You can access a wide selection of reference and research resources online, cataloged by subject. (Or we also have an alphabetical listing of the databases).
If you’re not sure where to start try Gale PowerSearch. This allows you to search multiple databases from one search box.
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Please Note: Beginning July 1, 2025, Massachusetts residents will experience significant reductions in access to statewide research databases due to the elimination of federal funding from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), following Executive Order 14238. Both the MLS (Mass Library System) & MBLC (Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners) have done their best to preserve key services, including support for eBooks and the Commonwealth Catalog, many valuable resources will no longer be available. You can learn more about the database situation at: MBLC Maintains some Databases, Support for eBooks, and ComCat – MBLC
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The Premier Job Search, Reference and Mailing List Database.
- Small Businesses: Find sales leads and mailing lists to grow their business.
- Entrepreneurs: Find similar businesses along with competitors.
- Students: Research businesses by industry or segment and company size.
- Government Agencies: Employment statistics, mapping, and traffic modeling.
- People Searching
- Fundraising: Find income and home value in any neighborhood.
Funds provided by the Nevins Library.
Provides coverage of all business disciplines, including accounting, economics, finance, marketing, management and strategy, as well as business theory and practice. Users will understand the activities of companies and industries worldwide through business and trade publications, complemented by a selection of international, U.S., and regional news publications. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
The online resume builder that lets you create professional-quality resumes in three quick and simple steps. Funds provided by the Nevins Library.
Provides access to academic journals and magazines focusing on topics in economics and related fields. The database has an emphasis on titles indexed in the American Economic Association’s EconLit bibliography. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
Set up a Free GotResumeBuilder account to use this quick and convenient resume builder.
Search authoritative periodical content covering topics like organizational dynamics, adult learning, and more. Updated daily. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
The Massachusetts Department of Career Services (DCS) is pleased to offer the Massachusetts Career Information System (MassCIS). Free on-line to all Massachusetts residents, MassCIS is designed to provide occupational and educational information to help people make better-informed career and school choices.
This resource provides a vast array of financial measures for over 6,000 stocks, 18,000 mutual funds, 200,000 options, and other securities. Delve into Value Line’s accurate estimates, projections and historical data to discover opportunities that fit your investment strategy. Funds provided by the Nevins Library.
Finding the right career can be a daunting and high stakes task. Finding an appropriate institution of learning, job searching, and maintaining a career are all topics covered by this collection. This resource provides current and applicable content for all vocational milestones.
Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
Provides ratings, buying guides, product reviews, and consumer information from the experts at Consumer Reports magazine and Consumers Union.
Provided by the Nevins Memorial Library.
Infobase’s eBook Collection features thousands of core reference works from acclaimed imprints such as Facts On File, Ferguson’s, and Bloom’s on a wide range of subjects areas, from history to science, literature, and more. Funds provided by the Nevins Library.
Car, motorcycle, and CDL practice tests and handbooks.
Please Note: Driving-Tests.org is not affiliated with or evaluated by the Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles. The official RMV Driver’s Manual is available on their website, along with additional driver’s education information. Presented in partnership with driving-tests.org.
An online course that prepares you for the Naturalization test. With 100 videos, plus interactive drills and quizzes, you will learn everything you need to succeed. Versión en español
Funds provided by the Nevins Library.
Teacher Reference Center provides indexing and abstracts for 280 of the most popular teacher and administrator journals and magazines to assist professional educators. Funds provided by Nevins Memorial Library.
Esta base de datos proporciona recursos de referencia en español para estudiantes de K-5 grado. Hay docenas de actividades de aprendizaje interactivo que se pueden hacer en clase o en casa que cubren temas como ciencias naturales, estudios sociales y otras áreas de estudio.
This database provides reference resources in Spanish for students in grades K-5. There are dozens of interactive learning activities that can be done in class or at home that cover topics such as natural sciences, social studies and other areas of study. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
Esta base de datos proporciona recursos de referencia en español para estudiantes de 6-8 grado. Hay docenas de actividades de aprendizaje interactivo que se pueden hacer en clase o en casa que cubren temas como ciencias naturales, estudios sociales y otras áreas de estudio.
