A to Z List of Online Resources

Your guide to health and social services in Oregon and Southwest Washington.

Explore and stay informed on local, national and international topics, people and events in areas such as business, health, education, jobs and careers, political and social issues and more. Features a wide variety of credible, vetted news sources from around the world to around the corner.

Explore and stay informed on local, national and international topics, people and events in areas such as business, health, education, jobs and careers, political and social issues and more. Features a wide variety of credible, vetted news sources from around the world to around the corner.

Get information about services to address aging or disability needs.

The American Physical Society (APS) is a nonprofit membership organization working to advance the knowledge of physics.

APS publications serve the international physics community with peer-reviewed research journals, news and commentary about the latest research published in the Physical Review journals, news about and for members, information about physics and its place in the world, and blogs covering science policy, as well as fun and educational science news.
 

Only available for IN-LIBRARY use.

Ancestry produces what is often considered the preeminent genealogical database. In addition to fully indexed census records of all US census years, Ancestry contains thousands of other databases, including ship's records, banking records, vital statistics, and many, many more.

Access in library only.

Answerland es el servicio de consulta en línea de Oregón, un sitio donde bibliotecarios ayudan encontrar respuestas a preguntas.

The experience and impact of African Americans as recorded by the news media.

Explore the world of reading with 135 animated stories paired with nonfiction ebooks, including 35 Spanish pairs. Build early literacy skills with interactive activities that support reading comprehension. For preschool through 3rd grade.
 

Books & Authors makes exploration of genre fiction and essential non-fiction fun! By leveraging our entire award-winning What Do I Read Next? collection, patrons and students alike can be sure that their next big read comes with a BIG recommendation.

Assists the emerging workforce (ages 16-24) to successfully prepare for a career.

El programa de Servicios Legales de Inmigración (ILS) de Caridades Católicas es un programa legal sin fines de lucro que brinda consultas y representación legal a bajo costo a inmigrantes en todo Oregón y el suroeste de Washington.

Search historic newspaper pages from 1789-1963 or use the newspaper directory to find information about American newspapers published between 1690-present

Clackamas County’s main website.

Learn about the current climate and future goals of economic and business development in Clackamas County

A compilation of Clackamas County services and resources for people in need.

The law library provides legal research and reference services to Clackamas County judges, attorneys, court staff, county staff and citizens.

Assistance is available for seniors, people with disabilities, veterans, and low-income residents of Clackamas County.

This organization works to develop a skilled workforce that meets the needs of businesses and strengthens the local economy of Clackamas County.

The largest and most well-known consumer advocacy organization can help you make better buying decisions on nearly any product you consider purchasing. The database contains the full content of Consumer Reports Magazine, as well as other information, ratings, recommendations, reviews and features that are available only here.

Find your local circuit court.

Nurture your creative side with more than 1,000 award-winning video classes in painting, knitting, crafting, sewing, and more!

Nurture your creative side with more than 1,000 award-winning video classes in painting, knitting, crafting, sewing, and more!

The Cultural Pass Express program is now happy to offer limited access to venues which are open for visitors again. Please check the venue’s website for more information about their hours and restrictions, following the orders and guidance from the State of Oregon.

Contains detailed information on more than 14 million U.S. businesses and 97 million U.S. residents. Company information is searchable by company name, type of business, geography, and size. Individuals can be searched by name, address, and phone number.

The Dictionary of Literary Biography Complete Online provides authoritative information while placing writers in the larger perspective of literary history.

El sitio del Museo Nacional del Prado incluye colecciones digitales de las obras maestras de arte europeo, especialmente de los siglos XVI al XIX.

Duolingo provides free instruction in 16 languages, using games and mobile apps to support study.

This nonprofit organization is dedicated to providing utility customers with low-cost, clean energy solutions.

FamilySearch is a nonprofit family history organization that provides access to digital genealogy records, microfilm, books, and more.

Search for people by name or phone number.

Fold3 provides convenient access to US military records, including the stories, photos, and personal documents of the men and women who served.

This local nonprofit provides low cost/free technology and technology related training/volunteer opportunities.

