Welcome to our Online Reference section! Here you can find links that will help you do research, answer questions, look for jobs, or access other libraries in the county.
Use these databases to help find articles and information from journals, magazines, newspapers, and websites on a variety of academic subjects. These databases also provide information and resources about genealogy, standardized testing such as the GED and the PRAXIS, auto repair, and many other topics! You will need your library card number to access these databases from home.
Testing and Education Reference Center (TERC)
TERC is a start-to-finish resource with all the information and support materials needed to make informed, confident decisions to shape the rest of your life.
- Over 300 practice tests and courses
- Dozens of ebooks containing valuable study material and practice tests
- Information on over 4,000 accredited schools
- Scholarship search featuring $8 billion in available scholarships
- Resume builder with over 1,000 brainstorming phrases to get you started
- Career modules covering subjects from career change to salary negotiations
Access Pennsylvania’s Online World of Electronic Resources! The POWER Library is offered as a service of Pennsylvania's public libraries, school libraries and the State Library. The POWER library allows you to access thousands of full text periodical articles, newspapers, a major encyclopedia, plus photographs, pictures, charts, maps, reference materials for young people and more. You will find materials of interest in most subject areas for all age groups from young children to adults. You will need your library card number to access these databases from home.
Ask Here PA
Chat online now with a real librarian, one to one in real time, for help with any topic or information need! Librarians from participating public and academic libraries are available 24/7 to help you with your question on any topic! Completely private and secure.
Common Search Engines
A quick link to several major online search engines, including Google.
Carnegie Libraries of Pittsburgh
Access the main Carnegie Libraries of Pittsburgh page to find information about the different branches and services offered, including the Foundation Center for help with grant seeking, the Pennsylvania Department for help with local history requests, and the Job and Career Education Center.
eiNetwork Libraries
Links to all the websites for more than 80 libraries in Allegheny County!
Can’t find what you’re looking for? ASK US!
Call the Oakmont Library at (412) 828 - 9532
or email Reference Librarian Stephanie Zimble or Director Beth Mellor
with your reference question.