May 30, 2009

Today at the Library (5/30/09)

The new Mechanicsville Branch Library at 7461 Sherwood Crossing Place (behind the Arby's on Mechanicsville Turnpike/Rt. 360) opens today at 10:00 a.m. Stop by and see our new books, talking books, music, movies, and computers or call (804) 746-9615 for more information.

May 29, 2009

Today at the Library (5/29/09)

Storytimes
Storytimes will resume the week of Monday June 8 at all branch libraries.

Bookmobile Stops
Bookmobile service resumes June 1.

Programs and Events
Cochrane Rockville Branch Library
Big Read Movie Night
Friday May 29 at 6:00 p.m.
See the film adaptation on this year's Big Read selection, Their Eyes Were Watching God, by Zora Neale Hurston. Discussion to follow film.
A salad supper and dessert will be served.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Rockville Library.

May 28, 2009

Today at the Library (5/28/09)

Storytimes
Storytimes will resume the week of Monday June 8 at all branch libraries.

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
Richard S. Gillis, Jr./Ashland Branch Library
Find It @ the Library
Thursday May 28 at 1:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Find out more about the many online databases available at the library including -
  • Mango (foreign languages)
  • Automotive Repair Reference Center
  • Ancestry.com Library Edition and
    HeritageQuest (genealogy)
  • p4a Antiques
  • NoveList Plus (readers' advisory)
Refreshments served. Sponsored by the Friends of the Ashland Library.

May 27, 2009

Website of the Week (5-26-2009)



Free Fishing Days — Try it, You'll Be Hooked!


June 5, 6, and 7, 2009 have been designated as Free Fishing Days in Virginia. No fishing license of any kind will be required for rod and reel fishing in freshwater or saltwater, except in designated stocked trout waters, on these days. Plan some time to go fishing and boating; take the family fishing and boating or learn to fish and boat! See our Where to Fish section to get started!

Pick of the Week (5-27-2009)


Not So Big Remodeling

Tailoring Your Home for the Way You Really Live

Sometimes small changes can have a big impact. But many homeowners looking for more living space still insist on building expensive additions or completely rebuilding their home. In the latest groundbreaking step in the Not So Big revolution, Sarah Susanka and Marc Vassallo demonstrate how carefully chosen tweaks and simple additions can make a home seem much larger and more inviting. They avoid high-end architectural solutions, focusing instead on how Not So Big ideas can dramatically improve even the most modest home.

Today at the Library (5/27/09)

Storytimes
Storytimes will resume the week of Monday June 8 at all branch libraries.

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)

May 26, 2009

Today at the Library (5/26/09)

Storytimes
Storytimes will resume the week of Monday June 8 at all branch libraries.

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)


May 25, 2009

Today at the Library (5/25/09)

All branches of the Pamunkey Regional Library will be closed today for the Memorial Day holiday. They will re-open on Tuesday May 26 at their normal business hours.

May 23, 2009

Today at the Library (5/23/09)

The book drop at the former Mechanicsville Library at 7179 Stonewall Parkway is now closed. Please bring all library items to be returned to our new location at 7461 Sherwood Crossing Place behind the Arby's in Mechanicsville. Thank you!

May 22, 2009

Today at the Library (5/22/09)

Storytimes
Storytimes will resume the week of Monday June 8 at all branch libraries.

Bookmobile Stops
King and 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)

May 21, 2009

Today at the Library (5/21/09)

Storytimes
Storytimes will resume the week of Monday June 8 at all branch libraries.

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
Richard S. Gillis, Jr./Ashland Branch Library
Investment Fundamentals
Thursday May 21 at 6:30 p.m.
This free seminar provides an overview of the basic elements of the financial markets –in plain English– and explains terms you hear all the time, but may not understand, including-
  • The fundamentals of stocks, bonds, and mutual funds
  • Phrases to be wary of when investing
  • What is an Index?
  • What is the New York Stock Exchange?
  • How to help protect against investment fraud
  • The most important phone call an investor can make.

Refreshments served.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Ashland Library.

Goochland Branch Library
Eating Locally & Organically
Thursday May 21 at 7:00 p.m.
Want to know more about eating locally & organically?
See the short film, "The True Cost of Food."
Join us for a panel discussion about the benefits of eating what's natural and close at hand year-round with Lisa Dearden, Center for Rural Culture; Molly Harris, Edible Garden; Cyndi Watkins, Ellwood Thompson; and Jo Pendergraph, Manakintowne Specialty Growers.
Refreshments served courtesy of Ellwood Thompson.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Goochland Library and the Center for Rural Culture.

