Nov 28, 2008

Today at the Library (11/28/08)

Storytimes
Hanover Branch Library
Family Storytime 10:45 a.m.

Rockville Branch Library
Toddler Storytime 10:00 a.m.
Preschool Storytime 10:45 a.m.

Nov 27, 2008

Today at the Library (11/27/08)

The Library will be closed today for the Thanksgiving holiday. We will reopen on Friday November 28 at our regular hours.

Nov 26, 2008

Pick of the Week



Cradle of America:


Four Centuries of Virginia History



by Peter Wallenstein




In this first single-authored history of Virginia since the 1970s, Peter Wallenstein traces major themes across four centuries in a brisk narrative that recalls the people and events that have shaped the Old Dominion.

Today at the Library (11/26/08)

Storytimes
Atlee Branch Library
Toddler Storytime 10:00 a.m.
Preschool Storytime 10:30 a.m.

Goochland Branch Library
Toddler Storytime 11:00 a.m.

Mechanicsville Branch Library
Toddler Storytime 10:00 a.m.
Preschool Storytime 10:30 a.m.
Family Storytime 11:15 a.m.

Lois Wickham Jones/Montpelier Branch Library
Mother Goose 9:15 a.m.
Preschool Storytime 10:00 a.m.

Upper King William Branch Library
Preschool Storytime 10:30 a.m.
Mother Goose Storytime 11:30 a.m.

West Point Branch Library
Family Storytime 10:30 a.m.

Bookmobile Stops
Goochland County
Salem Pre-School (Salem Baptist Ch., Cardwell Rd.) 10:00 - 11:30
Elk Hill Farm 12:45 - 1:45
Courthouse Commons Shopping Center 2:15 - 3:15

Nov 25, 2008

Today at the Library (11/25/08)

Storytimes
Richard S. Gillis, Jr.,/Ashland Branch Library
Toddler Storytime 10:00 a.m.
Preschool Storytime 10:30 a.m.

Bookmobile Stops
Hanover County
Educare Day Care (8226 Windmill Watch Drive) 9:15 - 10:00
Bell Creek Child Development (7620 Left Flank Rd.) 10:15 - 11:30
Legacy Park (Pole Green Road) 11:45 - 12:30
Covenant Woods (7090 Covenant Woods Drive) 2:00 - 2:45

Nov 24, 2008

Today at the Library (11/24/08)

Storytimes
Richard S. Gillis, Jr.,/Ashland Branch Library
Mother Goose Storytime Storytime 10:00 a.m.
Toddler Storytime 10:45 a.m.
Preschool Storytime 11:15 a.m.

Bookmobile Stops
King William County
Guardian Angels (2372 King William Road) 10:30 - 11:15
Mattaponi Indian Reservation (Rt. 640 to Rt. 625) 1:45 - 2:30
King William Courthouse (Rt. 30) 2:45 - 3:15

Nov 22, 2008

Today at the Library (11/22/08)

Programs and Events
The Armchair Traveler program at the Cochrane Rockville Branch Library has been cancelled.

West Point Branch Library
Second Saturday Matinee
Saturday November 22 at 1:00 p.m.
All ages.
Refreshments served. Sponsored by the Friends of the West Point Library.

Nov 21, 2008

Today at the Library (11/21/08)

Storytimes
Hanover Branch Library
Family Storytime 10:45 a.m.

Rockville Branch Library
Toddler Storytime 10:00 a.m.
Preschool Storytime 10:45 a.m.

Bookmobile Stops
King & Queen County
Kiddie Korner (Rt. 629, Walkerton) 10:00 - 11:15
Scott's Store (Walkerton) 11:20 - 11:45
King & Queen Elementary School (24667 The Trail) 1:15 - 2:15

Programs and Events
King and Queen Branch Library
Good Foods
Friday November 21 at 10:30 a.m.
Listen to stories about food that's good for you and make a healthy and tasty fruit smoothie.
Refreshments served. Sponsored by the West Point Parent Child Development Center and Head Start.

