Friends of the Library Monthly Book Sale at Porter: 1/2 Priced Day

Come to Porter's monthly sale for a wide selection of books and more! Full Price: July 5 Half Price: July 7-8 $3 a Bag: July 9-10

Friends of the Library Monthly Book Sale at Porter: $3/bag Day

Come to Porter's monthly sale for a wide selection of books and more! Full Price: July 5 Half Price: July 7-8 $3 a Bag: July 9-10

Mahjong Players Club

Experienced and beginner players welcome.

Stuffed Animal Sleepover: Pick Up

Drop off your favorite stuffie and see what they get up to when the library closes at night! Stuffed friends will be supervised and kept safe from harm overnight while they play and make new friends.

Frances Benjamin Johnston and 20th-Century Photography of Falmouth and Fredericksburg

Frances Benjamin Johnston was one of the most important American photographers in the early 20th century, having organized several large comprehensive photographic surveys of historic buildings and sites in America, including Fredericksburg. Presented by Connie Hilker,......More

Frances Benjamin Johnston was one of the most important American photographers in the early 20th century, having organized several large comprehensive photographic surveys of historic buildings and sites in America, including Fredericksburg. Presented by Connie Hilker, Stafford County Historical Society.

ELL Resources on Demand

Get the most out of your library. Learn about ELL (English Language Learner) resources and how to use them, tour the library, and discover the services available to you free of charge. Contact the ......More

Get the most out of your library. Learn about ELL (English Language Learner) resources and how to use them, tour the library, and discover the services available to you free of charge. Contact the Porter Adult Research Desk to sign up. 540-372-1144 ext. 7339

English Conversation Group

Practice speaking English in a relaxed atmosphere.

Bullet Journaling

Bring a bullet journal to create, plan, and organize goals or hobbies with fellow enthusiasts. Some supplies provided.

Books & Wine: The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store by James McBride

2nd Mondays. Grab your favorite beverage and enjoy this month's book selection. July 14: The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store by James McBride

Mother Goose Time

Specially trained staff present stories, songs, and activities that lay the foundation your child needs to get ready to read. For children and their caregivers.

Toddler Time

Specially trained staff present stories, songs, and activities that lay the foundation your child needs to get ready to read. For children and their caregivers.

Imagination Station

Join teen mentors for an hour of arts and crafts! Grades K-6.

Mahjong Players Club

Experienced and beginner players welcome.

Preschool Time

Specially trained staff present stories, songs, and activities that lay the foundation your child needs to get ready to read. For children and their caregivers.

Grow a Reader Special Series: Feeling Ready (Porter Branch)

Help your child transition to school with this interactive storytime series focused on social-emotional skills.

Alphabet Soup

Specially trained staff present stories, songs, and activities that lay the foundation your child needs to get ready to read. For children and their caregivers. June 13 is a special holiday themed class. See them ......More

Specially trained staff present stories, songs, and activities that lay the foundation your child needs to get ready to read. For children and their caregivers. June 13 is a special holiday themed class. See them here.

Local Author Signing: The Adventures of Trollee and Alice

Book Description On a trip to the playground with Trollee, a marshmallow-loving troll, and Periwinkle, a naughty dragon, Alice confronts bullies, discovers optimism during a volcanic eruption in the library, harvests valuable lessons about integrity at the farm, and e......More

Book Description On a trip to the playground with Trollee, a marshmallow-loving troll, and Periwinkle, a naughty dragon, Alice confronts bullies, discovers optimism during a volcanic eruption in the library, harvests valuable lessons about integrity at the farm, and exhibits the power of imagination at the art museum! Author Bio Jacquelene D’Amico is a devoted mom to three children who share her love for stories and snacks. As the founder of Smart Cookies Education Services, she enjoys helping young minds discover the magic of reading. Inspired by family adventures, this is Jacquelene’s debut children’s book.

Fabulous Friday: Sun Wukong, Legendary Monkey King

Games, activities, and more. Grades K-6.

Plant Clinic in the S.E.R.V.E. Garden

Join the Virginia Master Gardeners to learn about Porter Branch's garden for S.E.R.V.E., Stafford's food pantry, and ask general gardening questions.