Beyond the Books: Sept-Dec 2016

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BEYOND BOOKS YOUR GUIDE TO PROGRAMS, CLASSES & EVENTS ∙ SEPT - DEC 2016

Central Library

NATIONAL NOVEL WRITING MONTH ∙ Check out page 18 to see the many ways in which the library can help you survive the novel-writing challenge this November.

CHECK IT OUT BOOK CLUB KITS

You can borrow a “book club in a bag” from the library for your next book discussion meeting.

Each Book Club Kit includes a tote bag with 10 copies of a book plus discussion questions and background information, such as author biographies, book reviews, and more.

These kits are checked out for six weeks at a time. Kits may not be renewed. To place a hold, visit jmrl.org/bookclubkits, choose a title, and click on “request a hold.”

If you need assistance with a book club kit, please call the Central Library’s reference desk at 434.979.7151 x4.

Some of the titles that are currently available: Black Water Rising by Attica Locke Brick Lane by Monica Ali Evidence of Things Unseen by Marianne Wiggins House of Stone by Anthony Shadid The Heart is a Lonely Hunter by Carson McCullers The Life of Pi by Yann Martel The Namesake by Jhumpa Lahiri Radiance of Tomorrow by Ishmael Beah State of Wonder by Ann Patchett Still Alice by Lisa Genova True Grit by Charles Portis Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand The Yellow Birds by Kevin Powers

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∙ Fall News ∙ Book Clubs ∙ Early Literacy ∙ Central Library ∙ Fall Films ∙ Crozet Library ∙ Life Hacks & NaNoWriMo ∙ Gordon Avenue Library ∙ Greene County Library ∙ Louisa County Library ∙ Downloadables ∙ Nelson Memorial Library ∙ Readers Advisory ∙ Northside Library ∙ Book Sale & Read Local ∙ Scottsville Library

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

PROGRAM KEY Searching for a particular type of program? Use these symbols to help you find it quickly.

Animals Arts and crafts Book club or book-related Early literacy Film or TV Food Games (board/video) Health and exercise Music Party or celebration Speaker or discussion Teen advisory board Workshop or tutorial Writing

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FALL LIBRARY NEWS Find out what’s happening around the regional library system.

TEEN POETRY CONTEST October 1-31

Do you love to write poetry?

Enter the Teen Poetry Contest to celebrate Teen Read Week.

Prizes go to three winners, who have the opportunity to be entered into another teen poetry contest sponsored by the “Voice of Youth Advocates” (VOYA) library journal.

Ages 12-18.

Contest forms and guidelines available at all JMRL locations starting in mid-September.

One entry per person.

Winners will be notified by late November.

THE GIVING TREE

November 7 - December 5 Share your love of reading with a child. Select a child’s name at a participating library and buy a picture book to return unwrapped to the library by December 5.

We will wrap them and give them to Head Start and local preschools to give to children in time for winter break. Available at the Central, Crozet, Gordon Avenue, Nelson, Northside, and Scottsville branches.

TRICK OR TREAT AT THE LIBRARY

Monday, October 31, all day Children are invited to stop by any JMRL branch on Halloween day for a special treat. Each child will receive a coupon for a free children’s book from the upcoming Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale. Ages 0-12.

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BOOK CLUBS Please see corresponding branch page for book selections and more information.

ADULTS BROWN BAGGERS ∙ Central ∙ Third Thursdays at 12pm ∙ 6 BOOKS ON TAP ∙ Champion Brewing Co ∙ First Thursdays at 7pm ∙ 5 I’VE ALWAYS WANTED TO READ... ∙ Central ∙ Second Tuesdays at 7pm ∙ 5 MONDAY NIGHT BOOK GROUP ∙ Crozet ∙ Monthly on Mondays at 7pm ∙ 12 READ ALOUD CIRCLE ∙ Crozet ∙ First Wednesdays at 7pm ∙ 12 WEDNESDAY EVENING BOOK GROUP ∙ Gordon ∙ Second Wednesdays at 7:30pm ∙ 20 LITERARY MASTERPIECE ∙ Gordon ∙ First & third Fridays at 10am ∙ 20 THURSDAY NIGHT DISCUSSION GROUP ∙ Greene ∙ First Thursdays at 7pm ∙ 25 TUESDAY EVENING DISCUSSION GROUP ∙ Louisa ∙ Fourth Tuesdays at 7pm ∙ 28 BROWN BAG ∙ Nelson ∙ Fourth Mondays at 12pm ∙ 32 BOOKS SANDWICHED IN ∙ Northside ∙ Third Fridays at 12pm ∙ 36 MYSTERY ∙ Northside ∙ Fourth Tuesdays at 1pm ∙ 37 WEDNESDAY EVENING BOOK GROUP ∙ Northside ∙ Third Wednesdays at 7pm ∙ 36

