Toddler/Preschool Storytime- Goochland Branch

Come enjoy books, music, fingerplays, and much more at storytime! For ages 2-5 with a caregiver.

Goochland Meeting Room, Goochland Branch

Family Storytime- Rockville Branch

Enjoy a fun time with books, signing, rhymes, and much more! Family storytime is for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers.

Rockville Meeting Room A (Kitchenette Side), Rockville Meeting Room B, Rockville Branch

Family Storytime- Hanover Branch

Enjoy a fun time with books, signing, rhymes, and much more! Family storytime is for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers.

Hanover Meeting Room, Hanover Branch

Ashland Bridge Club

The Ashland Bridge Club is for players with a basic knowledge of and skill in playing Bridge. The club plays most Friday afternoons. Contact Joe Mattys at [email protected] for more information and to sign up. Registration is required.For more information or if you have a......More

The Ashland Bridge Club is for players with a basic knowledge of and skill in playing Bridge. The club plays most Friday afternoons. Contact Joe Mattys at [email protected] for more information and to sign up. Registration is required.For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Ashland Branch Library at 804-798-4072.

Ashland Meeting Room A (Kitchenette Side), Ashland Meeting Room B (Projector Side), Ashland Branch

Spooktacular Costume Party

Children of all ages are welcome to join in our Spooktacular Costume Party. Wear your costume and come dance with your friends and enjoy some spooky crafts!For more information or questions about this program or if you have a special physical or communication need, plea......More

Children of all ages are welcome to join in our Spooktacular Costume Party. Wear your costume and come dance with your friends and enjoy some spooky crafts!For more information or questions about this program or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Mechanicsville Branch at 804-746-9615.

Mechanicsville Meeting Room A (Kitchenette Side), Mechanicsville Meeting Room B (Monitor Side), Mechanicsville Branch

Crafternoon for Kids and Teens

Please join us to make a fun craft. We have all the supplies you bring your creativity!

Atlee Meeting Room, Atlee Branch

Teen Hangout

Students from 6th graders to 12th graders (ages 12-18) are welcome to attend Teen Hangout after school from 4:00pm to 5:30pm. Staff will supervise Teen Hangout, and some activities/games will be provided. No registration required, drop in whenever you'd like! For more i......More

Students from 6th graders to 12th graders (ages 12-18) are welcome to attend Teen Hangout after school from 4:00pm to 5:30pm. Staff will supervise Teen Hangout, and some activities/games will be provided. No registration required, drop in whenever you'd like! For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Mechanicsville Branch Library at 804-746-9615.

Mechanicsville Meeting Room A (Kitchenette Side), Mechanicsville Branch

Trunk or Treat - Vehicle Registration - Halloween

If you would like to participate in setting up in the parking lot for Trunk or Treat, please call 804-883-5117 and reserve a space for your vehicle and trunk of treats! Or you may register online.Join us at the Library Trunk or Treat for a fun night of costumes, treats,......More

If you would like to participate in setting up in the parking lot for Trunk or Treat, please call 804-883-5117 and reserve a space for your vehicle and trunk of treats! Or you may register online.Join us at the Library Trunk or Treat for a fun night of costumes, treats, and spooky surprises!Trunk or Treat to be held in the parking lot of recreation center. Activities to be held INSIDE the libraryFor more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Montpelier Branch directly (phone number listed above).

Creative Commons, Montpelier Branch

Trunk or Treat Halloween at the Library

ALL AGESJoin us at the Library Trunk or Treat for a fun night of costumes, treats, and spooky surprises!Trunk or Treat to be held in the parking lot of recreation center. Activities to be held INSIDE the libraryFor more information or if you have a special physical or ......More

ALL AGESJoin us at the Library Trunk or Treat for a fun night of costumes, treats, and spooky surprises!Trunk or Treat to be held in the parking lot of recreation center. Activities to be held INSIDE the libraryFor more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Montpelier Branch at 804-883-5117

Montpelier Conference Room, Montpelier Meeting Room, Montpelier Branch

All Month: Goochland "Dinosaurs" Scavenger Hunt

Best for ages 5-12. Are you excited for Di-November? We are too! Dinosaurs have taken over the Goochland Branch's children's area, and it is up to you to find them all! Search for the eight hidden dinosaurs, and when you have found all eight, return to the circulation d......More

Best for ages 5-12. Are you excited for Di-November? We are too! Dinosaurs have taken over the Goochland Branch's children's area, and it is up to you to find them all! Search for the eight hidden dinosaurs, and when you have found all eight, return to the circulation desk for a prize! While supplies last.

