Research & Community Resources
If you’re looking for current, reliable information from a wide variety of resources, including research in specialized subject areas, then try using these Library databases.
A database is an indexed collection of articles and data from sources that include encyclopedias, newspapers, professional & trade journals, popular magazines, and specialty publications. Each one offers a different set of titles, features, and date range of publication. Some articles are provided in full-text, along with images such as photographs or tables; in some cases only a citation is provided.
Select the following links for online access; these resources are available to all Kirkwood Public Library card holders and are accessible from home, work or in the Library (some databases are accessible in the library only). Please enter your card number (without spaces) when prompted.
Also included on this page are a variety of resources you can use to help you find tax forms, call for tax assistance, or locate a tax help location in the St. Louis area. Jump to Online Resources
Arts & Crafts:
Business:
Statista – (In-Library Access) (In-Home access is available. Log into your patron account and look for the Research Databases from Home sidebar, located on your Items Out page.)
LawDepot – Accessible through Libby by OverDrive
Universal Class – Now available through OverDrive
Consumers:
Consumer Reports on EBSCOhost
Employment:
Learning Express – Computer Skills Center
Learning Express – Resume and Cover Letter Builder
Universal Class – Now available through OverDrive
Finances:
Genealogy / History:
Ancestry.com Library Edition – (In-Library Use Only)
Black Freedom Struggle in the United States (ProQuest)
Grants:
Foundation Directory Online – (In-Library Access) (An FDO Day Pass* allows at home access one day per month. Log into your patron account and look for the Research Databases from Home sidebar, located on your Items Out page.)
* FDO Day Pass will be discontinued June 1, 2022.
Health:
Language:
Legal:
LawDepot – Accessible through Libby by OverDrive
Literature:
FirstSearch – Online Inter-library Loan Requests In-Library / At Home
WorldCat Discovery – Online Inter-library Loan Requests In-Library
Magazines and Newspapers:
Access World News on NewsBank
Barron’s (In-Library Use Only, Please See a Reference Librarian)
IBD Daily (In-Library Use Only, Please See a Reference Librarian)
IBISWorld (In-Library Use Only, Please See a Reference Librarian)
St. Louis Post Dispatch on NewsBank
St. Louis Post Dispatch Online (In-Library Use Only, Please See a Reference Librarian)
St. Louis Review (In-Library Use Only, Please See a Reference Librarian)
USA Today (In-Library Use Only, Please See a Reference Librarian)
Wall Street Journal (In-Library Use Only, Please See a Reference Librarian)
Personal and Professional Development:
Learning Express – Computer Skills Center
Learning Express – Resume and Cover Letter Builder
Universal Class – Now available through OverDrive
Students:
Explora – Middle and High School
Universal Class – Now available through OverDrive
Veterans:
A:
Ancestry.com Library Edition – (In-Library Access)
B:
Barron’s (In-Library Use Only, Please See a Reference Librarian)
Black Freedom Struggle in the United States (ProQuest)
C:
Consumer Reports on EBSCOhost
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E:
Explora – Middle and High School
F:
FirstSearch – Online Inter-library Loan Requests In-Library / At Home
Foundation Directory Online – (In-Library Access) (An FDO Day Pass* allows at home access one day per month. Log into your patron account and look for the Research Databases from Home sidebar, located on your Items Out page.)
* FDO Day Pass will be discontinued June 1, 2022.
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H:
I:
IBD Daily (In-Library Use Only, Please See a Reference Librarian)
IBISWorld (In-Library Use Only, Please See a Reference Librarian)
K:
L:
LawDepot – accessible through Libby by OverDrive
Learning Express – Computer Skills Center
Learning Express – Resume and Cover Letter Builder
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R:
S:
St. Louis Post Dispatch on NewsBank
St. Louis Post Dispatch Online (In-Library Use Only, Please See a Reference Librarian)
St. Louis Review (In-Library Use Only, Please See a Reference Librarian)
Statista – (In-Library Access) (In-Home access is available. Log into your patron account and look for the Research Databases from Home sidebar, located on your Items Out page.)
T:
U:
Universal Class – Now available through OverDrive
USA Today (In-Library Use Only, Please See a Reference Librarian)
W:
Wall Street Journal (In-Library Use Only, Please See a Reference Librarian)
WorldCat Discovery – Online Inter-library Loan Requests In-Library
Civic Resources
Missouri Elections
MO Election Calendar
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Official Election Day (polls open 6:00 am – 7:00 pm) |
Style of Election | Last Day to Register |
| April 5, 2022 | General Municipal Election | March 9, 2022 |
| August 2, 2022 | Primary Election | July 6, 2022 |
| November 8, 2022 | General Election | October 12, 2022 |
St. Louis County Board of Elections
715 Northwest Plaza Drive, St. Ann, MO 63074 (314) 615-7400 http://www.stlouisco.com/yourgovernment/elections/officeinformation
Find Your Polling Place
Click here to find your polling place and candidates/issues that will appear on your ballot. You will only see a result if there is an election less than 6 weeks away.
Check Voter Registration Status
Click here to check your voter registration status. This will also display your polling place, though only if the next election is less than 6 weeks away.
Register to Vote
Click here to find instructions on how to register to vote or register a name change or change of address. To register online, make sure to select “a tablet, mobile device, or other touchscreen device” for the “I am using:” selection.
