Digital Library
These digital collections are available anywhere, anytime with a JMRL library card. Find ebooks, audiobooks, streaming video, interactive classes, research databases, and more.
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Features short videos on topics including: business competencies, leadership and management, personal effectiveness. Summaries for business and leadership books as well as articles by industry leaders on current working world issues.Subjects BusinessType of Content Database
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A collection of Virginia birth, death, marriage, divorce, and Confederate pension records from the Library of Virginia. Users are required to sign up for a free Ancestry.com to access this content.Subjects Genealogy, Local History
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Portal for Ancestry.com's popular collection of more than 7,000 databases and 200 billion images, including immigration records, censuses, vital records, family histories, court and legal documents, directories, photos and maps.Subjects Genealogy
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ArtistWorks provides hundreds of free music lessons, taught by professional musicians and lessons range from beginner to advanced. Instruments include: guitar, piano, singing, banjo, ukulele, flute, clarinet, trumpet, mandolin, and many more!The short video lessons can be viewed as many times as you like.Type of Content Music, Interactive Content, Lessons
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Provides exclusive photographs, diagnostics designed by instructors, step-by-step repair procedures, Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) maintenance schedules, wiring diagrams, recalls and Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) for automobiles and light trucks in one easy-to-use web site.Subjects AutomobilesType of Content Database
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The HeinOnline Civil Rights and Social Justice database pulls together legal resources regarding civil rights such as hearings and committee prints, Supreme Court briefs, publications from the Commission on Civil Rights, and reports from the Congressional Research Service and the Government Accountability Office. Available to Virginia residents with a free Library of Virginia card (get one here)Subjects History, African American HistoryType of Content Government Documents, Database
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Provides information on the history, culture, lifestyle, and government of numerous countries. The database includes the world edition, kids edition, and states edition. Contains a photo gallery, a recipe collection, biographies, and customizable data tables.Type of Content Database
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Kids edition of CultureGrams - Includes photos, videos, interviews, history, facts, recipes and more from countries around the world.Type of Content Database
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Explore local history with this full-color digital archive of the Daily Progress. The archive covers January 1, 2019 and will grow going forward (there is a 90 day embargo from publication date). Issues before 2019 are available on microfilm at the Central Library. Please email reference@jmrl.org for assistance.SubjectsType of Content Newspapers
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Archive of Daily Progress newspaper from 1893-1964.Subjects Local HistoryType of Content Newspapers
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The primary resource for information on nearly 2,000 private, corporate and community foundations incorporated in the Commonwealth of Virginia. This is only available at the Central Library and at Northside Library. Please check with a librarian to get login information.Subjects GrantsType of Content Directories
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Use these self-paced, online classes to learn how to think like an entrepreneur as you prepare to launch a small business venture or plan a career path. Take your passion into the business world. (ELI is the equivalent of 3 college credits).Subjects BusinessType of Content Lessons
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Provides easy-to-use features and reliable content from magazines and reference books.Subjects Literature and Books, Magazines and Newspapers, Journals
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Provides unique, age-appropriate content for middle and high school students, including articles, essays and primary source documentsSubjects Literature and Books, JournalsType of Content Database
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Operated by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. FamilySearch maintains a collection of records, resources, and services to help people learn about their family history. Patrons have access to over 2 billion records, including 400 million images that are not available to the public outside of your library.Subjects Genealogy
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Searchable database of over 100,000 U.S. foundations and corporate donors, over 2.2 million recent grants, and over half a million key decision makers.Subjects GrantsType of Content Directories
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Freading offers a selection of eBooks available at all times: no holds, no waiting. Free account signup required. The Freading App is available for Android and iOS devices. PC/Mac computers will need to download Adobe Digital Editions.Subjects Literature and Books, Fiction, Non-FictionType of Content Ebooks
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Subjects Arts, culture, encyclopedia for kids, Literature and BooksType of Content Database
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Introducing Brainfuse HelpNow! Get free online tutoring with your library card. Patrons can create an account and select among several service options. Once a patron selects a service, the WebConnect online classroom launches. WebConnect allows tutors and patrons to communicate in live, online sessions.SubjectsType of Content
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A collection of research materials for tracing family history and American culture that contains over 25,000 family records and local histories. This collection assembles every extant U.S. federal census, banking and military records, genealogies, primary source materials, and genealogical and local history serials.Subjects GenealogyType of Content Database
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Connects users with experienced career coaches and vast resources to assist them during all stages of their job search, including self-assessment and job search resources, all-in-one resume assistance, interview preparation and practice, foundational and career-enhancing skillsSubjects Career Training, JobsType of Content Job Listings, Lessons, Interactive Content, Database
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Provides children—and their parents—a thoroughly kid-safe, advertisement-free media platform they can freely explore and enjoy. Just for Kids has the educational videos children want to watch—Sesame Street, The Electric Company, The Wubbulous World of Dr. Seuss, The Berenstain Bears, Franklin, and thousands more—plus songs, games, and other interactives that are sure to entertain, educate, and inspire young patrons.Subjects Children's Movies, Children's TV, Language-LearningType of Content Streaming Video
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Kanopy showcases more than 30,000 films, including award-winning documentaries, rare and hard-to-find titles, film festival favorites, indie and classic films, and world cinema. Free account signup required.Subjects FilmType of Content Streaming Video
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Educational and engaging videos for children of all agesSubjects Children's Movies, Children's TV, Language-LearningType of Content Streaming Video
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Kovels is the go-to source for expert information, pricing, and trends on antiques and collectibles. There are in depth articles on finding flea market treasures as well as speciality tips for pricing toys, prints, clothing, furniture and more!