This database provides reference resources in Spanish for students in grades 6-8. There are dozens of interactive learning activities that can be done in class or at home that cover topics such as natural sciences, social studies and other areas of study. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
Provides upper-level patrons an in-depth, ad-free research experience that supports critical thinking and exploration. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
This database engage ages 12+ with resources that inspire curiosity, foster discussion, and promote independent learning. Regularly updated content and interactive tools make it easy to dive into new topics and explore concepts in depth. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
Britannica Library Edition contains four complete encyclopedias: the Encyclopedia Britannica, Compton’s by Britannica, Britannica Elementary Encyclopedia, and Britannica Concise Encyclopedia. Each covers the research needs of a different age group. The Public Library Edition contains full-text magazine articles, websites that have been reviewed and verified by Britannica editors, a homework help section for students, a world atlas, Merriam-Webster dictionaries and thesauri for children and adults, a Spanish-English dictionary, video and audio content, daily content updates, and more.
Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
The Library Edition: Children contains full-text magazine articles, websites that have been reviewed and verified by Britannica editors, a homework help section, a world atlas, Merriam-Webster dictionaries and thesauri for children, a Spanish-English dictionary, video and audio content, daily content updates, and more. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
Britannica School Edition gives teachers and students instant access to four complete encyclopedias and other resources that ensure consistency with classroom topics and age-appropriate language. Focused on elementary, middle and high school levels, plus read-aloud and translation for over 50 languages.
Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
Esta base de datos proporciona recursos de referencia en español para estudiantes de K-8 grado. Hay docenas de actividades de aprendizaje interactivo que se pueden hacer en clase o en casa que cubren temas como ciencias naturales, estudios sociales y otras áreas de estudio.
This database provides reference resources in Spanish for students in grades K-8. There are dozens of interactive learning activities that can be done in class or at home that cover topics such as natural sciences, social studies and other areas of study. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
Infobase’s eBook Collection features thousands of core reference works from acclaimed imprints such as Facts On File, Ferguson’s, and Bloom’s on a wide range of subjects areas, from history to science, literature, and more. Funds provided by the Nevins Library.
Provides a comprehensive view of agriculture and related fields. The database provides access to current and authoritative content that spans the industry — from practical aspects of farming to cutting-edge scientific research in horticulture. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
The Culinary Arts Collection includes 150 of the major cooking and nutrition magazines from 1980 to present. Coverage includes thousands of searchable recipes, restaurant reviews, and industry information.
Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
A collection of more than 80 journals focused on key issues in gardening, landscaping, and other areas of horticulture. Browse over 20 subject specific reference sources from Delmar Cengage Learning. This collection provides information for gardening enthusiasts and professionals alike.
Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
Research issues in international and cultural studies, or use it to prepare for a trip abroad. The World Awaits. Funds provided by the Nevins Library.
With current and relevant content from industry journals, travel guides and magazines, this collection provides well-rounded coverage of both the historical and current state of affairs in the hospitality and tourism field. Browse focused studies of specialized aspects of the industry: culture, leisure activities, economy, and more. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
In Library Use Only
Find your ancestors with this online repository of more than 200 million searchable names covering New England, New York, and beyond. Funds provided by the Nevins Library.
In Library Use Only
This is perfect for anyone doing genealogy research. Users can access birth records, death records, historical newspaper articles, and photos. There is also federal census information up to and including 1930. Funds provided by the Nevins Library.
In Library Use Only
Provides genealogy resources from over 100 countries and includes over a billion names and images. A free individual account is required to use the FamilySearch.org, and if you do not have one it can be made when you first use the site in the library. If you need help or have questions about this resource, please contact the Reference Desk.
Nevins Library is pleased to announce that Methuen High School’s Yearbooks, spanning 1928 through the present, can be accessed online. These yearbooks were digitized in partnership with the Boston Public Library and the Digital Commonwealth with the help of Methuen High’s Assistant Principal Arthur Nicholson, Media Specialist Paula Cross, and Nevins Library Reference Librarian Beth Safford.
Academic OneFile provides access to full-text articles from peer-reviewed English language journals from around the globe. Academic OneFile covers the physical sciences, technology, medicine, social sciences, the arts, theology, literature, and countless other subjects. Users can search both full text articles and abstracts.
Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
Infobase’s eBook Collection features thousands of core reference works from acclaimed imprints such as Facts On File, Ferguson’s, and Bloom’s on a wide range of subjects areas, from history to science, literature, and more. Funds provided by the Nevins Library.
Engaging online experience for those seeking contextual information and opinions on hundreds of today’s hottest social issues. It features continuously updated viewpoints, topic overviews, full-text magazines, academic journals, news articles, primary source documents, statistics, images, videos, audio files and links to vetted websites organized into a user-friendly portal experience. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
Power Search allows users to search multiple databases from one source. The databases included are most of the titles paid for with funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
Full-text resources including consumer health, nursing & allied health.
Provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
From the National Library of Medicine and the National Institutes of Health, this site contains an extensive amount of easy-to-understand health information. Browse the site’s collection of informative videos.
Un servicio de la Biblioteca Nacional de Medicina y Institutos Nacionales de la Salud.
Browse all aspects of the Nursing profession, from direct patient care to health care administration. Including nearly 400 titles, 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.
Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
This collection includes over 100 titles covering the fields of physical therapy and sports medicine. Researchers can access periodicals on topics discussed in the field, including proven treatment techniques, experimental research theses, and much more.
Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
Psychology Collection provides access to academic journals and magazines that cover the study of emotions, personality, and the human mind. The database offers content of interest to both researchers and general users. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
Salem Press & Salem Health brings online access to Salem Press’ award-winning health reference works. Browse Magill’s Medical Guide, Salem Health: Cancer, Salem Health: Psychology & Mental Health, Salem Health: Genetics & Inherited Diseases. Funds provided by the Nevins Library.
Engaging online experience for those seeking contextual information and opinions on hundreds of today’s hottest social issues. It features continuously updated viewpoints, topic overviews, full-text magazines, academic journals, news articles, primary source documents, statistics, images, videos, audio files and links to vetted websites organized into a user-friendly portal experience. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
Search balanced coverage of events in U.S. history. Best for novice historians and academic researchers. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
Access balanced coverage of events in world history and scholarly work being established in the field. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
Communications and Mass Media Collection provides access to academic journals and magazines focusing on all aspects of the communications field. Key subjects covered in the database include advertising, public relations, literature, writing, linguistics, and more. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
The Diversity Studies Collection consists of journals that explore cultural differences, contributions and influences in the global community. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
This database is a diverse resource for Art and Music studies. It provides access to scholarly journals and magazines that support research in areas including drama, music, art history, and filmmaking. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
The Gender Studies Collection gives patrons access to scholarly journals and magazines covering topics including gender studies, family, and marital issues, LGBTQ community, and more. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners
Salem Press & Salem Health brings online access to Salem Press’ award-winning health reference works. Browse Magill’s Medical Guide, Salem Health: Cancer, Salem Health: Psychology & Mental Health, Salem Health: Genetics & Inherited Diseases. Funds provided by the Nevins Library.
The world’s most comprehensive language-learning service. 164 languages to learn, 144 languages to learn them in. Years of learning activities within each language. Versión en español
Funds provided by the Nevins Library.
The Criminal Justice Collection database focuses on all aspects of the criminal justice field. Publications include: American Criminal Law Review; Corrections Today; Criminal Justice; Criminal Justice Ethics; Forensic Examiner; Psychology Today; and more. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
They offer helpful resources and services including: Ask a Librarian, Document Delivery Service which connects patrons with state and federal legal forms, treatises and case law research, and Massachusetts Law about… over 190 MA legal topics curated by Trial Court Law Libraries.
Communications and Mass Media Collection provides access to academic journals and magazines focusing on all aspects of the communications field. Key subjects covered in the database include advertising, public relations, literature, writing, linguistics, and more. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
Find eBooks galore in this collection. From Classic to Indie, for young and old alike. Check out what we have. Funds provided by Nevins Memorial Library.
Instantly Read, Listen, and Watch books, comic books, audiobooks, movies, TV shows, all with just your Nevins library card. Funding provided by the Nevins Memorial Library.
NoveList Plus is a readers’ advisory resource that assists fiction and nonfiction readers discover new authors and titles. Users of all ages can easily find recommendations in this database by simply entering a favorite author or book title. NoveList’s discussion guides are perfect for both book clubs and classrooms. Funds provided by the MVLC.
Borrow ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines to read on your phone or tablet using the Libby app by OverDrive. You can even send and read your borrowed ebooks to your Kindle ereader (U.S. only)! Funding provided by the MVLC.
Download thousands of copyright free eBooks to your Kindle, Nook, IPad, Android, personal computer, or other device. There are several familiar titles including: Les Misérables, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, and The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. Be sure to read the directions for downloading. The site also hosts a small collection of audiobooks.
The link below provides access to a digital form of The Methuen Transcript, The Methuen Transcript and Essex Farmer, and Methuen Life.
