It’s time for 2026 Medicare Open Enrollment! Visit the Medicare Resource Center at the Hamner Library on Tuesday mornings for expert guidance and answers to your questions. Kristen Guerra, a local independent insurance agent, will be on hand to provide one-on-one assistance and a 2026 Plan Review to help you make informed choices about your coverage. 📞 Call the Circulation Desk to RSVP or click the link below to schedule ... Read More
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Discover the benefits of yoga in a supportive and accessible way with our Chair Yoga class. Perfect for all fitness levels, this gentle practice combines seated and standing poses using a chair for balance and support. Focus on improving flexibility, strength, and posture while relieving stress through mindful breathing and slow, deliberate movements. Whether you’re new to yoga, have limited mobility, or simply prefer a low-impact workout, Chair Yoga is ... Read More
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Join the Chess Club! All ages and skill ranges are welcome. Come practice your moves or learn the basics. Various boards are always available. Snacks are sometimes provided, so if you have an allergy, please let the library know in advance. |
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Grief is a universal experience, yet the feelings it brings can be deeply personal, confusing, and overwhelming. These emotions have no set timeline, often lasting far longer than expected. If you’re navigating loss, you don’t have to go through it alone. Consider joining a supportive group of individuals who share similar thoughts and emotions. This group offers a safe space for connection, understanding, and healing. The group is facilitated by ... Read More |
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Our newest book club for middle grade-level readers…or for those who love to read! The club will meet every second Thursday of the month and will listen to the audio book reading if available. Snacks provided. Children under the age of 8 must have adult supervision. Join Us for Storytime & Crafts at the Library! Bring your little ones for a fun-filled storytime featuring engaging tales, followed by a hands-on craft activity! Perfect for young readers and creative minds. No registration required—just drop in and enjoy! 
Open a pack of cards and play a trading card game with the free weekly TCG Pokemon Play club! Snacks are sometimes provided, so please let the Library know in advance if you have an allergy. Thank you! |
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Get into the holiday spirit with a hands-on floral arranging workshop led by Beth Lawrence. Using fresh greenery and live flowers, you’ll create a beautiful holiday arrangement to take home. This program is free. Registration is required. Live greenery will be provided, but please bring your own vase or centerpiece container. To register: https://forms.gle/3xBrtq7aMXC5KFf29 |
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Discover the benefits of yoga in a supportive and accessible way with our Chair Yoga class. Perfect for all fitness levels, this gentle practice combines seated and standing poses using a chair for balance and support. Focus on improving flexibility, strength, and posture while relieving stress through mindful breathing and slow, deliberate movements. Whether you’re new to yoga, have limited mobility, or simply prefer a low-impact workout, Chair Yoga is ... Read More
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Join the Chess Club! All ages and skill ranges are welcome. Come practice your moves or learn the basics. Various boards are always available. Snacks are sometimes provided, so if you have an allergy, please let the library know in advance. |
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Discover valuable tools to help you or your loved ones stay connected and supported. Bonnie Scimone, Lead Community Specialist & Marketing Assistant at VirginiaNavigator, will demonstrate how to navigate VirginiaNavigator.org and its family of sites: SeniorNavigator, disAbilityNavigator, and VeteransNavigator. These online resources are designed to empower older adults, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and their caregivers by providing easy access to local services. With more than 26,000 listings, the directory offers ... Read More |
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Unleash your creativity at our After School Art Studio! Join local middle school art teacher, Carla Terry, for an open-style art session designed for middle and high school students—including homeschoolers. Explore your artistic side using provided materials, or bring your own designs to work on in a supportive, creative environment. Join us on the second Thursday of each month at 6:30 PM at the James L. Hamner Public Library for the Amelia Leadership Forum (ALF)! Each month, a community leader shares their insights and experiences, followed by an open discussion. ALF is a joint project of The Monitor and the library, created to foster community learning and conversation. ✅ Free & open to the public💻 Also live-streamed on The Monitor’s ... Read More |
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Join Us for Storytime & Crafts at the Library! Bring your little ones for a fun-filled storytime featuring engaging tales, followed by a hands-on craft activity! Perfect for young readers and creative minds. No registration required—just drop in and enjoy!
