We suggest these websites as reliable and valuable resources as you start your Internet searches. Select a subject heading below to reveal the related websites.
A Beautiful Mess
A blog highlighting décor, crafts, recipes, and style.
AARP
AARP is the nation’s largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to empowering Americans 50 and older to choose how they live as they age.
AARP Driver Safety Program
Locate the AARP Smart Driver Course near you. Course is designed for drivers aged 50 and up.
AARP Tax-Aide
Free tax assistance provided by volunteers for seniors.
Abbreviation Dictionary
Directory and search engine for acronyms, abbreviations and initialisms.
Academy of Achievement
Biographies of “the extraordinary leaders, the visionaries and the pioneers who have helped shape our world.”
Academy of American Poets
Poem-a-day, texts, videos, essays, and teaching materials.
Academy of Country Music
ACM award nominees, winners, and country music news, audio and video.
Acronym Finder
Dictionary of acronyms, abbreviations, and initialisms.
ACT
Official site of the ACT test includes test dates, and the ability to create an online account for registration, printing admission ticket, and submitting scores. Practice questions and tips included.
Administration on Aging
The Administration for Community Living was created around the fundamental principle that older adults and people of all ages with disabilities should be able to live where they choose, with the people they choose, and with the ability to participate fully in their communities.
Adopt-a-Pet
Works with humane societies, shelters, rescue organizations, adoption groups, SPCA groups and individuals looking to re-home their pets.
Affordable Care Act
Information collected by the NJ State Library on the ACA.
African-American History (InfoBase Learning)
Features thousands of cross-referenced entries, covering the entire spectrum of African-American history over the past 500 years. You will need your library card number.
All About Birds
Online guide to birds and bird watching. Includes ID tips, sound and video for over 200 species.
Allrecipes
Comprehensive site with Special Diet, World Cuisine, Holiday, and more. Well-organized and easy to use.
Alzheimer’s Association
Comprehensive information on Alzheimer’s disease-diagnosis, treatment, and research. Includes support for caregivers
American Cancer Society
The American Cancer Society provides information on the diagnosis and treatment of the disease. Written for the consumer.
American Diabetes Association
User friendly site of the American Diabetes Association, providing support and information on living with the condition.
American Heart Association
Information on heart disease and health for patients, caregivers and educators from the American Heart Association.
American History (InfoBase Learning)
Spans more than 500 years of political, military, social, and cultural history to cover the American experience. You will need your library card number.
American Indian History (InfoBase Learning)
Offers fast access to more than 600 Native American groups and over 15,000 years of American Indian culture and history. You will need your library card number.
American Psychological Association – Parenting Resources
Resources on parenting practices.
American Rhetoric
A database of speeches organized by alphabetically by speaker’s first name.
American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA)
Dedicated to the prevention of animal cruelty in the United States.
American Society of Appraisers
Visit this site to find an expert appraiser in your area. Search for appraisers by their specialty. Also explains the credentials of the appraisers, continuing education ,and how to become a member.
Ancient and Medieval History (InfoBase Learning)
Presents the full scope of world history from prehistory through the 1500s, with special topic centers on key civilizations and regions. You will need your library card number.
Animal Diversity Web
Includes general information about all species of the animal kingdom.
Antiques and the Arts Weekly
Free online access to the nation’s leading weekly publication on the Antiques and Arts Trade. In addition, offers a calendar of events, free online newsletter, and searchable listings of auctions, estate sales, antique shows, galleries, and museum shows.
Art History Resources
Well-structured overview of art history from ancient times to 21st century; time line, searchable by country and genre. Contains Western, African, Chinese, Japanese, Indian artists and images.
Artcyclopedia
A search engine for locating artists, art news, museums, masterpieces, galleries, and more.
arXiv.org
Open access collection of scholarly articles about physics, mathematics, computer science, quantitative biology and other topics maintained by Cornell University Library.
Atlantic County
Information about government, activities, county news, visitors and employment.
Attachment Parenting International
An organization that supports attachment parenting, and gives information and tools regarding concepts and insights on attachment parenting.
Author-ized!
All about authors, including videos, BCCLS-hosted interviews, and more.
Babycenter
Expert advice on pregnancy and parenting topics.
BandMusic PDF Library
Free printable sheet music.
BBC News Country Profiles
Features full profiles that provide an instant guide to history, politics and economic background of countries and territories, and background on key institutions.
BBC-A History of the World
This site uses objects to tell a history of the world. You’ll find 100 objects from the British Museum and hundreds more from museums and people across the UK.
Bergen County
Information about government structure, services, residents, visitors, business.
Bergen County Municipalities
List of local municipalities within Bergen County and their websites.
Better Business Bureau
You can use this site to check out a charity or business or file a complaint.
Big Cat Rescue
An animal sanctuary in Hillsborough County, Florida, which rescues and houses exotic cats, and rehabilitates injured or orphaned native wild cats.
BigCharts from MarketWatch
Investment charting and research site with historical quotes. Links to Wall Street Journal and Barron’s online editions.
Billboard 200
This week’s top selling albums across all genres, ranked by sales data compiled by Nielsen SoundScan.
Biographical Directory of the Library of Congress
Online biographies of members of Congress.
Biography Channel
The official website of the Biography Channel.
Bloom’s Literature (InfoBase Learning)
Information about authors, works of literature, and literary characters. Library card number required.
Bloomberg
World Business and financial market news, stock information and personal finance advice. Watch and listen to Bloomberg TV, and radio live.
Book Clubbing
Your book club kickstarter – author bios, Q&A, book recommendations, and more!
Breastfeeding
Information and resources about breastfeeding from the Office on Women’s Health.
Bring Fido
One of the most comprehensive dog travel directories around and has helped over half of a million people travel successfully with their pet.
Broadway
Tickets and information on Broadway and major Off-Broadway shows.
Bureau of Labor Statistics
Consumer Price Index (CPI) and employment statistics from the federal government.
Burlington County
Information about government, services, departments, business and community information.
Camden County
List of events, government, theatre, arts, events, services and government departments.
