Mar 31, 2009

Today at the Library (3/31/09)

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

Programs and Events
Cochrane Rockville Branch Library
Dr. Seuss’s Birthday
Tuesday March 31 from 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. (Re-scheduled from March 2)
Celebrate Dr. Seuss’s birthday at our open house with games, crafts, & stories read by guest reader, Julie Dauksys from South Anna Elementary.
Cake and punch served courtesy of the Friends of the Rockville Library.

Mar 30, 2009

Today at the Library 3/30/09

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.

Mar 27, 2009

PRL Career Transition Classes Segment - NBC12 3/25/09



Originally broadcast on WWBT-12 Richmond, VA (NBC affiliate) on March 25, 2009.
Covers the library's new Career Transition classes offered at each branch. These basic classes are designed for job seekers re-entering the workforce who may not be familiar with using computers to create resumes or search for/apply for jobs online. Jessica Schelleng, Reference Librarian at the Mechanicsville Branch Library is interviewed by Sunni Blevins.

Today at the Library (3/27/09)

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.

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
Richard S. Gillis, Jr./Ashland Branch Library
Movie Night
Friday March 27 at 7:00 p.m.
See the film adaptation of this year's Big Read selection, "Their Eyes Were Watching God", by Zora Neale Hurston.
Refreshments served. Sponsored by the Friends of the Ashland Library.

Atlee Branch Library
Making the Teen Scene at Atlee
Friday March 27 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Show off your karaoke skills, play board games, and hang out with your friends.
Part of Teen Tech Week.
Snacks served.

The 7th Annual PRL Poetry Contest
March 2 - 28, 2009
Enter the library's poetry contest for all ages (Grades K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, and Adult).
Pick up your entry form beginning Monday March 2.
Entries are must be returned by or before Saturday March 28.
Prizes will be awarded during our library poetry celebrations in April.
For more information call or visit your local branch library.

Mar 26, 2009

Today at the Library (3/26/09)

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
Cochrane Rockville Branch Library
The Magic of Reading with Ben Franklin
Thursday March 26 at 7:00 p.m.
Discover the true fun facts about Benjamin Franklin and meet him up close and in person.
Did you know -
1. He owned the nation’s first bath tub.
2. He founded the first subscription-based library in the U.S.
3. He had a state named after him, which has now disappeared.
Refreshments served. Sponsored by the Friends of the Rockville Library.

Mar 25, 2009

Pick of the Week (3-25-2009)


Revenge of the Kudzu Debutantes

by Cathy Holton

Dissatisfied with their lives, three southern belles--Lavonne, who is battling a weight problem; Nita, in lust with a younger, local gardener; and Eadie, married to an adulterous husband--discover they are all dealing with cheating spouses and launch a joint campaign to seek revenge.

Website of the Week (3-25-2009)


StoryCorps


Our mission is to honor and celebrate one another’s lives through listening.
Since 2003, over 35,000 everyday people have shared life stories with family and friends in our StoryBooths. Each conversation is recorded on a free CD to share, and is preserved at the Library of Congress. Millions listen to our broadcasts on public radio and the web. StoryCorps is one of the largest oral history projects of its kind.Our mission is to honor and celebrate one another’s lives through listening.


Since 2003, over 35,000 everyday people have shared life stories with family and friends in our StoryBooths. Each conversation is recorded on a free CD to share, and is preserved at the Library of Congress. Millions listen to our broadcasts on public radio and the web. StoryCorps is one of the largest oral history projects of its kind.

Today at the Library (3/25/09)

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.

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.

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
The 7th Annual PRL Poetry Contest
March 2 - 28, 2009
Enter the library's poetry contest for all ages (Grades K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, and Adult).
Pick up your entry form beginning Monday March 2.
Entries are must be returned by or before Saturday March 28.
Prizes will be awarded during our library poetry celebrations in April.
For more information call or visit your local branch library.

Mar 24, 2009

Today at the Library 3/24/09

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

Bookmobile Stops
Hanover County
Edu Care Children's Center (8226 Windmill Watch Drive) 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)

Programs and Events
The 7th Annual PRL Poetry Contest
March 2 - 28, 2009
Enter the library's poetry contest for all ages (Grades K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, and Adult).
Pick up your entry form beginning Monday March 2.
Entries are must be returned by or before Saturday March 28.
Prizes will be awarded during our library poetry celebrations in April.
For more information call or visit your local branch library.

