Search and manage your library account. Search for books, music, movies, and more. Browse new and available now and on-order titles, as well as our special collections that include American Girl BeForever dolls, cake pans, jigsaw puzzles, and sensory backpacks. View summaries, series info, more about authors, read-alikes, reviews, and place holds, and view/manage your account. 

Find reading recommendations - authors and titles of interest and browse theme-oriented book lists. Includes picture books, children's "chapter" books, and children's and younger teen titles in both fiction and non-fiction. View Accelerated Reading information. Follow the View Copies button to connect to the library's online catalog to find out its location and availability status. A Library card is required for remote access.

A collection of animated, talking picture books - chapter books, nonfiction, math stories, language learning, puzzles, games, and lesson plans for K-6 grade. TumbleSearch -  search by title, language, subject, Accelerated Reader, and more.  

Search and manage your library account. Search for books, music, movies, and more. Browse new and available now and on-order titles, as well as our special collections that include American Girl BeForever dolls, cake pans, jigsaw puzzles, and sensory backpacks. View summaries, series info, more about authors, read-alikes, reviews, and place holds, and view/manage your account. 

Your personal library reminder service! Let Elf help you manage your library loans and holds, receive customized notifications via email or text messaging, and track multiple accounts.

Search the library's online catalog to find both physical and digital titles. Never be without your library with the built-in virtual card, view library events, find locations, link accounts without logging in/out, and more.   

Find full-text articles, magazines, journals, eBooks, and audiobooks.    (State Library resource)

Borrow eBooks, audiobooks, movies, TV shows, music, and comics. Check out up to 30 titles per month. Collections include Craftsy, French-language read-alongs, sign language material, and DC Comics. Available apps for Amazon, Chromecast, AppleTV, AndroidTV, FireTV, and Roku. BingePass: 7 days of unlimited access with just one hoopla borrow; current access includes Curiosity Stream, hoopla magazines, The Reading Corner, Learn About the World: People, Places, and Holidays, Hellosaurus, Kids Vidz, STEAM Powered Kids, The Highlights Collection, Growing Up: Social Emotional Learning for Kids, Read-Along 2 Learn, Cuentos para ninos en espanol, and The Great Courses. Enjoy Bonus Borrows! These titles don't count toward the monthly lending limits. A kids mode option is available.     

Borrow up to 10 audiobooks, eBooks, magazines, and videos per library card. Track reading history and positions/bookmarks/notes sync across devices. A library card and PIN are required, and an email address is required to place holds. A bonus feature is Deep Search which enables users to discover and add a Notify Me tag to a title to ensure you are notified if that title is ever offered in the future. Kindle users: Option 1: Install the app on Kindle. Option 2: In the browser, access libbyapp.com. Instant Digital Cards (using a mobile phone number) - Only valid for one year and cannot be renewed.      

Search and manage your library account. Search for books, music, movies, and more. Browse new and available now and on-order titles, as well as our special collections that include American Girl BeForever dolls, cake pans, jigsaw puzzles, and sensory backpacks. View summaries, series info, more about authors, read-alikes, reviews, and place holds, and view/manage your account. 

Borrow up to 10 audiobooks, eBooks, magazines, and videos per library card. Track reading history and positions/bookmarks/notes sync across devices. Magazines are excluded from the checkout limit. A library card and PIN are required, and an email address is required to place holds. Instant Digital Card option: use mobile phone number; valid for 1 yr, and can't be renewed. Kindle users have two options: Option 1: Install the app on Kindle. Option 2: In the browser, access libbyapp.com. Libby app is also available for Windows, Mac, and Chromebooks. NOTE: The Recommend to Library option will sunset on May 1st. Use the Libby app to use the deep search and Notify me tags as an alternative.     

Browse biographical material on people from all time periods and geographic locations, and fields of endeavor. 

Browse this collection of biographical titles, including the Encyclopedia of World Biography and An African Biographical Dictionary. (Gale)

Browse this collection of full-text biographies, as well as narrative biographies.  (State Library resource)

Browse this list of subscription research resources. Topics include biographies, business, explorers, health, homework help, immigrants, Indians, government, and travel.

Search reference books, encyclopedias and non-fiction books, periodicals, historical documents, biographies of historical figures, historical photos and maps, and historical videos.  (State Library resource)

OverDrive's global ebook club. Enjoy this reading program that connects you to other readers around the world with the same ebook at the same time without any wait lists or holds.

Browse book recommendations, reviews, supplementary materials for book clubs, and search tools designed to help you find books you’ll love. View recently released books, and notable books publishing soon, recommended titles by genre, time period, setting, and theme, handpicked read-alikes for both books and authors, reading guides, advice for book clubs, and online discussions. 

Join the book club that offers quarterly reading suggestions, with no holds, no waiting, and no late fees.

Receive a 5-minute teaser. If you like it, connect to the library's online catalog to find out its location and availability status.

Browse full-text searchable reviews of titles - books, music, and DVD/video titles. (State Library resource)

Browse book recommendations, reviews, supplementary materials for book clubs, and search tools designed to help you find books you’ll love. View recently released books, and notable books publishing soon, recommended titles by genre, time period, setting, and theme, handpicked read-alikes for both books and authors, reading guides, advice for book clubs, and online discussions. 

Find reading suggestions for fiction and nonfiction titles for all age levels. Search by title, author, subject, time period, character, reading level, etc. 

Enjoy reading recommendations by CPPL staff - featured bloggers and guest bloggers. New recommendations are posted every Wednesday.

Find reading recommendations - authors and titles of interest and browse theme-oriented book lists. Includes picture books, children's "chapter" books, and children's and younger teen titles in both fiction and non-fiction. View Accelerated Reading information. Follow the View Copies button to connect to the library's online catalog to find out its location and availability status. A Library card is required for remote access.

Find reading recommendations, fiction or nonfiction. Find books that match your interests, read-alikes for your favorite titles and authors, ready-made book lists on your favorite genres, award-winning titles, and helpful guides for finding titles by reading level. Follow the View Copies button to connect to the library's online catalog to find out its location and availability status. A Library card is required for remote access.

Search and manage your library account. Search for books, music, movies, and more. Browse new and available now and on-order titles, as well as our special collections that include American Girl BeForever dolls, cake pans, jigsaw puzzles, and sensory backpacks. View summaries, series info, more about authors, read-alikes, reviews, and place holds, and view/manage your account. 

Welcome to the National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled's free digital book download service. Find available digital books and magazines.

Free braille and talking book library service for people with temporary or permanent low vision, blindness, or a physical, perceptual, or reading disability that prevents them from using regular print materials. NLS circulates books and magazines in braille or audio formats, that are instantly downloadable to a personal device or delivered by mail free of charge.

TBBL provides free public library service to Louisiana residents of all ages who cannot easily read standard printed materials due to a visual impairment, physical disability, or a reading disability whether it is permanent or temporary.

Browse country economic data, company profiles, industry info, and market research. (State Library resource)

Browse this list of subscription research resources. Topics include biographies, business, explorers, health, homework help, immigrants, Indians, government, and travel.

