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ABC Mouse
With 3,500+ interactive books, educational games, puzzles, and other learning activities, ABCmouse.com’s award-winning online curriculum is an invaluable resource for young learners (ages 2-6+). From Age of Learning, Inc.
Academic Search Complete
Designed for academic institutions. Comprehensive, multi-disciplinary resource of scholarly research. Coverage on a wide range of topics. Includes peer-reviewed full text resources for STEM research. Social sciences and the humanities also covered.
Accelerated Reader
Search for books with a corresponding Renaissance Accelerated Reader 360® with Accelerated Reader BookFinder®
Agricola
From the National Agricultural Library. Contains citations about all aspects of agriculture and related fields. Includes: journal articles, monographs, proceedings, theses, patents, translations, audiovisual materials, computer software, and technical reports. Coverage: 1970 - current.From the National Agricultural Library. Contains citations about all aspects of agriculture and related fields. Includes: journal articles, monographs, proceedings, theses, patents, translations, audiovisual materials, computer software, and technical reports. Coverage: 1970 - current.
ALA Top Ten YA
YALSA honors the best teen literature each year with its six literary awards, announced each year at the ALA Midwinter Meeting. See this year's top ten best fiction titles for young adults.
Alex Award
The Alex Awards are given to ten books written for adults that have special appeal to young adults, ages 12 through 18. The winning titles are selected from the previous year's publishing.
Alt HealthWatch
Provides information on complementary, holistic, and integrated approaches to healthcare and wellness. Sources include journals (some peer-reviewed) and reports.
America’s Story
Discover the stories of America's past brought to you by the Library of Congress.
Ancestry Plus
Search your family past with Ancestry Plus at the Library only with your library card and delve deeper into your family tree.
Animal Facts
At Animal Fact Guide, you can learn about interesting and endangered animals from around the world. Discover what makes an animal unique and get wildlife conservation tips on our Animal Facts pages. Share your opinion about recent wildlife discoveries or check out cute baby animal photos on our Wildlife Blog. Download free coloring pages, word searches, and animal mazes on our Fun Stuff page.
Applied Science & Technology Source
Broad coverage of research and development within the applied sciences and computing disciplines. Content derives from leading trade journals, professional and technical society publications, and conference proceedings.
Arcademics
Arcademic Skill Builders are online educational video games that offer a powerful approach to learning basic math, language arts, vocabulary, and thinking skills. Boost student engagement & fact fluency with the free multiplayer educational games, math games, language arts games, and more!
A to Z Databases
Provided by mel.org, AtoZdatabases is the premier reference and marketing database provided to institutions throughout the U.S. This simple, user-friendly, web-based solution provides details on businesses and households within the U.S.
Audubon Magazine
Read past issues of Audubon magazine online to learn about birds, nature, and more!
Automate
Automate replaces Chilton as the selected electronic resource for all automotive repair documentation.
A-Z Databases
Detailed information on 30 million businesses and executives and 2 million new businesses. Includes data on over 200 million residents as well as new movers/homeowners. Special features include a background and criminal history search. Information provided on U. S. healthcare professionals. Includes a jobs database and email marketing.
Babble
Explore parenting, pregnancy, lifestyle, baby names, food, and other related topics for parents and kids on Babble courtesy of Disney.
Better Business Bureau
Find businesses, brands, and charities that you can trust. Search by city, state, postal code, business name, etc. to find information like website URL, addresses, phone numbers, and more.
Biography Reference Center
More than 450,000 biographies. Includes complete full text run of Biography Today and Biography Magazine as well as thousands of narrative biographies.
Book Adventures
Book Adventures sponsored by Sylvan Learning offers valuable resources to motivate your child to read like quizzes, games, and prizes.
Brighton Area Schools
The Brighton Area School District consists of Hawkins Elementary, Hilton Elementary, Hornung Elementary, Maltby Intermediate, Spencer Elementary, Scranton Middle School, Brighton High School, and The Bridge. Learn more about the district's departments, Board of Education, policies, communication, and schools by visiting the website.
Brighton District Library
The Brighton Area Library is located at 100 Library Drive, Brighton, MI 48116. Learn more about the library by visiting the website.
Brighton Fire
The Brighton Area Fire Department is located in the state of Michigan with a response district that includes 74 square miles and a population of 46,000 residents within the City of Brighton, Charter Township of Brighton and Genoa Township. Learn more about the Brighton Area Fire Department by visiting the website.
