Resources at Fairhope Public Library
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Featured Resources
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Below each resource listing are “Tags” which indicate the topics covered in that resource. You may click on any of these tags and you will be taken to a page which displays all the resources that have that particular topic tag.
Alabama Department of Archives and History
The ADAH Digital Collections consist of digitized photographs, documents, audio, and video material drawn from the vast holdings of the Alabama Dept. of Archives and History.
Alabama Government Resources
Alabama Secretary of State’s website — Home | Alabama Secretary of State
Alabama Legislature’s website — Alabama Legislature (state.al.us)
The Alabama Channel — Live And Recorded Legislative Meetings | The Alabama Channel
Alabama Mosaic
Alabama Mosaic is a repository of digital materials on Alabama’s history, culture, places, and people. Its purpose is to make unique historical treasures from Alabama’s archives, libraries, museums, and other repositories electronically accessible to Alabama residents and to students, researchers, and the general public in other states and countries.
Alabama Virtual Library
The Alabama Virtual Library provides all students, teachers, and citizens of the State of Alabama with online access to essential library and information resources. It is primarily a group of online databases that have magazine, journal, and newspaper articles for research. Click here to access Alabama Virtual Library.
Ancestry.com
Ancestry: Library Edition contains genealogical and historical resources including census records. Available in the library.
Black Freedom Struggle
This resource from ProQuest centers on the experiences and perspectives of African Americans; the developers hope this collection imbues the study of Black history with a deeper understanding of the humanity of people who have pursued the quest for freedom, and the significance of movements like Black Lives Matter.
Book Browse
BookBrowse is an online magazine for booklovers – including reviews; previews; “beyond the book” articles; author interviews; extensive resources for book clubs, including reading guides; and much more.
Book Connections
Enjoy digital connections to books for kids and teens.
Need help from Book Connections? See our support page. 800-596-0710 | accounts@bookconnections.org
BookPage
BookPage is a monthly book review publication distributed to 400,000 avid readers through subscribing bookstores and public libraries. BookPage serves as a broad-based selection guide to the best new books published every month.
Career Alabama
Career & Job Search Assistance and Academic Tutoring is available from 10am-10pm, as well as 24/7 self-study resources.
Chilton Library
Get the detailed information you need to tackle vehicle maintenance and repairs. Some of Chilton Library’s more popular features include:
- Maintenance and specification tables that provide the unique data you need for each specific vehicle.
- Step-by-step service and repair procedures, and labor estimating tool to help you confidently determine your next move.
- Vacuum diagrams to simplify troubleshooting.
- Wiring diagrams to help explain system operation.
- Close-up photographs and illustrations for visual support.
- ASE test prep quizzes for the most popular certification exams
- A print button which allows you to easily print out what is needed.
City of Fairhope
The City of Fairhope provides the annual appropriation to fund the continued operation of the Library. Our unique town has a vibrant history with an involved populace.
Please learn more about the City of Fairhope, upcoming events, and the local government on its website .
You can find the full list of ordinances on the Municode site or see the Forms and Ordinances back on the city website.
Coastal Alabama Community College
Coastal Alabama Community College has multiple campuses throughout Baldwin County including here in Fairhope.
Driving Tests
What’s included?
- 14 car practice tests
- 9 motorcycle practice tests
- 27 CDL (commercial driver’s license) practice tests
- 3 online driver’s manuals (car, motorcycle, CDL)
- An FAQ section with detailed answers to over 100 questions
Fairhope Courier Digital Newspaper Archive
This is a digitized collection of the Fairhope Courier newspaper from 1894-1980. Later issues were released under the name Eastern Shore Courier. Some issues are currently missing from the archive; efforts to complete the collection are ongoing. Search the newspaper archive by keyword or limit by date range.
Fairhope Library Digital History Collection
The Fairhope Library Digital History Collection includes photos, documents, and multi-media items arranged in collections and exhibits for patrons to explore Fairhope’s local history. The items have been collected from the Library’s archives and donations for educational or recreational research.
This is an ongoing project, and the collection will grow as more items are added.
Fairhope Single Tax Corporation : Online Collections
The archived documents of the Fairhope Single Tax Corporation tell the story of the founding of the Fairhope Single Tax Colony in 1894 on the eastern shore of Mobile Bay and the development of the community.
FamilySearch.org
FamilySearch is a genealogy organization operated by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. FamilySearch maintains a collection of records, resources, and services designed to help people learn more about their family history. FamilySearch gathers, preserves, and shares genealogical records worldwide. It offers free access to its resources and service online at FamilySearch.org
Fantastic Fiction
Search and browse bibliographies of over 50,000 bestselling fiction authors, with the latest books and series information.
GCFLearnFree.org
From Microsoft Office and email to reading, math, and more, GCFLearnFree.org offers 125 tutorials, including more than 1,100 lessons, videos, and interactives, completely free.