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Provides access to thousands of legal forms available with more forms being added daily. Official, State Specific, Federal, Business, Personal, Real Estate and General forms covering hundreds of legal subjects and issues.Type of Content Database
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Use for information on authors and their works, including plot summaries, work overviews, and literary criticism.Subjects Literature and BooksType of Content Database
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Magzter provides a wide selection of digital magazines that can be accessed on mobile devices and tablets as well as on computers. Magazines are in English, Spanish, Korean, Vietnamese, Chinese, and Arabic.Subjects MagazinesType of Content Magazines
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Provides full text periodicals covering an extensive range of subject areas including business, health, education, fitness, sports and leisure, personal finance, general science, multicultural issues, DIY and fashion.Subjects Magazines and NewspapersType of Content Database
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Unlimited access to easy-to-use portfolio management tools, personalized portfolio analysis, select investment ideas, and independent, in-depth analyst reports to help you earn returns you can count on. IMPORTANT: Our subscription limits the number of simultaneous users. If you're unable to access this resource, please try again later.Subjects Finances, InvestmentsType of Content Database
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Standard & Poors online that includes: Stock Reports, Company Profiles, Bond Guide, Corporation Records, Mutual Fund Reports, Register of Corporation, Directors & Executives, and The Outlook.Subjects Finances, InvestmentsType of Content Database
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To gain access, you'll need to log in or register first. Please note that outside the library, any articles you view will count against your quota even if you are logged in.Subjects NewspapersType of Content Database
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Provides book recommendations specifically for younger readers. Kids can use it to find books that are just right for their reading level and interests. Parents, teachers, and librarians can find tools to teach with books and engage young readers.Subjects Children's BooksType of Content Database
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A database of reading recommendations, NoveList Plus helps readers of all ages find books that match their reading level and interests.Subjects Literature and BooksType of Content Database
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An online project open to all, Open Library provides access to many out of print and public domain works.Subjects Fiction, Non-FictionType of Content Ebooks
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OverDrive offers a wide variety of downloadable and streaming media such as eBooks, audiobooks, magazines, tutorials, etc. Available through the Libby app or website and Overdrive website.Subjects Fiction, Non-FictionType of Content Ebooks, Audiobooks, Magazines, Streaming Video, Lessons
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Ebooks and audiobooks for kids, compatible with many different devices with the Libby app.Subjects Fiction, Non-Fiction, Children's BooksType of Content Ebooks, Audiobooks
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Note: Access ends 9/30/2022. Learn about careers, receive personalized career recommendations, create resumes and cover letters, search for jobs, explore schools and training programs, and get advice to help find a job or advance your career.Subjects Career Training, JobsType of Content Job Listings, Lessons, Interactive Content, Database
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Over 40,000 eBooks available in multiple formats, featuring many classic works in the public domain.Subjects Fiction, Non-FictionType of Content Ebooks
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Contains indexing to more than 2,500,000 articles from 526 leading magazines using uniform updated subject headings. Covers 1890-1982.Subjects MagazinesType of Content Database
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Designed for middle and high school students and adults who have a basic foundation in English grammar and reading but need adapted reading material for a variety of subjects, ReadIt offers resources to help build background knowledge, conduct research and improve study skills.Subjects History, Literature and Books, ScienceType of Content Database
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Provides high interest relevant non-fiction newspaper and magazine articles as well as graphs, tables and political cartoons that are easily accessible through both search and browse functions. Includes access to Compton's by Britannica Encyclopedia, a dictionary, and thesauruSubjects Magazines and NewspapersType of Content Database
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Provides access to current, relevant analysis including a variety of international sources, images, statistics, charts, and maps to help students understand and evaluate over 350 complex issues.SubjectsType of Content Database
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The HeinOnline database Slavery in America and the World: History, Culture, and Law includes all state and federal slavery statutes and all reported state and federal cases regarding slavery. It also provides an extensive collection of periodicals on this topic. Available to Virginia residents with a free Library of Virginia card (get one here)Subjects History, African American HistoryType of Content Legal cases, Statutes, Articles, Database
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Free and liberated ebooks carefully produced for the true book lover.Subjects Fiction, Non-FictionType of Content Ebooks
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A language program offering over 80 languages for people who wish to learn another language. This program also has ESL programs for speakers of many other languages. The program teaches patrons to speak, hear and write almost any language using flashcards to teach words and phrases. In order to use Transparent Language Online, each patron needs to set up a username and password to track progress. Outside the library, patrons will need to enter last name and library card number before setting upSubjects Language-LearningType of Content Database
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Provides access to online courses in over 30 subject areas, many of which offer continuing education units (CEUs). More than 500 courses are available, and all are designed and led by professional instructors to build deeper understanding and mastery of subject matter. Universal Class includes videos, assignments, quizzes, tests, and options for social media interaction with other learners.Subjects Career Training, HistoryType of Content Interactive Content, Lessons, Database
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Focused on tailored support for veterans and their families, navigate the VA and benefits, transition to civilian employment, and brush up on academic skills.Subjects Career Training, JobsType of Content Job Listings, Lessons, Interactive Content, Database