Brighton Township
Learn about Brighton Township's administration, assessing, clerk, planning, zoning, public utilities, and treasurer, along with boards and commissions, by visiting the website.
Britannica School
Nonfiction content geared for K-12 students. Includes over 132,000 encyclopedia articles, 103,000 images, 7,500 multimedia elements, more than 27,000 eBooks, and novels and essays. Tools include translation for 50+ languages and read-aloud functionality. Includes Lexile ranges and alignment with Michigan Department of Education Academic Standards across a variety of subjects.
Business.gov
Provides one-stop access to federal government info, services and transactions; includes business resource library.
Caldecott Medal Winners
The Caldecott Medal was named in honor of nineteenth-century English illustrator Randolph Caldecott. It is awarded annually by the Association for Library Service to Children, a division of the American Library Association, to the artist of the most distinguished American picture book for children. View this year and past years winners of this award by visting the website.
Center for Disease Control
Search the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website for diseases and conditions, travelers health, healthy living, emergency preparedness information and more.
Center for Local, State, and Urban Policy
University of Michigan's Center for Local, State, and Urban Policy that conducts regular surveys of local, state, and county officials. Thought you might find it interesting to poke around and get some insight about what officials are thinking about in our communities and beyond.
Center for Science
Read the Center for Science in the Public Interest's health letter for health and nutrition tips and information.
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid
View the official U.S. government site for Medicare for information on coverage, claims, and more. Also search and download important forms.
Charyl Stockwell Academy
Charyl Stockwell Academy District is a public charter school located in Howell, MI that uses state of the art instructional best practices in a K-12 school setting. Learn more about the school district by visiting the website.
Civil War Soldiers
View names and learn about Civil War soldiers that were residents of Hartland Township, Livingston County, Michigan. Over 170 men are listed.
College Navigator Online
Find the right college for you. Search colleges by state, available programs, and institution type.
Consumer Health Complete
Supports the health and wellness information needs of patients. Covers mainstream medicine as well as complementary and holistic medicine.
Consumer Info
View the Federal Trade Commission's consumer related information and scam alerts on businesses, products, charities, organizations, education insitutions, and more.
Consumer Product Safety Commission
See reports on recalled consumer prooducts, safety information and tips, and research from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Consumer Reports
View unbiased product ratings and reviews from Consumer Reports, which puts around 4000 products through rigorous testing each year. Your Cromaine Library card number is required for access.
Cooking Light
Browse a digital archive of all recipes and select articles from past magazine issues.
Craigslist Job Postings – Detroit Metro
Search local Metro Detroit job listings on Craigslist by city, title, and more.
Crain's
Read past issues of Crain's Detroit Business online and download up to 3 copies for free from your personal computer.
Cromaine Connector - Library Blog
This is the blog for Hartland's Cromaine Library where you'll find notes from our programs, new material listings, and more!
Cromaine Library on Goodreads
Follow/friend the Cromaine Library on Goodreads to find staff recommendations for great books!
Cromaine Library Podcast
Hartland's Cromaine Library has it's own podcasting channel containing a wide range of audio content from the various programs and services offered by the Library.
Cyndi's list of genealogy sites
A comprehensive, categorized and cross-referenced list of links that point you to genealogical research sites online.
Daughters of the American Revolution - National Headquarters
The DAR, founded in 1890 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., is a non-profit, non-political volunteer women's service organization dedicated to promoting patriotism, preserving American history, and securing America's future through better education for children. This site also contains genealogy research databases and resources.
Deerfield Township
View information about Deerfield Township of Livingston County, Michigan. See tax information, find documents and forms, and read about the history.
Demographics Now
Access U.S. census data for research in the Demographics Now database. Search demographic information and create and download reports. Login using your library account information.
Detroit Free Press
Detroit Michigan news - freep.com is the Detroit Free Press. Read news about Detroit, as well as headlines and stories from around Michigan online.
Detroit Free Press Newspaper
Includes free summaries of archived articles published as far back as 1831. Most full-text articles require a subscription fee.
Detroit News
Includes archives of articles as far back as one week. Farther than a week back requires a subscription fee.
