Today at the Library (9/11/09)

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 September 11 at 6:00 p.m.
Pizza served! Sponsored by the Friends of the Ashland Library.

Today at the Library (9/10/09)

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
Hanover Branch Library
Lunchtime Book Group
Thursday September 10 at 12:30 p.m.
The Elegance of the Hedgehog by Muriel Barbery
Drinks and dessert provided. Please bring your own bag lunch.
Sponsored by the Hanover Library Friends.

Today at the Library (9/9/09)

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)

Today at the Library (9/8/09)

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
Hanover Branch Library
Library Lullaby
Tuesday September 8 at 6:45 p.m.

Today at the Library (9/7/09)

The Library is closed today for Labor Day. Have a safe and fun holiday!

Today at the Library (9/4/09)

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)

Today at the Library (9/3/09)

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)

Today at the Library (9/2/09)

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)

A New Look for PowerSearch

Do you use PowerSearch, a great tool that lets you search for information in 12 databases at one time? Now is a great time to check it out, because PowerSearch has a new look and lots of new features, including:

• Custom profile creation, where you can modify the home page so that the topics and publications are fed through RSS feeds directly to the page when you log in. You can also name and save any search.
  
• Web 2.0 sharing tools like Del.icio.us, MySpace, Reddit, Digg, Facebook, Newsvine, Twitter and others that let you share interesting articles with others.
• ReadSpeaker (text-to-speech technology), lets you listen to each article on your computer or you can download its mp3 file to your iPod or other audio device.
• Search results that incorporate images, video and podcasts, as well as text articles
• On-demand translation of articles into 11 different languages.

Look for the PowerSearch box on our home page (under the navigation menu on the left side of the page) or visit Find It Virginia and log in with your library card number. You can also get to PowerSearch through the following databases by clicking on Gale Databases:

• Biography Resource Center
• Business and Company Resource Center
• Child Development*
  
• Computer Database*
• Expanded Academic ASAP*
• Gale Virtual Reference Library*
• General Reference Center Gold*
• Health and Wellness Resource Center and Alternative Health Module
• InfoTrac Junior Edition K-12
• InfoTrac Kid's Edition
• InfoTrac OneFile*
• InfoTrac Religion and Philosophy*
• InfoTrac Student Edition*
• Kids InfoBits - K12
• LegalTrac*
• Literary Criticism Online
• Military & Intelligence Database*
• Professional Collection*
• What Do I Read Next?
• Women in History*

* Searchable with PowerSearch

If you have any questions about PowerSearch or any of our online resources, ask a library staff member or e-mail ask@pamunkeylibrary.org.

Today at the Library (9/1/09)

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)

Today at the Library (8/30/09)

Programs and Events
West Point Branch Library
West Point Library 2009 Summer Reading Finale: Talent Showcase
Sunday August 30 at 3:00 p.m.
Join us for performances from great local singers, dancers, poets, musicians, and more!
Refreshments served.
Sponsored by Friends of the West Point Library and P's & Q's Primitives & Quilts.
(Call or visit the library for rehearsal information.)

Today at the Library (8/29/09)

Programs and Events
Mechanicsville Branch Library
Back to School Celebration
Saturday August 29 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Get excited about going back to school with activities at the library. Come on and ride the big yellow bus!
Refreshments served. Sponsored by Friends of Mechanicsville Library.

Today at the Library (8/28/09)

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)

Today at the Library (8/27/09)

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)

Today at the Library (8/26/09)

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)

Today at the Library (8/25/09)

Bookmobile Stops
Hanover County
Childtime (8266 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)

Today at the Library (8/21/09)

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)

Today at the Library (8/20/09)

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)

Today at the Library (8/19/09)

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)

Today at the Library 8/18/09

Bookmobile Stops
Hanover County
Childtime (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
Hanover Branch Library
Ice Cream Sundae Celebration
Tuesday August 18 at 7:00 p.m.
Bring your "Ice Cream Celebration" pass to this program for a yummy treat to celebrate your participation in the Summer Reading program.
Sponsored by the Hanover Library Friends.

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)

Today at the Library (8/15/09)

Programs and Events
Atlee Branch Library
Bubble Blowout
Saturday August 15 at 10:00 a.m. - noon
Celebrate reaching your Summer Reading goals with bubbles, sidewalk chalk, and popsicles!
Sponsored by the Friends of Atlee Library.

