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)