Today at the Library (7/30/10)

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 & Events
King and Queen Branch Library
Casting Workshop
Friday July 30 at 2:00 p.m.
All ages
Learn how to cast a fishing line. Fishing rods provided.
Sponsored by the Friends of the King & Queen Library.

Mechanicsville Branch Library
BINGO
Friday July 30 at 3:00 p.m.
All ages
Enjoy a few games of BINGO and win prizes!
Sponsored by the Friends of the Mechanicsville Library.

Cochrane Rockville Branch Library
Friday Family Film Festival
Friday July 30 at 12:30 p.m.
All ages
Bring lunch and a friends to see a great movie at the library!
Dessert & beverages served.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Rockville Library.

Today at the Library (7/29/10)

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.

Programs & Events
Upper King William Branch Library
River Critters
Thursday July 29 at 1:00 p.m.
All ages
Brad Davis of the Mattaponi and Pamunkey Rivers Association will bring his hawk, "Chief," and talk about the animal life found around the twin rivers.
Sponsored by the Mattaponi and Pamunkey Rivers Association.

Today at the Library (7/28/10)

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.
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
Goochland Elementary School 10:15 - 11:00 (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 (7/27/10)

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
Childtime (8266 Windmill Watch Drive) 9:15 - 10:00 (see map)
Bell Creek Child Development Center (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 - 2:30 (see map)

Programs & Events
Richard S. Gillis, Jr./Ashland Branch Library
Beaded Keychain Workshop
Tuesday July 27 at 6:30 p.m.
Ages 11-19
Registration requested by July 20.
Snacks served! Sponsored by the Friends of the Ashland Library.

Hanover Branch Library
Luau on the Library Lawn
Tuesday July 27 at 11:00 a.m.
Enjoy a special luau-themed Storytime with crafts and fun.
Refreshments served. Sponsored by the Hanover Branch Library Friends.

Today at the Library (7/26/10)

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 & Events
Atlee Branch Library
Movie Monday
Monday July 26 at 2:00 p.m.
All ages
Beat the heat with a cool summer movie.
Refreshments served. Sponsored by the Friends of the Atlee Library.

Goochland Branch Library
A Visit with Little Squirt & Friends
Monday July 26 at 1:00 p.m.
All ages
Meet Little Squirt, a miniature horse from Broken Road Farm, and some of his farm friends, including bunnies, chickens, a goat, a lamb, and a pig.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Goochland Library.

Cochrane Rockville Branch Library
Dinner and BINGO Night
Monday July 26 at 6:00 p.m.
All ages
Join us for night of fun and prizes.
Fried chicken and beverages served. please bring a side dish to share.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Rockville Library.

Pick of the Week

Apocalypse Chow: How to Eat Well When the Power Goes Out

by Jon Robertson with Robin Robertson

Right now, somewhere in America, a storm has knocked out the electricity. With Apoclypse Chow, Jon Robertson delivers a very practical guide to eating with elegance even when the refrigerator, stove, and microwave are rendered powerless. With simple tips on how to shop, store, and prepare gourmet food, this book will help anyone who is forced to dine in the dark. Discover how the right nonperishables and a little creative heat can turn into renowned chef Robin Robertson's savory Almost-Instant Blak Bean Chili, Pantry Pasta Salad, and Fire-Roasted Blueberry Cobbler, among many others. This book is a valuable resource for anyone who feels (or maybe really is) powerless in the kitchen but still in search of culinary delight.

Website of the Week

The Encyclopedia of Earth

The Encyclopedia of Earth is an electronic reference about the Earth, its natural environments, and their interaction with society. The Encyclopedia is a free, fully searchable collection of articles written by scholars, professionals, educators, and experts who collaborate and review each other's work. The articles are written in non-technical language and will be useful to students, educators, scholars, professionals, as well as to the general public.

Today at the Library (7/24/10)

Programs & Events
Goochland Branch Library
Basic Computer Class
Saturday July 24 at 10:00 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.

