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    • Events Calendar
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James L. Hamner Public Library

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Facilitating connections that provide free learning opportunities

Facilitating connections that provide free learning opportunities Facilitating connections that provide free learning opportunities

Digital Library

Ebooks, movies, research help, & so much more. Click an image below to begin!

ebooks & Audiobooks

Download free ebooks & audiobooks, or try the Libby App for mobile devices

Research Databases

Find downloadable, fillable forms for basic legal transactions,

current to Virginia code

 EBSCO’s Explora is a user-friendly search tool that supports both

research and instruction

Research Databases for kids

A safe place for kids to find answers, practice research skills, & explore interests inside or outside of the classroom

Kid-friendly magazines, newspapers, & reference  materials, covering current events, arts, science, health, people,  government, history , & more

Explora supports both student research and classroom instruction with age-appropriate content for mi

Explora supports student research & classroom instruction with age-appropriate content for middle & high school learners with an easy-to-use interface and accessibility tools

Stream movies & shows

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Stream ad-free movies, documentaries, foreign films, classic cinema, independent  films & educational videos

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Stream kid-friendly movies, educational videos, & storytimes

Kid-friendly TV shows like Arthur, Sesame Street, Odd Squad, & SciGirls, including: read-along storybooks & learning videos

languages

Learn to speak 140+ foreign languages, along with  Citizenship Prep & ESL/ELL materials for speakers of 34 different languages 

Practice reading in English to expand your grammar & research skills with guides, worksheets, & more

classes

ACCEL5 Business Video Library

Videos, book summaries, and  articles on professional development, leadership theory, & business best practices

From photography to computers, choose from over 500 online classes. Learn something new or update your existing skills

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 

newspapers & magazines

World-wide newspapers, broadcast transcripts, journals, periodicals, government  documents, blogs, & other publications

Magzter provides a wide selection of digital magazines that can be  accessed on phones, tablets, computers, or via the Magzter App

live assistance

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Connect with a tutor for assistance with assignments, research and writing, in Spanish or English, along with practice tests, study plans,   & more

JobNow Logo

Connect with a certified career coach to get help with résumé writing, applications, job searches, skill development, unemployment assistance, & more

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Connect with a military benefits navigator for help with eligibility questions, veteran's benefits, community resources, transitioning from a military to civilian career, & more

Reading Recommendations

Can’t decide what to read next? Need a recommendation for someone?

Use NoveList to discover your next favorite  author, series, or title!

Designed for students kindergarten - 8th grade, use NoveList to discover your next favorite author, series, or title!

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