Encyclopædia Britannica

The library's new online resource, Encyclopædia Britannica, is one of the most complete and accurate information sources in the world. It contains both short and book-length articles on every subject.

In addition to the 73,000 articles of the encyclopedia, the Britannica also includes:
  • Britannica Concise Encyclopedia features over 28,000 short articles. These articles can provide quick answers to questions about history, art, science, and other subjects.
  • Britannica's multimedia database includes thousands of photographs, illustrations, and sound files. You can find these items through search and many also accompany encyclopedia articles.
  • Resources in Britannica's Internet Guide can complement the information found in the encyclopedias. Britannica editors have reviewed thousands of Web sites to ensure their quality and appropriateness.
  • Merriam-Webster's Collegiate Dictionary and Thesaurus includes thousands of entries with definitions, pronunciation guides, word histories, synonyms, and antonyms are available through the dictionary and thesaurus.
  • Notable Quotations with more than 4000 quotations from both historical and contemporary men and women on a wide variety of topics can both entertain and provoke new ideas.
  • Gateway to the Classics This selection of 225 works by 140 authors introduces you to the great writing and ideas of the Western world. You can find stories, essays, speeches, and more.

FREE! for a limited time


Thompson Gale is providing free access to 24 of their premiere databases. Databases include:
            • The Making of the Modern World
            • 19th Century Newspapers
            • Declassified Documents Reference System
            • Health and Wellness Resource Center
            • The Shakespeare Collection

Brains?!


The library has a new database: Gallup Brain. this database is a searchable, living record of 70 years of public opinion. Here you'll find answers to more than 136,000 questions, and responses from more than 3.5 million people interviewed by The Gallup Poll since 1935.

Earth Slam!


Slam poetry for the environment...

Monday, April 16, 7 pm
MCC Library Classroom, ground floor

free event! cash prize! refreshments!

Live Poets, Spoken Word Artists and amazing Rhymes will be showcased. Special Slam Guest to participate. Don't miss this one.

Want to perform? sign up & see the rules at Maui Slam. Just want to listen? just show up!

Sponsored by Maui Slam, Maui Sustainability Club, MCC Library.