Richard S. Gillis, Jr./Ashland Branch Library
Teen Movie Night
Friday November 21 at 6:00 p.m.
Pizza served! Bring a friend! Sponsored by the Friends of the Ashland Library.

Nov 20, 2008

Today at the Library (11/20/08)

Storytimes
Atlee Branch Library
Mother Goose Storytime 10:00 a.m.
Family Storytime 10:45 a.m.

Goochland Branch Library
Preschool Storytime 10:00 a.m.
Mother Goose Storytime 11:00 a.m.

Mechanicsville Branch Library
Toddler Storytime 10:00 a.m.
Preschool Storytime 10:30 a.m.
Family Storytime 11:15 a.m.

Bookmobile Stops
Hanover County
Goddard School (Sliding Hill Rd.) 9:30 - 10:45
Omni Park Place(101 Omni Rd.) 11:15 - 12:00
Primrose School of Atlee Commons (Atlee Commons Rd) 2:30 - 3:30

Programs and Events
Hanover Branch Library
Lunchtime Book Group
Thursday November 20 at 12:30 p.m.
Join us at lunchtime for a brief discussion of Water for Elephants by Sara Gruen.
Dessert and drinks will be provided. Please bring your own lunch.
Sponsored by the Hanover Library Friends.

Goochland Branch Library
Drawing Anime
Thursday November 20 at 6:00 p.m.
Watch a short film and have fun drawing your favorite characters.
Pizza, drinks, and dessert served! Sponsored by the Friends of the Goochland Library.

Nov 19, 2008

Position Available: Branch Manager I

Branch Manager I, Hanover Branch Library

If you are energetic, enjoy working with people, books and computers, interested in local history and genealogy, and thrive in a busy library environment, the Pamunkey Regional Library invites you to apply for the position of Branch Manager I, at the Hanover Branch Library, 7527 Library Drive, Hanover, VA 23069.

The Branch Manager is responsible for creating and providing innovative library services and programs, working with the public and supervising staff. This is a full-time benefited position requiring some evening hours and at least one Saturday a month. The job is open as of January 1, 2009. The starting salary is $27,813 per year. Four year college degree is required and library/supervisory experience desirable.

Interviews will be held week of December 8 or 15. To apply, send letter and completed PRL application to Linda Gosnell, Supervising Librarian, Pamunkey Regional Library, P. O. Box 119, Hanover VA 23069, or fax these items to (804) 365-6389, or e-mail them to lgosnell@pamunkeylibrary.org with a subject line: "Hanover Branch Manager" by 12 noon (EDT), December 8, 2008. TDD#730-6140 EOE/MFH.

Job description and application forms can be found at http://www.pamunkeylibrary.org/library_jobs.htm.

Today at the Library (11/19/08)

Storytimes
Atlee Branch Library
Toddler Storytime 10:00 a.m.
Preschool Storytime 10:30 a.m.

Goochland Branch Library
Toddler Storytime 11:00 a.m.

Mechanicsville Branch Library
Toddler Storytime 10:00 a.m.
Preschool Storytime 10:30 a.m.
Family Storytime 11:15 a.m.

Lois Wickham Jones/Montpelier Branch Library
Mother Goose 9:15 a.m.
Preschool Storytime 10:00 a.m.

Upper King William Branch Library
Preschool Storytime 10:30 a.m.
Mother Goose Storytime 11:30 a.m.

West Point Branch Library
Family Storytime 10:30 a.m.

Bookmobile Stops
Goochland County
Dover Baptist Church (Rt. 621) 11:30 - 12:15
Broadview Shopping Center 1:45 - 2:30
James River Estates (East Brook Run Dr.) 3:00 - 3:30

Pick of the Week

The Ultimate Cheapskate's

Road Map to True Riches

by Jeff Yeager

Departing from the get rich mantra of many personal finance books, Yeager, once dubbed the Ultimate Cheapskate by NBC's Today Show, instead advises readers to shift their priorities and live well on less in this sensible guide to frugal living. By emphasizing the virtues and satisfactions of living cheaply, Yeager convincingly makes the case that frugality can free more time and cash for life's true pleasures a passion-filled career, hobbies and giving back to one's loved ones and community.