Mar 23, 2009

Today at the Library (3/23/09)

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)


Programs and Events
The 7th Annual PRL Poetry Contest
March 2 - 28, 2009
Enter the library's poetry contest for all ages (Grades K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, and Adult).
Pick up your entry form beginning Monday March 2.
Entries are must be returned by or before Saturday March 28.
Prizes will be awarded during our library poetry celebrations in April.
For more information call or visit your local branch library.

Mar 21, 2009

Today at the Library (3/21/09)

Programs and Events
The 7th Annual PRL Poetry Contest
March 2 - 28, 2009
Enter the library's poetry contest for all ages (Grades K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, and Adult).
Pick up your entry form beginning Monday March 2.
Entries are must be returned by or before Saturday March 28.
Prizes will be awarded during our library poetry celebrations in April.
For more information call or visit your local branch library.

Mar 20, 2009

Today at the Library (3/20/09)

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 Schedule
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
The 7th Annual PRL Poetry Contest
March 2 - 28, 2009
Enter the library's poetry contest for all ages (Grades K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, and Adult).
Pick up your entry form beginning Monday March 2.
Entries are must be returned by or before Saturday March 28.
Prizes will be awarded during our library poetry celebrations in April.
For more information call or visit your local branch library.

Mar 19, 2009

Today at the Library (3/19/09)

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
Goochland Branch Library
Teen Tech Night
Thursday March 19 at 6:00 p.m.
Play DDR SuperNova and Guitar Hero III with your friends.
Part of Teen Tech Week.
Pizza, drinks, and dessert served! Sponsored by the Friends of the Goochland Library.

The 7th Annual PRL Poetry Contest
March 2 - 28, 2009
Enter the library's poetry contest for all ages (Grades K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, and Adult).
Pick up your entry form beginning Monday March 2.
Entries are must be returned by or before Saturday March 28.
Prizes will be awarded during our library poetry celebrations in April.
For more information call or visit your local branch library.

Mar 18, 2009

Pick of the Week (3-18-2009)


Scat

by Carl Hiaasen

Nick and his friend Marta decide to investigate when a mysterious fire starts near a Florida wildlife preserve and an unpopular teacher goes missing.

Website of the Week (3-18-2009)


GUYS READ is a web-based nonprofit literacy initiative for boys founded by Jon Scieszka. It is a sponsored program of the New York Foundation for the Arts. What boys like to read is not often the same as what they are required to read. Literary fiction is the mainstay of required school reading. Yet boys often prefer non-fiction, humor, information, comics/graphic novels, and more humor. Find some cool books to read today!

Today at the Library (3/18/09)

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.

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

Bookmobile Stops
Goochland County
Dover Baptist Church (Rt. 621) 11:30 - 12:15 (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
Around the World at 89 Years Young (with apologies to Jules Verne)
Wednesday March 18 at 2:30 p.m.
Dr. Harry Heckel, Jr. will present highlights of his solo sailing navigations around the world - one east completed in his seventies and one west, completed in his eighties. To date, he is the oldest man to claim this accomplishment.
Refreshments served courtesy of the Friends of the Atlee Library.

The 7th Annual PRL Poetry Contest
March 2 - 28, 2009
Enter the library’s poetry contest for all ages (Grades K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, and Adult).
Pick up your entry form beginning Monday March 2.
Entries are must be returned by or before Saturday March 28.
Prizes will be awarded during our library poetry celebrations in April.
For more information call or visit your local branch library.

Mar 17, 2009

Today at the Library (3/17/09)

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

Bookmobile Stops
Hanover County
Edu Care Children's Center (7452 Old Hickory Drive) 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)
Black Creek (Chickahominy Mkt., Cold Harbor Rd.) 2:45 - 3:15 (see map)

Programs and Events
The 7th Annual PRL Poetry Contest
March 2 - 28, 2009
Enter the library’s poetry contest for all ages (Grades K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, and Adult).
Pick up your entry form beginning Monday March 2.
Entries are must be returned by or before Saturday March 28.
Prizes will be awarded during our library poetry celebrations in April.
For more information call or visit your local branch library.

