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BEYOND BOOKS YOUR GUIDE TO PROGRAMS, CLASSES & EVENTS ∙ JANUARY - MAY 2018

Northside Library

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CHECK IT OUT LOCAL VOICES COLLECTION

TABLE OF CONTENTS 02 ∙ Spring Library News 03 ∙ Book Clubs 04 ∙ Early Literacy 05 ∙ Central Library 11 ∙ Crozet Library 17 ∙ Gordon Avenue Library 21 ∙ Greene County Library 24 ∙ Readers Advisory 25 ∙ Louisa County Library 28 ∙ Library Life Hacks 29 ∙ Nelson Memorial Library 33 ∙ Northside Library 40 ∙ Spring Films 41 ∙ Scottsville Library

To support and showcase the creativity of the local community, JMRL has established the Local Voices Collection. Local writers, musicians, and filmmakers are invited to donate their selfpublished or independently-published books, CDs, and DVDs for inclusion in this collection.

If you are the creator of a work you’d like to donate to the Local Voices Collection, find the submission form online at jmrl.org/localvoices.

General Guidelines: Authors/creators will donate one copy of their work to the library. This can be a book, CD, or DVD. The library cannot currently accept donated electronic books or digital files. Donations become the property of JMRL. Authors/creators must have a JMRL library card and must currently reside in JMRL’s jurisdictions.

Item must be bound, published, or professionally produced, within the last five years. (i.e. selfpublished or print-on-demand is fine, but photocopied-and-stapled is not. Spiral or comb bindings are not acceptable. CDs and DVDs must have printed labels, not hand-written.)

For further guidelines visit jmrl.org/localvoices.

JMRL is able to plan and promote events thanks to the generous support of the Friends of the Library.

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SPRING LIBRARY NEWS POEM IN YOUR POCKET DAY Thursday, April 26 Stop by your local library branch and pick out a gift-wrapped poem to carry in your pocket. Unwrap it and read it to yourself, share with someone close, or just tuck it in your pocket for a rainy day.

POETRY CONTEST FOR ADULTS

March 1-31 Submit a poem for a chance to win a prize in this contest sponsored by JMRL in partnership with WriterHouse. Winning entries will be read at Poetry on the Steps on April 26. Ages 18+. For more information, please check jmrl.org in March.

HEALTH LITERACY

January – March Health literacy involves obtaining and understanding basic health information. Learn about healthy living with one of our health literacy programs.

Made possible with a grant by the National Library of Medicine/NIH and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library at UVa.

DIGITAL INCLUSION WEEK

May 7-11 JMRL is taking part in Digital Inclusion Week this year. This week is an opportunity to raise awareness about digital access inequities and nationwide efforts to close those gaps. Visit any JMRL branch in early May to find information about library resources and events that promote digital inclusion.

SAME PAGE 2018 Throughout March FREE COMIC BOOK DAY

Sat May 5

All branches All ages

Once again, the library is partnering with Atlas Comics by handing out free comics.

Stop by to see what's available, while supplies last.

Same Page provides citizens with the opportunity to read and discuss a single book within their community by an author appearing at the Virginia Festival of the Book. JMRL invites all book lovers in Central Virginia to participate in this exciting program that will be held throughout March 2018.

Read Nathan Englander’s What We Talk About When We Talk About Anne Frank, a selection of stories about Jewish experiences. Join your neighbors in exploring issues of the Jewish identity and other themes inspired by the book.

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BOOK CLUBS FOR ADULTS WHERE WHEN

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BROWN BAGGERS Central BOOKS ON TAP Champion MONDAY NIGHT DISCUSSION Crozet WEDNESDAY EVENING DISCUSSION Gordon LITERARY MASTERPIECES

Gordon THURSDAY NIGHT DISCUSSION

Greene TASTINGS COOKBOOK CLUB Louisa TUESDAY EVENING DISCUSSION

Louisa BROWN BAG Nelson BOOKS SANWICHED IN

Northside MYSTERY Northside WEDNESDAY EVENING DISCUSSION

Northside YA NOVELS FOR ADULTS

Northside

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Third Thursdays at 12pm First Thursdays at 7pm Monthly Mondays at 7pm Second Wednesdays at 7:30pm First & Third Fridays at 10am First Thursdays at 7pm Monthly Mondays at 5:30pm Fourth Tuesdays at 7pm Fourth Mondays at 12pm Third Fridays at 12pm Fourth Tuesdays at 1pm Monthly Wednesdays at 7pm Fourth Thursdays at 6:30pm

FOR TEENS WHERE WHEN

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ANIMANGA Central R.A.D. (READ AND DISCUSS) Crozet THE LITERATI Crozet B’TWIXT & B’TWEEN Gordon BIBLIOPHILES Greene BOOK CLUB OF CHAOS Louisa SNACKS & PAPERBACKS Nelson NOVEL CHAT Northside INKLINGS Scottsville

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Third Tuesdays at 4:30pm Various Tuesdays at 6:30pm Jan 30 & Mar 20 at 6:30pm Third Wednesdays at 7pm Monthly Wednesdays at 3:30pm Final Wednesdays at 4pm Monthly Tuesdays at 4pm Monthly Mondays at 6:30pm Third Tuesdays at 7pm

FOR TWEENS WHERE WHEN

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SPINE CRACKERS Central YAK & SNACK Crozet BOOK BATCH Gordon RAPUNZELS (FOR GIRLS) Greene SHARKS (FOR BOYS) Greene PAGEMASTERS Northside

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Second Thursdays at 4:15pm March 17 at 2pm Fourth Mondays at 7pm Third Thursdays at 3:30pm Second Thursdays at 3:30pm First Wednesdays at 5pm

FOR KIDS WHERE WHEN

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ZAP! GRAPHIC NOVELS

Central PAGE TURNERS Crozet BOOK BITES Gordon BOOKAROOS Gordon COMPENDIUMS Nelson BOOK BUGS

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Monthly Saturdays at 2pm March 24 at 2pm Fourth Thursdays at 3:30pm Third Thursdays at 3:30pm Final Thursdays at 3:30pm Second Thursdays at 4pm

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EARLY LITERACY FOR BABIES WHERE WHEN P# BABIES & BOOKS MOTHER GOOSE TIME MOTHER GOOSE TIME WEE ONES

Northside Central Gordon Crozet

Thursdays at 1:30pm Mondays at 9:30am Mondays at 11:30am / Tuesdays at 9:30am Wednesdays at 10:30am

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FOR TODDLERS WHERE WHEN P# TALES FOR TWOS

TODDLER TIME

TWOS & THREES TOGETHER TWOS & THREES TOGETHER TWOS & THREES TOGETHER READ & RHYME TIME

Crozet Thursdays at 9:30am 12 Scottsville Wednesdays at 10am 41 Central Mondays at 10:30am 06 Gordon Mondays at 9:30am or Tuesdays at 10:30am 19 Northside Wednesdays at 10:15am & 11:15am 36 Greene Wednesdays at 10:30 22

FOR PRESCHOOLERS WHERE WHEN P# ALPHABET SOUP MONKEY BUSINESS PRESCHOOL PALS READING ROCKS STORIES OUT LOUD STORYBOOK BEAT

Crozet Thursdays at 10:30 15 Gordon Thursdays at 10:30 21 Northside Thursdays at 10:15am & 11:15am 33 Scottsville Wednesdays at 10:30am 37 Nelson Wednesdays at 10:30am 30 Greene Thursdays at 10:30am 24

FOR MULTIPLE AGES WHERE WHEN P# BABY & TODDLER TIME DROP-IN STORIES & MORE READ & RHYME TIME READING RUMPUS ROMP & STOMP SPANISH MOVES WITH ALI TUNES & TALES

Louisa Fridays at 10:30am 26 Gordon Saturdays at 11am 19 Louisa Thursdays at 10:30am 26 Gordon Mondays at 10:30am 19 Central Wednesdays or Thursdays at 10:30am 06 Central Monthly Mondays at 1pm 06 Northside First Saturdays at 10:30am 36

The most important thing you can do to help your child be ready for Kindergarten is reading aloud to them.

JMRL’s 1000 Books Before Kindergarten can help you “Build A Reader.” Stop by any branch to learn more.

WINTER READING PROGRAM SNUGGLE WITH A BOOK

JMRL offers a winter reading program from February 1 to March 1 for children birth to age 5. Read to your child every day and participate with an early literacy activity sheet that you can pick up at any JMRL branch library during the month. When completed, return the activity sheet to the library for a prize.

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CENTRAL LIBRARY

MON: 9-9 TUES: 9-9 WED: 9-9 THUR: 9-9 FRI: 9-5 SAT: 9-5 SUN: 1-5

201 E. MARKET ST ∙ CHARLOTTESVILLE COLOR KEY: ADULTS ∙ TEENS ∙ KIDS ∙ MULTIPLE No registration is required unless otherwise noted.

REGISTER BY PHONE OR ONLINE Call 434.979.7151 or visit jmrl.org.

AROUND THE BRANCH

RECURRING EVENTS

MAKE & TAKE CRAFTS

BOOKS ON TAP

Enjoy crafts but short on time? Stop by the lower level of the Central Library for quick and easy projects to do at your own pace, or take them to go.

JAN: Winter Bookmarks FEB: Valentine’s Cards MAR: Same Page APR: Cut–out Poetry MAY: Draw a Star Wars Character

First Thursdays at 7pm Meets at Champion Brewing Company.

JAN 4: The Call of the Wild by Jack London FEB 1: Black Water Rising by Attica Locke MAR 1: What We Talk About When We Talk About Anne Frank by Nathan Englander APR 5: Ragnarok by A.S. Byatt MAY 3: We the Animals by Justin Torres

ART EXHIBITS

BROWN BAGGERS BOOK CLUB

JAN/FEB: Monticello Bird Club MAR: Same Page

RESOLUTIONS FOR 2018

January 2-31 Now that 2017 is over, what are your future plans, promises and resolutions? Come to the teen area and add your hopes and dreams to our wish tree.

WRAPPED UP IN BOOKS

February 12-18 The Central children’s staff have wrapped up some favorite books with only the first line showing.

Intrigued? Check one out, unwrap it, and find out if the book lives up to its opening line.

FIND THAT POET

April Search and decipher clues to find the lyrical geniuses of YA poetry.

Third Thursdays at 12pm JAN 18: Istanbul by Orhan Pamuk FEB 15: The Underground Railroad

by Colson Whitehead MAR 15: What We Talk About When We Talk About Anne Frank by Nathan Englander APR 19: Hillbilly Elegy by J.D. Vance May 17: The Bad–Ass Librarians of Timbuktu

by Joshua Hammer

WRITING CRITIQUE GROUP

Second & Fourth Wednesdays at 6pm JAN 10 & 24 ∙ FEB 14 & 28 ∙ MAR 14 & 28 ∙ APR 11 & 25 ∙ MAY 9 & 23 Improve your writing with peer feedback. Participants will bring copies of work previously written to share with peers, and will help constructively critique others’ work as well. For more information, contact Abby at acox@jmrl.org or call 979.7151 x4.

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CENTRAL FILM SERIES

Monthly on Thursdays at 7pm JAN 25: Class Divide (2016) FEB 22: I Am Not Your Negro (2016) MAR 29: Everything is Illuminated (2005) APR 26: Bill Frisell: A Portrait (2017)

with Charlottesville Jazz Society MAY 24: Opposable Chums (2008)

TEEN ADVISORY BOARD (TAB)

First Tuesdays at 6:30-7:30pm JAN 2 ∙ FEB 6 ∙ MAR 6 ∙ APR 3 ∙ MAY 1 Share ideas and give feedback to the library by joining the Central Teen Advisory Board. Build your leadership skills and earn volunteer hours by helping to plan activities and events at the library. Grades 6-12. For more information: tbirckhead@jmrl.org.

ANIMANGA BOOK CLUB

Third Tuesdays at 4:30-5:30pm Read and discuss great manga then watch the anime adaptation with other teens. Light snacks provided.

Grades 7-12. Required registration begins December 27. For more information email tbirckhead@jmrl.org.

Free copies of the book for the first 10 to sign up.

TINKERING WITH TECH

Monthly on Wednesdays at 5-5:45pm Kickstart your creativity with the library’s Pop–up Makerspace. Each month will feature several projects focused on STEAM. Not interested in the theme? All MakerSpace supplies are available at every session, so you can create your own project. Ages 10-15.

FEB 14: Fandom Love Buttons MAR 7: Tech Petting Zoo (Ozobot, 3D Pen, etc.)

APR 11: Blackout Poetry Art MAY 9: Felt Friends

SPINE CRACKERS: A TWEEN BOOK CLUB

Second Thursdays at 4:15-5:15pm Ravenous readers are invited to read and discuss a different book each month. Join in fun book–related activities and snacks. Free books will be provided.

Ages 9-12. Required registration is ongoing JAN 11: The Wolf Wilder by Katherine Rundell FEB 8: When You Reach Me by Rebecca Stead MAR 8: Ghost by Jason Reynolds APR 12: The Wild Robot by Peter Brown MAY 10: Boom! by Mark Haddon

JOURNEYS BEREAVEMENT WORKSHOPS

Second Thurdays, Feb-March at 5:30-7pm FEB 8 ∙ MAR 8 Hospice of the Piedmont’s Center for Children offers stand-alone bereavement workshops for families who have experienced a death. Evenings include dinner, seasonal themed activities, and exploration of the thoughts and feelings of grief through creative expression. During the children’s storytime or art activity, adults meet with a bereavement counselor. For families with children ages 3+. Registration required by calling Hospice of the Piedmont at 434.817.6931.

MOTHER GOOSE TIME

Mondays at 9:30am Session 1: JAN 22 – MAR 12 Session 2: APR 2-30 10–15 minutes of simple stories, rhymes, and songs chosen to enhance your wee one’s language development followed by time to play and socialize.

Designed for babies ages birth to 24 months with a caregiver.

TWOS & THREES TOGETHER

Mondays at 10:30am Session 1: JAN 22 – MAR 12 Session 2: APR 2-30 Stories, songs, movement, and fingerplays designed for 2 and 3 year olds with an accompanying adult.

Fun ways to develop early literacy skills by singing, talking, reading, and playing.