TEENS TEEN BOOK GROUP ∙ Central ∙ Third Wednesdays at 4:30pm ∙ 6 R.A.D. (READ AND DISCUSS) ∙ Crozet ∙ November 15 at 6pm ∙ 13 YAK & SNACK ∙ Crozet ∙ October 17 at 6pm ∙ 13 THE LITERATI ∙ Crozet ∙ Various Tuesdays at 6pm ∙ 13 GRAPHICALLY SPEAKING ∙ Gordon ∙ Third Tuesdays at 4:30pm ∙ 21 BIBLIOPHILES ∙ Greene ∙ Monthly on Wednesdays at 3:30pm ∙ 25 CHAPTER CHAT ∙ Northside ∙ Monthly on Mondays at 6pm ∙ 38 NOVEL NOISE ∙ Northside ∙ Monthly on Mondays at 7:15pm ∙ 38 INKLINGS ∙ Scottsville ∙ Third Tuesdays at 7pm ∙ 41

TWEENS BOOK BAG ∙ Central ∙ Monthly on Tuesdays at 4:15pm ∙ 6 RAPUNZELS: FOR TWEEN GIRLS ∙ Greene ∙ Third Thursdays at 3:30pm ∙ 26 SHARKS: FOR TWEEN BOYS ∙ Greene ∙ Bi-monthly on Thursdays at 3:30pm ∙ 26 TWIXT ∙ Louisa ∙ Final Wednesdays at 4pm ∙ 28

KIDS PAGE TURNERS ∙ Crozet ∙ November 8 at 3pm ∙ 16 BOOK BITES ∙ Gordon ∙ Third Thursdays at 3pm ∙ 21 BOOKAROOS ∙ Gordon ∙ Fourth Thursdays at 3pm ∙ 22 BOOK BUGS ∙ Northside ∙ Second Thursdays at 4pm ∙ 38 ROCKIN’ READERS ∙ Scottsville ∙ Final Thursdays at 4pm ∙ 42

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EARLY LITERACY These classes teach children early literacy skills through stories, rhymes, songs, movement, art, and more.

Please see corresponding branch page for registration and more information.

ALL AGES

DROP-IN STORIES ∙ Gordon ∙ Saturdays at 11am ∙ 21 AGES 2 AND UNDER

BABIES & BOOKS ∙ Northside ∙ Thursdays at 1:30pm ∙ 38 MOTHER GOOSE TIME ∙ Central ∙ Thursdays at 9:30am ∙ 7 MOTHER GOOSE TIME ∙ Gordon ∙ Mondays at 11:30am or Tuesdays at 9:30am ∙ 22 TODDLER TIME ∙ Scottsville ∙ Wednesdays at 10am ∙ 42 AGES 3 AND UNDER

READING RUMPUS ∙ Gordon ∙ Mondays at 10:30am ∙ 22 AGES 5 AND UNDER

BOOKS AT BEDTIME ∙ Greene ∙ Various Mondays at 6:30pm ∙ 26 STORIES OUT LOUD ∙ Nelson ∙ Wednesdays at 10:30am ∙ 32 1 YEAR OLDS

WEE ONES ∙ Crozet ∙ Wednesdays at 10:30am ∙ 14 AGES 1-2

ONES & TWOS TOGETHER ∙ Northside ∙ Wednesdays at 1:30pm ∙ 38 READ & RHYME TIME ∙ Greene ∙ Wednesdays at 10:30am ∙ 25 2 YEAR OLDS

TALES FOR TWOS ∙ Central ∙ Thursdays at 10:30am ∙ 7 TALES FOR TWOS ∙ Crozet ∙ Thursdays at 9:30am ∙ 14 AGES 2-3

TWOS & THREES TOGETHER ∙ Gordon ∙ Mondays at 9:30am or Tuesdays at 10:30am ∙ 22 TWOS & THREES TOGETHER ∙ Northside ∙ Wednesdays at 10:15am or Thursdays at 11am ∙ 38 AGES 2-5