Research and track investments, get up-to-date information about stocks, funds, and other investment options, plus calculators and tools to help you manage your portfolio. Access is limited to three simultaneous users. If the limit has been reached either inside or outside the library, you'll receive an "access denied" message. 

Research and track investments, get up-to-date information about stocks, funds, and other investment options, plus calculators and tools to help you manage your portfolio. Access is limited to three simultaneous users. If the limit has been reached either inside or outside the library, you'll receive an "access denied" message. 

Browse info on relevant topics from starting a company, operations management, and sales to growing or rescuing a business. Get example business plans and legal guides. (State Library resource)

Explore stocks using interactive tools and in-depth reports. Track the stock market with an easy-to-use dashboard and customizable tools. Read expert commentary on changes in the market, compare and contrast companies across 100 industries, and stay up to date on market trends and shifts with investment reports updated weekly. Limited to 8 simultaneous users.

Enjoy interactive learning activities, including books, educational games, puzzles, art activities, songs, and music videos. For ages 2-8. 

Search primary source documents, news articles, and Associated Press videos to complete homework and research projects.  (State Library resource)

Borrow eBooks, audiobooks, movies, TV shows, music, and comics. Check out up to 30 titles per month. Collections include Craftsy, French-language read-alongs, sign language material, and DC Comics. Available apps for Amazon, Chromecast, AppleTV, AndroidTV, FireTV, and Roku. BingePass: 7 days of unlimited access with just one hoopla borrow; current access includes Curiosity Stream, hoopla magazines, The Reading Corner, Learn About the World: People, Places, and Holidays, Hellosaurus, Kids Vidz, STEAM Powered Kids, The Highlights Collection, Growing Up: Social Emotional Learning for Kids, Read-Along 2 Learn, Cuentos para ninos en espanol, and The Great Courses. Enjoy Bonus Borrows! These titles don't count toward the monthly lending limits. A kids mode option is available.     

Browse educational and engaging videos for children of all ages. Access unlimited plays and parental controls are available. 

Find reading recommendations - authors and titles of interest and browse theme-oriented book lists. Includes picture books, children's "chapter" books, and children's and younger teen titles in both fiction and non-fiction. View Accelerated Reading information. Follow the View Copies button to connect to the library's online catalog to find out its location and availability status. A Library card is required for remote access.

A collection of animated, talking picture books - chapter books, nonfiction, math stories, language learning, puzzles, games, and lesson plans for K-6 grade. TumbleSearch -  search by title, language, subject, Accelerated Reader, and more.  

Prepare for your test, start a new career or advance in your current field, achieve your undergrad goals, or achieve your personal education and career goals. Topics include career preparation (including Law Enforcement, Postal Worker, Nursing, Civil Service, and Teaching), High School Equivalency (GED, HiSET, or TASC), College Admissions (ACT, SAT, PSAT), improving Math skills, U.S. Citizenship, etc. Login requires a username and password.  (State Library resource)

Enhance your language skills with conversational-based lessons. Features include family profiles, download lessons that can be used in offline/airplane mode, quizzes, cultural notes, unique courses (ex: Shakespearean insults), a translation option, and movie or engagement mode. Mango Premiere (watch or engage with foreign films). NOTE: Premiere is limited to the desktop version. Access Mango Movies under the 'explore' tab within a chosen language. Login requires email or username, and password. Guest access is available with limited access. TIP: Create a new account in the browser prior to using the app.    

Prepare for the Naturalization Test with online courses; including 100 interactive videos, drills, and quizzes for practice, with a focus on the 100 questions that actually appear on the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services Naturalization Test. 

Learn a new language with daily lessons, personalized courses, and learning guides for over 160+ languages. Personalize by interest level, level and speed of learning, age range, drills, quizzes, daily learning reminders, and time allocation for learning. Specialty courses include English as a Second Language and American Sign Language. Features include video clips, music, occupations, PDF phrasebooks, video tours of cities, just for kids section, and play scripts. Login requires email and password; instant access within the library doesn't require a library card, but may have limited access. (State Library) 

Are you a niche genre reader? Access nonfiction and fiction titles. Browse featured collections such as Destination Guides, cooking, Disney graphic novels, study aids, and true crime. Check out 6 titles per week. User login requires a library card, PIN, email address, and password. Desktop users: May require an Adobe Digital Editions ID and browsing/checking out is only available.     

Borrow eBooks, audiobooks, movies, TV shows, music, and comics. Check out up to 30 titles per month. Collections include Craftsy, French-language read-alongs, sign language material, and DC Comics. Available apps for Amazon, Chromecast, AppleTV, AndroidTV, FireTV, and Roku. BingePass: 7 days of unlimited access with just one hoopla borrow; current access includes Curiosity Stream, hoopla magazines, The Reading Corner, Learn About the World: People, Places, and Holidays, Hellosaurus, Kids Vidz, STEAM Powered Kids, The Highlights Collection, Growing Up: Social Emotional Learning for Kids, Read-Along 2 Learn, Cuentos para ninos en espanol, and The Great Courses. Enjoy Bonus Borrows! These titles don't count toward the monthly lending limits. A kids mode option is available.     

Borrow up to 10 audiobooks, eBooks, magazines, and videos per library card. Track reading history and positions/bookmarks/notes sync across devices. Magazines are excluded from the checkout limit. A library card and PIN are required, and an email address is required to place holds. Instant Digital Card option: use mobile phone number; valid for 1 yr, and can't be renewed. Kindle users have two options: Option 1: Install the app on Kindle. Option 2: In the browser, access libbyapp.com. Libby app is also available for Windows, Mac, and Chromebooks. NOTE: The Recommend to Library option will sunset on May 1st. Use the Libby app to use the deep search and Notify me tags as an alternative.     

View articles with actual instructions, images, and more for topics such as home and garden, model building, and scrapbooking.  (State Library resource)

Search and manage your library account. Search for books, music, movies, and more. Browse new and available now and on-order titles, as well as our special collections that include American Girl BeForever dolls, cake pans, jigsaw puzzles, and sensory backpacks. View summaries, series info, more about authors, read-alikes, reviews, and place holds, and view/manage your account. 

Browse this collection of biographical titles, including the Encyclopedia of World Biography and An African Biographical Dictionary. (Gale)

Find full-text articles, magazines, journals, eBooks, and audiobooks.    (State Library resource)

Are you a niche genre reader? Access nonfiction and fiction titles. Browse featured collections such as Destination Guides, cooking, Disney graphic novels, study aids, and true crime. Check out 6 titles per week. User login requires a library card, PIN, email address, and password. Desktop users: May require an Adobe Digital Editions ID and browsing/checking out is only available.     

Search reference titles for multidisciplinary research. Subjects include American and world history, biography, health, arts, business, travel, religion, and multicultural studies.

