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
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!
Heather from Brooks Bread Company of Powhatan will lead a class on how to care for sourdough starter and make it into bread. All supplies will be provided for the first ten participants to arrive. Those participants will be able to take those supplies home so they can recreate what they've learned, and take home some fresh bread! The class will take place in Amelia County Parks and Recreation's kitchen, ... 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.
