Saturday Storytime

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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.

Video Game Escape Room (FULL)

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Help save the kingdom from darkness in ‘Aria and the Secret of Light,’ a video game themed escape room! This puzzle escape room kit is designed for children 9-13 in groups of 2-5. Kids will have to complete puzzles save the kingdom and “escape” the digital world. ** Registration is full and we are no longer accepting sign-ups. Sorry for the inconvenience. The escape room kit is designed for small … Read More

Jungle Escape Room: Session 2 (FULL)

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Can you use creativity and teamwork to escape the Wooka Booka Jungle? This puzzle escape room kit is designed for children ages 5-8 in groups of 3-5. Kids will have to complete a scavenger hunt and games to unlock the treasure chest and “escape.” ** Registration is full and we are no longer accepting sign-ups. Sorry for the inconvenience. The escape room kit is designed for small groups, so registration … Read More

Jungle Escape Room: Session 1 (FULL)

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Can you use creativity and teamwork to escape the Wooka Booka Jungle? This puzzle escape room kit is designed for children ages 5-8 in groups of 3-5. Kids will have to complete a scavenger hunt and games to unlock the treasure chest and “escape.” ** Registration is full and we are no longer accepting sign-ups. Sorry for the inconvenience. The escape room kit is designed for small groups, so registration … Read More

Robokai: Learn Robotics (Registration Full)

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This half-day program is led by Robokai of Midlothian, who will be bringing several hands-on activities recommended for kids 7-10 years old. Learn how to build robots and basic coding concepts. Get engaged and drive a robot that you built yourself! Due to limited supplies, registration is required. Registration is full and we are no longer accepting sign-ups. Apologies for any inconvenience.

Rob Westcott Magic Show

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Rob Westcott returns with his magic show! This show will have new tricks, same hilarious magician and the cutest live bunny. It’s fun for the whole family! About Rob Westcott: “I have presented great reading programs at scores of public libraries and schools. I am a CPA with an accounting degree (University of Illinois) and a law degree (Washington University). I have taught courses at middle schools and at the … Read More

Youth Book Club

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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

Holly Jolly Day Camp

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Feeling festive? Join Virginia Cooperative Extension – Amelia and the James L. Hamner Public Library for our 1st annual “Holly Jolly Day Camp” on Thursday, December 21st. Crafts, games, music, hot cocoa- what better way to get in the holiday spirit? For ages 9-11. $5.00 cost per participant. Register today- spots are limited!! Email LK Mondrey at lkm4h22@vt.edu or call 804-561-2481 to reserve your spot or for more information.

After School Meal Program

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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