DREAMTIME STORYTIME ∙ Central ∙ Mondays at 6:30pm ∙ 7 ROMP & STOMP ∙ Central ∙ Mondays or Wednesdays at 10:30am ∙ 7 PRESCHOOL READ & RHYME TIME ∙ Louisa ∙ Thursdays at 10:30am ∙ 28 AGES 3-5

ALPHABET SOUP ∙ Crozet ∙ Thursdays at 10:30am ∙ 14 MONKEY BUSINESS ∙ Gordon ∙ Thursdays at 10:30am ∙ 22 STORYBOOK BEAT ∙ Greene ∙ Thursdays at 10:30am ∙ 26 PRESCHOOL PALS ∙ Northside ∙ Wednesdays at 11am or Thursdays at 10:15am ∙ 38 READING ROCKS ∙ Scottsville ∙ Wednesdays at 10:30am ∙ 42 AGES 4-6

BLANKETS & BOOKS ∙ Crozet ∙ Various Tuesdays at 6:30pm ∙ 14

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HOURS

CENTRAL LIBRARY 201 E. MARKET ST, CHARLOTTESVILLE ∙ 434.979.7151

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

COLOR KEY: ADULTS ∙ TEENS ∙ KIDS ∙ MUTIPLE No registration is required unless otherwise noted.

AROUND THE BRANCH MAKE & TAKE CRAFTS 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.

Materials are provided.

September: Banned Bookmarks October: Galactic Crafts November: Six Word Stories December: Paper Envelopes

“I READ BANNED BOOKS” PHOTO BOOTH September 25 - October 1 Drop by the Central Library during Banned Books Week and take a mugshot with your favorite banned book. Tag your picture #jmrlreads and share to celebrate the freedom to read.

RECURRING EVENTS BOOKS ON TAP

First Thursdays at 7pm Meets at Champion Brewing Company.

September 1: Mothering Sunday by Graham Swift October 6: Strange Library by Haruki Murakmai November 3: TBD December 1: TBD

I’VE ALWAYS WANTED TO READ...

WAR AND PEACE

Second Tuesdays at 7pm Sept 13 ∙ Oct 11 ∙ Nov 8 ∙ Dec 13 Always wanted to read War and Peace, but feel a little intimidated? Join us for a leisurely paced exploration of the book with tea, pastries, and casual conversation interspersed with screenings of a film adaptation and Russian potluck deliciousness.

Registration requested.

CREATIVE WRITING GROUP

Third Wednesdays at 6pm* Sept 21 ∙ Oct 19 ∙ Nov 16 ∙ *No December meeting Explore a world of creative writing with activities and prompts to get your creativity flowing. Feel free to share your work in this non­judgmental environment for writers of any level. For more inquiries, contact Abby at acox@jmrl.org or call 979.7151 x4.

Registration requested.

WRITING CRITIQUE GROUP

Second & Fourth Wednesdays at 6pm* Sept 14 & 28 ∙ Oct 12 & 26 ∙ Dec 14 *No November meetings 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 inquiries, contact Abby at acox@jmrl.org or call 979.7151 x4.

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BROWN BAGGERS BOOK CLUB

Third Thursdays at 12pm September 15: King, Queen, Knave by Vladimir Nabokov October 20: Gray Mountain by John Grisham November 17: The Round House by Louise Erdrich December 15: Meet to select books for 2017

CREATED EQUAL FILM DISCUSSION: THE BIRTH OF A NATION Thursdays at 6pm Sept 15 ∙ Oct 20 This two-part lecture series is part of a national series and community-building initiative. Inspired by the 2016 The Birth of a Nation film focused on Nat Turner, the series is presented in conjunction with the Office for Diversity, Literacy and Outreach Services at the American Library Association, the United Nations’ Remember Slavery Programme, Fox Searchlight Pictures, and BazanED. Visit jmrl.org for more details.

CENTRAL FILM SERIES

Thursdays listed below September 22 at 6pm: Carol (2015) In partnership with Charlottesville Pride Community Network October 27 at 7pm: A Ballerina’s Tale (2015)

COME WRITE IN: A NANOWRIMO WORKSPACE

Tuesdays in November at 6-8pm November 8, 15, 22, & 29 Drop in to the Madison Room for a quiet space to work on your National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) challenge. For more info, please visit: bit.ly/jmrlwriting.

TEEN ADVISORY BOARD (TAB)

First Wednesdays at 4:30pm Sept 7 ∙ Oct 5 ∙ Nov 2 ∙ Dec 7 Take action for literacy by joining the Central Teen Advisory Board. Earn volunteer hours by helping to plan activities and events at the Central Library.