Detroit Public TV
Detroit Public TV builds on the PBS tradition to reach young people in new ways, extend lifelong learning for adults and setting the standard for helping kids become ready to learn. From new parent support through graduation and beyond, DPTV is a trusted partner and valuable resource for educators, parents, and children.
Detroit Zoo Discounted Tickets
A partnership of The Library Network (TLN) with the Detroit Zoo on a program called Tickets & More. Through the TLN Tickets & More program library patrons can purchase discounted admission tickets to the Detroit Zoo, save on discounted memberships, and dining. You can even purchase a pre-paid parking voucher. The discounted offers are updated at intervals throughout the year, in an effort to keep the program fresh.
Disability.gov
Find disability resources and links from the U.S. Department of Labor by visiting the website.
Diverse Homeschool
The Diverse group in Genesee County, Michigan is ages 3-14 approximately, with many younger and older that participate. We have several activities that we regularly run (themed days, game days, park days, social gatherings, etc.), as well as great field trips we take. It is about enjoying learning and supplementing what the children are already obtaining at home. We are not structured around a curriculum nor do we run structured classes with homework or assignments.
Do Not Call Registry
The national Do Not Call Registry gives you the choice whether to receive telemarketing calls. Register your home or cell phone.
Educator Programs and Services
See educator programs and services, what's new for educators, and the education spotlight.
Educator’s Reference Desk
From the Information Institute of Syracuse, the people who created AskERIC, the Gateway to Educational Materials, and the Virtual Reference Desk, the Educator's Reference Desk brings you the resources you have come to depend on. 2,000+ lesson plans, 3,000+ links to online education information, and 200+ question archive responses.
Eldercare Locator
Search for eldercare services in your community and get other free resources and tools by visiting the website.
FAFSA
Visit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid site to apply for student loans and get more information on financial assistance for higher education.
Fenton Area Public Schools
The Fenton Area Public School District consists of Fenton Senior High School, Andrew G. Schmidt Middle School, North Road Elementary School, State Road Elementary School, Tomek-Eastern Elementary School, and Ellen Street Campus Early Childhood Programs. Learn more about the district's departments, Board of Education, policies, communication, and schools, and see calendars, resources, and more by visiting the website.
Fenton Winegarden Library
View information about the Fenton-Winegarden Library, a branch of the Genesee District Library located in Fenton, Michigan.
Fine Cooking
Get free access to articles from the latest issue of Fine Cooking for recipes, cooking tips, and more.
First Lego League
Guided by adult Coaches, FIRST LEGO League teams research a real-world problem such as food safety, recycling, energy, etc., and are challenged to develop a solution. They also must design, build, program a robot using LEGO MINDSTORMS® technology, then compete on a table-top playing field. Find teams, challenges, and events near you by visiting the website.
Ford Heritage Vault
Take a trip down memory lane through the Ford Heritage Vault, our comprehensive collection offers more than 5,000 curated photographs and product brochures from Ford and Lincoln vehicles.
Fowlerville District Library
View information about the Fowlerville District Library in Michigan. See programs, services, events, catalogs, and more.
Fraud.org
File your own complaint, or continue to Fraud.org for info on new and classic scams, prevention tips, to sign up for alerts, and more.
Fun Brain
Play fun math and reading games to learn. Search games by subject, or grade level.
Genoa Township
Genoa Township is a charter township located in the heart of Livingston County, Michigan. See Genoa Township government, department, and community information.
Get Ready to Read
Get Ready to Read! is designed to support educators, parents, and young children in the development of early literacy skills in the years before kindergarten. Intended for use with all children, the resources and information provided on this site promote skill-building, communication between adults, and ways to address concerns.
Great Start Livingston
The Great Start Collaborative of Livingston County (Great Start Livingston) is a partnership of local stakeholders and parents working with the community to build a comprehensive early childhood system, aligned to address all factors that influence a child’s readiness for school and life. Visit the website to learn more and to view resources.
Great Websites for Kids
View links to great websites for kids, covering a wide variety of topics, courtesy of the Association for Library Service to children.
Hamburg Township Library
View information about the Hamburg Township Library in Livingston County, Michigan. See programs, services, events, catalogs, and more.
Hartland Area Chamber of Commerce
Among its many services, the Chamber provides marketing guidance, referrals, credibility, and advocacy to its members in and around the Hartland area and throughout Livingston County. See upcoming events, the business directory, members, and fill out an application to join by visiting the website.