Cape May County
Information about employment, government, services, community, and the county library.
Carfax
Information on all used cars and light trucks model year 1981 or later. Includes tips and advice on car buying, maintenance, safety, technology, and selling your car. It also offers vehicle history reports, but they are not free as this is a premium access feature.
CDC Travel Advisories
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention gives advice on vaccines, as well as disease prevention tips for different countries.
Centers for Disease Control-Covid-19 Information
Information on Covid-19.
Charity Navigator
A national service that evaluates charities of all types.
Charity Watch
An independent and assertive charity watchdog evaluating and rating nonprofits.
CharityWatch
America’s most independent, assertive charity watchdog.
Child Development
Resources provided by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Child Welfare Information Gateway
A service of the Children’s Bureau, Administration for Children and Families, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, that provides access to print and electronic publications, websites, databases, and online learning tools for improving child welfare practice, including resources that can be shared with families.
Children’s Health
Comprehensive information on children’s health and wellness.
Choral Public Domain Library
Free printable sheet music.
Christie’s
One of the premiere organizations that offers auctions and private sales of fine art, antiques, jewelry, wine, and more. Look up what items sold at auctions and search for appraisers.
City-Data
Analyzes information from public and private sources to create detailed profiles of every city and town in the US. Includes financial, education, weather, demographics, crime, and more. Includes forums.
Classical-music.com
The official website of BBC Music Magazine.
CNBC.com
Includes news, analysis, feature articles, and data on stocks, funds, bonds, and financial markets.
CNet
Tech product reviews, forums, how-tos, videos, and more.
CNN Money
Provides links to Fortune, Money and Fortune Small Business magazines, as well as for CNN’s business coverage of financial, business, and industry-specific news for U.S. and world markets.
College Affordability and Transparency Center
A tool from the U.S. Department of Education about college costs.
College Affordability Guide
This site provides information and advice regarding options students have to reduce the cost of their degree. “Affordability Scores” for the colleges are also provided.
College and University Rankings
This site maintained by the University of Illinois provides an annotated guide to the many college ranking lists for both graduate and undergraduate colleges and universities. Includes a “Caution & Controversy” section detailing and questioning the methods, validity, and value of the various lists – or indeed of any list. Also provides lists by subject and discipline.
College Navigator
Good college selection site based using information from the National Center for Education Statistics. Select for state, degree, programs/major, setting, test scores, tuition, and more. Links to preparing for college, financial aid, and career planning.
CollegeBoard
Information about the SAT and Subject tests, including practice, dates, and sign up. Also information on colleges, majors, and financial aid.
Common Sense Media
Offers reviews and recommendations for parents on all types of media
Community College Finder
Find information about community colleges.
Conde Naste Traveler
Get the latest travel news, guides, tips and ideas. See photos and slideshows of the most beautiful places, best vacation spots and places to visit.
Congress.gov
Legislative information from the Library of Congress. Includes bills and resolutions, access to the Congressional Record, treaties and committee reports. Resources for teachers.
Consumer Product Information Database
Currently links over 12,000 consumer brands to health effects and educates consumers about chemical ingredients of household products.
Consumer Protection Publications from the U.S. Government
This site includes publications on cars, computers, travel etc. You can download a copy of the Consumer Action Handbook from this site.
Consumer Reports Magazine via EBSCO
Consumer Reports is the largest, most trusted independent product testing organization in the world. They accept no advertising, pay for all the products they test, and, as a not for profit organization, they have no shareholders. Full text, 1991 to present. From home, login with your library card number.
Consumer World
Includes consumer news, scam alerts and information on bargains for services and products.
Consumer.gov
Offers basic information and guides on consumer protection. Money management, credit,loans, and debt, scams and identity theft. Toolbox section includes videos. Very accessible.
ConsumerReports.org
Access the full ConsumerReports.org website including all reviews, articles, etc. Login with your library card number and then click on the icon to enter the full Consumer Reports website.
Contemporary Authors (Gale)
Author biographies and criticism, specifically on contemporary authors. Library card number required.
Convert Me
Easy conversion of weights and measures.
Cook’s Thesaurus
An encyclopedia of cooking.
Cooking with Kids
Get the little ones involved in the kitchen with simple, kid-friendly recipes and ideas.
Core Documents of the United States
The United States Constitution, Bill of Rights and other crucial documents can be found here.
Cornell College Partners in Animal Health
Run by faculty and animal experts affiliated with Cornell University. The site is lauded for its educational materials for veterinarians and pet owners.
Cornell University Law School: Legal Information Institute
Not-for profit providing access to laws online, including U.S. Code, Federal Rules, state statutes and international law, as well as free legal documents by state. Resources for locating a lawyer and legal encyclopedia.
Crackle
Video entertainment network featuring full-length movies, TV shows, and original programming.
Crunchyroll
Streaming anime, manga and dorama.
Cumberland County
List of history, departments, services, business and tourism.
Cyndi’s List
Cyndi’s List has been a trusted genealogy research site for more than 25 years. Cyndi’s List is free for everyone to use and it is meant to be your starting point when researching online.
Data Science Programs
Information on various Data Science programs and degrees by level.
Department of Commerce Country Commercial Guides
Find countries’ commercial environments, using economic, political, and market analysis.
Dictionary (Merriam-Webster)
Provides definitions, parts of speech, synonyms, origins of words and rhyming words, as well as a medical dictionary and concise encyclopedia.
Digital History
Textbook, primary source, and multimedia American history resources.
Digital Public Library of America
The Digital Public Library of America brings together the riches of America’s libraries, archives, and museums, and makes them freely available to the world.
Digital Vaults
The National Archives Experience: Digital Vaults is an interactive exploration of history that examines thousands of documents, photographs, and pieces of history that have been integrated in a digital format.
Discover Jersey Arts
A central clearinghouse of information on the New Jersey cultural scene, including an event search for programs of all sorts within the state.
Distracted Driving
Statistics, regulations, and general information about distracted driving for adults and teens.
DoctorFinder (American Medical Association)
Directory of AMA member doctors.
