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HOme & Lifestyle


Online Resources

You will need your Rolling Meadows Library card to access many of our online resources if you are not using them in the Library. Need help? Stop by or call the Reference Desk at 847-259-6050 x130.

See every online resource the Library has to offer on the A–Z Online Resources page.


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Consumer Reports

Use from home Library Card Required  An online version of the magazine. Get the latest ratings, reviews, and buying advice on all of your favorite bed and bath, home improvement, and kitchen products. Also includes an in depth spring cleaning guide.

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Consumers' Checkbook

Use from home Library Card Required  Ratings and adivce for Chicago-area home services. Find info on home building, repairs, care, cleaners and security. Also find the latest ratings and advice for Chicago area pet care.

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Creativebug

Use from home Library Card Required Popular  Watch video classes about topics like bath and body, home decor, and holiday and parties by recognized design experts and artists.

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Gale Presents Udemy

Use from home Library Card Required  Thousands of on-demand video courses taught by world-class instructors. Find helpful courses on topics like home organizing, interior design, real estate investments, and more.

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The New York Times

Redeem 1 day of subscription access. Read the style section of the NYT, as well as, T the New York Times Style Magazine. Users will need to create a free account and access subscription through the link sent to your email.

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Weiss Financial Ratings

Use from home Library Card Required  Search independent safety ratings of life, health, and property insurance companies. Filter results by company name, insurer type, and recommendations by state.

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Catalog Spotlight

To browse books on home care, home decor, and lifestyle matters in the library, ask for help at the Adult Reference Desk.

Spark Joy: An Illustrated Master Class on the Art of Organizing and Tidying Upby Marie Kondo
Designing Your Life: How to Build a Well-Lived, Joyful Life by Bill Burnett & Dave Evans How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie

Digital Magazines

Find magazines in the library in Adult Reference. Or search the online catalog External Link to browse and place holds on magazines. 

Flipster Magazines

Elle Decor
People Midwest Living

Preview HOopla Magazines

HGTV Magazine
Family Handyman House Beautiful

Digital Library of IL Magazines

Good Housekeeping
Dwell Spirituality & Health Magazine

Website Links

City of Rolling Meadows - Housing External Link
Resources and programs for Rolling Meadows residents.

IdentityTheft.gov External Link
From Thee Federal Trade Commission, IdentityTheft.gov can help you report and recover from identity theft.

IDOI Homeowners/Renters Insurance External Link
The Illinois Department of Insurance provided information on Homeowners & Renters Insurance.

Illinois Home Weatherization Assistance Program External Link
Helps low income residents and households conserve fuel and reduce energy costs.

Illinois.gov - Family & Home External Link
Find a collection of services offered to Illinois residents.

The List for Us External Link
The List is a Chicagoland-based collection of resources for Trans and Gender Nonconforming folx and those who support them.

LongTermCare.gov External Link
Long term care services and supports to assist with basic personal tasks of everyday life, as well as, help locating assisted libing services.

VA Home Loans External Link
VA helps Veterans, Servicemembers, and eligible surviving spouses become homeowners.

Past Virtual Events

Watch all recorded events on the RML YouTube Channel External Link

Cozy, Comfort Foods
Chef Susan Maddox will demonstrate preparing some great autumn comfort foods ranging from soups, stews and pastries.

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The Power of Self-Compassion
Gain practical skills to help bring self-compassion into your daily life.

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Understanding Your Aura
What is an aura, and how can knowing your aura improve your life?

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