Upcoming projects include planning for Star Wars Reads Day in October and a family event in December. Grades 6-12. Call the Central Teen Librarian at 434.979.7151 x4 with questions.

CENTRAL TEEN BOOK GROUP

Third Wednesdays at 4:30pm* *No December meeting Join other teen book lovers to discuss titles chosen by the group. Refreshments are served.

Registration ongoing. Call 434.979.7151 x4 to sign up. Free books for the first 5 to register.

September 21: Virals by Kathy Reichs October 19: The Nethergrim by Matthew Jobin November 16: TBD at September meeting

TABLE TOP GAMES

Last Wednesdays at 4pm* Sept 28 ∙ Oct 26 ∙ Nov 30 ∙ *No December meeting Whether you prefer old favorites like “Apples to Apples” and “Jenga” or would like to try something new, drop by the library for an afternoon of low-tech games and snacks. Grades 6-12.

MAKE IT @ THE LIBRARY

Second Wednesdays* at 4pm *No Sept meeting ∙ Oct 12 ∙ Nov 9 ∙ Dec 14 Kickstart your creativity with the library’s Popup MakerSpace. Each month will feature several projects focused on a theme. Not interested in the theme? All MakerSpace supplies are available at every session, so you can create your own project.

Ages 10-15.

BOOK BAG: A TWEEN BOOK CLUB

Monthly on Tuesdays 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.

Limit: 10. Ages 9-12. Registration is required.

September 20: Three Times Lucky by Sheila Turnage October 25: The Night Gardener by Jonathan Auxier November 15: Roller Girl by Victoria Jamieson December 13: The Boundless by Kenneth Oppel

STORY ON DEMAND Various days and times

Keep an eye out for one of Central’s librarians wearing a sign in the children’s room that says: “Ask me to read you a story.” And they will.

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CENTRAL LIBRARY RECURRING EVENTS ROMP & STOMP

Mondays at 10:30am September 12 - November 14 OR Wednesdays at 10:30am September 14 - November 16 Play with your preschooler in this lively early literacy class of music, stories, drama, movement, art play, and more. For 2-5 year olds with a favorite caregiver.

Registration is required and begins August 15.

Please only register for either the Monday session or the Wednesday session.

MOTHER GOOSE TIME

Thursdays at 9:30am September 15 - November 17 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 6-24 months with a caregiver.

TALES FOR TWOS

Thursdays at 10:30am September 15 - November 17 A fun-filled, participatory half-hour of stories, songs, and rhymes that encourage your 2 year old’s emerging literacy skills. For children who are already 2 with a favorite adult.

DREAMTIME STORYTIME

Mondays at 6:30pm November 21 - December 19 Our regular storytime season has ended, but we have more stories to share. So pull on your jammies and bring a snuggly to cozy up with, and join us for stories sure to bring you sweet dreams. We’ll share rhymes, music, and dreamy tales to get us ready for a good night’s sleep. Best for ages 2-5 with a favorite caregiver.

MINI MAKERS

Third Wednesdays between 3-5pm Makers and Creators, drop by in the afternoon to make something to take home. For all ages with adult help.

September 21: September Suncatchers October 19: Glitter Ghosts November 16: Frosted Pinecones December 21: Solstice Lanterns

SPCA PAWS TO READ

First Thursdays at 4-4:45pm Sept 1 ∙ Oct 6 ∙ Nov 3 ∙ Dec 1 Who has four paws and loves to listen to stories?

A dog from Charlottesville Albemarle SPCA’s “Pawsitive Pet Therapy Team,” that’s who. Drop in to improve your reading/listening skills and make a new four-footed friend at the same time. For any young reader.

LEGO MANIA

Second Thursdays at 4-5pm Sept 8 ∙ Oct 13 ∙ Nov 10 ∙ Dec 8* Do you want to get together with 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. For ages 5+. No younger siblings, please. *December 8 Star Party: Stargazers welcome!

Educators from the Virginia Discovery Museum StarLab bring the night sky in all its wonder into the Central Library. Gaze at the stars in VaDM’s fabulous StarLab, build a LEGO spacecraft, and launch a paper rocket into the moon.

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SEPTEMBER SCAN YOUR STUFF & HISTORY HACKATHON

Saturday, September 10 between 10am-12pm Make digital copies of your old photos, important documents, film slides, and film negatives at this scanning program. While waiting your turn to scan you have the opportunity to transcribe historical documents for the Library of Virginia. For ages 14+.