Dogster
Educates, informs, and encourages visitors on how to best care for their dog.
Dogtime
Covers all things dog including current events in canine culture to advice and insight.
Driving Tests
Practice tests for cars, motorcycles, and commercial licenses. Online driver’s manuals and FAQ section for DMV-related questions.
Duolingo
Free language learning platform offers many languages on the web, Android, iOS, and Windows. Claims that 34 hours of independent study on Duolingo is the equivalent of one semester of college language class.
Eating Well
Magazine website devoted to healthy eating. Good recipes including vegan, gluten free, diabetic, and more.
Ebola
Fact sheet provided by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention concerning the Ebola Virus Disease.
Edmunds
Helps shoppers compare and price new and used vehicles.
End of Life and Palliative Care
Includes forms and FAQ concerning advance directives (New Jersey) such as a durable power of attorney for health care and a living will. Also contains information regarding hospice. Provided by the NJ. Department of Health.
ePermitTest
Free New Jersey driver practice permit test with sample questions that are highly similar or identical to those on the real MVC permit test, so you are fully prepared for your visit. The only thing that is missing at ePermitTest.com is a scowling DMV clerk!
Epicurious
Food community with extensive recipe, menu, article, cookbook, and video collections. Partners with Bon Appetit and (the now defunct) Gourmet magazines. Content is free and available, but free membership required for interactivity, plus extra features such as recipe box.
Essex County
Information about government structure, services, departments, events. Also lists municipalities and their websites.
Etymology Dictionary
Online etymology dictionary providing origins and derivations of English words. Includes related terms for alternate meanings.
Extreme Science
World records of science. The biggest, baddest and best and the science behind each.
Family Search
Large, free genealogy research database.
FARE: Food Allergy Research & Education
Food Allergy Research & Education (FARE) works on behalf of the 15 million Americans with food allergies, including all those at risk for life-threatening anaphylaxis.
FARE: Food Allergy Research and Education
An organization dedicated to food allergy research, that provides resources regarding food allergies.
Federal (IRS)
Forms and information about federal taxes.
Federal Trade Commission – Consumer Information
This site is a separate section of the main Federal Trade commission site and offers information on Money & Credit, Houses & Mortgages, Health & Fitness, Jobs & Making Money, and Privacy & Identity. It also offers options to file a complaint, register for the do not call list, and report identity theft.
FEMA’s Flood Map Service Center
Use the MSC to find your official flood map, access a range of other flood hazard products, and take advantage of tools for better understanding flood risk.
FinAid
Comprehensive site on all aspects of financial aid; scholarships, loans, applying for financial aid, saving for college, calculators, and more.
FindLaw: Find a Lawyer
A national directory of lawyers with detailed profiles.
Findlegalhelp.org
Offers help with finding a lawyer, using a lawyer and understanding the law. Provided as a public service by the American Bar Association’s Division for Legal Services.
Fodor’s Travel
In depth travel guides for worldwide destinations. Includes photo galleries and blog.
Folger Digital Texts
Read or download the accurate Folger Shakespeare with notes, synopses. Attractive and searchable. Includes the Complete Shakespeare plays and poetry.
Food & Wine
Website of magazine. Free access to recipes, instructional cooking videos, ratings & reviews, pairing of food, wine, and spirits. Free membership for interactivity separate from magazine subscription.
Food Network
Website of the TV network and magazine. Free access to recipes, instructional videos, current year’s episodes of shows featuring Food Network chefs: Ina Garten, Rachael Ray, Giada, the Neelys, and more. Free membership for interactivity and more content.
Food Safety
U.S. government information on food safety, including recalls and alerts.
Food.com
Food community with surprisingly extensive and multicultural reader-submitted recipes. Free content, plus free membership for interactivity.
Foodsafety
Federal food safety information.
Frommer’s
All inclusive destination guides including travel news and deals.
Fuel Economy Guide
Official U.S. government source for fuel economy information.
Fun New Jersey: NJ Theater and Play Information
Comprehensive and complete up-to-date information about NJ playhouses and NJ theatre.
Gale Literary Index
The index combines and cross-references more than 130,000 author names, including pseudonyms and variant names, and more than 140,000 titles. Library card number required.
Garden State Multiple Listing Service
Multiple listing service for New Jersey Real Estate
GCF Learn Free: Computers
Online tutorials for learning computer basics from the Goodwill Community Foundation.
Genealogy.com
Free genealogy resources from Ancestry.com.
Gloucester County
Information about department agencies, history , alerts, officials, directory and services.
GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test)
Official website for the GMAT. Information about the test and registration, free downloadable study software. Many other materials available for a fee.
Google Books
Search books that are no longer covered by copyright, or the publisher has given permission for inclusion. The result might be a preview of the book, and in some cases the entire text. If it’s in the public domain, you’re free to download a PDF copy.
Government Printing Office
Provides free online access to official publications from all three branches of the federal government. Includes tutorials on how to search the Federal Depository System.
GRE (Graduate Record Exam)
Test centers, dates, preparation including complete sample tests for GRE and GRE subject exams.
Green File
Well-researched information covering all aspects of human impact on the environment. Library card number required.
Guide to Law Online
Prepared by the Law Library of Congress, a portal of web sites on government and law by region, U.S. State or country.
Health Reference Center (InfoBase Learning)
This database includes more than 550 educational videos on a wide range of health topics, more than 1,100 searchable and browsable color illustrations, and a “Health in the News” section.
Healthy Children
Health resources provided by the American Academy of Pediatrics and member physicians.
HeritageQuest Online
One of the most valuable services available today for anyone researching ancestry in the United States. Search, view and print U.S. federal census records from 1790 through 1930, over 25,000 family and local history books and more.
Historical Society of Old Randolph
Formed in 1979, the Historical Society of Old Randolph (HSOR) is a non-profit organization created to promote and preserve the unique heritage of Randolph Township. It meets each month to plan activities, discuss projects, and share stories about Randolph’s past.
History Channel
General information on World and American history including articles and video content.
History Channel
General information on World and American history including articles and video content.