Search encyclopedias for info on medicine, alternative medicine, children's health, and disorders. (Gale)

Borrow eBooks, audiobooks, movies, TV shows, music, and comics. Check out up to 30 titles per month. Collections include Craftsy, French-language read-alongs, sign language material, and DC Comics. Available apps for Amazon, Chromecast, AppleTV, AndroidTV, FireTV, and Roku. BingePass: 7 days of unlimited access with just one hoopla borrow; current access includes Curiosity Stream, hoopla magazines, The Reading Corner, Learn About the World: People, Places, and Holidays, Hellosaurus, Kids Vidz, STEAM Powered Kids, The Highlights Collection, Growing Up: Social Emotional Learning for Kids, Read-Along 2 Learn, Cuentos para ninos en espanol, and The Great Courses. Enjoy Bonus Borrows! These titles don't count toward the monthly lending limits. A kids mode option is available.     

Learn all about the law and the American judicial system. Sources include Gale Encyclopedia of American Law, Supreme Court Drama, and Crime and Punishment in America Reference Library.

Borrow up to 10 audiobooks, eBooks, magazines, and videos per library card. Track reading history and positions/bookmarks/notes sync across devices. A library card and PIN are required, and an email address is required to place holds. A bonus feature is Deep Search which enables users to discover and add a Notify Me tag to a title to ensure you are notified if that title is ever offered in the future. Kindle users: Option 1: Install the app on Kindle. Option 2: In the browser, access libbyapp.com. Instant Digital Cards (using a mobile phone number) - Only valid for one year and cannot be renewed.      

Borrow up to 10 audiobooks, eBooks, magazines, and videos per library card. Track reading history and positions/bookmarks/notes sync across devices. Magazines are excluded from the checkout limit. A library card and PIN are required, and an email address is required to place holds. Instant Digital Card option: use mobile phone number; valid for 1 yr, and can't be renewed. Kindle users have two options: Option 1: Install the app on Kindle. Option 2: In the browser, access libbyapp.com. Libby app is also available for Windows, Mac, and Chromebooks. NOTE: The Recommend to Library option will sunset on May 1st. Use the Libby app to use the deep search and Notify me tags as an alternative.     

Access ebooks and other digital content for grades 6 – 12; including student-favorite Graphic Novels, enhanced e-books with full audio narration and highlighted text, classic literature, National Geographic videos, and more.   (State Library resource)

A collection of animated, talking picture books - chapter books, nonfiction, math stories, language learning, puzzles, games, and lesson plans for K-6 grade. TumbleSearch -  search by title, language, subject, Accelerated Reader, and more.  

Enjoy interactive learning activities, including books, educational games, puzzles, art activities, songs, and music videos. For ages 2-8. 

Create a great-looking, well-written resume that will give you the edge in today's ultra-competitive job market. A library card is required for remote use, and an account with an email and password is needed to use the document manager. 

Free online tutoring, test prep, and job search assistance. The skills center is available 24/7, and live one-to-one tutoring for K-College is available seven days a week. Spanish and Vietnamese tutoring is available. The Adult Education and Career Center is available from 10 AM – midnight. Some features require an account with email and password.  (State Library resource)

Assistance is available seven days a week from 10 AM - midnight. Assistance includes online job search & applications, resumes & cover letters, interview preparation, and drop-off resume review.

Your go-to encyclopedia for articles, images, videos, audio clips, primary sources, maps, and research tools. Explore weekly event coverage, the "did you know" section, word of the day, interactive maps of the world and the United States, news of the day, and special weekly collections. Choose your level, then start exploring.

Your go-to encyclopedia for articles, images, videos, audio clips, primary sources, maps, and research tools. Explore weekly event coverage, the "did you know" section, word of the day, interactive maps of the world and the United States, news of the day, and special weekly collections. Choose your level, then start exploring. 

Search reference books, encyclopedias and non-fiction books, periodicals, historical documents, biographies of historical figures, historical photos and maps, and historical videos.  (State Library resource)

Browse full-text science encyclopedias, reference books, and periodicals.  (State Library resource)

Enhance your language skills with conversational-based lessons. Features include family profiles, download lessons that can be used in offline/airplane mode, quizzes, cultural notes, unique courses (ex: Shakespearean insults), a translation option, and movie or engagement mode. Mango Premiere (watch or engage with foreign films). NOTE: Premiere is limited to the desktop version. Access Mango Movies under the 'explore' tab within a chosen language. Login requires email or username, and password. Guest access is available with limited access. TIP: Create a new account in the browser prior to using the app.    

Learn a new language with daily lessons, personalized courses, and learning guides for over 160+ languages. Personalize by interest level, level and speed of learning, age range, drills, quizzes, daily learning reminders, and time allocation for learning. Specialty courses include English as a Second Language and American Sign Language. Features include video clips, music, occupations, PDF phrasebooks, video tours of cities, just for kids section, and play scripts. Login requires email and password; instant access within the library doesn't require a library card, but may have limited access. (State Library) 

Research and track investments, get up-to-date information about stocks, funds, and other investment options, plus calculators and tools to help you manage your portfolio. Access is limited to three simultaneous users. If the limit has been reached either inside or outside the library, you'll receive an "access denied" message. 

Research and track investments, get up-to-date information about stocks, funds, and other investment options, plus calculators and tools to help you manage your portfolio. Access is limited to three simultaneous users. If the limit has been reached either inside or outside the library, you'll receive an "access denied" message. 

Explore stocks using interactive tools and in-depth reports. Track the stock market with an easy-to-use dashboard and customizable tools. Read expert commentary on changes in the market, compare and contrast companies across 100 industries, and stay up to date on market trends and shifts with investment reports updated weekly. Limited to 8 simultaneous users.

Search and manage your library account. Search for books, music, movies, and more. Browse new and available now and on-order titles, as well as our special collections that include American Girl BeForever dolls, cake pans, jigsaw puzzles, and sensory backpacks. View summaries, series info, more about authors, read-alikes, reviews, and place holds, and view/manage your account. 

A resource exclusively devoted to African American family history research. Includes certificates, census, military records, AfriGeneas, freedman and slave records, church records, and legal records.  

A resource exclusively devoted to African American family history research. Includes certificates, census, military records, AfriGeneas, freedman and slave records, church records, and legal records. 

Unlock your story from the census, vital records, immigration records, family histories, military records, court and legal documents, directories, photos, maps, and more. NOTE: This is a lite version of Ancestry.com. 

Browse biographical material on people from all time periods and geographic locations, and fields of endeavor. 

Access military records, including the stories, photos, and personal documents of the men and women who served. Special sections include war stories and memorial walls. 

Access military records, including the stories, photos, and personal documents of the men and women who served. Special sections include war stories and memorial walls. 

Explore your family history with this collection of U.S. obituaries and death notices. Obituary info spans more than 200 years with content from all 50 states – including hard-to-find information from the 40’s, 50’s, 60’s. NOTE: Choose the A-Z Source list button to search multiple sources. Each source lists available dates, locations, types, formats, and languages. 

Discover your family's history - start your family tree research. 

Discover your family's history - start your family tree research. 

Conduct genealogical, property, and local history research with this interactive database of land-ownership maps and historical atlases.

A missing piece of Lake Charles's history has come home. Here's a copy of the first Directory of the City of Lake Charles, published in 1895. NOTE: a photocopy version and a microfilm copy are available at the SWLA Genealogical & Historical Library.

