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Virtual author event Graphic Novels are Life! Telling Your Own Story in a Graphic Novel with Dan Santat (5th-8th Grade)

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Dan Santat, A First Time for Everything, Tuesday, July 30th (5th-8th Grade)   Join this year’s winner of the National Book Award for Young People's Literature, Dan Santat, as he inspires tweens and teens to tell their own stories through graphic novels. His winning book, A First Time for Everything, is a graphic memoir based on his own awkward middle school years and the trip to Europe that changed his ... Read More

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Craft a cool “ice-cream cone” garland at the Main Library

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

Ice Cream Garland in-person craft program Join Robin for this in-person adult craft program. Participation is limited to the first 12 people to register for the craft. You may register in person at the Main Library or by calling (540) 672-3811. All supplies are provided and the program is free of charge.

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Adults can craft a cool “ice-cream cone” garland at the Wilderness Branch Library

Wilderness Branch 6421 Flat Run Rd., Locust Grove, VA, United States

Ice Cream Garland in-person craft program Join us for this in-person adult (18 & over) craft program. Participation is limited to 12 participants. You may register in person at the Wilderness Branch Library or by calling (540) 661-5434. All supplies are provided and the program is free of charge. This program is not meant for organized groups.

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Your All Access Pass Behind the Scenes at the Space Station with Smithsonian Curator Dr. Jennifer Levasseur

Virtual

You’re invited to virtually step inside one of the greatest international achievements with a behind-the-scenes guide to space exploration with the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum curator Dr. Jennifer Levasseur. Revealing a new perspective into the world of space exploration and the daring astronauts who make it possible, Dr. Levasseur will guide you through the Smithsonian’s Behind the Scenes at the Space Station and take you on a once-in-a-lifetime virtual tour ... Read More

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Online Virtual Program: The Golden Ticket to College Admissions Is Not What You Think: Redefining Success for Parents of Teens with Irena Smith, PhD

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The Golden Ticket to College Admissions Is Not What You Think: Redefining Success for Parents of Teens with Irena Smith, PhD Another college application season is around the corner, and stress is already beginning to ratchet up for teens and their parents. You’re invited to join us for this must-watch talk by Irena Smith, PhD. You will hear about constructive and healthy ways to approach the college application process, preserve ... Read More

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Craft a cool “ice-cream cone” garland at the Gordonsville Library

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

Ice Cream Garland in-person craft program Join Sinead for this in-person adult craft program. Participation is limited to the first 15 people to register for the craft. You may register in person at the Gordonsville Branch Library or by calling (540) 832-0712 All supplies are provided and the program is free of charge.

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Online Author Event: An Exploration of Friendship, Reckoning, and Hope with novelist Shelby Van Pelt

We invite you to join us as we chat with the amazing New York Times bestselling author Shelby Van Pelt about her beloved novel Remarkably Bright Creatures. You don’t want to miss this deep-dive exploration of friendship, reckoning, hope, and so much more! Remarkably Bright Creatures is a luminous debut novel about a widow’s unlikely friendship with a giant Pacific octopus reluctantly residing at the local aquarium—and the truths she finally uncovers about her ... Read More

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Wilderness Library Closed due to ongoing water issues

Wilderness Branch 6421 Flat Run Rd., Locust Grove, VA, United States

The Wilderness Branch Library will be closed Sat. Aug. 24th due to the ongoing water issues with the Rapidan Services Authority in the area. We apologize for the inconvenience and plan to re-open as soon as the situation has been deemed safe. The Main and Gordonsville Branches will be open on Saturday.

Libraries closed for the Labor Day holiday

All three libraries

All three libraries will be closed on Mon. Sept. 22, 2024 for the Labor Day holiday Items may be returned into the book slots next to the entry doors at each location. Eligible items will renew automatically and if they do not, remember we are fine free. Need it now?  Check our downloadables page for over 1.5 million items that you can borrow from wherever using your OCPL card. Need ... Read More

Event Series Library Bingo – pick up a card and complete activities by 10-31

Library Bingo for Adults – pick up a card and complete activities by 10-31

Gordonsville Library 319 N. Main Street, Gordonsville, VA, United States +2 more

Celebrate the coming of fall with library bingo! Pick up your bingo card starting Sept. 9th and play through Oct. 31st. Choose your activities and get each stamped by our staff as you complete them. A Bingo! earns you bragging rights, a small prize, and entry for a larger prize at your branch. 2 participants at each branch will win a custom book themed thermal cup and tote bag.

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Event Series Toddler Time

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.