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:
Consumers:
Consumer Reports on EBSCOhost
Employment:
Learning Express – Computer Skills Center
Learning Express – Resume and Cover Letter Builder
Genealogy:
America’s Obituaries & Death Notices by NewsBank
Ancestry.com Library Edition (Temporary 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.)
Foundation Center Directory Online (Temporary 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.)
Health:
Language:
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
St. Louis Post Dispatch on NewsBank
Personal and Professional Development:
Learning Express – Computer Skills Center
Learning Express – Resume and Cover Letter Builder
Students:
A:
America’s Obituaries & Death Notices by NewsBank
Ancestry.com Library Edition (Temporary 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.)
C:
Consumer Reports on EBSCOhost
D:
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Explora – Middle and High School
F:
FirstSearch – Online Inter-library Loan Requests In-Library / At Home
Foundation Center (Temporary 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.)
G:
H:
K:
L:
Learning Express – Computer Skills Center
Learning Express – Resume and Cover Letter Builder
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R:
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St. Louis Post Dispatch on NewsBank
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WorldCat Discovery – Online Inter-library Loan Requests In-Library
Civic Resources
**Free Notarizing in the Library**
If you need your mail-in or absentee ballot signed by a notary, we’ve got you covered! Starting on September 23rd, a Notary will be available in the front vestibule every Wednesday through October 21st from 5pm to 8:30pm, and every Saturday through October 17th from 9AM to 12PM. Masks Required. Bring a Photo I.D. The building is still closed to the public at this time, please note patrons will only be allowed in the vestibule area for ballot notarizing purposes. See our calendar for all available dates.
Special Options for 2020 Elections
During the November general election in 2020, Missouri voters will be eligible to cast ballots by mail with notarization of the ballot envelope, and voters in at-risk categories for contracting or transmitting COVID-19 are eligible to vote by absentee ballot without obtaining notarization. The deadline to request a mail-in or absentee ballots is October 21st at 5pm. Ballots must be received at your local election authority by November 3rd at 7pm. Absentee ballots may be returned by mail or in person to your local election authority. Mail-in ballots must be returned by mail. For more information on eligibility, voting options, and deadlines, click here.
Request for Mail-in or Absentee Ballot – November 2020 General Election
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. Additional information for military and overseas voters may be found at the section entitled Military and Overseas Voters: Absentee voters must generally provide a reason for voting absentee. Mailed in or faxed absentee ballot requests must be received by the election authority no later than the 5:00 p.m. on the Wednesday prior to any election. Voters can vote by absentee in the office of the local election authority until 5:00 p.m. the night before the election. Voters can request absentee ballots from their local election authority in person or by fax. For more information, visit the Absentee section of the MO Secretary of State’s How To Vote webpage. Find your Local Election Authority Contact Information.
2020 Missouri Elections
STL County Election Calendar
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 |
| March 10, 2020 | Presidential Preference Primary | February 12, 2020 |
| General Municipal Election Day | March 11, 2020 |
| Official Election Day (polls open 6:00 am – 7:00 pm) | Style of Election | Last Day to Register |
| August 4, 2020 | Primary Election | July 8, 2020 |
| November 3, 2020 | General Election | October 7, 2020 |
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.
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 in 2020. 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!
Invitation cards were mailed to each residence between March 12-20. These cards contain instructions on how to respond. You don’t need receive your card or wait until April 1st to complete the census though, click here to complete the Census online now!
You can also complete the Census over the phone by calling (844) 330-2020 (English, click here for other languages) If you do not respond online or by phone, a paper questionnaire will be mailed to your home in mid-April.
For questions about special circumstances and who to count, please click 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.
For information on jobs with the 2020 US Census, please visit https://2020census.gov/en/jobs.
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
- Appendix: Terminology and Phone Policy
As COVID-19 (Coronavirus) makes the rounds in the news, we want our patrons to know that we are taking the spread of the disease seriously. KPL staff will continually monitor the situation through local and national information sources, and respond accordingly.
In response to public concern, we are increasing our daily cleaning and sanitizing of our public computers, copiers, scanner, and staff workstations. We are requiring appointments for computer usage. We are limiting the number of available computers in order to provide social distancing while in use. We ask that patrons do not stay in the library when their computer appointment is over to keep the number of people in the building at one time down. Library services are limited at this time, but we are offering Curbside Pickup. For a complete list of services we are offering, please check out the Calendar of Events for virtual programs and the Library’s homepage for currently available services.
With our curbside service, all returns should go in the drive up or exterior book drops. Staff will not be able to collect returns from patrons at the time of Curbside Pickup. Returned items will be quarantined for 4-5 days, after which time they will be checked in and returned to our shelves. Therefore once you return items to the library, they will still show on your library account for at least 4 days until we are able to check them in. These procedures help ensure that any items that you receive will have not been touched for an appropriate amount of time. Please allow a week to check in your materials. If they still appear on your account after that, let us know and we’ll look into it for you.
All items may be returned except for electronic items that are required a signature at the time of check-in and items that will not fit into the book drops. To arrange returns of electronics or larger items please contact Courtney Flesch at (314) 821-5770 ext. 1024.
For the safety and protection of our staff and other patrons please do not come to the library if you are sick or under quarantine orders. After using library materials we recommend washing your hands thoroughly with soap and water.
For additional information on COVID-19, please check the following resources:
- The Centers for Disease Control has plenty of information about the disease on its website: Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
- For a worldwide perspective, check out the World Health Organization’s website: Coronavirus disease (Covid-19) outbreak
- National Public Radio created a comic to help explain the disease to children: NPR kids comic
- St. Louis County has a comprehensive Coronavirus page for local information: St. Louis County Health
- The City of Kirkwood has a Coronavirus page for local information: What you need to know about COVID-19 & Coronavirus
If you have questions about COVID-19, the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services has set up a hotline staffed 24 hours a day by medical professionals. Call 877-435-8411 to reach the hotline.