Browse 13 volumes of scrapbooks compiled by Maude Reid. She was born in Lake Charles in 1882, grew up during the period when many first or second-generation pioneers were alive, and heard first- and second-hand stories of the early days of Imperial Calcasieu Parish. She was entrusted with stories, was given original photographs, letters, other memorabilia, and artifacts, and was allowed to copy original official records. Microfilmed copies of the scrapbooks are available for viewing at the Southwest Louisiana Genealogical and
Historical Library.

View information for current events, special reports, and content from local, regional, and national sources. Included sources: America's News, Southwest Daily News, Louisiana News Sources, USA Today, USA, and America's News Magazines. BONUS: Access Heritage Hub, the largest and most comprehensive collection of newspaper obituaries and death notices. NOTE: A library card is required for remote access.

Explore your family history and discover key historical events with one of the world's largest online newspaper archives.

Whether searching for a loved one or shoring up family records, obituaries are invaluable resources to use. As a service to patrons doing genealogical research, CPPL has compiled and maintains an obituary index. Search by the deceased's surname, first name, middle name, and date of death, etc. 

Explore our 50 states! Find facts, figures, farmer’s markets, recipes, image collections, sports, recreation, and more.

Browse this list of subscription research resources. Topics include biographies, business, explorers, health, homework help, immigrants, Indians, government, and travel.

Are you a niche genre reader? Access nonfiction and fiction titles. Browse featured collections such as Destination Guides, cooking, Disney graphic novels, study aids, and true crime. Check out 6 titles per week. User login requires a library card, PIN, email address, and password. Desktop users: May require an Adobe Digital Editions ID and browsing/checking out is only available.     

Borrow up to 10 audiobooks, eBooks, magazines, and videos per library card. Track reading history and positions/bookmarks/notes sync across devices. Magazines are excluded from the checkout limit. A library card and PIN are required, and an email address is required to place holds. Instant Digital Card option: use mobile phone number; valid for 1 yr, and can't be renewed. Kindle users have two options: Option 1: Install the app on Kindle. Option 2: In the browser, access libbyapp.com. Libby app is also available for Windows, Mac, and Chromebooks. NOTE: The Recommend to Library option will sunset on May 1st. Use the Libby app to use the deep search and Notify me tags as an alternative.     

Access ebooks and other digital content for grades 6 – 12; including student-favorite Graphic Novels, enhanced e-books with full audio narration and highlighted text, classic literature, National Geographic videos, and more.   (State Library resource)

A collection of animated, talking picture books - chapter books, nonfiction, math stories, language learning, puzzles, games, and lesson plans for K-6 grade. TumbleSearch -  search by title, language, subject, Accelerated Reader, and more.  

Search reliable info from medical encyclopedias, popular reference books, and magazine articles. (State Library resource)

Browse this list of subscription research resources. Topics include biographies, business, explorers, health, homework help, immigrants, Indians, government, and travel.

Search encyclopedias for info on medicine, alternative medicine, children's health, and disorders. (Gale)

Browse this comprehensive medical information source covering thousands of topics in all fields of medicine. This is offered as a free public service to healthcare professionals and the public.

A resource exclusively devoted to African American family history research. Includes certificates, census, military records, AfriGeneas, freedman and slave records, church records, and legal records.  

A resource exclusively devoted to African American family history research. Includes certificates, census, military records, AfriGeneas, freedman and slave records, church records, and legal records. 

Unlock your story from the census, vital records, immigration records, family histories, military records, court and legal documents, directories, photos, maps, and more. NOTE: This is a lite version of Ancestry.com. 

Access military records, including the stories, photos, and personal documents of the men and women who served. Special sections include war stories and memorial walls. 

Access military records, including the stories, photos, and personal documents of the men and women who served. Special sections include war stories and memorial walls. 

Explore your family history with this collection of U.S. obituaries and death notices. Obituary info spans more than 200 years with content from all 50 states – including hard-to-find information from the 40’s, 50’s, 60’s. NOTE: Choose the A-Z Source list button to search multiple sources. Each source lists available dates, locations, types, formats, and languages. 

Discover your family's history - start your family tree research. 

Discover your family's history - start your family tree research. 

Library databases/resources and third-party websites - general, American, Black History, Hispanic, Native American, and Women's history. (created by CPPL staff)

Search reference books, encyclopedias and non-fiction books, periodicals, historical documents, biographies of historical figures, historical photos and maps, and historical videos.  (State Library resource)

Conduct genealogical, property, and local history research with this interactive database of land-ownership maps and historical atlases.

Whether searching for a loved one or shoring up family records, obituaries are invaluable resources to use. As a service to patrons doing genealogical research, CPPL has compiled and maintains an obituary index. Search by the deceased's surname, first name, middle name, and date of death, etc. 

A collection of various Calcasieu Parish high school yearbooks that were loaned to CPPL for digitization. Learn more about the digitization project.

Browse this full-text database designed to assist homeowners in do-it-yourself home repair, maintenance, and remodeling projects; includes step-by-step instructions for projects in the areas of plumbing, woodworking, electrical, etc.  (State Library resource)

Explore our 50 states! Find facts, figures, farmer’s markets, recipes, image collections, sports, recreation, and more.

Browse this collection of biographical titles, including the Encyclopedia of World Biography and An African Biographical Dictionary. (Gale)

Browse this collection of full-text biographies, as well as narrative biographies.  (State Library resource)

Download full-color and black-and-white non-fiction e-books for ages preschool to 18.

Take a scholarly lens into the lives and works of the most influential literary figures through biographical and critical essays. Access unique materials like manuscript pages, diary entries, and more. (Gale)

Your go-to encyclopedia for articles, images, videos, audio clips, primary sources, maps, and research tools. Explore weekly event coverage, the "did you know" section, word of the day, interactive maps of the world and the United States, news of the day, and special weekly collections. Choose your level, then start exploring.

Your go-to encyclopedia for articles, images, videos, audio clips, primary sources, maps, and research tools. Explore weekly event coverage, the "did you know" section, word of the day, interactive maps of the world and the United States, news of the day, and special weekly collections. Choose your level, then start exploring. 

Search primary source documents, news articles, and Associated Press videos to complete homework and research projects.  (State Library resource)

Search primary source documents, news articles, and Associated Press videos to complete homework and research projects.  (State Library resource)

Search primary source documents, news articles, and Associated Press videos to complete homework and research projects. (State Library resource)

Browse this specialized research center for teachers. Search primary source documents, news articles, and Associated Press videos.  (State Library resource)

Search reference titles for multidisciplinary research. Subjects include American and world history, biography, health, arts, business, travel, religion, and multicultural studies.

Browse magazines, newspapers, journals, newswire, transcripts, etc. Includes The New York Times, The Washington Post, USA Today, Good Housekeeping, and older issues of Consumer Reports. Save, share, and download content from anywhere and on any device. Set search result alerts and/or publication alerts. Login: Google or Microsoft. Note: A library card is needed for remote access. Here's a list of all publications. 

A cross-search resource for researchers and students to search across various resources to discover and analyze content. Sources include Literature Resource Center, Literature Criticism Online, Dictionary of Literary Biography Complete Online, Something About the Author Online, Contemporary Authors Online, LitFinder, Scribner Writers Online, Twayne's Authors Online, and MLA International Biography. 

