Today at the Library (5/18/11)

Storytimes
Storytimes will resume the week of June 6.

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)

Today at the Library (5/17/2011)

Storytimes
Storytimes will resume the week of June 6.

Bookmobile Stops
Hanover County
Childtime (7452 Old Hickory Drive) 10:00 - 11:00 (see map)
Tuckaway Child Care (6857 Cold Harbor Rd.) 11:15 - 12:00 (see map)
Christian Village (Lee Davis Road) 1:30 - 2:15 (see map)
Cool Well Townhouses (Community Center) 2:30 - 3:15 (see map)

Today at the Library (5/16/11)

Storytimes will resume the week of June 6.

Bookmobile Stops
King William County
King's Grant (McKendree Church) 11:00 - 11:30 (see map)
Marle Hills (Oxford Lane) 11:45 - 12:30 (see map)
McCauley Park 1:30 - 2:00 (see map)
Fun Farm (Commons Park Drive) 2:30 - 3:30 (see map)

Programs & Events
Mechanicsville Branch Library
Computer Basics I Class
Monday May 16 at 9:00 a.m.
Interested in learning how to use a computer? We can help! Find out about the parts of a computer, learn how to use a mouse, begin to explore & search the Internet, and set up an e-mail account. Class size is limited.

Pick of the Week

Thor: The Mighty Avenger Vol. 1
by Roger Langridge and Chris Samnee

He's banished, he's mad, and he wants to fight. Eisner and Harvey Award nominated writer Roger Langridge and artist Chris Samnee re-imagine the God of Thunder in Thor: The Mighty Avenger! THRILL as he battles robots the size of cities! GASP as he tames the mightiest sea creatures! SWOON as he rescues damsels from the vilest villains! It's Thor as you've never seen him, in an all-ages title that's a whole lot of fun! (You can find volume 2 of the series by going here!)

Website of the Week

Nuclear Pathways

Nuclear Pathways makes information on historic and current nuclear issues more accessible and comprehensible to the public, educators, and students from middle school through graduate programs. Beginning with the Manhattan Project, the massive scientific and technological effort that produced the first atomic bombs, nuclear issues have had a profound effect on every aspect of society. Nuclear issues have influenced the evolution of science and technology, arts and humanities, as well as the domestic politics of many nations and international relations.

Today at the Library (5/14/11)

Programs & Events
Goochland Branch Library
The Goat & Pony Show
Saturday May 14 at 10:00 a.m.
Celebrate Children’s Book Week with a fun Storytime featuring goats and ponies. Make a craft and see live animals, too!
Crafts provided courtesy of the Friends of the Goochland Library.

Mechanicsville Branch Library
Graphic Novel Book Talk
Saturday May 14 at 2:00 p.m.
Ages 11-18. Bring your favorite graphic novel, manga or comic books to share and discover new ones. Find out more about the library’s great graphic novel & manga collection, too. Refreshments served courtesy of the Friends of the Mechanicsville Library.

Today at the Library (5/13/11)

(Due to a technical problem with Blogger, the posts for yesterday and today did not appear. If you have any questions about Library programs or services, please email ask@pamunkeylibrary.org.)

Programs & Events
Richard S. Gillis, Jr./Ashland Branch Library
Teen Movie & Pizza Night
Friday May 13 at 6:00 p.m.
See a great movie at the library. Bring a friend! Pizza served courtesy of the Friends of the Ashland Library.

Today at the Library (5/11/11)

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 11:00 a.m.

Lois Wickham Jones/Montpelier Branch Library
Mother Goose 9:15 a.m.
Family 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 Library
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 (5/10/11)

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
Atlee Christian Academy (8391 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 & Events
Cochrane Rockville Branch Library
Computer Basics I Class
Tuesday May 10 at 6:30 p.m.
Interested in learning how to use a computer? We can help! Find out about the parts of a computer, learn how to use a mouse, begin to explore & search the Internet, and set up an e-mail account. Class size is limited. Call (804) 749-3146 to sign up.

Today at the Library (5/9/11)

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) 9:45 - 10:15 (see map)
Rehoboth Baptist Church (5904 Acquinton Church Rd.) 10:45 - 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 & Events
Richard S. Gillis, Jr./Ashland Branch Library
Computer Basics I Class
Monday May 9 at 6:30 p.m.
Interested in learning how to use a computer? We can help! Find out about the parts of a computer, learn how to use a mouse, begin to explore & search the Internet, and set up an e-mail account. Class size is limited. Call (804) 798-4072 to sign up.

Pick of the Week

The Mindful Way through Anxiety: Break Free from Chronic Worry and Reclaim Your Life

by Susan M. Orsillo, PhD. and Lizabeth Roemer, PhD.

You can't just "get over" anxiety. In fact, the very things most people do to try to feel better -- avoiding feared situations, pushing worry out of mind -- only make the problem worse. Leading psychologists Susan M. Orsillo and Lizabeth Roemer present a powerful new alternative that can help you break free of anxiety by fundamentally changing how you relate to it. With clarity and compassion, this book describes clinically tested mindfulness practices specifically tailored for anxiety in its many forms. Learn step-by-step strategies for gaining awareness of anxious feelings without letting them escalate; loosening the grip of worry and fear; and achieving a new level of emotional and physical well-being.

