Reading practice and life skills.

More than 1,000 historical newspapers from all 50 states, published 1690–1922. Created by Readex in partnership with the American Antiquarian Society, The Library of Congress, Wisconsin Historical Society, and others.

Use this digital collection to find out about Monroe County in the Civil War era (1855 - 1875).

Includes more than 650,000 biographical entries covering international figures from all time periods and areas of study.

Find out about things to do, places to stay and eat and more in Bloomington and the surrounding area.

The authoritative source for information on private philanthropy in the United States for grantseekers, grantmakers, researchers, policymakers, the media. Help on funding research, proposal writing, locating prospective funders, news and research on the field, and training opportunities. Available only inside the Main Library. Ask staff for assistance. The Library is a Funding Information Network partner of Candid, made possible by United Way of Monroe County.

Thousands of popular eBooks and audiobooks on your computer, eReader, or mobile device. Borrow up to 10 titles for 21 days.

The Library's database of nonprofit organizations in Monroe County.

Find biographical information on more than 149,000 modern novelists, poets, playwrights, nonfiction writers, journalists and scriptwriters.

Credo is an easy-to-use tool for research projects and homework. Search in hundreds of encyclopedias, dictionaries, thesauri, quotations, and subject-specific titles, as well as 200,000+ images and audio files, and nearly 1200 videos.

Basic computer literacy assessment—plus 9 instruction modules.

Practice test for new drivers in Indiana.

Practice test for new drivers from Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV).

World Book Encyclopedia's excellent editorial content, rich media, and interactive features, in Spanish.

Your online guide to series fiction. Reading sequences for each series, with a brief description of each title. Search by character, location, or subject, as well as author and title.

Listen and read to improve listening and reading comprehension.

Practice English vocabulary, grammar, or math—and help the World Food Programme end hunger at the same time.

Includes over 25,000 encyclopedic entries covering a variety of subject areas.

Simple tutorials on using computers, email, Internet, social media, operating systems, and other digital skills. 

Graphical Information System map of all of Monroe County.  You must create a free account to use this service.

Online math games.

Search for local free or reduced cost services like medical care, food, job training, and more.

More than 25,000 genealogies, local histories, primary source materials, and genealogical and local history serials. Also includes searchable Census images for 1790–1930. All materials are keyword searchable and may be downloaded and copied.

Digitized version of the 1914 volume devoted to the "people, industries, and institutions" of the two counties. Published by B.F. Bowen, Indianapolis.

Designed to assist homeowners in do-it-yourself home repair, maintenance, and remodeling projects. Step-by-step instructions for thousands of projects in the areas of plumbing, outdoor, woodworking, electrical, and decorating are provided in high-quality PDF files.

Monroe County newspapers 1869–1932. Searchable by keyword. Part of the Indiana State Library's Digital Historic Newspaper Program.

2-1-1 is a free and confidential service that helps Hoosiers across Indiana find the local resources they need.

Work One resource for job search, career exploration, resume builder, and career training.

Indiana Newspaper Archive is your complete solution to uncovering treasures from the past about your ancestors. The archive covers Indiana history from 1800–2017 and its easy-to-use search interface makes it an invaluable tool for genealogy and family research.

Register to vote or check your voter registration status.  Find out voting hours, locations, election results and more.

Holdings of the Indiana University Libraries. IUCAT may be used by anyone.

Easy-to-follow videos and practice activities on a variety of topics. Especially good for math!

Get extra help with reading skills, practice anywhere you have internet. (Register at the VITAL office for access and log in information).

Learn whenever and wherever you want to with thousands of easy-to-follow video tutorials and exercise files in web development, graphic design, video production, marketing, professional development, and so much more.

Language learning activities including quizzes, word games, listen and read programs, and more.

The premier provider of automotive repair information to the automotive industry. Repair procedures, wiring diagrams, specs, parts and labor estimating, and TSB or factory recall information. Access available inside the Library.

City and county ordinances, city directories, documents, yearbooks, plat maps, and historical items from local businesses and organizations, Incl. Showers Bros. Factory employee magazine, Shop Notes.

PDF listing of books and genealogy files donated by patrons.

Website of the History Center, located in Bloomington. Documents, photos, artifacts, records, and many other items of local significance held at MCHC indexed here.

List of Monroe County maps 1820-present, available for viewing in the Indiana Room.

List of newspapers on microfilm held in the Indiana Room. Also see The Smithville News, Bloomington News-Letter and Indiana State Library's Hoosier State Chronicles.

List of Monroe County School Students by township as transcribed by the Indiana Room; includes names of parent or guardian. Available in PDF or Excel. Original book is held by the Monroe County History Center.

Search by name for faculty, staff, and students in area yearbooks.

Introduction and practice navigating on a computer.

Nonprofit Central is committed to strengthening Monroe County nonprofits by improving management and governance, increasing fundraising and resource development capacity, and strengthening the collaborative environment in which Monroe County nonprofits operate.

Thousands of eBooks, audiobooks, magazines, and videos on your computer or personal device. Borrow up to 10 titles at once. OverDrive for Kids

ReferenceUSA offers detailed information on more than 24 million U.S. businesses, non-profit organizations, government agencies, and churches. In addition, the residential database includes 89 million U.S. households.

Basic template to create a printable resume.

Language learning program with instruction in 30 languages (level 1 access).

The collection includes millions of full-text articles on hundreds of today's most significant science topics as well as 200+ experiments, projects, and top reference content.

A comprehensive database that covers all aspects of starting and operating a business, including accounting, finance, human resources, management, marketing, tax, and more.

Phonetics: the sounds of English.

Free customizable and printable flashcards, worksheets, and diagrams for mathematics (also science, technology, and engineering).

Test information and study resources for Test Assessing Secondary Completion (TASC), formerly the General Educational Development test (GED).

Practice test for TASC, TOEFL, SAT, GRE, citizenship, and more.

A collection of eBooks, read-alongs, graphic novels, National Geographic videos, and audiobooks suitable for students in grades K–6.

Current events and news articles featuring leveled text, audio, and video materials

Fire Insurance Maps, sometimes referred to by one popular company, Sanborn, provide architectural details and building use in order to set premiums and understand risk for a business and home within city limits or congested areas. Helpful when researching house history.

Study materials and practice exercises for citizenship preparation.

Find your elected officials and their contact information based on your street address.

Articles, primary sources, tools for educators and students, multimedia, and more.