Dec 31, 2009

Today at the Library (12/31/09 - 1/2/10)

The library will close at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday December 31 for New Year's Eve. We will re-open on Monday January 4 at our regular business hours. Have a safe and happy New Year!

Dec 24, 2009

Today at the Library (12/24 - 12/26/09)

The Library will be closed Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. We will re-open on Monday December 28 at our regular business hours. Have a safe and happy holiday season!

Dec 22, 2009

Today at the Library (12/22/09)

Because of road and parking lot conditions, there will be no Bookmobile service today. We apologize for the inconvenience. Thank you!

Dec 21, 2009

Today at the Library (12/21/09)

Due to late openings in our service area, if you have questions about our programs or services, please call your local branch or (804) 365-6211. Thank you!

UPDATE: The Goochland Branch Library is now open (as of 12:00 p.m.) and the King & Queen Branch Library is also open (as of 1:00 p.m.)

Dec 19, 2009

Today at the Library (12/19/09)

Programs and Events
West Point Branch Library
Second Saturday Matinee
Saturday December 19 at 1:00 p.m.
See a great family movie at the library.
Popcorn and drinks served. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Dec 18, 2009

Today at the Library (12/18/09)

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

Dec 17, 2009

Today at the Library (12/17/09)

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

Programs and Events
Atlee Branch Library
Fifth Annual Make It and Take It Holiday Ornament Class
Thursday December 17 at 6:30 p.m.
Adults, teens and children 10 & over are invited to this fun holiday activity
Call (804) 559-0654 by Dec. 5 to register. Limited to 50 people.
Refreshments served.

Dec 16, 2009

Today at the Library (12/16/09)

Storytimes will resume the week of January 4, 2010.

Bookmobile Stops
Goochland County
Bundle of Joy Day Care (74 Plaza Dr.) 10:15 - 11:30 (see map)
Dover Baptist Church (Rt. 621) 12:00 - 12:30 (see map)
Broadview Shopping Center 1:45 - 2:30 (see map)
James River Estates (East Brook Run Dr.) 3:00 - 3:30 (see map)

Programs and Events
Richard S. Gillis, Jr./Ashland Branch Library
Baby Boomers Remember Ashland
Wednesday December 16 at 7:00 p.m.
Local Baby Boomers will share their stories about growing up in the "Center of the Universe."
Refreshments served. Sponsored by the Friends of the Ashland Library.

Dec 14, 2009

Today at the Library (12/14/09)

Storytimes will resume the week of January 4, 2010.

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

Programs and Events
Hanover Branch Library
Parents’ Night Out
Monday December 14 from 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Do you need time for yourself during the busy holiday season? Drop the kids (Ages 6-12) off at the library for dinner and a night of fun activities.
Registration is required by Friday Dec. 11!
Sponsored by the Hanover Branch Library Friends.

Dec 12, 2009

Today at the Library (12/12/09)

Programs & Events
Atlee Branch Library
Not-So-Boring Board Games
Saturday December 12 at 10:00 a.m.
For ages 10-19
Have fun playing our collection of board games with your friends.

Goochland Branch Library
Saturday Movie Matinee
Saturday December 12 at 1:30 p.m.
Ages 5-10
Those adorable talking puppies are back as they venture to the frosty arctic and team up with new friends in a thrilling Alaskan dogsled race.
Registration required
Refreshments served. Sponsored by the Friends of the Goochland Library.
Please consider giving to the Goochland Animal Shelter dogs this holiday season.

Mechanicsville Branch Library
Holiday Make-n-Take (with stories!)
Saturday December 12 at 10:30 a.m.
Children ages 3-12 will listen to stories and make holiday crafts at this fun holiday program.
Refreshments served. Sponsored by the Friends of the Mechanicsville Library.

Board Games
Saturday December 12 from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m.
(regular schedule - 3rd Friday of each month - begins January 2010)
This program is a chance for adults to get together and play board games.
Sponsored by the Pamunkey Regional Library.