Lois Wickham Jones/Montpelier Branch Library
Family Friends & Fun: Summer Reading Program finale
Saturday August 15 at 6:00 p.m.
Enjoy food, games, prizes, and a creative craft table. See an exciting demonstration by the Montpelier Tae Kwon Do Class. Listen to a musical performance by a SURPRISE local artist.
Sponsored by Friends of Montpelier Library.

Reminder: Today (August 15) is the last day to turn in your completed Summer Reading Program goal at the Hanover Branch Library and receive your Ice Cream Celebration pass for Tuesday August 18.

Today at the Library (8/14/09)

Bookmobile Stops
King and Queen County
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
Summer Reading Program Celebration
Friday August 14 at 6:30 p.m.
Featuring live music with Ashland’s own God Fearin’ Snake Handlers.
Free ice cream will be served. Enter to win our prize drawings!
Sponsored by the Friends of the Ashland Library.

Today at the Library (8/13/09)

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)

Today at the Library (8/12/09)

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)

Today at the Library (8/10/09)

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
Monday Movie Matinee
Monday August 10 at 2:30 p.m.
See a kid-friendly movie full of creativity.
Refreshments served. Sponsored by the Hanover Library Friends.

Today at the Library (8/8/09)

Programs and Events
Cochrane Rockville Branch Library
Sit & Stitch
Every second Saturday of the month at 10:00 a.m.
Next meeting: August 8
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!

West Point Branch Library
Talent Showcase Auditions
Saturday August 8 from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Calling all Dancers, Singers, Actors, Comedians, Musicians, Magicians, Poets, and other Performers!

• Bring your completed audition forms*, now available at the library, to our Talent Showcase auditions.
• We are looking for 10-15 solo or group acts with four(4)-minute performances.
• A CD player, an electric keyboard, and a PA system will be provided.

*For additional requirements, please see the audition form.

Today at the Library (8/7/09)

Storytimes
Storytimes will resume the week of September 14.

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)

Programs and Events
Goochland Branch Library
Adult Salad Supper
Friday August 7 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Adult Summer Reading participants are invited to join the staff for a salad supper. Share reviews of your favorite books!
Salad, drinks, and dessert will be provided. Sponsored by the Friends of the Goochland Library.

Today at the Library (8/6/09)

Storytimes
Storytimes will resume the week of September 14.

Bookmobile Stops
Hanover County
Goddard School (Old Hickory Rd.) 9:45 - 11:30 (see map)
Bon Secours Child Care (8210 Meadowbridge Rd.) 2:30 - 3:45 (see map)

Today at the Library (8/5/09)

Storytimes
Storytimes will resume the week of September 14.

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)

Today at the Library (8/4/09)

Storytimes
Storytimes will resume the week of September 14.

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)

Today at the Library (8/3/09)

Storytimes
Storytimes resume the week of September 14.

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)

Today at the Library (8/1/09)

Programs and Events
Goochland Branch Library
Found Jewelry Workshop
Saturday August 1 at 10:00 a.m.
Explore the possibilities of using unusual materials to create jewelry (The secret is decoration!). For teens and adults.
Snacks served! Sponsored by the Friends of the Goochland Library.

Today at the Library (7/31/09)

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.

Programs and Events
Farmer Minor & Daisy II the Pig
Pig out on reading with Farmer Minor and Daisy II, the famous pot-bellied pig who loves to be read to. Daisy will make sure you love reading, too! Go ahead, give Daisy a kiss!
See Daisy at the following branch libraries today:

• Lois Wickham Jones/Montpelier Branch Library
  Friday July 31 at 10:30 a.m.
• Richard S. Gillis, Jr./Ashland Branch Library
  Friday July 31 at 1:30 p.m.

Cochrane Rockville Branch Library
Friday at the Movies
Friday July 31 at 12:30 p.m.
Enjoy a free family movie at the library
Refreshments served. Sponsored by Friends of Rockville Library.

Cochrane Rockville Branch Library
Teen Movie Night
Friday July 31 from 5:45 to 8:00 p.m.
Pizza served! Sponsored by the Friends of the Rockville Library.

Today at the Library 7/30/09

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.
Family/Bedtime Storytime 6:45 p.m.

