Databases
Explore and stay informed on local and national topics, people, and events from a wide range of news sources spanning the United States.
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Search the world’s biggest genealogy resource. Start with an ancestor’s name and the place of any major event their lifetime. Only available in the library.
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Explore Bristol history through news, events and people with the Bristol Herald Courier Collection. Search current and archived issues.
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With over 2,400 journals and 1,000 reference ebooks, Explora is a user-friendly search tool that supports both research for both students and adults.
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Designed for middle and HS students, Explora provides a trustworthy tool for finding articles and facts for research papers, class projects and homework.
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Gale in Context: Elementary meets the research needs of students in grades K-5, with content covering current events, the arts, science, health, and beyond.
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Get started exploring your family history with Heritage Quest, including census records, birth and death rolls, city directories, family and local histories, and more.
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Find downloadable forms for basic legal transactions current to Virginia code, including wills, power of attorney, landlord/tenant, contracts, small business, and more.
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Combining general interest articles from periodicals, newspapers, and reference books with video and images, MasterFILE is a great place to start your research.
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Read It! supports learners who are developing English language proficiency and need adapted reading material covering a variety of topics including citizenship.
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Explore this outstanding selection of reference ebooks covering current events, history, medicine, and more. A great place to start your research projects and school work.
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Featuring over 850 exciting lessons, educational games, and activities for kids 2-8.
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Explore a unique business library, featuring videos, book summaries, and articles on leadership theory, and business best practices, and more.
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Connect with a certified tutor from 2-11 pm daily for help with assignments, research and writing. Also find practice tests, writing help, and more.
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Connect with a career coach. Get help with résumés, interviews, and applications. Also find test prep and credentialing information for over 140 careers.
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Designed as online textbooks, this site will be useful to homeschoolers, or anyone wanting to review basics, like math, history, and science.
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Build digital literacy skills, including lessons on online safety, computer skills, job skills, mobile devices, and more. Lessons are in English and Spanish.
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Free online learning from Goodwill, covering computers, daily skills, basic learning (math, writing, GED), money, careers, Google, mobile devices, and lots more.
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Learn to speak over 120 popular languages including American Sign Language. You can also find ESL/ELL materials for speakers of 34 different languages.
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From photography to business and computers to calligraphy choose from over 600 self-paced online classes. Learn something new or update existing skills.
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Connect with a certified navigator for help with eligibility, connecting with veterans benefits, community resources, and transitioning from a military to civilian life.
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In a reading rut? Find new books and authors to enjoy based on your reading interests. Your next great read is just clicks away.
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Whether your kids are hungry for a story about sports, superheroes, or not-so-scary monsters, NoveList K-8 Plus has you covered!
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With Hoopla, you can borrow up to four digital items a month, including ebooks, digital audiobooks, movies, and music with no waits.
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Borrow ebooks and digital audiobooks anytime with the Libby app for your tablet or mobile device. Find help getting started.
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Read over 4,500 digital magazines on your computer, or use the Magzter Library app to read on your Android or iOS mobile device.
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Explore a unique business library, featuring videos, book summaries, and articles on leadership theory, and business best practices, and more.
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Connect with a career coach. Get help with résumés, interviews, and applications. Also find test prep and credentialing information for over 140 careers.
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From photography to business and computers to calligraphy choose from over 600 self-paced online classes. Learn something new or update existing skills.
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Connect with a certified navigator for help with eligibility, connecting with veterans benefits, community resources, and transitioning from a military to civilian life.
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