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Searches of the web return Wikipedia as one of the first sites to check. At the same time, there are questions about how “true” entries in the “people’s encyclopedia” are.

Researchers don’t always have time to check a printed encyclopedia to verify facts. What else can you do?

If you are not ready to trust Wikipedia, try using MARVEL!.

MARVEL offers Encyclopedia Britannica in a variety of editions: School for grades k-12, Public Library and Academic. You can find any of the editions under B or under "Dictionaries & Encyclopedias" on the left side.

Old favorites in a new format - one more example of the power of MARVEL!

Resources

Here is a sampling of Maine library-related information available on the Web.

Friends of Maine Libraries

The Friends of Maine Libraries provides support and resources to local library Friends groups.

Gateway to Digital Collections

Special collections of the University of Maine libraries are available to the general public, with some restriction.

Maine InfoNet

Maine InfoNet is a digital library supported by the Maine State Library and the University of Maine.

Maine State Library

The purpose of the Maine State Library is to lead in efforts that will provide, broaden, and improve access to information regardless of locations or residency of individual citizens.

MaineCat Statewide Catalog

The MaineCat Statewide Catalog links many Maine libraries enabling you to borrow books and other library materials through interlibrary loan

MARVEL!: Maine's Virtual Library.

A free online research tool for Maine citizens. Thousands of journals and other materials are available for use both in libraries, schools, and homes.

Public Service Announcements

The past Maine Libraries campaign created six public service announcements intended for radio play at any time to promote libraries. If you have contacts with a local radio station, please encourage them to use the PSAs.

Wi-Fi Hotspots

A list of Maine libraries offering wireless Internet.