ROMP & STOMP

Wednesdays OR Thursdays at 10:30am Session 1: JAN 24 – MAR 1 Session 2: MAR 28 – MAY 3 Play with your preschooler in this lively early literacy class of music, stories, drama, movement, art play and more. For ages 2-5 with a favorite caregiver.

Required registration begins January 2 for Session 1, and March 5 for Session 2. Please only register for either Wednesday or Thursday.

SPANISH MOVES WITH ALI

Monthly on Mondays at 1pm JAN 29 ∙ FEB 26 ∙ MAR 26 ∙ APR 30 ∙ MAY 21 This bilingual session will get kids moving while learning Spanish and enjoying stories and rhymes.

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SATURDAY STORIES

CENTRAL LIBRARY RECURRING EVENTS ZAP!: GRAPHIC NOVEL DISCUSSION

Monthly on Saturdays (except May) at 2-3pm Caregivers and kids devour a graphic novel together, then join us for snacks, activities, and dynamic discussion. Free books will be provided (one book for each pair.) Ages 8-9 with a favorite adult.

Registration is required and is ongoing.

JAN 13: The Dodgeball Chronicles

by Frank Cammuso FEB 10: Secret Coders by Gene Luen Yang MAR 10: Sidekicks by Dan Santat APR 14: Far From Home by Ben Hatke

MINI MAKERS

First Thursdays between 3:30-4:30pm Makers and Creators, drop by in the afternoon to make something fabulous. For all ages with adult help.

JAN 4: Frosty Icicles FEB 1: Rollicking Rocks MAR 1: Toothpick Towers APR 5: Tremendous Tree Trimming MAY 3: Flower Fairy Crowns

LEGO MANIA

Final Thursdays at 4-5pm JAN 25 ∙ FEB 22 ∙ MAR 29 ∙ APR 26 ∙ MAY 31 Do you want to get together with other LEGO-minded people to build great things? All you need to bring is your creativity and natural engineering ability; Central Library will have the building blocks for your next creation. Ages 5+. No younger siblings, please.

SPCA PAWS TO READ

Final Saturdays at 10:30am JAN 27 ∙ FEB 24* ∙ MAR 31 ∙ APR 28 ∙ MAY 26 Stop by for a special storytime treat in the Children’s Room the last Saturday of the month. All families are welcome, including stuffed animals. Please leave strollers by the column at the entrance to the children’s area. *Donuts with Dad will be a specialty storytime offered February 24.

JANUARY PARTY WITH WINNIE THE POOH

Thursday, January 18 at 10:30am Celebrate Winnie the Pooh and his pals on the birthday of their creator, A.A. Milne. The birthday bash will include stories, dancing, and treats.

Ages 2-6.

POWERFUL PICTURE BOOKS

Wednesday, January 31 at 7pm Come together for a special storytime for adults.

Experience a storytime created just for you and let your cares fall away. Engage with the world through a child’s lens and discover the power and insight of picture books.

FEBRUARY #CVILLESTRONG DISCUSSION

Exact date TBA in February #Charlottesville has been trending since last August.

Join this new discussion group to address the issues our community faces. The group will meet occasionally throughout the year. See jmrl.org/central for more details.

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First Saturdays between 2-3pm STUFFED ANIMAL CLINIC JAN 6 ∙ FEB 3 ∙ MAR 3* ∙ APR 7 ∙ MAY 5 Monday, February 5 at 10am-5pm Who has four paws and loves to listen to stories?

ADING PR It’s time for fuzzy friends of all sizes and RE OG descriptions to come to the library Philemone the certified therapy dog, with the ER Charlottesville Ablemarle SPCA’s “Pawsitive for a checkup! Discover how your Pet Therapy Team,” that’s who. Drop in stuffed animal measures up in size, to improve and encourage your reading/ softness, and more at this drop-in listening skills. Bonus dog petting included STEAM session. Open to all ages. with your session. For any young reader.

SNUGGLE *Special community show and tell where all WITH A are invited to share items from your home BOOK DE 4 TA E and heritage with Moon on March 3.

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INTERSECTIONALITY

Thursday, February 15 at 6pm James Madison University psychology professor Dr. David Ford will explore the ways race, class and other social categories affect the LGBTQ community.

This lecture, in collaboration with the Charlottesville Pride Community Network, is appropriate for all audiences, and all walks of life are welcome.

QUEENS WHO READ: LOVE IS LOVE STORYTIME

Saturday, February 17 at 2pm Celebrate all kinds of love with this fabulous family event. Local drag artist Dreama Belle will share stories that celebrate our wonderful diversity at this special library storytime. Fun for all kinds of families.

JAPANESE FLOWER ARRANGING

Wednesday, February 21 at 6:30pm Instructor Hiromi Hangai Johnson will teach a class on the art of Japanese flower arrangement.

This hand-ons workshop will focus on the basics of floral design and participants will keep their floral arrangement. Ages 14+.

Required registration begins January 31. For more information email Liz at erapp@jmrl.org.

TEEN COOKIE WARS

Thursday, February 22 at 7-8:30pm A cookie decorating competition that will promise to tantalize your taste buds. Teens have 30 minutes to decorate cookies based on a theme. The winner of each of the three categories goes home with a prize.

DONUTS WITH DAD

Saturday, February 24 at 10:30am A delicious read-aloud time designed especially for dads to share with their little dumplins. Donuts, coffee, and juice will be served along with storytime fun. For dads, grandads, uncles or buddies (and, of course, moms) with children ages 2-5.

LORAX TRUFFULA TREE BUILDING

MARCH PAWS TO READ: COMMUNITY SHOW & TELL Saturday, March 3 between 2-3pm Show off something special from your home and heritage in this Same Page community event. Share your story with others, including our therapy dog Moon, leave a reminder of it in our community collage, and get in some dog petting for free.

TEENS WHO CODE

Tuesday, March 6 at 5:30-6:30pm Explore coding together with other teens! You’ll gain experience with different tools and platforms.

Grades 6-12. Registration recommended and begins on February 20. For more information email tbirckhead@jmrl.org.

NURSERY RHYME RUMPUS

Wednesday, March 7 at 10:30am Enter your favorite rhymes and romps with this Mother Goose Movement program. Hey Diddle Diddle, can you help the spoon run away with an egg? Build a house better than a little pig? Jump a candlestick more nimbly than Jack? Come try your skills at our Nursery Rhyme Rumpus. Ages 2-6.

WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH WIKIPEDIA EDIT-A-THON

Wednesday, March 7 at 6:30pm In honor of Women’s History Month come add some information to the people’s encyclopedia. Library staff will assist you with account creation and proper editing procedure. Bring your computer or use one from the library. Ages 14+.

TEEN BOOK DISCUSSION

Tuesday, March 13 at 6-7pm Wednesday, February 28 at 4pm Bring a friend and join us for fun and snacks as we Celebrate the birthday of Dr. Seuss by engineering read and discuss an exciting chapter or two from your own truffula trees. How tall can your tree grow? Dear Martin by Nic Stone. You don’t have to read What fancy foliage can you fashion out of the Lorax’s aloud, unless you want to! Grades 7-12. favorite plant? Conjure up a cartoon sensation to Registration recommended and begins February 27. make Dr. Seuss proud. Ages 6+.

For more information email tbirckhead@jmrl.org.

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CENTRAL LIBRARY MARCH CONTINUED PI(E) DAY JEWELRY WORKSHOP

Wednesday, March 14 at 6-8pm Miniatures artist Jessica Partain teaches you the basic techniques to turn polymer clay into food-themed charms for necklaces and earrings. In celebration of Pi day, you’ll bake up tiny pie jewelry. Ages 12+. Required registration begins February 28.

For more information email tbirckhead@jmrl.org.

MOVE & GROOVE

Thursday, March 15 at 4pm Never mind the weather. Come do some indoor movin’ and groovin’. Dance to music you create on a floor piano. Test your skills on an indoor obstacle course. Create a pancake pileup. Fun for ages 5-9.

BOOK SWAP

Saturday, March 24 at 10am-12pm Celebrate the Virginia Festival of the Book by swapping your gently used books for something new to you. It’s free and it’s fun. For all ages.

VIRGINIA FESTIVAL OF THE BOOK: STORYTIME MARATHON

Saturday, March 24, exact time TBD A selection of beloved children’s authors and illustrators take turns reading from their books, interspersed with short activities for children ages 3-6. Parents are welcome to join in as well for this informal, drop-in event. Check the JMRL or Festival of the Book websites closer to the date for details.

SEUSSICAL MUSICAL THEATRE

Wednesday, March 28 at 4:45-5:30pm This workshop and performance, featuring the DMR Junior Stars of DMR Adventures, will take you into the fantastic world of Dr. Seuss. Hear how Seuss gets set to music, meet the Junior Stars, and take in a short “Seussical” performance. Add on the chance to dance with the musical’s stars and let this session sweep you to your feet. Ages 5-8.

APRIL ROCKSTAR MAGIC

Tuesday, April 3 at 10am Back by popular demand for a sneak preview of coming summer attractions, Carolina’s most popular magicians will astonish the audience with their stunning illusions and passion for the dramatic.

KEVA BLOCK BUILDING

Wednesday, April 4 at 4pm Bust out your building moves and get your designs to spring up into structures.

SIERRA CLUB FILM & PANEL

Wednesday, April 18 at 5pm Showing: What Lies Upstream (2017) In partnership with UVa Food Collaborative and Sierra Club. Doors open and refreshments served at 5pm; film begins at 5:30pm; panel at 7:15pm.

MYTHIC CREATURE ENGINEERING

Wednesday, April 25 at 4pm Dare to design a dragon or face a ferocious hydra in this mythological workshop. Learn about known mythical beasts and pick who would win in a fight.

Then use our supplies to figure out how to create a cerberus like those faced by Percy Jackson, discover how to give wings to your own version of pegasus, or conjure up your own mythical creature to add to the lists. Ages 8-12.

PHOTO SCAVENGER HUNT

Thursday, April 26 at 6-7pm Celebrate Poem in Your Pocket Day by hunting for poetry-related clues in the library and taking photos of them. Participants who find the most clues win a prize. Picture-taking equipment will be provided. Grades 6-12. For more information email tbirckhead@jmrl.org.

POETRY ON THE STEPS

Thursday, April 26 at 7pm Celebrate Poem in Your Pocket Day with an open mic poetry reading. Meet beneath the towering oaks on the library steps to read a favorite poem or just come to listen. Original poems and old favorites are welcome. Refreshments will be served.

Rain Site: Children’s Room.

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MAY HOW-TO FESTIVAL

Saturday, May 5 at 10am-2pm There’s something for everyone in this fast-paced interactive library takeover event! Drop in to any 1530 minute session and learn about a variety of topics, from how to create ikebana flower arrangements to prepare for a zombie invasion or learn quick, snazzy graphic design tricks. See JMRL’s 3D printer in action and pick up a free comic book while you’re here. See website for full list of events.

SCAN YOUR STUFF @ CENTRAL

The Central Library has scanning equipment available to digitally preserve your documents, photographs, and film slides and negatives.

Call 434.979.7151 x4 to make an appointment to use the scanners.

DIGITAL BRANDING: CRAFTING YOUR PRESENCE ONLINE

Monday, May 7 at 6:30pm Join Charlottesville artist, designer, and tech consultant John LeMasney as he leads a discussion on crafting an online presence. Chances are you already have a digital presence on Facebook, WordPress, Instagram or 100 other places. What does it say about you? Does it represent you well?

Discover methods for developing an online presence, as opposed to just letting it define you without your editorial or creative consent. Courageous attendees can participate in an optional in-session review of their social media account or website! Ages 14+.

Required registration begins April 16. For more information email Liz at erapp@jmrl.org.

ON THE SAME PAGE

JMRL has a new podcast to help keep you up-to-date and on the same page about library news and events. You can find the podcast at onthesame page.blubrry.net or in your favorite podcatcher app.

DIGITAL INCLUSION WEEK: LIBRARY TECHNOLOGY OPEN HOUSE Monday, May 7 at 3-5pm Tuesday, May 8 at 2-4pm Wednesday, May 9 at 5-7pm Thursday, May 10 at 3-5pm Friday, May 11 at 11am-1pm Come see how a 3D printer operates, learn how to use wifi hotspots, and find out which other devices the library has available to use or check out.

AFTER HOURS: VIDEO GAME NIGHT

Friday, May 25 at 6-8pm Game out for two straight hours on new and classic systems: Wii, Wii U, Xbox 360 Kinect and more. You bring the skills, we’ll bring the snacks. Grades 5-12.

Required registration begins May 11. For more information email tbirckhead@jmrl.org.

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CROZET LIBRARY

MON: 1-9 TUES: 1-9 WED: 9-9 THUR: 9-5 FRI: 9-5 SAT: 9-5 SUN: closed

2020 LIBRARY AVENUE ∙ CROZET COLOR KEY: ADULTS ∙ TEENS ∙ KIDS ∙ MULTIPLE No registration is required unless otherwise noted.

AROUND THE BRANCH MAKE & TAKE PROJECTS Enjoy crafts but short on time? Stop by the Crozet Library each month for quick and easy projects to do at your own pace, or take them to go. Materials are provided.

JAN: Paper Snowflakes FEB: Scratch Art MAR: Gratitude Note Cards APR: Haiku Poetry MAY: Tissue Paper Flowers

KID’S EXPLORER CORNER Explore a variety of activities and crafts for kids of all ages.

JAN: Tiny Town FEB: Scratch Art MAR: Self Portrait Station APR: The Joke’s on You

TEEN CHALLENGES Drop by the teen section to take part in these short activities and challenges to express your opinions, make art, or contribute to a community project.

JAN: Guerilla Kindness FEB: Declare Your Love (to a Book) MAR: Identity Word Collages APR: Collaborative Grid Poem MAY: Be Nice to Yourself

REGISTER BY PHONE OR ONLINE Call 434.823.4050 or visit jmrl.org.

TAKE A SCREEN BREAK: THERE’S SO MUCH MORE TO DO

April 30 – May 6 Starting April 16, fill out a Screen Break Pledge Sheet to reduce your normal amount of TV viewing and screen time. Complete your pledge sheet by May 26 to receive a free book! If you’ve turned off all screens for the entire week, you’ll be entered in a drawing for an extra-special prize! For all ages.