Mar 16, 2009

Today at the Library (3/16/09)

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) 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

Programs and Events
The 7th Annual PRL Poetry Contest
March 2 - 28, 2009
Enter the library’s poetry contest for all ages (Grades K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, and Adult).
Pick up your entry form beginning Monday March 2.
Entries are must be returned by or before Saturday March 28.
Prizes will be awarded during our library poetry celebrations in April.
For more information call or visit your local branch library.

Mar 14, 2009

Today at the Library (3/14/09)

Programs and Events
Cochrane Rockville Branch Library
Sit 'n Stitch
Every second Saturday of the month at 10:00 a.m. (new time!)
Next meeting: March 14
Bring a bagged lunch and your current needlework projects.
Learn a new skill or brush up on techniques you already know. Discover the perfect place to learn and laugh!
Dessert and drinks provided.

King and Queen Branch Library
King & Queen Library 15th Anniversary Open House
Saturday March 14 at 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Join us for an open house celebrating 15 years of service to King & Queen County. Stop by our branch book sale, too!
Refreshments served. Sponsored by the Friends of the King & Queen Library.

March 8-14 is Teen Tech Week
Check out our other programs for teens in March!

The 7th Annual PRL Poetry Contest
March 2 - 28, 2009
Enter the library’s poetry contest for all ages (Grades K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, and Adult).
Pick up your entry form beginning Monday March 2.
Entries are must be returned by or before Saturday March 28.
Prizes will be awarded during our library poetry celebrations in April.
For more information call or visit your local branch library.

Mar 13, 2009

Today at the Library (3/13/09)

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
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
Mechanicsville Branch Library
Teen Movie Night
Friday March 13 from 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.
See a popular PG-13 movie about Gotham City's crime-fighting superhero.
Part of Teen Tech Week.
Snacks served!
Sponsored by the Friends of the Mechanicsville Library.

Lois Wickham Jones/Montpelier Branch Library
Are You Techie Enough?
Friday March 13 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Join us for a Dance Dance Revolution SuperNova contest!
Part of Teen Tech Week.
Snacks served!
Sponsored by the Friends of the Montpelier Library.

Cochrane Rockville Branch Library
Press Play: Old School/New School Teen Game Night
Friday March 13 from 5:45 to 8:00 p.m.
Try out some cool computer games and test your skills with electronic games from "back in the day."
Part of Teen Tech Week.
Snacks served!
Sponsored by the Friends of the Rockville Library.

March 8-14 is Teen Tech Week
Check out our other programs for teens in March!

The 7th Annual PRL Poetry Contest
March 2 - 28, 2009
Enter the library’s poetry contest for all ages (Grades K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, and Adult).
Pick up your entry form beginning Monday March 2.
Entries are must be returned by or before Saturday March 28.
Prizes will be awarded during our library poetry celebrations in April.
For more information call or visit your local branch library.

Mar 12, 2009

Today at the Library (3/12/09)

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
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

Programs and Events
King and Queen Branch Library
Teen Tech Night

Thursday March 12 at 6:00 p.m.
Play Dance Dance Revolution SuperNova with your friends!
Part of Teen Tech Week.
Pizza served! Sponsored by the Friends of the King & Queen Library.

Richard S. Gillis, Jr./Ashland Branch Library
Game Night for Teens
Thursday March 12 at 6:30 p.m.
Play Guitar Hero III and some great board games with your friends.
Part of Teen Tech Week.
Snacks served! Sponsored by the Friends of the Ashland Library.

March 8-14 is Teen Tech Week
Check out our other programs for teens in March!

The 7th Annual PRL Poetry Contest
March 2 - 28, 2009
Enter the library’s poetry contest for all ages (Grades K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, and Adult).
Pick up your entry form beginning Monday March 2.
Entries are must be returned by or before Saturday March 28.
Prizes will be awarded during our library poetry celebrations in April.
For more information call or visit your local branch library.

Mar 11, 2009

Today at the Library (3/11/09)

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.

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
Elk Hill Farm 12:45 - 1:45
Courthouse Commons Shopping Center 2:15 - 3:15


Programs and Events
Hanover Branch Library
Game Room Connection
Wednesday March 11 at 6:45 p.m.
Play online multiplayer games with your friends.
Part of Teen Tech Week.
Snacks served! Sponsored by the Hanover Branch Library Friends.