May 20, 2009

Today at the Library (5/20/09)

Storytimes
Storytimes will resume the week of Monday June 8 at all branch libraries.

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
Hanover Branch Library
Hanover Library Friends' Lunch on the Lawn
Wednesday May 20 at 11:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
The advent of spring makes us want to celebrate with honor our patrons and county employees. So we are putting on a party. Come hear the Hanover High School Jazz Band (under the direction of Amy Birdsong) and eat lunch with us. The library will provide hot dogs, chips, drinks and a dessert. Groups: please call the library to RSVP 365-6210.

Atlee Branch Library
Big Read Movie Night
Wednesday May 20 at 6:30 p.m.
See the film adaptation on this year's Big Read selection, Their Eyes Were Watching God, by Zora Neale Hurston. Discussion to follow film.
Refreshments served.

West Point Branch Library
Big Read: Their Eyes Were Watching God
Wednesday May 20 from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Join the Friends of the West Point Library Book Club for an evening discussion of this year's Big Read Selection, Their Eyes Were Watching God, by Zora Neale Hurston
Light refreshments served.
Sponsored by the Friends of the West Point Library.

May 19, 2009

Today at the Library (5/19/09)

Storytimes
Storytimes will resume the week of Monday June 8 at all branch libraries.

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)


May 18, 2009

Today at the Library (5/18/09)

Storytimes
Storytimes will resume the week of Monday June 8 at all branch libraries.

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

May 16, 2009

Today at the Library (5/16/09)

Programs and Events
May 11-17 is Children's Book Week!

Mechanicsville Branch Library
Community Move Day
Call (804) 746-9615 to volunteer or for more information.


Atlee Branch Library
Friends of the Atlee Library Book Sale
Saturday May 16 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Hardcover books, DVDs, VHS tapes, CDS, cassettes - $1.00
Paperback books - $.50
Buy a Friends of the Atlee Library book bag for $10.00 and fill it for free!
Special silent auction includes six first edition, signed titles by David Baldacci (The Winner, The Collectors, Saving Faith, Wish You Were Here, and The Camel Club). Auction ends on Saturday May 16 at 3:00 p.m.

May 15, 2009

Today at the Library (5/15/09)

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
May 11-17 is Children's Book Week!

Atlee Branch Library
Friends of the Atlee Library Book Sale
Friday May 15 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Hardcover books, DVDs, VHS tapes, CDS, cassettes - $1.00
Paperback books - $.50
Buy a Friends of the Atlee Library book bag for $10.00 and fill it for free!
Special silent auction includes six first edition, signed titles by David Baldacci (The Winner, The Collectors, Saving Faith, Wish You Were Here, and The Camel Club). Auction ends on Saturday May 16 at 3:00 p.m.

Goochland Branch Library
Big Read Book Discussion Group
Friday May 15 at 11:00 a.m. (corrected time)
Join our two Book groups for a lunchtime discussion of this year's Big Read selection, Their Eyes Were Watching God, by Zora Neale Hurston.
Refreshments served. Sponsored by the Friends of the Goochland Library.

Richard S. Gillis, Jr./Ashland Branch Library
Teen Movie Night
Friday May 15 at 6:00 p.m.
Pizza and soft drinks served! Sponsored by the Friends of the Ashland Library.

Cochrane Rockville Branch Library
Songs of the 60s with "Other Voices"
Friday May 15 at 7:00 p.m.
Join us for an evening of hors d'oeuvres, live 60s folk music, and the soaring harmonies of local vocal group, Other Voices.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Rockville Library.

May 14, 2009

Today at the Library (5/14/09)

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
Thursdays
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 (see map)
Kiddie Kingdom (813 Thompson Street) 11:15 - 12:00 (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
May 11-17 is Children's Book Week!

Goochland Branch Library
Teen Tech Night
Thursday May 14 at 6:00 p.m.
Play Dance Dance Revolution and Guitar Hero III with your friends.
Pizza, drinks, and dessert served!
Sponsored by the Friends of the Goochland Library.