RECURRING EVENTS MONDAY NIGHT BOOK GROUP

Monthly on Mondays at 7pm Join this informal group for relaxed and stimulating book discussions. Newcomers always welcome.

JAN 8: News of the World by Paulette Jiles FEB 5: The Gene: An Intimate History

by Siddhartha Mukherjee MAR 5: What We Talk About When We Talk About Anne Frank by Nathan Englander APR 2: The Zookeeper’s Wife

by Diane Ackerman MAY 7: Hillbilly Elegy by J.D. Vance

LIVE POETS, TOO

Second Mondays at 7pm JAN 8 ∙ FEB 12 ∙ MAR 12 ∙ APR 9 ∙ MAY 14 Bring several poems to share, either of your own authorship or another’s, then sit back and enjoy listening to the language of the poet. Optional writing prompts provided upon group interest. Ages 18+.

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Monthly on Mondays at 6:30pm* Join the Crozet Library for a night at the movies with theater-style popcorn and drinks. Refer to ratings for age restrictions.

JAN 22: The Big Sick [R] (2017) FEB 26: I’m Not Racist..Am I? [NR] (2014)

*Begins at 6pm. Discussion to follow.

MAR 26: Loving [PG-13] (2016) APR 23: The Zookeeper’s Wife [PG-13](2017) MAY 21: The Circle [PG-13] (2017)

CROZET LIBRARY YOUNG ADULT BOOK GROUPS The Crozet Library leads a diverse range of book clubs for teens. Snacks are served at each meeting. Free copy of the book included on a first come, first served basis. Please check each listing for age requirements.

R.A.D. (READ AND DISCUSS) BOOK CLUB Tuesdays listed below at 6:30-8pm Grades 6-12.

FEB 27: Red Queen by Victoria Aveyard.

A dramatic high fantasy. Required registration begins January 30.

APR 24: Akata Witch by Nnedi Okorafor.

A Nigerian Harry Potter. Required registration begins March 27.

MAY 22: Ms. Marvel, Vol. 1: No Normal by G. Willow Wilson. A superhero graphic novel.

Required registration begins April 24.

YAK & SNACK BOOK CLUB Saturday, March 17 at 2-3:30pm Reading: Ghost by Jason Reynolds. A gritty and triumphant sports story. Grades 5-8.

Required registration begins February 17.

First Tuesdays at 6:30pm JAN 2 ∙ FEB 6 ∙ MAR 6 ∙ APR 3 ∙ MAY 1 Join other teen writers every month for miniworkshops, prompts, new techniques, and insight into the publishing world. Feel free to bring writing or art samples with you and receive helpful feedback.

All creative writing welcome, including poetry, nonfiction, and fanfiction! Grades 7-12.

TEEN ADVISORY BOARD (TAB)

Monthly on Tuesdays at 6:30-7:30pm JAN 16 ∙ FEB 13 ∙ MAR 13 ∙ APR 10 ∙ MAY 8 We need your ideas! TAB helps the library plan and lead teen programs, displays, and activities.

Members enjoy snacks and receive volunteer hours.

It’s your library, make a difference! Grades 6-12.

TAB is currently closed to new members.

New applications will be kept on file for one year.

WEE ONES

Wednesdays at 10:30-11am Winter Session: JAN 10 – FEB 28 Spring Session: MAR 7 – APR 25 A special time for babies and caregivers to read, sing, move, and play! No siblings, please; this is a special one-on-one time. Each baby will need the full attention of his or her caregiver. For 12 to 23 montholds. Required winter registration begins December 20 at 9am. Birthdate must fall between 1/11/16 and 1/10/17. Required spring registration begins February 14 at 9am. Birthdate must fall between 3/8/16 and 3/7/17.

TALES FOR TWOS

Thursdays at 9:30am Winter Session: JAN 11 – MAR 1 Spring Session: MAR 8 – APR 26 A fun half hour that promotes A D I N G PR verbal, motor and social RE OG skills through the use of ER stories, songs, rhymes, and more. For 2-year-olds and young 3-year-olds with an accompanying adult.

SNUGGLE Winter registration begins WITH A December 18 at 1pm.

BOOK DE 4 Spring registration begins TA E G I L A S ON P February 12 at 1pm.

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THE LITERATI BOOK CLUB Tuesdays listed below at 6:30-8pm For more mature teen readers.

JAN 30: Everything, Everything by Nicola Yoon. A humorous and powerful contemporary.

Required registration begins December 29.

MAR 20: Dear Martin by Nic Stone. A social justice contemporary. Required registration begins February 20.

MUSINGS: A TEEN WRITER’S WORKSHOP

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A NIGHT AT THE MOVIES

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CROZET LIBRARY RECURRING EVENTS

JANUARY

ALPHABET SOUP

Saturday, January 6 at 3pm Join the Crozet Gazette and National Geographic Photographer Sam Abell for a slideshow and discussion of this year’s Crozet Gazette Calendar photography selections. 2018 Crozet Gazette calendars will be available to purchase.

Thursdays at 10:30am Winter Session: JAN 11 – MAR 1 Spring Session: MAR 8 – APR 26 Designed to help grow our next generation of readers, Alphabet Soup is a fun half-hour of stories, songs, dancing and more. This group is for older 3, 4 and 5-year-olds who are ready to enjoy story time on their own, without an accompanying adult or younger siblings. Winter registration begins December 18 at 1pm. Spring registration begins February 12 at 1pm.

PAWS TO READ

Mondays, January 22 & April 2 between 1-2pm Improve your reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to Lucy, a registered therapy animal with The Alliance of Therapy Dogs. Any young reader may sign up for a 15-minute appointment and bring a favorite book to read. Please call to register.

MORE FASCINATING THAN FICTION

Wednesdays, January 24 & February 28 at 3:30pm Faster than a speeding bullet, more powerful than a locomotive, and yes, sometimes more fascinating than fiction, it’s NON-FICTION! Come into the library and listen in as we highlight some incredible stories from history and today, enjoy an afternoon snack and chat about books you’ve been reading. Ages 5-9.

Requested registration begins January 2.

IT’S BIN FUN: SENSORY PLAY

Fridays, February 16 & April 20 between 10:30-11:30am Captivate your little scientist with open-ended, childled play which engages the senses. The children will explore bins containing a variety of sensory materials.

Things will get messy, so dress appropriately. Ages 6-35 months. Requested registration begins January 26 and March 30 respectively.

STITCHES HANDCRAFT GROUP

Last Tuesdays at 4:30pm JAN 30 ∙ FEB 27 ∙ MAR 27 ∙ APR 24 ∙ MAY 29 Bring any handwork project you’re working on or are interested in learning, and join this fun group for an hour of handcrafting and sharing. Ages 8 to adult.

CROZET CALENDAR PHOTOGRAPHY

TEEN BEST OF 2017

Tuesday, January 9 at 6:30-8pm Walk the red carpet and fight for your favorites of 2017. We compile the nominations and popcorn, you provide the intense opinions and lively debate.

Grades 6-12.

MEDITATION FOR NEW BEGINNINGS Wednesday, January 10 at 6:30pm Learn effective techniques that can reduce stress, enhance relaxation, promote inner growth and improve your overall health, and then take part in a short meditation sitting. Long-time meditator Gerry Gorman will lead this engaging workshop that will help you start the year off right. Ages 14+.

MOVE & GROOVE

Saturday, January 13 at 2pm Never mind the weather. Come do some indoor movin’ and groovin’. Dance to music you create on a floor piano. Test your skills on an indoor obstacle course. Create a pancake pileup. Silly fun for ages 5-9. Requested registration begins December 23.

NURSERY RHYME RUMPUS

Saturday, January 20 at 10:30am Enter your favorite rhymes and romps with this Mother Goose Movement program. Hey Diddle Diddle, can you help the spoon run away with an egg? Jump a candlestick more nimbly than Jack? Try your skills at our Nursery Rhyme Rumpus. Ages 2-6.

Requested registration begins December 30.

LEGO AT THE LIBRARY

Monday, January 22 at 2pm Join other master builders for an hour of open-ended block building fun. The library provides the LEGOs, you bring your imagination! Ages 5-11.

Requested registration begins January 2.

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NOVEL REVISION WORKSHOP

Tuesday, January 23 at 6:30-8pm Writing is rewriting! Learn techniques for revising your plot, making your sentences sing, and helping your characters leap off the page. Ideal for folks with in-progress or finished novels, but all creative writers can benefit. Grades 6 through adult.

HEALTH LITERACY APPS

Monday, January 29 at 6:30pm Learn about the latest health literacy related apps for your mobile device or tablet. Try out some health apps on the library’s iPads, or bring your own device to get help downloading apps. Ages 14+.

Required registration begins January 16.

MAD SCIENCE

Friday, February 16 at 4pm Hangout and experiment with all things scientific with the help of the Wahoo Wizards, a fun team of chemical engineering students from UVa. Through interactive physics and chemistry experiments, you’ll see first-hand the wonder and fun of scientific sleuthing. Ages 6-11.

Requested registration begins January 29.

CREATE-A-THON

FEBRUARY

Tuesday, February 20 at 6:30-8pm Come to the Crozet Library for warm drinks, snacks, and an afternoon of creating. Whether you’re working on art, writing, crafts, coding, or other creations, you’re welcome to come focus on your work and talk out your ideas with other creative types. Grades 6-12.

UNDERRATED MOVIE DAY

ZUMBA FOR OLDER ADULTS

Saturday, February 3 at 2-4:30pm Teens will choose the most underrated animated movie from a selection prepared by the Teen Advisory Board, rated PG or PG-13. Grades 6-12.

A VALENTINE FOR THAT SPECIAL SOMEONE

Wednesday, February 7 between 3-7pm The countdown to Valentine’s Day has begun. Come into the library and make a special something for your special someone.

Supplies will be available to create a unique handmade valentine.

PICTURE BOOK FILM FEST

Friday, February 9 & Saturday, February 10 at 10:30am Bring a blanket and pillows if you’d like and cozy up to watch a few of your favorite stories on the big screen. Ages 2-6.

Requested registration begins January 22.

TAPE RESIST PAINT PARTY

Monday, February 12 at 6:30pm Using a tape-resist technique, you’ll create fantastic geometric designs on canvas using any color palette you choose. No artistic skills required and all materials provided. Ages 14+.

Required registration begins January 29.

Friday, February 23 at 10am Zumba is Latin-fusion dance class with easy-to-follow moves. Jennifer Homan will lead this introductory lower-intensity class that will get your heart pumping, improve your range of motion, and your coordination.

STORIES & MORE: A SATURDAY STORYTIME

Saturday, February 24 at 10:30am Join us for stories, songs and a celebration of everyone having fun reading 1000 Books Before Kindergarten. Ages 1-5.

Requested registration begins February 3.

FAMILY ZUMBA WORKOUT

Saturday, February 24 at 2pm Zumba is a Latin-fusion dance class with easy-tofollow moves. Jennifer Homan will lead this familyfriendly class for all ages that will get your body moving and your heart pumping.

I’M NOT RACIST... AM I? FILM & DISCUSSION

Monday, February 26 at 6pm Join us for an important community discussion following the screening of this documentary about 12 NYC teenagers who spend a year talking and learning about racism. The discussion will be led by trained facilitators and is in partnership with Beloved Community Cville. Ages 14+.

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MARCH THE MAD HATTER’S MURDER MYSTERY ESCAPE ROOM

Friday, March 2 at 6:30-8pm A crime has been committed and the Mad Hatter is the only one with the evidence. Teens must look for clues and crack a series of locks in order to escape the Mad Hatter’s tea party and report the solution to the library authorities. Light refreshments served.

Grades 7-12.

Required registration begins February 5.

ME, MYSELF, & I: A SATURDAY STORYTIME

Saturday, March 3 at 10:30am Celebrate what makes you you, with fun stories and art. Ages 3-7.

Requested registration begins February 12.

CERT LEVEL 1 TRAINING: BECOME A COMMUNITY RESPONDER

Wednesday, March 7 between 5:45-8:45pm Learn to prepare for disasters that could impact your community. In an emergency, CERT members assist others when professional responders are not immediately available, and take a more active role in emergency preparedness projects. This class will cover personal preparedness, hazards, and an introduction into fire safety and medical operations.

Ages 16+.

Requested registration begins February 21.

CHARLOTTESVILLE BALLET PRESENTS: A FAIRY TALE GATHERING

Monday, March 12 at 4pm Ever wanted to listen to a fairy tale from a Fairy Godmother herself? Join Charlottesville Ballet for “A Fairy Tale Gathering Storytime” as a professional ballerina reads classic fairy tales and teaches introductory ballet steps in an interactive storytime experience. Ages 3-11.

Requested registration begins February 20.

FINDING YOUR ROOTS: GENEALOGY WORKSHOP

Monday, March 12 at 6:30pm Explore your family history with this workshop led by genealogy professional Dr. Shelley Murphy. This class will provide you with resources and guidelines to aid your research.

Requested registration begins February 26

KIDS’ FILM FEST: FROM THE HEART Wednesday, March 14 at 3:30pm Throughout history, young people have channeled their passions to make a positive change in their neighborhood and beyond. Enjoy several short films based on books about kids who have made a difference and then create a piece of art that reflects the passions in your own heart. Ages 6-11.

Requested registration begins February 26.

FREEDOM OF INFORMATION DAY

Friday, March 16, all day The freedom of information is so important that James Madison helped write it into our Constitution.

Learn more about your right to access information freely and the First Amendment, all on his birthday.

VIRGINIA FESTIVAL OF THE BOOK: WOMEN OF THE WORLD

Wednesday, March 21 at 6:30pm Three novelists will explore the connections between women as they discuss identity, relationships, motherhood, and courage. Authors on this panel will include Marisa de los Santos (I’ll Be Your Blue Sky), Leah Weiss (If the Creek Don’t Rise), and Adrienne Benson (The Brightest Sun).

PAGE TURNERS, A BOOK CLUB FOR KIDS: MAMA AFRICA! Saturday, March 24 at 2pm Learn about South Africa and Miriam Makeba, the singer who used her talents to challenge apartheid.

Stop by the library to get your free copy of Mama Africa! by Kathryn Erskine. Read it on your own and then join other Page Turners for an hour of book club discussion and fun. Ages 7-11.

Required registration begins March 5.

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TYPOGRAPHY ART

I JUST REALLY LOVE SPACE, OKAY?