Cochrane Rockville Branch Library
Sit & Stitch
Every second Saturday of the month at 10:00 a.m.
Next meeting: December 12
Bring your current needlework projects and learn a new skill or brush up on techniques you already know. Discover the perfect place to learn and laugh!

Dec 11, 2009

Today at the Library (12/11/09)

Storytimes

Today is the last day of the Fall Storytime Schedule. Our Winter/Spring Storytimes will begin on January 4.

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

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

West Point Branch Library
Family Storytime 11:00 a.m.

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

Programs and Events
Richard S. Gillis, Jr./Ashland Branch Library
Teen Movie Night
Friday December 11 at 6:00 p.m.
Pizza served! Sponsored by the Friends of the Ashland Library.

Dec 10, 2009

Today at the Library (12/10/09)

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
Kiddie Kingdom (813 Thompson Street) 10:00 - 11:30 (see map)
Kings Charter Village Center 1:30 - 2:00 (see map)
All Aboard Child Dev. Ctr. (7147 Stonewall Pkwy.) 2:30 - 3:15 (see map)

Programs and Events
Atlee Branch Library
Fifth Annual Make It and Take It Holiday Ornament Class
Thursday December 10 at 6:30 p.m.
Children in grades K-5 and their parents are invited to this fun holiday activity
Call (804) 559-0654 by Dec. 5 to register. Limited to 50 people.
Refreshments served.

Dec 9, 2009

Today at the Library (12/9/09)

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.
Toddler Storytime 11:00 a.m.

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

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

Dec 8, 2009

Today at the Library (12/8/09)

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

Hanover Branch Library
Bedtime/Family Storytime 6:45 p.m.

Mechanicsville Branch Library
Mother Goose 10:00 a.m.
Preschool Storytime 10:45 a.m.
Family Storytime 11:15 a.m.
Family/Bedtime Storytime 6:45 p.m.

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

Dec 7, 2009

Today at the Library (12/7/09)

Storytimes
Richard S. Gillis, Jr.,/Ashland Branch Library
Mother Goose Storytime 10:00 a.m.
Toddler Storytime 10:45 a.m.
Preschool Storytime 11:15 a.m.
Family Storytime 6:30 p.m.

Bookmobile Stops
King William County
King's Grant (McKendree Church, Rt. 605) 11:00 - 11:30 (see map)
Marle Hills (Oxford Lane) 11:45 - 12:30 (see map)
McCauley Park 1:30 - 2:00 (see map)
Manquin Farms (Moncuin Drive) 2:15 - 2:45 (see map)
Normans (8191 Little Florida Rd.) 3:15 - 3:45 (see map)

Dec 5, 2009

Today at the Library (12/5/09)

Programs and Events
Goochland Branch Library
Greeting Card Workshop
Saturday December 5 at 10:00 a.m.
Design a unique card for your special someone, using a variety of materials & techniques. Bring pieces of lace, fabric, ribbon, photos, dried flowers, etc. Paint & cardstock will be supplied. Call or visit the library to register. This workshop is for high school teens & adults.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Goochland Library.

Cochrane Rockville Branch Library
Parents' Morning Out
Saturday December 5 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Hey Parents, Grandparents, and Caregivers! Drop your little ones off for a Saturday filled with games, crafts, a light lunch, and a movie while you take care of some holiday errands.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Rockville Library.

Dec 4, 2009

Today at the Library (12/4/09)

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.

West Point Branch Library
Family Storytime 11:00 a.m.

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

Dec 3, 2009

Today at the Library (12/3/09)

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 (see map)
New Hanover Christian School (Chamberlayne Rd) 1:00 - 2:00 (see map)
Bon Secours Child Care (8210 Meadowbridge Rd.) 2:30 - 3:45 (see map)

Dec 2, 2009

Today at the Library (12/2/09)

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.
Toddler Storytime 11:00 a.m.