History of Royal Women
An interesting website chock full of facts about royal women.
HomeFair
This site is a partner of the American Moving & Storage Association. It provides the resources and tools needed to manage all stages of the relocation process
Hostelling International USA
Non-profit group that promotes hostelling.
Hotel Guides
View maps and get directions.
How a Car Works
A lot of people love driving and for a good driver, it is important to have basic knowledge about his/her machine. This website will help you in understanding each and every part of your car and how it actually works.
How Far Is It?
Find out the distance between (almost) any two places in the world.
How Stuff Works
Explains thousands of topics including science, technology, and electronics.
Hudson County
Information about government structure, services, departments, events.
Hudson County Municipalities
List of local municipalities within Hudson County and their websites.
Hunterdon County
List of local municipalities within Hunterdon county, employment opportunities, programs, departments and services.
Idiom Site
Definitions for a limited list of every day idioms in common use.
IndieWire
Film and television news, reviews, interviews, global festival coverage and more.
Infoplease
Biographies of historically and culturally important figures organized alphabetically.
Insurance Institute for Highway Safety
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) is an independent, nonprofit scientific and educational organization dedicated to reducing the losses – deaths, injuries and property damage – from crashes on the nation’s roads.
Internet Archive
Offers more than 15,000,000 freely downloadable books and texts. They also encourage our global community to contribute physical items, as well as uploading digital materials directly to the Internet Archive.
Internet Broadway Database (IBDB)
Official database for Broadway theatre information. Provides records of productions from the beginnings of New York theatre until today.
Internet Movie Database
Comprehensive details on movies, actors, directors, etc.
IRS Forms & Pubs
Forms and publications for federal taxes for both individuals and businesses.
Justia.com
Focused on making primary legal materials and community resources free and easy to find on the Internet. The company provides Internet users with free case law, codes, regulations, legal articles and legal blog and twitterer databases, as well as additional community resources.
Kelley Blue Book
Vehicle valuation used by banks, car dealers, and insurance companies.
Kids Health
The Parenting section of the #1 most-visited website for children’s health and development.
Kids in Mind
Gives details on violence, sexuality, language, and drug use in films, allowing parents to make informed decisions on what their children can watch.
Kiplinger Online
Check the latest news, get stock quotes, and compare mutual funds.
KITCHN
Follows current trends in cooking, baking, and healthy living. Includes recipes, meal planning, instructional videos, product reviews, and kitchen design.
Kosher.com
Thousands of kosher recipes, videos, articles, and tips. Holiday cooking
Kovels
The go to source for information on antiques and collectibles. Must subscribe for premium content but prices, marks and other resources are free content.
Lawyers.com: Find a Lawyer
Search for a lawyer by name or location and legal issue. Lawyer profiles, client reviews and ratings provided by Martindale-Hubbell, a legal source for over 140 years.
Legal Services of New Jersey
Information for low income people in need of free legal services.
Letters of Note
A compulsive collection of the world’s most entertaining, inspiring and powerful letters. Includes letters by Michelangelo, Salvador Dali, Martin Scorsese, Henry Matisse, Mick Jagger, Vincent van Gogh & many more.
Library of Congress Country Studies
Electronic versions of 80 books previously published in hard copy as part of the Country Studies Series by the Federal Research Division. Includes books on countries that no longer exist, such as East Germany, Czechoslovakia, and the Soviet Union.
Library of Congress Digital Collections
Primary and secondary source materials, recordings, images, prints, maps, sheet music documenting the history of the United States.
Library of Congress Digital Collections in Music Division
Digital collections consist of selected materials with accompanying essays that contextualize and discuss their contents. Several digital collections include materials relevant to film music, such as scores, photographs, correspondence, and audiovisual clips.
Lifehacker
Lifehacker is a hub of productivity tips, tricks, and downloads. It’s basically an archive of all the information it would be incredibly useful to know, but nobody ever really teaches you. Aside from productivity, they also cover topics such as money-saving tips, clever uses for household items, and so on.
Literary Reference Center (EBSCO)
Information about authors, works of literature and literary characters, as well as definitions of literary terms and movements, and images of authors. Also includes streaming full-length videos of nearly 100 famous productions of classic plays. Library card number required.
Live Science
News articles and reviews on science topics in the natural and technological worlds.
Living Well Spending Less
Suggestions to help you to live life on a budget and yet have a good lifestyle.
Lonely Planet
All encompassing travel planner with themed travel and forums.
Love to Know
Advice on beauty and fashion, health, entertainment, home and garden, technology money and lifestyle and more.
LSAT (Law School Admission Test)
Registration, test dates and locations, free sample questions with explanations, free sample test.
LSNJLAW
Provides legal forms, videos and easy to read general information on New Jersey laws and resources. In English and Spanish. Website is maintained by the Legal Services of New Jersey.
ManyBooks
Books that can be read on most of the reading platforms like eReaders, Kindle, iPads, and Nooks.
Marketwatch.com
Financial gateway for the individual investor with information on stocks, bonds, mutual funds, money markets, etc.
Martha Stewart Living
The online presence of the popular TV shows/magazine. The food page has many recipes and videos.
Mayo Clinic
Provides information on conditions, treatments, and medical research, including clinical trials.
Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC)
Presents a wide range of programs that entertain, enrich, and educate the diverse population of the region and enhance the economic vitality of Northern New Jersey.
Megan’s Law New Jersey Sex Offender Internet Registry
Use this site to check if there are any registered sex offenders in an area.
Mercer County
List of community, tourism, government,boards and commission and employment opportunities.
Merck Manuals
Contains Professional and Consumer versions, plus the Merck Veterinary Manual. Includes information on medical conditions, symptoms, medications, and normal laboratory test values. Also an extensive resource list.
Merriam Webster Dictionary
Dictionary, Thesaurus, Word of the Day, games, grammar, videos.
Metacritic
Aggregator of reviews for movies, TV, music, and games into a single rating or metascore. Individual professional and lay reviews available, as well as new and upcoming releases, and release dates.
Metropolitan Museum of Art
The Metropolitan Museum’s informative website.
