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Online Databases & Resources

Explore our online databases and resources to see what you can do! Download an eBook or eAudiobook, dive into research, and explore online learning courses, all with your library card.

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Featured: ELL Resources

For English Language Learners/Para estudiantes de inglés

Our list of in-person and virtual English language classes, library-curated resources, and more for English language learners.

Lenguajes de Mango

Un sistema de aprendizaje accesible en línea que puede asistir en aprendiendo otros idiomas.

LOTE4Kids

More than 4,500 children's digital picture books in more than 70 languages, together with English translations.

ELL Classes

Deaf Culture Digital Library

Offers resources for the Deaf and hard-of-hearing communities, including a collection of Deaf resources in digital formats.

EBSCOhost eBooks

Over 64,000 downloadable eBooks, primarily for adults.

hoopla digital

Download and stream from hoopla’s catalog of 1 million+ audiobooks, eBooks, videos, music, and more on your mobile device or computer.

LOTE4Kids

More than 4,500 children's digital picture books in more than 70 languages, together with English translations.

OverDrive eBooks & eAudio

Popular fiction and non-fiction eBooks and eAudio titles for all ages. Download the Libby app for the best experience.

OverDrive: Kids eBooks & eAudio

eBooks and eAudio, including read-along books, for children of all ages.

OverDrive: Teen eBooks & eAudio

eBook and eAudio for young adults. Download popular titles to read or listen to on your phone or tablet.

Find a Good Book

Gale Books and Authors

A customizable, rich experience to answer that age-old question of “What do I read next?” Fiction and nonfiction recommendations.

NoveList K-8 Plus

Read-alike recommendations specifically for younger readers.

NoveList Plus

Read-alike recommendations based on factors such as tone, pace, settings, and characters.

Read It!

Adapted reading material on a variety of topics designed for middle school, high school, and English language learners.

Literary Reviews & Criticism

Gale: Literature Criticism

Gale Literature Criticism

Biographical/critical introductions, listings of principal works, and sources for further study on contemporary authors.

New York Times Book Review

New York Times Book Review

Access to full text of The New York Times Book Review from 1988 to present. Part of U.S. Major Dailies.

Tools for Your Business

Consumer Reports

Product reviews and ratings on cars, appliances, electronics, and more. Remote access unavailable - ask a staff member for in-branch access.

Foundation Directory Online Professional

Helps other nonprofits and individuals seeking funding, scholarships, and fellowships.

Gale Business: Entrepreneurship

Covers all major areas of starting and operating a business: financing, management, marketing, human resources, and more.

Reference Solutions by Data Axle

Business, residential, and market research data for entrepreneurs, businesses, students, and others wanting access to consumer information.

The Wall Street Journal Newspaper

Searchable full-text archive of The Wall Street Journal, updated Mon-Sat by 8 am. Part of U.S. Major Dailies.

Investing Tools

Morningstar Investment Research Center

Morningstar Investment Research Center

Research, data, and analysis for investors. Includes many portfolio tools to calculate asset mixes, retirement costs, & college savings.

Value Line: Expanded Library Edition

Value Line - Expanded Library Edition

Analyst commentaries and rankings on current operations and future prospects for thousands of large, small, and mid-cap companies.

Careers & Workforce Development

JobNow

Create a resume, browse job resources, get interview tips, and chat with JobNow coaches. Live coaches are available every day from 2-11pm.

VetNow

Connect with live veteran navigators for resume coaching, live tutoring, and learn more about VA eligible benefits and community resources.

EBSCOlearning Accel

A microlearning solution that helps individuals build professional and workplace-ready skills.

Britannica Escolar

Articulos en español.

Lenguajes de Mango

Un sistema de aprendizaje accesible en línea que puede asistir en aprendiendo otros idiomas.

New York Times Español

Se pueden buscar artículos de texto completo de The New York Times, edición en español. Parte de los principales diarios de Estados Unidos.

Encyclopedias & Reference

Birds of the World

Explore 10,721 species from 249 bird families, living in habitats around the world. From the Cornell Lab of Ornithology.

Black Freedom Struggle in the United States

Find historical newspaper articles, diaries, and more marked by the opposition African Americans have faced on the road to freedom.

Explora Public Libraries

Designed to meet the unique needs of its users, Explora supports both student research and classroom instruction.

Gale in Context: Biography

Search for people by name, birth or death year, nationality, ethnicity, occupation, or gender.

JSTOR

Academic journal articles covering most disciplines, including arts, history, humanities, science, medicine, and law.

MasterFILE Complete (EBSCO)

Search and read full-text magazines, reference books, primary source documents, and images.

Gale Health & Wellness

Articles from health & fitness magazines and scholarly medical journals, medical encyclopedias, a health organization directory, and more.

Genealogy

Morningstar Investment Research Center

Ancestry for Virginians

The Library of Virginia provides access to select collections and content through an agreement with Ancestry.com.

Value Line: Expanded Library Edition

Genealogy Research

Resources, tips, and more on the study of Genealogy.

Visit the Law Library for Law Guidance & Resources

Find information about laws and legal procedures to the general public, attorneys, and the judiciary.

Gale Legal Forms

Create legal documents and view completed sample forms. Provided by Find it Virginia.

Thomson Reuters Westlaw

Legal research including cases, statutes, regulations, trial documents & transcripts. Please request assistance at ask.librarypoint.org.

Magazines & Newspapers

Magzter Library eMagazines

Magzter is a digital magazine and newspaper platform that offers more than 3,000 titles in a variety of languages.

U. S. Major Dailies

Provides access to five major U.S. national newspapers: Chicago Tribune, LA Times, NY Times, Wall Street Journal, & The Washington Post.

The Free Lance-Star: Color Version

Read and search the full-color version of the Free Lance-Star. Updated daily. Available remotely.

The Free Lance-Star: Text Only Version

Read and search full-text articles from current and archived issues (2004-Current) of the Free Lance-Star. Available remotely.

Gale Onefile: News

Search a collection of more than 1,000 newspapers, translate articles into 11 different languages, and create email alerts.

Browse National Newspapers

Online Learning Courses

Universal Class: Online Education Courses

Learn from hundreds of online education courses, ranging from accounting to crafts & hobbies to improving writing skills.

Mango Languages

An online language learning system that can help you learn languages such as English, French, Spanish, Japanese, Italian, and many more.

Transparent Language

Language learners can build vocabulary, practice skills, and maintain what they have learned. Available anytime, anywhere in 110+ languages.

HelpNow

A unique live tutoring, homework help, and studying resource designed to help all ages succeed.

Research Answers

Streaming Viddeo & Music

Kanopy Streaming Video

Streaming educational videos and documentaries, as well as classic, modern, and foreign films.

Kanopy Kids Streaming Video

Stream videos from a curated selection of educational and enriching videos on Kanopy Kids with appropriate, age-based ratings.

Just For Kids Access Video

Just for Kids, by Infobase, provides access to over 11,000 streaming videos for children.
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