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

Bookmobile Stops
Goochland County
Bundle of Joy Day Care (74 Plaza Drive) 10:15 - 11:30 (see map)
Broadview Shopping Center 1:45 - 2:30 (see map)
James River Estates (East Brook Run Drive) 3:00 - 3:30 (see map)

Dec 1, 2009

Today at the Library (12/1/09)

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

Mechanicsville Branch Library
Mother Goose 10:00 a.m.
Preschool Storytime 10:45 a.m.
Family Storytime 11:15 a.m.
Family/Bedtime Storytime 6:45 p.m.

Bookmobile Stops
Hanover County
Advent Day Care (Advent Christian Church, Studley Road) 9:45 - 10:45
(see map)
Liberty Christian School (8094 Liberty Circle) 11:00 - 11:45 (see map)
Christian Village (Lee Davis Rd.) 1:30 - 2:15 (see map)
Minnieland Private Day School (7386 Creighton Pkwy.) 2:30 - 3:15 (see map)

Nov 30, 2009

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Today at the Library (11/30/09)

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

Nov 27, 2009

Today at the Library (11/27/09)

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.

West Point Branch Library
Family Storytime 11:00 a.m.

Nov 26, 2009

Today at the Library (11/26/09)

All branch libraries of the Pamunkey Regional Library will be closed today for Thanksgiving Day. Have a safe and happy holiday!

Nov 25, 2009

Today at the Library (11/25/09)

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.
Toddler Storytime 11:00 a.m.

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

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

Nov 24, 2009

Today at the Library (11/24/09)

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

Mechanicsville Branch Library
Mother Goose 10:00 a.m.
Preschool Storytime 10:45 a.m.
Family Storytime 11:15 a.m.
Family/Bedtime Storytime 6:45 p.m.

Bookmobile Stops
Hanover County
Childtime (8266 Windmill Watch Drive, formerly EduCare) 9:15 - 10:00 (see map)
Bell Creek Child Development (7620 Left Flank Rd.) 10:15 - 11:30 (see map)
Legacy Park (Pole Green Road) 11:45 - 12:30 (see map)
Covenant Woods (7090 Covenant Woods Drive) 2:00 - 2:45 (see map)

Nov 23, 2009

Today at the Library (11/23/09)

Storytimes
Richard S. Gillis, Jr.,/Ashland Branch Library
Mother Goose 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 (see map)
Mattaponi Indian Reservation (Rt. 640 to Rt. 625) 1:45 - 2:30 (see map)
King William Courthouse (Rt. 30) 2:45 - 3:15 (see map)

Nov 19, 2009

Today at the Library (11/19/09)

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 (see map)
Omni Park Place (101 Omni Rd.) 11:15 - 12:00 (see map)
Primrose School of Atlee Commons (Atlee Commons Rd) 2:30 - 3:30 (see map)

Programs and Events
Cochrane Rockville Branch Library
Dabblin' in Rockville
Thursday November 19 at 10:30 a.m.
Mary Lou Rickey will lead a glass painting class. Glass ornaments and paint will be supplied. If you wish to paint other glass items that can be baked in an oven, please bring those items with you. We hope to donate ornaments to a charitable organization or holiday fund-raiser.

Richard S. Gillis, Jr./Ashland Branch Library
"The Magic Treehouse" Comes to the Library
Thursday November 19 at 6:30 p.m.
Celebrate "The Magic Treehouse" series by Mary Pope Osborne at the library. Dress like Annie, Jack, or your favorite character. Play games, enjoy refreshments, and listen to excerpts from the books.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Ashland Library.

Nov 18, 2009

Pick of the Week (11-18-2009)



by Sarah Addison Allen
Quiet, awkward Josey Cirrini's peaceful life caring for her elderly mother is turned upside down when Della Lee Baker, a sassy, confident, and bold waitress fleeing an abusive boyfriend, decides to hide out in Josey's home.

Website of the Week (11-18-2009)

Thanksgiving on the Net

Thanksgiving Day in America is a time to offer thanks, of family gatherings and holiday meals. A time of turkeys, stuffing, and pumpkin pie. A time for Indian corn, holiday parades and giant balloons
So here for your entertainment are some fun Holiday things for you and your family. We've got stories of the Pilgrims and the first Thanksgiving, turkeys to take home, holiday pictures for the kids to print and color, tasty holiday recipes and e-greeting cards to send your friends and family. We hope you find something you like!