Middlesex County
List of services, events, government, tourism, business and history.
Mint
Advice and tools to help you make smart financial decisions.
Modern World History (InfoBase Learning)
Covers the broad expanse of world history from the mid-15th century to the present, featuring thousands of documents, articles, timelines, images, videos, and maps. You will need your library card number.
Monmouth County
List of employment, government, departments, services, tourism, current news.
Morris County
Information about government structure, services, departments and events. Also lists programs and the latest news.
Morris County Historical Society
They preserve and promote the history of Morris County.
Motley Fool
Personal finance site that is both informative and entertaining.
Musescore
Score sharing platform.
Mutopia Project
Editable classical and contemporary music.
Mutual Fund Education Center
Get news on funds, build your own portfolio and plan your retirement.
My Recipes
Easy recipes with plentiful information. Includes sections on Healthy Recipes, World Cuisine, and Special Diets including Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten Free, Low Carb, and more.
NADA Guides
Source of information on buying, selling and business decisions about vehicle transactions.
Nat Geo Wild
One of the most popular sources for animal programming. Largely reality tv based, they offer a myriad of programming appealing to all ages. Some of their most popular shows are easily accessed through the Nat Geo Wild YouTube page.
National Aeronautics and Space Administration NASA
Current information and news about space missions, past and present. Includes images, video and interactive features.
National Archives
The National Archives is the U.S. Government’s collection of documents that records important events in American history. The National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) is the Government agency that preserves and maintains these materials and makes them available for research.
National Archives Resources for Genealogists
Articles, tips, and tools for online genealogy research.
National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health
Reliable information on complementary and alternative medicine from the National Institutes of Health.
National Center for Education Statistics
Information about individual public and private schools and colleges, and libraries throughout the US. Includes school characteristics, demographics, enrollment by grade in an easily accessible format.
National Center for Fathering
Nonprofit organization that provides training, tools and resources to inspire and equip fathers and father figures to be actively engaged in their children’s lives. Their website provides articles and videos on a number of topics related to fatherhood. Also, available sign up for weekly emails that offer fathering tips, ideas and inspiration.
National Do Not Call Registry
Consumers may register a phone number, verify that a number is registered, or submit a complaint.
National Gallery of Art
Features over 100 images from the Gallery’s collection, along with basic information on the works.
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
The go-to source for information about traffic laws, vehicle safety, and driving safety. Visitors can also search for recalls and file vehicle safety complaints.
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases-Covid-19 Information
Information on Covid-19.
National Museum of American History
In addition to museum information, this site has information on may topics, online exhibits and activities.
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)
Information on the condition of the oceans and the atmosphere, climate and weather.
National Register of Historic Places
Maintained by the National Park Service, this website includes sample travel itineraries, monthly online exhibits, and teaching resources.
National Senior Citizens Law Center
The National Senior Citizens Law Center is a non-profit organization whose principal mission is to protect the rights of low-income older adults.
National Stepfamily Resource Center
The NSRC, a division of Auburn University’s Center for Children, Youth, and Families (CCYF), serves as a clearinghouse of information, linking family science research on stepfamilies and best practices in work with couples and children in stepfamilies.
Nature.com
Online magazine covering a wide range of science and medical topics. Browse by topic or by publication.
New Jersey Arts Council: Resources
Provides links to national and regional resources, New Jersey state and local resources, county arts agencies, and other related organizations.
New Jersey Bar Association
Resources for people looking for information about a specific lawyer as well as resources for practicing attorneys.
New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development
Information for job seekers, employers, unemployed, and disabled.
New Jersey Digital Highway
A collaboration between Rutgers University Libraries, The New Jersey State Library, The New Jersey Division of Archives and Records Management, The New Jersey Historical Society, and the American Labor Museum, NJDH serves as a portal for digital historical and cultural resources.
New Jersey Healthcare Profile
Find a NJ medical doctor, podiatrist or optometrist. Profiles developed by the Division of Consumer Affairs in consultation with the State Board of Medical Examiners and the State Board of Optometrists.
New Jersey Historical Society
The New Jersey Historical Society collects, preserves, teaches and interprets New Jersey history through their archives, research library and educational programs.
New Jersey Jazz List
Search here for jazz events in NJ, NY and Philadelphia.
New Jersey Parent Caucus
Trainings for parents and caregivers of youth with special emotional and behavioral needs.
New Jersey Small Business Development Center
Resources, information, and training on starting, and growing a small business.
New Jersey State Archives
Access to historic documents including images, genealogical collections, and digital exhibits.
New Jersey State Covid-19 Information Hub
Information on Covid-19.
New Jersey State Historic Sites
information on state owned historic sites that everyone can visit.
New Jersey State Legislature
Information on the New Jersey Constitution, legislative activity, committees, bill search, legislator directories, budget information, as well as links to Democratic and Republican staff offices.
New Jersey State Library Covid-19 Information
A comprehensive selection of related resources developed by the New Jersey State Library.
New Jersey Theatre Alliance
Professional and community theatres throughout NJ.
New Scientist
Science news and articles on space, technology, health, economics and genetics from the New Scientist magazine.
New York State Physician Profile
Find a NY doctor.
Newark Public Library Guide to Literary Analysis and Criticism
A selection of authoritative websites for those looking for literary criticism.
Newark Public Library Guide to Writing
A guide to useful sites with writing tips, citation guides, and publishing advice.
NJ Air Quality
Check NJ air quality.
NJ Chamber of Commerce Directory
Addresses and phone numbers of local chambers.
NJ Core Curriculum Content Standards
Explains educational expectations by grade level as per Core Curriculum.
NJ Division of Consumer Affairs
Provides consumer information regarding autos, charities, cyber fraud, etc. Also provides forms for registering consumer complaints.
NJ Doctor List
Information on NJ doctors collected by the State of NJ.
NJ Driver Manual
The complete text of the the New Jersey Driver’s Manuals for cars, trucks, motorcycles, boats, etc. in pdf format. Included are requirements for obtaining a NJ license, driver’s test information, and rules of the road.