Website of the Week




MissingMoney.com is a database of governmental unclaimed property records.

Common types of unclaimed property include:
Bank accounts and safe deposit box contents
Stocks, mutual funds, bonds, and dividends
Uncashed checks and wages
Insurance policies, CD's, trust funds
Utility deposits, escrow accounts.
To enhance the states' outreach efforts to locate lost owners, MissingMoney.com, a national database, was established in November 1999 by the National Association of Unclaimed Property Administrators (NAUPA). MissingMoney.com enables owners to perform comprehensive searches for lost assets required by law to be turned over to the states.

Nov 17, 2008

Today at the Library (11/17/08)

Storytimes
Richard S. Gillis, Jr.,/Ashland Branch Library
Mother Goose Storytime Storytime 10:00 a.m.
Toddler Storytime 10:45 a.m.
Preschool Storytime 11:15 a.m.

Bookmobile Stops
King William County
King's Grant (McKendree Church) 11:15 - 12:00
Manquin Farms (Moncuin Drive) 12:05 - 12:30
McCauley Park 1:30 - 2:00
Rose Garden Estates (Dogwood Court) 2:15 - 2:45
King William Youth Center (Rt. 30) 3:15 - 4:00

Nov 14, 2008

Today at the Library (11/14/08)

Storytimes
Hanover Branch Library
Family Storytime 10:45 a.m.

Rockville Branch Library
Toddler Storytime 10:00 a.m.
Preschool Storytime 10:45 a.m.

Bookmobile Stops
King and Queen County
Cherub School (3263 Old Church Rd.) 10:00 –10:45
King & Queen Senior Ctr. (Bethany Baptist Ch., Rt. 14) 11:15 - 11:45
King and Queen Courthouse (Rt. 14) 1:15 - 2:00

Programs and Events
Richard S. Gillis, Jr./Ashland Branch Library
Slumbertime Storytime
Friday November 14 at 6:30 p.m.
Wear your pajamas and bring a favorite stuffed friend to this special evening Family Storytime.
Milk and cookies served. Sponsored by the Friends of the Ashland Library.

Nov 13, 2008

Today at the Library (11/13/08

Storytimes
Atlee Branch Library
Mother Goose Storytime 10:00 a.m.
Family Storytime 10:45 a.m.

Goochland Branch Library
Preschool Storytime 10:00 a.m.
Mother Goose Storytime 11:00 a.m.

Mechanicsville Branch Library
Toddler Storytime 10:00 a.m.
Preschool Storytime 10:30 a.m.
Family Storytime 11:15 a.m.

Bookmobile Stops
Hanover County
Tuckaway Day Care (304 Ashcake Road) 10:00 - 11:00
Kiddie Kingdom (813 Thompson Street ) 11:15 - 12:00
Kings Charter Village Center 1:30 - 2:00
All Aboard Child Dev. Ctr.(7147 Stonewall Pkwy.) 2:30 - 3:15

Nov 12, 2008

Today at the Library (11/12/08)

Storytimes
Atlee Branch Library
Toddler Storytime 10:00 a.m.
Preschool Storytime 10:30 a.m.


Goochland Branch Library
Toddler Storytime 11:00 a.m.

Mechanicsville Branch Library
Toddler Storytime 10:00 a.m.
Preschool Storytime 10:30 a.m.
Family Storytime 11:15 a.m.

Lois Wickham Jones/Montpelier Branch Library
Mother Goose 9:15 a.m.
Preschool Storytime 10:00 a.m.

Upper King William Branch Library
Preschool Storytime 10:30 a.m.
Mother Goose Storytime 11:30 a.m.

West Point Branch Library
Family Storytime 10:30 a.m.