Programs and Events
Farmer Minor & Daisy II the Pig
Pig out on reading with Farmer Minor and Daisy II, the famous pot-bellied pig who loves to be read to. Daisy will make sure you love reading, too! Go ahead, give Daisy a kiss!
See Daisy II at the following branch libraries today:

• Upper King William Branch Library
  Thursday July 30 at 1:00 p.m.
• King and Queen Branch Library
  Thursday July 30 at 3:30 p.m.

Today at the Library (7/29/09)

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.

Programs and Events
Farmer Minor & Daisy II the Pig
Pig out on reading with Farmer Minor and Daisy II, the famous pot-bellied pig who loves to be read to. Daisy will make sure you love reading, too! Go ahead, give Daisy a kiss!
See Daisy II at the following branch libraries today:

• West Point Branch Library
  Wednesday July 29 at 1:00 p.m.
• Mechanicsville Branch Library
  Wednesday July 29 at 4:00 p.m.

Today at the Library 7/28/09)

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.

Bookmobile Stops
Hanover County
Childtime (8266 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
Farmer Minor & Daisy II the Pig
Pig out on reading with Farmer Minor and Daisy II, the famous pot-bellied pig who loves to be read to. Daisy will make sure you love reading, too! Go ahead, give Daisy a kiss!
See Daisy II at the following branch libraries today:

• Cochrane Rockville Branch Library
  Tuesday July 28 at 10:30 a.m.
• Goochland Branch Library
  Tuesday July 28 at 1:30 p.m.

Richard S. Gillis, Jr./Ashland Branch Library
Family Game Night
Tuesday July 28 from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.
Beat the heat and play some board games at the library. Or try out our new Wii! Check out our selection of books on games and more!
Refreshments served. Sponsored by the Friends of the Ashland Library.

Today at the Library (7/27/09)

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
Farmer Minor & Daisy II the Pig
Pig out on reading with Farmer Minor and Daisy II, the famous pot-bellied pig who loves to be read to. Daisy will make sure you love reading, too! Go ahead, give Daisy a kiss!
See Daisy II at the following branch libraries today:

• Atlee Branch Library
  Monday July 27 at 10:30 a.m.
• Hanover Branch Library
  Monday July 27 at 1:30 p.m.

PamCat Service Issues

We are currently experiencing issues with our connection to PamCat, our online library catalog. You may also have trouble with your PamCat connection, if you are trying to get to the catalog from outside of the library. We are working on the issue and hope to have uninterrupted service restored as soon as possible.

Thanks for your patience!

Today at the Library (7/24/09)

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 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)

Programs and Events
Cochrane Rockville Branch Library
Friday at the Movies
Friday July 24 at 12:30 p.m.
Enjoy a free family movie at the library
Refreshments served.
Sponsored by Friends of Rockville Library.

Today at the Library (7/23/09)

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.
Family/Bedtime Storytime 6:45 p.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)

Today at the Library (7/22/09)

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)

Programs and Events
Barry Louis Polisar
You've heard his songs on CD and maybe even at the movies. Now you'll smile, you'll giggle, and then you'll laugh out loud at the off the wall songs of Barry Louis Polisar, live, at this fun musical program for the whole family.
Barry will be at the following branch libraries today:

• Hanover Branch Library
  Wednesday July 22 at 10:00 a.m.
• Upper King William Branch Library
  Wednesday July 22 at 1:00 p.m.
• King and Queen Branch Library
  Wednesday July 22 at 3:30 p.m.

Today at the Library (7/21/09)

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.

Bookmobile Stops
Hanover County
Childtime (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
Barry Louis Polisar
You've heard his songs on CD and maybe even at the movies. Now you'll smile, you'll giggle, and then you'll laugh out loud at the off the wall songs of Barry Louis Polisar, live, at this fun musical program for the whole family.
Barry will be at the following branch libraries today:

• Goochland Branch Library
  Tuesday July 21 at 10:00 a.m.
• Cochrane Rockville Branch Library
  Tuesday July 21 at 1:00 p.m.
• Lois Wickham Jones/Montpelier Branch Library
  Tuesday July 21 at 4:00 p.m.
• Richard S. Gillis, Jr./Ashland Branch Library
  Tuesday July 21 at 7:00 p.m.