NJ Healthcare Profile
Find a NJ Medical Doctor, Podiatrist or Optometrist. Profiles developed by the Division of Consumer Affairs in consultation with the State Board of Medical Examiners and the State Board of Optometrists.
NJ Hopeline
Healthcare professionals say we are all experiencing a grieving process right now…isolation, loss of people, loss of social interaction. Even if you are not experiencing extreme distress, you can find support.
NJ Medicaid
Information concerning eligibility for and health care benefits provided by NJ Medicaid.
NJ Motor Vehicle Commission
To renew registration, pay fees, change address, order specialized license plates and look up agency locations and hours.
NJ Parent Link
This website highlights NJ State services and resources for parents. Some Federal and Community resources are included.
NJ School Performance Report
These reports are designed to inform parents, educators and communities about how well a school is performing and preparing its students for college and careers.
NJ State
Forms and information about NJ state taxes.
NJ.gov – Grants, Financial Aid, and Scholarships
Information on financial support for New Jersey students.
NOLO Legal Dictionary
A dictionary of legal terms for non lawyers.
Novelist (EBSCO)
Suggestions for fiction reading, including award-winning book lists, discussion guides, recommended reading lists, and more. Library card number required.
NY Times Bestsellers
Weekly best-selling titles posted by the New York Times.
Ocean County
Information about government, services, departments, tourism, directories, press releases and direction
Online Genealogy Records and Resources
Lists of online records, including vital records, census records, immigration records, and other genealogical resources.
OnMusic Dictionary
Comprehensive dictionary of musical terms, instruments, composers, and symbols.
Open Culture
One of the best free cultural and educational media on the web. Lots of ebooks, classes, movies, documentaries and much more!
Open Library
Read or download classic or modern ebooks. This site aims to catalog every available digital book in the world.
Parent Toolkit
An NBC News – Education Nation production designed as a “toolkit to help you navigate your child’s journey from pre-kindergarten through high school. It is a parenting website designed to help you track and support progress at each stage.”
Parenting
The website for US based Parents Magazine – this parenting website has articles and message boards ranging from pre-natal to preK with a vast range of relevant topics and quality writers. It’s fresh and easy to navigate.
Parenting Counts
Provides a developmental timeline and videos to support families and caregivers in raising socially and emotionally healthy children.
Passaic County
Information about government structure, services, departments, events.
Passports
US Department of State website with information about passports and visas.
PBS Food
Recipes, videos, and articles from public television. Blogs, and TV shows.
People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA)
One of the leading voices in animal activism.
Periodic Table
Periodic table with user-friendly data and facts about each of the elements.
Petfinder
Connects high quality, waiting to be adopted pets with new homes and owners. Provides an easily searchable database for patrons to network with over 14,000 adoption agencies and pet shelters.
PetMD
A massive compilation of pet health and wellness knowledge.
Physician Compare (Medicare.gov)
Directory of Medicare providers.
Planned Parenthood – For Parents
Resources for talking to children of all ages about bodies, identity, pregnancy and reproduction, relationships, personal safety, and sex and sexuality.
Playbill
News, features, performance listings for Broadway, Off-Broadway, London and regional theatre.
Pluto TV
Thousands of movies and TV shows.
Poetry and Short Story Reference Center (EBSCO)
This full-text database provides a historically rich collection of hundreds of thousands of classic and contemporary poems, as well as short stories, biographies and authoritative essays on such topics as poetic forms, movements and techniques—including contemporary content from the finest publishers. Library card number required.
Popcornflix
Over 1,500 movies, plus TV shows.
Popular Mechanics Automotive
Geared to car owners and auto enthusiasts. Visitors can read about auto industry news, road test results, DIY repairs and more.
Popular Science
Reporting on what’s new and next in technology, science, gadgets, space, green tech, and more.
Presidents
About the U.S. presidents from whitehouse.gov.
Project Gutenberg
Project Gutenberg offers over 46,000 free ebooks: choose among free epub books, free kindle books, download them or read them online.
Project Gutenberg Australia
Check this site for items not available on the American version, such as George Orwell’s 1984 and “Animal Farm,” and Virginia Woolf’s Mrs. Dalloway and To the Lighthouse.
Pronunciation Dictionary
Online pronunciation reference. Seeks to compile native speaker pronunciations for all the words that exist in the world, including names.
Purdue Online Writing Lab (OWL)
Provides access to ESL material, grammar exercises, professional writings samples, such as business letters,MLA format, and; APA formatting and style guide.
Questions to Ask Your Doctor
Information on how to communicate well with your doctor and obtain the information you need.
Radio-Locator (NJ)
Search for radio stations by location or genre.
Randolph Regional Animal Shelter
Handles animal control for Randolph, Dover, and Rockaway Borough. Provides animals for adoption.
Real Simple
Articles, recipes, instructional videos, and a food blog from the magazine. Free membership for interactivity.
Retired Brains
Provides the best retirement advice for senior citizens, baby boomers and retirees including retirement planning, jobs after retirement and more.
Rhyming Dictionary
Finds rhymes, synonyms, adjectives, and more.
Road and Track
Car lovers will discover tons of articles, images and videos featuring new and vintage vehicles. There is also information about car shows, motorsports, and road test results.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Library & Archives
The Library and Archives is the most comprehensive repository of materials relating to the history of rock and roll.
Rolling Stone Music
Get the latest Rolling Stone news with exclusive stories and pictures from Rolling Stone.
Rootsweb
Free genealogy resources from Ancestry.com.
Rotten Tomatoes
A critical view of movies.
Rulers
Lists of heads of states and heads of government, current and historical.
Rutgers Resources
Basic guide to Rutgers and other genealogical resources.
RxList
Includes a pill identifier along with information on diseases, symptoms, drugs, and supplements.
Safer Products
Information about the safety, and recalls of consumer products – such as toys, cribs, power tools, cigarette lighters, and household chemicals.
Safercar.gov
Motor vehicle and highway safety, including crash ratings, recalls, complaints and defects, and other safety-related issues.
Salem County
List of history, media, news, government, services.