Today at the Library (11/18/09)

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.
Toddler Storytime 11:00 a.m.

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

Bookmobile Stops
Goochland County
Bundle of Joy Day Care (74 Plaza Dr.) 10:15 - 11:30 (see map)
Dover Baptist Church (Rt. 621) 12:00 - 12:30 (see map)
Broadview Shopping Center 1:45 - 2:30 (see map)
James River Estates (East Brook Run Dr.) 3:00 - 3:30 (see map)

Nov 17, 2009

Today at the Library (11/17/09)

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

Hanover Branch Library
Bedtime/Family Storytime 6:45 p.m.

Mechanicsville Branch Library
Mother Goose 10:00 a.m.
Preschool Storytime 10:45 a.m.
Family Storytime 11:15 a.m.
Family/Bedtime Storytime 6:45 p.m.

Bookmobile Stops
Hanover County
Childtime (7452 Old Hickory Drive, formerly EduCare) 10:00 - 11:00(see map)
Tuckaway Harbor Child Care Center (6857 Cold Harbor Rd.) 11:15 - 12:00 (see map)
Christian Village (Lee Davis Road) 1:30 - 2:15 (see map)
Cool Well Townhouse (Community Center) 2:30 - 3:15

Nov 14, 2009

Today at the Library (11/14/09)

Programs and Events
Atlee Branch Library
Not-So-Boring Board Games
Saturday November 14 and December 12 at 10:00 a.m.
For ages 10-19
Have fun playing our collection of board games with your friends.

Cochrane Rockville Branch Library
Sit & Stitch
Every second Saturday of the month at 10:00 a.m.
Next meeting: November 14
Bring your current needlework projects and learn a new skill or brush up on techniques you already know. Discover the perfect place to learn and laugh!

Mechanicsville Branch Library
Recycle, Reduce, Reuse
Saturday November 14 at 10:30 a.m.
Jean Ray from the Mechanicsville Garden Club will be showing families two crafts they can choose from to make using recycled materials.

Cochrane Rockville Branch Library
Armchair Traveler: Hawaii
Saturday November 14 at 2:00 p.m.
See what a beautiful treasure we have as part of our United States!
Refreshments served. Sponsored by the Friends of the Rockville Library.

Nov 13, 2009

Today at the Library (11/13/09)

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.

West Point Branch Library
Family Storytime 11:00 a.m.

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

Programs and Events
Richard S. Gillis, Jr./Ashland Branch Library
Teen Movie Night
Friday November 13 at 6:00 p.m.
Pizza served! Sponsored by the Friends of the Ashland Library.

Nov 12, 2009

Today at the Library (11/12/09)

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
Kiddie Kingdom (813 Thompson Street) 10:00 - 11:30 (see map)
Kings Charter Village Center 1:30 - 2:00 (see map)
All Aboard Child Dev. Ctr. (7147 Stonewall Pkwy.) 2:30 - 3:15 (see map)

Programs and Events
Richard S. Gillis, Jr./Ashland Branch Library
"Tennis Anyone?"
Thursday November 12 at 1:30 p.m.
For adults & seniors
Tennis Anyone? How about bowling or boxing? Stop by the library to test your skills using the Wii game system. If the Wii isn't your cup of tea, we'll also have Scrabble and other board games. Bring a friend!
Refreshments served. Sponsored by the Friends of the Ashland Library.

Nov 11, 2009

Today at the Library (11/11/09)

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.
Toddler Storytime 11:00 a.m.

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

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

Nov 10, 2009

Today at the Library (11/10/09)

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

Mechanicsville Branch Library
Mother Goose 10:00 a.m.
Preschool Storytime 10:45 a.m.
Family Storytime 11:15 a.m.
Family/Bedtime Storytime 6:45 p.m.

