eResources

The Library subscribes to a number of Databases and has curated a collection of useful websites (eResources) that contain information across a wide variety of topics including genealogy, entrepreneurship, local history, consumer products, and language learning. You can find them here or browse our guides for Resources by Topic.

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Market Share Reporter (Gale Directory Library)

Presents comparative business statistics with data and market description, a list of producers/products along with their market share, and cites original sources | more info >>

This resource is available only in Madison libraries and remotely to patrons with Madison Public Library as their home library.

Martindale Lawyer Locator

Find information about a lawyer or a firm. For Wisconsin lawyers, see also State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Search Engine. | more info >>

This resource is available to all library users.

MasterFILE Complete

Popular full-text magazines, reference books and other sources from world's leading publishers | more info >>

This resource is available to all library users via BadgerLink.

MedlinePlus

MedlinePlus is the National Institutes of Health's Web site for patients and their families and friends. Produced by the National Library of Medicine, the world’s largest medical library, it brings you information about diseases, conditions, and wellness issues in language you can understand. MedlinePlus offers reliable, up-to-date health information, anytime, anywhere, for free. | more info >>

This resource is available to all library users.

Merriam-Webster Unabridged Dictionary

The largest, most comprehensive American dictionary. | more info >>

This resource is available to all library users via BadgerLink.

Morningstar Investment Research Center

Find current and historical quotes for over 90,000 investments, and in-depth analysis for nearly 9,000 mutual funds and stocks. Plus, company and industry information and financial education tutorials. | more info >>

This resource is available remotely to cardholders with a subscribing library as their home library and in-library at all subscribing libraries.

MPL Gov Info

Long-running blog of published federal, local and state government publications. No longer updated. | more info >>

This resource is available to all library users.

Municipal Records, Office of the Secretary of State of Wisconsin

Search the digital archives of municipal records by counties and cities housed at the Secretary of State of Wisconsin. Some records go back to the mid-1800s. | more info >>

This resource is available to all library users.

MyVote Wisconsin

MyVote provides Wisconsin voters with registration, sample ballot, municipal clerk and polling place information. | more info >>

This resource is available to all library users.

NAICS search

Find the North American Industry Code for industry-level data. | more info >>

This resource is available to all library users.

Neighborhood Business Associations

Links to and a map of neighborhood business associations. | more info >>

This resource is available to all library users.

Neighborhood House Community Center

Neighborhood House offers a plethora of programs and services including: food pantry, laundry, youth & teen summer camps, after-school programs, mentoring, meeting spaces, wellness and enrichment classes for adults, social programming for adults with disabilities, technology lab, transportation assistance, community meals, neighborhood events, and much more! | more info >>

This resource is available to all library users.

Newspaper Archive

Historical newspapers from newspapers spanning over 200 years, including The Capital Times, Wisconsin State Journal and many other local papers. An invaluable primary resource for historical research and a unique tool for genealogists. | more info >>

This resource is available only in Madison libraries and remotely to patrons with Madison Public Library as their home library.

Newspaper Source Plus

Newspaper Source Plus includes more than 1,400 full-text newspapers, providing more than 55 million full-text articles. This database contains comprehensive full text for major newspapers. Videos and podcasts are coming soon. Newspaper Source Plus also brings critical news content with ongoing updates though out the day with its News View component. Updates throughout the day include popular sources: AP (Associated Press) Business Wire CNN Wire PR Wire UPI (United Press International) Xinhua (China) News View also includes more than 1,111,000 TV & Radio News Transcripts from top sources: ABC News (American) ABC (Australian) CBC (Canadian) CBS News CNBC CNN CNN International FOX News MSNBC National Public Radio PBS Newspapers Include: Christian Science Monitor Star Tribune (Minneapolis) The Times (UK) USA Today The Washington Post The Washington Times (DC) | more info >>

This resource is available to all library users via BadgerLink.

Newspapers.com - World Edition

Dating from the early 1700s into the 2000s, Newspapers.com contains full runs and portions of runs of well-known, regional and state titles to small local newspapers in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, and Panama. | more info >>

This resource is available to all library users via BadgerLink.

NoveList

Looking for something to read? NoveList has recommendations, reviews, plot summaries, and other content of interest to fiction readers, such as Author Read-alikes, Book Discussion Guides, BookTalks, and Annotated Book Lists. | more info >>

This resource is available to all library users via BadgerLink.

NoveList K-8

NoveList K-8 meets all the fictional reading needs of kids (0-18) and includes picture books, chapter books, and young adult titles. | more info >>

This resource is available to all library users via BadgerLink.

O'Reilly for Public Libraries (tech eBooks and digital learning)

The O’Reilly for Public Libraries Complete subscription includes more than 43,000 books and 30,000 hours of video in areas such as information technology and software; business; digital media; professional and personal development; and desktop and web applications. | more info >>

This resource is available only in Madison libraries and remotely to patrons with Madison Public Library as their home library.