Salem Health
Provides access to award-winning health reference works, including Magill’s Medical Guide, that helps bridge the gap between professional medical encyclopedias and popular self-help guides. It is an up-to-date and easy-to-use source of medical information for students, as well as general readers, including patients, and caregivers.
Salem History
Includes complete content of The Decades – Salem’s critically acclaimed American history series; Great Events from History – The complete resource for worldwide events; Great Lives from History – The definitive, worldwide biographical resource; and Milestone Documents – A new, primary source series.
Salem Literature
Access Critical Insights: Authors with articles about Ernest Hemingway, Barbara Kingsolver, and Mark Twain, and Critical Insights: Works, including articles about Death of a Salesman, Dracula, The Grapes of Wrath, The Great Gatsby, Pride and Prejudice, To Kill a Mockingbird and many more!
Saving Places
Discover historic places visit and help preserve.
SciCentral
Reliable and timely free science information in the biosciences, health sciences, physics/chemistry, earth and space, and engineering.
Science Daily
Breaking news and articles in science and technology.
Science Direct
In physical sciences and engineering, life sciences, health sciences and social sciences from Elsevier. Includes open access articles.
Science Online
This database offers a broad range of scientific disciplines, organized by subject area and type of resource. Also includes over 1,150 science experiments and activities, arranged by grade range, subject, and time required. Library card number required.
Screen Junkies
Screen Junkies is an online movie magazine and YouTube channel, owned and operated by Defy Media, that focuses on movies and television.
Securities and Exchange Commission
Edgar database – Free access to more than 20 million of filings.
Senior Living
Get expert advice on all things senior living – from senior housing and safety, to money, health and care.
Senior Planet
Aging with attitude! Courses, programs and activities to help seniors learn new skills, save money, get in shape, and make new friends.
Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE)
SCORE is dedicated to aiding in the formation, growth and success of small business nationwide. Includes link to the U.S. Government’s Small Business Association.
Show Score
Theater reviews for fans by fans.
Sixty and Me
An online magazine about life after 60. Topics range from makeup for older women and senior dating to retirement advice and senior travel.
Slang Dictionary
Dictionary is a dictionary of slang words, neologisms, idioms, aphorisms, jargon, informal speech, and figurative usages.
Small Business and Self-Employed Tax Center
SB/SE serves taxpayers who file Form 1040, Schedules C, E, F or Form 2106, as well as small businesses with assets under $10 million.
Smarter Travel
Chock full of information about traveling and travel destinations.
Smithsonian Institution’s Collections Search Center
Smithsonian Museum’s site, offering access to images, archives, and libraries.
Social Security Administration
Manage benefits & information
SPAN – Statewide Parent Advocacy Network (NJ)
Information and resources for families with the greatest need due to disability or special health/mental health needs; poverty; discrimination based on race, sex, language, immigrant or homeless status; involvement in the foster care, child welfare, or juvenile justice systems; geographic location; or other special circumstances.
Spark Recipes
Recipe page of a health/diet/fitness community. Free access to recipes and videos. Free membership for interactivity, customized diet plans, and other content.
State Department Travel Warnings
Features travel warnings and alerts from the State Department about travel to other countries based on short and long term political, crime, health, or other issues.
State of New Jersey
Official website of the state of New Jersey containing a wide variety of information including government departments and services.
State Tax Forms
A list of links for forms for all 50 states, DC, and Puerto Rico for the current tax year.
Steve Morse
Offers web-based genealogy search tools.
Still Tasty: Your Ultimate Shelf Life Guide
Useful site gives information on shelf-life and best means of storage for all types of food. Easy to use and complete.
StopBullying.gov
Information for parents on preventing bullying.
Suddenly Senior
Humor, nostalgia, senior advocacy and useful information for seniors 50+.
Sussex County
List of directories, tourism, government, departments, employment, news, and events.
Taking Care of Business in New Jersey
Resources for starting a business in New Jersey.
Teaching Degree Programs
Search over 3,100 different teaching degrees and 1,700 different universities with accredited programs.
The American Music Awards
The AMAs represents the year’s top achievements in music determined by the fans, for the fans. A vibrant night of non-stop music, the AMAs features a powerful lineup featuring first-time collaborations and exclusive world premiere performances from music’s biggest names – from Pop to Rap, R&B to Country, Latin to K-Pop – and more, as well as memorable moments that live on in pop culture.
The Cat Site
Focuses on educating its readers on cat care and promoting the welfare of their feline friends.
The Center for Auto Safety
Includes a wide variety of safety information, from recalls to lemon laws, and allows users to view and submit complaints about specific makes and models of cars. Consumers Union and Ralph Nader founded the Center for Auto Safety (CAS) in 1970 to provide consumers a voice for auto safety and quality in Washington and to help lemon owners fight back across the country.
The Dodo
Showcases videos and stories about pets and wild animals.
The Elephant Sanctuary
The Elephant Sanctuary in Tennessee is the nation’s largest natural-habitat refuge developed specifically for African and Asian elephants.
The Frugal Chic Life
A blog that discusses thrifty living, saving money, cutting the clutter and leading a minimalist yet decent life.
The Grammy Awards
Find information about nominees and winners.
The Humane Society of the United States
Focuses on stopping animal cruelty.
The Lester S. Levy Sheet Music Collection
American popular music dating back to 1780. free printable sheet music.
The Penny Hoarder
Practical advice on leading a frugal life and wellness along with lots of personal finance information.
The Sheldrick Wildlife Trust
Operates an orphan elephant rescue and wildlife rehabilitation program in Kenya.
The TOEFL Test
Information about the English-language test for study, immigration, and work.
Theater Development Fund (TDF)
Become A TDF Member. Find out if you’re eligible for deep discounts on theatre, dance and music.
ThoughtCo: Collecting
General resource with timely articles and free price guides.
Time 100
Biographies of Time’s 100 most influential people.
Today’s Parent
A great website that offers parents advice, ideas and support!
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)
Registration and information about the Test of English as a Foreign Language exam. Includes tutorials and practice.