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GREEN THUMBS UP

Tuesday, March 27 at at 6:30-8pm Turn a name, quote, or other text into a piece of art that looks elaborate, but is easy to make. Make for yourself or as a gift. Grades 6-12.

Required registration begins March 1.

LEGO AT THE LIBRARY

Wednesday, April 4 at 2pm Join other master builders for an hour of openended block building fun. The library provides the LEGOs, you bring your imagination! Ages 5-11.

Requested registration begins March 19.

GATHERING FOR GAMES

Thursday, April 5 at 2pm Meet up with your friends at the Crozet Library for some gaming fun. The library will provide some games, you bring a friend. If you have a favorite game, bring it along to teach and share. Ages 6-13.

Requested registration begins March 19.

AGE REVERSING ESSENTRICS: STRETCH & TONE

Tuesday, April 17 at 6:30-8pm Space is great. In honor of Global Astronomy Month, teens will make space-themed crafts, scream about their favorite space-related fandoms, and watch a sci-fi movie or anime. Grades 6-12.

Required registration begins March 23.

Wednesday, April 18 at 3:30pm In celebration of Earth Day, learn about the amazing ways plants can divide and spread. Pot up a few plants of your own to nurture and grow. Ages 5-11.

Requested registration begins March 26.

INTRO TO CODING

Wednesday, April 25 at 4:30pm Have you always wanted to try coding? Come learn the basics and gain some experience with help from library staff. Bring your laptop or use one of ours.

Grades 5-8. Required registration begins April 4.

MAY SURVIVAL SKILLS WORKSHOP

Saturday, May 12 at 2-4pm Mint Springs Park Friday, April 6 at 10-11am Learn everything that you’d need to survive in an A slow and gentle, full-body stretch and strengthening emergency situation, including how to find shelter, workout that focuses on increasing mobility, flexibility build a fire, find food and water, and put together a and relieving chronic aches, pains and joint stiffness. survival pack to keep on hand. Then try your hand Reawaken the power of your 650 muscles while at starting a friction fire. Class by Master Naturalist slowly building strength in your body. Bring your mat Steve Pullinger. Meet at the shelter at Mint Springs and join us for this fun workout with Donna Ginsberg. Park. Ages 10+. Required registration begins April 27.

Required registration begins March 23.

TEEN MOVIE: WONDER WOMAN Saturday, April 7 at 2-4:30pm Rated PG-13. Grades 6-12.

CROZET SOIREE: VIRGINIA WINE TODAY

Monday, April 9 at 6:30pm Richard Leahy, wine consultant and acclaimed author of Beyond Jefferson’s Vines, the definitive history of Virginia wines, will offer a fascinating presentation focusing on the wine region around Charlottesville. Books willl be available to purchase and have signed.

FREE HEARING SCREENINGS

Monday, May 14 at 4-6pm Stop into the library for a 15-minute free hearing screening provided by Hearing Health Associates and learn how to prevent further hearing loss.

Required registration begins April 30.

ASIAN POP CULTURE NIGHT

Tuesday, May 15 at 6:30-8pm Crozet teens will share their love of food, music, TV/movies, and more from East and South Asian countries, including K-Pop, anime, Bollywood films, and dramas. Grades 6-12.

Required registration begins April 23.

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GORDON AVENUE LIBRARY

MON: 9-9 TUES: 9-6 WED: 12-9 THUR: 10-6 FRI: 10-5 SAT: 10-5 SUN: closed

1500 GORDON AVE ∙ CHARLOTTESVILLE COLOR KEY: ADULTS ∙ TEENS ∙ KIDS ∙ MULTIPLE No registration is required unless otherwise noted.

REGISTER BY PHONE OR ONLINE Call 434.296.5544 or visit jmrl.org.

AROUND THE BRANCH

RECURRING EVENTS

MAKE & TAKE PROJECTS

HANDCRAFT GROUP

Enjoy crafts but short on time? Stop by one of the round tables in the adult reading area for quick and easy projects to do at your own pace, or take them to go. Materials are provided.

JAN: Winter Bookmarks FEB: Valentine Cards MAR: Same Page APR: Cut-out Poetry MAY: Draw a Star Wars Character

TEEN CRAFT CORNER There will be a new craft and activity each month in the teen area. Materials provided. Grades 6-12.

JAN: Duct Tape Creations FEB: Book Page Hearts MAR: Scratch Art

STOP SPOT

January – March Stop at our children’s desk to spot what new game is afoot: wordplay, fun facts, guessing games, scavenger hunts, and more. All ages, all day.

SPRING THINGS: ROOTS & WINGS March 1-31 Embrace change. Visit our library to check on our “changing” exhibits of plants growing and caterpillars transforming.

First Thursdays (except April & May) at 3-4pm JAN 4 ∙ FEB 1 ∙ MAR 1 Bring any handwork project you’re working on and join this group for an hour of handcrafting and sharing.

LIVE POETS SOCIETY

First Wednesdays at 7pm JAN 3 ∙ FEB 7 ∙ MAR 7 ∙ MAY 2 Come and share original poetry with the group or just listen.

LITERARY MASTERPIECES BOOK GROUP

First & Third Fridays at 10am Meets twice a month to discuss literary classics.

JAN 5: My Family and Other Animals

by Gerald Durrell JAN 19: The Tempest by William Shakespeare FEB 2: Victory by Joseph Conrad FEB 16: My Antonia by Willa Cather MAR 2: Benito Cereno by Herman Melville MAR 16: Cranford by Elizabeth Gaskell APR 20: To the Lighthouse by Virginia Woolf MAY 4: American Scholar

by Ralph Waldo Emerson MAY 18: The Pearl by John Steinbeck

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WEDNESDAY EVENING BOOK GROUP BOOK BITES BOOK GROUP Second Wednesdays at 7:30pm Meets monthly to share insights on a variety of classic and contemporary fiction and nonfiction.

New members or visitors are welcomed at any time.

JAN 10: Dark Money by Jane Mayer FEB 14: The North Water by Ian McGuire MAR 14: What We Talk About When We Talk About Anne Frank by Nathan Englander APR 11: A Tree Grows in Brooklyn by Betty Smith MAY 9: All Quiet on the Western Front

by Erich Maria Remarque

Fourth Thursdays at 3:30-4:30pm Ravenous readers are invited to snack while discussing a different book read each month. Free books provided. Grades 3-4.

Required registration begins December 21.

JAN 25: In the Year of the Boar & Jackie Robinson by Bette Bao Lord FEB 22: Kenny and the Dragon by Tony DiTerlizzi MAR 22: The Great Shelby Holmes

by Elizabeth Eulberg

PAGE TO SCREEN MOVIE NIGHT

Third Thursdays at 3:30-4:30pm For those younger book wranglers in the 2nd grade who love to snack and discuss a different book each month. Free books provided.

Required registration begins December 21.

JAN 18: Jigsaw Jones: The Case From Outer Space by James Preller FEB 15: Muggie Maggie by Beverly Cleary MAR 15: Jake Drake, Teacher’s Pet

by Andrew Clements

B’TWIXT & B’TWEEN

Third Wednesdays at 7-8pm A book discussion group for grades 6 & 7. Receive a free copy of monthly book selections and enjoy talking with other readers. Snacks provided.

Required registration begins December 20.

JAN 17: Nimona by Noelle Stevenson FEB 21: Bird in a Box by Andrea Davis Pinkney MAR 21: Navigating Early by Clare Vanderpool

BOOK BATCH BOOK GROUP

Fourth Mondays at 7-8pm Read some great books, join in the discussion, and enjoy a batch of cookies and snacks. Free books provided. Grades 5-6.

Required registration begins December 21.

JAN 22: Explorer: The Mystery Boxes

collected by Kazu Kibuishi FEB 26: The Lions of Little Rock

by Kristin Levine MAR 26: Ghost by Jason Reynolds

READ-ALOUD CROWD

First Wednesdays at 3:30-4pm JAN 3* ∙ FEB 7 ∙ MAR 7 Join us after school to unwind, enjoy a story and share some fun. Grades K-1. Required registration begins December 6.

A D I N G PR RE *Special session: Come do OG R E some indoor movin’ and groovin’ along with our stories. Dance to music you create on a floor piano. Test your skills SNUGGLE on an indoor obstacle WITH A course. Silly fun for all.

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Second & Fourth Fridays at 3:30-4:30pm JAN 12 & 26 ∙ FEB 9 & 23 ∙ MAR 9 & 23 Stop by to create with UVA Madison House volunteers. We will have a different project to explore each time. STEAM ahead with hands on science, technology, engineering, art, and math.

First Wednesdays at 10am FEB 7 ∙ MAR 7 ∙ APR 4 ∙ MAY 2 Start with a book and then go look! Experience art through story and song with a Gordon Avenue Children’s Librarian. Then explore the museum with the docents. Registration with The Fralin is required for each session. Call 434.243.2050 or email museumeducation@virginia.edu.

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Fourth Wednesdays at 7pm Monthly screening of a popular film adaptation of a book. Light refreshments are served.

JAN 24: Lady Macbeth (2016) FEB 28: Of Mice and Men (1992)

BOOKAROOS BOOK GROUP

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GORDON AVE LIBRARY RECURRING EVENTS TWOS & THREES TOGETHER

Mondays at 9:30-10am OR Tuesdays at 10:30-11am JAN 22 – MAR 20* Stories, songs, movement and fingerplays designed for 2 and 3 year olds with accompanying adult. Fun ways to develop pre–literacy skills with “Sing, Talk, Read and Play.” *No class January 30.

Required registration begins on January 9.

READING RUMPUS

Mondays at 10:30-11am JAN 22 – MAR 20 A lively literacy drop-in that brings books to life with participation, song, and movement. Designed for children up to 3 years and accompanying caregiver to encourage early literacy and language development.

MOTHER GOOSE TIME

Mondays at 11:30am-12:15pm OR Tuesdays at 9:30-10:15am JAN 22 – MAR 20* Simple stories, rhymes, and songs for children up to 23 months and caregiver followed by time to play and socialize. This special time supports early literacy and language skills by encouraging singing, playing, talking, and reading. *No class January 30.

Required registration begins January 9.

MONKEY BUSINESS

Thursdays at 10:30-11:15am JAN 25 – MAR 22 Come monkey around with exciting stories, fingerplays, silly songs, and flannel stories.

Designed to help independent 3 and 4 year olds practice selfsufficiency and develop early literacy skills to help them be ready to read and succeed.

Required registration begins January 9.

PAWS TO READ

Second Wednesdays between 3:30-4:30pm JAN 10 ∙ FEB 14 ∙ MAR 14 Improve reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to a furry friend from the Charlottesville-Albemarle SPCA’s “Pawsitive Pet Therapy Team.” Come for a 15-minute turn.

Call to register beginning December 13.

DROP-IN STORIES & MORE

Saturdays at 11-11:30am JAN 6 – MAR 31 Add some brain-building to your errands. Stop by on Saturdays for stories, movement, and early literacy: Sing, Talk, Read and Play fun for the young.

BLOCK PARTY: LEGO GATHERINGS Third Wednesdays at 3:30-4:30pm JAN 17 ∙ FEB 21 ∙ MAR 21* Do you want to get together with LEGOminded people to build great things?

All you need to bring is your creativity and natural engineering ability; JMRL will have the building blocks for your next creation. Ages 5+. *March’s block party will have a special springtime LEGO STEM activity.

JANUARY DOWNLOADING WORKSHOP

Saturday, January 6 at 2pm Bring your devices and JMRL staff will show you how to download free books and magazines from resources like RBdigital Magazines and Overdrive.

NURSERY RHYME RUMPUS

Saturday, January 20 at 10:30am Enter your favorite rhymes and romps with this Mother Goose Movement program. Hey Diddle Diddle, can you help the spoon run away with an egg? Build a house better than a little pig? Jump a candlestick more nimbly than Jack? Come try your skills at our Nursery Rhyme Rumpus. Ages 2-6.

Required registration begins December 27.

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RESOLUTION ROCKS

Wednesday, January 10 at 7pm Paint your new year’s resolutions onto rocks to create inspiring reminders of your goals. Use your creations as paperweights, decorations, or hide them to encourage and delight someone else. All supplies provided.

Ages 12+. Required registration begins December 27.

WONDER WOMAN MOVIE MATINEE

Saturday, January 27 or February 24 at 2-4:30pm An Amazon princess leaves her island home and journeys to the outside world, which is being consumed by a massive war. With the help of an American pilot, she works to put an end to the conflict. Free popcorn and drinks. Rated PG-13.

FEBRUARY SCREEN PRINTING WORKSHOP

Monday, February 5 at 7pm Learn about and try DIY screen printing techniques.

Make a small project to take home. All supplies provided. Required registration begins January 16.

MARCH SEUSS ON THE LOOSE

Friday, March 2, all day “Oh, the thinks you can think up if only you try!”

Celebrate the birthday of silly, sensational Seuss with a Cat in the Hat related craft and other fantastical fun.

PIZZA PI DAY PARTY

Wednesday, March 14 at 7-8pm Celebrate the irrational and infinite number of pi and Einstein’s birthday with a special Pizza Pi(e) party.

Bring your friends. Grades 6-12.

Required registration begins February 28.

3D PRINT COOKIE CUTTER WORKSHOP

Monday, March 19 at 7pm Select a simple cookie cutter design for the 3D printer and add your personal touch with the help of JMRL staff. Prints will be picked up at a later date.

Required registration begins February 26.

MEASURE & MAGNIFY MARCH

Friday, March 23 between 2:30-4:30pm Big, bigger, biggest. Bring something you would like to measure and magnify or use one of our objects.

We will provide the instruments to do some scientific JAZZ-MA-TAZZ STORYTIME observation. Create your own science journal to Saturday, February 24 at 11am-12pm record your findings. Drop in to explore with our UVa Our Saturday Drop-In Storytime is going to get jazzy! volunteers.

Move and groove to some jazz and blues in story and song. Then cool cats can stick around and make some jazz inspired art. Grown-ups, be sure to take BUILDING RENOVATIONS WILL a look at Gordon Avenue Library’s special Jazz CD AFFECT GORDON AVENUE Collection.

LIBRARY PROGRAMMING IN

VOLCANIC VENTURING

APRIL & MAY.

Tuesday, February 27 at 3:30-4:30pm Visit the library for an erupting good time.