Today at the Library (7/20/09)

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)
King William Youth Center (Rt. 30) 3:15 - 4:00 (see map)

Programs and Events
Barry Louis Polisar
You've heard his songs on CD and maybe even at the movies. Now you'll smile, you'll giggle, and then you'll laugh out loud at the off the wall songs of Barry Louis Polisar, live, at this fun musical program for the whole family.
Barry will be at the following branch libraries today:

• Atlee Branch Library
Monday July 20 at 10:30 a.m.
• Mechanicsville Branch Library
Monday July 20 at 1:00 p.m.
• West Point Branch Library
Monday July 20 at 4:00 p.m.

Upper King William Branch Library
Off the Ark Exotic Pets
Monday July 20 at 1:00 p.m.
Off the Ark shares their knowledge & love for animals with a fun and educational show for all ages. See reptiles, amphibians, scorpions, tarantulas, "bugs," and small mammals galore!

Today at the Library (7/18/09)

Programs and Events
Mechanicsville Branch Library
Perfectly Pampered for Teens
Saturday July 18 from 10:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Receive a manicure, facial, braiding and/or learn about hair fusion. Services provided by students from the Cosmetology School at the Hanover Trade Center.
Sponsored by Friends of Mechanicsville Library.

Lois Wickham Jones/Montpelier Branch Library
Masterpieces by the Masters for Teens
Saturday July 18 at 11:00 a.m.
Practice painting techniques used by the masters.
Snacks served! Sponsored by the Friends of the Montpelier Library.

West Point Branch Library
Curse of the Pharaoh Murder Mystery Game & Pizza Party for Teens Saturday
July 18 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.
YOU & your friends are the stars in an exciting night of mystery & mayhem! Register by July 12 for your role. Don't forget to ask your mummy for permission.
Pizza served! Sponsored by the Friends of the West Point Library.

Today at the Library (7/17/09)

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 and 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)

Programs and Events
King and Queen Branch Library
Off the Ark Exotic Pets
Friday July 17 at 1:00 p.m.
Off the Ark shares their knowledge & love for animals with a fun and educational show for all ages. See reptiles, amphibians, scorpions, tarantulas, "bugs," and small mammals galore!

Today at the Library (7/16/09)

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.
Family/Bedtime Storytime 6:45 p.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
Off the Ark Exotic Pets
Off the Ark shares their knowledge & love for animals with a fun and educational show for all ages. See reptiles, amphibians, scorpions, tarantulas, "bugs," and small mammals galore at the following libraries today:

• Hanover Branch Library
  Thursday July 16 at 10:00 a.m.
• Atlee Branch Library
  Thursday July 16 at 1:00 p.m.

Mechanicsville Branch Library
BINGO
Thursday July 16 at 3:00 p.m.
Cool off, shout the word, and win the prize! Enjoy a few games of BINGO at the library.
Sponsored by Friends of Mechanicsville Library.

Goochland Branch Library
Teen Tech Night
Thursday July 16 from 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Play Dance Dance Revolution: SuperNova and Guitar Hero III with your friends.
Pizza served! Sponsored by Friends of Goochland Library.

Today at the Library (7/15/09)

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)

Programs and Events
Off the Ark Exotic Pets
Off the Ark shares their knowledge & love for animals with a fun and educational show for all ages. See reptiles, amphibians, scorpions, tarantulas, "bugs," and small mammals galore at the following libraries today:

• Cochrane Rockville Branch Library
  Wednesday July 15 at 10:30 a.m.
• Richard S. Gillis, Jr./Ashland Branch Library
  Wednesday July 15 at 1:30 p.m.

Hanover Branch Library
Art Expressions
Wednesday July 15 at 6:30 p.m.
Bring your mom (or older sibling/relative or friend) and have fun completing a special art project together.
Snacks served! Sponsored by the Hanover Library Friends.

Goochland Branch Library
Look up in the Sky: A Watercolor Workshop
Wednesday July 15 at 7:00 p.m.
Art a la Carte's Blane Cope shows you how to create watercolor postcards. Sign-ups required. Class size limited to 16 children.
Sponsored by Friends of Goochland Library.

Today at the Library (7/14/09)

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.

Bookmobile Stops
Hanover County
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
Off the Ark Exotic Pets
Off the Ark shares their knowledge & love for animals with a fun and educational show for all ages. See reptiles, amphibians, scorpions, tarantulas, "bugs," and small mammals galore at the following libraries today:

• Mechanicsville Branch Library
  Tuesday July 14 at 10:30 a.m.
• West Point Branch Library
  Tuesday July 14 at 2:00 p.m.

