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Mini-Maker Studio is a new creative arts program for the winter and spring months at the Powhatan County Public Library. Join us Saturday mornings January 20, March 17, April 21 and May 19 from 10:30AM - 12:00PM as we explore creative art forms using a variety of materials including wood, fabric, natural materials and clay.
| January 20 | Clothespin friends |
| March 17 | Book character puppets |
| April 21 | Fairy Gardens |
| May 12 | Clay exploration |
Ages 5-12 are welcome. These programs are free and registration is not required. For more information, please contact the Powhatan Public Library at 804-598-5670 or email Caroline Shoenthal at cshoenthal@powhatanlibrary.net
Join us on the fourth Tuesday of the month to enjoy a good movie. All from the community are welcome to attend; however, please note each movie’s rating. Some material may be inappropriate for children. Our next movie will be on April 24th at 11AM.
Join us for a dramedy based on the NYT & USA bestseller by W. Bruce Cameron. Travel through a reincarnated dog’s life as he discovers the purpose he serves in the lives of his owners. This story is told by the dog’s perspective as he finds the meaning of his existence through the many humans he teaches to love and laugh.
April's film is rated PG for thematic elements and some peril. Run time is 120 minutes.
Gru finds himself in the midst of a major identity crisis when he meets his long-lost charming, cheerful, and more successful twin brother Dru. They team up for one last criminal heist and rediscover just how good it feels to be bad. May's film is rated PG for action and rude humor.
Children are welcome to borrow one of our “cars” while they enjoy the movie. PCPL cars will be available on a first come, first served basis, so be sure to arrive on time.
Bingo is sponsored by the Powhatan Friends of the Library and everyone is welcome to play. The game starts at 11AM on May 14th in the large conference room.
Light refreshments and coffee will be served. Players are welcome to bring their own lunch. Make new friends, win prizes and have a good time at the library!
If you enjoy knitting, needlepoint, crocheting, beading, rug hooking, punch needle or cross stitch, then we hope you'll join our monthly meeting at the Powhatan County Public Library. Handcrafters of all ages and experience levels welcome. The Powhatan Handcraft Group meets the third Tuesday of every month at 3:00 PM in the small meeting room.
Please note that no craft will be provided. Bring your project in progress.
TACO is the PCPL's Teen Advisory Creative Organization. TACO meets on Tuesdays every month from 4-6PM to share ideas and create teen displays and events for the library. Winter/spring 2018 meeting dates are January 16, 30, February 6, 20, March 6, 20, April 17, May 1, 15, 29, and June 5.
Please contact Fran McCreight, fmccreight@powhatanlibrary.net with questions regarding TACO.
On the third Wednesday of each month, PCPL will offer an inclusive program for adults with special needs and their caregivers. Each hour-long program will offer something different! Caregivers must remain with attendees during each program.
Tuesdays & Wednesdays at 10:30
Our goal is to provide families with opportunities to introduce children to reading and language in a fun and interactive manner. Storytime attendance helps improve and reinforce early literacy skills.
Family Storytime typically lasts about 45 minutes and includes stories, flannel boards, fingerplays, rhymes, movement, songs and a related craft or activity. Ages 0-Kindergarten welcome.
Please contact Caroline Shoenthal, cshoenthal@powhatanlibrary.net with questions regarding children’s programs.
Zinio Magazines has changed! Zinio has merged with RBDigital to offer you your favorite magazines. You can now access your magazines through the RBDigital app.
The RBDigital app is compatible with Apple and Android devices, as well as Kindle Fire, and can be found in each device's appstore.
You can sign into RBDigital using the same email address and password used for Zinio.
The Zinio for Libraries app will still be available until October 23, 2017, after which you will be asked to change to RBDigital. All of your Zinio magazines will transfer over to RBDigital with you.
Homework Help offers live teachers who can assist students in 3rd - 12th grade with Math, Science, Writing and SAT Prep. Accessible after school in the library or at home with a library card. Login to Literati and look for the words "Homework Help" on the home screen.
Homework Help is available during the school year Monday - Thursday 3:00PM - 9:00PM, and on Saturday 9:00AM - 3:00PM. Homework Help is not available on major holidays.
Book a Librarian Service
Schedule a one-hour appointment with a librarian to assist you with dedicated technology assistance. To book an appointment stop by or call the library at 804-598-5670 or by fill out this online request form.