Hartland Area Community Council
Established in 1935, Hartland Area Community Council, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, serves as a forum to coordinate community projects and resolve community issues. See upcoming events, read meeting minutes, support the council, or read about the history by visiting the website.
Hartland Area Historical Society
Support the Hartland Area Historical Society, learn about Hartland's history, see museum information, or apply to join by visiting the website.
Hartland Caroselli Aquatic Center
View information about the aquatic center, including lessons, hours, private rentals, and more. Part of the Hartland Consolidated Schools.
Hartland Consolidated Schools
View information about Hartland's schools, education, events, departments, locations, and more.
Hartland-Deerfield Fire Authority
The Hartland Deerfield Fire Authority is responsible for fire protection, rescue, and emergency medical response for Hartland and Deerfield Townships. Also providing fire protection by contract to portions of Tyrone Township and the Lake Shannon Association, for a total coverage area over 80 square miles. Learn more by visiting the website.
Hartland High School Athletics
See Hartland High School's athletic teams, sports updates, upcoming events, information for parents, and more.
Hartland High School Scholarships Applications
See local scholarship opportunities. Download scholarship details and application forms.
Hartland Lions Club
See information about the Hartland Lions Club, meetings, projects, and more by visiting the website.
Hartland Living
Visit hartlandliving.com for information about Hartland, Michigan. See upcoming events on the calendar, explore the business directory, see parks and recreation information, and view volunteer opportunities in the community.
Hartland Optimist
View the Hartland Optimist program information, meeting times, and apply to join.
Hartland Players
See upcoming shows and information about the Hartland Players community theater productions.
Hartland Senior Activity Center
Hartland Senior Activity Center: Promoting happy, healthy and independent living for adults 50 and over. From transportation, to resource advocacy, to health and wellness programs; we have a well-rounded center that can support our senior members as they age in place. See more information about the center by visiting the website.
Hartland Township
View the official website of Hartland Township for information on the board of trustees, elections and voting, taxes, the community, and more.
Hartland Township Property Records
View the municipal financial summary and property records of Hartland Township.
Health Insurance Coverage - Affordable Care Act
Answers to questions about the Affordable Care Act, Open Enrollment, and other healthcare related topics are available for free.
Healthy Children
Read health tips, stages of childhood information, family life, safety and prevention, and health news courtesy of the American Academy of Pediatrics.
HERO Teen Center
The HERO Teen Center is a teen friendly place in Hartland, MI for students to come do homework, study or just hang out. Membership is FREE.
Highland Township Library
View information about the Highland Township Library in Highland, Michigan. See programs, services, events, catalogs, and more.
History of Deerfield
Learn about Deerfield Township's history by visiting the website.
Home Business
View and read digital issues of Home Business Magazine from your personal computer.
Homework spot
Search and view links and resources for homework help for elementary, middle, and high school students based on subject.
hoopla
hoopla is a digital media service that allows you to borrow movies, music, audiobooks, ebooks, comics and TV shows to enjoy on your computer, tablet, or phone – and even your TV! With no waiting, titles can be streamed immediately, or downloaded to phones or tablets for offline enjoyment later. We have hundreds of thousands of titles to choose from, with more being added daily.
Hour Detroit
Access limited articles from previous archived editions of Hour Detroit Magazine.
Howell Carnegie District Library
View information about the Howell Carnegie District Library in Howell, Michigan. See programs, services, events, catalogs, and more.
Howell Public Schools
The Howell Public School District consists of Challenger Elementary, Hutchings Elementary, Northwest Elementary, Southeast Elementary, Southwest Elementary, Three Fires Elementary, Voyager Elementary, Highlander Way Middle School, Parker Middle School, Howell High Freshman, Howell High 10-12. Learn more about academics, special education, athletics, community, the Board of Education, and see information for parents and students by visiting the website.
HowToons
Howtoons are cartoons showing kids of all ages "How To" build things. Each illustrated episode is a stand-alone fun adventure accessible to all.
Huron Valley Schools
The Huron Valley School District in Highland, MI consists of Oxbow Elementary, Harbor Highschool, Spring Hills Elementary, Muir Middle School, Oak Valley Middle School, Brooks Elementary, Lakewood Elementary, Country Oaks Elementary, Lakeland Highschool, Milford Highschool, Kurtz Elementary, The International Academy, Highland Elementary, Heritage Elementary, Johnson Elementary, and White Lake Middle School. Learn more about academics, activities, athletics, district information, and more by visiting the website.
