Over 60 foreign language courses featuring native speakers – over 17 ESL/ELL courses, targeting essential and necessary dialogue – fun and cultural specialty courses, including Romantic Courses, Pirate, and Medical Spanish – learn on the go: take a self-paced lesson, anytime-anywhere, via free mobile apps.
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This database is available to residents of Killingworth, Haddam, and Higganum, thanks to a sponsorship by the HK Rotary Club.
Click the icon to receive full access to ratings, reviews, consumer news, and more. Enter KL and the first 5 digits of your library card barcode when prompted.
VetNow is designed to help veterans get access to benefits and transition to civilian life. In addition to live chats with experts who can help guide users through benefits and job searching, there are job training and resume-writing resources. Click the icon and enter your Killingworth Library barcode number (no spaces) to log in.
Tips and resources to help start your job search ~ Expert resume assistance, templates and tips ~ Live interview coaching ~ Live tutoring, test prep, and an online writing lab. Click the icon and enter your Killingworth Library barcode number (no spaces) to log in.
More resources for job searchers, including occupational test preparation, GED help, and information to help you find the right career for you.
Easy to follow website tips for computer users of all skill levels! 60+ courses with over 900 tutorials, covering popular websites in social media, shopping, literature, education, entertainment, and more ~ also tips on Internet safety, privacy, passwords, and wifi. TechBoomers partners with libraries around North America, guaranteeing quality information and ease of use. Simply click the icon to get started.
Local Interest
Town of Killingworth– Town government info, including departments, boards, and commisions; a meeting calendar; and town and emergency services updates.
Killingworth Historical Society– Home to the history of our town! Learn more about Killingworth’s colonial life, churches, military history, and daily life in past times. Also upcoming Society events and a photo gallery.
HK Now – Daily listing of sports, school, and library events, a calendar of town meetings, and town- and state-related links.
HK Recreation–Information on child care programs, sports leagues (for children and adults), pool schedules, road trips, special events, and more.
News and Noteworthy in Our Area
Connecticut Mirror
WTNH Channel 8
WFSB Channel 3
WVIT Channel 30/NBC
WTIC Fox 61
PBS
CNN
Business
CIO
Connecticut Licensing Info Center
Fortune
Wall Street Journal
Career and Job Resources
Bureau of Labor Statistics
Chronicle of Higher Education
Indeed.com
Monster.com
Salary Surveys
Work Connecticut
Education
For further college & university resources, please see the links on the Young Adult page.
Connecticut Mentor
National Center for Education Statistics
Entertainment
Hollywood Reporter
TV Guide
People Magazine
Government
Connecticut Emissions Program
Connecticut Motor Vehicle Department
Federal Resources
House of Representatives
IRS
National Archives
Senate
State of Connecticut
Health and Medical
Access Health CT– Connecticut residents and small employers, find out if you may qualify for a savings on health insurance, compare quality plans, and enroll – all in one place.
Alliance for Aging Research– award-winning, expert-reviewed resources that help caregivers take care of their loved ones and themselves
American Cancer Society
Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Consumer Health Info for You and Your Family
Guide to Health Care Quality
HealthCare.gov– information on the new Health Care Reform Law (3/10)
Healthnet– Connecticut Consumer Health Information
Hospital Compare– a quality tool for adults, including people with Medicare (U.S. Dept. Health & Human Services)
National Care Planning Council: Long-Term Care Information
Mayo Clinic
MedlinePlus Health Information
Middlesex Hospital Cancer Center Library– comprehensive collection on the diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship of cancer
Partnership for Prescription Assistance
Connecticut Department of Public Health
Miscellaneous
AARP Connecticut
Caller Complaints
Connecticut Housing Search– statewide listing service for affordable, accessible and market-rate rental housing.
Connecticut Judicial Branch Law Libraries
CT History
CT Visit – official site of the Connecticut Commision on Culture and Tourism
Fuel Economy Web Site
H-Connecticut– Discussion forum for Connecticut’s history and heritage communities.
How Stuff Works
InfoLine 211
Kelley Blue Book
Old Farmer’s Almanac
People Smart– nationwide people search
Recipes
Thomas Register Online