Genealogy Resources
This is a list of various genealogy resources curated by the Fairhope Public Library reference staff.
Homework Alabama
Offers FREE online tutoring and academic resources from Tutor.com for Alabama residents from kindergarten students through college, plus adult learners. Get help in math, science, English, social studies or writing from a live tutor.
Learning Express Library
Helps students and adult learners improve the skills required for academic and career success. There are practice sets and tutorials to develop skills in math, reading, writing, and basic sciences.
Libby (formerly Overdrive)
Also known as Camellia Net, this a free service offered by your library that lets you borrow eBooks, eAudiobooks, and more from their digital collections. You may download the mobile app for your device to easily access any part of the Libby collection.
Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic is a nonprofit organization committed to clinical practice, education and research, providing expert, whole-person care to everyone who needs healing.
The New York Times
Enjoy access to The New York Times, compliments of Fairhope Public Library.
It’s an essential source for fearless reporting, varied perspectives and practical advice on nearly every topic — from the vital issues shaping our world to the simple pleasures that make everyday life better. Start Exploring Today.
Whether you are in the library or at home you will be prompted to create a New York Times account. If you are accessing The New York Times away from the library you will need to return to this Resources page on the library website every 24 hours to receive a fresh authentication token.
If you are onsite, in the library, access the New York Times here.
If offsite please click here for access
Newspapers.com Library Edition
Historical newspapers archive from the 1700s-2000s. Click here if you are accessing Newspapers.com inside the library.
Click here if you are accessing Newspapers.com from home.
Regional Library for the Blind and Physically Disabled
The Alabama Public Library Service provides services to the blind and physically disabled through the Regional Library for the Blind and Physically Disabled. APLS is a network member of the National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled (NLS), a division of the Library of Congress. The Regional Library for the Blind and Physically Disabled is a free braille and talking book library service for people with temporary or permanent low vision, blindness, or physical, perceptual, or reading disability that prevents them from using regular print materials. The Regional Library circulates books and magazines in braille or audio formats that are instantly downloadable to a personal device or delivered by mail free of charge.
Salem Press Homepage
Salem Press is a publisher of reference works on literature, history and biography, the social sciences, and science.
SCORE
South Alabama SCORE provides free and confidential business advice and counseling tailored to meet the needs of your small business and your personal objectives. Whether you are thinking of starting your small business or you are already in business, we can help.
Teaching Books
An engaging collection of resources that brings books to life. Start enjoying 301,737 resources about children’s and young adult books. Professionals/Educators go to http://TeachingBooks.net/login and enter work email.
Default credentials that anyone can use
Username: fairhopelibrary Password: altb
WebMD
Blends award-winning expertise in medicine, journalism, health communication and content creation to bring you the best health information possible.
Below each resource listing are “Tags” which indicate the topics covered in that resource. You may click on any of these tags and you will be taken to a page which displays all the resources that have that particular topic tag.
ACT Assessment
FAQs, sample questions and strategies, and how to register.
Alabama Virtual Library
The Alabama Virtual Library provides all students, teachers, and citizens of the State of Alabama with online access to essential library and information resources. It is primarily a group of online databases that have magazine, journal, and newspaper articles for research. Click here to access Alabama Virtual Library.
Black Freedom Struggle
This resource from ProQuest centers on the experiences and perspectives of African Americans; the developers hope this collection imbues the study of Black history with a deeper understanding of the humanity of people who have pursued the quest for freedom, and the significance of movements like Black Lives Matter.
Book Browse – Books for Young Adults
BookBrowse is an online magazine for booklovers – including reviews; previews; “beyond the book” articles; author interviews; extensive resources for book clubs, including reading guides; and much more.
Book Connections
Enjoy digital connections to books for kids and teens.
Need help from Book Connections? See our support page. 800-596-0710 | accounts@bookconnections.org
Coastal Alabama Community College
Coastal Alabama Community College has multiple campuses throughout Baldwin County including here in Fairhope.
College Affordability Guide
Thorough guide to affordable colleges and universities, plus advice on financial aid.
College Board
College Board is the nation’s largest college-going organization, helping millions of students navigate the transition from high school to college each year through programs like the SAT, AP, and BigFuture. Register online, send your scores to schools.
College Navigator
“Search by programs offered, degrees offered, institution type, price, selectivity, distance from home, school size, institutional mission (historically black colleges and universities, single-sex), extended learning opportunities for adults (weekend and evening degree programs), and intercollegiate athletics programs offered.”
Common Application
Apply simultaneously for colleges that use the common application form including some colleges in Alabama. You must register to use the site.
Driving Tests
What’s included?