In the future we hope to add other resources pertaining to the history of the City of Methuen and other regional Merrimack Valley Massachusetts communities, making them available worldwide, and preserving print and microfilm resources for the future by committing them into the digital format. These newspapers are presented via a partnership between Advantage Archives and the Nevins Library.
Eagle-Tribune from 1890-Present
Microfilm – In Library Use Only
Evening Tribune from 1890 to 1959
via Digital Commonwealth
Car, motorcycle, and CDL practice tests and handbooks.
Please Note: Driving-Tests.org is not affiliated with or evaluated by the Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles. The official RMV Driver’s Manual is available on their website, along with additional driver’s education information. Presented in partnership with driving-tests.org.
Nevins Library is pleased to announce that Methuen High School’s Yearbooks, spanning 1928 through the present, can be accessed online. These yearbooks were digitized in partnership with the Boston Public Library and the Digital Commonwealth with the help of Methuen High’s Assistant Principal Arthur Nicholson, Media Specialist Paula Cross, and Nevins Library Reference Librarian Beth Safford.
The link below provides access to a digital form of The Methuen Transcript, The Methuen Transcript and Essex Farmer, and Methuen Life.
In the future we hope to add other resources pertaining to the history of the City of Methuen and other regional Merrimack Valley Massachusetts communities, making them available worldwide, and preserving print and microfilm resources for the future by committing them into the digital format. These newspapers are presented via a partnership between Advantage Archives and the Nevins Library.
Eagle-Tribune from 1890-Present
Microfilm – In Library Use Only
Evening Tribune from 1890 to 1959
via Digital Commonwealth
Search full-text facsimiles of The New York Times from 1985 on. Does not contain images or any classified notices.
Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
Provides access to more than 2,300 major U.S. regional, national, and local newspapers, as well as leading titles from around the world. It also includes thousands of images, radio, and TV broadcasts and transcripts. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
Access New York Times anywhere using our redeem code to access All of the parts of the New York Times family of sites and Apps: News, Games, Audio, Cooking, The Athletic, and Wirecutter.
If this is your first time using this service you’ll find info on how to access New York Times All Access here. Funding provided by the Nevins Memorial Library.
Instantly Read, Listen, and Watch books, comic books, audiobooks, movies, TV shows, all with just your Nevins library card. Funding provided by the Nevins Memorial Library.
Borrow ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines to read on your phone or tablet using the Libby app by OverDrive. You can even send and read your borrowed ebooks to your Kindle ereader (U.S. only)! Funding provided by the MVLC.
Access the most searched magazines across Gale OneFile focusing on current events, sports, science, and health issues. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
Power Search allows users to search multiple databases from one source. The databases included are most of the titles paid for with funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
Provides a comprehensive view of agriculture and related fields. The database provides access to current and authoritative content that spans the industry — from practical aspects of farming to cutting-edge scientific research in horticulture. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
Providing robust coverage in the field of environmental issues and policy, this collection includes perspectives from the scientific community, governmental policy makers, as well as corporate interests. Peruse nearly 200 journals with instant access to multiple viewpoints of this volatile field of study.
Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
A collection of more than 80 journals focused on key issues in gardening, landscaping, and other areas of horticulture. Browse over 20 subject specific reference sources from Delmar Cengage Learning. This collection provides information for gardening enthusiasts and professionals alike.
Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
GreenFILE offers well-researched information covering all aspects of human impact to the environment. Its collection of scholarly, government and general-interest titles includes content on global warming, green building, pollution, sustainable agriculture, renewable energy, recycling, and more. The database provides indexing and abstracts for more than 1,000,000 records, as well as Open Access full text for more than 15,000 records. Funds provided by the Nevins Memorial Library.
Access information on the latest developments across a range of scientific disciplines. Updated daily. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
ABC Mouse has More than 10,000 fun-filled learning activities —including more than 1,200 of them in Spanish—that cover reading, math, science, social studies, art, and music (ages 2-8+). Provided by the Friends of the Nevins Memorial Library.
Es la referencia de primer nivel, investigación, Marketing, ventas de correo listas / ventas, y la búsqueda de empleo de base datos. Ideal para las oportunidades de ventas, listas de correo, estudios de mercado, oportunidades de empleo, la búsqueda de amigos, parientes y un montón de otras posibilidades. Funds provided by the Nevins Library.
