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Sunday, February 12, 2012. The library is open today from 12:00pm to 4:00pm
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Bare Bones 101: A Basic Tutorial on Searching the Web
So, you're still getting those 1,670,000+ responses to your search queries on the Web, and you're
still too busy to do anything about it, like reading the lengthy, and sometimes confusing, 'help'
screens to find out how to improve your searching techniques.
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BigCharts
BigCharts is an investment research web site providing access to professional-level research tools like
interactive charts, quotes, industry analysis, intraday stock screeners, as well as market news & commentary.
To find retrospective stock quotes, back to 1970, use www.bigcharts.com. There
is a 'find symbol' link if you know the company name but not the ticker symbol. |
ReferenceUSA (For Comsewogue Public Library cardholders only)
A directory of more than 14 million public and private businesses. Simply enter your Comsewogue Public Library card barcode to gain access. Business data includes contact information, average sales, number of employees, and more. Custom searches give the ability to search by various terms including company name, industry, and geographical location.
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Brookhaven Chamber of Commerce
Organization of all Chambers of Commerce in Brookhaven Town, including the Port Jefferson
Station/Terryville Chamber of Commerce and the Council of Dedicated Merchants, which includes
Miller Place and Mt. Sinai
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Mount Sinai Heritage Center
The Mount Sinai Heritage Center, located at the "wedge", is bordered by Route 25A, County Route 83 and Mount Sinai-Coram Road. Comsewogue Library cardholders can log on to one of Comsewogue's computers at the Heritage Center to access our homepage and all the tools there as well as accessing the Internet.
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Port Jefferson Station / Terryville Hamlet Study
This study, produced by the Hamlet Study Steering Committee, covers the neighborhoods of Port Jefferson Station and Terryville. It includes data from surveys of community issues, an overview of area history, demographics, facilities, parkland, traffic and housing. The study also includes land use and community planning information.
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Better Business Bureau
Provides business reliability reports and national charity reviews. Local BBB information
and online complaint filing are also available.
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Charity Navigator
Charity Navigator is a nonprofit organization that provides information on over five thousand charities. They evaluate a charities financial health, accountability and transparency and provide data to support those ratings.
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Fuel Economy Guide
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency(EPA) and U.S. Department of Energy(DOE) developed this site to help car buyers choose
the most fuel-efficient vehicle that meets their needs. Calculate your MPG, compare the energy efficiency of certain cars,
learn about alternative fuels, and more.
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nadaguides.com
Your site for free consumer pricing on New Cars, Used Cars, Classic Cars, Power Sports, Marine,
Recreation Vehicles, Aircraft and Manufactured Housing.
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Learning Express Library
Practice tests, exercises, skill-building courses, and information you need to achieve the results you want-at school, at work, or in life.
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AARP - Careers, Jobs, Work
A good source for the older worker. Find out which employers value the 50+ workforce, tips on networking and more.
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America's Career InfoNet
This site, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor, offers interactive career tools and other resources for
job seekers, students, and businesses.
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Careerbuilder
A recruitment resource searchable by location, keyword, and job category.
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Federal Government Jobs
Has the most current information about federal jobs, searchable by agency, job title, series or keyword. There
is an electronic application process, if desired.
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Jobhaven
This Town of Brookhaven website is a place where job seekers can go to find job listings posted by Brookhaven area employers. The
site provides current postings that include job descriptions, position requirements, company information and instructions for
applying. There are also many useful links to other employment websites as well as small business resources.
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Jobs Express
This website provides help to those seeking employment in New York State. The site provides job listings by region. Links are included for applying for positions online. The site also includes video tutorials on resume writing, interview techniques, and transitioning to new careers.
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Occupational Outlook Handbook
Bureau of Labor Statistics provides career information, searchable by occupation. Describes necessary
training and education, earnings, and future growth of each job.
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Suffolk County Department of Civil Service
Has the most up-to-date jobs in the Suffolk County Department of Civil Service. One can search by
job title or by posting date. Several forms and applications are available.
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Catastrophe Readiness Clearinghouse
This Middle Country Public Library site, sponsored by Allstate Foundation, provides tools to empower families, individuals, and
small businesses to more effectively plan their own strategies for responding to potentially catastrophic events.
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Librarians' Index to the Internet
The Librarians' Index to the Internet is a searchable, annotated subject directory of more than
7,300 Internet resources selected and evaluated by librarians for their usefulness to users of
public libraries. It's meant to be used by both librarians and non-librarians as a reliable and
efficient guide to described and evaluated Internet resources.
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refdesk.com:
Refdesk encompasses a diverse, searchable collection of links that provide fast access and easy
navigation to quality Internet sites, including facts at a glance, current news, and fact finders.
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Salem History (For Comsewogue Public Library Cardholders Only)
Online access to The Decades Series, covers social, economic, and cultural information of the United States during certain time periods.
Online access to Great Lives from History, a biographical resource that offers worldwide coverage of people in all areas of achievement.
Online access to Great Events from History, an expansive view of history organized around significant events. |
U.S. Census 2000 Demographics
Profiles of general, social and economic characteristics of a geographic area are available from this Census Bureau site.
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Congress.org
At Congress.org, you can read about legislation being debated by Congress, research recent
votes and identify your representatives.
