Britannica Academic
Designed for college and university libraries and provides access to comprehensive information, as well as the combination of Encyclopedia Britannica plus Merriam-Webster's Collegiate Dictionary and Thesaurus.
Mardi Gras Library Closures
ALL Mobile Public Library locations will be closed Sunday, February 15 through Tuesday, February 17, 2026, for Mardi Gras.
Branch-Specific Closures:
- Ben May Main Library will close early at 5 p.m. on the following parade days: January 30–31 and February 5–13, 2026.
- Ben May Main Library and Local History & Genealogy will be closed on Saturday, February 14.
- Trinity Gardens Community Library will be closed Sunday, February 15 through Sunday, February 22, 2026.
Online Research
Britannica Library
Britannica Library provides access to three sites in one: Children, Young Adults, and Reference Center. Users can choose the age-appropriate level that best suits their needs.
Britannica School
Up-to-date, curated, and curriculum-relevant content covering various topics. Choose between three reading levels: Elementary, Middle or High
Explora Elementary Schools
An interface for schools and public libraries that supports both student research and classroom instruction with reliable content and easy-to-use functionality.
Gale In Context | Elementary
Provides elementary students with access to an age-appropriate resource that is designed to develop research skills.