Origins of Some Madison, Wisconsin Street Names

Origins of Some Madison, Wisconsin Street Names | more info >>

This resource is available to all library users.

Patent and Trademark Library UW (+research guide)

Steenbock Library is a designated Patent and Trademark Resource Center (PTRC). Patent librarians provide patent and trademark information and searching assistance for the general public and the UW-Madison community. | more info >>

This resource is available to all library users.

People's Stories of South Madison

David Giffey's collection of stories from the residents of the South Madison neighborhood. | more info >>

This resource is available to all library users.

Points of View Reference Source

Resources presenting multiple sides of an issue to help develop persuasive arguments and essays, better understand controversial issues, and develop analytical thinking skills. | more info >>

This resource is available to all library users via BadgerLink.

PressReader

Get access to current and recent issues of more than 7,000 of the world’s top newspapers and magazines as soon as they’re available on shelves. | more info >>

This resource is available remotely to cardholders with a subscribing library as their home library and in-library at all subscribing libraries.

Profiles of Wisconsin, 2022/23

Profiles of Wisconsin provides data and insight into the makeup of the state of Wisconsin, including population statistics, geography, political maps, and more. | more info >>

This resource is available only in Madison libraries and remotely to patrons with Madison Public Library as their home library.

Recovery.com

Find trustworthy treatment options for mental health and addiction. | more info >>

This resource is available to all library users.

Reference Solutions (formerly ReferenceUSA)

Powerful business and consumer research database, offering business and residential listings useful in searching for people, executives, creating marketing plans, conducting competitive analysis, fundraising and sales. | more info >>

This resource is available remotely to cardholders with a subscribing library as their home library and in-library at all subscribing libraries.

SBDC National Information Clearinghouse

Free entrepreneurship learning from the Small Business Development Center. | more info >>

This resource is available to all library users.

Science Reference Source

With Science Reference Source, you’ll find full text articles for hundreds of science encyclopedias, reference books, periodicals, and other sources. | more info >>

This resource is available to all library users via BadgerLink.

SCORE Madison

Provides classes and counseling for new and existing small businesses. | more info >>

This resource is available to all library users.

SEC.gov Search (U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission)

A variety of tools you can use to search information collected by the SEC (Securities and Exchange Commission). | more info >>

This resource is available to all library users.

Services for Older Adults (from WI DHS)

From this page you can access a variety of information on programs and services in Wisconsin for older people and caregivers. A brief description of each service is available. | more info >>

This resource is available to all library users.

Small Business Administration

Resources for starting, financing, and managing a small business. Try the Small Business Administration's Learning Center for self-paced free online business and entrepreneurship topics. | more info >>

This resource is available to all library users.

Small Business Development Center @ UW

at UW-Madison offers resources, paid classes, and the free Business Answer Line. | more info >>

This resource is available to all library users.

State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Search

Talk to a legal assistant who's experienced in analyzing potential legal problems. | more info >>

This resource is available to all library users.

State of Wisconsin Jobs

The official State of Wisconsin governement job site. | more info >>

This resource is available to all library users.

Statista

Statistics and infographics from thousands of sources (free basic version). | more info >>

This resource is available to all library users.

TeachingBooks.net

Generate enthusiasm for children's and young adult books with this multimedia-rich website full of book readings, author interviews, book reviews and more. | more info >>

This resource is available to all library users via BadgerLink.

TechBoomers

Tutorials for using popular websites and apps, written for computer beginners and older adults. | more info >>

This resource is available to all library users.

Tenant Resource Center

Find information for tenants and landlords regarding rental rights and responsibilities; state and local rental laws; mediation services; and general housing issues. Housing counseling and information for landlords and tenants in the Madison area. See also the full text of Tenant and Landlord Rights and Responsibilities, City of Madison Ordinance 32.06(2)` | more info >>

This resource is available to all library users.

The Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups

The Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups (CWAG) is the largest, most effective grassroots coalition of senior organizations in the country. | more info >>

This resource is available to all library users.

The New York Times

All the news that's fit to print. Find breaking news, multimedia, reviews & opinion on Washington, business, sports, movies, travel, books, jobs, education, real estate, etc... | more info >>

This resource is available remotely to users with Madison Public Library as their home library. After using our link, you can create a free account for short term access. Use our link again as needed.

The Washington Post

Expert reporting and analysis from Washington and around the world, including award-winning investigative coverage and editorial commentary. Real-time Q&A Discussions providing a behind the scenes look at key stories. Live-streaming of Washington Post Live events, where top-level government and business leaders, emerging voices, and newsmakers discuss the most pressing national and global issues of the day. | more info >>