Pick of the Week

Donna Kooler's Cross-Stitch Flowers

by Donna Kooler

Included in this book are cross-stitch patterns for various flowers, particularly artistic flowers. If you are a fan of cross-stitch this is a particularly enjoyable book.

Website of the Week

Lei Day in May in Hawaii

These days we only hear the chorus of May Day is Lei Day in Hawai`i, but there was a lot more to the song when "Red" Hawk wrote it back in 1927. And, though we do it as a hula today, it was, originally, a Fox Trot!

Take a look at the website and learn all there is to know about lei making, etc. It looks like lots of fun and a possible future vacation adventure.

Today at the Library (4/29/08)

Storytimes

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

Bookmobile Stops

No stops today

Programs and Events

April is National Poetry Month

Today at the Library (4/28/08)

Storytimes

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

Bookmobile Stops

King William County
Guardian Angels (2372 King William Road) 10:30 - 11:15
Central Crossing Shopping Ctr. (Rt. 360, Food Lion) 11:30 12:00
Mattaponi Indian Reservation (Rt. 640 to Rt. 625) 1:45 - 2:30
King William Courthouse (Rt. 30) 2:45 - 3:15

Programs and Events

April is National Poetry Month

Today at the Library (4/25/08)

Storytime

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

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

Bookmobile Stops

King and Queen County
The Learning Connection 9:45 – 10:45
King & Queen Senior Ctr. (Bethany Baptist Ch, Rt. 14) 11:15 - 11:45
King and Queen Courthouse 1:15 - 2:00

Programs and Events

April is National Poetry Month


Hanover Branch Library
Friends of the Hanover Library Book Sale
Friday April 25 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.


Montpelier Branch Library
Friends of the Montpelier Library Book Sale
Friday April 25 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. (preview sale for members; non-members may join at the door)
Friday April 25 from 1:00 to 6:00 p.m. (open to the public)

Today at the Library (4/24/08)

Storytime

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
Bundle of Joy Day Care (3322 King’s Charter Drive) 11:00 - 12:00
King’s Charter Village Center 1:30 - 2:00
Pooh Corner Day Care (Lakeridge Pkwy.) 2:30 - 3:30

Programs and Events

April is National Poetry Month

Today at the Library (4/23/08)

Storytimes

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

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

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

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

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

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

Bookmobile Stops

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

Programs and Events

April is National Poetry Month

Pick of the Week

Annette Vallon : a novel of the French Revolution

by: James Tipton, James

For fans of Tracy Chevalier and Sarah Dunant comes this vibrant, alluring debut novel of a compelling, independent woman who would inspire one of the world's greatest poets and survive a nation's bloody transformation. Set amid the terror and excitement of the French Revolution, James Tipton's evocative novel is the story of a woman who has for too long been relegated to the shadows of history: Annette Vallon, William Wordsworth's mistress and muse.

Website of the Week

French Culture

The Cultural Services of the French Embassy promote the best of French arts, literature, and education to cultural and academic institutions across the United States, with a strong focus on the contemporary.

2008 Poetry Contest Winners

The following are overall winners of the 2008 Pamunkey Regional Library Poetry Contest:

• Adult-"Washing up" by William A. Palmer - West Point Branch Library
• High School-"The Richest Bunch in Town" by Annie Slater - Montpelier Branch Library
• Middle School-"Spirit Free" by Tiara Johnson - Goochland Branch Library
• 3rd-5th Grade -" My Best Friends" by Tony Holmes - King & Queen Branch Library
• Kindergarten-2nd Grade-"Springtime" by Samantha Anderson - Montpelier Branch Library

Read the winning poems.

Today at the Library (4/22/08)

Storytimes

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

Bookmobile Stops

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

Programs and Events

April is National Poetry Month

King & Queen Branch Library
Head Start Storytime
Tuesday April 22 at 11:00 a.m.

Montpelier Branch Library
Poetry and Pretzels
Tuesday April 22 at 7:00 p.m.
Poetry contest participants will share what inspired them to write and share their works or those of a favorite poet.
Refreshments served.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Montpelier Library.

Today at the Library (4/21/08)

Storytimes

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

Bookmobile Stops

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

Programs and Events

April is National Poetry Month

Atlee Branch Library
Open Mic Night
Monday April 21 at 7:00 p.m.
Join us for readings of award-winning amateur poetry and audience favorites. We'll also present awards to the winners and certificates to participants of our poetry contest.
Light refreshments courtesy of the Friends of the Atlee Library.

King & Queen Branch Library
Big Read Book Discussion
Monday April 21 at 5:00 p.m.
Join us for a discussion of To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee, as part of the library's Big Read program.

Upper King William Branch Library
Poetry Contest Reception
Monday April 21 at 7:00 p.m.
Poetry contest winners will read their poems, and all participants will receive certificates.
Refreshments served.
Sponsored by the Friends of the UKW Library.

