Community Resources
The Community Resources listed below have been specially curated by our staff to meet the various needs of you, our patrons! Here you'll find links related to Digital Literacy, Transportation, Human Resources, and so much more.
We will continue to add new information and links as needed to better serve our community.​
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Questions?
Contact us at baplreference@bcfls.org
Books & Other Media
The Yiddish Book Center is dedicated to rescuing, translating, and preserving Yiddish literature while promoting Jewish culture through various educational and cultural programs. It serves as a resource for scholars and the public to explore the legacy and modern relevance of Yiddish and Jewish storytelling.
Digital Literacy
This site provides free, user-friendly tutorials designed to help beginners improve their digital literacy skills, from computer basics to online security.
Domestic Violence Support
VOICE (Victim Outreach Center)
VOICE (Victim Outreach Intervention Center) Butler County is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing free and confidential services for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and other crimes. As a systems-change organization, VOICE offers emergency shelters, advocacy, counseling, and crisis support to individuals and families. Beyond direct assistance, VOICE also engages in community outreach, education, and volunteer programs to promote awareness and foster safer communities.
Educator Resources
Open Education Resources Commons
OER Commons is a dynamic digital library offering open educational resources to educators, students, and self-learners worldwide for teaching and learning.
Health & Wellness
This comprehensive library offers health resources tailored to veterans, providing reliable medical information, videos, and tools to support their well-being.
Human Resources
988 Lifeline (Suicide Hotline)
This national hotline offers free, 24/7 support through phone, text, or chat to anyone in emotional distress or suicidal crisis, connecting them with trained crisis counselors and resources.
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Center for Community Resources
CCR provides support and services for mental health, housing, and crisis management in Butler County, PA, linking individuals to appropriate local resources.
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​COMPASS is Pennsylvania’s online tool for applying to public assistance programs, including healthcare, food, and energy support.
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Pennsylvania's LIHEAP helps low-income families afford heating costs during the winter by providing cash grants and crisis assistance.
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National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Butler County
The local chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness offers education, advocacy, and support for those affected by mental health conditions in Butler County.
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This seasonal warming center in Butler County provides temporary shelter and essential services to those experiencing homelessness during the winter months.
Local & Municipal Records
Butler Area School District Records
A resource for accessing public meeting agendas, minutes, and board policies for the Butler Area School District.
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A repository of Butler County's codified laws and ordinances, covering a wide range of local regulations.​
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The Butler County archive contains past meeting records, documents, and other historical public information.​
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Provides legal research materials, resources, and support to the public and attorneys in Butler County.​
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Contains Butler Township's codified ordinances, offering insight into local governance and policies.​
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County Archives for Butler County Financial Reports
A subsection of the Butler County archive focusing on historical assessments and land records.​
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A platform for accessing public legal advertisements, including notices about estates, sheriff sales, and other legal proceedings in Pennsylvania.
Research Resources
Directory of Open Access Books
Provides access to thousands of peer-reviewed academic books available for free, promoting the discovery and use of open-access publications.
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Directory of Open Access Journals
A comprehensive directory that indexes and provides free access to high-quality, peer-reviewed open-access journals across multiple disciplines.
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A free online resource to locate and document gravesites, create memorials, and connect with family history and genealogy records.
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A repository hosted by the University of Minnesota offering free, openly licensed textbooks for use in classrooms and self-study across a wide range of subjects.
Safety & Online Security
Pass-It-On Resources | Federal Trade Commission
The "Pass It On" section of the FTC website encourages individuals to share information about scams they have encountered to help protect others, offering downloadable materials on various types of fraud. It focuses on raising awareness about issues like identity theft, unwanted calls, and impersonation scams, urging users to spread knowledge to prevent financial harm and support broader consumer protection efforts.​
Taxes
Tax Forms | IRS - Federal Income Tax
The IRS "Forms, Instructions, and Publications" page offers access to the latest tax forms, filing instructions, and related documents for taxpayers and tax professionals.​
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Tax Forms | PA State Income Tax
The Pennsylvania Department of Revenue provides downloadable personal income tax (PIT) forms, filing instructions, and guidance for individuals filing taxes in Pennsylvania.
Transportation
Bus Schedules | Butler Transit Authority
The Butler Transit Authority's Route Schedules page provides detailed information on both commuter and local bus routes, including schedules, stops, and trip planning resources for travelers in the Butler, PA, area.​​
Voter Resources
Butler County Bureau of Elections
The Butler County Bureau of Elections website provides resources for voter registration, election results, and polling locations for Butler County, PA voters.
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The Pennsylvania Voter Services site lets users check their voter registration status and provides access to other voting tools in Pennsylvania.
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Vote.gov is a comprehensive resource to register to vote in any state, offering a state-by-state guide for voter registration.​​
Vote.pa is Pennsylvania's official portal for voting information, including voter registration, election deadlines, and polling places.​​