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

Programs and Events
Cochrane Rockville Branch Library
Dabblin' in Rockville
Tuesday November 10 at 7:00 p.m.
Mary Lou Rickey will lead a glass painting class. Glass ornaments and paint will be supplied. If you wish to paint other glass items that can be baked in an oven, please bring those items with you. We hope to donate ornaments to a charitable organization or holiday fund-raiser.

Nov 9, 2009

Today at the Library (11/9/09)

Storytimes
Richard S. Gillis, Jr.,/Ashland Branch Library
Mother Goose 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 (see map)
Mattaponi Indian Reservation (Rt. 640 to Rt. 625) 1:45 - 2:30
(see map)
King William Courthouse (Rt. 30) 2:45 - 3:15 (see map)

Nov 7, 2009

Today at the Library (11/7/09)

Programs and Events
Hanover Branch Library
Fall Open House
Saturday November 7 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (RE-SCHEDULED DATE)
Join us for a funtastic open house celebration with face painting, crafts, stories, cookie decorating, a movie, and a cake walk.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Hanover Library.

Today is the last day to sign up at the Mechanicsville Branch Library for the Recycle, Reduce, Reuse program on Saturday November 14 at 10:30 a.m.

Nov 6, 2009

Today at the Library (11/6/09)

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.

West Point Branch Library
Family Storytime 11:00 a.m.

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

Nov 5, 2009

Spotlight on: PamCat Guides

Would you like to find out how to put Books, DVDs, or CDs on hold at home? Do you want to see which New York Times Bestsellers are available at the library. Have you seen the subject guides for children and adults in PamCat, our online library catalog?

Check out Find, Request, & Renew: The Complete Guide to PamCat. Each guide explains catalog basics, how to use "My Account," placing holds, how to do advanced searches, finding new arrivals, and how to find related books in the subject guides in Kids' Library and Explore Subjects.

One-on-one training on how to use PamCat is also available at each of our branch libraries by appointment. Please call or visit your local branch library to arrange a time convenient for you.

Today at the Library (11/5/09)

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 (see map)
New Hanover Christian School (Chamberlayne Rd) 1:00 - 2:00 (see map)
Bon Secours Child Care (8210 Meadowbridge Rd.) 2:30 - 3:45 (see map)

Nov 4, 2009

Pick of the Week (11-4-2009)


The Late, Lamented Molly Marx

by Sally Koslow

Her enviable life having ended, Molly Marx now finds herself led by an unorthodox guide in the afterlife, where she can observe the friends and family she left behind and, as she watches them try to investigate her mysterious end, Molly relives her past.

Website of the Week (11-4-2009)




Are you struggling with a science fair project? Are you curious about science and the world around you? Get free help and incouragement from scientists on this award winning non-profit site. Don't get frustrated, have fun!

Nov 3, 2009

Today at the Library (11/3/09)

Storytimes
There will be no Storytimes at the Ashland Branch Library today.

Mechanicsville Branch Library
Mother Goose 10:00 a.m.
Preschool Storytime 10:45 a.m.
Family Storytime 11:15 a.m.
Family/Bedtime Storytime 6:45 p.m.

Bookmobile Stops
Hanover County
Advent Day Care (Advent Christian Church, Studley Road) 9:45 - 10:45(see map)
Liberty Christian School (8094 Liberty Circle) 11:00 - 11:45 (see map)
Christian Village (Lee Davis Rd.) 1:30 - 2:15 (see map)
Minnieland Private Day School (7386 Creighton Pkwy.) 2:30 - 3:15 (see map)

Nov 2, 2009

"Beyond 20 Things" VLA Conference 2009 presentation

Hello to everyone at the 2009 Virginia Library Association Conference who joined us last Friday for our presentation on "Beyond 20 Things." We showcased the Web 2.0 projects that all of our library staff created. Links to the slides and the handout from the presentation are located on our Resources for Libraries page. If you have any questions or technical issues, send us an e-mail at ask@pamunkeylibrary.org or IM us using the meebo chat box on our home page.