TreasuryDirect
TreasuryDirect is the only financial services website that lets you buy and redeem securities directly from the U.S. Department of the Treasury. Also find the EE bond redemption tables, and other U.S. Bond information.
Trip Advisor
Popular website for vacation planning with the most comprehensive traveler written hotel reviews and rankings. Has links to partner sites for comparative pricing and mobile app.
True Car
Compare vehicle prices, models, and makes.
Trulia
An online market for real estate listings.
Tubi TV
Thousands of movies and TV shows.
Tudor History
Everything you ever wanted to know about the Tudor Dynasty of England.
U.S. Census Bureau: Genealogy
This site contains data and tips to help amateur genealogists use census records to fill out their family tree.
U.S. Geological Survey
Information on the health of our ecosystems and natural resources.
U.S. Government Manual
Official handbook for the federal government, providing comprehensive information on agencies of each branch of government. Typical agency description includes lists of officials, statement of agency purpose and history, as well as addresses and phone numbers. Published annually.
U.S. Small Business Administration
Programs and services to help start or grow a business.
Union County
List of parks, government, tourism, events, services.
United States Chamber of Commerce
The latest information on job markets, economic growth, and innovation.
United States Code
Search the US Code by Title or browse the table of contents.
United States Congress
Watch legislative activities live, read current bills up for vote, members of each committee.
United States Court Map
Map displaying the geographic boundaries of the U.S. Courts of Appeals and District Courts, with links to web pages for each court.
United States Holocaust Memorial Museum
The US Holocaust Memorial Museum teaches millions of people each year about the dangers of unchecked hatred and the need to prevent genocide. Their website is an educational resource.
United States House of Representatives
Information on members of the House of Representatives, links to member websites, bills and committees. Find representatives and schedules for current hearings and legislative activity.
United States National Archives and Records Administration
Historic documents, veterans’ service records, genealogical materials, online exhibits, and more.
United States Patent and Trademark Office
The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is the federal agency for granting U.S. patents and registering trademarks.
United States Senate
Information on senators and legislative activity, as well as historical and statistical information on officeholders.
United States Supreme Court
Information on the workings of the Supreme Court, member biographies and planning a visit to the court.
United States Supreme Court
Go here to read what is on the court’s upcoming docket, past opinions, rules of court, and information about the justices.
Universal Currency Converter
Provides the conversion for different types of currency.
US Gen Web Project
Links to genealogy websites organized by county and state.
USA Learns
A website that offers free English language learning resources.
USA.gov
Official online guide to government information and services.
USA.gov – Get Help with your Taxes
A site from the US government to help find tools, tips, and help on your taxes.
USA.gov Small Business
Federal assistance and information for small business.
Vegetarian Times
Magazine website. Large collection of recipes, videos, and information on vegetarian and vegan diets.
VegKitchen with Nava Atlas
Recipes, videos, information and tips on vegetarian and vegan lifestyle. Material on vegetarian kids and teens.
VegWeb
Recipes and information of vegetarian and vegan lifestyle. Free membership for interactivity.
VetStreet
Connects pet owners with high quality veterinary care and provides owners with the tools and education to create a happy, healthy and lasting relationship with their pets.
Visit NJ: History
Maintained by the New Jersey Department of State, Division of Travel and Tourism, this website includes information about NJ historic sites, memorials, and museums. Searchable by ADA compliance, family/pet friendliness, free admission, and other factors useful to travelers.
Visit NJ.org
Musical concerts and events in New Jersey.
Vitals
Vitals is an online resource for patients to find doctors and medical facilities.
Watch TV from the 1990s
Many shows available for this decade.
Web Gallery of Art
The Web Gallery of Art is a searchable database of European fine arts and architecture (3rd-19th centuries), currently containing over 47,300 reproductions. Artist biographies, commentaries, guided tours catalogue, free postcard and mobile services are provided.
WebMD
Consumer oriented, with a physician directory, information on supplements, and a section on healthy living.
Whitehouse
Information about issues, executive offices, initiatives, special events, administration, news, overall government structure.
Whizzpast
A blog for history lovers
Wild Earth
WildEarth is a South African broadcasting company primarily based at a game reserve in South Africa, focusing on educating people about African wildlife. It includes a daily live safari and lots of animal videos.
Wisebread: Living Large on a Small Planet
Wise Bread is an extremely popular personal finance community that includes bloggers and experts in its membership. As they like to say, “You don’t have to sacrifice your financial independence to enjoy life.” That’s the driving force behind what they do, and their goal is to help people live well. The most popular areas of the site are the “Personal Finance” and “Frugal Living” sections. It also offers a “Life Hacks” area that covers everything from technology tips to managing an organization.
Wolfram MathWorld
An extensive mathematics resource.
Women’s Health
Covers health topics of special interest to women.
Work Related Injuries and Diseases
Information concerning work-related injuries and diseases provided by the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health.
World Animal News
Current news about the animal advocacy community.
World Digital Library
The World Digital Library (WDL), a project of the U.S. Library of Congress, carried out with the support of the United Nations Educational, Cultural and Scientific Organization (UNESCO), and in cooperation with libraries, archives, museums, educational institutions, and international organizations from around the world, makes available on the Internet, free of charge and in multilingual format, significant primary materials from all countries and cultures.
World Health Organization-Covid-19 Information
Information on Covid-19.
World Music Central
Online magazine dedicated to World Music.
World Wildlife Fund
An international non-governmental organization founded in 1961 that works in the field of wilderness preservation.
Writer’s Reference Center (InfoBase Learning)
Includes the mechanics of writing and grammar as well as style and research. Provides an in-depth grammatical section and presents a step-by-step guide for writing a good essay.
Yahoo! Currency Converter
Currency converter.
Yahoo! Finance
Business news, personal finance advice, stock quotes and more. Link to CNBC news stories, and video.
Youth.gov
Government website that provides resources and information on a number of youth related topics such as bullying prevention, driver safety and mental health.
Zillow
An online market for real estate listings.
Zillow Real Estate
Real estate valuations, search for homes, recently sold homes, and more.
No post found
