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Research Databases

Gale Virtual Reference Library

The Gale Virtual Reference Collection contains the full text of hundreds of reference books for your research. These are trusted and authoritative reference works that are fully searchable and are available 24/7 from the library's website using the Online Databases page or library catalog.
 

  • To search:
    • Go to Research > Online Databases > Adults
    • Scroll down the page to eBooks -- Gale Virtual Reference Collection. In-library users will be able to directly access the search page. Home users will need to supply their library card and PIN numbers.
    • You can also search for Gale Virtual Reference Library Collection titles from within the library catalog. All of these reference books will contain a searchable phrase Gale eBooks. Any Gale Virtual Reference eBook in your search results will say Internet Resource and Available for East Brunswick Public Library via Gale Virtual Reference Library. Click here to access. Click on that link to view the eBook. You will need to supply your library card number to use these resources.
       
  • Searching within a selected title:
    • Click on the selected title in your library catalog search.
    • Click on the hyperlink within that record to bring up that electronic book.
    • Click in the Search box on the left side of the screen, type in your search terms.
    • Choose whether to search just within the publication or within all volumes in the edition.
    • Hit <Enter>
    • Click on a title or topic from the results screen and the full content of that article will appear.
    • Use the tools box on the right side of the screen to view in PDF format, Print Preview, Email, Download, Download as an MP3 or use the citation tools, or even Translate to 11 different languages.

Google Applied Digital Skills

  • Google Applied Digital Skills is a set of free, video-based technology lessons that prepare learners of all ages for the growing number of jobs that require basic digital skills.
  • Lessons include:
    • Résumé Writing
    • Job Searching
    • Google Workspace Certification
    • Graphic Design
    • Intro Digital Skills
    • and more!

Great Websites for Kids

Looking for websites to help with homework or satisfy your child’s curiosity about a subject? The Association for Library Service to Children of the American Library Association has the perfect sites to visit. Explore Animals, The Arts, History & Biography, Literature & Languages, Mathematics & Computers, Reference, Sciences, and Social Sciences.

Grow with Google

Free training, tools, and resources to help you grow your skills, career, or business.

Health Reference Center

Provides clear and comprehensive information on conditions and diseases, health and wellness, mental health, and the human body.
From Facts on File

HeritageQuest Online

HeritageQuest® Online is a genealogical database that provides access to government records, census data, family and local histories, city directories, military records and more.  

History of East Brunswick

Information about the East Brunswick Historical Society and a brief history of the Township.

Located at 16 Maple Street in the historic district, the East Brunswick Museum collects and preserves the history of East Brunswick. It is open on Sundays from 1:30 - 4 pm.

History Reference Center

Find full-text articles, historical documents, photos or biographies from periodicals, reference books, encyclopedias, and non-fiction books.

Hoopla

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What is Hoopla?

Hoopla is an online streaming service that provides library patrons with access to hundreds of thousands of movies, television shows, music albums, eBooks, audiobooks and comics—from major Hollywood studios, record companies and publishers—to borrow for instant streaming or temporary downloading to their smartphones, tablets and computers.

  • You can access Hoopla through the website or through mobile device apps for Android and iOS. For more help and list of supported devices click here.
  • Click here to get started, or watch our quick start guide below!
  • East Brunswick cardholders can borrow 8 items per month.

Quick Start Guide (Video)

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Losing your job can be overwhelming and stressful. Find out about unemployment insurance and other services and benefits available to New Jersey job seekers, as well as some tips for coping with the stress of losing a job.