Today at the Library (11/2/09)

Storytimes
Richard S. Gillis, Jr.,/Ashland Branch Library
Mother Goose Storytime 10:00 a.m.
Toddler Storytime 10:45 a.m.
Preschool Storytime 11:15 a.m.
Family Storytime 6:30 p.m.

Bookmobile Stops
King William County
King's Grant (McKendree Church, Rt. 605) 11:00 - 11:30 (see map)
Marle Hills (Oxford Lane) 11:45 - 12:30 (see map)
McCauley Park 1:30 - 2:00 (see map)
Manquin Farms (Moncuin Drive) 2:15 - 2:45 (see map)
Normans (8191 Little Florida Rd.) 3:15 - 3:45 (see map)

Oct 31, 2009

Today at the Library (10/31/09)

Programs and Events
Atlee Branch Library
Friends of the Atlee Library Halloween Book Sale
Thursday October 29 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. (members only sale; join at the door)
Friday October 30 from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (open to the public)
Saturday October 31 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (open to the public)
Paperback books are $.50, hardcover books are $1.00.
There will also be a raffle drawing for an original 18 inch Folk Art Father Christmas, hand sculptured by member, Elizabeth C. Britton, at the book sale.
The drawing for the winner will be on Saturday October 31 at 3:00 p.m.
Raffle Tickets are $1.00 each
Purchase a "Friends of the Atlee Library" book/tote bag during the sale and fill it for only $10.00.
You can also donate your gently used hardback books, paperbacks, DVDs and CDs to the Friends for the sale.

Oct 30, 2009

Today at the Library (10/30/09)

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.

West Point Branch Library
Family Storytime 11:00 a.m.

Programs and Events
Atlee Branch Library
Friends of the Atlee Library Halloween Book Sale
Friday October 30 from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (open to the public)
Paperback books are $.50, hardcover books are $1.00.
There will also be a raffle drawing for an original 18 inch Folk Art Father Christmas, hand sculptured by member, Elizabeth C. Britton, at the book sale.
The drawing for the winner will be on Saturday October 31 at 3:00 p.m.
Raffle Tickets are $1.00 each.
Purchase a "Friends of the Atlee Library" book/tote bag during the sale and fill it for only $10.00.
You can also donate your gently used hardback books, paperbacks, DVDs and CDs to the Friends for the sale.

Oct 29, 2009

Today at the Library (10/29/09)

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.

Programs and Events
Atlee Branch Library
Friends of the Atlee Library Halloween Book Sale
Thursday October 29 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. (members only sale; join at the door)
Paperback books are $.50, hardcover books are $1.00.
There will also be a raffle drawing for an original 18 inch Folk Art Father Christmas, hand sculptured by member, Elizabeth C. Britton, at the book sale.
The drawing for the winner will be on Saturday October 31 at 3:00 p.m.
Raffle Tickets are $1.00 each.
Purchase a "Friends of the Atlee Library" book/tote bag during the sale and fill it for only 10.00.
You can also donate your gently used hardback books, paperbacks, DVDs and CDs to the Friends for the sale.

Oct 28, 2009

Pick of the Week (10-28-2009)


The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie

by Alan Bradley

Eleven-year-old Flavia de Luce, an aspiring chemist with a passion for poison, is propelled into a mystery when a man is found murdered on the grounds of her family's decaying English mansion and Flavia's father becomes the main suspect.

Website of the Week (10-28-2009)


ChildFun.com

ChildFun is a great site chock full of ideas for crafts, games, and recipes to do with your kids. Find projects for any holiday coming up, including ideas for Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. ChildFun has a special section for parents and caregivers with lots of hints and tips.


Today at the Library (10/28/09)

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.
Toddler Storytime 11:00 a.m.

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

Programs and Events
Atlee Branch Library
Halloween Parade and Movie Night
Wednesday October 28 at 6:30 p.m.
See a great family Halloween movie and show off your costume in our parade.
Refreshments served.