Absentee Voting Information
Registered Missourians who expect to be prevented from going to their polling place on Election Day may vote absentee beginning six weeks prior to an election. Find information at the County Website. Additional information for military and overseas voters may be found at the section entitled Military and Overseas Voters on the County website: Absentee voters must generally provide a reason for voting absentee. Voters can request absentee ballots from their local election authority in person or by fax. For more information, visit the Absentee section of the St. Louis County Board of Election’s webpage.
Voter ID Information
ShowIt2Vote
Most Missourians have a Missouri Driver’s License or Nondriver License, which is an acceptable photo ID for voting. There are also plenty of other options, too. • Option 1: An ID issued by the state of Missouri or the US Government (Driver or Non-Driver license, U.S. Passport, or Military ID) • Option 2: An ID issued by your local election authority, such as a voter registration card • Option 3: A student ID from a Missouri university, college, vocational, or technical school • Option 4: A current utility bill, bank statement, paycheck, or other government document that contains the name and address of the voter • Option 5: If the voter has no form of identification, but is a registered voter, they may cast a provisional ballot. Missouri’s photo voter ID law also requires the state of Missouri to assist voters who might not have a photo ID with the process of obtaining one free Missouri non-driver license for the purpose of voting. Request a photo ID here. Samples of acceptable IDs
League of Women Voters
The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan political organization encouraging informed and active participation in government.
City of Kirkwood
Find information here about City Departments, elected officials, news, and upcoming events. Non-emergency number: 314-822-5858
Kirkwood City Council
The City of Kirkwood’s Charter places administrative authority with the Chief Administrative Officer and legislative and policy-making authority with the City Council. The Mayor and six Council members are elected at large, meaning they serve all residents of Kirkwood equally. The City Council meets at 7:00 p.m. on the first and third Thursdays of each month at Kirkwood City Hall, 139 S. Kirkwood Road. The public is invited to attend. A time for public comments is provided for at the beginning of each meeting. Code of Ordinances City Newsletters
Missouri House of Representatives
Members of the Missouri House of Representatives serve two-year terms with elections held in even-numbered years. The House is comprised of 163 members. There are multiple MO Representatives for Kirkwood zip code 63122. Click here to determine which representative is the elected official for your address.
Missouri Senate
Members of the Missouri Senate serve four-year terms. The Senate is comprised of 34 members. Click here to locate your Missouri Senator by street address.
District 15: Andrew Koenig 201 W Capitol Avenue, Room 331 Jefferson City, Missouri 65101 Phone: (573) 751-5568 Contact Andrew Koenig
U.S. House of Representatives
Also referred to as a congressman or congresswoman, each representative is elected to a two-year term serving the people of a specific congressional district. The number of voting representatives in the House is fixed by law at no more than 435, proportionally representing the population of the 50 states. U.S. Representatives are elected to two-year terms. Click here to determine which representative is the elected official for your address.
U.S. Senators
The Senate is the upper chamber of the U.S. Congress, which with the U.S. House of Representatives, forms the legislative branch. Each State elects two Senators in staggered six-year terms. For a listing of all 50 Senators, click here.
Tax Information
A limited quantity of tax forms will be available at the Library during each tax season. Library staff will help you find forms or information, however, we cannot help you fill out forms or provide tax advice. For help finding forms, please visit the Library or call the Reference Desk at (314) 821-5770, Option 2.
Federal Tax Information
- Forms & Publications
- Electronic Filing Information
- Free Electronic Filing (Free File)
- Affordable Care Act Tax Provisions
- Mailing Address for Federal Tax Returns (Missouri Residents)
Tax assistance 800-829-1040 TTY/TDD Help 800-829-4059
Missouri Tax Information
The MO Department of Revenue is no longer providing paper forms for libraries to distribute. Missouri forms can be downloaded and printed using the resources below. Missouri Department of Revenue
Missouri Department of Revenue Tax Assistance Center Truman Building, 301 W. High St., Room 330, Jefferson City, MO 65101 (573) 751-3505
Where’s My Refund
- Missouri Department of Revenue Refund or Balance Due Status
- (573) 526-TAXX (8299)
- IRS (Federal) Refund Status
- (800) 829-4477
Local Taxpayer Assistance
Click on the links below to find tax help locations around the St. Louis area.
US Census 2020
The US Census happens every 10 years, and helps to determine how federal funding dollars are distributed and how each state is represented in the government. Your responses are very important! Learn how Census data is used.
As data is compiled and released, results will be available here.
Remember, the Census Bureau will never ask you for:
- Your full Social Security number.
- Your bank account or credit card numbers.
- Anything on behalf of a political party.
- Money or donations.
Community Resources
- Make resources accessible to patrons
- Destigmatize seeking resources
- Empower staff to assist patrons
This is by no means an all-inclusive guide. The resources may evolve and grow over time. If you have a recommendation of a resource to include, please let Reference staff know.. Agencies are listed by category, alphabetically. Just Ask! Reference librarians are available to assist patrons with all kinds of research needs and interests. We are happy to assist you by providing information about agencies and helplines. We can direct you to library materials that address topics found in this guide. If you need assistance, please just ask!
Contents*
- Introduction
- Homeless Shelters
- Kirkwood & Nearby Food Pantries & Resources
- Youth Resources
- Domestic Violence/Intimate Partner Violence & Sexual Violence
- LGBTQ-Specific Resources
- Immigrant, Refugee, and Multilingual Services
- Suicide Prevention
- Legal Advocacy
- Veterans
- Senior Services
- Appendix: Terminology and Phone Policy