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Articles
ProQuest Academic
Combination of several databases with over 20,000 publications that range from scholarly journals to popular magazines.
ProQuest Newsstand
Find articles from current major national and international newspapers.
Asian Life in America
Explore the experience and impact of Asian Americans as recorded by the news media, from the early 18th century to the modern era.
Indigenous Life in America
Explore the experience and impact of Indigenous Americans as recorded by the news media, from the late 17th century to today.
ProQuest Academic
Combination of several databases with over 20,000 publications that range from scholarly journals to popular magazines.
ProQuest Newsstand
Find articles from current major national and international newspapers.
Asian Life in America
Explore the experience and impact of Asian Americans as recorded by the news media, from the early 18th century to the modern era.
Indigenous Life in America
Explore the experience and impact of Indigenous Americans as recorded by the news media, from the late 17th century to today.
Publications
Access World News
A wide range of newspapers, and transcripts from radio and television news programs, from around the world.
Marin Independent Journal
Browse the image version of the Marin Independent Journal online or search full-text articles.
San Francisco Chronicle Collection
Browse the image version of the SF Chronicle online or search full-text articles.
San Francisco Community Coverage
Search current and archived issues to explore news and events from across the Bay Area.
Access World News
A wide range of newspapers, and transcripts from radio and television news programs, from around the world.
Marin Independent Journal
Browse the image version of the Marin Independent Journal online or search full-text articles.
San Francisco Chronicle Collection
Browse the image version of the SF Chronicle online or search full-text articles.
San Francisco Community Coverage
Search current and archived issues to explore news and events from across the Bay Area.
Consumer
Consumer Reports
Read issues of the Consumer Reports magazine online for expert independent product reviews and ratings.
Consumer Reports Annual Buying Guide Now Available Online
Need help deciding which product to buy? Now you can access CR's trusted annual guide online with your library card.
Genealogy
Ancestry (In-Library Access Only)
Discover your family's story. Research your genealogy through censuses, vital records, photos, maps, and more. Available only in library.
HeritageHub
Explore your family history with this collection of U.S. obituaries and death notices for in-depth genealogical research from 1704 – today.
My China Roots
Discover your family history with the world's leading Chinese genealogy website.
Resources for Genealogists
Expand your genealogical research with this list of links compiled by the National Archives.
History
Anne T. Kent California Room: Local History
Discover local history with the California Room's research guides, newsletter articles and digital collections.
Anne T. Kent California Room Digital Archive
Search or browse all collections on the California Room's Digital Archive.
The HistoryMakers
Access the largest oral history collection documenting the lives of African Americans from a broad range of backgrounds and experiences.
California Digital Newspaper Collection
Access full image scans of selected historical California newspapers from 1846 to the present, including many Marin County newspapers.
Jobs & Business
Reference Solutions - My Jobs Library
Apply to local jobs, upload resumes, match skills to openings, search business listings, conduct market research, and find consumer data.
Homework Resources
HelpNow! Free Online Tutoring On Demand
Get live online homework help from an expert tutor. For students of all ages, available in several languages.
PebbleGo Science
PebbleGo Science is a kid-friendly science discovery hub for K-2 students packed with articles and activities in English and Spanish.
Gale Presents: National Geographic Kids
Explore amazing adventures in science, nature, culture, archaeology, and space. Best for children aged 6–14.
School & Educators Complete (eBooks)
Collection of eBooks supporting multiple school subject areas. (Grades 9+)
HelpNow! Free Online Tutoring On Demand
Get live online homework help from an expert tutor. For students of all ages, available in several languages.
PebbleGo Science
PebbleGo Science is a kid-friendly science discovery hub for K-2 students packed with articles and activities in English and Spanish.
Gale Presents: National Geographic Kids
Explore amazing adventures in science, nature, culture, archaeology, and space. Best for children aged 6–14.
School & Educators Complete (eBooks)
Collection of eBooks supporting multiple school subject areas. (Grades 9+)
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