Browse this list of subscription research resources. Topics include biographies, business, explorers, health, homework help, immigrants, Indians, government, and travel.

Library databases/resources and third-party websites - general, American, Black History, Hispanic, Native American, and Women's history. (created by CPPL staff)

Search reference books, encyclopedias and non-fiction books, periodicals, historical documents, biographies of historical figures, historical photos and maps, and historical videos.  (State Library resource)

Free online tutoring, test prep, and job search assistance. The skills center is available 24/7, and live one-to-one tutoring for K-College is available seven days a week. Spanish and Vietnamese tutoring is available. The Adult Education and Career Center is available from 10 AM – midnight. Some features require an account with email and password.  (State Library resource)

Prepare for your test, start a new career or advance in your current field, achieve your undergrad goals, or achieve your personal education and career goals. Topics include career preparation (including Law Enforcement, Postal Worker, Nursing, Civil Service, and Teaching), High School Equivalency (GED, HiSET, or TASC), College Admissions (ACT, SAT, PSAT), improving Math skills, U.S. Citizenship, etc. Login requires a username and password.  (State Library resource)

Browse full-text science encyclopedias, reference books, and periodicals.  (State Library resource)

A webpage filled with local and state information, pet-friendly hotels, clean-up guides, etc. 

Your go-to encyclopedia for articles, images, videos, audio clips, primary sources, maps, and research tools. Explore weekly event coverage, the "did you know" section, word of the day, interactive maps of the world and the United States, news of the day, and special weekly collections. Choose your level, then start exploring.

Your go-to encyclopedia for articles, images, videos, audio clips, primary sources, maps, and research tools. Explore weekly event coverage, the "did you know" section, word of the day, interactive maps of the world and the United States, news of the day, and special weekly collections. Choose your level, then start exploring. 

Browse digital material - Louisiana's history, culture, places, and people. BONUS: Browse the library's yearbook collection. (State Library resource)

Browse online catalogs for all Louisiana public libraries. Place holds on titles, and manage your interlibrary loans, or request that the library add an item to its collection.

Search and manage your library account. Search for books, music, movies, and more. Browse new and available now and on-order titles, as well as our special collections that include American Girl BeForever dolls, cake pans, jigsaw puzzles, and sensory backpacks. View summaries, series info, more about authors, read-alikes, reviews, and place holds, and view/manage your account. 

Create a great-looking, well-written resume that will give you the edge in today's ultra-competitive job market. A library card is required for remote use, and an account with an email and password is needed to use the document manager. 

Free online tutoring, test prep, and job search assistance. The skills center is available 24/7, and live one-to-one tutoring for K-College is available seven days a week. Spanish and Vietnamese tutoring is available. The Adult Education and Career Center is available from 10 AM – midnight. Some features require an account with email and password.  (State Library resource)

Assistance is available seven days a week from 10 AM - midnight. Assistance includes online job search & applications, resumes & cover letters, interview preparation, and drop-off resume review.

Prepare for your test, start a new career or advance in your current field, achieve your undergrad goals, or achieve your personal education and career goals. Topics include career preparation (including Law Enforcement, Postal Worker, Nursing, Civil Service, and Teaching), High School Equivalency (GED, HiSET, or TASC), College Admissions (ACT, SAT, PSAT), improving Math skills, U.S. Citizenship, etc. Login requires a username and password.  (State Library resource)

Browse this index of popular Louisiana periodicals.

Find full-text articles, magazines, journals, eBooks, and audiobooks.    (State Library resource)

Browse magazines, newspapers, journals, newswire, transcripts, etc. Includes The New York Times, The Washington Post, USA Today, Good Housekeeping, and older issues of Consumer Reports. Save, share, and download content from anywhere and on any device. Set search result alerts and/or publication alerts. Login: Google or Microsoft. Note: A library card is needed for remote access. Here's a list of all publications. 

Search publicly available scholarly content from journal articles, pre-prints, trade journals, books, conference papers and proceedings, and reports from around the world. Includes content from major subject repositories such as arXiv as well as open-access journals. 

Enhance your language skills with conversational-based lessons. Features include family profiles, download lessons that can be used in offline/airplane mode, quizzes, cultural notes, unique courses (ex: Shakespearean insults), a translation option, and movie or engagement mode. Mango Premiere (watch or engage with foreign films). NOTE: Premiere is limited to the desktop version. Access Mango Movies under the 'explore' tab within a chosen language. Login requires email or username, and password. Guest access is available with limited access. TIP: Create a new account in the browser prior to using the app.    

Learn a new language with daily lessons, personalized courses, and learning guides for over 160+ languages. Personalize by interest level, level and speed of learning, age range, drills, quizzes, daily learning reminders, and time allocation for learning. Specialty courses include English as a Second Language and American Sign Language. Features include video clips, music, occupations, PDF phrasebooks, video tours of cities, just for kids section, and play scripts. Login requires email and password; instant access within the library doesn't require a library card, but may have limited access. (State Library) 

A collection of animated, talking picture books - chapter books, nonfiction, math stories, language learning, puzzles, games, and lesson plans for K-6 grade. TumbleSearch -  search by title, language, subject, Accelerated Reader, and more.  

Learn all about the law and the American judicial system. Sources include Gale Encyclopedia of American Law, Supreme Court Drama, and Crime and Punishment in America Reference Library.

Access essential State of Louisiana legal forms that are customizable for the most common legal procedures. Categories include real estate, wills, premarital agreements, bankruptcy, divorce, and landlord-tenant. Find litigation forms, court samples, checklists, and sample letters. NOTE: Consult an attorney for serious legal matters.

Browse online full-text consumer legal reference books, full-text publications, and legal forms. Many of the full-text legal reference books are provided through Nolo. (State Library resource)

Browse info on relevant topics from starting a company, operations management, and sales to growing or rescuing a business. Get example business plans and legal guides. (State Library resource)

Search and manage your library account. Search for books, music, movies, and more. Browse new and available now and on-order titles, as well as our special collections that include American Girl BeForever dolls, cake pans, jigsaw puzzles, and sensory backpacks. View summaries, series info, more about authors, read-alikes, reviews, and place holds, and view/manage your account. 

Browse online catalogs for all Louisiana public libraries. Place holds on titles, and manage your interlibrary loans, or request that the library add an item to its collection.

Search online library catalogs for all Louisiana Universities.

Search the library's online catalog to find both physical and digital titles. Never be without your library with the built-in virtual card, view library events, find locations, link accounts without logging in/out, and more.   

A cross-search resource for researchers and students to search across various resources to discover and analyze content. Sources include Literature Resource Center, Literature Criticism Online, Dictionary of Literary Biography Complete Online, Something About the Author Online, Contemporary Authors Online, LitFinder, Scribner Writers Online, Twayne's Authors Online, and MLA International Biography. 

A full-text literary collection of reference works across all genres and time periods. Includes poems, short stories, classic novels, plot summaries, critical essays, literary journals, reference books, and author biographies, plus lesson plans and literary study guides.  (State Library resource)

Search essays of 2,000+ authors and literary genres. This database is accessible through Gale Literary Sources.

