Exclusives for E.D. Locke Public Library Patrons
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A to Z Food America
A vast array of searchable recipes. Browse by state, region, ethnic group, ingredients, and more. Includes a farmer's market directory!
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A to Z World Travel
Explore the world cities guide, and find helpful travel information such as using international phone and electrical plugs, handling emergencies, and much more.
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Ancestry Library Edition
Genealogy information, including census data, passenger lists, obituaries, and more. Search billions of records to trace your family history! In-library use only.
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Consumer Reports Online
Expert, unbiased product overviews, ratings, reviews, and buying guides, as well as product news and feature articles.
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Creativebug
Unlimited access to thousands of art and craft online video classes for all ability levels. Watch anytime, anywhere, on any device. Get inspired and start making!
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Flipster
Full issues of digital magazines, including the current issue. Use your library card in the Patron ID field to access. Download the mobile app from Google Play or iTunes.
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Hoopla
Borrow movies, music, audiobooks, e-books, comics, and TV shows to enjoy on your computer, tablet, or phone--even your TV! Download it from Google Play, iTunes, or Amazon appstore.
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Morningstar
Access financial reports, screening, analyst reports and porfolio screening. Also features an Investing Classroom with courses on stocks, bonds, retirement planning, and more.
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The New York Times
Create a free account for 72 hour unlimited access to the digital version of The New York Times--unlimited articles, countless topics, and subscriber exclusives. Use our link again as needed to sign in.
- Access The New York Times from home:
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- Click the New York Times link above.
- Enter your library card number and click Log In.
- Click Redeem when a code appears.
- Log in or create an account.
- A page noting when your access expires will appear. Click Continue.
- If you use the NYT mobile app, sign in with your account now.
- When your access expires, repeat these steps using the link above as many times as you wish.
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Newspaper Archive
Explore your family history and discover key historical events on one of the world's largest online newspaper archives.
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NoveList Plus
Search book reviews, annotations, read-alikes and more for over 250,000 fiction and nonfiction titles, including audiobooks. Browse by genre, theme, appeal, etc, or search your favorite author or book to find similar works.
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Reference Solutions by Data Axle
The number 1 source of information on businesses and people for small business owners, marketing professionals, researchers and job seekers. It helps users create marketing plans, conduct competitive analysis, raise funds, and locate people.
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Transparent Language Online
Provides an effective and engaging experience for learning over 110 languages. It can be accessed anytime, anywhere, on almost any device.
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Washington Post
Expert reporting and analysis from Washington and around the world, including award-winning investigative coverage and editorial commentary.
- Access the Washington Post from home:
- Click the Washington Post link above.
- Enter your library card number and click Log In.
- Log into the Washington Post or create an account.
- A page noting when your access expires will appear.
- If you use the Washington Post mobile app, sign in with your account now.
- When your access expires, repeat these steps using the link above as many times as you wish.
Available to all South Central Library System Patrons
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Digital Learn
An online hub for digital literacy support and training featuring a collection of self-directed video tutorials. Includes courses such as navigating a web site, setting up email, using a smartphone, and many more. A Public Library Association initiative.
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Libby, by Overdrive
Borrow e-books, audiobooks, and magazines to read on your phone, tablet, computer, or Kindle using the Libby app. All you need is your library card! Check out the Libby Basics tip sheet or visit the Libby Help page for help getting started.
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LINKcat
Search for thousands of items in the South Central Library System catalog! Access and manage your account to place holds, see due dates, renew items, and pay fines. The LINKcat Mobile App is also available for Apple or Android devices. You can even use the app as your digital library card to check out items in person with your phone!
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Recollection Wisconsin
Discover photos, maps, books, artifacts, oral histories and more from dozens of Wisconsin communities. Find McFarland yearbooks as well as local and family history materials in the E.D. Locke Public Library collection. Part of the Digital Public Library of America.
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SCLS Resources
These resources are available to individuals who live in the South Central Library System service area and have a library card issued by a South Central Library System member library.
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