Mechanicsville Branch Library
Annual Antiques and Collectibles Appraisal Fair
Saturday July 24 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Ages 18 & up
Dealers from Hanover County’s Antique Village will provide free verbal appraisals for your antiques & collectibles. No oil paintings or dolls, please. There is a limit of two (2) items, & they must be brought in without assistance.
Dealers include Joe Lipscomb from Antique Village, John Whiting from Whiting’s Old Paper, Fred Schneider of The Civil War Room, & a book dealer.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Mechanicsville Library.

Today at the Library (7/23/10)

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
Scott’s Store (Walkerton) 10:30 - 11:00 (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 & Events
Cochrane Rockville Branch Library
Friday Family Film Festival
Friday July 23 at 12:30 p.m.
All ages
Bring lunch and a friends to see a great movie at the library!
Dessert & beverages served. Sponsored by the Friends of the Rockville Library.

Today at the Library (7/22/10)

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
The Learning Connection (Pole Green Rd.) 9:15 - 10:15 (see map)
Cool Spring Day Care (Cool Spring Church) 10:30 - 11:15 (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 & Events
Hanover Branch Library
Lunchtime Book Group
Thursday July 22 at 12:30 p.m.
Olive Kittredge by Elizabeth Strout
Bring a bag lunch. Dessert and drinks provided.
Sponsored by the Hanover Branch Library Friends.

Atlee Branch Library
Teen Movie Night
Thursday July 22 at 6:30 p.m.
Beat the heat with a free movie at the library.
Snacks served! Sponsored by the Friends of the Atlee Library.

Lois Wickham Jones/Montpelier Branch Library
Submerge Yourself in the Wii
Thursday July 22 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Ages 11-19
Bring your Wii games to the library for a night of fast-paced fun with your friends. We will provide the Wii & a few games.
Snacks served! Sponsored by the Friends of the Montpelier Library.

Today at the Library (7/21/10)

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.
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 Dr.) 10:15 - 11:30 (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 & Events
Mechanicsville Branch Library
Basic Computer Class
Wednesday July 21 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.

Set Sail with Steve Somers, the Amazing Teacher
All ages
Ahoy mates! Gear up for a high-seas adventure with Captain Steve and his friends as they take your kids on an amazing voyage in search of good character using magic, puppetry, and music.
Hanover Branch Library Wednesday July 21 at 10:00 a.m.
Richard S. Gillis, Jr./Ashland Branch Library Wednesday July 21 at 1:00 p.m.
West Point Branch Library Wednesday July 21 at 4:00 p.m.

Today at the Library (7/20/10)

Storytimes
Richard S. Gillis, Jr.,/Ashland Branch Library
Tuesdays
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
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)

Programs & Events
Today is the last day to register for the Beaded Keychain Workshop at the Ashland Branch Library on Tuesday July 27 at 6:30 p.m.

Set Sail with Steve Somers, the Amazing Teacher
All ages
Ahoy mates! Gear up for a high-seas adventure with Captain Steve and his friends as they take your kids on an amazing voyage in search of good character using magic, puppetry, and music.
Atlee Branch Library Tuesday July 20 at 10:30 a.m.
Upper King William Branch Library Tuesday July 20 at 1:30 p.m.
King and Queen Branch Library Tuesday July 20 at 4:00 p.m.

Today at the Library (7/19/10)

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 School) 10:00 - 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
Set Sail with Steve Somers, the Amazing Teacher
All ages
Ahoy mates! Gear up for a high-seas adventure with Captain Steve and his friends as they take your kids on an amazing voyage in search of good character using magic, puppetry, and music.
Goochland Branch Library Monday July 19 at 10:00 a.m.
Montpelier Branch Library Monday July 19 at 1:00 p.m.
Cochrane Rockville Branch Library Monday July 19 at 4:00 p.m.
Mechanicsville Branch Library Monday July 19 at 7:00 p.m.