Oct 27, 2009

Today at the Library (10/27/09)

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

Mechanicsville Branch Library
Mother Goose 10:00 a.m.
Preschool Storytime 10:45 a.m.
Family Storytime 11:15 a.m.
Family/Bedtime Storytime 6:45 p.m.

Bookmobile Stops
Hanover County
Childtime (8266 Windmill Watch Drive, formerly EduCare) 9:15 - 10:00 (see map)
Bell Creek Child Development (7620 Left Flank Rd.) 10:15 - 11:30 (see map)
Legacy Park (Pole Green Road) 11:45 - 12:30 (see map)
Covenant Woods (7090 Covenant Woods Drive) 2:00 - 2:45 (see map)

Oct 26, 2009

Today at the Library (10/26/09)

Storytimes
Richard S. Gillis, Jr.,/Ashland Branch Library
Mother Goose 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 (see map)
Mattaponi Indian Reservation (Rt. 640 to Rt. 625) 1:45 - 2:30 (see map)
King William Courthouse (Rt. 30) 2:45 - 3:15 (see map)

Oct 24, 2009

Today at the Library (10/24/09)

Programs and Events
Hanover Branch Library
Fall Open House (This program has been cancelled)
Saturday October 24 from 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Join us for a funtastic open house celebration with face painting, crafts, stories, cookie decorating, a movie, and a cake walk.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Hanover Library.

Upper King William Branch Library
Beyond Reality with Duct Tape and Beads
Saturday October 24 at 12:15 p.m.
For ages 11-18
Choose from several Beyond Reality duct tape crafts to create, then come back down to earth with a beaded necklace or bracelet to take home.
Snacks served! Sponsored by the Friends of the UKW Library.

Cochrane Rockville Branch Library
Getting Wild Birds Ready for Winter
Saturday October 24 at 2:00 p.m.
Dont' miss Wild Birds Unlimited's Lyon Ewell's tips and tricks on how to care for wild birds during wintertime.
Refreshments served. Sponsored by the Friends of the Rockville Library.

Oct 23, 2009

Today at the Library (10/23/09)

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.

West Point Branch Library
Family Storytime 11:00 a.m.

Bookmobile Stops
King & Queen County
Learning Connections 9:45 - 10:45 (see map)
King & Queen Senior Ctr. (Bethlehem Baptist Ch., Rt. 14) 11:15 - 11:45 (see map)
King and Queen Courthouse 1:15 - 2:00 (see map)

Programs and Events
Cochrane Rockville Branch Library
"Twilight" in Rockville
Friday October 23 at 5:45 p.m.
For ages 11-18
Hey Twilight fans! Join us for dinner & a movie to get ready for "New Moon"” in November.
Snacks served! Sponsored by the Friends of the Rockville Library.

Richard S. Gillis, Jr./Ashland Branch Library
Teen Game Night
Friday October 23 at 6:00 p.m.
Play Guitar Hero III, Wii games, and board games with your friends.
Snacks served! Sponsored by the Friends of the Ashland Library.

Oct 22, 2009

Today at the Library (10/22/09)

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
Cool Spring Day Care (Cool Spring Church) 10:00 - 10:45 (see map)
Bundle of Joy Day Care (9550 King's Charter Drive) 11:00 - 12:00
(see map)
King's Charter Village Center 1:30 - 2:00 (see map)
Pooh Corner Center Day Care (Lakeridge Pkwy.) 2:30 - 3:30 (see map)

Programs and Events
Mechanicsville Branch Library
Twilight Trivia Contest
Thursday October 22 at 6:30 p.m.
For grades 6-12
Test your Twilight series knowledge to win movie tickets to "New Moon."
Snacks served! Sponsored by the Friends of the Mechanicsville Library.

Oct 21, 2009

Website of the Week (10-21-2009)


AudioFile Editors Celebrate Edgar Allan Poe
Download a FREE collection of Edgar Allan Poe stories on audio!

This year marks the 200th anniversary of the birth of Edgar Allan Poe, whose stories are perennial classics on audio. From old-time radio drama performances by actors such as Peter Lorre and Boris Karloff to modern-day unabridged recordings, Poe's chilling stories have engrossed and entertained generations of listeners. This Halloween, turn down the lights, turn up the volume on your iPod, and celebrate Poe's audio legacy.