Bookmobile Stops
Goochland County
Salem Pre-School (Salem Baptist Ch., Cardwell Rd.) 10:00 - 11:30
Elk Hill Farm 12:45 - 1:45
Courthouse Commons Shopping Center 2:15 - 3:15


Programs and Events
Hanover Branch Library
Second Annual Silent Auction (LAST DAY!)
November 6 - 12 during library hours
Do your holiday shopping and help a good cause at the same time!
Call (804) 365-6210 for more information.
Sponsored by the Hanover Library Friends.

Pick of the Week


by Dava Sobel
The Sun's family of planets becomes a familiar place in this guided tour of other worlds, Dava Sobel explores the origins and oddities of the planets through the lens of popular culture, from astrology, mythology, and science fiction to art, music, poetry, biography, and history. Whether revealing what lies behind Venus's cocoon of acid clouds or capturing firsthand the excitement at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory when pictures from Cassini at Saturn are beamed to Earth, this intimate account is filled with fascination, beauty, and surprise.

Website of the Week




At the Space Telescope Science Institute, we're working hard to study and explain the once-unimaginable celestial phenomena now made visible using Hubble's cutting-edge technology. In the course of this exploration we will continue to share with you the grace and beauty of the universe. because the discoveries belong to all of us.
Probe deeper! Explore the following links to learn more about who we are and what we do.

Nov 11, 2008

Today at the Library (11/11/08)

Storytimes
Richard S. Gillis, Jr.,/Ashland Branch Library
Toddler Storytime 10:00 a.m.
Preschool Storytime 10:30 a.m.

Bookmobile Stops
Hanover County
Atlee Christian Academy (Atlee Rd.) 9:15 - 10:30
Rainbow Station (8218 Atlee Road) 10:35 - 11:15
Toddler University (Rt. 301) 11:30 - 12:30
Covenant Woods (7090 Covenant Woods Drive) 2:00 - 2:45

Programs and Events
Today is Veteran's Day

Hanover Branch Library
Second Annual Silent Auction
November 6 - 12 during library hours
Do your holiday shopping and help a good cause at the same time!
Call (804) 365-6210 for more information.
Sponsored by the Hanover Library Friends.


Atlee Branch Library
Friends of the Atlee Library Meeting.
Tuesday November 11 at 7:00 p.m.
There will be reports on the Book Sale and Quilt Raffle, and the Talk given by author Jeffry D. Wertz about his new book, "Cavalryman of the Lost Cause: A Biography of J.E.B. Stuart."
Plans and a date will be discussed for our Christmas Luncheon for the library staff. Please bring a friend!
There is one autographed copy of Mr. Wertz’s book still available for $30.00. It would make a wonderful gift for anyone interested in the Civil War.
If you are interested in purchasing it, please call Betty Johnston at 746-5036.

Nov 10, 2008

Today at the Library (11/10/08)

Storytimes
Richard S. Gillis, Jr.,/Ashland Branch Library
Mother Goose Storytime Storytime 10:00 a.m.
Toddler Storytime 10:45 a.m.
Preschool Storytime 11:15 a.m.

Bookmobile Stops
King William County
Guardian Angels (2372 King William Road) 10:30 - 11:15
Mattaponi Indian Reservation (Rt. 640 to Rt. 625) 1:45 - 2:30
King William Courthouse (Rt. 30) 2:45 - 3:15

Programs and Events
Second Annual Silent Auction to benefit the Hanover Branch Library
November 6 - 12 during library hours
Do your holiday shopping and help a good cause at the same time!
Call (804) 365-6210 for more information. Sponsored by the Hanover Library Friends.

Nov 7, 2008

Today at the Library (11/7/08)

Storytimes
Hanover Branch Library
Family Storytime 10:45 a.m.

Rockville Branch Library
Toddler Storytime 10:00 a.m.
Preschool Storytime 10:45 a.m.