Esta base de datos proporciona recursos de referencia en español para estudiantes de K-5 grado. Hay docenas de actividades de aprendizaje interactivo que se pueden hacer en clase o en casa que cubren temas como ciencias naturales, estudios sociales y otras áreas de estudio.
This database provides reference resources in Spanish for students in grades K-5. There are dozens of interactive learning activities that can be done in class or at home that cover topics such as natural sciences, social studies and other areas of study. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
Esta base de datos proporciona recursos de referencia en español para estudiantes de 6-8 grado. Hay docenas de actividades de aprendizaje interactivo que se pueden hacer en clase o en casa que cubren temas como ciencias naturales, estudios sociales y otras áreas de estudio.
This database provides reference resources in Spanish for students in grades 6-8. There are dozens of interactive learning activities that can be done in class or at home that cover topics such as natural sciences, social studies and other areas of study. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
Esta base de datos proporciona recursos de referencia en español para estudiantes de K-8 grado. Hay docenas de actividades de aprendizaje interactivo que se pueden hacer en clase o en casa que cubren temas como ciencias naturales, estudios sociales y otras áreas de estudio.
This database provides reference resources in Spanish for students in grades K-8. There are dozens of interactive learning activities that can be done in class or at home that cover topics such as natural sciences, social studies and other areas of study. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
Un servicio de la Biblioteca Nacional de Medicina y Institutos Nacionales de la Salud.
An online course that prepares you for the Naturalization test. With 100 videos, plus interactive drills and quizzes, you will learn everything you need to succeed. Versión en español
Funds provided by the Nevins Library.
The world’s most comprehensive language-learning service. 164 languages to learn, 144 languages to learn them in. Years of learning activities within each language. Versión en español
Funds provided by the Nevins Library.
ABC Mouse has More than 10,000 fun-filled learning activities —including more than 1,200 of them in Spanish—that cover reading, math, science, social studies, art, and music (ages 2-8+). Provided by the Friends of the Nevins Memorial Library.
Esta base de datos proporciona recursos de referencia en español para estudiantes de K-5 grado. Hay docenas de actividades de aprendizaje interactivo que se pueden hacer en clase o en casa que cubren temas como ciencias naturales, estudios sociales y otras áreas de estudio.
This database provides reference resources in Spanish for students in grades K-5. There are dozens of interactive learning activities that can be done in class or at home that cover topics such as natural sciences, social studies and other areas of study. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
Esta base de datos proporciona recursos de referencia en español para estudiantes de 6-8 grado. Hay docenas de actividades de aprendizaje interactivo que se pueden hacer en clase o en casa que cubren temas como ciencias naturales, estudios sociales y otras áreas de estudio.
This database provides reference resources in Spanish for students in grades 6-8. There are dozens of interactive learning activities that can be done in class or at home that cover topics such as natural sciences, social studies and other areas of study. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
Interactive learning for ages 4 to 7 that is fun and developmentally appropriate. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
This database engage ages 12+ with resources that inspire curiosity, foster discussion, and promote independent learning. Regularly updated content and interactive tools make it easy to dive into new topics and explore concepts in depth. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
The Library Edition: Children contains full-text magazine articles, websites that have been reviewed and verified by Britannica editors, a homework help section, a world atlas, Merriam-Webster dictionaries and thesauri for children, a Spanish-English dictionary, video and audio content, daily content updates, and more. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
Britannica School Edition gives teachers and students instant access to four complete encyclopedias and other resources that ensure consistency with classroom topics and age-appropriate language. Focused on elementary, middle and high school levels, plus read-aloud and translation for over 50 languages.
Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
Gale OneFile: High School Edition is designed for junior high and middle school students. It provides access to a variety of magazines, newspapers and reference books, and covers current events, the arts, sciences, popular culture, health, people, government, history, sports and more.
Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
NoveList Plus K-8 is a readers’ advisory resource that assists children and their caregivers in discovering new authors and titles. Users of all ages can easily find recommendations in this database by simply entering a favorite author or book title. NoveList’s discussion guides are perfect for both book clubs and classrooms. Funds provided by the MVLC.
In PebbleGo Biographies our youngest researchers can learn more about current and historical figures that have influenced the United States. While PebbleGo Animals is designed specifically for K-3 emergent readers and researchers. It features more than 200 animal articles correlated to life science standards, animal audio and video, carefully leveled text, educational games, and innovative read-aloud capabilities. Both PebbleGo databases include built in reading and research tools. Leveled text, educational games, and videos support science concepts for our youngest patrons. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
