The Library will offer free boxed cold lunches for students. Boxed lunches will include a vegetable, fruit, carbohydrate, and dairy. These meals are administered by the USDA and the Amelia County Public Schools. We can accommodate dietary restrictions. Participating children do not need to be an enrolled student in an Amelia County School. However, boxed lunches are only provided for those who are 18 or younger, or who were 18 ... Read More
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.
The Library will offer free boxed cold lunches for students. Boxed lunches will include a vegetable, fruit, carbohydrate, and dairy. These meals are administered by the USDA and the Amelia County Public Schools. We can accommodate dietary restrictions. Participating children do not need to be an enrolled student in an Amelia County School. However, boxed lunches are only provided for those who are 18 or younger, or who were 18 ... Read More
A librarian will go over some basic computer skills like how to open and use an internet browser, how to change accessibility settings, and some keyboard shortcuts. Please keep in mind that the Library doesn’t have a computer lab, so if you have your own device, please bring it to follow along. After the class, computers in the library will be available to try out the new skills. Basic questions ... Read More
The Library will offer free boxed cold lunches for students. Boxed lunches will include a vegetable, fruit, carbohydrate, and dairy. These meals are administered by the USDA and the Amelia County Public Schools. We can accommodate dietary restrictions. Participating children do not need to be an enrolled student in an Amelia County School. However, boxed lunches are only provided for those who are 18 or younger, or who were 18 ... Read More
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!
Rotating librarians will read one or two picture books and have an activity afterwards, recommended for ages 2-5 and their families. No registration, repeats every Saturday.
The Library will offer free boxed cold lunches for students. Boxed lunches will include a vegetable, fruit, carbohydrate, and dairy. These meals are administered by the USDA and the Amelia County Public Schools. We can accommodate dietary restrictions. Participating children do not need to be an enrolled student in an Amelia County School. However, boxed lunches are only provided for those who are 18 or younger, or who were 18 ... Read More
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.
The James L. Hamner Public Library Friends of the Library board meets every quarter on the second Tuesday at 6:00pm to discuss organization matters. Meetings are open to the public, with some closed-meeting exceptions.
The Library will offer free boxed cold lunches for students. Boxed lunches will include a vegetable, fruit, carbohydrate, and dairy. These meals are administered by the USDA and the Amelia County Public Schools. We can accommodate dietary restrictions. Participating children do not need to be an enrolled student in an Amelia County School. However, boxed lunches are only provided for those who are 18 or younger, or who were 18 ... Read More
Our newest book club for middle grade-level readers! The club will meet every second Thursday of the month and will listen to the audiobook reading of Eragon. No need to purchase the book, but if you are interested in a personal copy, please contact the library. Snacks provided. Book: Eragon by Christopher Paolini
The Library will offer free boxed cold lunches for students. Boxed lunches will include a vegetable, fruit, carbohydrate, and dairy. These meals are administered by the USDA and the Amelia County Public Schools. We can accommodate dietary restrictions. Participating children do not need to be an enrolled student in an Amelia County School. However, boxed lunches are only provided for those who are 18 or younger, or who were 18 ... Read More
What is ALF? Have questions for your county officials and community leaders? Every month, a leader will hold an open forum to discuss their jobs or duties and answer questions from the community audience. Everyone is welcome to attend this free event!
Come watch a free movie on the Library Lawn! Bring a chair or blanket for seating, and we'll provide the snacks. The movie will be projected on a blow-up screen outdoors. This event is in collaboration with the Amelia County Sheriff's Department, who will be on-site during the movie. Like many of our programs, the movie night is sponsored by the JLHPL Friends of the Library.
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!
Totally Teeny Traveling Farm returns! Come pet a goat, pony, tortoise, bunny, and more! Bring any questions you have about zoo animals and farm life for the Totally Teeny Traveling Farm handler. Visit their website for more information: http://www.totallyteenyfarm.com/index.html
Rotating librarians will read one or two picture books and have an activity afterwards, recommended for ages 2-5 and their families. No registration, repeats every Saturday.
