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MeL eResources for Adults

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Family History

MyHeritage Library Edition web button
MyHeritage Library Edition - Family history resource including more than 6 billion historical records from the United States, Europe, Latin America, and other regions. Includes the full USA federal census (1790-1940); census of England and Wales (1841-1901); U.S. World War II Army Enlistment as well as records of Union and Confederate Civil War soldiers.

Journals & Newspapers

Consumer Reports (part of MasterFILE) web button
Consumer Reports (via MasterFILE Complete) - Provides clear reviews of commonly purchased products. Consumer Reports uses careful research, consumer insights, journalism, and policy expertise to help you inform purchase decisions. Also works to improve the products and services that businesses deliver, and drive regulatory and fair competitive practices.
Newspaper Source Plus web button
Newspaper Source Plus - Includes millions of articles from newspapers, newswires, and news magazines. Offers television and radio transcripts and ongoing daily updates from popular news sources. Primary full coverage newspapers are The Washington Post and USA Today.

Life Skills

Auto Repair Source web button
Auto Repair Source - Excels at repair information and schedules, parts and labor estimates, service alerts, and recalls. Covers thousands of domestic and imported vehicles.
LearningExpress Library web button
LearningExpress Library - Includes a resume builder you can save, edit, and print. Over 700 courses, practice tests, tutorials, eBooks, and flashcards. Practice tests include ACT, SAT, PSAT and TOEFL, as well as trade certification, civil service, math and reading tests, and U.S. citizenship.
Small Engine Repair Reference Center web button
Small Engine Repair Reference Center - Repair guides for small engines and routine maintenance (tune-ups, brake service, etc.). Also includes guides on extensive repairs such as engine and transmission disassembly. Coverage includes lawn mowers, motorcycles, tractors, and snowmobiles.

Popular

AtoZ Databases web button
AtoZDatabases - 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.
MasterFILE Complete web button
MasterFILE - Broad collection of popular full-text magazines and reference books. 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.

Reading

eBook Public Library Collection web button
eBooks Public Library - Collection of over 44,000 reference books featuring titles for both adults and kids. Covers a wide variety of topics from self-help and fitness to cooking and personal finance. You may access the full text of these eBooks from your computer, or download titles to most popular portable devices.
MeLCat web button
MeLCat - More than 400 libraries participate in sharing their books and other resources. Use your local library card to order materials from other libraries in Michigan.
NoveList Plus web button
Novelist Plus - Contains information on over 260,000 fiction and readable nonfiction titles. Features lists of award-winning books, book discussion guides, Read-a-Like recommendations, and complete series information. Also includes reader ratings and reviews. Create your own reading wish list.
Digital Library


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  • eBooks, Comics

  • Audiobooks, Music

  • Movies, TV shows

Welcome to Sparta Carnegie Township Library

Sparta Carnegie Township Library
80 N. UNION ST., SPARTA, MI 49345
ph: 616-887-9937
fax: 616-887-0179

Hours:
Monday: 9:00am-8:00pm
Tuesday: 9:00am-8:00pm
Wednesday: 9:00am-8:00pm
Thursday: Closed
Friday: 9:00am-5:00pm
Saturday: 9:00am-1:00pm
Sunday: Closed

Services and library hours are subject to change.  
For assistance, please call us at (616)887-9937

or email us at spa@llcoop.org


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Upcoming Events
Sparta Library Board Meetings 2023 Apr 18, 2023 06:00 PM (US/Central) — Sparta Township Library
Sparta Library Board Meetings 2023 May 16, 2023 06:00 PM (US/Central) — Sparta Township Library
Sparta Library Board Meetings 2023 Jun 20, 2023 06:00 PM (US/Central) — Sparta Township Library
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Sparta Carnegie Township Library
80 N. Union St.
Sparta, MI 49345
616-887-9937
spa@llcoop.org

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