Play card and board games at the library every first Wednesday of the month! Bring your friends and family, or come to meet new people. There will be plenty of games to choose from, including Uno, Sorry!, Scrabble, and much more, or bring your own games. Everyone is welcome! Snacks provided by the Friends of the James L. Hamner Public Library.
Come for a picture book reading and craft or activity, recommended for children 1-6 years old. Rotating librarians and guest readers will do storytime every Friday, except for holidays or library closures. Sophia the READ dog will be here once a month. Other guest readers will be announced on our Facebook and Instagram pages. We hope to see you there!
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!
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 Book Club! Each meeting, the group will listen to an audiobook chapter together, so there is no need to purchase the book. The book is Black Earth Wisdom by Leah Penniman, a collection of essays by Black authors that explore their scientific and spiritual collection to nature. Callie Walker will lead the group in meaningful discussions.Light refreshments are provided by the library. Please contact ... 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
Come for a picture book reading and craft or activity, recommended for children 1-6 years old. Rotating librarians and guest readers will do storytime every Friday, except for holidays or library closures. Sophia the READ dog will be here once a month. Other guest readers will be announced on our Facebook and Instagram pages. We hope to see you there!
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!
Barefoot Puppet Theatre returns with a new interactive puppet show for families called "Can't Catch Me!" Did you know that the Barefoot Puppet group makes their own puppets, sets, and stories? Children are invited to join a DIY "Emoji Puppet" workshop where they will created their own puppet to take home! The workshop begins after the show and will last about 50 minutes. Please register for the workshop by clicking ... 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.
