, reference books, and
newspapers, many with full-text and images.
Funded by MBLC and SEMLS. |
| Science |
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Science Reference Center: Designed to meet every student's science research needs. Funded by MBLC and SEMLS. At the Library or From Home |
Special Collections (see also the Local History Page) |
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Collections Database on MLIN: A database of over 600 archives
and manuscript collections in Massachusetts. Funded by MBLC. |
Students |
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Info
Trac K-12 Junior Edition: Full-text resources
for junior high and middle school. Funded by MBLC and SEMLS.
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Kids
InfoBits: Complements primary school curriculum.
Funded by MBLC and SEMLS.
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Info
Trac K-12 Student Edition: Coverage of topics
most often researched in high school. Funded by MBLC and SEMLS.
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Info
Trac Professional Collection: 250 full-text
titles for library and education professionals. Funded by MBLC and
SEMLS.
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Useful reference links |
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| General Information |
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Refdesk.com: Hundreds of useful reference sites. |
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Librarians Index to the Internet: Subject directory of web sites chosen by librarians. |
| Automobiles |
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Edmunds: New and used car prices. |
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Kelly Blue Book: New and used car prices. |
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NADA: New and used prices for cars, trucks, marine vehicles and more. |
| Books |
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Amazon.com:
The largest online bookstore. |
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Barnes and Noble: Online bookstore with reviews and out-of-print titles.
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| Business |
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Smart Money: Street information and stock quotes. |
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Hoover's Online: Research companies and business people. |
| College Information |
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College Board: Site for students, parents, educators; search test information.
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| Employment |
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Monster Board: Large career site listing jobs and recruiting resources. |
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Boston Works: Job listings from Boston Globe online. |
| Plymouth Career Center: Local employment center. | |
| Financial Aid |
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Financial Aid: Useful information in scholarships, loans, and savings plans. |
| Government |
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Commonwealth of Massachusetts: Links to state agencies and bureaus. |
| Massachusetts Zoning Laws: For land, buildings and structures. | |
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Citizen's Guide to Town Meetings: Town Meeting questions and answers. |
| Massachusetts Government for Residents: Quick link to state services for residents. | |
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RMV Reminder Service: Sign up with the Registry of Motor Vehicles to receive a reminder before your license is about to expire. |
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First Gov: United States government information. |
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Medlineplus: Search for information on diseases, medications, clinical trials, and current news from the National Library of Medicine. |
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Mayo Clinic: Online health information from the Mayo Clinic physicians. |
| History |
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BBC: A great web site in general, but their history pages are specifically outstanding. |
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History Channel: Based on the television channel, this web site has a "this day in history" section, as well as a world timeline. |
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History Net: Categorized history articles, features, thumbnailed picture gallery, discussion board, and special events and exhibits. |
| Law |
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Mass. Trial Court Libraries: Web site of the Massachusetts court system. Find state laws and regulations. |
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Findlaw.com: Legal information by state. |
| Libraries |
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Boston Public Library: Check out their award winning web site and services. |
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Internet Public Library: The first public library of and for the internet. |
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Massachusetts Libraries: Sponsored by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners, this web site provides information about Massachusetts libraries, programs, and services.
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Southeastern Massachusetts Library System: The SouthEastern Massachusetts (Regional) Library System (SEMLS) is one of six multi-type library systems funded through and administered by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners. Membership includes public, academic, school and special libraries in 86 communities in Southeastern Massachusetts.
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| Movies |
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Internet Movie Database: Information on every movie ever made.
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| Taxes |
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Massachusetts Department of Revenue: Massachusetts tax forms and publications. |
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Internal Revenue Service: Federal forms and publications. |
| Travel |
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Mapquest: Look up directions, phone numbers, airports, hotels, restaurants, and more |
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Massachusetts Office of Trade and Tourism: Start planning your Massachusetts vacation here. |
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Massachusetts Tide Charts: Local tide charts. |
| Weather |
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National Weather Service: National weather information or search by city. |
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Weather Channel: National weather information or search by city. |
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Kingston Links |
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Massachusetts Tide Charts |
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Assessors Maps |
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Links to Kingston Schools: |
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Links to other Kingston Resources: |
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Jones River Village Historical Society: Kingston's historical society founded in 1909; takes care of the Major John Bradford Homestead and offers many educational and social programs throughout the year. |
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Jones River Landing Environmental Heritage Center: JonesRiver.org was created with the aspiration to provide an online community for the environmental advocacy organizations and their partners, volunteers, and supporters, which encompass the Jones River and surrounding areas. This local non-profit is also a great place to learn about the history of boat building in the surrounding area.
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Kingston Reporter: Kingston's weekly paper |
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KingstonMass.com: Local and independent web site that covers going-on's in Kingston.
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© All rights reserved. Town of Kingston, Kingston Public Library. For more information please write to Kingston Public Library, 6 Green Street, Kingston Massachusetts 02364 or email the Library Director at sstewart@kingstonpubliclibrary.org. For suggestions on how we can improve our services, please email kilib@kingstonpubliclibrary.org. The Kingston Public Library is a member of the Old Colony Library Network. |