Goochland Branch

Dream catcher: Take and Make Kit

For ages 4-12Search the library for our scavenger hunt, then take home a kit to make your own dream catcher craft.For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Ashland Branch at 804-798-4......More

For ages 4-12Search the library for our scavenger hunt, then take home a kit to make your own dream catcher craft.For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Ashland Branch at 804-798-4072.

Ashland Branch

Take and Make: Little Leaf People

Best for ages 3-12.Stop by the Goochland Branch, and pick up a bag of supplies to make these leaf people. Each bag will also contain a small tag that says, "I think you are unbeLEAFably wonderFALL." So you can make an extra leaf person to give away to someone else, and ......More

Best for ages 3-12.Stop by the Goochland Branch, and pick up a bag of supplies to make these leaf people. Each bag will also contain a small tag that says, "I think you are unbeLEAFably wonderFALL." So you can make an extra leaf person to give away to someone else, and add that tag to go with it. It will definitely make him or her smile!All supplies provided, and kits available while supplies last.For more information or questions about this program or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Goochland Branch at (804)556-4774.

Goochland Branch

Tabletop Gaming

Ages 18 and up. Join us at the library for a fun session of tabletop games! Have fun with a variety of tabletop roleplaying games and learn more about one-shot adventures and longer campaigns!For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, ......More

Ages 18 and up. Join us at the library for a fun session of tabletop games! Have fun with a variety of tabletop roleplaying games and learn more about one-shot adventures and longer campaigns!For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Mechanicsville Branch Library at 804-746-9615.

Mechanicsville Meeting Room B (Monitor Side), Mechanicsville Branch

Family Storytime- Ashland Branch

Enjoy a fun time with books, signing, rhymes, and much more! Family storytime is for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers.

Ashland Meeting Room A (Kitchenette Side), Ashland Meeting Room B (Projector Side), Ashland Branch

DIY Zombie Barbie

Unleash your inner monster designer as you transform ordinary Barbie dolls into fabulous undead fashionistas. Think creepy chic costumes, eerie accessories, and zombie-inspired makeovers — all crafted with your own spooky flair. Whether you’re into the creepy, the cute,......More

Unleash your inner monster designer as you transform ordinary Barbie dolls into fabulous undead fashionistas. Think creepy chic costumes, eerie accessories, and zombie-inspired makeovers — all crafted with your own spooky flair. Whether you’re into the creepy, the cute, or the downright scary, this workshop is your chance to bring out your undead artist and create a one-of-a-kind zombie Barbie that’s sure to turn heads and raise some eyebrows. All supplies provided. Ages 16 and registration is required. For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Montpelier Branch at 804-883-5117.

Creative Commons, Montpelier Branch

Crafternoon

Ages 10-18. Explore different crafts and techniques with us! Great for beginner and veteran crafters alike. Bring home a finished project - and check out a craft book or two!For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact ask......More

Ages 10-18. Explore different crafts and techniques with us! Great for beginner and veteran crafters alike. Bring home a finished project - and check out a craft book or two!For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Cochrane Rockville Branch library at 804-749-3146.

Rockville Meeting Room A (Kitchenette Side), Rockville Meeting Room B, Rockville Branch

Drone Demonstration and Talk

For ages 10 to 18 years old. Kimberley Mierzwa Photography will demonstration the drone flying for kids and teens. Come learn about this hobby popular among its many fans.For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact ask@pa......More

For ages 10 to 18 years old. Kimberley Mierzwa Photography will demonstration the drone flying for kids and teens. Come learn about this hobby popular among its many fans.For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the insert branch name at insert branch phone number.

Ashland Meeting Room A (Kitchenette Side), Ashland Meeting Room B (Projector Side), Ashland Branch

Preschool Storytime- Atlee Branch

Come enjoy books, music, fingerplays, and much more at preschool storytime! For ages 3-5 with a caregiver.