Please bring your own USB memory device.

ALL KINDS OF FAMILIES STORYTIME

OCTOBER CHESS SATURDAY

Saturday, October 1 at 1-4pm If you’re a chess player or want to learn, stop by the Central Library for some instruction and play hosted by the Playing ACES Chess Club. Open to elementary and middle school students. Registration required. Call 434.979.7151 x3 for more information, and to register beginning in mid-September.

BEAT POETS READING

Friday, October 7 between 5-7pm Tin Whistle Irish Pub, 609 E. Market St. Saturday, September 17 at 10:30am Is your favorite beat poet Allen Ginsberg, Gary JMRL partners with the Charlottesville Pride Festival Snyder, Lawrence Ferlinghetti, or Gregory Corso? in celebrating the beautiful diversity in all our families. Read your favorite selection at this celebration of a We’ll read stories, sing, dance, and create a rainbow movement that is over 60 years old. craft. Best for families with children ages 7 and STAR WARS READS DAY under, but everyone is welcome.

Saturday, October 8 at 2-4pm DONUTS WITH DAD May the force be with you at the Central Library’s Saturday, September 24 at 10:30am third annual Star Wars Reads Day celebration. There A delicious read-­aloud time designed especially will be prizes, crafts, games, food, and fun for all for dads to share with their little dumplins. Donuts, ages. Costumes encouraged! coffee, and juice will be served along with storytime fun. For dads, grandads, uncles or buddies with NOVEMBER children ages 2-­5.

STAR WARS EVENT PLANNING

Monday, September 26 at 1pm Join the Central Teen Advisory Board in planning and preparing for Star Wars Reads Day. Interested teens also have the opportunity to volunteer to help run the event on October 8. Registration required. Call 434.979.7151 x4 beginning September 6 to sign up.

DREWARY BROWN DOCUMENTARY

Wednesday, September 28 at 7pm View and discuss the documentary tracing the life of Drewary Brown, Charlottesvillle civil rights leader, activist and founder of MACAA. Co-sponsored with the Charlottesville Office of Human Rights.

BANNED BOOKS READING

Tuesday, September 29 between 5-6pm Tin Whistle Irish Pub, 609 E. Market St. Celebrate Banned Books Week by reading excerpts from famous challenged books.

READ LOCAL: PANEL & AUTHOR FAIR

Saturday, November 5 at 10am-1pm Join us for a celebration of local authors. The day begins with a discussion about writing in Virginia by a small panel of local authors. An author fair featuring a variety of authors in the area will follow the panel discussion.

BOOK BUFFET: VOTING DAY EDITION

Tuesday, November 8 between 9am-5pm School’s out and the votes are coming in. Join in the excitement as you vote for your favorite children’s author or illustrator. Sit a while, sample some of our favorite books, and leave with an “I voted” sticker of your very own.

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NOVEMBER FULL S.T.E.A.M. AHEAD

Saturday, November 12 at 2pm Get creative and explore science, engineering, and technology with hands on activities. Try your hand at controlling an Ozobot. Compete in construction challenges. Take apart tech equipment to see how it works. Activities best for elementary school children and older. Families welcome.

BOOK MAKING WORKSHOP WITH VIRGINIA THOMPSON

HOUR OF CODE

Thursday, December 8 at 6pm 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. For ages 14+.

ALL ABOARD THE CENTRAL EXPRESS!

Thursday, December 15 between 10-11am Chug into the library and make some tracks. Create unique wrapping paper, cards, or framable artwork by dipping the wheels of train cars in paint and choochoo-ing them on paper. Clickety-clack! For all ages.

Wednesday, November 16 at 6:30pm Learn how to make both a folded-X book and a paper LIFE-SIZE CANDYLAND bag keepsake book. All supplies provided. Ages 14+. EVENT PLANNING TEAM Saturday, December 17 at 1pm BABY ROMP The Central Teen Advisory Board invites all Wednesday, November 30 between 10-11am interested teens to join them to host the Life-Size Sensory and exploratory play for your wee one, and Candyland Event on December 19. Meetings will grown-up conversation for you. For tots under the take place both in person and virtually with a final age of 2 and their caregivers. prep session the Saturday before the event.

Registration required. Call 434.979.7151 x4 beginning November 28 to sign up.

