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In the interest of public safety, the library now offers limited services by appointment only. Face coverings are required while in the building.

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There are no secrets to success. It is the result of preparation, hard work, and learning from failure. - Coline Powell

Access the many databases we offer for your research needs.

Please note: Some databases are only available in the Waterloo Public Library building, and others will require your library card number for you to access at home.

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A to Z World Travel

A comprehensive travel resource.

AtoZ Food America

Explore flavors and recipes from around the United States.

Auto Repair

Find your vehicle's repair, maintenance and service information.

Credo Reference

Find encyclopedia content for your research project.

Novelist

Find your next great read!

Reference USA

referenceUSA provides data on businesses, homeowners, healthcare & much more.

Transparent Language

Learn a new language! Account set up is required.

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Search databases on specific topics

DMV Practice Tests

Practice tests are good for the Iowa permit tests and driver’s license test.

Brainfuse

Online service that supports patrons and veterans in all phases of their job search.

AtoZ

Find business & individual reference information.

Opposing Viewpoints

A resource for debaters that includes pro/con viewpoints, reference articles, and more.

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Featured Databases

Genealogy

Ancestry.com

Discover your family history. (In-library use only.)

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Access historical US military records.

Heritage Quest

Find information on people and places from census records and historical books.

Newspaper_archives_athome

Search archived newspapers from home. Use your library card number to access.

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Temporarily available from home

Now available from home

Access Newspaper Archive while in the library