Online Resources
Online resources for finding books, articles, useful websites, and helpful information.
Click here to go to one site with reliable information on a number of subjects.
Know Your Elected Officials
Click on the attachment below for a listing of your elected officials, including addresses, phones numbers and emails.
Library Databases
Click here to see a list of the library's current databases.
College and Education
Go to our Teen Department for information on colleges, test preparation and job searching.
Jobs and Career
General Job Search Databases
Illinois Job Guides
Career CLICK - Information on more than 700 careers in Illinois.
Illinois Career Resource Network - Information on occupations, education, and financial aid.
Illinois Department of Employment Security
Work 4 Illinois - State of Illinois Employment site.
Specialized Job Sites
USA Jobs - The Federal Government's Official Job Site.
dice.com- Information Technology Job Board.
Occupational Outlook Handbook - Data on training, earnings, and job prospects.
snagajob.com- Source for hourly and part-time jobs.
Groove Jobs- Just type in your zipcode to find jobs on your area.
Glassdoor.com- Find information on 26,000+ companies inlcuding salaries, reviews and actual interview questions.
Resume and Interviewing Resources
Job-Interview.net- Helps you learn about different interview styles and questions.
JobStar- This site was created for Californians, but it also provides general information on resume writing, salaries, and career development.
Genealogy
General Resources
Cyndi's List - A great place to start your genealogy searching.
Genealogy Pathfinder - This pathfinder will help you find your way among the intimidating amounts of genealogy resources available in print and on the Internet.
Social Security Death Index - Search for ancestors by social security number. 
Genealogy Online- This site provides links yo genealogical collections, software, libraries, and census data.
RootsWeb- Provides access to federal and state records, mailing lists and over 500,000 surname files.
USGenWeb Project- This volunteer-run site provides links to family reunion bulletin boards, historical archives and research projects.
Library databases
With your Reddick Library card, you can also access the library's two genealogy databases:
Heritage Quest- This online database is an essential collection of unique material for both genealogical and historical researchers, with coverage dating back to the late 1700s. Researchers can use HeritageQuest Online to find their ancestors, trace their paths across
Ancestry Library - The Ancestry Library Edition collection has approximately 4,000 databases including key collections such as U.S. Federal Census images and indexes from 1790 to 1930. The Map Center contains more than 1,000 historical maps: American Genealogical Biographical Index ; Daughters of the American Revolution Lineage ;The Great Migration Begins: Immigrants to New England, 1620-1630; Social Security Death Index ; WWI Draft Registration Cards; Federal Slave Narratives; and a strong Civil War collection. This service is available in the library only. Come in and ask us about it.
Databases, Tools, and Forums
Worldwide Genealogy Top 100- Provides links to databases of surnames, vital records, military documents and other materials both free and fee based.
National Genealogical Society- With over 17,000 members, the NGS provides training, assistance, news, and other resources.
Ancestry.com- This site lists over 274 million names in 1728 databases. It contains both free and subscription-based resources.
Family Search- This database is searchable by surname, geography and other categories.
GeneaNet- An index of databases providing news and forums for both beginning and advanced genealogists.
Specialized Resources
Adoption Registry- Start looking for lost birth relatives.
AfriGeneas- A comprehensive source for research into African ancestry.
Holocaust Global Registry- A central place for anyone looking for Holocaust survivors.
Illinois & Local History
Clippings and Photos Files
Located in the library's Illinois Room are photos and documents related to Ottawa and La Salle County local history. The process of organizing these items and creating finding aids for them is an ongoing process.
Click here for a file with the currently archived items.
The Illinois Room is generally available for use during the library's operating hours. Individuals must sign in at the library service desk to access the room and its resources. Items in the collection do not circulate.
Online information about the history of Illinois and the local area.
Cindy's List- Illinois: Directory of genealogy and history websites. Also includes links for specific Illinois localities.
Illinois Digital Archives: A portal to online exhibits and collections from libraries and museums across the state. A project of the Illinois State Library. Additional online collections are searchable through the Digital Illinois catalog.
Illinois History Resource Page: Dozens of links compiled by the Illinois State Historical Society.
Reader's Advisory Websites
All Readers- Features detailed book reviews from many different genres of books. You can also enter a book review and get listed as a scholar.
Fiction DB- Everything you need to know about fiction books and authors. Only some features are free.
Gnooks- Discover new writers you will like, travel the map of literature, and discuss your favorite books and authors. 
Reader’s Robot- Tries to match your reading tastes with books in its database(s) and suggest books you might enjoy.
Taste Kid-Recommendations for music, movies and books that are similar or related to the user's preferences.
What Should I Read Next? - Enter a book you like and the site will analyze its database of real readers' favorite books (nearly 70,000 different titles so far).
Which Book- Gives readers an intuitive way to find books to match their mood.
GED/IVCC Info Online
IVCC's Adult Education Program
GED For Free- Free GED online preparation course.
GED Test Prep- GED pratice questions.
Health and Wellness
Reputable sources for information about health and medicine.
Items marked with ** require your library card number to access from home.
Healthfinder.gov: A USDHHS guide to health info.
Illinois Health and Wellness: Official guide to state government programs and resources.
- Accurate, up-to-date, comprehensive information from the US government's principal agency for cancer research.
Familydoctor.org- Award-winning, trustworthy and credible health information for parents and their children.
HIV Insite- Comprehensive and up-to-date information on HIV and AIDS treatments, prevention, and policy.
MedLine via Firstsearch**: Archives and index of articles from medical journals.
Medline Plus: A medical super-site from The National Library of Medicine and The National Institutes of Health.
NIH Senior Health: Information for older adults from The National Institutes of Health.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Health on the Net- This search engine includes a worldwide selection of medical resources.
HealthWorld Online- A "virtual health village" where you can access information, products and services, including and extensive alternative medicine section.
MayoClinic- Updated daily, this site offers articles on illnesses, drugs, first aid, and more.
Kidshealth.org- Includes articles, games and resources for parents and children.
- Find a doctor, compare hospitals or nursing homes, find medical equipment, and more and this Medicare site.
Medical Disclaimer
Medical Disclaimer
The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. All content, including text, graphics, images and information, contained on or available through this web site is for general information purposes only. Reddick Public Library District makes no representation and assumes no responsibility for the accuracy of information contained on or available through this web site, and such information is subject to change without notice. You are encouraged to confirm any information obtained from or through this web site with other sources, and review all information regarding any medical condition or treatment with your physician.
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Books, DVDs, Music
All Movie, All Music, All Game - A database of music, movies, and games.
Internet Movie Database- This award-winning movie site has all the information you need about your favorite movie or TV show.
Kids Series - A database of children's series books.
What should I read next? - Enter a book you like and the site will analyse a database of real readers' favorite books to suggest what you could read next.
Fantastic Fiction- Bibliographies for over 15,000 authors and information on over 250,000 books.
Consumer Help
Buying Guides and General Advice
Consumer Reports: A lot of free and useful information is available, but a paid subscription is required for product reviews and ratings.
Consumer Search: “Reviewing the Reviews”. Compiles and analyzes product reviews from magazines and websites.
Epinions: Products rated by the people who bought them.
Cars and Trucks
Car & Driver: Includes the magazines road test and reviews, interactive vehicle comparisons, and Kelley Blue Book Values.
Edmunds: Reviews, comparisons, price and value information, and tips for buying new and used vehicles.
The Truth about Cars: Detailed reviews written with a sense of humor.