Research Resources

African American Heritage is a groundbreaking digital resource exclusively devoted to African American family history research. This collection was created in partnership with leading African American genealogists and recognized leaders in genealogical information to develop a comprehensive mix of resources, records, and tools specifically pertaining to African Americans.

Visit the Library and dig deep into your family heritage.

Chilton Auto Repair Database

A quick and authoritative source for items on the market.

Creativebug offers online video arts and crafts workshops and techniques. Learn how to paint, knit, crochet, sew, screen print, and more.

CultureGrams is your source for concise, reliable, and up-to-date cultural information on countries of the world. Beyond the facts and figures, find an insider's perspective on the history, daily life, and customs. Also covers US states and Canadian provinces.

Do you need help to quickly create a resume? The Cypress Resume Maker will lead you through the process with help along the way. You answer the questions and Cypress outputs a professional looking product in modifiable word processing format.

Fold3 features premier collections of original military records. These records include the stories, photos, and personal documents of the men and women who served in the military. Many of the records come from the U.S. National archives, The National Archives of the U.K. and other international records.

Begin your own heritage quest, here at the Library or from the comfort of your own home.

This database offers detailed "how-to" instructions and creative ideas to meet the interests of virtually every hobby enthusiast. Full text is provided from leading hobby and craft magazines.

Through a collection of comprehensive full-text content, this database provides users with detailed, user-friendly “how-to” information covering a variety of home improvement and repair projects.

Instantly stream eBooks, eAudiobooks, comics, music, movies, and more. There are no waitlists, and with automatic returns, you'll never have to worry about late fees. Borrow up to 10 items each month with your WPL card.

Kanopy is the best video streaming service for quality, thoughtful entertainment. Find movies, documentaries, foreign films, classic cinema, independent films and educational videos that inspire, enrich, and entertain. Borrow 10 items a month, or get unlimited viewing through their Credit-Free and Kanopy Kids collections.

Explore careers, search for jobs, prepare for exams, compose resumes, prepare for interviews and more with the Job & Career Accelerator.

Search the growing collections of Wadsworth Public Library's digital local history database.

Investing research is made easy with Morningstar's interactive research tool.

Looking to find your next good read? Look no further. NoveList is the standard-bearer for digital reader's advisory.

The Crime Victims Rights Toolkit serves as a self-help resource for crime victims. The Toolkit is designed to help victims of Ohio and federal crimes understand and exercise their rights. If a crime victim is having difficulty exercising his or her rights, he or she may contact the Ohio Crime Victim Justice Center immediately to request assistance.

Search the State of Ohio death certificate index.

Borrow ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines to read on your phone or tablet using the Libby app by OverDrive.

Learn more about the great state of Ohio through the digital resources of the Ohio History Connection.

Prepare for college entrance and professional exams, build a resume, practice interviewing skills, and build a comprehensive, personalized career plan with Ohio Means Jobs.

Explore the digitized historical collections of other Ohio public libraries.

A growing index of Obituaries, supplied by librarians throughout the state and curated by the R. B. Hayes Presidential Library and Museum.

Keyword searchable access to the Ohio Revised Code.

Green thumbs to green hands, the Ohio State Extension provides a wealth of information that can help you maximize your yields and beautify your ornamentals while minimizing your impact on the environment.

A large collection of databases including articles from magazines and journals, genealogy resources, guides, reference and encyclopedias. Includes access to articles form Consumer Reports and other popular magazines and journals.

The mother lode of government information, brought to you by the State of Ohio.

Peer-reviewed essays by world-class experts on subjects readers can understand in half an hour of reading or less.

A treasure trove of free e-books from the public domain made possible by the non-profit Internet Archive.

Dig deeper into the 1950's - 1970's or explore the lives of America's great inventors.

Small Business Reference Center offers exclusive full text for many top consumer small business reference books, as well as tools to address many small business topics. It includes business videos, a help and advice section and details on how to create business plans.

Federal tax information, including forms and answers to frequently asked questions.

Local tax information from the Regional Income Tax Authority.

Ohio tax information, including forms and answers to frequently asked questions.

This online resource gives you up-to-date information on cases handled through the Supreme Court of Ohio. This resource also provides a comprehensive list of attorneys, grant opportunities, an online law library, and much more.

U.S. Major Dailies provides access to the five most respected U.S. national and regional newspapers, including The New York Times and Washington Post, co-exclusive access to The Wall Street Journal, and exclusive access to Los Angeles Times and Chicago Tribune.

The archives of the United States Supreme Court, made digital.

Short Introductions offer concise introductions to a diverse range of subject areas from Climate to Consciousness, Game Theory to Ancient Warfare, Privacy to Islamic History, Economics to Literary Theory.