Master file of academic, general, and business periodicals. Search for scholarly journals, news magazines, and newspapers - many with full text and images.

Compare global economies, countries, and industries with in-depth analysis on over 400,000 companies.

Gale Business: Entrepreneurship is a comprehensive database offering content that covers all major areas of starting and operating a business, including accounting, finance, human resources, management, marketing, tax and more. Based on a combination of unparalleled periodical and reference content, Gale Business: Entrepreneurship is a unmatched source of information for the prospective and current entrepreneurial community, as well as for students in business programs.

Includes hundreds of eBooks. This is a database of encyclopedias and specialized reference sources for multidisciplinary research.

More than 200 reference titles are now available online. These cover a wide range of topics, including travel to all areas of the world. Make this your new go-to spot for general reference questions.

Comprehensive general interest resource providing periodical and news information. Also includes Fodor travel guides, NPR programs and more than 20 reference sets on a wide range of topics.

Including the respected Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine, Gale Health and Wellness delivers up-to-date reference material as well as full-text magazines, journals, and pamphlets from a wide variety of authoritative medical sources.

Books, news, pictures and videos featuring age-appropriate, curriculum-related content

Authoritative content on the development of emerging green technologies and issues on the environment, sustainability and more. Includes news, unique commentary, audio, video, primary source documents, case study statistics and more.

Gale In Context: High School provides:

• A database of 18,000 topic overviews, 29,000 biographies, and over 13,500 pieces of literary criticism
• 8 million full-text articles drawn from more than 1,100 periodicals and newspapers
• More than 4,100 primary documents from the American Journey Series, including The African American Experience, Civil Rights in America, Women in America, and more
• Hundreds of plays and poems widely studied by students
• More than 8 hours of audio and video clips and podcasts, nearly 3,000 flags, maps, and seals, and more than 20,500 photographs

Created with the middle-school and high school student in mind, Research in Context combines reference content with videos, newspapers, magazines, primary sources, and much more. Students will find targeted support to help complete assignments in core subjects including literature, science, social studies, and history.

Topic overviews, pro & con articles/ reference material, primary documents and more... on current social & political issues.

A complete overview of U.S. history that covers the most-studied events, issues and current information using a broad collection of full-text periodicals, reference works, primary documents and scholarly analysis.

Provides literature criticism articles that have been published from June 2007 to the present in Gale Contemporary Literary Criticism, as well as Nineteenth Century Literature Criticism and Twentieth Century Literary Criticism.

LitFinder provides access to literary works and authors throughout history and includes more than 150,000 full-text poems and 800,000+ poetry citations, as well as short stories, speeches, and plays. The database also includes secondary materials like biographies, images, and more.

Access current and authoritative periodical content covering agriculture and its related fields.

Analyze company performance and activity, industry events and trends as well as the latest in management, economics and politics. Access to a combination of broker research reports, trade publications, newspapers, journals and company directory listings with full text and images available.

From marketing professionals to students studying for advanced degrees in linguistic theory, this collection provides current and accurate information from more than 100 journals focused on all aspects of the communications field. Key subjects covered include: advertising and public relations, literature and writing, linguistics, and many more.

Articles covering all aspects of the computer industry including consumer information, database management systems, hardware and software design, programming information operating systems and also includes financial information for computer-related companies.

Information from journals for lawyers, law enforcement officers, paralegals, and security personnel. The Criminal Justice Collection provides indexing and abstracting for more than 800 journals in criminal justice and law. More than 150 of these are available in full text in the collection.

Gale OneFile: Culinary Arts includes 150 major cooking and nutrition magazines. Coverage includes thousands of searchable recipes, restaurant reviews, and industry information.

This collection of 150 full-text periodicals covers topics such as economic development, forecasting, and history; fiscal theory; monetary theory and financial institutions; business finance; public finance; country studies; and government regulations.

Intended for professional educators and undergraduate and graduate students in the field of education, this database contains more than 1,100 full-text periodicals covering a variety of disciplines and levels from preschool to college, 200 reports from the U.S. Department of Education, and resources on educational specialties and issues related to administration, funding, and policies.