Create your own volcano and then watch as the acid-base reaction between baking soda and vinegar simulates the lava flow of a volcanic eruption. It’s gonna be a blast! Ages 8-12.

Required registration begins January 23.

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GREENE COUNTY LIBRARY

MON: 12-8 TUES: 12-8 WED: 10-6 THUR: 10-6 FRI: 9-5 SAT: 9-5 SUN: closed

222 MAIN STREET, SUITE 101 ∙ STANARDSVILLE COLOR KEY: ADULTS ∙ TEENS ∙ KIDS ∙ MULTIPLE No registration is required unless otherwise noted.

RECURRING EVENTS FRIDAY FILM SERIES

Second Fridays at 7pm Enjoy complimentary hot coffee and sweet treats.

JAN 12: The Big Sick (2017) FEB 9: Wild Tales (2014) MAR 9: Captain Fantastic (2016) APR 13: A Hologram for the King (2016) MAY 11: TBD

THURSDAY NIGHT BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP

First Thursdays at 7pm JAN 4 ∙ FEB 1 ∙ MAR 1 ∙ APR 5 ∙ MAY 3 New members are always welcome in this friendly group of avid readers. Books for 2018 will be chosen at the January 4 meeting; check jmrl.org/greene to see which books will be discussed. At the March 1 meeting the group will discuss the Same Page selection What We Talk About When We Talk About Anne Frank by Nathan Englander.

WINTER READING PROGRAM

SNUGGLE WITH A BOOK DETAILS ON PAGE 4

REGISTER BY PHONE OR ONLINE Call 434.985.5227 or visit jmrl.org.

CHRONICLES OF YARNIA

First Tuesdays at 6-7:30pm FEB 6 ∙ MAR 6 ∙ APR 3 ∙ MAY 1 Do you love knitting, crocheting or other fiber crafts, or need a boost to get started? Bring your current projects (or get re-energized to pick up one of your UFOs) to work on in a friendly, social atmosphere.

Share patterns, tips, and techniques with fellow crafters, and take advantage of special themes like bath knits and stashbuster nights. Hot beverages provided. Latecomers welcome. Ages 12 to adult.

TEEN ADVISORY BOARD (TAB)

Second Wednesdays (except May) at 3:30-4:30pm JAN 10 ∙ FEB 14 ∙ MAR 14 ∙ APR 11 Build your resume and earn volunteer hours while planning fun events with old and new friends.

Contribute your ideas for teen programs and materials at the library. Snacks provided. Grades 6-12.

Registration is recommended and ongoing.

New members are always welcome.

BIBLIOPHILES TEEN BOOK CLUB

Monthly Wednesdays (except May) at 3:30-4:30pm JAN 24 ∙ FEB 28 ∙ MAR 28 ∙ APR 25 Join the monthly book discussion with other teen readers. Don’t worry if you haven’t read the book -- you might be inspired after the discussion! The first 8 members to arrive at each meeting receive a copy of the next month’s book. Check the teen page on the JMRL website (jmrl.org/teens) to see what books will be discussed. Grades 8-12. Registration is recommended and ongoing. New members welcome.

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READ & RHYME TIME

Wednesdays at 10:30am JAN 3 – APR 25 A half hour of fun that promotes verbal, motor, and social skills using short books, puppets, fingerplays, music and flannel stories. Each class concludes with a short social playtime. For ages 1-2 with an accompanying caregiver. Siblings welcome. *Special storytimes: February 21 (Sensory Bin) and March 28 (Spring Egg Hunt).

STORYBOOK BEAT

Thursdays at 10:30am JAN 4 – APR 26 Enjoy 45 minutes together in this early literacy class with engaging books, flannel stories and puppets.

Sing and move to music, using scarves and rhythm instruments. Children can enjoy making a simple craft at the conclusion of the class. For ages 3-5, with or without a caregiver or parent. Siblings welcome. *Special storytimes: January 11 (Nursery Rhyme Rumpus), February 8 (Valentine’s Day Storytime) and March 29 (Spring Egg Hunt).

RAPUNZELS: A BOOK GROUP FOR TWEEN GIRLS

Third Thursdays (except May) at 3:30-5pm Read and discuss great books, and enjoy bookrelated snacks, crafts, and games. The first 10 girls to arrive will receive a free copy of next month’s book. Girls in grades 4­-8 are welcome to join at any time. Registration is required and ongoing.

JAN 18: The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan FEB 15: Absolutely, Truly by Heather Vogel

Frederick MAR 15: Number the Stars by Lois Lowry APR 19: The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett

THE SHARKS: A BOY’S BOOK GROUP

Second Thursdays (except May) at 3:30-4:30pm JAN 11 ∙ FEB 8 ∙ MAR 8 ∙ APR 12 Led by two great volunteers who are guys, “Sharks” includes discussion, book related fun and games, and aquatic snacks. The first 10 boys to arrive will receive a free copy of the next month’s book. Boys in grades 4-8 are welcome to join at any time. Check jmrl.org/kids for titles to be discussed each month.

Registration is required and ongoing.

LEGO CHALLENGE

Fourth Tuesdays Jan-Feb at 3:30-5pm JAN 23 ∙ FEB 27 Draw a challenge card and see if you can complete the activity on the card, or build something of your own. All you need to bring is your creativity and natural engineering ability; JMRL will have the building blocks for your next creation. Grades K-6.

JANUARY NURSERY RHYME RUMPUS

Thursday, January 11 at 10:30am Enter your favorite rhymes and romps with this Mother Goose Movement program. Hey Diddle Diddle, can you help the spoon run away with an egg? Build a house better than a little pig? Jump a candlestick more nimbly than Jack? Come try your skills at our Nursery Rhyme Rumpus. Ages 3-5.

UNPLUGGED GAMES

Wednesday, January 17 at 3:30-5pm Bring a game to share or play one from the library’s collection. Show your skills at an old favorite or learn a new game. Snacks served. Grades 6-12.

Required registration begins December 27.

FEBRUARY OPEN MIC NIGHT

Friday, February 2 at 7-9pm PVCC Eugene Giuseppe Center (above library) Back by popular demand! The Teen Advisory Board wants to put on a show, and invites community members to bring their talents to the stage. Familyfriendly performances by all ages and skill levels are welcome. There’s no need to register if you just want to come watch the show. Enjoy refreshments in the teen-run coffeehouse.

Performer registration required by January 27.

CHRONICLES OF YARNIA: BEGINNER’S TIPS & TRICKS

Tuesday, February 6 at 6-7:30pm Susan Bashline from Magpie Knits will share tips, provide encouragement, and explain the basics of knitting and crocheting. Bring any fiber projects that you’re working on and join this fun group for handcrafting and sharing. Hot beverages provided.

Latecomers welcome. Ages 12 to adult.

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MOUNTAINS, MADNESS, & MIRACLES

Thursday, February 8 at 10:30am Join the Greene County Library for a special storytime. Enjoy listening to some sweet Valentine’s Day books and make a card for that special someone.

Tuesday, March 20 at 7pm Local hiker and ridgerunner for Shenandoah National Park, Lauralee Bliss will share stories and pictures from her 4,000 mile journey hiking the AT in each direction, solo and with her son. Her presentation will inspire you to reach for your hiking dreams, whatever they might be. Book signing for her memoir Mountains, Madness, and Miracles: 4000 Miles Along the Appalachian Trail will follow the program.

IT’S BIN FUN

SPRING EGG HUNT

VALENTINE’S DAY STORYTIME

Wednesday, February 21 at 10:30am Join the Greene County Library for a special storytime. Captivate your little scientist with an openended, child-led play which engages the senses.

The children will explore bins containing a variety of sensory materials. Ages 6-36 months.

USING NATIVE PLANTS IN YOUR LANDSCAPING

Tuesday, February 27 at 7pm Beth Mizell of the Virginia Native Plant Society will discuss native plants, what they are, and why to use them in your landscape. She will also show and discuss many examples of beautiful trees, shrubs, and plants, where they thrive, what kind of habitat they provide, and discuss where to procure native plants in our area. Copies of Piedmont Native Plants will be for sale after the program. Refreshments and hot beverages will be served.

Wednesday & Thursday, March 28 & 29 at 10:30am Help us celebrate Spring with an egg hunt following both of the storytime groups.

APRIL RETURN TO ANCIENT GREECE

Wednesday, April 18 at 3:30-5pm The gods and goddesses of Olympus are waiting for you. Travel back in time for Greek-themed games, crafts and snacks. Come in costume if you like.

Grades 6-12. Required registration begins March 28.

MARCH ENGINEERING CHALLENGE

Wednesday, March 7 at 3:30-5pm Can your team solve an engineering problem within the allotted time, using only the materials provided?

Build creative thinking and teamwork skills as you find a solution to the challenge you are given. Grades 6-12. Required registration begins February 14.

SATURDAY MOVIE MATINEE

Saturday, March 10 at 1-3pm Take an afternoon movie break from weekend chores and come to the Greene County Library to watch The LEGO Batman Movie (2017). Buttered popcorn will be provided. Rated PG.

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FIND YOUR NEXT FAVORITE BOOK Check out one of these library resources the next time you’re looking for something new to read.

GROW. LEARN. CONNECT. The JMRL Blog Did you know that JMRL has its own blog?

Visit jmrlblog.com the next time you’re looking for book suggestions. The blog is home to many booklists, book reviews, and even book horoscopes.

You’ll also find more information about events, databases, and other resources offered by JMRL. You can follow the blog through email updates so you never miss a post.

JMRL READS The Library Wiki You can find booklists made by JMRL staff by genre or by theme at JMRL Reads: jmrl.org/wiki.

You can also see lists of what the library’s book groups and clubs have been reading for more ideas of what to read.

WHAT DO I READ NEXT? Personal Librarian Reccomendations Have you ever finished a book that you absolutely adored, and wished that there were more? Have you had trouble finding books that live up to your expectations? Are you sick and tired of waiting for your favorite author to publish their next book?

JMRL has a readers’ advisory service that you can use whenever you’re unsure which book you should read next. All you have to do is fill out the “What Do I Read Next?” form at: jmrl.org/WDIRN. The form will ask you to list three of your favorite authors or books, which genres you are interested in, and what type of content you’d like to avoid. JMRL librarians will get back to you with personalized book suggections within three days.

If filling out forms isn’t your style, you can chat with a librarian in person, over the phone by calling 434.979.7151x4, or texting 434.236.8611, through email at reference@jmrl.org, or by chatting on jmrl.org.

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HOURS

LOUISA COUNTY LIBRARY

MON: 11-7 TUES: 11-7 WED: 10-5 THUR: 10-5 FRI: 10-5 SAT: 9-4 SUN: closed

881 DAVIS HIGHWAY ∙ MINERAL COLOR KEY: ADULTS ∙ TEENS ∙ KIDS ∙ MULTIPLE No registration is required unless otherwise noted.

AROUND THE BRANCH

REGISTER BY PHONE OR ONLINE Call 540.894.5853 or visit jmrl.org.

TASTINGS COOKBOOK CLUB

RECURRING EVENTS

Monthly on Mondays at 5:30pm Do you enjoy browsing through cookbooks and trying new recipes? Showing off your culinary skills? Every month, we will pick a theme and provide selection of cookbooks for you to check out. You will be able to select a book and prepare a recipe from that cookbook, then gather to share a potluck meal and recipes.

JAN 22: Soup, Salad, Sandwich FEB 26: Soul Food MAR 19: Mexican APR 16: Chinese MAY 21: Brunch for Supper

B.Y.O.C.: BRING YOUR OWN CRAFT

BOOK CLUB OF CHAOS

MAKE & TAKE CRAFTS Enjoy crafts but short on time? Stop by for quick and easy projects to do at your own pace, or take them to go. Materials are provided.

JAN: FEB: MAR: APR: MAY:

Winter Word Search Make Your Own Valentine Coloring Sheets TBD TBD

Wednesdays at 2pm Come to share ideas, show off your work and get another crafter’s eye and perception. Chat and meet your neighbors while you work on your craft.

All ages and levels of experience welcome.

TUESDAY EVENING BOOK GROUP

Fourth Tuesdays at 7pm This is a friendly group of serious readers.

Newcomers welcomed at any time.

JAN 23: We Were the Lucky Ones

by Georgia Hunter FEB 27: The Help by Kathryn Stockett MAR 27: What We Talk About When We Talk About Anne Frank by Nathan Englander APR 24: Me Before You by Jojo Moyes MAY 22: The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah

Final Wednesdays at 4pm Join an engaging discussion group especially for ages 9-14. Light refreshments provided and free copies of the book are available on a first come, first served basis.

JAN 31: Stargirl by Jerry Spinelli FEB 28: In Real Life by Cory Doctorow MAR 28: The Westing Game by Ellen Raskin APR 25: Ghost by Jason Reynolds MAY 30: Beauty by Robin McKinley

TEEN ADVISORY BOARD (TAB)

Second Tuesdays at 5pm JAN 9 ∙ FEB 13 ∙ MAR 13 ∙ APR 10 ∙ MAY 8 Help plan teen programs and activities. Snacks and drinks will be provided and participants will receive volunteer hours for their participation. Grades 6-­12.

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TWEEN STEAM

Second Tuesdays at 4pm A pop-up MakerSpace for ages 9-15.

JAN 9: Paper Circuits FEB 13: Cocoa Chemistry MAR 13: Bridge Engineering APR 10: Seed Bombs MAY 8: Oobleck

WINTER READING PROGRAM

SNUGGLE WITH A BOOK

PRESCHOOL READ & RHYME TIME

Thursdays at 10:30am A fun program highlighting early literacy skills. Enjoy short books, rhymes, fingerplays, flannel stories and songs using shakers, and rhythm instruments. Ages 2­-5 with an adult or caregiver. Siblings are welcome.

BABY & TODDLER TIME

Fridays at 10:30-12pm All parents and caregivers of little ones ages two and under are welcome to join us for educational songs, reading and playing. There is plenty of time for making new friends and free play. Older siblings may attend with younger siblings. For children under 2 years old.

AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE NIGHT

Third Tuesdays at 5pm JAN 16 ∙ FEB 20 ∙ MAR 20 ∙ APR 17 ∙ MAY 15 This is a great environment to practice signing skills and learn more about deaf culture. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Refreshments will be provided.

