For Adults
We offer online resources for research and learning. You can access these resources with your library barcode number, which is located on the back of your library card.
Still need help? Call the Adult Services Librarian at (276) 988-2541.
Ancestry (in-library use only)
Are you interested in researching your family history? Ancestry.com is a great place to start. It has billions of records that include censuses, vital records, immigration records, family histories, military records, court and legal documents, directories, photos, maps, and more. At the library, you can access all of Ancestry.com’s online record for free.
This collection features more than 17,000 world history e-books to meet the needs of students in their research, including content on medieval history, history of music, history of science, art history, military history and more.
Get assistance on writing resumes and cover letters as well as tips on how to interview.
Encyclopedia Britannica Library – Reference Center
Encyclopedia Britannica is a searchable encyclopedia that is great for school projects and subject overviews.
Are you trying to find out what the next book in Robert Jordan’s Wheel of Time series is? Do you like the character Sherlock Holmes and want to read more books about him? eSequels is a great reader’s guide to novels in series. You can browse by author, title, character, location, and subject.
Access this Genealogy Database from Home
Fold3 Library Edition provides convenient access to US military records, including the stories, photos, and personal documents of the men and women who served.
Get access to Virginia Legal Forms, including forms for wills, divorces, power of attorney, and more. These forms are available in Microsoft Word and Rich Text Format.
This essential collection of unique material is for both genealogical and historical researchers, with coverage dating back to the late 1700s. Use Heritage Quest to find your ancestors, trace their paths across America, and learn what life was like in the areas where they settled.
Are you looking for your next read? This is a great resource to help discover books in a particular genre or books similar to your favorite author. Each book has reviews
RBdigital allows you to check out audiobooks to your PC or digital device (Android, iPad, iPhone, and Kindle). You have access to two hundred classic books, including 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea, Hound of the Baskervilles, and Jane Eyre.
RBDigital: Downloadable Magazines
Download full color magazines straight to your tablet or PC. The library has access to fifty titles, including Rolling Stones, Woman’s Day, Vegetarian Times, Reader’s Digest, National Geographic, Newsweek, The Oprah Magazine, Good Housekeeping, and many many more.
This useful resource will help you research a variety of subjects, while assisting your English skills. This is a great tool for English Language Learners. It also includes a tool to hear the text aloud.
Learn a new language today! Choose among 15 different languages, including Spanish, Italian, French, Russian, Chinese, etc. Listen to common phrases in various languages.
This is the perfect resource for anyone learning a new skill, homeschoolers, or a professional who needs Continuing Education Courses. Courses include everything from accounting, history classes, software training, and more. You will need to sign up with an account.