Research & Learn

One-on-One Assistance

Looking for one-on-one help? Our team of genealogists, librarians, and trainers can work with you and your schedule to get you the help you need. Assistance is available online over Zoom, by phone or by email. If you select an in-person meeting, we will try to get you as close to your home branch as possible.

Just for You

We offer free programs and resources including individualized learning, job help, small business assistance, and an abundance of free tools to research and learn. Reliable product reviews, family tree exploration, starting and growing a business, learning a new language or hobby and much more.

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History & Genealogy

Our collection consists of resources that support local history and genealogical research pertaining to St. Louis; Missouri; the colonial United States; US westward migration; and immigration to Missouri.

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Technology Classes

We offer a variety of free computer classes for all skill levels. Our skilled instructors can help you learn basic word processing, or more advanced skills like Excel and PowerPoint.

Continuing Education

Your library card is your ticket to lifelong learning. We have resources on a huge range of topics so you can explore your interests and hobbies.

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Student Success

Your benefits as a student don't stop at school or campus. Your library card allows you to explore encyclopedias and reference books so you can find accurate and reliable information.

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Job Help & Career Building

Access a number of services to help you on your job and career search. Resources to assist you in resume letter building processes, job training skills, job searches, interviewing and more.

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Small Business Resources

We have databases to help you start and grow a business, and we provide free training to help individuals or groups learn to use these databases.

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Business & Investing

Explore worldwide business information including private and public U.S and international business data, industry news, facts and figures and in-depth financial comparisons and analysis.

Health & Medical

Get answers to health-related questions. Find information on health, medications, holistic medicine, supplements, encyclopedia and dictionary entries.

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Repair & Maintenance

Are you a DIYer? Check out all things Consumer Reports, access vehicle service and repair information including diagrams as well as repair and maintenance information for small engines such as motorcycles, boats and lawn mowers.

Voter Information

Details regarding library polling sites and hours, upcoming election dates, absentee or mail in voting information, website links to locate your polling place and sample ballots, as well as general voting websites.

Brainfuse HelpNow

Brainfuse HelpNow connects students in grades K-12 with live tutors in a safe and secure online classroom. Students can access academic tutoring, homework help and test prep assistance.

Audience: All Ages

Type: Digital Service, eCourses

Headspace

Meditation and mindfulness techniques available online so more people can experience the benefits of meditation anytime, anywhere.

Audience: Adults, Teens

Type: Subscription Database

SkillMill

Skilled trades training courses online on HVAC, solar, plumbing, electrical and more. Develop skills at your own pace through expert-led video lessons and digital training simulations.