Resources

The Pontiac Free Library has numerous resources both online and in person! Including virtual Reference and various computer classes.

CATALOGS

As a member of Ocean State Libraries, we have two catalogs available for patrons to use. Both catalogs have the same information just a different structure.

CLASSIC CATALOG

EZONE - DIGITAL DOWNLOADS

ENCORE CATALOG

DATABASES

Reference resource center. Includes World Book Encyclopedia, EBSCO magazine articles, A – Z Business Databases, and more.

VISIT ASKRI

Explore and stay informed on local and national topics, people and events.

NEWSBANK

Improve your career skills or learn something new with Udemy courses.

Gale Presents: Udemy

Explore your family history with the premier collection of U.S. obituaries and death notices for in-depth genealogical research from 1824 – today.

HERTIAGEHUB

American and global news sources which includes over 400 current and historical Black publications.

Black Life

Free driver education resource.

DRIVER'S ED

Learn a new language! Including Spanish, French, German, Brazilian Portuguese, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese, and even Pirate!

MANGO

Explore Rhode Island history through local news, events and people with the Providence Journal Collection. Search current and archived issues.

Providence Journal

Warwick Beacon

FREE TAX HELP

Need help with your income tax forms but can’t afford an accountant?
Visit the IRS Free Tax Return Preparation page at https://www.irs.gov/individuals/free-tax-return-preparation-for-you-by-volunteers