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2-1-1 of Connecticut

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2-1-1 is a free, confidential information and referral service that connects people to essential health and human services 24 hours a day, seven days a week online and over the phone.

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ALSC Book & Media Awards Shelf

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This collection of nearly 2,000 books, recordings, apps, and websites for children spans 100 years, reflecting the evolution of ALSC’s awards history AND delivering the latest, greatest materials for contemporary readers, listeners, learners, and

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American Academy of Pediatrics

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Dedicated to the health and well-being of infants, children, adolescents and young adults.

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AtoZdatabases

AtoZ Databases

AtoZdatabases is the Premier Job Search, Reference & Mailing List Database including 30 million business profiles & 220 million residents.

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CDC - Alzheimer’s Disease and Healthy Aging

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Statistics and research information from the CDC’s activities aimed at improving the health and quality of life of older adults. Resources include information about the Healthy Brain Initiative, advance care planning and chronic disease management, and links to publications and resources for both consumers and health professionals.

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Centers for Disease Control & Prevention

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CDC's mission is to protect America from health, safety and security threats, both foreign and in the U.S. Whether diseases start at home or abroad, are chronic or acute, curable or preventable, human error or deliberate attack, CDC fights disease and supports communities and citizens to do the same.

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Connecticut Digital Archive

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The CTDA is part of the Digital Preservation Repository Program at the University of Connecticut.

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Connecticut Health & Human Services

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Information on applying for social services, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), disability services, and more from the state of Connecticut.

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Connecticut Office of Early Childhood (OEC)

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The Connecticut Office of Early Childhood (OEC) focuses on children from birth into grade school. Helping young children learn, develop, and overcome barriers will have benefits that last a lifetime.

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Consumer Reports

Consumer Reports

Get unbiased ratings and reviews for 9000+ products and services from Consumer Reports, plus trusted advice and in-depth reporting on what matters most.

 

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CreativeBug

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Creativebug.com has more than 1,000 award-winning art & craft video classes taught by recognized design experts and artists.

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DriversTests.org

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With DrivingTests.org you have access to following, Connecticut specific, resources:

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Eldercare Locator

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A service of the U. S. Administration on Aging, connects older adults and caregivers to services for seniors. The online search function provides lists of trusted local resources, organizations, and services.

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Enslaved

Enslaved: Peoples of the Historical Slave Trade

A public free databases recording 500,000 named captive people, designed by data scientists at Michigan State University and distinguished historians and researchers.

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Farmington Historical Society

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The mission of the Farmington Historical Society is to preserve the history of the entire town of Farmington and to educate the public about that history and its significance. The Society collects, preserves and interprets historical resources including the continued preservation of the 1790 Old Stone Schoolhouse and the ca1787/ca1797 Gridley-Case cottages.

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Farmington Land Trust

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The Farmington Land Trust protects over 300 acres of fields, forests, wetlands, scenic vistas, historic sites and wildlife habitat from development. All of the Land Trust's 69 parcels will remain as open space forever, enriching the quality of life for Farmington residents for generations to come.

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Farmington Valley Health District

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The Farmington Valley Health District (FVHD) strives to promote health programs and policies that support good health; Prevent disease outbreaks and conditions that give rise to poor health, and Protect you from health threats-the everyday and the exceptional.

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Farmington Valley Herald

Farmington Valley Herald

Now access the Farmington Valley Herald from home! Access our digital archives of the Farmington Valley Herald. Browse by title, year, or key words to find articles and content from this historic publication.

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