March 8-14 is Teen Tech Week
Check out our other programs for teens in March!

The 7th Annual PRL Poetry Contest
March 2 - 28, 2009
Enter the library’s poetry contest for all ages(Grades K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, and Adult).
Pick up your entry form beginning Monday March 2.
Entries are must be returned by or before Saturday March 28.
Prizes will be awarded during our library poetry celebrations in April.
For more information call or visit your local branch library.

Pick of the Week (3-11-09)


Booking Passage:

We Irish and Americans

by Thomas Lynch

This book traces the author's numerous visits to the Irish community where his grandfather lived one hundred years before, describing his relationships with local residents and how the town and its people reflect the larger outside world.

Website of the Week (3-11-2009)


Ancient Ireland is the land of Celtic mysticism, mythical heroes, shamrocks, and St. Patrick. But what is truth and what is legend?
To find out, IN SEARCH OF ANCIENT IRELAND journeys across the centuries to explore fabled Erin's remarkable past and uncover the real story behind the island nation's rich global legacy.

Mar 10, 2009

Today at the Library (3/10/09)

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
Hanover Branch Library
Library Lullaby Family Storytime
Tuesday March 10 at 6:45 p.m.
Dress in your PJs for a special evening Storytime.

March 8-14 is Teen Tech Week
Check out our programs for teens in March!

The 7th Annual PRL Poetry Contest
March 2 - 28, 2009
Enter the library’s poetry contest for all ages(Grades K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, and Adult).
Pick up your entry form beginning Monday March 2.
Entries are must be returned by or before Saturday March 28.
Prizes will be awarded during our library poetry celebrations in April.
For more information call or visit your local branch library.

Mar 9, 2009

Today at the Library (3/9/09)

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
Mattaponi Indian Reservation (Rt. 640 to Rt. 625) 1:45 - 2:30
King William Courthouse (Rt. 30) 2:45 - 3:15


Programs and Events
The 7th Annual PRL Poetry Contest
March 2 - 28, 2009
Enter the library’s poetry contest for all ages (Grades K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, and Adult).
Pick up your entry form beginning Monday March 2.
Entries are must be returned by or before Saturday March 28.
Prizes will be awarded during our library poetry celebrations in April.
For more information call or visit your local branch library.

Mar 8, 2009

Women in History


March is Women's History Month and the library has a new, free online resource called Women in History. Gain a sense of the place and influence of women in the society of their day, and of the ways women conformed to or broke from their expected roles. Women in History features examples of women both famous and unsung, along with a variety of primary source quotations and photographs.


You can go to Women in History in the Library or from Work, Home, or School.

Mar 7, 2009

Today at the Library (3/7/09)

Programs and Events
Goochland Branch Library
Dr. Seuss's Birthday Party
Saturday March 7 from 10:00 a.m. to noon
Celebrate Dr. Seuss's birthday with stories read by special guest readers, crafts, games, and more!
This year's theme is based on Dr. Seuss's "The Lorax." Kids are invited to do the following during the program:
  • Plant a Peat Pot
  • Play catch with a Truffala Seed
  • Make and take your own Truffala Tree
  • Make a bookmark to share with someone else
Cake and juice served courtesy of the Friends of the Goochland Library.

Mechanicsville Branch Library
Dr. Seuss's Movie Morning
Saturday March 7 at 10:30 a.m.
Celebrate Dr. Seuss's birthday with a popular movie based on one of his books.
Refreshments served. Sponsored by the Friends of the Mechanicsville Library.

Atlee Branch Library
Cradle of America: Four Centuries of Virginia History
with noted historian, Peter Wallenstein
Saturday March 7 at 2:00 p.m.
A presentation by Mr. Wallenstein, a professor of history at Virginia Tech, on Virginia's 400-year-old relationship with America - from the colonial beginnings to the most recent presidential election - will be followed by a Q&A session and book signing.
Copies of Wallenstein's book will be available for purchase.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Atlee Library.

The 7th Annual PRL Poetry Contest
March 2 - 28, 2009
Enter the library’s poetry contest for all ages (Grades K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, and Adult).
Pick up your entry form beginning Monday March 2.
Entries are must be returned by or before Saturday March 28.
Prizes will be awarded during our library poetry celebrations in April.
For more information call or visit your local branch library.

