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Batesville Memorial Public Library

131 North Walnut Street :: Batesville, IN 47006

Hours
Sunday (October - April) :: 1:00 - 5:00 pm
Monday - Thursday :: 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Friday :: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday :: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Searchable Databases

Please note: Most of these databases require your library card number and/or a PIN. Contact the library to get your PIN.
 
INSPIRE - Indiana's Virtual Library INSPIRE is Indiana's Virtual Library. INSPIRE is a collection of academic databases and other information resources that can be accessed by Indiana residents using any computer equipped with an Internet Protocol (IP) address located in Indiana and a Web browser.
 

Gale Virtual Reference Library is an outstanding source for eReference aimed at the needs of students, researchers, professionals and general readers. GVRL is a database of encyclopedias, almanacs, and specialized reference sources.
Also available on the AccessMyLibrary mobile app.
Oxford Islamic Studies Online The Oxford Islamic Studies Online database is available free to BMPL card holders until 2/28/14. This subscription is a part of the Bridging Cultures Bookshelf: Muslim Journeys awarded to the library by the National Endowment for the Humanities. Login with your BMPL card number.
AccessMyLibrary mobile app The AccessMyLibrary Public Edition mobile app from Gale uses GPS to find libraries within a 10-mile radius of your location, then gives you free, unlimited access to their reputable, authoritative Gale online resources — without the need to log in.
World Book Web The World Book Web site offers encyclopedias, a dictionary, an atlas, homework help, study aids, and curriculum guides for students of all ages.
Mango Languages Online Mango Mobile App Learn a new language with Mango Languages, the interactive database that provides fun, step-by-step lessons for dozens of different languages. This database features English as a Second Language lessons for many foreign language speakers.
  Mango Mobile, the app for your iPhone or Android, offers language learning to go.
  Where will you Mango?
Small Business Resource Center The Small Business Resource Center offers a wealth of information on popular business topics and types, sample business plans, answers to frequently asked questions from the "How To" menu, and much more.
Also available on the AccessMyLibrary mobile app.
ReferenceUSA ReferenceUSA, the leading provider in business and consumer research, helps users create marketing plans, conduct competitive analysis, raise funds and locate people. Features real-time access to more than 20 million businesses and 222 million consumers.
HeritageQuest Online HeritageQuest Online is a comprehensive treasury of American genealogical sources with unique primary sources, local and family histories, and finding aids. Coverage dates back to the 1700s. Data sets include the US Federal Censuses, Genealogy and local history books, the Periodical Source Index, Revolutionary War Records, and more.

Gale LegalForms provides convenient, authoritative means for understanding common legal procedures through access to “attorney forms." Offering an easy-to-use, step-by-step approach, whether for business, personal or litigation purposes, each form is conveniently accessible and downloadable.
Also available on the AccessMyLibrary mobile app.
 

ChiltonLibrary is a simple-to-use online resource of automotive repair manuals that's available 24/7 wherever there's an available Internet connection. The content available on ChiltonLibrary is updated on a monthly basis, ensuring the most advanced and up-to-date information available.
Also available on the AccessMyLibrary mobile app.

Price It! Antiques & Collectibles is the most comprehensive art and antiques pricing tool in the world, containing data from eBay, GoAntiques and TIAS (The Internet Antique Shop). Find out what those garage sale treasures are worth! Includes helpful How-To articles and more.
Also available on the AccessMyLibrary mobile app.
AudioBookCloud AudioBookCloud allows you to you to listen to audio books with just a click of a button. Listen online to audio books in many different categories: fiction, non-fiction, classics and even Spanish language audio books! The collection contains over 1,000 books that are always available, never on hold, and no need to download!
TumbleBooks - eBooks for eKids TumbleBooks are animated, talking picture books which teach kids the joy of reading in a format they love. Featuring story books, puzzles and games, language learning and more!
Next Good Book Wondering what to read next?
Find your next good book, search for an author or title, see what others are reading, create an online bookshelf of your favorite titles, check suggested books from the library staff, or browse subject or award lists with
Next Good Book.

Online Reading Resources

The Batesville Memorial Public Library makes these online reading resources available to the public.

Online Book ClubsBook News newslettersAuthor BuzzDownload audiobooks & eBooks
 

Reference Resources @ the Library

The Batesville Memorial Public Library has general reference sources available for use within the library including encyclopedias, atlases, almanacs, pamphlets, and other specialized materials.

On the library's Index Table, you'll find