Schiller Park Public Library

     Hours:  Mon - Thurs: 9 to 9 Fri - Sat: 9 to 5   Sun:  Closed

     Phone:  847-678-0433  FAX:  847-678-0567 

     4200 Old River Road,  Schiller Park, IL  60176    Click for Map to Library

Reference Services

Reference and Reader’s Advisory Services consist of aiding Library patrons in locating and securing needed information.  The information may be found within the Library’s Collection or via use of Electronic Sources.    Reference Service is available to all patrons using the Library.

Reference and Reader’s Advisory Services
Reference and Reader’s Advisory Services include assistance finding materials in the electronic database and on the shelves, subject-heading assistance with other electronic sources, Reader’s Advisory, and the answering of specific questions of patrons, using the Reference Collection and/or Electronic Sources.

Reference or Reader’s Advisory Services by E-Mail
Library Patrons can ask a Reference or Reader’s Advisory Services by E-Mail.  Please, click here to access our electronic Reference Question form.

Research Data Bases for Home Access
Patrons can access many data bases online from home. 
A valid library card is required.  you will be asked to enter your
barcode number and a password.  Your barcode can be found on your library card, and the default password is your last name as shown on the card.

Click here to access the online databases from your home computer. 

World Book Online at Home
Patrons can access World Book Online at home from our website .  You will need your library card number to access World Book.

Click the following link:  World Book Online    Enter your Library Card Number in the space provided. 

 

Please click here to review the Reference Service Policy and Plan