Libraries closed for the Independence Day holiday

All locations closed on Thursday July 4th for the Independence Day holiday Our libraries will be closed for the Independence Day holiday on July 4, 2024. Items may be returned via the book slots near the entry door at each location. Eligible items renew automatically. Need something now?  Our downloadables page offers access to over 1.5 million items you can borrow now. If you need a PIN# when registering, please ... Read More

Toddler Time

Wilderness Branch Library 6421 Flat Run Road, Locust Grove

Toddler Time is a 20-minute program for ages 18 months to 3 years and consists of stories, songs, and activities to build pre-literacy and listening skills.

Preschool Storytime

Wilderness Branch Library 6421 Flat Run Road, Locust Grove

  Preschool Storytime is for ages 3-6  and consists of a 30-45 minute program of stories, music, and a craft.

A Visit to Deckawoo Drive with Mercy Watson and Kate DiCamillo – Virtual author talk for kids K-2

Virtual

Join us for a visit to Deckawoo Drive with everyone’s favorite adventure loving pig, Mercy Watson! Newbery Medal winning author Kate DiCamillo will be sharing the stories behind the creation of her early chapter book series, the original Mercy Watson, and the follow up series, Tales from Deckawoo Drive. We will also be celebrating the publication of the final book in the Mercy Watson series! Mercy is selfish and impulsive, ... Read More

Free

Family Performance: Science Heroes Adventure of the Lost Treasure

Locust Grove Middle School 6368 Flat Run Rd, Locust Grove, VA, United States

Join Science Heroes on a treasure-hunting adventure deep within the jungle! Along the way, the audience helps the performer conduct exciting science experiments that bring this story to life! Experiment with chemical reactions, air pressure, physical explosions, and more! Don’t miss this exciting and interactive STEM learning adventure!   A spectacular show designed to amaze and entertain audiences of all ages!

Author Talk by Alice Martin: “Pathways to Publishing Writing, Pitching, Selling a Book”

Gordonsville Library 319 N. Main Street, Gordonsville, VA, United States

  The Gordonsville Friends of the Library Present: Author Talk by Alice Martin "Pathways to Publishing" Writing, Pitching, Selling a Book Tuesday July 9th 7:00 p.m. Gordonsville Branch Library 319 N. Main St. Gordonsville, VA 22942 Ms. Martin will discuss the publishing pathways available to fiction and creative nonfiction writers at every stage of their development.  She will cover everything from independent publishing and small presses to how to get ... Read More

Free
Event Series Toddler Time

Toddler Time

Main Library 146A Madison Road, Orange, VA, United States

  Toddler Time is a 20-minute program for ages 18 months to 3 years and consists of stories, songs, and activities to build pre-literacy and listening skills.    

Preschool Storytime

Main Library 146A Madison Road, Orange, VA, United States

  Preschool Storytime is for ages 3-6  and consists of a 30-45 minute program of stories, music, and a craft.

Family Performance: Science Heroes Adventure of the Lost Treasure

Gordon Barbour Elementary 500 W Baker St, Gordonsville, VA, United States

  Join Science Heroes on a treasure-hunting adventure deep within the jungle! Along the way, the audience helps the performer conduct exciting science experiments that bring this story to life! Experiment with chemical reactions, air pressure, physical explosions, and more! Don’t miss this exciting and interactive STEM learning adventure!  

Family Performance: Science Heroes Adventure of the Lost Treasure

Orange Elementary School 230 Montevista Ave, Orange, VA, United States

Join Science Heroes on a treasure-hunting adventure deep within the jungle! Along the way, the audience helps the performer conduct exciting science experiments that bring this story to life! Experiment with chemical reactions, air pressure, physical explosions, and more! Don’t miss this exciting and interactive STEM learning adventure!