Digital Resources
The library makes available online databases that can bring you all kinds of information…and it’s all available 24/7!
Need help on using the databases? Check out our video tutorials on the slider below, or on the sidebar to the right!
Need more tech help? Check out our Book-a-Librarian program HERE!
Ancestry.com is the world’s largest online resource for family history. Please note that the database can only be accessed within the library.
BadgerLink provides access to full-text magazines, newspapers, reference resources, literature, and other information. Click here for a full listing of all Badgerlink resources, including a direct link to the Consumer Reports database.
We depend on our cars to get us where we need to go safely and reliably. Chilton Library can help keep our cars humming. The comprehensive automotive resource ably supports both those who want to pick up a wrench as well as those researching repairs or a car purchase. Click HERE to try it out!
DrivingTests.org offers free sample tests and study aids to prepare for your written DMV Test.
Duolingo is the world’s most popular way to learn a language. It’s 100% free, fun and science-based. You can take fun, easy lessons in many languages, including French, German, and Spanish.
The Elkhorn Local History Database consists of the Elkhorn Oral History Project, a collection of recorded interviews from longtime residents of the City of Elkhorn. These unique perspectives give an excellent glimpse into our shared history. In addition, the database contains digitized, searchable editions of the Elkhorn Independent from 1855 to 1915, with further editions to follow. Together, this is an excellent tool for exploring the rich historical heritage of Elkhorn!
GOTRESUMEBUILDER is a free and easy-to-use resume builder that assists your resume writing with smart resume samples, step-by-step resume tips, and professional resume templates.
HeritageQuest provides libraries with a unique, growing collection of research materials for tracing family history and American culture
Job Center of Wisconsin is the official job listing service of the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development, and a great place to began your search for a new job or just see what opportunities are available. You can also access our pamphlet on local job resources HERE
Job Seeker is a collection of free resources, recommended by Wisconsin public libraries, to help build skills and find jobs. You can also access our pamphlet on local job resources HERE
Kanopy is a streaming service where you can watch a huge library of television shows and films for all ages. You can check out up to 5 titles a month for no charge!
Formerly Lynda.com, LinkedIn Learning is a leading online learning platform that helps anyone learn business, software, technology and creative skills to achieve personal and professional goals. With your library card, you can access thousands of informational videos to learn a huge variety of professional and technical skills!
Mango Languages is a website and mobile app that helps you learn vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation, and culture in 70+ languages through every-day conversations.
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Medline Plus is a trusted source for medical information provided by the National Library of Medicine.
At My Vote Wisconsin you can register to vote, check your voter registration status, find your polling place, see what’s on your ballot, request an absentee ballot and check provisional ballot status.
NoveList is a reader’s advisory tool that you can use to look up author read-a-likes or book read-a-likes. It can also be useful in finding books in a series or reader’s guides.
NPR’s Books we Love is a massive reading list personally curated by NPR staff. You can use the many filters to zero in on a book that is guaranteed to fit your interests!
Reference Solutions is a source of information on businesses and people for researchers, students and job seekers. An Elkhorn library card is required to access this resource off-site.
Please note: If unable to access Reference Solutions remotely using Google Chrome, please try using a different internet browser. The most recent version of Chrome has been known to cause access issues.