Insuring Good Health
Developed by the University of Michigan, this site explains how to get health insurance as well as how to use it in an approachable and media-friendly manner.
Iowa Review
Edited by faculty, students, and staff from the renowned writing and literature programs at the University of Iowa, The Iowa Review takes advantage of this rich environment for literary collaboration to create a worldwide conversation among those who read and write contemporary literature.
IRS Forms and Publications
Use the IRS Forms & Publications Search to quickly find and download current forms, instructions and publications for individuals and businesses.
Job & Career Accelerator
Get career guidance, see resume and cover letter tips, and prepare to apply. Create your own free account to get started.
Jon’s Homeschool Resources
Read non-commercial homeschool information. Search faqs, view the homeschooling handbook, and find support groups by visiting the website.
Just Plain Clear
Developed by the United Health Group, this site is an online glossary for healthcare terms, especially those related to health insurance coverage.
Kanopy Video Streaming
Kanopy offers one of the most unique and compelling collections of independent and educational films. The films range from documentaries, indie and foreign films, must-see classics, and blockbuster movies. With a collection of over 30,000+ films, you're sure to find something interesting to watch on your computer or other mobile devices.
Kelley Blue Book
Check KBB car price values when buying and selling new or used vehicles. Recognized by consumers and the automotive industry since 1926.
Kids.gov
Brought to you by USA.gov, Kids.gov is the official kids' portal for the U.S. government. We link kids, parents and teachers to information and services on the web from government agencies, schools, and educational organizations, all geared to the learning level and interest of kids. Kids.gov is organized into four audiences: Kids (Grades K-5), Teens (Grades 6-8), Teachers and Parents. Each audience tab is divided into educational subjects like Arts, Math, and History.
Kids Health
KidsHealth is more than just the facts about health. As part of The Nemours Foundation's Center for Children's Health Media, KidsHealth also provides families with perspective, advice, and comfort about a wide range of physical, emotional, and behavioral issues that affect children and teens.
Learning Express Library
Achieve your educational and career goals. Choose the adult learning center, career center, school center, college prep center, or high school equivalency center to see advice, how to instructions, and more resources. From mel.org
Learning in a Family Environment
The LIFE group is a home educators support group for homeschoolers in Livingston County, MI. Visit the website to learn more.
Library of Congress
Search website resources for young readers and for the whole family to explore together courtesy of the Library of Congress.
Library of Congress - Crowd
The Library of Congress launched By the People (crowd.loc.gov) in the autumn of 2018. The application invites you to transcribe, review, and tag digitized images of manuscripts and typed materials from the Library’s collections. Everyone is welcome to take part! You don't even need to create an account, but if you do you'll have access to additional features such as tagging, and reviewing other people's transcriptions. All transcriptions are made and reviewed by volunteers before they are returned to loc.gov, the Library's website. These transcriptions will improve search, readability, and access to handwritten and typed documents for those who are not fully sighted or cannot read the handwriting of the original documents.
Library of Michigan
The Michigan Legislature created The Library of Michigan to guarantee the people of this State and their government one perpetual institution to collect and preserve Michigan publications, conduct reference and research and support libraries statewide. Visit the website to see the Library of Michigan's catalog, resources, and more.
Library Policies
A listing of all Library Policies approved by the Library's Board of Trustees
Linden Community Schools
The Linden School District consists of Linden Elementary School, Hyatt Elementary School, Central Elementary School, Argentine Early Childhood Center, Linden Middle School, Linden Highschool . Learn more about the schools, athletics, district information, and see information for parents and students by visiting the website.
Livingston County
View information about Livingston County, MI. See municipal resources, departments, residential information, business directory, and more.
Livingston County Area Agency on Aging 1-B
The Area Agency on Aging 1-B offers many Services for Seniors that family caregivers might want to explore. Having support services like home care, meals on wheels or adult day care can help supplement and support the care you’re providing yourself and help you take an occasional break.
Livingston County Convention & Visitors Bureau
See what events and resources Livingston County has to offer by visiting the website.
Livingston County History and Genealogy Project
Search Livingston County history and genealogy information by visiting the website.