Atlee Branch

Mother Goose Storytime- Ashland Branch

Mother Goose is a storytime for children age 6 to 24 months and their caregivers. We have fun with nursery rhymes, singing and reading.

Ashland Meeting Room A (Kitchenette Side), Ashland Meeting Room B (Projector Side), Ashland Branch

Hula Dancing Class

Exercise your brain and body as you learn about hula dancing and culture at the Mechanicsville Branch Library! Ages 18 & up. For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Mechanicsville B......More

Exercise your brain and body as you learn about hula dancing and culture at the Mechanicsville Branch Library! Ages 18 & up. For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Mechanicsville Branch Library at 804-746-9615.

Mechanicsville Meeting Room A (Kitchenette Side), Mechanicsville Meeting Room B (Monitor Side), Mechanicsville Branch

Mother Goose Storytime- Atlee Branch

Mother Goose is a storytime for children age 6 to 24 months and their caregivers. We have fun with nursery rhymes, singing and reading.

Atlee Branch

Bridge Club

For ages 18 & up The Goochland Bridge Club is for those that want to learn how to play or those with a basic knowledge of the game. All are welcome! For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or......More

For ages 18 & up The Goochland Bridge Club is for those that want to learn how to play or those with a basic knowledge of the game. All are welcome! For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Goochland Branch at 804-556-4774.

Goochland Meeting Room, Goochland Branch

The Powhatan People - Presented by The Valentine Museum

Ages 6 (ALL AGES ENCOURAGED)During this program, patrons will learn about the Powhatan people who called the Richmond region home prior to colonization. We will learn about Pocahontas, Chief Powhatan and the Virginia Indians’ use of natural resources. Patrons will anal......More

Ages 6 (ALL AGES ENCOURAGED)During this program, patrons will learn about the Powhatan people who called the Richmond region home prior to colonization. We will learn about Pocahontas, Chief Powhatan and the Virginia Indians’ use of natural resources. Patrons will analyze and discuss a mystery object used by the Powhatan.Registration is required as is a permission form included in the registration.For more information or questions about this program or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Montpelier Branch at 804-883-5117.

Montpelier Meeting Room, Montpelier Branch

Line Dancing

For adults and teens. Learn and have fun with the Boot Scooters of Ashland at our beginning line dancing class. No experience necessary!For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Ashla......More

For adults and teens. Learn and have fun with the Boot Scooters of Ashland at our beginning line dancing class. No experience necessary!For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Ashland Branch at (804)798-4072.

Ashland Meeting Room A (Kitchenette Side), Ashland Meeting Room B (Projector Side), Ashland Branch

Next Chapter Book Chapter

Next Chapter Book Club is a community-based book club program for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, regardless of their reading or ability level. Facilitators will assist participants as they read and discuss the pre-selected book. Books and mate......More

Next Chapter Book Club is a community-based book club program for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, regardless of their reading or ability level. Facilitators will assist participants as they read and discuss the pre-selected book. Books and materials will be provided. Participants will be reading, Holes, by Louis Sachar. Ages 18 For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Montpelier Branch at 804-883-5117.

Montpelier Conference Room, Montpelier Branch

Atlee Bridge Club

Ages 18 & up. Every Tuesday the Atlee Bridge Group meets to play Social Rubber Bridge. All levels welcome, from beginner to expert.For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Atlee Bran......More

Ages 18 & up. Every Tuesday the Atlee Bridge Group meets to play Social Rubber Bridge. All levels welcome, from beginner to expert.For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Atlee Branch Library at 804-559-0654.

Atlee Meeting Room, Atlee Branch

Mother Goose Storytime- Mechanicsville Branch

Mother Goose is a storytime for children age 6 to 24 months and their caregivers. We have fun with nursery rhymes, singing and reading.

Mechanicsville Branch

Toddler Storytime- Ashland Branch

Come enjoy a storytime of books, music, and fun for toddlers ages 2-3 and their caregivers.

