All of the resources listed below are free to Ayer Library patrons.

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MANGO LANGUAGES

Get started on your language-learning adventure with Mango Languages. Mango is an adaptive language-learning experience that offers more than 70 courses via desktop and mobile app. All you need to get started is your library card! Log in today and tackle your next language for free.

 

KANOPY

Get free access to thousands of movies with your library card. Just click the customized Kanopy link and add your Ayer Library card number and PIN to get started.

 

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Genealogy/Historical Resources

 

AYER LIBRARY COMMUNITY ARCHIVE

Digitized versions of local papers, dating back to as early as 1869, featuring the Turners Public Spirit, Public Spirit, The Weekly Public Spirit, Groton Public Spirit, and the Public Spirit. Funding for the Community Archive was made possible by Community Preservation Funding through the Town of Ayer.

 

ANCESTRY.COM LIBRARY EDITION

Research your family history through census, land, military, and birth records. There are billions of records and documents at your disposal. This database is accessible through Ayer Library computers only. View Ancestry.com tutorial here.

 

FOLD3

An Ancestry database that provides access to military records and documents. This database is accessible through Ayer Library computers only. View Fold3 tutorial here.

 

NEWSPAPERS.COM

A digital collection of past issues of newspapers from Northeastern states including local papers like the Lowell Sun, the Fitchburg Sentinel, and the Boston Globe. This database is accessible through Ayer Library computers only.

 

DIGITAL SANBORN MAPS

A digital collection of Massachusetts town maps spanning the years 1867 to 1970. This database is accessible through Ayer Library computers only.

 

MASS. DIGITAL LIBRARY COLLECTIONS

Libraries and organizations throughout Massachusetts and the U.S. are working together to make the resources of libraries, archives, and museums freely available to the public. Here you can find historical records and maps, works of art and culture, and research and scientific data.

 

THE BOSTON GLOBE

Full text of The Boston Globe from 1980-present.

 

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How-To Guides

NICHE ACADEMY

An online service that offers tutorials on popular websites and applications like Ancestry.com, Gale databases, various social media outlets, and Libby.

 

LEARN IT LIVE

Enhance your wellness practices and personal development with hundreds of expert-led live classes covering topics like meditation, parenting and spirituality. Available through Libby under EXTRAS.

 

ARTISTWORKS

Get ready to strike a chord with these self-paced online music lessons by ArtistWorks taught by the masters. Players of all levels will improve skills, get feedback, and practice with purpose. Available through Libby under Extras.

 

CRAFTSY

Stop dreaming and start making with access to fun, creative classes through Craftsy where you can express yourself through cooking, drawing, knitting, quilting, and more! Available through Libby under Extras.

 

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Education and Research

CONSUMER REPORTS

Get access to expert and unbiased ratings of over 5,000 products, plus expert buying advice, product comparisons, and user reviews. When logging in, your “Patron ID” is your library card barcode number. View the Consumer Reports tutorial here.

 

THE GREAT COURSES

This collection includes more than 250 courses, led by the world’s top experts, covering a broad range of subjects, such as science, mathematics, philosophy, history, literature, fine arts, music, travel, business, and personal development. Available through Libby under EXTRAS.

 

METHOD LEARNING

Get into the school of your dreams! Improve ACT & SAT scores & make it happen with Method Learning’s self-paced online lessons. Available through Libby under EXTRAS.

 

UNIVERSAL CLASS

Learn something new today! With Universal Class, you have free access to 500+ online courses with CEU credits available! Available  through Libby under EXTRAS.

 

WORLD BOOK

This online encyclopedia is useful for students and families. Log in with your library card barcode.

 

GALE DATABASES

Find information on a wide range of topics through Gale databases. Databases are organized by subject and age level. Browse through the list of available databases or search by subject.

View Gale Search Tools tutorial.

View Gale Virtual Reference Library tutorial here.

 

ONEFILE: NEWS

Regional, national, and international newspapers.

 

MEDLINE PLUS

An excellent source of health information from the world’s largest medical library, the National Library of Medicine. Health professionals and consumers alike can depend on it for information that is authoritative and up-to-date.

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Entertainment

INDIEFLIX

Stream classic and contemporary features, award-winning shorts, film festival favorites, and documentaries from around the world. Available through Libby under EXTRAS.

 

QELLO CONCERTS

Stream the world’s largest collection of on-demand full-length music performances, concert films, and music documentaries. Available through Libby under EXTRAS.

 

NOVELIST PLUS

Find your next great read with Novelist Plus! Book recommendations and read-a-likes based on interest, subject, title, author, and reading level.  View NoveList Plus tutorial here

 

BOOKBROWSE

Find your next great read with this interactive magazine for booklovers. Browse by genre, time period, geographical setting, and theme. Handpicked “If you like this, try these” recommendations for thousands of authors and books. Resources for book clubs including recommended reads by theme, reading guides & online book club discussions. One-click links to the CW/MARS library catalog to check if the book is available.

 

WOWBRARY

Receive weekly alerts about the Ayer Library’s newest books, movies, and music.