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BLOCK PARTY: LEGO GATHERING

Saturday, January 20 at 1-3:30pm Come join the fun with LEGO-minded people. Just bring your creativity and natural engineering ability; we will have the blocks. Grades K+.

IS TOASTMASTERS RIGHT FOR YOU?

Monday, January 29 at 6pm Do you want to become a confident public speaker and strong leader? If so, Toastmasters is the place for you. You’ll find a supportive learn-by-doing environment that allows you to achieve your goals at your own pace. Learn how Toastmasters has changed the lives of members.

FEBRUARY COUPONING 101

Saturday, February 3 at 1pm Learn the ins and outs of couponing from a seasoned pro. Includes tips on where to find coupons, how to organize them and how to max out your savings.

BOOK SWAP

AMERICAN RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE

Saturday, January 6 at 1-3:30pm If you get a book you already have (or don’t want) come in and see if we have something for you. All items are new or gently used.

Saturday, February 10 at 10am Give the gift of life by donating blood. You can save up to three lives in about an hour.

Required registration begins January 2.

GOLDEN AGE COMMUNITY TOUR

CANCER SUPPORT Q&A

Friday, January 12 at 10:15am Tour the library to learn more about the services we offer to seniors. Adults 55+.

TWIN OAKS COMMUNITY

Saturday, January 13 at 2pm Come learn about the origins of a 50-year-old intentional community of 100 people based on cooperation, sharing and equality. All ages welcome.

Monday, February 12 at 6pm Support groups help many people cope with the emotional aspects of cancer. Come hear the stories of how others have dealt with it.

WHO IS IN YOUR YARD?

Saturday, February 17 at 2pm Learn about the animals in your yard and what they do during the winter. Ages 5-10.

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LOUISA CO LIBRARY MARCH INDIAN VEGETARIAN COOKING

Saturday, March 10 at 2pm Learn and sample healthy yet delicious recipes that are rooted in India’s age old vegetarian culinary traditions in this demo by Kumud Vanderveer.

Demo will include health benefits, home remedies of spices used, and a recipe sheet.

Required registration begins February 5.

FAIRY HOUSES FOR ADULTS

Thursday, March 15 at 2pm Enjoy making a fairy house with Nancy Campbell.

All supplies provided. Ages 18+.

Required registration begins February 1.

WHERE ARE YOU, VIRGINIA?

APRIL FAIRY HOUSES

Thursday, April 5 at 2pm Enjoy making a fairy house with Nancy Campbell.

All supplies provided. This session is for children ages 6+ paired with an adult.

Required registration begins March 1.

TEA WITH MOM

Saturday, April 21 at 1-3pm Bring your mom or grandmother to this fun tea party. Dress up and bring your best manners to the library. All ages welcome.

MAY BOOK TASTING

Saturday, March 17 at 2pm Friday & Saturday, May 11 & 12, all day Learn cool facts about the state you live in. Ages 5-10. Try it; you might like it! Ravenous readers, take a seat at designated book tasting tables where you DISCOVERING TREASURES IN can discover delicious new books you may enjoy.

THE ONLINE ARCHIVE Feel free to check them out afterwards. Participants Monday, March 26 at 1pm will be entered into a special prize drawing.

Join us for an introduction to the 1,000 plus items in BINGO FOR BOOKS “Land Between the Rivers,” the online archive of the Saturday, May 19 at 1pm Louisa County Historical Society. The Historical Society staff will give a tour of its various contents, Come play bingo for free books. For adults and including several online exhibits of interest. children ages 8+.

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LIBRARY LIFE HACKS Make life easier with your library card and jmrl.org/databases.

ANCESTRY.COM & HERITAGEQUEST Uncover a new branch of your family tree

MAGILL’S MEDICAL GUIDE Confirm a treatment

CHILTON LIBRARY Get an auto repair estimate

MORNINGSTAR RESEARCH CENTER Expand your investment portfolio

LITERARY REFERENCE CENTER Prepare for your book club

NETADVANTAGE Manage your money

LITERATI & GROLIER ONLINE Get your research done

TRANSPARENT LANGUAGE ONLINE Brush up on your Spanish

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NELSON MEMORIAL LIBRARY

MON: 9:30-7 TUES: 9:30-7 WED: 9:30-5 THUR: 9:30-5 FRI: 9:30-5 SAT: 9:30-4 SUN: closed

8521 THOMAS NELSON HIGHWAY ∙ LOVINGSTON COLOR KEY: ADULTS ∙ TEENS ∙ KIDS ∙ MULTIPLE No registration is required unless otherwise noted.

AROUND THE BRANCH TEETOTALERS & MOONSHINERS: A TRAVELING EXHIBIT FROM THE LIBRARY OF VIRGINIA April 30 – June 9 Virginians imbibed their last legal drink on Halloween night in 1916, more than three years before national prohibition was enacted. Newspapers reported bacchanalian scenes in the Old Dominion’s cities as “wets” drank up and bought out the stock of saloons and bars. Most of the state’s liquor, beer, and wine producers quietly shut down. Many farmers worried that a major part of their livelihood from corn and fruit had disappeared overnight, while supporters of prohibition exulted in the promise of a morally upright “Dry Virginia.” For the next 18 years the state became a laboratory for a grand social experiment that ultimately left many Virginians with a serious hangover—and eventually led to repeal. Come and visit this unique exhibit.

BOOK TRIP ACROSS AMERICA

January 2 – December 15 Join in on the fun of reading books that either take place in a state, are about a state, or are written by an author that is from that state. Keep a reading log and when you have completed all 50 states turn in your log to receive a gift. For each month you participate you earn an entry into the end-of-theyear drawing for a gift. Stop by the checkout desk and pick up a reading log.

REGISTER BY PHONE OR ONLINE Call 434.263.5904 or visit jmrl.org.

AUTHOR BIRTHDAY SHELF Stop by the first week of each month for a fun handout related to the author’s books.

JAN: A.A. Milne / Jan. 18, 1882 FEB: Lucy Cousins / Feb. 10, 1964 MAR: Dr. Suess / Mar. 2, 1923 APR: Eileen Christelow / Apr. 22, 1943 MAY: Leo Lionni / May 5, 1910

CELEBRATORY BOOK DISPLAYS JAN: National Soup Month FEB: American Heart Month MAR: National Women’s History Month APR: National Humor Month MAY: National Photograph Month

MAKE & TAKE CRAFTS JAN: Build a Snowman FEB: Presidential Word Search MAR: Celtic Coloring APR: Recycled Butterflies MAY: Memorial Day Wreath

RECURRING EVENTS BROWN BAG BOOK CLUB

Fourth Mondays at 12pm JAN 22: A Gentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles FEB 26: HillBilly Elegy by J. D. Vance MAR 26: LaRose by Louise Erdrich APR 23: TBD MAY 21: TBD

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First Tuesdays at 4-5pm JAN 2 ∙ FEB 6 ∙ MAR 6 ∙ APR 3 ∙ MAY 1 Take action for literacy by joining the Teen Advisory Board. Earn volunteer hours by helping to plan activities and events at the Nelson Memorial Library.

Grades 6-12.

SNACKS & PAPERBACKS BOOK CLUB

Monthly on Tuesdays at 4-5pm JAN 16 ∙ FEB 13 ∙ MAR 20 ∙ APR 10 ∙ MAY 15 Join other teen book lovers to discuss titles chosen by the group based on a theme and book-related activities. Grades 6-12. Refreshments are served.

Required registration is ongoing.

TEEN OLD SCHOOL GAMING

Second Saturdays at 1-2pm JAN 13 ∙ FEB 10 ∙ MAR 10 ∙ APR 14 ∙ MAY 12 Plan to join in the fun and get back to some “old school” board games and gaming systems. We have a Wii, Playstation 2, board games, and snacks.

Come with a friend or make new ones. Grades 6-12.

LEGO WEDNESDAYS

First Wednesdays at 4-5pm JAN 3 ∙ FEB 7 ∙ MAR 7 ∙ APR 4 ∙ MAY 2 Bring creativity and imagination; we supply the rest.

STORIES OUT LOUD

Wednesdays at 10:30am JAN 3 – MAY 30 Preschool children will enjoy a fun half hour with engaging books, crafts and activities, as they build their social, creative and early literacy skills. *Nature Foundation Storytimes with Kathie Driscoll: JAN 3: Ever wonder what our animal friends do when old man winter arrives? Join us for a fun morning of games, stories and a few live critters!

FEB 21: Trees Are Terrific! Trees do so much for us!

Come learn how we get food from the maple tree.

We can make syrup from the sap of a maple tree.

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Final Thursdays at 3:30-4:30pm JAN 25 ∙ FEB 22 ∙ MAR 29 ∙ APR 26 SNUGGLE Our first book club for WITH A children in third through BOOK DE 4 TA fifth grade. Plan on enjoying ILS ON PAGE some great books, art projects, and snacks. Grades 3-5.

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Fourth Tuesdays at 2-3pm JAN 23 ∙ FEB 27 ∙ MAR 27 ∙ APR 24 ∙ MAY 22 Need help downloading books to your device?

Stop by on any of these dates for some extra help.

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SATURDAY MOVIE MATINEE

Saturdays listed below at 10:30am Take a break, have a snack, and enjoy a movie.

JAN 6: Sarah Plain and Tall (1991; G; All ages) JAN 20: Lady Macbeth (2016; R; Adults) FEB 3: Skylark (1993; G; All ages) FEB 17: The Beguiled (2017; R; Adults) MAR 3: Winter’s End (1999; G; All ages) MAR 17: Guarding Tess (1994; PG-13) APR 7: Nut Job 2 (2017; PG-13) APR 21: The Hitman’s Bodyguard (2017; R; Adults) MAY 5: Leap (2016; PG; All Ages) MAY 19: Victoria and Abdul (2017; PG-13)

JANUARY DOT & DASH

Wednesday, January 17 at 4-5pm Come and play with our new friends, Dot and Dash.

They are real robots that teach children to code while they play. Grades 3-5.

AUTHOR MEET & GREET

Monday, January 22 at 5-6pm Snow Date: Monday, January 29 at 5-6pm Come meet some of our local authors, hear a bit about their book and ask questions about how to get your book published.

TEEN BOOK TASTING

Tuesday, January 23 at 5-6pm Let’s get formal. How’s your etiquette? Join us for a formal book tasting featuring some of America’s top young adult authors. Come dressed for a formal evening of reading fun. Grades 6-12.

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NELSON MEM LIBRARY JANUARY CONTINUED BOOK EXCHANGE

Wednesday, January 24 at 4-5pm Bring a book, get a book, then stay for a game of Pictionary and a snack. Grades K-5.

FEBRUARY NURSERY RHYME RUMPUS

Wednesday, February 7 at 10:30am Enter your favorite rhymes and romps with this Mother Goose Movement program. Hey Diddle Diddle, can you help the spoon run away with an egg? Build a house better than a little pig? Jump a candlestick more nimbly than Jack? Come try your skills at our Nursery Rhyme Rumpus. Ages 2-6.

BOARD GAMES & SNACKS

Wednesday, February 21 at 4-5pm Join us for an afternoon of fun. We will have games available or you can bring your own to share.

GENEALOGY WORKSHOP

Monday, February 26 at 5:30-7pm Shelley Murphy is back to work with us on where to find resources for your genealogy projects.

BLIND DATE WITH A BOOK

Tuesday, February 27 at 5-6pm Join us for a evening of falling in love with a great book. We will enjoy a sampling of young adult genres and authors. Come with a friend or you might find your perfect match. Grades 6-12.

DOT & DASH

Wednesday, March 21 at 4-5pm Come and play with our new friends, Dot and Dash.

They are real robots that teach children to code while they play. Grades 3-5.

LIBRARY TECH OPEN HOUSE

Monday, March 26 at 5-6pm Come see how a 3D printer operates and learn how to use wifi hotspots and which other devices the library has available to use or check out.

TEEN DUCT TAPE CRAFT: CREATING WIDGET SPINNERS Tuesday, March 27 at 5-6pm Want in on the fun with the new trending widget spinner?

Come and join us as we get creative and design and make our own widget spinners. With the help of a variety of duct tape colors and patterns you can make your own unique spinner.

Grades 6-12. Registration required.

APRIL BOARD GAMES & SNACKS

Monday, April 2 at 2-3pm School is out so join us for an afternoon of fun. We will have games available or you can bring your own to share.

STRAWBEES

MARCH

Tuesday, April 3 at 11am-12pm School is out so come play and invent with us.

Strawbees is a fun, creative, lightweight construction system. Grades K-5.

NELSON READS

POETRY READING CONTEST

Tuesday, March 20, all day Using the top six books from our Nelson Reads activity, the Jeopardy question “What is?” will be answered. Grades 1-5.

Monday, April 9 Students from the local elementary schools will read poetry in honor of National Poetry Month. Grades K-5.

ART WITH PAT

Monday, April 23 at 5:30-6:30pm Pat is back with a spring art project. We provide all the materials and you provide the imagination.

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BASICS OF GENEALOGY RESEARCH Tuesday, April 24 at 5-6pm Want to know your family history, but do not know where to start with your research? Join us for instructions and tips on where and how to start your quest. Grades 6-12.

MAY NELSON READS RECEPTION

Monday, May 7 at 4-5pm It’s a celebration of the top children’s book of the year as we honor our second year of Nelson Reads.

MINUTE TO WIN IT

Wednesday, May 9 at 4-5pm Back by popular demand. Test your skills at our Minute to Win It contest, with a series of fun and funny 60-second challenges. Grades 1-5.

DOT & DASH

Wednesday, May 16 at 4-5pm Come and play with our new friends, Dot and Dash.

They are real robots that teach children to code while they play. Grades 3-5.

WORLD WAR II: THE BATTLE OF THE BULGE

Monday, May 21 at 6-7pm Claudia Van Koba will share her father’s experiences during the Battle of the Bulge. She has an amazing collection of memorabilia from this epic event.

TEEN AUTHOR TALK & WRITING WORKSHOP

Tuesday, May 22 at 5-7pm This talk and workshop will feature a young adult author who will discuss their work. Then we will follow up with a Q&A and workshop with tips on writing. Author TBA. Grades 6-12.

Required registration begins May 8.