- 14 car practice tests
- 9 motorcycle practice tests
- 27 CDL (commercial driver’s license) practice tests
- 3 online driver’s manuals (car, motorcycle, CDL)
- An FAQ section with detailed answers to over 100 questions
Fastweb
Online resource for finding scholarships. Use their college directory, read articles about preparing for college, or register for free for customized scholarship information.
FinAid!
The SmartStudent Guide to financial aid. A free, comprehensive, independent, and objective guide to student financial aid.
Food Safety Certification
If you’re looking for a food service job in Baldwin County, AL, or you are interested in working at a restaurant in Baldwin County, AL, it is important to know some of the rules of food safety. This interactive online course will give you the necessary information to act as a safe server and safe food handler in Alabama.
GCFLearnFree.org
From Microsoft Office and email to reading, math, and more, GCFLearnFree.org offers 125 tutorials, including more than 1,100 lessons, videos, and interactives, completely free.
Homework Alabama
Offers FREE online tutoring and academic resources from Tutor.com for Alabama residents from kindergarten students through college, plus adult learners. Get help in math, science, English, social studies or writing from a live tutor.
Investor.gov
No matter how much or little money you have, the important thing is to educate yourself about your opportunities. This site features a brochure that covers the basics on saving and investing.
Job Corps
“Jobs Corps…helps young people ages 16 through 24 get a better job, make more money and take control of their lives.”
Learning Express Library
Helps students and adult learners improve the skills required for academic and career success. There are practice sets and tutorials to develop skills in math, reading, writing, and basic sciences.
Libby (formerly Overdrive)
Also known as Camellia Net, this a free service offered by your library that lets you borrow eBooks, eAudiobooks, and more from their digital collections. You may download the mobile app for your device to easily access any part of the Libby collection.
Occupational Outlook Handbook
See how much demand there is for the jobs you’re interested in. Find out about the education & training you need.
SmartScholar FAFSA Guide
Ultimate FAFSA resource guide.
Student Aid
Visit this site from the U.S. Department of Education to help with questions about preparing for college, qualifying for student aid, what kind of aid you can get, and how to manage your loans.
Also on this site: use the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to get funding for college; apply for FAFSA here.
Sweet Search
“A Search Engine for Students,” searches only 35,000 Web sites that have been evaluated and approved by a staff of Internet research experts, and librarian and teacher consultants. It lets researchers choose the most relevant results from a list of credible results, rather than having to waste time on unreliable sites.
Teaching Books
An engaging collection of resources that brings books to life. Start enjoying 301,737 resources about children’s and young adult books. Professionals/Educators go to http://TeachingBooks.net/login and enter work email.
Default credentials that anyone can use
Username: fairhopelibrary Password: altb
Below each resource listing are “Tags” which indicate the topics covered in that resource. You may click on any of these tags and you will be taken to a page which displays all the resources that have that particular topic tag.
Alabama Virtual Library
The Alabama Virtual Library provides all students, teachers, and citizens of the State of Alabama with online access to essential library and information resources. It is primarily a group of online databases that have magazine, journal, and newspaper articles for research. Click here to access Alabama Virtual Library.
AR Book Finder
Free Online tool for searching accelerated reader books for your school aged child(ren)!
Association for Library Service to Children- Book & Media Awards
The ALSC media awards below are announced every January at a Monday morning press conference that takes place during the American Library Association Midwinter Meeting.
The awards name are those such as: (John) Newberry medal, (Theodor Seuss) Geisel Medal, (Andrew) Carnegie Medal, and many more. Browse to see the most recent awardees!
Book Connections
Enjoy digital connections to books for kids and teens.
Need help from Book Connections? See our support page. 800-596-0710 | accounts@bookconnections.org
Children’s Book Council
Discover the perfect books for the kids and teens in your life! The Children’s Book Council works annually on reading lists and round-ups to help teachers, librarians, parents, caregivers, and booksellers discover wonderful books for the kids and teens in their lives.
Homework Alabama
Offers FREE online tutoring and academic resources from Tutor.com for Alabama residents from kindergarten students through college, plus adult learners. Get help in math, science, English, social studies or writing from a live tutor.
Learning Express Library
Helps students and adult learners improve the skills required for academic and career success. There are practice sets and tutorials to develop skills in math, reading, writing, and basic sciences.
Libby (formerly Overdrive)
Also known as Camellia Net, this a free service offered by your library that lets you borrow eBooks, eAudiobooks, and more from their digital collections. You may download the mobile app for your device to easily access any part of the Libby collection.
National Children’s Literacy
The National Children’s Literacy Website is a unique children’s literacy initiative and is part of the Soho Center’s National Children’s Literacy Information Project, a not-for-profit literacy initiative dedicated to advancing the literacy skills of young children, promoting literacy as an integral factor in the growth of society, and enhancing literacy in a variety of home and child care settings.
Reading Resources
Provided by the U.S. Department of Education, this website connects parents/caregivers with a number of additional resources and articles related to children and young adults and reading!