Open a pack of cards and play a trading card game with the free weekly TCG Pokemon Play club! Snacks are sometimes provided, so please let the Library know in advance if you have an allergy. Thank you! |
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Local Author Visit: Rachel & Jordan Arnete: Let’s Go to Kindergarten (Jojo’s Journey Series, Book 1)
Local Author Visit: Rachel & Jordan Arnete: Let’s Go to Kindergarten (Jojo’s Journey Series, Book 1)
Join us for a special story time with local authors Rachel and Jordan Arnete as they share their heartwarming book, Let’s Go to Kindergarten, the first in the Jojo’s Journey series! After the reading, families can enjoy: Book signing with the authors Books available for purchase Coloring sheets created by the author for littles to enjoy Don’t miss this sweet event celebrating local talent and encouraging young readers! Registration not ... Read More |
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Discover the benefits of yoga in a supportive and accessible way with our Chair Yoga class. Perfect for all fitness levels, this gentle practice combines seated and standing poses using a chair for balance and support. Focus on improving flexibility, strength, and posture while relieving stress through mindful breathing and slow, deliberate movements. Whether you’re new to yoga, have limited mobility, or simply prefer a low-impact workout, Chair Yoga is ... Read More
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Join the Chess Club! All ages and skill ranges are welcome. Come practice your moves or learn the basics. Various boards are always available. Snacks are sometimes provided, so if you have an allergy, please let the library know in advance. |
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Join Us for Storytime & Crafts at the Library! Bring your little ones for a fun-filled storytime featuring engaging tales, followed by a hands-on craft activity! Perfect for young readers and creative minds. No registration required—just drop in and enjoy!
Open a pack of cards and play a trading card game with the free weekly TCG Pokemon Play club! Snacks are sometimes provided, so please let the Library know in advance if you have an allergy. Thank you! |
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Kick off the holiday season with a special visit from the Grinch himself! Families are invited to join us for a reading of the classic How the Grinch Stole Christmas. Bring the kids for storytime, photos, and plenty of holiday fun with this beloved holiday character. Free and open to all ages. |
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Get ready for some holiday cheer at Holly Jolly Camp 2.0! 🎁 This year’s camp is a condensed version of our original Holly Jolly Camp for ages 8-13, filled with festive crafts and creative gift-making activities for kids to make and take home. We’ll even have a hot chocolate bar to keep everyone warm and cozy while they craft! ☕✨ This program is presented in cooperation with our friends at ... Read More |
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Discover the benefits of yoga in a supportive and accessible way with our Chair Yoga class. Perfect for all fitness levels, this gentle practice combines seated and standing poses using a chair for balance and support. Focus on improving flexibility, strength, and posture while relieving stress through mindful breathing and slow, deliberate movements. Whether you’re new to yoga, have limited mobility, or simply prefer a low-impact workout, Chair Yoga is ... Read More
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Join the Chess Club! All ages and skill ranges are welcome. Come practice your moves or learn the basics. Various boards are always available. Snacks are sometimes provided, so if you have an allergy, please let the library know in advance. |
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Join Us for Storytime & Crafts at the Library! Bring your little ones for a fun-filled storytime featuring engaging tales, followed by a hands-on craft activity! Perfect for young readers and creative minds. No registration required—just drop in and enjoy!
Open a pack of cards and play a trading card game with the free weekly TCG Pokemon Play club! Snacks are sometimes provided, so please let the Library know in advance if you have an allergy. Thank you! |
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Discover the benefits of yoga in a supportive and accessible way with our Chair Yoga class. Perfect for all fitness levels, this gentle practice combines seated and standing poses using a chair for balance and support. Focus on improving flexibility, strength, and posture while relieving stress through mindful breathing and slow, deliberate movements. Whether you’re new to yoga, have limited mobility, or simply prefer a low-impact workout, Chair Yoga is ... Read More
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Join the Chess Club! All ages and skill ranges are welcome. Come practice your moves or learn the basics. Various boards are always available. Snacks are sometimes provided, so if you have an allergy, please let the library know in advance. |
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Our newest book club for middle grade-level readers…or for those who love to read! The club will meet every second Thursday of the month and will listen to the audio book reading if available. Snacks provided. Children under the age of 8 must have adult supervision. Join Us for Storytime & Crafts at the Library! Bring your little ones for a fun-filled storytime featuring engaging tales, followed by a hands-on craft activity! Perfect for young readers and creative minds. No registration required—just drop in and enjoy!
Open a pack of cards and play a trading card game with the free weekly TCG Pokemon Play club! Snacks are sometimes provided, so please let the Library know in advance if you have an allergy. Thank you! |
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