Mar 6, 2009

Today at the Library (3/6/09)

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
Bruington Baptist Church (Rt. 14) 11:30 - 12:00
Walkerton Post Office 1:15 - 2:30

Programs and Events
West Point Branch Library
Seuss-Olympics
Friday March 6 from 11:30 to 1:00 p.m.
Celebrate Dr. Seuss's Birthday with the Green Eggs and Ham Opening Ceremony, followed by the games Foot Book Foot Race, Hop on Pop Bop, and the Cat in the Hat Balancing Game.
Seuss stories will be read by a special guest reader.
Refreshments served. Sponsored by the Friends of the West Point Library.

Cochrane Rockville Branch Library
Chili and a Movie Family Night
Friday March 6 at 6:00 p.m.
Join us for a great family movie with chili, dessert, and drinks.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Rockville Library.

Richard S. Gillis, Jr./Ashland Branch Library
Happy Birthday, Dr Seuss!
Friday March 6 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Wear your PJs and see a Seuss movie about a very open-hearted elephant.
Refreshments served courtesy of the Henry Clay Woman's Club.

The 7th Annual Pamunkey Regional Libarry Poetry Contest
March 2 - 28, 2009
Enter the library’s poetry contest for all ages (Grades K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, and Adult).
Pick up your entry form beginning Monday March 2.
Entries are must be returned by or before Saturday March 28.
Prizes will be awarded during our library poetry celebrations in April.
For more information call or visit your local branch library.

Mar 5, 2009

Today at the Library (3/5/09)

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

Programs and Events
King and Queen Branch Library
Dr. Seuss's Birthday Party
Thursday March 5 at 3:30 p.m.
Stop by the library and celebrate Dr. Seuss's birthday with your favorite stories and refreshments.
Sponsored by the Upper King and Queen Woman's Club.

The 7th Annual PRL Poetry Contest
March 2 - 28, 2009
Enter the library’s poetry contest for all ages (Grades K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, and Adult).
Pick up your entry form beginning Monday March 2.
Entries are must be returned by or before Saturday March 28.
Prizes will be awarded during our library poetry celebrations in April.
For more information call or visit your local branch library.

Mar 4, 2009

Today at the Library (3/4/09)

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.

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
Broadview Shopping Center 1:45 - 2:30
James River Estates (East Brook Run Drive) 3:00 - 3:30

Programs and Events
The 7th Annual PRL Poetry Contest
March 2 - 28, 2009
Enter the library’s poetry contest for all ages(Grades K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, and Adult).
Pick up your entry form beginning Monday March 2.
Entries are must be returned by or before Saturday March 28.
Prizes will be awarded during our library poetry celebrations in April.
For more information call or visit your local branch library.

Website of the Week



Recipes and Tips for Healthy, Thrifty Meals

Published by the USDA

The USDA published this brochure on preparing thrifty meals for your family. It includes forty recipes, a week long meal plan for a family of four, and lots of helpful hints for preparing food on a budget. The USDA has a wealth of information available free on thier website. Check it out for more great ideas!

Pick of the Week

The Juvie Three

by Gordon Korman

Gecko, Arjay, and Terence, all in trouble with the law, must find a way to keep their halfway house open in order to stay out of juvenile detention.

Mar 3, 2009

Today at the Library (3/3/09)

Storytimes
Please call the Ashland Branch Library at (804) 798-4072 after 10:00 a.m. to find out more information on its Storytime schedule today.

Bookmobile Stops
Please call (804) 365-6211 for more information on the Bookmobile's scheduled stops today.

Programs and Events
The 7th Annual Pamunkey Regional Library Poetry Contest
Enter the library’s poetry contest for all ages (Grades K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, and Adult).
Pick up your entry form beginning Tuesday March 3.
Entries must be returned by or before Saturday March 28.
Prizes will be awarded during our library poetry celebrations in April.
For more information call or visit your local branch library.

Mar 2, 2009

Today at the Library (3/2/09)

All branches of the Pamunkey Regional Library are closed today. For the latest closing information in your area, please check NBC 12's or WRVA/CBS 6's list of closings and/or delays.