Ashland Meeting Room A (Kitchenette Side), Ashland Meeting Room B (Projector Side), Ashland Branch

Playgroup

Moms, dads, grandparents, and caregivers! Come socialize with other adults while your children play, explore, and make new friends at our monthly playgroup. Activities are geared to toddlers and preschool-age children, but all ages are welcome. Refreshments will be prov......More

Moms, dads, grandparents, and caregivers! Come socialize with other adults while your children play, explore, and make new friends at our monthly playgroup. Activities are geared to toddlers and preschool-age children, but all ages are welcome. Refreshments will be provided. For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Hanover Branch Library at 804-365-6210.

Hanover Meeting Room, Hanover Branch

Storybook STEAM

Best for children ages 5-10. Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be in a story? Now you don’t have to! Join us as we engineer an escape, build a bridge, and keep out the wolf! Together we’ll use STEAM skills to explore concepts and solve common storybook dil......More

Best for children ages 5-10. Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be in a story? Now you don’t have to! Join us as we engineer an escape, build a bridge, and keep out the wolf! Together we’ll use STEAM skills to explore concepts and solve common storybook dilemmas. For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Cochrane Rockville Branch library at 804-749-3146.

Rockville Meeting Room A (Kitchenette Side), Rockville Meeting Room B, Rockville Branch

Toddler Storytime-Mechanicsville Branch

Come enjoy a storytime of books, music, and fun for toddlers ages 2-3 and their caregivers.

Mechanicsville Branch

Mosaic Leaf Craft

For ages 4-9Use tissue paper to make your own cool autumn leaves - then take them home! Registration not required, but register for a reminder.For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call t......More

For ages 4-9Use tissue paper to make your own cool autumn leaves - then take them home! Registration not required, but register for a reminder.For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Ashland Branch at 804-798-4072.

Ashland Meeting Room A (Kitchenette Side), Ashland Meeting Room B (Projector Side), Ashland Branch

MahJong

For ages 18 & up. Join our MahJong group! All experience levels are welcome and instruction will be included for those that are learning. For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Goo......More

For ages 18 & up. Join our MahJong group! All experience levels are welcome and instruction will be included for those that are learning. For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Goochland Branch at (804) 556-4774.

Goochland Meeting Room, Goochland Branch

Hanover Fiber Arts

Ages 18 & up. We meet to share tips, work on needlework projects together, and create items for charity. All skill levels welcome!For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Atlee Branc......More

Ages 18 & up. We meet to share tips, work on needlework projects together, and create items for charity. All skill levels welcome!For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Atlee Branch Library at 804-559-0654.

Creative Commons, Atlee Branch

Mother Goose Storytime- Atlee Branch

Mother Goose is a storytime for children age 6 to 24 months and their caregivers. We have fun with nursery rhymes, singing and reading.

Atlee Branch

Next Chapter Book Club

For adults.Next Chapter Book Club is a community-based book club program for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, regardless of their reading or ability level. Two facilitators will assist participants as they read and discuss the pre-selected book.......More

For adults.Next Chapter Book Club is a community-based book club program for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, regardless of their reading or ability level. Two facilitators will assist participants as they read and discuss the pre-selected book. Books and materials will be provided. For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Ashland Branch at (804)798-4072.

Ashland Meeting Room A (Kitchenette Side), Ashland Meeting Room B (Projector Side), Ashland Branch

Toddler Storytime- Atlee Branch

Come enjoy a storytime of books, music, and fun for toddlers ages 2-3 and their caregivers.

Atlee Branch

Wednesday Matinee Series

Wednesday Matinee Series at the Atlee BranchThe Films of Mike NicholsAll Showings at 3pm in the Creative CommonsNovember 5th: The Birdcage (1996)Starring Robin Williams and Nathan Lane

Atlee Branch

Yoga

For ages 18 & up. Bring your mat and join us for a yoga session that aims to promote strength, flexibility, and balance. Chair accomodations can be made. Led by certified instructor, Kathleen TsengasFor more information or if you have a special physical or communicatio......More

For ages 18 & up. Bring your mat and join us for a yoga session that aims to promote strength, flexibility, and balance. Chair accomodations can be made. Led by certified instructor, Kathleen TsengasFor more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Goochland Branch at 804-556-4774.