Part 1 What: Join us for part one of the Spring crafting events! We'll show you how to make yarn flower bundles and mosaic glass art on a board. All materials needed will be supplied for participants. This event is for teens and adults. There will be use of glue (and maybe paint) so dress in clothes that you don't mind getting messy with. Part 2 What: In part two, ... Read More
We're joined by the Richmond Bonsai Society for a Bonsai workshop, teaching participants about pruning, wiring, and growing techniques that come from the ancient Japanese art of Bonsai. Participants will get a small evergreen tree to practice on, and will take it home to try growing for themselves. The Bonsai Society members will bring examples and will be available for questions. Due to limited materials, registration is required. Recommended for ... Read More
The Library will offer free boxed cold lunches for students. Boxed lunches will include a vegetable, fruit, carbohydrate, and dairy. These meals are administered by the USDA and the Amelia County Public Schools. We can accommodate dietary restrictions. Participating children do not need to be an enrolled student in an Amelia County School. However, boxed lunches are only provided for those who are 18 or younger, or who were 18 ... Read More
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.
The Library will offer free boxed cold lunches for students. Boxed lunches will include a vegetable, fruit, carbohydrate, and dairy. These meals are administered by the USDA and the Amelia County Public Schools. We can accommodate dietary restrictions. Participating children do not need to be an enrolled student in an Amelia County School. However, boxed lunches are only provided for those who are 18 or younger, or who were 18 ... Read More
The Library will offer free boxed cold lunches for students. Boxed lunches will include a vegetable, fruit, carbohydrate, and dairy. These meals are administered by the USDA and the Amelia County Public Schools. We can accommodate dietary restrictions. Participating children do not need to be an enrolled student in an Amelia County School. However, boxed lunches are only provided for those who are 18 or younger, or who were 18 ... Read More
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!
Celebrate Earth Day and help us beautify the Hamner Public Library! Volunteers of all ages welcome. Log volunteer hours for organizations or school for planting flowers and shrubs, mulching, landscaping, soil quality testing, making bird feeders & pollinator homes, and more! We’ll also have educational nature stations for kids, and seeds to take home while supplies last. Bring your gardening gloves! This program is in collaboration with the Amelia County ... Read More
Join us and Sophia the READ-trained dog for a special monthly storytime! Sophia's owner will read a story book, followed by a craft or an activity. These storytimes are suggested for children 2-5 years old.
The Library will offer free boxed cold lunches for students. Boxed lunches will include a vegetable, fruit, carbohydrate, and dairy. These meals are administered by the USDA and the Amelia County Public Schools. We can accommodate dietary restrictions. Participating children do not need to be an enrolled student in an Amelia County School. However, boxed lunches are only provided for those who are 18 or younger, or who were 18 ... Read More
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.
The Library will offer free boxed cold lunches for students. Boxed lunches will include a vegetable, fruit, carbohydrate, and dairy. These meals are administered by the USDA and the Amelia County Public Schools. We can accommodate dietary restrictions. Participating children do not need to be an enrolled student in an Amelia County School. However, boxed lunches are only provided for those who are 18 or younger, or who were 18 ... Read More
The Library will offer free boxed cold lunches for students. Boxed lunches will include a vegetable, fruit, carbohydrate, and dairy. These meals are administered by the USDA and the Amelia County Public Schools. We can accommodate dietary restrictions. Participating children do not need to be an enrolled student in an Amelia County School. However, boxed lunches are only provided for those who are 18 or younger, or who were 18 ... Read More
All are welcome to join the Indigenous Studies Group each week for meaningful discussion on the heritage and culture surrounding Indigenous peoples of the United States and beyond. Sometimes the group hosts presenters for further studying and research. Tea is provided. This group started as the Book Club, and in 2024 rebranded and changed direction due to collective participant interest.
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!
Rotating librarians will read one or two picture books and have an activity afterwards, recommended for ages 2-5 and their families. No registration, repeats every Saturday.
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.
All are welcome to join the Indigenous Studies Group each week for meaningful discussion on the heritage and culture surrounding Indigenous peoples of the United States and beyond. Sometimes the group hosts presenters for further studying and research. Tea is provided. This group started as the Book Club, and in 2024 rebranded and changed direction due to collective participant interest.
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!
Rotating librarians will read one or two picture books and have an activity afterwards, recommended for ages 2-5 and their families. No registration, repeats every Saturday.