Today at the Library (7/13/09)

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
Off the Ark Exotic Pets
Off the Ark shares their knowledge & love for animals with a fun and educational show for all ages. See reptiles, amphibians, scorpions, tarantulas, "bugs," and small mammals galore at the following branch libraries today:

• Lois Wickham Jones/Montpelier Branch Library
  Monday July 13 at 10:00 a.m.
• Goochland Branch Library
  Monday July 13 at 1:00 p.m.

Mechanicsville Branch Library
Movie Night
Monday July 13 at 6:30 p.m.
See a great movie featuring a courageous canine who thinks he has super powers.
Refreshments served. Sponsored by Friends of Mechanicsville Library.

Today at the Library (7/11/09)

Programs and Events
Cochrane Rockville Branch Library
Sit & Stitch
Every second Saturday of the month at 10:00 a.m.
Next meeting: July 11
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!

Atlee Branch Library
Saturday Cinema
Saturday July 11 at 10:30 a.m.
Beat the heat and watch a free family movie and enjoy a snack on us!
Sponsored by the Friends of Atlee Library.

Mechanicsville Branch Library
Double Feature Teen Movie
Saturday July 11 at 1:00 p.m.
Follow four friends and their experiences with a magical pair of jeans.
Snacks served!
Sponsored by Friends of the Mechanicsville Library.

Today at the Library (7/10/09)

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 and Queen County
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
Cochrane Rockville Branch Library
Friday at the Movies
Friday July 10 at 12:30 p.m.
Enjoy a free family movie at the library!
Refreshments served. Sponsored by Friends of Rockville Library

Richard S. Gillis, Jr./Ashland Branch Library
Teen Movie Night
Friday July 10 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Pizza served! Sponsored by Friends of Ashland Library.

Lois Wickham Jones/Montpelier Branch Library
The Trevillian Ramblers
Friday July 10 at 7:00 p.m.
Join us for a fun family program showcasing the creative musical talents of the Trevillian Ramblers.
Refreshments served. Sponsored by the Friends of the Montpelier Library.

Today at the Library (7/9/09)

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.
Family/Bedtime Storytime 6:45 p.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
Mechanicsville Branch Library
Teen Tie-Dye
Thursday July 9 at 3:00 p.m.
Make a groovy tie-dye T-shirt. Sign ups required.
Sponsored by Friends of Mechanicsville Library.

Today at the Library (7/8/09)

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)

Programs and Events
King and Queen Branch Library
Express Yourself @ Your Library - DRAW & PAINT!
Wednesday July 8 at 2:00 p.m.
Materials provided or bring you own and create outside.
Sponsored by the Friends of the King & Queen Library.

Today at the Library (7/7/09)

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.

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)

Today at the Library (7/6/09)

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
KW Summer Camp (Cool Spring Primary today only) 10:00 - 11:30 (see map)
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)

Today at the Library (7/4/09)

All branches of the Pamunkey Regional Library are closed today. Have a happy and safe Fourth of July holiday!

Today at the Library (7/3/09)

All branches of the Pamunkey Regional Library are closed today. Have a happy and safe Fourth of July holiday!

Today at the Library (7/2/09)

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.
Family/Bedtime Storytime 6:45 p.m.

Bookmobile Stops
Hanover County
Goddard School (Old Hickory Rd.) 9:45 - 11:30 (see map)
Bon Secours Child Care (8210 Meadowbridge Rd.) 2:30 - 3:45 (see map)

Programs and Events
Richmond Indigenous Gourd Orchestra
Dance along to the "gourdeous" music of the Richmond Indigenous Gourd Orchestra, who grow their own instruments locally.
The Richmond Indigenous Gourd Orchestra will be at the following branch libraries today:

• Hanover Branch Library
  Thursday July 2 at 10:00 a.m.
• Upper King William Branch Library
  Thursday July 2 at 1:00 p.m.

Today at the Library (7/1/09)

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)

Programs and Events
Richmond Indigenous Gourd Orchestra
Dance along to the "gourdeous" music of the Richmond Indigenous Gourd Orchestra, who grow their own instruments locally.
The Richmond Indigenous Gourd Orchestra will be at the following branch libraries today:

• Richard S. Gillis, Jr./Ashland Branch Library
  Wednesday July 1 at 10:30 a.m.
• West Point Branch Library
  Wednesday July 1 at 2:00 p.m.