Learn how to access library databases inside and outside the Library building.
Video Guides
Watch a video we created. Videos are a terrific way to get started using resources to increase your business. Want more assistance than provided on the video? Our staff can help. Contact the library to schedule a one-on-one consultation about using any of these resources.
Find a variety of downloadable, customizable legal forms on Legalforms from Gale. This database includes forms to assist businesses with the wording of contracts, licenses and partnership agreements and many other essential legal forms. This resource is accessible outside the Library with a Skokie Public Library card.
LegalForms from Gale is a tremendous resource for finding a large variety of helpful downloadable, customizable business forms. This resource is accessible outside the Library with a Skokie Public Library card.
Find major companies in your industry or build targeted contact lists using ReferenceUSA. This brief (3:29) video explains how. ReferenceUSA is free and accessible outside the Library with your Skokie Public Library card.
Illinois Public Records- Record Information Services (formerly known as Public Records Electronic Database.) Create lists of new and recently opened start-up companies in the Chicago area. The database is searchable by community, zip code, or owner’s last name. This resource is accessible outside the Library with a Skokie Public Library card.
Discover new customers with lists of new homeowners in the area using Illinois Public Records- Record Information Services (formally known as Public Records Electronic Database.) This resource is accessible outside the Library with a Skokie Public Library card.