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FirstGov: Your First Click to the U.S. Government
The first-ever government web site to provide the public with easy, one-stop access to all online U.S. Federal
Government resources. This cutting-edge site gives the American people the 'Information Age' government they
deserve.
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myBenefits
This New York State government (Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance) website provides information about
many health and human services programs available to New York State residents. Included here is information about
assistance programs such as Food Stamps, School Meals and WIC, health programs such as Medicaid, Child Health Plus
and EPIC as well as information about tax credits.
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THOMAS: Legislative Information on the Internet
THOMAS is a government site that makes Federal Legislative information readily available to the public
on the Internet. The three major areas covered by this site are, Legislation, Congressional Record, and
Committees. One can also locate specific legislation, searchable by bill number or keyword.
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Town of Brookhaven
An informative site about local government offices and our community. Learn about local recreation, waste management,
elected officials, and much more. A searchable Brookhaven Town Code is also available.
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American Medical Association
The AMA offers information for patients, physicians, and health professionals. Some of the most
helpful parts of this site include the doctor finder and the hospital finder.
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Directory Of America's Hospitals
The directory is searchable by location, type, specialization, and services offered. All data
is supplied by the AHA(American Hospital Association).
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Disability.gov
This Federal government website contains disability-related resources on programs, services, laws
and regulation. Information about benefits, community life, education, employment, housing and more
are included on this website.
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HealthCare.gov
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services website that provides information about affordable health
care options including information for people with disabilities. Information about the Affordable Care Act
is also provided.
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KidsHealth
Created by the nonprofit Nemours Foundation's Center for Children's Health Media, this site
offers pediatrician-approved information about health, behavior, and development from before
birth through the teen years. It has three different sections that are designed and created
for parents, kids and teens.
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Mayo Clinic
Developed by the not-for-profit medical practice, Mayo Clinic, this web site offers comprehensive health
information for the general public. Information about diseases, treatments, drugs, supplements and clinical trials
is available.
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Medline Plus
Created by the National Library of Medicine, This site has extensive information on over 590 diseases and
conditions. Includes prescription and non-prescription drug information.
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myBenefits
This New York State government (Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance) website provides information about
many health and human services programs available to New York State residents. Included here is information about
assistance programs such as Food Stamps, School Meals and WIC, health programs such as Medicaid, Child Health Plus
and EPIC as well as information about tax credits.
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New York State Hospital Profiles
This New York State Department of Health website has information about hospitals in New York State and
is searchable by region.
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New York State Nursing Homes
This New York State Department of Health website has information about New York State nursing
homes, searchable by region.
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New York State Physician Profile
Profiles for all licensed doctors of medicine and doctors of osteopathy who are registered to practice medicine in New York State.
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NIHSeniorHealth
This easy-to-use website features basic health and wellness information for older adults from the National Institutes of Health.
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NOAH: New York Online Access to Health
NOAH seeks to provide high quality full-text health information for consumers that is accurate, timely,
relevant and unbiased. NOAH currently supports English and Spanish.
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Professional Misconduct and Physician Discipline
The Office of Professional Medical Conduct (OPMC) is responsible for investigating complaints about
physicians, physician assistants and specialist assistants. The Office also monitors practitioners who
have been placed on probation. It provides a listing of all physicians, physician assistants and specialist
assistants who have been disciplined since 1992.
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Brookhaven Town Code
This site contains the codes and regulations for the Town of Brookhaven. Browse by subject or search by
keyword. A listing of legislation that has not yet officially been codified can also be found here.
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FindLaw for the Public
FindLaw provides access to legal resources for use by all. It focuses on legal issues and provides
a broad array of features that include cases and codes (federal, state and international), legal
guides, web search utilities, and a 'Find a Lawyer' search engine which can search by zip code and
practice area.
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Internet Law Library
A well organized site that provides access to law sources, including the U.S. Code, State
and Federal U.S. laws, laws of other nations, treaties, as well as links to law schools and
law libraries around the world.
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LawHelp.org
Created by the nonprofit organization, Pro Bono Net. This site is searchable by state, including New York,
providing local legal resources. Includes information about legal rights, social service agencies, courts,
and much more.
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New York State Laws
This site gives a categorical listing of the laws for New York State. Browse by subject or search by keyword.
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Suffolk County Laws
The Laws of Suffolk County, NY, online. Browse by subject or search by keyword.
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United States Code
The United States Code is the codification by subject matter of the general and permanent laws of the
United States. Browse by subject or search by keyword.
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2-1-1 Long Island database
A free, online directory of health, human services, and education agencies and programs on Long Island – services for children, teens, adults, families and seniors in both Nassau and Suffolk counties.
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Long Island Association Annual Business Factbook
Contains detailed information concerning Long Island’s economic output, demography, labor force, consumer sector and real estate markets. It analyzes employment and wages in financial services, technology, health care, educational services and tourism.
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Long Island Index
Presents information about the education, health, economic and environmental trends in our neighborhoods. This
site can be used to raise awareness on local issues or to gather local statistics. Use interactive maps and
surveys to find out more about your community!
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Suffolk Historic Newspapers
This site is a centralized, searchable collection of Suffolk County's newspaper heritage. Town newspapers include The Port Jefferson Echo,
The Corrector, The Long Island Traveler, The Long Islander, The Mid-Island Mail, Sag Harbor Express, South Side Signal and the Suffolk County News.
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