Robust coverage of environmental issues and policies, including diverse perspectives from the scientific community, governmental policy makers, as well as corporate interests. With coverage of more than 3.3 million articles from more than 700 journals and reference articles.

With more than 100 full-text magazines and journals covered in databases such as the Wilson Art Index and RILM, this collection will provide your students with resources to support research in areas such as drama, music, art history, and filmmaking.

Farmers, landscape architects, and biotechnologists alike will have their information appetites sated with this collection of nearly 50 journals focused specifically on key issues in gardening, landscaping, and other areas of horticulture. A fertile and growing collection, this collection includes content relating to both the practical aspects as well as the scientific theory of horticulture studies.

Articles on Fitness, Pregnancy, Medicine, Nutrition, Diseases, Public Health, Occupational Health & Safety, Alcohol and Drug abuse, HMOs, Prescription Drug, etc. For informational purposes only. Coverage: 1980-present

This periodical database is designed for high school students, with access to a variety of indexed and full-text magazines, newspapers and reference books for information on current events, the arts, science, popular culture, health, people, government, history, sports and more.

Even the smallest home improvement project can be daunting: with this collection of nearly 100 home improvement focused titles, hobbyists and professional carpenters alike will immediately put their projects on a more solid foundation. Coverage includes such topics as architectural techniques, tool and material selection, zoning requirements, and many more.

With current and relevant content from over 500 industry journals, this collection provides well-rounded coverage of both the historical and current state of affairs in the hospitality and tourism field, while also allowing for focused study of specialized aspects of the industry – including cultural aspects of travel, leisure activities, economic aspects of tourism, and more.

Access articles covering all aspects of managing and maintaining information and technology. Updated daily.

Informe Academicoes una base de datos de 46 (corriente) revistas del idioma español o bilingües español-inglés, con texto completo. También incluye tales publicaciones populares como Actual, Latina, PC Semanal, y Siempre así como el texto completo de El Nuevo Heráld, un diario en español de Miami, Florida. También incluye las ediciones españolas de Time International, People, y Personal Computing (Mexico). Esta base de datos cubre tales asuntos como estilo de vida, hospitalidad, y cultura y entretenimiento; salud, niños y familia; y las actualidades y la política.

Articles from major law reviews, legal newspapers, bar association journals and international legal journals, as well as law-related articles from business and general interest titles.

InfoTrac Newsstand is an innovative Web-based full-text newspaper database which allows users to search articles instantly by title, headline, date, newspaper section or other assigned fields. Finally, a one-stop source for the day's news and searchable archives. You can customize your online newspaper database features including search options.

All aspects of the Nursing profession -- from direct patient care to health care administration -- are covered in this collection. This collection's current and authoritative content will be of use to both professionals already working in the field as well as students pursuing a nursing-focused curriculum.

Full-text coverage of 1000 of the most searched magazines including Consumer Reports, Time, National Geographic, Newsweek, New Yorker, Vogue, Business Week and much more.

This set explores what makes people "tick" from childhood to death. This collection gives individuals a basic understanding of the study of the mind, emotions and how the human mind develops and diminishes over time. Your library's users will have instant access to 200 subject-appropriate full-text periodicals.

Access information on the latest developments across a range of scientific disciplines. Updated daily.

Newspaper and magazine articles from almost all our Gale online resources plus Gale Virtual Reference Library, searchable with one search. Full-text coverage of 1000 of the most searched magazines including Time, National Geographic, Newsweek, New Yorker, Vogue, Business Week and much more. A one-stop source for the day's news and searchable archives with a collection of more than 1,000 newspapers. A general interest resource which includes Fodor travel guides, NPR programs and more than 20 reference sets on a wide range of topics.

Largest Genealogy Library in Oregon, the GFO has the largest genealogy library in the Pacific Northwest and provides classes, workshops, and research assistance.

HeritageHub provides access to hundreds of years of obituaries and death notices from thousands of newspapers across the
United States. This one-of-a-kind collection helps patrons and family historians uncover new family members and understand
family relationships on a deeper level than ever before.