Bookmobile Stops
King and Queen County
Kiddie Korner (Rt. 629, Walkerton) 10:00 - 11:15
Bruington Baptist Church (Rt. 14) 11:30 - 12:00
Walkerton Post Office 1:15 - 2:30

Programs and Events
Second Annual Silent Auction to benefit the Hanover Branch Library
November 6 - 12 during library hours
Do your holiday shopping and help a good cause at the same time!Call
(804) 365-6210 for more information. Sponsored by the Hanover Library Friends.

Nov 6, 2008

Today at the Library (11/6/08)

Storytimes
Atlee Branch Library
Mother Goose Storytime 10:00 a.m.
Family Storytime 10:45 a.m.

Goochland Branch Library
Preschool Storytime 10:00 a.m.
Mother Goose Storytime 11:00 a.m.

Mechanicsville Branch Library
Toddler Storytime 10:00 a.m.
Preschool Storytime 10:30 a.m.
Family Storytime 11:15 a.m.

Bookmobile Stops
Hanover County
Goddard School (Old Hickory Rd.) 9:45 - 11:30
New Hanover Christian School (Chamberlayne Rd.) 1:00 - 2:00
Bon Secours Child Care(8210 Meadowbridge Rd.) 2:30 - 3:45


Programs and Events
Hanover Branch Library
Second Annual Silent Auction
November 6 - 12 during library hours
Do your holiday shopping and help a good cause at the same time!
Call (804) 365-6210 for more information.
Sponsored by the Hanover Library Friends.

Nov 5, 2008

Pick of the Week

by David Macaulay
Explores the complex inner workings of the human body in a visual study of anatomy and physiology that ranges from the cells that form the building blocks of the body, to the individual organs and systems and how they function.

Website of the Week






The Eldercare Locator is the first step to finding resources for older adults in any U.S. community. It is a free national service of the Administration on Aging, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Just one phone call or Web site visit provides an instant connection to resources that enable older persons to live independently in their communities. Support services for caregivers are also available. The Eldercare Locator is designed to help older adults and their families and caregivers find their way through the maze of services for seniors by identifying trustworthy local support resources. The goal is to provide users with the information and resources they need that will help older persons live independently and safely in their homes and communities for as long as possible.




Nov 4, 2008

Today at the Library (11/4/08)

Storytimes
There will be no Storytime at the Ashland Branch Library because it is a polling place today. The library will be open from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Bookmobile Stops
Hanover County
Advent Day Care (Christian Church, Studley Road) 9:45 - 10:45
Liberty Christian School (8094 Liberty Circle) 11:00 - 11:45
Christian Village (Lee Davis Rd.) 1:30 - 2:15
Minnieland Private Day School (7386 Creighton Rd.) 2:30 - 3.15

Don't forget to vote today!

Nov 3, 2008

Today at the Library (11/3/08)

Storytimes
Richard S. Gillis, Jr.,/Ashland Branch Library
Mother Goose Storytime Storytime 10:00 a.m.
Toddler Storytime 10:45 a.m.
Preschool Storytime 11:15 a.m.

Bookmobile Stops
King William County
King's Grant (McKendree Church) 11:15 - 12:00
Manquin Farms (Moncuin Drive) 12:05 - 12:30
McCauley Park 1:30 - 2:00
Rose Garden Estates (Dogwood Court) 2:15 - 2:45
Normans (8191 Little Florida Rd.) 3:10 - 3:45

Nov 1, 2008

Today at the Library (11/1/08)

Programs and Events
Goochland Branch Library
Greeting Card Workshop
Saturday November 1 at 10:00 a.m.
Hey teens and adults! Design a unique card for a special someone, using a variety of materials and techniques. Bring lace, fabric, ribbon, photos, etc. to decorate your card. Paint and card stock provided.
Pre-register at the library. Sponsored by the Friends of the Goochland Library.

Hanover Branch Library
Bike Rodeo
Saturday November 1 at 10:30 a.m.
Check out the latest bike safety books & information and try out our obstacle course.
Refreshments served. Sponsored by the Hanover Branch Library Friends.