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Accel5 Business Library is your go-to for quick, impactful learning tailored to working professionals. Access concise videos on essential topics like business skills, leadership, management, and personal effectiveness, as well as summaries of key business and leadership books, and articles by industry experts on today’s workplace challenges.

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Accel5 Business Library offers convenient, on-demand learning for busy professionals. Discover brief, impactful videos covering business skills, leadership, management, and personal development; book summaries on essential business and leadership topics; and articles by industry experts on the latest workplace trends.

The GCFLearnFree.org program is designed to help you learn the essential skills needed to live and work in the 21st century. From Microsoft Office and email to reading, math, and more, GCFLearnFree.org offers more than 180 topics, including more than 2,000 lessons and 800+ videos, completely free.

HelpNow by Brainfuse offers live support from certified educators for homework, research, and writing across all subjects, from kindergarten through college. Available seven days a week, assistance is accessible from 2 p.m. to 11 p.m.

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Gale Legal Forms offers downloadable, fillable forms for common legal transactions, all up-to-date with Virginia law. Access forms for leases, sales contracts, powers of attorney, and more.

Please note: Gale Legal Forms, its publisher Gale Cengage, The Library of Virginia, Virginia public libraries, and their funding bodies assume no liability for any actions resulting from the use of these forms.

Winchester Virginia's volunteer adult literacy
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Mango Languages is an interactive online language-learning platform offering courses in Spanish, Polish, English, Mandarin, and many other languages. With Mango, you can practice vocabulary, pronunciation, and cultural insights to build real-world conversation skills. Start learning a new language anytime, on your computer or mobile device!

Niche Academy is a digital literacy and skill-building resource offering easy-to-follow video tutorials on popular library tools and essential online skills. Learn how to use e-resources like Libby, hoopla, and more, along with helpful guides on social media, online safety, Microsoft Office, and other everyday digital tools. Perfect for building confidence in today's digital world!

Reference Solutions offers accurate and comprehensive business and consumer data for job seekers, small business owners, marketing professionals, and researchers. Use this resource to find new business opportunities, research executives and companies, read news articles, conduct job searches, and gather data for research papers. You can also locate addresses and phone numbers, conduct market research, and much more!

Universal Class is your gateway to learning something new or enhancing your existing skills! With over 500 online courses available, you can explore a wide range of topics, from photography and physics to computers and calligraphy. Whether you're looking to advance your career, pursue a personal interest, or just expand your knowledge, Universal Class offers flexible, engaging classes that fit your schedule. Start your learning journey today!

Value Line offers reliable and unbiased information for both beginning and experienced investors. Access accurate and insightful research on companies, industries, markets, and economies to evaluate investments with confidence. With Value Line, you can make smarter, more profitable investment decisions that align with your financial goals.

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