Main Library: 1326 W. Cherry Ln. Meridian, ID 83642 (208)888-4451
Silverstone Branch: 3531 E. Overland Rd. Meridian, ID 83642 (208)884-2616
Electronic Resources and Research Databases
Meridian Library District subscribes to a number of online databases that can help you find detailed, specific information on a variety of topics, all of which has been collected and vetted by professionals. Whether your interest is academic, vocational, or personal, the following resources will provide a base of knowledge well beyond what simple internet searches can provide.
America's Newspapers provides articles from back issues of newspapers in Idaho and around the nation. Use your library card number to log on.
Auto Repair Reference
(funded by LiLI) allows you to access repair procedures, wiring diagrams, and automobile recall information. Use your library card number to log on.
CIS (Career Information System) is a tool from the Idaho Department of Labor to help you identify your ideal career, plus the education and training necessary to realize your goals.
UserID: library93 Password: usecis1
Global Road Warrior is a great resource for travel, providing facts and information on the economy, culture, and travel essentials for over 175 countries worldwide. Use your library card number to log on.
Heritage Quest
(funded by
LiLI) holds the key to your family history. Access genealogical records and historical documents to learn your ancestry. Use your library card number to log on.
Learning Express Practice Tests is a resource to help you learn new computer skills, study for standardized tests like the ACT or SAT, assist in earning your GED, prepare for Real Estate licensing, and more. Use your library card number as your user name, create a password, and download the LE media player.
LiLI is a collection of shared databases provided by Libraries Linking Idaho. The subjects range from academic, to auto repair, to art, to health--nearly every topic will find some treatment. Log in with your zip code and city to access any database.
Net Library eAudio offers downloadable audiobooks. Set up your account at the library, then search the Netlibrary catalog for books you can play on either your computer or a portable mp3 player.
NoveList is a reader's database that offers book recommendations, discussion guides, author read-alikes, and much more. Use your library card number to log on.
Reference USA is a directory of information about U. S. businesses and publicly-listed residential names and addresses. Use your library card number to log on.
Salem Health allows you to access a wide range of articles from the 3,500-page Magill's Medical Guide. Click on the Remote Access tab, then log on with your library card number.
Salem History is a searchable database of articles, historical documents, and biographies of historical figures from Salem Press. Click on the Remote Access tab, then log on with your library card number.
TumbleBooks offers a huge selection of animated storybooks that you can read with your children. Use your library card number to log on.
World Book Encyclopedia is an online version of the print encyclopedia that contains every article from its woody cousin, plus multimedia content. Use your library card number to log on.