• Provides comprehensive coverage of obituaries and death notices from 1704 through today
• Manually indexed obituaries enhance search accuracy for deeper family connections
• Coverage from all 50 U.S. states and territories

This unique collection of genealogical material features the ability to search most Federal Census page images, indexed by name. The database also contains PERSI, the genealogy periodical index, Revolutionary War Pension records, and thousands of fully-downloadable digitized genealogy books.

 The experience and impact of Hispanic Americans as recorded by the news media, 1704 to today.

hoopla is a groundbreaking digital media service offered by your local public library that allows you to borrow movies, music, audiobooks, ebooks, comics and TV shows to enjoy on your computer, tablet, or phone – and even your TV! With no waiting, titles can be streamed immediately, or downloaded to phones or tablets for offline enjoyment later. We have hundreds of thousands of titles to choose from, with more being added daily. hoopla is like having your public library at your fingertips. Anytime. Anywhere.

Hoopla is a groundbreaking digital media service offered by your local public library that allows you to borrow movies, music, audiobooks, ebooks, comics and TV shows to enjoy on your computer, tablet, or phone – and even your TV! With no waiting, titles can be streamed immediately, or downloaded to phones or tablets for offline enjoyment later. We have hundreds of thousands of titles to choose from, with more being added daily. hoopla is like having your public library at your fingertips. Anytime. Anywhere.

Kanopy is a popular, on-demand streaming service that offers more than 30,000 of the world’s best films, including award-winning documentaries, rare and hard-to-find titles, film festival favorites, indie and classic films, and world cinema. Library card holders will have 5 play credits each month.

Kanopy is a popular, on-demand streaming service that offers more than 30,000 of the world’s best films, including award-winning documentaries, rare and hard-to-find titles, film festival favorites, indie and classic films, and world cinema. Library card holders will have 5 play credits each month.

Kanopy is a popular, on-demand streaming service that offers more than 30,000 of the world’s best films, including award-winning documentaries, rare and hard-to-find titles, film festival favorites, indie and classic films, and world cinema. Library card holders will have 5 play credits each month.

Access full-text articles (no images) from the Lake Oswego Review from 2006 to current.

Enjoy a great selection of eBooks, eAudiobooks, and eMagazines. Access Library2Go from your desktop or the Libby app.

A Library of Things is a collection of items such as kitchenware, musical instruments, and games hosted at a library that library patrons can check out with their Libraries in Clackamas County (LINCC) library card.

A premier online learning resource offering more than 13,000 courses covering technical skills, creative techniques, business strategies, and more.

See the LinkedIn Learning FAQ for questions about the resource.

 Logging in to the mobile app for the first time?  Here's what you need to know:

1. Open the app and select Sign IN
2. You do not need to create a LinkedIn account. Just select Sign in with your library card
3. In the Enter your Library ID field enter lakeoswego (make sure it is all lower case)
4. Enter your library card barcode and PIN and select Continue.

English speakers can learn over 70 languages, from Arabic and Armenian to Vietnamese and Yiddish. For speakers of other languages learning English, English-language courses are offered in over 20 languages, including Arabic, Korean, Russian, Spanish and Somali.

For ages 6-14. Authoritative, age-appropriate content lets users explore the world for homework or for fun. National Geographic Kids takes kids on amazing adventures in science, nature, culture, archaeology, and space.

The Living Room offers accessible programming and resources in a safe, harassment-free space for queer and trans youth ages 13-24.

The New York Times is the largest seven-day newspaper in the U.S. and ranks #1 in overall reach of U.S. Opinion Leaders. From the arts to sports, business to real estate, The New York Times covers it all each and every week.

To Access:
1. Please visit this site and click on the Redeem code button
2. Follow steps to create a NYT account or log in with an existing account
3. Enjoy full access to NYT for 72 hours.
4. Stepped away? Visit here to jump back in

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
- Once your 72 hour pass runs out, you can redeem a new code by following the steps above again.
- You will receive emails from NYT upon creating your account. However, you can unsubscribe to these promotional emails, and the NYT will honor your request.
- The NYT crossword is not available with the library’s subscription. Other puzzles are available though, including the mini crossword.

An index of material in the Wilsonville Public Library Heritage Collection, focused on Oregon history.

