Library Catalogs
MnPALS
Provides search access of the PTC Learning Resource and Technology Center's on campus collections plus easy access to numerous other libraries using the new Aleph automation system. One can search a specific library's collection or conduct a system wide (all libraries) search. MnPALS replaces the WebPALS system.
MnPALS Plus
An open-source "discovery tool" expanding the search and information features of MnPALS. Faceted searches similar resources, catalog browsing and creation of citations.
MnPALS Plus mobile
Use this link on your mobile device for access to Pine Technical College's Library Catalog.
MnLink
(Minnesota Library Information Network) allows student and faculty access to the collection resources of all types of libraries in the state. The GET IT button for interlibrary loan requests is operational on this system.
MNCAT
For searches of the collections at the University of Minnesota's Twin Cities Campuses.
East Central (MN) Regional Library
For persons living in Pine, Aitkin, Mille Lacs, Kanabec, Chisago and Isanti counties, this is a good supplemental collection to search especially for general research topics, such as environmental, ethical or social issues. If a needed book or non-print item is on the shelf somewhere in the region, it can be delivered to the closest library to your place of residence in a day or two. Apply for a library card.
EBooks
For searches of EBSCO Host's digital collections.
WorldCat
Search access to WorldCat, the world's largest union catalog. This is a good resource to use for unique or less common titles and information.
Minnesota Reflections
Minnesota Digital Library brings you 31,000 images and documents from 95+ cultural heritage organizations in the state.
Debra S. Fish Early Childhood Resource Center
This organization provides services and resources to child care providers, educators and students. For questions and assistance not related to library requests, call 651-641-0305, or send inquiries by e-mail to: info@resourcesforchildcare.org. To search for titles and subject information available in the organization’s library (which is located at the St. Paul Public Library), use MnLINK, Minnesota’s Online Catalog, and select the St. Paul Public Library for your search. If the title needed is listed, select “Get It” to begin the interlibrary loan request process. The Minitex Interlibrary Loan system will send the resource from this library or an alternative one to the PTC library in a short period of time for pick-up.
Project Gutenberg
28,000 free books in this online book catalog.
Internet Archive
Free access to books, movies, music and archived webpages.
