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 twelve 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
DIY Repurposed Frame Art
Come make a repurposed frame wall decoration with us! This wall art can be used to hang jewelry, photos, or other decorations. It’s the perfect decoration for the rustic farmhouse aesthetic. This workshop is recommended for teens and adults. There is no registration for the workshop. Materials will be supplied for the first 8 participants to arrive, or you are welcome to bring your own materials. Thank you to Jerry’s … Read More
Bird of Prey Demonstration: Rodney’s Raptors
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
David Pippin Flower Arrangement Presentation
David Pippin will be in Amelia to demonstration his floral arrangement techniques. He will be available for questions. About David Pippin: David Pippin was born and raised in Louisa County, Virginia. He graduated from Virginia Tech in 1983 with a Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Education. Prior to founding David Pippin, Inc. in 2000, he worked and became known for his knowledge and creative talents in a variety of horticultural … Read More
Teen Movie Night
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.
Youth Book Club
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
Draw Out Your “Matter”
Join us and graphic novel author, Laura Lee Gulledge, for a creative teen workshop called Draw Out Your “Matter,” a word and art exercise for dealing with your inner critic, expressing your self, and beginning journaling. This event is made for teens and young adults. Pen and paper will be supplied. Registration is not required but recommended: https://forms.gle/Wz5cbL5yDe9ptxFy5 Her website: http://www.whoislauralee.com/work.html
After School Meal Program
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