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Instructions for Databases

Northland offers library card holders access to Databases through our county eLibrary.  For information on how to access and use select Databases please see below.

To see video tutorials on a number of digital resources check out the Computer Center’s Playlist on our YouTube Page. Click HERE to access the Playlist.

Instructions By Database:
Ancestry
Auto Repair Source
Consumer Reports
CreativeBug
Find A Grave
Gale Biography in Context
Gale Contemporary Authors
Gale In Context: US History
Gale Virtual Reference Library
Gale World History
GreenFile
HealthFinder
Library Catalog Instructions
Library of Congress Prints and Photographs Online Collection
Mango Languages
Merck Manuals
Morningstar Investment Research
NovelistPlus
Occupational Outlook
Opposing Viewpoints
Select Reads
Tutor.com Walkthrough
Udemy Walkthrough

Library Hours

Regular Hours 

  • Sunday: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Monday – Thursday: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
  • Friday: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
  • Saturday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Phone
412-366-8100

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Automated renewal system
412-622-1895

Accessibility
As part of our mission, Northland provides a safe, welcoming space for all. For information on accessibility and accommodations at the library please click HERE.

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