Search illustrated biographical profiles of authors and artists for children and young adults, ranging from established award winners to authors and illustrators. This database is accessible through Gale Literary Sources.

The starting point for research papers on literary works and figures, special projects, and presentations. Search full-text, frequently-used Twayne Literary Masters books on individual World, US, or English authors, providing literary critical interpretation and discussion. This database is available through Gale Literary Sources.

Browse digital material - Louisiana's history, culture, places, and people. BONUS: Browse the library's yearbook collection. (State Library resource)

Free access to various newspaper websites and indexes for Louisiana and other states. 

Browse the 2002 collection of Louisiana born-digital public documents. The physical collection is located in the digital resources' repository at the State Library of Louisiana. 

A collection of online subscription databases provided free of charge to all Louisiana library cardholders. Includes educational and research materials for elementary, high school, and college students well into the undergraduate and graduate levels. Remote access requires a library card. View this list of additional free resources.

Browse this index of popular Louisiana periodicals.

Find full-text articles, magazines, journals, eBooks, and audiobooks.    (State Library resource)

Browse magazines, newspapers, journals, newswire, transcripts, etc. Includes The New York Times, The Washington Post, USA Today, Good Housekeeping, and older issues of Consumer Reports. Save, share, and download content from anywhere and on any device. Set search result alerts and/or publication alerts. Login: Google or Microsoft. Note: A library card is needed for remote access. Here's a list of all publications. 

Borrow eBooks, audiobooks, movies, TV shows, music, and comics. Check out up to 30 titles per month. Collections include Craftsy, French-language read-alongs, sign language material, and DC Comics. Available apps for Amazon, Chromecast, AppleTV, AndroidTV, FireTV, and Roku. BingePass: 7 days of unlimited access with just one hoopla borrow; current access includes Curiosity Stream, hoopla magazines, The Reading Corner, Learn About the World: People, Places, and Holidays, Hellosaurus, Kids Vidz, STEAM Powered Kids, The Highlights Collection, Growing Up: Social Emotional Learning for Kids, Read-Along 2 Learn, Cuentos para ninos en espanol, and The Great Courses. Enjoy Bonus Borrows! These titles don't count toward the monthly lending limits. A kids mode option is available.     

Borrow up to 10 audiobooks, eBooks, magazines, and videos per library card. Track reading history and positions/bookmarks/notes sync across devices. A library card and PIN are required, and an email address is required to place holds. A bonus feature is Deep Search which enables users to discover and add a Notify Me tag to a title to ensure you are notified if that title is ever offered in the future. Kindle users: Option 1: Install the app on Kindle. Option 2: In the browser, access libbyapp.com. Instant Digital Cards (using a mobile phone number) - Only valid for one year and cannot be renewed.      

Search and manage your library account. Search for books, music, movies, and more. Browse new and available now and on-order titles, as well as our special collections that include American Girl BeForever dolls, cake pans, jigsaw puzzles, and sensory backpacks. View summaries, series info, more about authors, read-alikes, reviews, and place holds, and view/manage your account. 

Borrow up to 10 audiobooks, eBooks, magazines, and videos per library card. Track reading history and positions/bookmarks/notes sync across devices. Magazines are excluded from the checkout limit. A library card and PIN are required, and an email address is required to place holds. Instant Digital Card option: use mobile phone number; valid for 1 yr, and can't be renewed. Kindle users have two options: Option 1: Install the app on Kindle. Option 2: In the browser, access libbyapp.com. Libby app is also available for Windows, Mac, and Chromebooks. NOTE: The Recommend to Library option will sunset on May 1st. Use the Libby app to use the deep search and Notify me tags as an alternative.     

Search publicly available scholarly content from journal articles, pre-prints, trade journals, books, conference papers and proceedings, and reports from around the world. Includes content from major subject repositories such as arXiv as well as open-access journals. 

Borrow eBooks, audiobooks, movies, TV shows, music, and comics. Check out up to 30 titles per month. Collections include Craftsy, French-language read-alongs, sign language material, and DC Comics. Available apps for Amazon, Chromecast, AppleTV, AndroidTV, FireTV, and Roku. BingePass: 7 days of unlimited access with just one hoopla borrow; current access includes Curiosity Stream, hoopla magazines, The Reading Corner, Learn About the World: People, Places, and Holidays, Hellosaurus, Kids Vidz, STEAM Powered Kids, The Highlights Collection, Growing Up: Social Emotional Learning for Kids, Read-Along 2 Learn, Cuentos para ninos en espanol, and The Great Courses. Enjoy Bonus Borrows! These titles don't count toward the monthly lending limits. A kids mode option is available.     

Stream up to 13 titles per month. Enjoy critically acclaimed movies, inspiring documentaries, award-winning foreign films, and more! Stream anytime and anywhere from desktop to TV to tablet. Each checkout for a movie lasts 72 hours. No checkout limits for the Great Courses (lectures - history, better living, science, language learning, etc.) and Kids’ Corner. Library card, PIN, and email address are required. Apps for Chromecast, Roku, Apple TV, Android TV, Fire tablet, Fire TV, and Samsung.    

Browse educational and engaging videos for children of all ages. Access unlimited plays and parental controls are available. 

Borrow up to 10 audiobooks, eBooks, magazines, and videos per library card. Track reading history and positions/bookmarks/notes sync across devices. A library card and PIN are required, and an email address is required to place holds. A bonus feature is Deep Search which enables users to discover and add a Notify Me tag to a title to ensure you are notified if that title is ever offered in the future. Kindle users: Option 1: Install the app on Kindle. Option 2: In the browser, access libbyapp.com. Instant Digital Cards (using a mobile phone number) - Only valid for one year and cannot be renewed.      

Search and manage your library account. Search for books, music, movies, and more. Browse new and available now and on-order titles, as well as our special collections that include American Girl BeForever dolls, cake pans, jigsaw puzzles, and sensory backpacks. View summaries, series info, more about authors, read-alikes, reviews, and place holds, and view/manage your account. 

Borrow up to 10 audiobooks, eBooks, magazines, and videos per library card. Track reading history and positions/bookmarks/notes sync across devices. Magazines are excluded from the checkout limit. A library card and PIN are required, and an email address is required to place holds. Instant Digital Card option: use mobile phone number; valid for 1 yr, and can't be renewed. Kindle users have two options: Option 1: Install the app on Kindle. Option 2: In the browser, access libbyapp.com. Libby app is also available for Windows, Mac, and Chromebooks. NOTE: The Recommend to Library option will sunset on May 1st. Use the Libby app to use the deep search and Notify me tags as an alternative.     

Create your own playlists, stream songs and albums, and download songs to keep. This is an ad-free service. Maximum of 5 downloads per card per week and 3 hours of daily streaming. The collection includes Sony Music’s catalog of legendary artists and tons of music videos. A library card and PIN are required, and an email address is required for reminders.    

