Certified counselor Patti Atkins leads a small support group for those who have experienced loss. The group is currently full, but may start again with a new group next year. please contact the library at (804) 561-4559 if you have questions or accessibility needs.
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 cold meals for students. Meals 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, meals are only provided for those who are 18 or younger, or who were 18 when the school ... 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! ALF is now streamed on the Amelia Bulletin Monitor's Facebook page.
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!
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 except for holidays, until June.
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
Part 2 What: In part two, we'll show you how to make customized cards for any occasion. We'll be using die-cuts, stamps, and other scrapbooking techniques to make a unique gift card. All materials needed will be supplied, but feel free to bring your own scrapbook paper if there's a pattern you prefer. This event is geared for adults and those with some knowledge of crafting. Register for one or ... 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 cold meals for students. Meals 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, meals are only provided for those who are 18 or younger, or who were 18 when the school ... Read More
