Category Archives: Information Sources

Research databases and information resources

Learning Resource of the Month – January 2018 – Mango Languages

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Mango Languages’ linguist-approved language-learning software teaches practical conversation in over 70 languages, while keeping the vibe fun and encouraging.  Features include the ability to download for learning in the car, free mobile apps, hands-free learning features, and progress tracking.  View a tutorial and get started (or brush up) on one of these languages: Spanish, English, French, Canadian French, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese, German, American Sign Language, Icelandic, Danish, Hungarian, Urdu…and 60 more! You will  need your library card number to log in, … [CLICK TO READ MORE]

October Resource of the Month: Press Republican Database

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Access to information in the Plattsburgh Press Republican, our area’s largest newspaper, just got easier!  Newsbank’s Press Republican database provides current and archived information from the Plattsburgh Press Republican in searchable text format. It includes the text (no pictures) of the current day’s edition and editions going back to 1999. It’s a great way to search for obituaries or news events. Have your library card number ready to log in, and search away!

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Community Help Resources

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CEFLS has created a mobile app** and a resource booklet to help people connect with local and online resources related to substance abuse. Individuals  seeking services, as well as the loved ones and professionals supporting them will find helpful information on addiction and mental health services, housing, transportation, and more. The booklets will be available at local libraries in the tri-county area. (The booklet and mobile app were produced in association with Substance Abuse Prevention and Recovery of Clinton County … [CLICK TO READ MORE]

April Resource of the Month : Routes to Recovery

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Do you or does someone you know struggle with addiction? There is help available. We have created a mobile app** and a resourcebooklet to help people connect with local and online resources related to substance abuse. Individuals seeking services, as well as the loved ones and professionals supporting them will find helpful information on addiction and mental health services, housing, transportation, and more. The booklets will be available at local libraries in the tri-county area. The booklet and mobile app … [CLICK TO READ MORE]

Outreach: Providing education and community connections – Special populations

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“Libraries have long been committed to building health, thriving communities, but they are now seeing and increased need to create and build strategic partnerships and expand relationships with the larger community.” – WebJunction Special Populations | Education | Community Partners | Financial Literacy |Job Seekers The CEFLS Outreach Department coordinates funds from the New York State Library to extend library services to special populations. From people who are visually impaired to those who are geographically isolated, we offer solutions and … [CLICK TO READ MORE]

March Resource of the Month: Recovering from Addiction

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Recovering from Addiction

We’ve put together some useful resources for people concerned about addiction. You’ll find information on where to get help locally, quality books, websites, videos and resources for teens and families. This is an important topic and we hope you’ll share it with as many people as possible!

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