Borrow eBooks, audiobooks, movies, TV shows, music, and comics. Check out up to 30 titles per month. Collections include Craftsy, French-language read-alongs, sign language material, and DC Comics. Available apps for Amazon, Chromecast, AppleTV, AndroidTV, FireTV, and Roku. BingePass: 7 days of unlimited access with just one hoopla borrow; current access includes Curiosity Stream, hoopla magazines, The Reading Corner, Learn About the World: People, Places, and Holidays, Hellosaurus, Kids Vidz, STEAM Powered Kids, The Highlights Collection, Growing Up: Social Emotional Learning for Kids, Read-Along 2 Learn, Cuentos para ninos en espanol, and The Great Courses. Enjoy Bonus Borrows! These titles don't count toward the monthly lending limits. A kids mode option is available.     

Search and manage your library account. Search for books, music, movies, and more. Browse new and available now and on-order titles, as well as our special collections that include American Girl BeForever dolls, cake pans, jigsaw puzzles, and sensory backpacks. View summaries, series info, more about authors, read-alikes, reviews, and place holds, and view/manage your account. 

Stay informed on local and national topics, people, and events in areas such as business, health, education, jobs and careers, political and social issues, and more. Includes newspapers from big cities and small towns in Louisiana. 

Access text and digitized issues. Coverage for the text edition is from 2002 through the current year, and coverage for the digital edition begins in the year 2022. Available remotely 24/7 on any device, and a library card is required for remote access. NOTE: Current issues of the Southwest Daily News can be found under the digitized copy of American Press issues.

Read current/weekly issues & archives - choose daily or archive, then tap/click Log In.
Jan. 2022: The vendor is currently migrating archived issues into a new system which means that there are missing issues. The Sunday and Monday papers are no longer being printed. ALTERNATIVE: For archives in text format for the years 2002 to current, use the American Press Collection resource.

Search and manage your library account. Search for books, music, movies, and more. Browse new and available now and on-order titles, as well as our special collections that include American Girl BeForever dolls, cake pans, jigsaw puzzles, and sensory backpacks. View summaries, series info, more about authors, read-alikes, reviews, and place holds, and view/manage your account. 

Free access to various newspaper websites and indexes for Louisiana and other states. 

View information for current events, special reports, and content from local, regional, and national sources. Included sources: America's News, Southwest Daily News, Louisiana News Sources, USA Today, USA, and America's News Magazines. BONUS: Access Heritage Hub, the largest and most comprehensive collection of newspaper obituaries and death notices. NOTE: A library card is required for remote access.

Explore your family history and discover key historical events with one of the world's largest online newspaper archives.

Browse historical newspapers from around the United States and beyond. NOTE: The library's subscription covers up to the year 1922. Powered by Newspapers.com™ by Ancestry® - ProQuest.

Access archives dating back to 2001. If looking for more current issues, see the American Press collection. Choose the image format. This paper is located towards the end of the American Press paper. Available remotely 24/7 on any device.

Search current and archived issues with full-color newspaper pages, full-text articles, and content only published online. Text-only issues: 1987 to current; digital image issues: 2006 to current. 24/7 remote access on any device.

Welcome to the National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled's free digital book download service. Find available digital books and magazines.

Free info for families who have children with disabilities on how to access services and resources. 

TBBL provides free public library service to Louisiana residents of all ages who cannot easily read standard printed materials due to a visual impairment, physical disability, or a reading disability whether it is permanent or temporary.

Be ready for your test with these practice tests containing the most essential CNA questions that will help you prepare for your exam. 

Access Office of Motor Vehicles (OMV) practice tests for motorcycles, automobiles, and commercial vehicle permits and licenses. 

Prepare for your test, start a new career or advance in your current field, achieve your undergrad goals, or achieve your personal education and career goals. Topics include career preparation (including Law Enforcement, Postal Worker, Nursing, Civil Service, and Teaching), High School Equivalency (GED, HiSET, or TASC), College Admissions (ACT, SAT, PSAT), improving Math skills, U.S. Citizenship, etc. Login requires a username and password.  (State Library resource)

Prepare for the Naturalization Test with online courses; including 100 interactive videos, drills, and quizzes for practice, with a focus on the 100 questions that actually appear on the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services Naturalization Test. 

Search primary source documents, news articles, and Associated Press videos to complete homework and research projects. (State Library resource)

Find reading recommendations - authors and titles of interest and browse theme-oriented book lists. Includes picture books, children's "chapter" books, and children's and younger teen titles in both fiction and non-fiction. View Accelerated Reading information. Follow the View Copies button to connect to the library's online catalog to find out its location and availability status. A Library card is required for remote access.

Search and manage your library account. Search for books, music, movies, and more. Browse new and available now and on-order titles, as well as our special collections that include American Girl BeForever dolls, cake pans, jigsaw puzzles, and sensory backpacks. View summaries, series info, more about authors, read-alikes, reviews, and place holds, and view/manage your account. 

Browse full-text searchable reviews of titles - books, music, and DVD/video titles. (State Library resource)

Browse book recommendations, reviews, supplementary materials for book clubs, and search tools designed to help you find books you’ll love. View recently released books, and notable books publishing soon, recommended titles by genre, time period, setting, and theme, handpicked read-alikes for both books and authors, reading guides, advice for book clubs, and online discussions. 

Find reading suggestions for fiction and nonfiction titles for all age levels. Search by title, author, subject, time period, character, reading level, etc. 

Enjoy reading recommendations by CPPL staff - featured bloggers and guest bloggers. New recommendations are posted every Wednesday.

Search and manage your library account. Search for books, music, movies, and more. Browse new and available now and on-order titles, as well as our special collections that include American Girl BeForever dolls, cake pans, jigsaw puzzles, and sensory backpacks. View summaries, series info, more about authors, read-alikes, reviews, and place holds, and view/manage your account. 

Find reading recommendations - authors and titles of interest and browse theme-oriented book lists. Includes picture books, children's "chapter" books, and children's and younger teen titles in both fiction and non-fiction. View Accelerated Reading information. Follow the View Copies button to connect to the library's online catalog to find out its location and availability status. A Library card is required for remote access.

Find reading recommendations, fiction or nonfiction. Find books that match your interests, read-alikes for your favorite titles and authors, ready-made book lists on your favorite genres, award-winning titles, and helpful guides for finding titles by reading level. Follow the View Copies button to connect to the library's online catalog to find out its location and availability status. A Library card is required for remote access.

Receive a 5-minute teaser. If you like it, connect to the library's online catalog to find out its location and availability status.

Earn virtual badges with reading challenges and activities, follow your friends, and receive book recommendations based on your profile information and reading habits. Register as an individual, family, or group.   

Browse online catalogs for all Louisiana public libraries. Place holds on titles, and manage your interlibrary loans, or request that the library add an item to its collection.

Browse this index of popular Louisiana periodicals.

Browse this collection of biographical titles, including the Encyclopedia of World Biography and An African Biographical Dictionary. (Gale)

Browse this collection of full-text biographies, as well as narrative biographies.  (State Library resource)

Download full-color and black-and-white non-fiction e-books for ages preschool to 18.