Livingston County Legal Self-Help Center
The Livingston County Legal Self-Help Center is located in the Howell Carnegie District Library at 314 W. Grand River Avenue in Howell. During regular library hours, people who need help dealing with civil legal matters can come to the library for support.
Livingston County Literacy Coalition
The Cromaine District Library is a community partner with the LCLC. They offer free tutoring to adults in Livingston County who wish to improve their skills in reading, writing, basic math, or English as a Second Language. Each learner is professionally matched with a trained volunteer tutor, based upon the learner’s goals and needs. All sessions are held in welcoming, safe, and positive learning environments. Call 810-522-8933 or visit their website to get started.
Livingston County Sheriff
Get to know the Livingston County Sheriff by visiting the website.
Livingston Education Service Agency
Livingston County's intermediate school district. See special education resources plus, links to schools, board of education, and human resources.
Livingston Gem and Minerals
The Livingston Gem and Mineral Society is a nonprofit organization and member of the Midwest Federation of Mineralogical Societies. View the newsletter and upcoming event information
Locus Mag
See science fiction and fantasy resources, reviews, and news from Locus Magazine.
MasterFILE Complete
Broad collection of popular full-text magazines and reference books. Contains Consumer Reports. Covers subjects including: business, health, education, fitness, sports and leisure, personal finance, general science, multicultural issues, DIY, and fashion. Also includes photos, maps, and flags.
Math Forum
Search math topics and read forums to find more information on solving problems.
MCB Braille and Talking Book Library
Apply for free library service including audio books and braille books.
Medline Plus
Search trusted health and drug topics for more information and advice from the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
MeLCat
MeLCat, part of the Michigan Electronic Library, offers statwewide interlibrary lending services, including major state universities, and is available at Cromaine. We ask that you only use MeLCat after searching the TLN library catalog. TLN offers over 1.2 million titles with five million items from over 50 libraries in southeastern Michigan.
Mental Health Education
Explore information about child and adolescent mental health from the National Institute of Mental Health.
Merck Manuals
The Manuals are one of the world’s most widely used medical information resources. Includes pill identification, information about medical topics, and a wide variety of other health and medicine resources for both the consumer and medical professional.
Merck Veterinary Manual
The Merck Veterinary Manual (MVM) has provided veterinarians and other animal health professionals with concise and authoritative information on diseases and management of food-producing, companion, laboratory, and exotic animals.
Met Museum E Books
Search NYC's Metropolitan Museum of Art's art history publications to download, or read online.
Metro-Detroit Book and Author Society
Founded in 1972, the Metro-Detroit Book and Author Society has hosted a Spring (May) and Fall (October) luncheon for bringing nationally known authors to the Detroit area. Cromaine has a presence on the Board of this non-profit organization, representing The Library Network.
Michgan Secretary of State
Online resources from the Michigan Secretary of State including information on vehicle registration, driver's licenses and more.
Michigan Activity Pass
M.A.P. is a program of The Library Network, a group of libraries in southeastern Michigan. M.A.P., also known as Michigan Activity Pass, provides free and discounted admissions as well as discounts in gift shops at museums, attractions, parks, and all kinds of recreation and entertainment opportunities.
Michigan Autism Partnership
Michigan Autism Partnership provides scholarships to families in need of assistance in treating children with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Michigan Business One-Stop
The Michigan Business Resource Center can help you start, operate and expand your business in Michigan.
Michigan Center for the Book
Michigan Center for the Book is affiliated with the Library of Congress and the Library of Michigan to promote awareness of books and literacy.
Michigan Department of Education
Michigan Department of Education nonpublic and homeschool information.
Michigan Digital Newspapers Database
A comprehensive list of Michigan newspaper titles available online from various institutions including the Clarke Historical Library and Library of Congress.
Michigan Electronic Library
Michigan's online electronic library provides full text articles and ebooks to michigan residents.
Michigan.gov
State of Michigan government website with info on business, education, health, and safety.
Michigan Governor’s Office
See the latest Michigan government news, press releases, issues and initiatives, and more.
Michigan Humanities Council Calendar
Michigan Humanities Council aims to connect people by creating quality cultural programs.
Michigan Kids
Content for kids from Michigan government on topics like environment, food, history, money, and more.