Goochland Meeting Room, Goochland Branch

Teen Hangout

Students from 6th graders to 12th graders (ages 12-18) are welcome to attend Teen Hangout after school from 4:00pm to 5:30pm. Staff will supervise Teen Hangout, and some activities/games will be provided. No registration required, drop in whenever you'd like! For more i......More

Students from 6th graders to 12th graders (ages 12-18) are welcome to attend Teen Hangout after school from 4:00pm to 5:30pm. Staff will supervise Teen Hangout, and some activities/games will be provided. No registration required, drop in whenever you'd like! For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Mechanicsville Branch Library at 804-746-9615.

Mechanicsville Meeting Room A (Kitchenette Side), Mechanicsville Branch

"Tools" You Can Use for Life and Beyond

Best for ages 10 to 14Life is hard at any age and Hanover County Behavioral Health Wellness collective will be coming out to the library with a fun and interactive presentation on building interpersonal skills. Learning how to help others as well as ourselves will be p......More

Best for ages 10 to 14Life is hard at any age and Hanover County Behavioral Health Wellness collective will be coming out to the library with a fun and interactive presentation on building interpersonal skills. Learning how to help others as well as ourselves will be paramount to this presentation. Come in and learn a few things that ALL of us can use in our "toolbelt" and have some PIZZA too.For more information or questions about this program or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Montpelier Library at 804-883-5117.

Montpelier Meeting Room, Montpelier Branch

DIY Stenciled Fall Signs

For ages 15 and up.Come and customize your own wooden sign for the fall with this DIY craft! Design it how you want, or use our custom fall stencils. All supplies will be provided!Registration required.For more information or if you have a special physical or communicat......More

For ages 15 and up.Come and customize your own wooden sign for the fall with this DIY craft! Design it how you want, or use our custom fall stencils. All supplies will be provided!Registration required.For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Hanover Branch at 804-365-6210.

Hanover Meeting Room, Hanover Branch

Writing for Joy

For adults 18 & up A creative writing discussion group for those that are interested in sharing original writings, participating in prompted writings, and encouraging others in their pursuit of writing. This program is open to "would be" writers, experienced writers, an......More

For adults 18 & up A creative writing discussion group for those that are interested in sharing original writings, participating in prompted writings, and encouraging others in their pursuit of writing. This program is open to "would be" writers, experienced writers, and writers of all skill levels. For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Goochland Branch at 804-556-4774.

Goochland Meeting Room, Goochland Branch

Family Storytime- Goochland Branch

Enjoy a fun time with books, signing, rhymes, and much more! For ages 0-5 with caregiver.

Goochland Meeting Room, Goochland Branch

Family Storytime- Montpelier Branch

Spend some time reading great books, singing songs, playing games, creating crafts, and interacting with friends! Ages 0 to 5 with a caregiver.For more information or questions about this program or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact a......More

Spend some time reading great books, singing songs, playing games, creating crafts, and interacting with friends! Ages 0 to 5 with a caregiver.For more information or questions about this program or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Montpelier Branch at 804-883-5117.

Creative Commons, Montpelier Branch

Tea Blending

For ages 18 & upCome learn about tea blending and create your own fall blend at the library. For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Mechanicsville Branch at 804-746-9615.

Mechanicsville Meeting Room A (Kitchenette Side), Mechanicsville Meeting Room B (Monitor Side), Mechanicsville Branch

Let's Play Games!

For ages 18 and upGrab a friend and join us weekly for a fun day of board and card games! We provide the games but you can also bring your favorite to share.For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact ask@pamunkeylibrary......More

For ages 18 and upGrab a friend and join us weekly for a fun day of board and card games! We provide the games but you can also bring your favorite to share.For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Goochland Branch at 804-556-4774.

Goochland Meeting Room, Goochland Branch

Play Mahjongg!

Come play Mahjongg with your friends every Thursday at the Rockville branch! Novices and established players welcome. Established players please bring your own set and cards if you have them. For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, ......More

Come play Mahjongg with your friends every Thursday at the Rockville branch! Novices and established players welcome. Established players please bring your own set and cards if you have them. For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Cochrane Rockville branch at 804-749-3146.