Today at the Library (4/18/08)

Storytime

Hanover Branch Library

Family Storytime 10:45 a.m.

Rockville Branch Library

Toddler Storytime 10:00 a.m.

Preschool Storytime 10:45 a.m.

Bookmobile Stops

King and Queen County

Kiddie Korner (Rt. 629, Walkerton) 10:00 – 11:15

Scott’s Store (Walkerton) 11:20 – 11:45

King & Queen Elementary School (24667 The Trail) 1:15 - 2:15

Programs and Events

April is National Poetry Month

April 13-19 is National Library Week

Cochrane Rockville Branch Library

Pizza and Poetry Open Mic Night

Friday April 18 at 5:30 p.m.

For grades 5-7

Enjoy pizza with your friends, then "step up to the mic" and show us your stuff. Check out our poetry collection and maybe write some lines of your own.
Refreshments served.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Rockville Library.

Today at the Library (4/17/08)

Storytime

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

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

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

Bookmobile Stops

Hanover County
Goddard School (Sliding Hill Rd.) 9:30 - 10:45
Omni Park Place(101 Omni Rd.) 11:15 - 12:00
Goodway Store 1:30 - 2:30

Programs and Events

April is National Poetry Month
April 13-19 is National Library Week

Ashland Branch Library
Ashland Poetry Celebration 2008
Thursday April 17 at 7:00 p.m.
Celebrate Poetry! We'll honor our poetry contest winners and participants of all ages. You're invited to share your favorite poems.
Refreshments served.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Ashland Library.

Goochland Branch Library
Goochland Anime Club
Thursday April 17 at 6:00 p.m.
For ages 8 and up.
Preview a classic anime film from Studio Ghibli. Call or visit the library for title info.
Pizza, drinks, and dessert served!
Sponsored by the Friends of the Goochland Library.

Pick of the Week

High school musical [dvd videorecording] : the concert : extreme access pass

Directed by Jim Yukich

To bridge the gap between the smash hit Disney Channel original movie and its 2007 sequel, the cast of High School Musical embarked on a North American tour in 2006-2007. If you missed out on the experience of hearing thousands of screaming tween-age kids, never fear: the concert is now on DVD. The Emmy Award-Winning cast takes to the stage in a sold out concert on their 42-city tour.

Website of the Week

FloorPlanner.com

Buying a new home, rearranging your room, or moving into a new office? You can save time and have more fun if you lay out your ideas ahead of time. It's easy to use and works in almost any modern browser, no extra downloads required.

Today at the Library (4/16/08)

Storytimes

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

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

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

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

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

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

Bookmobile Stops

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

Programs and Events

April is National Poetry Month

Mechanicsville Branch Library
Poetry Contest Reception
Wednesday April 16 at 7:00 p.m.
We'll announce the winners of our poetry contest, and the winning poems will be read.
Refreshments served.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Mechanicsville Library.

Today at the Library (4/15/08)

Storytimes

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

Bookmobile Stops

Hanover County
Educare Day Care (7452 Old Hickory Drive) 10:00 - 11:00
Tuckaway Day Care (6857 Cold Harbor Rd.) 11:15 - 12:00
Christian Village (Lee Davis Road) 1:30 - 2:15
Black Creek (Chickahominy Mkt., Cold Harbor Rd.) 2:45 - 3:15

Programs and Events

April is National Poetry Month
April 13-19 is National Library Week

Today at the Library (4/14/08)

Storytimes

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

Bookmobile Stops

King William County
Guardian Angels (2372 King William Road) 10:30 - 11:15
Central Crossing Shopping Ctr. (Rt. 360, Food Lion) 11:30 - 12:00
Mattaponi Indian Reservation (Rt. 640 to Rt. 625) 1:45 - 2:30
King William Courthouse (Rt. 30) 2:45 - 3:15

Programs and Events

April is National Poetry Month
April 13-19 is National Library Week

Cochrane Rockville Branch Library
Magic of Krendl
Monday April 14 at 7:00 p.m.
Bring out the magic in you with Krendl the magician! This exciting and energetic show is full of fun and audience participation that grabs you and doesn’t let go.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Rockville Library.

Celebrate National Library Week April 13-19

Listen to Academy Award-winning actress Julie Andrews speak about the value of libraries in your community. These files open with QuickTime (free download).

Magical Places (30 seconds)

Make a Difference (30 seconds)

National Library Week is a great time to see what's new at your local library and how your librarian can direct you to the information you need when you need it. Come check us out!

Today at the Library (4/12/08)

Storytime

No Storytimes today (see Programs And Events)

Bookmobile Stops

No stops today.

Programs and Events

April is National Poetry Month

Cochrane Rockville Branch Library
Sit 'n Stitch
Every second Saturday of the month at 11:30 a.m.
Next meeting: April 12
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.