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NORTHSIDE LIBRARY

MON: 12-9 TUES: 10-9 WED: 10-9 THUR: 10-9 FRI: 10-5 SAT: 10-5 SUN: closed

701 W. RIO ROAD ∙ CHARLOTTESVILLE COLOR KEY: ADULTS ∙ TEENS ∙ KIDS ∙ MULTIPLE No registration is required unless otherwise noted.

AROUND THE BRANCH TECH CONNECTION

Tuesdays & Thursdays at 2pm & 3pm One-on-one tutorials offered twice a week to answer your computer use questions and to learn how to use library resources to download eBooks, audiobooks, and magazines to your mobile devices.

Call the Information Desk at 434.973.7893 x4 to sign up for a half-hour tutorial.

3D PRINTING CONTEST

March Have an original 3D design you’d like to show off?

Northside will be collecting and printing miniatures of contest submissions March 1-25, and your design will be on display for Northsiders to vote on the final week of March. The grand prize winner will receive a maker kit; runners-up will receive a commemorative 3D-printed crown. Complete contest rules and submission instructions are available at the Northside Teen Desk. Grades 3-12.

NATIONAL SCREEN-FREE WEEK

April 30 – May 6 Fill out a Screen Break Pledge Sheet, pledging to reduce your normal amount of TV viewing and screen time. Plan to unplug from digital entertainment and spend all that free time playing, daydreaming, creating, exploring and connecting with family and friends! Pledge sheets will be available beginning Monday, April 23. Bring your completed pledge sheet in by Saturday, May 15 and receive a free book.

REGISTER BY PHONE OR ONLINE Call 434.973.7893 or visit jmrl.org.

3RD ANNUAL YOUTH ART COLLABORATION

March Stop by the children’s desk and decorate a popsicle stick. At the end of the month they will be pieced together as a beautiful piece of collaborative art.

RECURRING EVENTS STITCHES

First & Third Tuesdays at 10:30am-12:30pm Like to knit, crochet, or do needlework? Get together with others who enjoy the same activity. Bring your project and visit while you work.

ADULT ANIME CLUB

Monthly on Wednesdays at 6:30-8:45pm JAN 24 ∙ FEB 28 ∙ MAR 28 ∙ APR 25 ∙ MAY 30 Come to watch and discuss anime at this new club for older anime fans. Ages 18+.

GROWN-UP GAME NIGHT

Monthly on Mondays at 6:30-8:45pm Connect with other adults during an evening of board games and refreshments. Games to play include classic standards and modern favorites, and each session will feature tutorials for a different game.

JAN 22: 7 Wonders FEB 26: Hunt for the Ring MAR 26: Photosynthesis APR 23: Ex Libris MAY 21: Sagrada

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ENGLISH CONVERSATION CIRCLE

Second & Fourth Thursdays at 10:30-11:30am Is English your second language? Would you like to practice your English speaking skills with others who are also learning English? Join our circle in the meeting room. Library staff will guide the conversation in an informal, no-pressure setting.

BOOKS SANDWICHED IN

Third Fridays at 12pm JAN 19 ∙ FEB 16 ∙ MAR 16 ∙ APR 20 ∙ MAY 18 A book review, usually of nonfiction titles, presented by a guest speaker. It is not necessary to have read the book to attend the program.

JAN 19: Strangers in Their Own Land: Anger

and Mourning on the American Right

by Arlie Russell Hochschild

YA NOVEL BOOK CLUB FOR ADULTS

Fourth Thursdays at 6:30pm Love young adult novels? Join Northside Library’s newest book club for adults. Ages 18+.

JAN 25: Turtles All the Way Down by John Green FEB 22: Dear Martin by Nic Stone MAR 22: Yaqui Delgado Wants to Kick Your Ass

by Meg Medina APR 26: Refugee by Alan Gratz MAY 24: All American Boys by Brendan Kiely

& Jason Reynolds

MYSTERY BOOK GROUP

Fourth Tuesdays at 1pm If you like mysteries and spy thrillers, join like-minded readers at Northside Library.

JAN 23: The Last Policeman by Ben H. Winters FEB 27: Invisible City by Julia Dahl MAR 27: In a Lonely Place by Dorothy B. Hughes APR 24: The Skull Mantra by Eliot Pattison MAY 22: Maisie Dobbs by Jacqueline Winspear

WEDNESDAY EVENING BOOK GROUP Monthly on Wednesdays at 7-8:30pm JAN 17: Life After Life by Kate Atkinson FEB 21: A Piece of the World

by Christine Baker Kline MAR 28: What We Talk About When We Talk About Anne Frank by Nathan Englander APR 18: Book Picks 2018-2019 MAY 16: All the Light We Cannot See

by Anthony Doerr

DIGGING FOR YOUR ROOTS

Wednesdays listed below at 6:30-8:30pm Susan Emert, Central Virginia Genealogical Association, will teach you how to use Ancestry.com and Heritage Quest, available on our website, to help you in your genealogical research. Classes will be held in our Computer Classroom and will include one hour of instruction and one hour of research time.

JAN 10: Getting Started in Genealogical

Research: What should I look for and

where should I look? Required

registration begins Dec 20.

MAR 14: Finding Primary and Secondary

Records: How to tell the difference.

Required registration begins Feb 21.

MAY 9: Keeping Track of Your Research

Material: How do I know what I’ve found? Required registration begins

April 18.

WHAT’S IN YOUR ATTIC?

Fourth Tuesdays at 12pm JAN 23 ∙ FEB 27 ∙ MAR 27 ∙ APR 24 ∙ MAY 22 Everyone has too much stuff and no one knows what to do with it. Your kids don’t want it and Craigslist is too much work. Let the staff at Quinn’s Auction Galleries offer tips and tricks to help you with the difficult process of downsizing. To keep or not to keep? To paint or to refinish? To sell or to donate?

To buy or not to buy? Skip Usry will help you answer these questions and more. Feel free to bring a treasured item that you would like to learn more about for him to review. Items will be reviewed on a first come, first served basis.

3D PRINTING 101

Thursday, February 15 at 6:30pm & Tuesday, May 8 at 6:30pm Curious about the library’s 3D printer, but aren’t sure where to begin? Join library staff as they demonstrate how to create an object using Tinkercad or select an object using Thingiverse and then print it using the library’s 3D printer. Be sure to bring your questions!

ANIME CLUB

Monthly on Mondays at 6:30-8pm JAN 8 ∙ FEB 5 ∙ MAR 5 ∙ APR 2 ∙ MAY 7 Explore Japanese culture and watch episodes of your favorite anime with friends, while enjoying snacks and Pocky. TV-G to TV-14. Ages 11-18.

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NORTHSIDE LIBRARY RECURRING EVENTS MAKE! MONDAYS

Monthly on Mondays at 6:30-8pm Ages 10-18. Required registration begins two weeks before program date.

FEB 12: Pizza Waffles: Waffling over what to have for dinner? Only know how to cook a microwavable dinner? Level up your cooking skills (and have a tasty snack).

MAR 19: Binary Code Bracelets: Learn the code computers use to store information while making a fashion statement with these bracelets.

APR 9: Homemade Holograms: The future is now! Build a special viewer and learn how to create your own holographic images.

MAY 14: Potions Class: Ready for the school year to end at your local Hogwarts?

Take a break from studying for your O.W.L.s and do some magically fun science experiments.

NOVEL CHAT BOOK CLUB

Monthly on Mondays at 6:30-7:30pm JAN 29 ∙ FEB 26 ∙ MAR 26 ∙ APR 30 Come discuss books and do a related activity while enjoying free snacks. Each month we’ll be reading to a different theme. Grades 7-12. Required registration for spring season begins January 1.

GAME NIGHT

Third Tuesdays at 6:30-8pm JAN 16 ∙ FEB 20 ∙ MAR 20 ∙ APR 17 ∙ MAY 15 Wii U, XBox Kinect, board games, and snacks.

Come with a friend or meet new people. Ages 11-18.

CREATIVE WRITING CLUB

Third Wednesdays at 5-6pm JAN 17 ∙ FEB 21 ∙ MAR 21 ∙ APR 18 ∙ MAY 16 Looking for a welcoming space to collaborate and get constructive feedback on your writing? Join us each month at Northside Library. All creative writing is welcomed, including poetry, nonfiction, and fanfiction. Grades 6-12.

PAGEMASTERS BOOK CLUB

First Wednesdays at 5pm Join us for a 45-minute session of chatting about books, snacks, and a fun activity. Books will be provided to the first 10 participants. Grades 5-6.

FEB 7: A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L’Engle.

Registration begins January 3.

MAR 7: Wee Free Men by Terry Pratchett

Registration begins February 7.

APR 4: Pashmina by Nidhi Chanani.

Registration begins March 7.

MAY 2: The Unbeatable Squirrel Girl: Squirrel Meets World by Shannon & Dean Hale.

Registration begins April 4.

TEEN ADVISORY BOARD (TAB)

Monthly on Wednesdays at 5-6pm JAN 10 ∙ FEB 14 ∙ MAR 14 ∙ APR 11 ∙ MAY 9 Come be a part of the Northside Teen Advisory Board. Help create displays, plan programs and activities while earning volunteer hours. Grades 6-12.

NORTHSIDE PATHFINDERS CLUB

Second & Fourth Wednesdays at 6:30-8:30pm JAN 10 & 24 ∙ FEB 14 & 28 ∙ MAR 14 & 21 ∙ APR 11 & 25 ∙ MAY 9 Love monsters and magic, swords and goblins? Come play with us! Northside’s Pathfinder Club holds game sessions twice a month. All you need is dice and your imagination. Ages 13-18. Registration required.

NORTHSIDE MINECRAFT CLUB

Fourth Thursdays at 4:30-5:30pm JAN 25 ∙ FEB 22 ∙ MAR 22 ∙ APR 26 Minecrafters, join us for a different challenge each month. The server will be open for approved users.

To play, stop by a youth services desk to pick up an application. Participants must have their own computer Minecraft account. Xbox and iPad Minecraft accounts are incompatible with the server.

Grades 3-12.

Registration to play in the computer lab or to use a guest account begins two weeks before event date.

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ILS ON PAGE First Saturdays at 10:30am Required registration begins JAN 6 ∙ FEB 3 ∙ MAR 3 ∙ APR 7 ∙ MAY 5 four weeks before meeting date.

Families are invited for stories, music and movement. JAN 11: The Vanishing Coin by Kate Egan FEB 8: The Contest by Gordon Korman TWOS & THREES TOGETHER MAR 8: Schomburg: The Man Who Built a Wednesdays at 10:15am & 11:15am Library by Carole Boston Weatherford Winter Session: JAN 17 – FEB 28 APR 12: Like Pickle Juice on a Cookie Spring Session: MAR 14 – APR 25

by Julie Sternberg MAY 10:

The Water Horse by Dick King-Smith 30 minutes of stories, songs, and fingerplays designed for 2 and 3 year olds with an accompanying adult. Winter registration begins January 5 at 10am. Spring registration begins March 2 at 10am.

MOVE & GROOVE Thursday, January 18 at 4pm PRESCHOOL PALS Never mind the weather. Come do some indoor movin’ Thursdays at 10:15am & 11:15am and groovin’. Dance to music you create on a floor Winter Session: JAN 18 – MAR 1 piano. Test your skills on an indoor obstacle course.

Spring Session: MAR 15 – APR 26 Create a pancake pileup. Silly fun for ages 5-9.

30 minutes of stories, songs, and fingerplays designed for 3, 4, and 5 year olds who are ready MEDITATION FOR NEW BEGINNINGS to enjoy independent learning. Winter registration Friday, January 26 at 11am begins January 5 at 10am. Spring registration Join Gerry Gorman, longtime meditator, for this begins March 2 at 10am. engaging workshop. Gerry will offer effective techniques that can reduce stress, enhance BABIES & BOOKS relaxation, promote inner growth and improve our Thursdays at 1:30pm physical mental and spiritual health.

JAN 18 – APR 26 Caregivers and babies are invited for stories, songs VA WORKFORCE NEW YEAR JOB FAIR and fingerplays followed by playtime. For babies up Tuesday, January 30 at 2-5pm to 24 months with accompanying adult.

If you’re starting a new career or looking for a job, don’t miss this chance to sit down 1-on-1 with more FAMILY NIGHT AT THE MOVIES than 15 representatives from a variety of local Second Tuesdays at 6:30pm employers. Get away from stressful online Bring a blanket and pillows and join us for family applications and talk to real people. If you need help friendly movies. Snack and juice box provided. with interview prep or writing a resume, visit the Workforce Center, the Downtown Job Center, or the JAN 9: Pokemon: The First Movie (G, 1998) Albemarle County Job Center, and a representative FEB 13: Paddington (PG, 2014) will be happy to help. Prior to the fair, join us at MAR 13: Frozen Sing-A-Long (PG, 2013) 1pm for a valuable workshop on job interviewing APR 10: Winnie the Pooh (G, 2011) techniques. Ages 16+.

MAY 8: The Boxtrolls (PG, 2014)

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NORTHSIDE LIBRARY FEBRUARY DISCOVER ESSENTRICS STRETCH & TONE

Wednesday, February 7 at 6:30pm Join Donna Ginsberg, founder of Higher Plane Health Coaching, for a dynamic, full body workout suitable for all fitness levels. This workout simultaneously combines stretching and strengthening while engaging all 650 muscles.

This class will increase flexibility and mobility for a healthy, toned and pain-free body. Please bring an exercise mat or large beach towel. Ages 18+.

Required registration begins January 17.

DESTINATION: PARIS

Thursday, February 8 at 7-8pm Planning a trip to the City of Light?

Get prepared with us! We’ll reveal the useful apps, websites, and library resources to make your Paris trip a dream come true.

French refreshments will be served.

Bon voyage! Required registration begins January 18.

VETERANS’ EMPLOYMENT WORKSHOP

Friday, February 9 at 11am As a community outreach service to area veterans and their spouses, a veterans’ representative from the Virginia Employment Commission in Charlottesville will be available at the Northside Library to assist veterans in registering for the Virginia Workforce Connection (VWC) and to provide job search assistance and information about other available resources for veterans.

TEA PARTY WITH MS. MONROE & FRIENDS Friday, February 9 at 3:30pm

Join our fifth First Lady Elizabeth Monroe for a tea party and special activity. You are welcome to bring your favorite doll or stuffed animal and tea attire, though not required. For children in kindergarten through fifth grade with a favorite grown up.