Novelist K-8 contains recommendations for materials for K-8 grade levels and includes picture books, children's "chapter" books and young adult fiction titles. Users can also browse hundreds of theme-oriented book lists for readers at all grade levels, and look for award-winning and recommended titles. Many titles have direct links to Web sites with further information about the author, or teacher resource materials.

Novelist will help you find a good book. The database provides readers’ advisory, read-alikes, and "What to Read Next?" information covering over 100,000 titles. Includes both fiction and nonfiction works for teens and adults. For suggestions for kids try NoveList K-8.)

A career exploration, research, decision making and planning database that provides a system of occupational and educational information to help Oregonians learn about the world of work and education.

The State of Oregon Employment Department provides a job finder, occupation and wage information, career explorer, and more.

Find food near you. Enter your location to find free groceries, meals or fresh produce.

The Oregon Historical Society is dedicated to making Oregon’s long, rich history visible and accessible to all. For more than a century, we have served as the state’s collective memory, gathering and preserving a vast collection of artifacts, photographs, films, manuscripts, books, and oral histories.

Free legal information for the general public.

Oregon News Sources for Lake Oswego patrons

Oregon News Sources for Wilsonville patrons

The State Library provides a free Braille and audiobook library for any Oregonian with a print-disability.

Full text articles from The Oregonian:  1987 – today.

Explore Portland history through local news, events and people with Oregonian Collection. Search current and archived issues with full-color newspaper pages, full-text articles and content only published online. Also available remotely 24/7 on any device.

The Oregon State University Extension Service offers educational programming and activities, a master gardener program, and more.

Pronunciator is a language-learning service featuring 163 languages with personalized courses, movies, music, and more. Learn how to speak a foreign language with the help of a variety of interactive techniques to meet the needs of both beginners and advanced learners. It also includes interactive ESL for 144 non-English home languages, citizenship preparation, and COVID-19 language courses. There are apps for Android and Apple devices too.

SCORE offers free and low-cost support for small businesses, provided by knowledgeable and experienced volunteers from the Portland area.

SHIBA is a statewide network of trained volunteers who help Oregonians understand their rights and Medicare insurance choices.

The SBDC provides esources for small businesses including classes on a variety of topics and personal research consultations.

An organization of local farms offering produce for sale directly to the public through u-pick and farm stands in Washington, Clackamas and Multnomah counties in Oregon.

HUD's website has a wealth of housing-related information. Look up a lender, search for affordable apartments and houses for sale, get resources for rental assistance, and more.

USA Today Collection – 1987-Current

Search current and archived issues with full-color newspaper pages, full-text articles and content only published online.

USA Today Collection – 1987-Current

Search current and archived issues with full-color newspaper pages, full-text articles and content only published online.

The Value Line Research Center includes on-line access to Value Line's leading research publications covering stocks, mutual funds, options and convertible securities as well as our proprietary special situation stocks. In addition, The Value Line Research Center also provides users free delayed stock quotes, company news, extensive graphing, market updates, portfolio tracking with alerts, Value Line Analyst Supplements in real time, educational programs and a great deal of free information from Wall Street's most respected source.

The Value Line Research Center includes on-line access to Value Line's leading research publications covering stocks, mutual funds, options and convertible securities as well as our proprietary special situation stocks. In addition, The Value Line Research Center also provides users free delayed stock quotes, company news, extensive graphing, market updates, portfolio tracking with alerts, Value Line Analyst Supplements in real time, educational programs and a great deal of free information from Wall Street's most respected source.

Oregon’s public workforce system is available to help get a job, increase skills, and explore training options. The Job Seeker Resources on this website include additional online resources.

El sistema de fuerza laboral pública de Oregón está disponsible para ayudar a conseguir un trabajo, aumentar las habilidades y explorar opciones de capacitación .

Search the collections of the 72,000 OCLC member libraries.

Need help? Youthline is a free teen-to-teen crisis support and help line.  Teens can reach out for support from Youthline via call, text, chat, or email. Youthline is answered by teen volunteers daily from 4pm to 10pm (PST). Adults answer at all other times.