Michigan Legislative Information
Michigan compiled laws from the Legislative Service Bureau.
Michigan Riparian
Archived issues of the Michigan Riparian, articles on waterfront living.
Michigan Small Business Technology & Development Center
Business related events and workshops for those looking to start or grow their organizations.
Michigan State Representatives in U.S. Senate – Contact information
Contact information for U.S. members of senate based on state.
Michigan Talent Bank
Michigan resources for job seekers, employers, veterans, and skilled tradesmen.
Michigan Treasury Department
Michigan Department of Treasury information on taxes, property, finance, and more.
Michigan Unemployment
Apply for unemployment online or check the status of your claim.
Michigan Works Southeast Michigan
Service for employers looking for specific workers and job seekers looking for employment.
Milford Public Library
Milford Public Library located in Milford, MI website for members includes info and resources for adults, kids, teens and more.
Morningstar Investment
Resource for individuals to assist in financial planning and investment. Your Cromaine library card number is required for access.
NADA Guides
Vehicle pricing information for cars, motorcycles, rvs, boats, classic cars, and manufactured homes.
National Home Education Research Institute
The NHERI collects research about homeschooling and provides resources for home educators.
Newbery Award Winners
List of Newbery Award winners for distinguished work in children's literature from 1922-present.
Niche Academy
Cromaine Library's My Niche Academy contains a variety of helpful video tutorials on how to use the library's e-resources.
NIH Senior Health
Health and wellness information for older adults provided by the National Institutes of Health.
NoveList
Online resources provided by librarians to help users with topics like book recommendations, medical resources, and more.
Oceola Township
Oceola Township of Livingston County, MI website where you can find meeting minutes, schedules of events, community resources and more.
Online Colleges
Directory of accredited online colleges and universities for students.
Online Reading for Kids
Online reading for children in a variety of topics with colorful illustrations and interactive pages.
Open Copyright Education
Provided by the University of Michigan, this resource trains people on the proper use of Copyright.
Opposing Viewpoints in Context
Provides different views about issues that help students develop critical thinking skills. This resource brings balance and perspective to contemporary issues using arguments from experts.
OptOutPreScreen
Finance service to accept and process requests for consumers to opt in or opt out of credit or insurance.
Our Savior Evangelical Lutheran School
Our Savior Evangelical Lutheran School and Church online provides event dates, resources, school info and more.
OverDrive
Downloadable Audiobooks and eBooks that you can now read on your mobile smart phones, iPad, Kindle, Sony, Nook HD and Nook Color eReaders, and many additional devices. Overdrive also offers Music that you can play on your home computer, burn to cd or transfer to any portable device. INCLUDING iPods!
Parents.com
Parents magazine online resources for parents and future parents regarding pregnancy, health, safety, and more.
Pinckney Community Public Library
Pinckney Community Public Library located in Pinckney, MI website with community information and online resources.
Points of View Reference Center
Presents multiple sides of over 400 issues. Helps students assess and develop persuasive arguments and essays, better understand controversial issues, and develop analytical thinking skills.
Printz Awards
Michael L. Printz Award for Excellence in Young Adult Literature. See winners, history
Professional Development Collection
Specialized information for librarians, teachers, and education researchers.
Project Gutenberg
Online database of free ebooks that are out of copyright infringement.
Rachael Ray
Access to Rachael Ray's magazine with recipes, entertainment advice, and more.
Read.gov
The Library of Congress provides resources and book recommendations for kids, teens, adults, parents, and educators.
Safe Kids
Information, articles, and guidelines regarding internet safety and civility.
Safe Schools
Information and articles regarding food safety, bus safety, and general safety in schools.
Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps
The Library of Congress has placed online nearly 25,000 Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps, which depict the structure and use of buildings in U.S. cities and towns. Maps will be added monthly until 2020, for a total of approximately 500,000. The online collection now features maps published prior to 1900. The states available include Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Delaware, Iowa, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Nebraska, Nevada, North Dakota, South Dakota, Vermont, Wisconsin and Wyoming. Alaska is also online, with maps published through the early 1960s. By 2020, all the states will be online, showing maps from the late 1880s through the early 1960s. The Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps are a great source of historical data to genealogists, researchers, etc.
Scholastic for Parents
Books, crafts, printables and other parent resources for children ages 0-13.