Rockville Meeting Room A (Kitchenette Side), Rockville Meeting Room B, Rockville Branch

Teen Hangout

Students from 6th graders to 12th graders (ages 12-18) are welcome to attend Teen Hangout after school from 4:00pm to 5:30pm. Staff will supervise Teen Hangout, and some activities/games will be provided. No registration required, drop in whenever you'd like! For more i......More

Students from 6th graders to 12th graders (ages 12-18) are welcome to attend Teen Hangout after school from 4:00pm to 5:30pm. Staff will supervise Teen Hangout, and some activities/games will be provided. No registration required, drop in whenever you'd like! For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Mechanicsville Branch Library at 804-746-9615.

Mechanicsville Meeting Room A (Kitchenette Side), Mechanicsville Branch

DND for Kids

Ages 6-12 Come join Atlee library in the kids dnd group! Level 1 CharactersRegistration required.For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Atlee Branch Library at 804-559-0654.

Atlee Carrie Crenshaw Timberlake Conference Room, Atlee Branch

Yarnworks

For adults and teens.Join fellow yarn lovers the first and third Thursday of every month for knitting, crocheting, and conversation. All levels of experience are welcome and invited to attend. For more information or if you have a special physical or communication ne......More

For adults and teens.Join fellow yarn lovers the first and third Thursday of every month for knitting, crocheting, and conversation. All levels of experience are welcome and invited to attend. For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Ashland Branch at (804)798-4072.

Ashland Meeting Room B (Projector Side), Ashland Branch

Mad about Mahjong!

Looking for experienced players to play with? Come join other Mahjong enthusiasts in playing the cultural tile game every other Friday at the Ashland Library!For more information or questions about this program or if you have a special physical or communication need, pl......More

Looking for experienced players to play with? Come join other Mahjong enthusiasts in playing the cultural tile game every other Friday at the Ashland Library!For more information or questions about this program or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Ashland Branch at 804-798-4072.

Ashland Meeting Room B (Projector Side), Ashland Branch

Toddler/Preschool Storytime- Goochland Branch

Come enjoy books, music, fingerplays, and much more at storytime! For ages 2-5 with a caregiver.

Goochland Branch

Family Storytime- Rockville Branch

Enjoy a fun time with books, signing, rhymes, and much more! Family storytime is for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers.

Rockville Meeting Room A (Kitchenette Side), Rockville Meeting Room B, Rockville Branch

A Is For Artists

Best for ages 3-6.What kind of art do you like? Are you familiar with artists like Van Gogh or Monet? How about Kusama or Mondrian? Do you know you can paint with bubble wrap, trucks, potato mashers?A is for Artists is a four-part art series that will be offered once a......More

Best for ages 3-6.What kind of art do you like? Are you familiar with artists like Van Gogh or Monet? How about Kusama or Mondrian? Do you know you can paint with bubble wrap, trucks, potato mashers?A is for Artists is a four-part art series that will be offered once a month at the Goochland Branch. It has been designed especially with preschoolers in mind. Each class will focus on the style of a famous artist. We will also enjoy exploring art techniques and using different tools. Join us as we get creative and a bit messy!For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Goochland Branch at 804-556-4774.

Goochland Meeting Room, Goochland Branch

Baby Play Time

Ages 0-2.Enjoy some brain building play time with your baby or toddler. Meet other parents and caregivers while you watch your babies and toddlers play and socialize in our children's programming room. Early literacy toys will be provided.For more information or if yo......More

Ages 0-2.Enjoy some brain building play time with your baby or toddler. Meet other parents and caregivers while you watch your babies and toddlers play and socialize in our children's programming room. Early literacy toys will be provided.For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Atlee Library at 804-.559-0654.

Atlee Branch

Family Storytime- Hanover Branch

Enjoy a fun time with books, signing, rhymes, and much more! Family storytime is for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers.

Hanover Meeting Room, Hanover Branch

Acorn Picture Frame

For ages 18 & upVisit the library and make a decorative fall acorn picture frame. While supplies last! For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Mechanicsville Branch at 804-746-9615.

Mechanicsville Meeting Room A (Kitchenette Side), Mechanicsville Meeting Room B (Monitor Side), Mechanicsville Branch

Ashland Bridge Club

The Ashland Bridge Club is for players with a basic knowledge of and skill in playing Bridge. The club plays most Friday afternoons. Contact Joe Mattys at [email protected] for more information and to sign up. Registration is required.For more information or if you have a......More

The Ashland Bridge Club is for players with a basic knowledge of and skill in playing Bridge. The club plays most Friday afternoons. Contact Joe Mattys at [email protected] for more information and to sign up. Registration is required.For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Ashland Branch Library at 804-798-4072.

