Unleash your inner artist and explore the magic of color at our Harmonious Color Theory Painting Workshop, led by local school art teacher Carla Terry! Participants will learn how colors work together to create balance and beauty in art, then apply those principles to their very own masterpiece. 🖌️ All ages are welcome!👨👩👧👦 Children 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult (who can join the fun and paint … Read More
Teddy Bear Workshop and Story
Get ready for a magical and memorable experience at our Noah’s Ark Animal Workshop, themed to our “Color Our World” Summer Reading Program! We’ll kick things off with a story time, then each child will bring their own cuddly bear to life! 🐻 Each furry friend kit includes:✨ Fiberfill stuffing🌟 A wish star📜 A birth certificate🎒 A buddy bag to carry your new friend home 🎉 Free and open to … Read More
Two-Day Summer Camp with Amelia 4-H & Cooperative Extension (Ages 5–8)
Calling all young explorers! Join us for a fun and educational two-day summer camp with Amelia 4-H and the Cooperative Extension, specially designed for children ages 5–8. This camp is part of our “Color Our World” Summer Reading Program and is packed with hands-on activities that encourage creativity and discovery! Camp highlights include:🎯 Intro to Archery – age-appropriate and supervised fun🐍 Snake Visit & Presentation – meet a live snake … Read More
DIY Book Page Wreath Craft
Get crafty at the library! Join us for a creative and fun Book Page Wreath workshop led by Wendy Audley, a talented member of the Friends of the Library. 📚 Participants will learn how to transform old book pages into a beautiful, one-of-a-kind wreath — perfect for decorating your home or giving as a gift. 🎨 All materials are provided.👥 Free and open to the first 10 participants.🎟️ Registration recommended … Read More
Children’s Storytime
Join Us for Storytime & Crafts at the Library! Bring your little ones for a fun-filled storytime featuring engaging tales, followed by a hands-on craft activity! Perfect for young readers and creative minds. No registration required—just drop in and enjoy!
Shake Up Your Valentine’s Day Gifts
Make personalized Valentine’s Day gifts for your loved ones! Crafts include salt & pepper shaker couple, decorated cup with candy, and a heart-shaped wreath. Materials will be provided for the first 10 participants to arrive, and everyone after is welcome to stay to learn. Most materials can be found at a dollar store. The workshop will be led by Wendy Audley, a Friends of the Library member and volunteer.
Make an Amelia Themed Tote Bag
Studio Two Three, an art education non-profit based out of Richmond, will show participants how to print an Amelia County map design onto a tote bag that can be taken home. Materials will be provided for the first 20 participants to arrive.
Botanical Watercolor Painting Workshop
***RESCHEDULED FROM JANUARY***Learn how to paint a botanical pattern with watercolors on canvas with local artist and teacher, Michele Hayghe. Materials will be provided for the first 10 participants, and everyone after is welcome to stay to learn. This program is in conjuction with the state library’s Cultivating History traveing display, which will be available for viewing in the library from January 3 – April 15.
Storytime
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!
Cross Stitch Class
Have you wanted to learn how to cross stitch, but didn’t know where to start? Or need to brush up on your skills? In this workshop, Friends of the Library member Wendy Audley will show participants how to cross stitch a patriotic design onto a dish towel. It’s great way to learn how to and what materials are needed to cross stitch. Plus, you get to take home your artwork! … Read More