Goochland Branch Library
Basket-Making Workshop
Saturday April 12 at 10:00 a.m.
For teens and up.
Kit Davison will show you how to make a simple basket that you can take home. Class is limited to 10 participants. Sign up at the circulation desk.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Goochland Library.

Upper King William Branch Library
Family Storytime
Saturday April 12 at 1:00 p.m.
All Ages

Today at the Library (4/11/08)

Storytime

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

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

King and Queen Branch Library
Family Storytime
Friday April 11 at 10:30 a.m.
All ages

Bookmobile Stops

King and Queen County
Cherub School (3263 Old Church Rd.) 10:00 – 10:45 a.m.
King & Queen Senior Center (Bethany Baptist Church, Rt. 14) 11:15 - 11:45 a.m.
King and Queen Courthouse (Rt. 14) 1:15 - 2:00 p.m.

Programs and Events

April is National Poetry Month

Ashland Branch Library
Movie and Pizza Night for Teens
Friday April 11 at 6:00 p.m.
Bring a friend! Call or visit the library for title information.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Ashland Library.

Today at the Library (4/10/08)

Storytime

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 Development Center (7147 Stonewall Pkwy.) 2:30 - 3:15

Programs and Events

April is National Poetry Month

Today at the Library (4/9/08)

Storytimes

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

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

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

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

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

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

Bookmobile Stops

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

Programs and Events

April is National Poetry Month

Today at the Library (4/8/08)

Storytimes

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

April is National Poetry Month

Atlee Branch Library
Friends of the Atlee Library Meeting
Tuesday April 8 at 7:00 p.m.
Bring a friend and help with planning for the Annual Book Sale. If you are not able to attend the meeting but would like to help, please call Betty Britton Johnston at 746-5036 or Mary Ann Ney at 550-0513.

Hanover Branch Library
Library Lullaby Family Storytime
Tuesday April 8 at 6:45 p.m.
Dress in your PJs for a special evening Storytime.

Today at the Library (4/7/08)

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


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


Programs and Events
April is National Poetry Month

Today at the Library (4/5/08)

Storytime
(no Storytimes today)


Bookmobile Stops
(no stops today)


Programs and Events
April is National Poetry Month


West Point Branch Library
Big Read Movie Matinee
Saturday April 5 at 1:00 p.m.
For ages 12 and up.
See the classic movie starring Gregory Peck, based on Harper Lee's novel, To Kill a Mockingbird.
Snacks served!
Sponsored by the Friends of the West Point Library.

Today at the Library (4/4/08)

Storytime

Hanover Branch Library

Family Storytime 10:45 a.m.

Rockville Branch Library

Toddler Storytime 10:00 a.m.

Preschool Storytime 10:45 a.m.

Bookmobile Stops

King and Queen County

Kiddie Korner (Rt. 629, Walkerton) 10:00 - 11:15

Bruington Baptist Church (Rt. 14) 11:30 - 12:00

Walkerton Post Office 1:15 - 2:30

Programs and Events

April is National Poetry Month

Cochrane Rockville Branch Library
Youth Art Month Show and Reception

Friday April 4 at 5:30 p.m.

Join us in recognizing art show participants and see their work on display at the library during March.

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

Today at the Library (4/3/08)

Storytime

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
Bon Secours Child Care (8210 Meadowbridge Rd.) 2:30 - 3:45

Programs and Events

April is National Poetry Month

Pick of the Week

The Lemonade Club

by: Patricia Polacco

Everyone loves Miss Wichelmans fifth-grade class especially best friends Traci and Marilyn. Thats where they learn that when life hands you lemons, make lemonade! They are having a great year until Traci begins to notice some changes in Marilyn. Shes losing weight, and seems tired all the time.

Website of the Week

Ancient Egypt Web

created by: Sir Robert Hitcham's Primary School, College Road, Framlingham, Suffolk, United Kingdom.

This site has been created by the students in this school for their use and for your use when studying ancient Egypt. Take a look and learn!

Today at the Library (4/2/08)

Storytime

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 11:30 a.m.

West Point Branch Library
Family Storytime 10:30 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

April is National Poetry Month

Spotlight on: Health and Wellness Resource Center

Health and Wellness Resource Center

Search for information on fitness, pregnancy, nutrition, diseases, public health, occupational health and safety, substance abuse, prescription drugs, alternative medicine, and more. Included are links to diet, cancer, and health assessment sites, as well as government databases. This resource is intended for informational purposes only. To get to the Health and Wellness Resource Center, go to the library's Electronic Resources page, click on Health, and select either Library or Work, Home, or School. If you are going to this database outside of the library, you will need you library card number to log in.

Today at the Library (4/1/08)

Storytimes

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

Bookmobile Stops

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

Programs and Events

April is National Poetry Month