Ashland Meeting Room A (Kitchenette Side), Ashland Meeting Room B (Projector Side), Ashland Branch

Chess at Atlee

Want to learn or teach chess? This is a program to allow beginners to meet up, play, and potentially get peer to peer teaching. All levels welcome.For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or c......More

Want to learn or teach chess? This is a program to allow beginners to meet up, play, and potentially get peer to peer teaching. All levels welcome.For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Atlee Branch Library at 804-559-0654.

Creative Commons, Atlee Branch

Teen Hangout

Students from 6th graders to 12th graders (ages 12-18) are welcome to attend Teen Hangout after school from 4:00pm to 5:30pm. Staff will supervise Teen Hangout, and some activities/games will be provided. No registration required, drop in whenever you'd like! For more i......More

Students from 6th graders to 12th graders (ages 12-18) are welcome to attend Teen Hangout after school from 4:00pm to 5:30pm. Staff will supervise Teen Hangout, and some activities/games will be provided. No registration required, drop in whenever you'd like! For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Mechanicsville Branch Library at 804-746-9615.

Mechanicsville Meeting Room A (Kitchenette Side), Mechanicsville Branch

Medicare 101

Your roadmap to making informed healthcare decisions starts here! Come by for a recurring series that will help to demystify and detail the benefits of medicare. Presented by Beth Lang, an independent benefits advisor.Ages 18 & up.For more information or if you have a s......More

Your roadmap to making informed healthcare decisions starts here! Come by for a recurring series that will help to demystify and detail the benefits of medicare. Presented by Beth Lang, an independent benefits advisor.Ages 18 & up.For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Mechanicsville Branch Library at 804-746-9615.

Mechanicsville Meeting Room A (Kitchenette Side), Mechanicsville Meeting Room B (Monitor Side), Mechanicsville Branch

T-Rex Tea Party

Best for ages 3-8.It's finally November, and the Goochland Branch's dinosaurs are ready to have a party! After a brief story, we will have music, games, crafts, and more. Feel free to wear dino shirts or fun party attire. We'll definitely have a roaring good time!Light ......More

Best for ages 3-8.It's finally November, and the Goochland Branch's dinosaurs are ready to have a party! After a brief story, we will have music, games, crafts, and more. Feel free to wear dino shirts or fun party attire. We'll definitely have a roaring good time!Light refreshments provided by Friends of the Goochland Library.For more information or questions about this program or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Goochland Branch at (804)556-4774.

Goochland Meeting Room, Goochland Branch

Atlee Saturday Bridge Club

Ages 18 & up. Every second Saturday the Atlee Bridge Group meets to play Social Rubber Bridge. Levels from beginner to intermediate. For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Atlee Br......More

Ages 18 & up. Every second Saturday the Atlee Bridge Group meets to play Social Rubber Bridge. Levels from beginner to intermediate. For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Atlee Branch Library at 804-559-0654.

Atlee Meeting Room, Atlee Branch

Family Storytime- Atlee Branch

Enjoy a fun time with books, signing, rhymes, and much more! Family storytime is for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers.

Atlee Branch

Black Light Bingo

Get ready for a glowing good time with Blacklight Bingo! Ages 13 and registration required. For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Montpelier Branch Library at 804-883-5117.

Montpelier Meeting Room, Montpelier Branch

Dino Party

It's Dinovember so party like the Dinosaurs do with some fun Dino games, music, and snacks.All Ages.For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Atlee Branch Library at 804-559-0654.

Atlee Meeting Room, Atlee Branch

Preschool Storytime- Atlee Branch

Come enjoy books, music, fingerplays, and much more at preschool storytime! For ages 3-5 with a caregiver.

Atlee Branch

Mother Goose Storytime- Ashland Branch

Mother Goose is a storytime for children age 6 to 24 months and their caregivers. We have fun with nursery rhymes, singing and reading.