Service Animals
The Michigan Department of Civil Rights produces a handy guide for identifying and properly managing Service Animals:
SFFWorld
Book reviews, movie reviews, and articles on science fiction, fantasy, and horror.
Slimekids
Literacy-based games, book trailers, and educational resources for young students.
Smart Computing
A monthly computing and technology magazine touching on a variety of technology topics.
Social Security Online Services
Social Security Administration of the United States offers resources for retirement, disability, employers, and more.
SPARK
SPARK supports high tech businesses and provides resources for entrepreneurs and business owners in the greater Ann Arbor, MI area, including Livingston County, MI.
State Bar of Michigan
Resources and dates regarding the State Bar Exam in Michigan for members, public, and future lawyers.
Story Starters
Story Starters provides children with interactive writing prompts in a fun, colorful, template.
Student Aid on the Web
Resources on federal student aid, FAFSA, student loans, and more.
Sunset
See articles on cooking, design, lifestyle, and more in this monthly publication.
Surf net kids
View educational kids websites, games, printables, and other resources.
Teachers.net
Explore teacher chatboards, free lesson plans, job postings, crafts and more resources for educators.
Teaching Tolerance
A website dedicated to reducing prejudice and increasing tolerance amongst our nation's youth.
Tech Boomers
A free educational website that teaches older adults and other inexperienced Internet users with basic computer skills about websites that can help improve their quality of life.
Teen Ink
Teen Ink is a publication made up of work written by teen authors from around the world.
The Library Network
The Library Network serves 75 libraries in Southeast Michigan, providing online resources and books.
The Olympics
The official website for the olympic games shares news about athletes, sports, and more.
The White House
See current issues, history, administration, news, and more at the White House online.
The White House, Inside
Learn about the history of the White House and fun facts of its construction and layout.
topoView from the USGS.gov
TopoView highlights one of the USGS's most important and useful products, the topographic map. In 1879, the USGS began to map the Nation's topography. This mapping was done at different levels of detail, to support various land use and other purposes. As the years passed, the USGS produced new map versions of each area. TopoView shows the many and varied topographic maps of each of these areas through history. This can be particularly useful for historical purposes, such as finding the names of natural and cultural features that have changed over time.
Toy Portfolio
The Openheim Toy Portfolio rates childrens toys and media for quality so you can be informed before you buy.
Transparent Language Online
Transparent Language Online provides an effective and engaging experience for language learners looking to build their vocabulary, practice their listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills, and maintain what they learn. With courses and supplemental resources in 110+ languages, Transparent Language Online can be accessed anytime, anywhere, on almost any device.
TumbleBooks
A Tumble Book library of ebooks for preschool through youth early readers.
Tyrone Historical Society
Tyrone Township Historical Society in Livingston County, MI provides meeting dates, tax information, and more.
Tyrone Township
Tyrone Township news and information in Livingston County departments, ordinances, meetings, and more.
Universal Class
With over 500 courses, most of which are accredited for Continuing Education Units (CEU's) by the International Association for Continuing Education Training (IACET), Universal Class is a one-stop resource for improving your knowledge and skill set in various professional and personal subject areas.
U.S. Congress
Search bills and laws and see details of the legislative process of the United States.
U.S. Passports
Fill out your passport application online or learn how and where to submit your application.
U.S. Social Security Administration
Social Security Administration of the United States offers resources for retirement, disability, employers, and more.
U.S. Vital Record Info
Database of United States birth certificates, death certificates, marriage licenses, and other vital records.
Veterans History Project - Library of Congress
The Veterans History Project of the American Folklife Center collects, preserves, and makes accessible the personal accounts of American war veterans so that future generations may hear directly from veterans and better understand the realities of war.
Veto Violence
Centers for Disease Control website dedicated to stopping violence before it happens.
Vote411 - League of Women Voters
Launched by the League of Women Voters Education Fund (LWVEF) in October of 2006, VOTE411.org is a "one-stop-shop" for election related information. It provides nonpartisan information to the public with both general and state-specific information on the multiple aspects of the election process.
William C. Morris Award
A list of past recipients of the William C. Morris Award for first time writers for young adults/teens.
WorldMap
Build your own mapping portal and publish it to the world or to just a few collaborators. WorldMap is open source software.
Zero to Three
View resources for parents of children ages zero to three, including early learning, child development, health, and more.
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