Online Resources
These online resources are available from home to Middletown residents and may require your library card number.
Databases are available to all patrons from the library’s public computers and from any device on our wireless network.
Try these recommended online resources for information, education & entertainment
Apply for a Library Card
Middletown residents can apply online for a Russell Library card. We will mail the card to you and also email you the card number so you can begin using it right away! Cards can be used to access all of our online services.
Kids & Teens: Online Resources
We also have many online tools for kids and teens that are both educational and fun! Many do not require a library card. Check it out!
Britannica Online
Encyclopedia rticles, multimedia, primary sources, e-books, and other resources. (Russell Library card required.)
Coursera: Free Classes for Teens
From calculus to guitar for beginners, Coursera helps high school students everywhere keep learning. (No library card required.)
Downloadables
While the library is closed, you can borrow materials virtually. Download Audiobooks, ebooks, magazines, music, movies & comics. (Russell Library card required.)
Hartford Courant
1992-current (Russell Library card required.)
hoopla Bonus Borrows
In order to provide more content to during this difficult time, hoopla presents the hoopla Bonus Borrows Collection with more than 1,100 top titles and hoopla favorites. (Russell Library card required.) Borrowing titles from this collection will not count against your regular monthly borrows!
JobNow
Resume resources, job interview tips, career assessments, job & interview coaching. (Russell Library card required.)
Mango Languages
Learn a language online! Mango is a self-paced learning program. Over 70 languages available. (Russell Library card required.)
New York Times
1985-present (Russell Library card required.)
Project Gutenberg
A library of over 60,000 free classic eBooks. Choose among free epub and Kindle eBooks, download them or read them online. (No library card required.)
researchIT CT
Online reference databases for students and adults: newspapers, magazines, journals, genealogy, ebooks & more. (No library card required)
TED Talks
3300+ talks to stir your curiosity. (No library card required.)
Tech Tips
Just getting started? Russell Library has recommendations for internet safety, learning new programs, and staying current.
Relaxation & Recreation
Fun things to do online or in your home. Also, tips on working and learning at home. All ages. (No library card required.)
Universal Class
Lifelong learning courses in over 30 subject areas, many of which offer continuing education units (CEUs). More than 500 courses are available. (Russell Library card required.)
Wildlife & Nature Livecams
Webcams from around the globe. (No library card required.)
All Databases
American Ancestors
Discover your family’s history. In- library access only.
Ancestry Library
Discover your family’s history. In- library access only.
AutoMate
Auto repair & service information on more than 38000 vehicles.
BookFlix
Over 120 animated stories designed to strengthen early literacy skills. Click here to access from home.
Britannica Online
Encyclopedia rticles, multimedia, primary sources, e-books, and other resources.
Commercial Record
Real estate and financial news for Connecticut and Rhode Island. In-library access only.
Consumer Reports
Products ratings and reviews for consumers.
Downloadable Resources
Audiobooks, ebooks, magazines, music, movies & comics.
FamilySearch
Genealogical records from all over the world. In-library use only.
Foundation Directory Online
Information on U.S. grantmakers and their funding activities. In-library access only.
CLICK HERE to access this resource from home. (Public access has been made available on a temporary basis for the duration of the COVID-19 crisis.)
Email Information Services with any questions.
Foundation Grants to Individuals
Up-to-date information on foundations that fund individual grantseekers. In-library access only.
Hartford Courant
1992-current
Historic Hartford Courant
1764–1992
Historic New York Times
1851 – 2014.
findIT CT
Statewide library catalog. Books, audiobooks, ebooks.
JobNow
Resume resources, job interview skills, career assessment.
Local History
Newspaper indexes and other Middletown History resources.
Mango Languages
Learn a language online! Over 70 languages available.
Morningstar
Investment research center. Companies, Funds, ETFs, Markets, etc.
New York Times
1985-present
Newspapers Database
Chicago Tribune, Los Angeles Times, Wall Street Journal, Washington Post
NoveList
Book reviews, sample chapters, suggestions & read-alike lists.
Reference USA
Research businesses, jobs, healthcare & more.
researchIT CT
Online reference databases for students & adults: newspapers, magazines, genealogy & more!
Small Engine Repair
User-friendly repair guides for small engines.
Universal Class
Lifelong learning courses in over 30 subject areas, many of which offer continuing education units (CEUs). More than 500 courses are available.
Value Line
Investment information and education.