Ashland Meeting Room A (Kitchenette Side), Ashland Meeting Room B (Projector Side), Ashland Branch

Hula Dancing Class

Exercise your brain and body as you learn about hula dancing and culture at the Mechanicsville Branch Library! Ages 18 & up. For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Mechanicsville B......More

Exercise your brain and body as you learn about hula dancing and culture at the Mechanicsville Branch Library! Ages 18 & up. For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Mechanicsville Branch Library at 804-746-9615.

Mechanicsville Meeting Room A (Kitchenette Side), Mechanicsville Meeting Room B (Monitor Side), Mechanicsville Branch

Baby Parachute Play

Ages 0-2.Enjoy Mother Goose Storytime, then stay and play with the parachute. Nothing is better than baby belly laughs! Registration not required, but register for a reminder.For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact ......More

Ages 0-2.Enjoy Mother Goose Storytime, then stay and play with the parachute. Nothing is better than baby belly laughs! Registration not required, but register for a reminder.For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Ashland Branch Library at 804-798-4072.

Ashland Meeting Room A (Kitchenette Side), Ashland Meeting Room B (Projector Side), Ashland Branch

Mother Goose Storytime- Atlee Branch

Mother Goose is a storytime for children age 6 to 24 months and their caregivers. We have fun with nursery rhymes, singing and reading.

Atlee Branch

Bridge Club

For ages 18 & up The Goochland Bridge Club is for those that want to learn how to play or those with a basic knowledge of the game. All are welcome! For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or......More

For ages 18 & up The Goochland Bridge Club is for those that want to learn how to play or those with a basic knowledge of the game. All are welcome! For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Goochland Branch at 804-556-4774.

Goochland Meeting Room, Goochland Branch

Teen Hangout

Students from 6th graders to 12th graders (ages 12-18) are welcome to attend Teen Hangout after school from 4:00pm to 5:30pm. Staff will supervise Teen Hangout, and some activities/games will be provided. No registration required, drop in whenever you'd like! For more i......More

Students from 6th graders to 12th graders (ages 12-18) are welcome to attend Teen Hangout after school from 4:00pm to 5:30pm. Staff will supervise Teen Hangout, and some activities/games will be provided. No registration required, drop in whenever you'd like! For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Mechanicsville Branch Library at 804-746-9615.

Mechanicsville Meeting Room A (Kitchenette Side), Mechanicsville Branch

The American Revolution through Native Eyes

For adults and teens.How did Native Americans feel about the American Revolution? Were they aligned with the colonists who wanted independence? Were they focused primarily on their own civil wars? Or were they neutral parties, siding with neither the revolutionaries ......More

For adults and teens.How did Native Americans feel about the American Revolution? Were they aligned with the colonists who wanted independence? Were they focused primarily on their own civil wars? Or were they neutral parties, siding with neither the revolutionaries nor the British monarchy? In anticipation of the celebration of the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution in 2026, come learn how some of North America's earliest inhabitants felt about the Revolution in a short film developed by The Great Courses entitled, "The American Revolution through Native Eyes." For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Ashland Branch at (804)798-4072.

Ashland Meeting Room A (Kitchenette Side), Ashland Meeting Room B (Projector Side), Ashland Branch

Medicare 101

Your roadmap to making informed healthcare decisions starts here! Come by for a recurring series that will help to demystify and detail the benefits of medicare. Presented by Beth Lang, an independent benefits advisor.Ages 18 & up.For more information or if you have a s......More

Your roadmap to making informed healthcare decisions starts here! Come by for a recurring series that will help to demystify and detail the benefits of medicare. Presented by Beth Lang, an independent benefits advisor.Ages 18 & up.For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Mechanicsville Branch Library at 804-746-9615.

Mechanicsville Meeting Room A (Kitchenette Side), Mechanicsville Branch

Mystery Book Club

For ages 18 . We're exploring the genre of mysteries! Come and join our reading adventure. You'll have thoughts to share, and we're here for it! Registration required.Our November read is: The Last Child, by John HartRefreshments provided by Friends of the Montpelier B......More

For ages 18 . We're exploring the genre of mysteries! Come and join our reading adventure. You'll have thoughts to share, and we're here for it! Registration required.Our November read is: The Last Child, by John HartRefreshments provided by Friends of the Montpelier Branch Library. For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact [email protected] or call the Montpelier Branch Library at 804-883-5117.

Montpelier Meeting Room, Montpelier Branch