Website of the Week

North World

Lars Brown's North World really isn't that different from our own... the biggest difference is the presence of mythical monsters, talking bears, arcane arts, and, of course, the heroes who stand ready to defend the innocent and helpless from these extraordinary threats! The website includes the full first story arc, The Epic of Conrad: Conrad is a hero and he's about to experience something scarier than any of the mighty beasts he's faced down - his ex-girlfriend's wedding! The site also includes the current on-going story arc, Kailee Chronicles. A lot of fun to read!

Today at the Library (5/7/11)

Programs & Events
Goochland Branch Library
Bead & Wire Jewelry Class
Saturday May 7 at 10:00 a.m.
Make a fun necklace or bracelet using beads & wire. Materials will be provided, but bring your own beads if you prefer. Class size is limited. Call or visit the library to sign up. Refreshments served courtesy of the Friends of the Goochland Library.

Lois Wickham Jones/Montpelier Branch Library
Read to Sam
Saturday May 7 at 10:30 a.m.
Sam the dog is very friendly, and he wants you to read books to him.

Don't forget to pick up up your free comic book at any branch while supplies last during Free Comic Book Day! Complete our survey in print or online to enter the prize drawing for the comics goodie box.

Today at the Library (5/6/11)

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

Rockville Branch Library
Toddler Storytime 10:15 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)

Programs & Events
Cochrane Rockville Branch Library
First Friday Films
Friday May 6 at 4:00 p.m.
See a great kids’ movie with your friends at the library. Popcorn and drinks served courtesy of the Friends of the Rockville Library.

Today at the Library (5/5/11)

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 10:45 a.m.

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

Bookmobile Stops
Hanover County
Goddard School (Old Hickory Rd.) 9:45 - 11:30 (see map)
New Hanover Christian School (10058 Chamberlayne Rd.) 1:00 - 2:00 (see map)
Bon Secours Child Care (8210 Meadowbridge Rd.) 2:30 - 3:30 (see map)

Today at the Library (5/4/11)

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 11:00 a.m.

Lois Wickham Jones/Montpelier Branch Library
Mother Goose 9:15 a.m.
Family 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)

Programs & Events
Hanover Branch Library
Picnic with Pamunkey
Wednesday May 4 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 a.m.
See Magic Watt, the strolling magician and hear music by the Hanover High School Jazz Band.
Enjoy hot dogs, chips, desserts, and beverages. Bring a chair, blanket, or your own lunch, and join in the fun! Sponsored by the Hanover Branch Library Friends.

Goochland Branch Library
Computer Basics II Class
Wednesday May 4 at 5:00 p.m.
Want to find out how to use a computer? We can help!
Learn how to create & save documents with Microsoft Word and how to surf the Web with Internet Explorer, too. Class size is limited. Call (804) 556-4774 to sign up.

Today at the Library (5/3/2011)

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)

Today at the Library (5/2/11)

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) 11:00 - 11:30 (see map)
Marle Hills (Oxford Lane) 11:45 - 12:30 (see map)
McCauley Park 1:30 - 2:00 (see map)
Fun Farm (Commons Park Drive) 2:30 - 3:30 (see map)

Programs & Events
Richard S. Gillis, Jr./Ashland Branch Library
Genealogy Workshop
Monday May 2 at 9:00 a.m.
Looking for your ancestors? Find out how to search for census records, immigration records, marriage, birth, & death records, and military service information and build your family tree. We prefer that you have basic computer skills to attend this class.
Class size is limited. Call (804) 798-4072 to sign up.

West Point Branch Library
Computer Basics II Class
Monday May 2 at 6:00 p.m.
Want to find out how to use a computer? We can help! Learn how to create & save documents with Microsoft Word and how to surf the Web with Internet Explorer, too.
Class size is limited. Call (804) 843-3244 to sign up.

Pick of the Week

The Chrysalids

by John Wyndham

The Chyrsalids is set in the future after a devastating global nuclear war. David, the young hero of the novel, lives in a tight-knit community of religious and genetic fundamentalists, always on the alert for any deviation from the norm of God’s creation. Abnormal plants are publicly burned, with much singing of hymns. Abnormal humans (who are not really human) are also condemned to destruction—unless they succeed in fleeing to the Fringes, that Wild Country where, as the authorities say, nothing is reliable and the devil does his work. David grows up ringed by admonitions: KEEP PURE THE STOCK OF THE LORD; WATCH THOU FOR THE MUTANT. At first he does not question. Then, however, he realizes that the he too is out of the ordinary, in possession of a power that could doom him to death or introduce him to a new, hitherto unimagined world of freedom.

Website of the Week

CIA World Factbook

The World Factbook provides information on the history, people, government, economy, geography, communications, transportation, military, and transnational issues for 266 world entities. It includes maps of the major world regions, as well as Flags of the World, a Physical Map of the World, a Political Map of the World, and a Standard Time Zones of the World map.