Browse country economic data, company profiles, industry info, and market research. (State Library resource)

Search reliable info from medical encyclopedias, popular reference books, and magazine articles. (State Library resource)

Take a scholarly lens into the lives and works of the most influential literary figures through biographical and critical essays. Access unique materials like manuscript pages, diary entries, and more. (Gale)

Find full-text articles, magazines, journals, eBooks, and audiobooks.    (State Library resource)

Search primary source documents, news articles, and Associated Press videos to complete homework and research projects.  (State Library resource)

Search primary source documents, news articles, and Associated Press videos to complete homework and research projects.  (State Library resource)

Search primary source documents, news articles, and Associated Press videos to complete homework and research projects. (State Library resource)

Search primary source documents, news articles, and Associated Press videos to complete research projects.   (State Library resource)

Search reference titles for multidisciplinary research. Subjects include American and world history, biography, health, arts, business, travel, religion, and multicultural studies.

A cross-search resource for researchers and students to search across various resources to discover and analyze content. Sources include Literature Resource Center, Literature Criticism Online, Dictionary of Literary Biography Complete Online, Something About the Author Online, Contemporary Authors Online, LitFinder, Scribner Writers Online, Twayne's Authors Online, and MLA International Biography. 

Browse this list of subscription research resources. Topics include biographies, business, explorers, health, homework help, immigrants, Indians, government, and travel.

Library databases/resources and third-party websites - general, American, Black History, Hispanic, Native American, and Women's history. (created by CPPL staff)

Search reference books, encyclopedias and non-fiction books, periodicals, historical documents, biographies of historical figures, historical photos and maps, and historical videos.  (State Library resource)

Browse online full-text consumer legal reference books, full-text publications, and legal forms. Many of the full-text legal reference books are provided through Nolo. (State Library resource)

A full-text literary collection of reference works across all genres and time periods. Includes poems, short stories, classic novels, plot summaries, critical essays, literary journals, reference books, and author biographies, plus lesson plans and literary study guides.  (State Library resource)

Browse the 2002 collection of Louisiana born-digital public documents. The physical collection is located in the digital resources' repository at the State Library of Louisiana. 

Browse full-text science encyclopedias, reference books, and periodicals.  (State Library resource)

Create a great-looking, well-written resume that will give you the edge in today's ultra-competitive job market. A library card is required for remote use, and an account with an email and password is needed to use the document manager. 

A collection of online subscription databases provided free of charge to all Louisiana library cardholders. Includes educational and research materials for elementary, high school, and college students well into the undergraduate and graduate levels. Remote access requires a library card. View this list of additional free resources.

Research and track investments, get up-to-date information about stocks, funds, and other investment options, plus calculators and tools to help you manage your portfolio. Access is limited to three simultaneous users. If the limit has been reached either inside or outside the library, you'll receive an "access denied" message. 

Research and track investments, get up-to-date information about stocks, funds, and other investment options, plus calculators and tools to help you manage your portfolio. Access is limited to three simultaneous users. If the limit has been reached either inside or outside the library, you'll receive an "access denied" message. 

Explore stocks using interactive tools and in-depth reports. Track the stock market with an easy-to-use dashboard and customizable tools. Read expert commentary on changes in the market, compare and contrast companies across 100 industries, and stay up to date on market trends and shifts with investment reports updated weekly. Limited to 8 simultaneous users.

Access IRS and State of Louisiana tax forms and find tax aid services within our community or online.

Explore library services such as printing, fax and scanning, charging stations, and Wi-Fi. 

24/7 access to on-demand video courses in multiple languages taught by world-class instructors. Courses include soft skills, personal development, preparing for certifications, and more. You'll need a library card and a Google or Microsoft account. Users must be 13 years or older. An app is available. App notes: "your team".udemy.com - enter gale in the "your team" field to get started. Choose the public library option, enter Calcasieu Parish Library in the search field, tap/click the magnifying glass icon, choose Calcasieu Parish Library in the search results, then sign in with your library card.    

Search primary source documents, news articles, and Associated Press videos to complete homework and research projects.  (State Library resource)

Find reading recommendations - authors and titles of interest and browse theme-oriented book lists. Includes picture books, children's "chapter" books, and children's and younger teen titles in both fiction and non-fiction. View Accelerated Reading information. Follow the View Copies button to connect to the library's online catalog to find out its location and availability status. A Library card is required for remote access.

Access ebooks and other digital content for grades 6 – 12; including student-favorite Graphic Novels, enhanced e-books with full audio narration and highlighted text, classic literature, National Geographic videos, and more.   (State Library resource)

Explore our 50 states! Find facts, figures, farmer’s markets, recipes, image collections, sports, recreation, and more.

Be ready for your test with these practice tests containing the most essential CNA questions that will help you prepare for your exam. 

Free online tutoring, test prep, and job search assistance. The skills center is available 24/7, and live one-to-one tutoring for K-College is available seven days a week. Spanish and Vietnamese tutoring is available. The Adult Education and Career Center is available from 10 AM – midnight. Some features require an account with email and password.  (State Library resource)

Prepare for your test, start a new career or advance in your current field, achieve your undergrad goals, or achieve your personal education and career goals. Topics include career preparation (including Law Enforcement, Postal Worker, Nursing, Civil Service, and Teaching), High School Equivalency (GED, HiSET, or TASC), College Admissions (ACT, SAT, PSAT), improving Math skills, U.S. Citizenship, etc. Login requires a username and password.  (State Library resource)

Need help using library resources and services or different software and technology tools? Browse this collection of online tutorials.

Prepare for the Naturalization Test with online courses; including 100 interactive videos, drills, and quizzes for practice, with a focus on the 100 questions that actually appear on the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services Naturalization Test. 

24/7 access to on-demand video courses in multiple languages taught by world-class instructors. Courses include soft skills, personal development, preparing for certifications, and more. You'll need a library card and a Google or Microsoft account. Users must be 13 years or older. An app is available. App notes: "your team".udemy.com - enter gale in the "your team" field to get started. Choose the public library option, enter Calcasieu Parish Library in the search field, tap/click the magnifying glass icon, choose Calcasieu Parish Library in the search results, then sign in with your library card.    

Borrow eBooks, audiobooks, movies, TV shows, music, and comics. Check out up to 30 titles per month. Collections include Craftsy, French-language read-alongs, sign language material, and DC Comics. Available apps for Amazon, Chromecast, AppleTV, AndroidTV, FireTV, and Roku. BingePass: 7 days of unlimited access with just one hoopla borrow; current access includes Curiosity Stream, hoopla magazines, The Reading Corner, Learn About the World: People, Places, and Holidays, Hellosaurus, Kids Vidz, STEAM Powered Kids, The Highlights Collection, Growing Up: Social Emotional Learning for Kids, Read-Along 2 Learn, Cuentos para ninos en espanol, and The Great Courses. Enjoy Bonus Borrows! These titles don't count toward the monthly lending limits. A kids mode option is available.     

Browse digital material - Louisiana's history, culture, places, and people. BONUS: Browse the library's yearbook collection. (State Library resource)

A collection of various Calcasieu Parish high school yearbooks that were loaned to CPPL for digitization. Learn more about the digitization project.