Explore and stay informed on local, national and international topics, people and events in areas such as business, health, education, jobs and careers, political and social issues and more. Features a wide variety of credible, vetted news sources from around the world to around the corner, including Chicago Sun-Times, Daily Southtown, Herald News, USA TODAY and more. Also available remotely 24/7 on any device.

Online information on most major manufacturers of domestic and imported vehicles, with repair information for most vintage makes starting as far back as 1954. Includes over 100,000 factory drawings and photos; 65,000 technical service bulletins & recalls; wiring diagrams for easy viewing and printing; specifications & maintenance schedules; Labor Time Guide & Estimator; Quick Tips, a guide to vehicle ownership & maintenance, and more.

Downloadable books and audiobooks for all ages.

Explore a specific issue or event through the detailed coverage provided by local reporting or compare a wide variety of viewpoints from across the country.

Explore Chicago history through local news, events and people with the Chicago Sun-Times Collection.

Automotive repair information. 

Product reviews and ratings.

Award-winning art & craft video classes taught by recognized design experts and artists.

Explore Chicago history through local news, events and people with Daily Southtown Collection.

Free Illinois DMV practice tests.

Access a wide list of databases provided through the Illinois State Library. Databases for: Consumer Health, Biographies, Legal Information, Small Business and more can be accessed here using your Peotone Library Card.

Instant online access to free and discounted tickets to museums, science centers, sporting events, zoos, park districts, theatres, and other fun and local cultural venues.

Over 50 billion library records, magazine articles, proceedings, and more. 

Call the library for the Authorization and password.

Official U.S. government source for fuel economy information.

Wide selection of state-specific legal forms across the most popular legal areas.

Standardized exam preparation, including practice tests, eBooks, and online courses. Ideal for researching undergraduate and graduate school programs, finding tuition assistance, exploring academic opportunities, and preparing for professional careers.

Explore Peotone history through local news, events and people with the Herald News Collection. Search current and archived issues with full-color newspaper pages, full-text articles and content only published online. Also available remotely 24/7 on any device.

Explore your family history  from 1704 – today.

Database of American genealogical sources, dating back to the 1700s.

Streaming movies & TV Shows, plus music, comics, e-books, and e-audio. Six checkouts a month.

Features nearly 1,000 online tutorials, practice tests, and eBooks to help patrons of all ages. It offers job search and workplace skills improvement, skill building in reading, writing, math, and basic science, career certification and licensure exam prep, college and grad school entrance test prep, GED® test prep, and more.

Search legal forms by popular subject areas, including accident, bankruptcy, divorce, personal injury and more. In addition, users can quickly access a list of links to U.S. federal and state legal forms.

Match readers with text using the same scale. Connect learners of all ages with resources at the right level of challenge.

Use your library card to receive admission or a special discount at participating Chicago area cultural destinations!

NewsBank provides a comprehensive collection of reliable news sources covering a wide array of topics and issues.

Created especially for people who love books, NoveList Plus is the premier online database for reading recommendations, available through libraries around the world. Helping readers of all ages find just the right book to read, this comprehensive source of popular and professional book information includes expert recommendations, reviews, articles, lists and more.

Geared towards grades K-8. Online readers’ advisory service that contains information on fiction and nonfiction titles for all ages which can be searched using subject headings. Users can find books in a variety of ways including searching by title, author or plot.

Downloadable books, audiobooks, magazines and streaming videos for all ages.

Printable lessons, mini-books, and more.

This reference database provides detailed, user-friendly repair guides for all manner of small engines, from motorcycles and ATVs to generators and outdoor power equipment.

A collection of state-specific resources with demographic data and other information to meet the needs of small business owners and entrepreneurs. Business videos include interviews, lessons learned, lectures and how-to tips to foster success in all aspects of managing a business.

Read-a-long’s, videos, books, and more!

Learn over 110 languages, including English, on any device. Kid’s version – KidSpeak – also available.

TumbleMath is the most comprehensive collection of math picture books you will find anywhere.

Explore Peotone history through local news, events and people with the USA TODAY Collection. Search current and archived issues with full-color newspaper pages, full-text articles and content only published online. Also available remotely 24/7 on any device.

For preschool students with tools and content that reinforce early childhood curriculum

Safe, trusted, interactive resource for elementary-aged learners.