Pick of the Week

Role Models

by John Waters

Here, from the incomparable John Waters, is a paean to the power of subversive inspiration that will delight, amuse, enrich - and happily horrify readers everywhere. Role Models is, in fact, a self-portrait told through intimate profiles of favorite personalities - some famous, some unknown, some criminal, some surprisingly middle-of-the-road. From Esther Martin, owner of the scariest bar in Baltimore, to the playwright Tennessee Williams; from the atheist leader Madalyn Murray O'Hair to the insane martyr Saint Catherine of Siena; from the English novelist Denton Welch to the timelessly appealing singer Johnny Mathis - these are the extreme figures who helped the author form his own brand of neurotic happiness. Role Models is a personal invitation into one of the most unique, perverse, and hilarious artistic minds of our time.

Website of the Week

Webrangers

The National Park Service provides activities for children. This site lets them experience activities similar to those found in the organization is onsite Park Rangers program. Participants can choose to complete activities as a visitor or can enter a user name and password to design their own ranger station and earn online patches for their work. The activities are rated as easy, medium, and hard and include topics such as learning about trees, animals, historical events, and the effects of nature on the park.

Today at the Library (7/17/10)

Programs & Events
Mechanicsville Branch Library
Perfectly Pampered
Saturday July 17 from 10:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Ages 11-19
Receive a manicure, facial, braiding and/or learn about hair fusion.
Services provided by students from the Hanover Center for Trades & Technology. Signups required.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Mechanicsville Library.

Upper King William Branch Library
Make n’ Take Beaded Earrings
Saturday July 17 at 1:00 p.m.
For adults & teens.
Create your own beaded earrings. Materials will be provided.
Refreshments served. Sponsored by the Friends of the Upper King William Library.

Today at the Library (7/16/10)

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 - 2:15 (see map)

Programs & Events
Goochland Branch Library
Mad Science: Up, Up, & Away
Friday July 16 at 10:00 a.m.
Ages 5-11
See a fun, fast-paced, and educational performance that introduces you to the principles of air pressure.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Goochland Library.

Cochrane Rockville Branch Library
Friday Family Film Festival
Friday July 16 at 12:30 p.m.
All ages
Bring lunch and a friends to see a great movie at the library!
Dessert & beverages served. Sponsored by the Friends of the Rockville Library.

Submerge Yourself Game Night
Friday July 16 from 5:45 to 8:00 p.m.
Ages 11-19
"Submerge Yourself" in fun & water games.
Dinner served! Sponsored by the Friends of the Rockville Library.

Today at the Library (7/15/10)

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 (Sliding Hill Rd.) 9:30 - 10:45 (see map)
Omni Park Place (101 Omni Rd.) 11:15 - 12:00 (see map)
Primrose School (Atlee Commons Rd) 2:30 - 3:30 (see map)

Programs & Events
Goochland Branch Library
Submerge Yourself Video Night
Thursday July 15 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Ages 11-19
Watch a cool video with your friends.
Pizza, drinks, and dessert served! Sponsored by the Friends of the Goochland Library.

Today at the Library (7/14/10)

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.
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
Goochland Elementary School 10:15 - 11:00 (see map)
Elk Hill Farm 12:45 - 1:45 (see map)
Courthouse Commons Shopping Center 2:15 - 3:15 (see map)

Programs & Events
Hanover Branch Library
Family Fun Movie Night
Wednesday July 14 at 6:30 p.m.
All ages
See a great movie at the library with your family.
Refreshments served. Sponsored by the Hanover Branch Library Friends.

Upper King William Branch Library
Family Game Night
Wednesday July 14 at 6:30 p.m.
All ages
Play classic board games with your friends and families.
Refreshments served. Sponsored by the Friends of the Upper King William Library.

Today at the Library 7/13/10

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
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
Hanover Branch Library
Club Builders Luau
Tuesday July 13 at 6:30 p.m.
Ages 11-19
Mix & mingle and make new friends.
Snacks served! Sponsored by the Hanover Branch Library Friends.