Registration required and begins on January 26.

EMPOWER YOURSELF: ADVANCE DIRECTIVES 101

Monday, February 12 at 1-3pm If you had a health crisis, how would you want decisions made about your care, and who would you want making those decisions? This workshop will cover the basics you need to know to write your own Advance Directive (AD). Once completed and shared with your health care providers, your AD will guide care during a physical health crisis and/or mental health crisis. Empower yourself with knowledge -and an AD! Made possible by National Library of Medicine/NIH and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library at UVa.

MOVIE NIGHT: 42 (2013) Tuesday, February 20 at 6pm

Join us as we welcome local resident Addison Hobbs as he discusses his encounters with racism while playing semi-professional baseball from 1943-1957.

Afterwards we will screen the motion picture 42: the powerful story of Jackie Robinson and his heroic breaking of Major League Baseball’s color barrier.

Light refreshments will be served. Film is rated PG-13.

VIRGINIA WORKFORCE JOB FAIR

Wednesday, February 21 at 2-5pm If you’re starting a new career or looking for a job, don’t miss this chance to sit down 1-on-1 with more than 15 representatives from a variety of local employers. Get away from stressful online applications and talk to real people. If you need help with interview prep or writing a resume, visit the Workforce Center, the Downtown Job Center, or the Albemarle County Job Center, and a representative will be happy to help.

Prior to the fair, join us at 1pm for a valuable workshop on job interviewing techniques. Ages 16+.

MARCH I’M NOT RACIST... AM I? FILM & DISCUSSION

Tuesday, March 6, at 6pm Join us for an important community discussion following the screening of this documentary about 12 NYC teenagers who spend a year talking and learning about racism. The discussion will be led by trained facilitators and is in partnership with Beloved Community Cville. Ages 14+.

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THE ERA OF GOOD STITCHING

Wednesday, March 7 at 6:30pm Attention craft lovers and history buffs: Join First Lady Elizabeth Monroe & James Monroe’s Highland as they teach how to create beautiful cross stitched samplers and discuss this fashionable art form.

Participants will go home with their own stitched masterpiece. All materials provided. Ages 14+.

Required registration begins February 14.

SAME PAGE PICTURE BOOK FILMS Saturday, March 10 at 11am View films of picture book stories that focus on neighborhoods and cultural identity. A snack and juice box will be provided.

LGBT+ STUDENTS: KNOW YOUR RIGHTS

Monday, March 12 at 5pm Join Side by Side (formerly ROSMY) for a community dialogue about lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning students’ rights in K-12 public schools in Virginia. Come learn about Title IX, laws protecting LGBTQ+ student organizations, and some insights into where LGBTQ+ student rights are headed in the near future. Registration is recommended.

BECOME A LEADER: RESOLVING CONFLICT WITHOUT VIOLENCE

Tuesday, March 13 at 5pm Do you want to know what you can do to help make your community a better place? If you’re tired of seeing no resolution and growing issues, join our panel of community leaders to discuss resolving conflict without violence in an open discussion concerning how to make positive changes that challenge the status quo and disrupt the endless stream of constant conflict in our community.

Become a better local citizen and future leader with the ability to make a real difference. In partnership with ReadyKids. Registration is recommended.

CONFIDENCE FOR KIDS

Saturday, March 17 at 1pm This class will show and teach students how to have black belt confidence in their everyday life. Presented

by UpLevel Martial Arts Charlottesville. Ages 4-12 with an adult. Required registration begins March 3.

MEET THE AUTHOR: NATHAN ENGLANDER

Thursday, March 22 at 6pm Meet and hear from Nathan Englander, awardwinning author of the inaugural Same Page selection What We Talk About When We Talk About Anne Frank. Books will be available for purchase from New Dominion Bookshop.

THE HAPPY TRAVELER

Friday, March 30 at 12pm Featured on NPR and the Today Show, nationally acclaimed expert on the psychology of happiness, Jaime Kurtz (Associate Professor of Psychology at JMU), discusses her latest work The Happy Traveler: Unpacking the Secrets of Better Vacations. Books available for purchase and signing.

Recommended registration begins March 9.

APRIL CITIZENSHIP INFO SESSION

Wednesday, April 4 at 6:30pm Presented by the International Rescue Committee.

Learn about U.S. citizenship and the steps to becoming a citizen. Please call 434.973.7893 x4 for more information.

CUPCAKE QUEST

Friday, April 6 at 3pm Spring break may be ending, but the fun doesn’t have to. Join us in our quest to create the most delicious, beauteous, or original confection.

Cupcakes provided. Required registration begins two weeks before program’s date.

SMASH BROS TOURNAMENT Friday, April 6 at 4pm Are you the baddest smash player around? Do you have moves like Sheik? Join us in Northside’s program room for snacks, Super Smash Bros for the Wii U, and a chance at a fabulous prize (plus bragging rights).

Registration strongly encouraged and begins two weeks before program date.

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NORTHSIDE LIBRARY APRIL CONTINUED ANGELS WITH DIRTY FACES (1938): FILM & LECTURE Wednesday, April 11 at 6-8:30pm Join us as we welcome back University of Virginia Associate Professor Dr. Carmenita Higginbotham for a fascinating lecture on the James Cagney classic Angels with Dirty Faces. Afterwards we will screen this 1938 film and light refreshments will be served. This film is not rated.

Recommended registration begins March 21.

THE FRONT PORCH: LECTURE & OPEN JAM

Monday, April 16 at 6:30pm Join us as we welcome Emily Morrison, founder of Charlottesville’s roots music school The Front Porch, as she discusses “What We Mean by Roots Music.”

Afterwards, join in a good old-fashioned open jam session. Bring your instrument or just watch!

MAY APPLE BASICS TECH WORKSHOP

Monday, May 7 at 2pm Looking for help with your iPhone or iPad? Join Clay Sisk, technology volunteer at the Senior Center, as he conducts a beginners workshop that will cover the basics for getting the most out of your Apple products.

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ESCAPE ROOM

Saturday, May 12 A legendarily forgetful Hogwarts professor has given you and your friends detention. Will you escape using your wits and magical learning, or will you be trapped in their office -- forever? The escape room accommodates up to four participants at a time and takes 30 minutes. You can sign up just yourself, or an entire group. If you are signing up on behalf of a group, make sure to sign up each member of the group for your chosen time slot. Ages 11-adult.

Registration required.

Slot A: 10:15am-10:45am Slot B: 11:00am-11:30am Slot C: 11:45am-12:15pm Slot D: 1:00pm-1:30pm Slot E: 1:45pm-2:15pm Slot F: 2:30pm-3:00pm Slot G: 3:15pm-3:45pm Slot H: 4:00pm-4:30pm

BUILD WITH KEVA

Thursday, May 17 at 4pm Drop by the library and build with KEVA Planks. Let your creativity explore what you can build with these fun, simple planks! Grades K-5.

FREE HEARING SCREENINGS

Friday, May 25 at 12-4:45pm May is Better Hearing Month. Stop by for a free hearing screening with Dr. Anne Delaney from the Advanced Hearing Group. Screenings will be conducted on a first-come first-served basis.

No appointments necessary. Screenings take approximately 5 minutes.

Saturday, May 12 at 2pm Learn about India’s age-old healthy, yet delicious, vegetarian culinary traditions with Kumud Vanderveer. Participants will be able to sample dishes and take home recipe sheets. Demo includes health benefits of spices used.

Required registration begins April 21.

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March 13 at 6:30pm May 5 at 10:30am February 13 at 6:30pm January 9 at 6:30pm January 6 at 10:30am February 3 at 10:30am May 8 at 6:30pm March 10 at 1pm April 10 at 6:30pm March 3 at 10:30am

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42 (2013) Northside EVERYTHING IS ILLUMINATED (2005) Central GUARDING TESS (1994) Nelson I AM NOT YOUR NEGRO (2017)

Central LOVING (2016) Crozet NUT JOB 2 (2017) Nelson OF MICE & MEN (1992) Gordon THE CIRCLE (2017) Crozet THE ZOOKEEPER’S WIFE (2017) Crozet VICTORIA & ABDUL (2017) Nelson

February 20 at 6pm March 29 at 7pm March 17 at 10:30am February 22 at 7pm March 26 at 6:30pm April 7 at 10:30am February 28 at 7pm May 21 at 6:30pm April 23 at 6:30pm May 19 at 10:30am

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March 9 at 7pm

January 24 at 7pm January 20 at 10:30am February 17 at 10:30am January 22 at 6:30pm January 12 at 7pm April 21 at 10:30am February 9 at 7pm

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ANGELS WITH DIRTY FACES (1938) Northside BILL FRISELL: A PORTRAIT (2017) Central CLASS DIVIDE (2016) Central I’M NOT RACIST... AM I? (2014) Crozet I’M NOT RACIST... AM I? (2014) Northside OPPOSABLE CHUMS (2008) Central WHAT LIES UPSTREAM (2008) Central

April 11 at 6pm

April 26 at 7pm

January 25 at 7pm February 26 at 6pm March 6 at 6pm

May 24 at 7pm

April 18 at 5pm

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HOURS MON: 11-7 TUES: 1-9 WED: 9-7 THUR: 9-7 FRI: 9-5 SAT: 9-5 SUN: closed

SCOTTSVILLE LIBRARY 330 BIRD STREET ∙ SCOTTSVILLE COLOR KEY: ADULTS ∙ TEENS ∙ KIDS ∙ MULTIPLE No registration is required unless otherwise noted.

AROUND THE BRANCH

REGISTER BY PHONE OR ONLINE Call 434.286.3541 or visit jmrl.org.

INKLINGS BOOK CLUB

Third Tuesdays at 7pm Join the Scottsville Library’s long-running teen book MAKE & TAKE ACTIVITIES club, The Inklings, for a fun and lively conversation.

Enjoy fun activities but short on time? Stop by the activity table for quick and easy projects to do at your Pick up your free book at the circulation desk.

JAN 16: 30 Minute Shakespeare; Romeo and own pace. Materials provided. All ages.

Juliet by Nick Newlin (Part 1/2) JAN: Clothespin Puppets FEB 20: 30 Minute Shakespeare; Romeo and FEB: Owl Be Your Valentine Juliet by Nick Newlin (Part 2/2) MAR: Mini Bird Kites MAR 20: The Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank APR: Hedgehogs APR 17: 30 Minute Shakespeare; Midsummer MAY: Craft Stick Crocodiles Nights Dream by Nick Newlin (Part 1/2) MAY 15: 30 Minute Shakespeare; Midsummer Nights Dream by Nick Newlin (Part 2/2)

RECURRING EVENTS

Mondays at 1pm Bring your quilting or other needlework and enjoy conversations with old and new friends.

TEEN ADVISORY BOARD (TAB)

Third Tuesdays at 6:30pm JAN 16 ∙ FEB 20 ∙ MAR 20 ∙ APR 17 ∙ MAY 15 Help plan teen programs and take action for literacy.

Come 30 minutes before the Inklings book club meeting to voice your concerns and wishes.

Wednesdays at 10am JAN 17 – MAY 9 An early literacy class for babies and toddlers emphasizing simple concepts, SNUGGLE patterns, and unconditional WITH A acceptance. This 20-minute BOOK DE 4 activity includes books, songs, TA E G I L A S ON P fingerplays, and flannel boards.

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Wednesdays at 10:30am JAN 17 – MAY 9 Designed to encourage independent children ages 3-5 to cultivate literacy. Followed by a tea party where siblings are invited to attend and engage in learning manners and hospitality.

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SENSORY PLAY

First Saturdays at 11am-1pm JAN 6 ∙ FEB 3 ∙ MAR 3 ∙ APR 7 ∙ MAY 5 Captivate your little scientist with open-ended play which engages the senses. The children will explore bins containing a variety of sensory materials. For ages 1-5 with an accompanying caregiver. Older siblings welcome.

HISTORY CO–OP

Wednesdays at 11:30am* Join us as we study world history, from 1850 through the present. For elementary age students and their caregivers. *No Co-op on April 4.

ARTWORKS: AN OPEN STUDIO

Final Saturdays at 11am-3pm JAN 27 ∙ FEB 24 ∙ MAR 31 ∙ APR 28 ∙ MAY 26 Offering a variety of craft and drawing materials to encourage creative and visual thinking. Introducing Zentangles, the art of mindful doodling. For adult and school-age children. Children under 9 must be accompanied by a caregiver.

ONE–TIME EVENTS CREATIVE WRITING WORKSHOP

Saturdays, February 10 & 17 at 1-3pm Raven Marie Morris, award-winning short story writer and self-published author, will offer two consecutive writing workshops focusing on the following themes: Plot, Character, and World. Participants will have the opportunity to discover their creative potential, share their work, and get critiqued in a fun, encouraging atmosphere. Laptops, tablets or notebooks and pencils are required. Visit Raven at blackbirdstudiosmedia.wordpress.com to learn more about her work. Suggested registration begins January 8.

COMMUNITY SEED & PLANT SWAP

Saturday, March 24 at 1-3pm Bring your seeds and seedlings and share with your neighbors. We will provide empty seed envelopes and a few varieties to get the swap started. Talk to other local gardeners and farmers to learn about varieties that grow in the area.

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WHERE TO VISIT JMRL City of Charlottesville

Crozet Library

Gordon Avenue Library

Albemarle County Northside Library

Bookmobile

434.973.7893 x2

Central Library 201 E Market St Charlottesville 434.979.7151

Crozet Library 2020 Library Ave Crozet 434.823.4050

Central Library Scottsville Library

Nelson County

Louisa County

Gordon Avenue Library 1500 Gordon Ave Charlottesville 434.296.5544

Greene County Library 222 Main St Stanardsville 434.985.5227

Louisa County Library

Louisa County Library

Nelson Memorial Library

881 Davis Hwy Mineral 540.894.5853

Nelson Memorial Library Greene County

Bookmobile Greene County Library

8521 T. Nelson Hwy Lovingston 434.263.5904

Northside Library

705 W. Rio Rd Charlottesville 434.973.7893

The Bookmobile serves the City of Charlottesville and Albemarle County. For more information and a full schedule visit www.jmrl.org/bookmobile.

Scottsville Library

330 Bird St Scottsville 434.286.3541