Pick of the Week (10-21-2009)

The Banshee
by Eve Bunting

When Terry wakes up in the middle of the night to horrible screeching, he thinks the Banshee has come to pay his family a visit.

Today at the Library (10/21/09)

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.
Toddler Storytime 11:00 a.m.

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

Bookmobile Stops
Goochland County
Bundle of Joy Day Care (74 Plaza Dr.) 10:15 - 11:30 (see map)
Dover Baptist Church (Rt. 621) 12:00 - 12:30 (see map)
Broadview Shopping Center 1:45 - 2:30 (see map)
James River Estates (East Brook Run Dr.) 3:00 - 3:30 (see map)

Programs and Events
Atlee Branch Library
Richmond Indigenous Gourd Trio
Wednesday October 21 at 7:00 p.m.
For ages 11-18
Ever hear a gourd make music? Find out at this fun concert!
Snacks served! Sponsored by the Friends of the Atlee Library.

Oct 20, 2009

Today at the Library (10/20/09)

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

Mechanicsville Branch Library
Mother Goose 10:00 a.m.
Preschool Storytime 10:45 a.m.
Family Storytime 11:15 a.m.
Family/Bedtime Storytime 6:45 p.m.

Bookmobile Stops
Hanover County
Childtime (7452 Old Hickory Drive, formerly EduCare) 10:00 - 11:00 (see map)
Tuckaway Harbor Child Care Center (6857 Cold Harbor Rd.) 11:15 - 12:00 (see map)
Christian Village (Lee Davis Road) 1:30 - 2:15 (see map)
Cool Well Townhouse (Community Center) 2:30 - 3:15

Programs and Events
Cochrane Rockville Branch Library
Friends of the Rockville Library Annual Meeting
Tuesday October 20 at 7:00 p.m.
You are cordially invited to enjoy editor of the Herald-Progress, Greg Glassner’s, light-hearted look at life in Hanover County!
Hear about the Friends’ past accomplishments and goals for the upcoming year and help elect new officers.
Refreshments served.

Oct 19, 2009

Today at the Library (10/19/09)

Storytimes
Richard S. Gillis, Jr.,/Ashland Branch Library
Mother Goose 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, Rt. 605) 11:00 - 11:30 (see map)
Marle Hills (Oxford Road) 11:45 - 12:30 (see map)
McCauley Park 1:30 - 2:00 (see map)
Manquin Farms (Moncuin Drive) 2:15 - 2:45 (see map)
King William Youth Center (Rt. 30) 3:15 - 4:00 (see map)

Oct 18, 2009

Today at the Library (10/18/09)

Programs and Events
Goochland Branch Library
Meet Author Gigi Amateau at the Friends of the Goochland Library Annual Day
Sunday October 18 at 3:00 p.m.
The award-winning author of A Certain Strain of Peculiar, Claiming Georgia Tate, and Chancey of the Maury River will be the featured speaker and her books will be available for signing/sale.
Refreshments served.
Learn more about Gigi at www.gigiamateau.com.

Oct 17, 2009

Today at the Library (10/17/09)

Programs and Events
West Point Branch Library
Vampires vs. Werewolves
Saturday October 17 at 5:00 p.m.
For ages 11-18
Dress in costume or come as you are! We’ll play Rock Band, Guitar Hero, and talk about popular books for teens featuring vampires and werewolves as main characters.
Pizza and snacks served! Sponsored by the Friends of the West Point Library.

Oct 16, 2009

Today at the Library (10/16/09)

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.

West Point Branch Library
Family Storytime 11:00 a.m.

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

Programs and Events
Lois Wickham Jones/Montpelier Branch Library
Beyond Reality Idol
Friday October 16 at 6:30 p.m.
For ages 11-18
Show off your out-of-this-world voice and talent at this great karaoke program.
Snacks served! Sponsored by the Friends of the Montpelier Library