Atlee Branch Library
Friends of the Atlee Library Book Sale
Thursday May 14 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
(members only preview sale; New members welcome at the door)
Hardcover books, DVDs, VHS tapes, CDS, cassettes - $1.00
Paperback books - $.50
Buy a Friends of the Atlee Library book bag for $10.00 and fill it for free!
Special silent auction includes six first edition, signed titles by David Baldacci (The Winner, The Collectors, Saving Faith, Wish You Were Here, and The Camel Club). Auction ends on Saturday May 16 at 3:00 p.m.

May 13, 2009

Pick of the Week (5-13-2009)


The Possum Always Rings Twice
by Bruce Hale

In the latest installment in the Chet Gecko series
Chet Gecko and his partner, Natalie Attired, try to find out who is sending threatening notes to Viola Fuss, candidate for student council president at Emerson Hickey Elementary School.


Website of the Week (5-13-2009)


Virginia State Parks

Are you looking for new places to explore close to home? The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation has a great website that covers all of the state parks. Find out which parks offer camping and fishing, or hiking and swimming. You can also access information on park rates and any special programs going on during your vacation. The great state of Virginia has lots to offer vacationers, and anyone looking for adventure!

Today at the Library (5/13/09)

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(see map)
Elk Hill Farm 12:45 - 1:45 (see map)
Courthouse Commons Shopping Center 2:15 - 3:15 (see map)

Programs and Events
May 11-17 is Children's Book Week!

Hanover Branch Library
Build-a-Birdhouse
Wednesday May 13 at 7:00 p.m.
Hey teens! Bring a parent (or older sibling/relative/friend) along and spend the evening together building a birdhouse.
Snacks served! Sponsored by the Friends of the Hanover Library.

May 12, 2009

Today at the Library (5/12/09)

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 (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
May 11-17 is Children's Book Week!

Hanover Branch Library
Library Lullaby
Tuesday May 12 at 6:45 p.m.

May 11, 2009

Today at the Library (5/11/09)

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
May 11-17 is Children's Book Week!

May 9, 2009

Today at the Library (5/9/09)

Programs and Events
Atlee Branch Library
Perler Beads Workshop
Saturday May 9 at 10:00 a.m.
For ages 8-13
Be creative with this fun craft activity and make an ornament, sun catcher, or wall-hanging to keep or give to someone special.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Atlee Library.

May 7, 2009

Website of the Week (5-5-6-2009)


The Hall is a shrine to some of the greatest women in the history of this country and a tribute that grows annually with each induction ceremony as we learn to appreciate more about the wonderful contributions that women make to our civilization.

Today at the Library (5/7/09)

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)

May 6, 2009

Today at the Library (5/6/09)

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

Pick of the Week (5-6-2009)


Last Laughs
Edited by Mort Gerberg
Featuring many of "The New Yorkers" most talented cartoonists, this wicked collection is designed to amuse, inspire, and scintillate anyone obsessed with the perennially compelling topics of old age, retirement, and yes, death.

May 5, 2009

Today at the Library (5/5/09)

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

Bookmobile Stops
Hanover County
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)

May 4, 2009

Today at the Library (5/4/09)

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 (see map)
Manquin Farms (Moncuin Drive) 12:05 - 12:30 (see map)
McCauley Park 1:30 - 2:00 (see map)
Rose Garden Estates (Dogwood Court) 2:15 - 2:45 (see map)
Normans (8191 Little Florida Rd.) 3:10 - 3:45 (see map)

May 2, 2009

Spotlight on: Teen Health & Wellness


Developed with teens' concerns and perspectives in mind, Teen Health & Wellness provides students with comprehensive curricular support and self-help tools on topics including diseases, drugs, alcohol, nutrition, fitness, mental health, diversity, family life, and more. All content is reviewed by leading professionals in medicine, mental health, nutrition, guidance, and career counseling.

Go to Teen Health & Wellness (you'll need your library card number to log in outside of the library) or check out our other informative online databases.

May 1, 2009

Today at the Library (5/1/09)

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
Hanover Branch Library
Hanover Library Friends Annual Book Sale
Friday May 1 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Stop by the library's book sale for great bargains on books, CDs, DVDs, VHS tapes, cassettes, audio books, and more!

Lois Wickham Jones/Montpelier Branch Library
Books and Breakfast
Friday May 1 at 10:00 a.m.
We’ll enjoy a delicious breakfast while discussing this year’s Big Read selection, Their Eyes Were Watching God, by Zora Neale Hurston.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Montpelier Library.

King and Queen Branch Library
May Day Storytime
Friday May 1 at 10:30 a.m.
Listen to stories about the garden and make a craft.