Links
Check this page often as it will change and grow! If you have suggestions for resources to include please send us an email with the resource description and link.
Children
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International Children's Digital Online Library Designed for kids by librarians--with kid friendly results!
National Geographic Kids Games, short videos, animal facts, and more!
Computer Technology Help
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Alpine Sandbox Online message board for Macinstosh/iPad & iPhone concerns. Discussion lead by Melissa Green, local volunteer instructor. Workshops held in the Library at various times throughout the year.
Continuing Education
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MIT OpenCourseWare Most of MIT's course content is available online, for free.
Codecademy A free online resource for learning computer programming.
EdX Provider of MOOCs (Massive Open Online Courses), offering no-cost high quality online education resources founded by and governed by top universities.
Teacher Certification Degrees A free online resource that offers a wealth of information for those seeking to explore, begin, or enhance careers in education.
Health and Wellness
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Alpine County Behavioral Health Services Discover a multitude of mental health services and programs available locally
Braille and Talking Book Library
Free Braille and audio books, magazines and playback equipment to all eligible Californians unable to read standard print. Follow the link to find your local Braille and Talking Book Program and sign up for this free service. Sponsored by the CA State Library and Library of Congress.
Facts Fight Fentanyl -The Facts Fight Fentanyl campaign is focused on raising awareness about the dangers of fentanyl, especially among younger populations.
Suicide Prevention Network-we all need hope during these challenging times.
Department of Motor Vehicles
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A DMV practice test for first-time driver’s license applicants: https://www.epermittest.com/california/ca-practice-permit-test Examen de Manejo de California DMV: https://www.epermittest.com/california/examen-practico-de-manejo
eZines and Online Newspapers & Magazines
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New York Times online-- FREE access! Compliments of the California State Library! Follow link to redeem code for free 24-hour access to NYT. Access sessions can be used unlimited consecutive days but require login each new session. Download the NYT mobile app to your phone for easy daily access!
Federal and State Mandated Postings
(Draft & Final EIRs and other Public Notices)
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Local Information & Resources
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Alpine County Chamber of Commerce
Alpine Biomass Committee Newly formed Alpine County group dedicated to improving forest and watershed health, reducing the risk of catastrophic wildfire, and using local labor to grow the local economy. Alpine County Museum Information about exhibits and upcoming Museum events.
Record Courier Search the Record Courier (our local newspaper) for current and past Alpine County sections.
Grover Hot Springs State Park Official Website.
NAMI El Dorado County in partnership with Barton Health, offers a multitude of mental health resources, including a Health Library for general educational purposes. (NAMI is acronym for National Alliance on Mental Illness) Peak Finder Trying to identify a mountain peak in Alpine County? Try this site.
*Turtle Rock Park was lost in the 2021 Tamarack Wildfire. The links below are for reference only, the disc golf park is being rebuilt in a new location. Updated 11/2024
Turtle Rock Park Short Video compliments of Jason Wynn & Co.
Turtle Rock Park Disc Golf From DG Review.
Turtle Rock Park Disc Golf Facebook page. Course conditions and other information posted regularly.
Research & CA Resources
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California State Library Catalogs Search multiple databases for photos, legal documents, maps, magazines, videos and more.
California History Section Browse major collection of documents from and about California's rich history.
NEW! California Indian Legal Services/Housing Assistance Program Schedule an appointment at one of the remote workstation locations in Alpine , Mono or Inyo counties
Internet Archives Free access to videos, music, text, photos, websites, etc... researchers, historians, scholars, and the general public. Thousands of items digitized and added each month.
LawHelpCA.org Statewide resource for easy access to self-help information on legal problems and referrals to local legal aid providers and pro bono assistance.
Public Law Libraries Public libraries that provide free access to legal resources and assistance to all Californians.