See a live bird of prey demonstration by “Birdman” Rodney of Rodney’s Raptors, Inc. Rodney is a conservationist, author of Bird Brother: A Falconer’s Journey and the Healing Power of Wildlife, and one of the few Black falconers in America. Rodney’s Raptors, Inc. is based in Charlotte Court House, VA. To learn more about Rodney’s Raptors, Inc., visit their website at https://www.birdmanrodney.com/about/biography-bird-brother **Registration COMING SOON!** Due to limited space, registrations … Read More
John Meyer: Author & Historian Talk
Author and historical John Meyers will be visiting for a free author talk and book signing. His book, Silver, is a historical novel set in Amelia County, VA during the last year of the Civil War and the first years of Reconstruction. It tells the story of two teenagers: a white boy and a black girl, who together must figure out how to grow up and find their way in … Read More
Mark Wilcox: Author & Historian Talk
Author, historian, and Richmond National Battlefield Park ranger Mark Wilcox will visit the Library for an author talk about his newest book. Copies of the book will be available for purchase after the program (cash or check only). No registration. “All That Can Be Expected, The Battle of Camden and the British High Tide in the South, August 16, 1780 explores the fateful Revolutionary War battle of Camden in South … Read More
Use Your Words: A Writing Workshop
Join Library Director and librarian Kat Spears for an exploratory workshop on writing fiction. This session will include original writing from prompts, character development, and tips for effective editing. Pens and notebooks will be supplied. Register by calling the Hamner Public Library at (804) 561-4559 or by signing up at https://forms.gle/dN5ay43qf1UjVRgq5
Author Visit: Melinda C. McCall
Join the Hamner Public Library and Dr. Melina G. McCall for a local author talk! Dr. McCall is an author and rural veterinarian in Virginia. Her book, Driving Home Naked: and Other Misadventures of a Country Veterinarian is described as “a wild ride with Dr. Melinda as she takes you along on her adventures as a large animal veterinarian in rural Virginia. No two days are alike as she skillfully … Read More