DECEMBER

“NUTCRACKER SUITE” MEET & GREET

Tuesday, December 6 at 4pm Ballerinas pirouette into the Central Library for a special holiday celebration. Experience the wonder of the ballet and participate in a special dance class with a journey to Lands of Snowflakes and Sweets with the Charlottesville Ballet. For boys and girls ages 3-10.

PRESCHOOL STAR PARTY

Thursday, December 8 at 10:30am Stargazers welcome! Educators from the Virginia Discovery Museum StarLab bring the night sky in all its wonder into the Central Library. Listen to a star story and gaze at the magical Milky Way and starry constellations in VaDM’s fabulous StarLab. For children ages 3-5 with a caregiver. Registration is required and begins November 26.

LIFE-SIZE CANDYLAND

Monday, December 19 from 2-4pm Celebrate the start of winter vacation with a life-size game of Candyland. The whole family can be part of this sweet event.

DAZZLING DECEMBER DROP-IN

Tuesday, December 20 between 3-5pm Celebrate the sparkle and magic of the season by creating some of your own dazzle. Make magic with glitter, glue, doilies, ribbons, stencils, sequins and more! For creators of all ages.

A MARVELOUS MORNING AT THE MOVIES

Thursday, December 29 at 10:30am Come join Central Library for our annual showing of The Snowman, based on the book by Raymond Briggs. All ages welcome.

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FALL FILMS Light refreshments are typically served. Please see corresponding branch page for more information.

RATED G/PG

ALL THE PRESIDENT’S MEN (1976) ∙ Scottsville ∙ November 8 at 7pm ∙ 41 THE ANGRY BIRDS MOVIE (2016) ∙ Scottsville ∙ December 17 at 2pm ∙ 42 ANNIE (1982) ∙ Nelson ∙ November 12 at 10:30am ∙ 32 ARTHUR CHRISTMAS (2011) ∙ Nelson ∙ December 27 at 2pm ∙ 33 CINEMA PARADISO (1988) ∙ Scottsville ∙ October 11 at 7pm ∙ 41 COAT OF MANY COLORS (2015) ∙ Nelson ∙ December 10 at 10:30am ∙ 32 COAT OF MANY COLORS (2015) ∙ Nelson ∙ December 12 at 5pm ∙ 32 GHOSTBUSTERS (1984) ∙ Scottsville ∙ September 13 at 7pm ∙ 41 HOCUS POCUS (1993) ∙ Gordon ∙ October 28 at 11am ∙ 23 HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA 2 (2015) ∙ Nelson ∙ October 8 at 10:30am ∙ 32 THE JUNGLE BOOK (2016) ∙ Greene ∙ November 5 at 2pm ∙ 26 THE JUNGLE BOOK (2016) ∙ Scottsville ∙ September 17 at 2pm ∙ 42 NATIONAL TREASURE (2004) ∙ Nelson ∙ September 10 at 10:30am ∙ 32 SHREK MARATHON ∙ Louisa ∙ November 8 at 12pm ∙ 29 WADJDA (2012) ∙ Greene ∙ November 18 at 7pm ∙ 25 RATED PG-13

BRIDGE OF SPIES (2015) ∙ Greene ∙ December 9 at 7pm ∙ 25 BROOKLYN (2015) ∙ Greene ∙ October 14 at 7pm ∙ 25 THE GREAT GATSBY (2013) ∙ Nelson ∙ November 19 at 10:30am ∙ 32 THE GREAT GATSBY (2013) ∙ Nelson ∙ November 21 at 5pm ∙ 32 RACE (2016) ∙ Gordon ∙ September 28 at 7pm ∙ 20 RATED R

45 YEARS (2015) ∙ Greene ∙ September 9 at 7pm ∙ 25 A HOLOGRAM FOR THE KING (2016) ∙ Gordon ∙ October 26 at 7pm ∙ 20 ATONEMENT (2007) ∙ Nelson ∙ September 17 at 10:30am ∙ 32 ATONEMENT (2007) ∙ Nelson ∙ September 20 at 5pm ∙ 32 CAROL (2015) ∙ Central ∙ September 22 at 6pm ∙ 6 CHARLIE WILSON’S WAR (2007) ∙ Nelson ∙ October 15 at 10:30am ∙ 32 CHARLIE WILSON’S WAR (2007) ∙ Nelson ∙ October 17 at 5pm ∙ 32 HIGH FIDELITY (2000) ∙ Gordon ∙ November 30 at 7pm ∙ 20 THE LONG GOODBYE (1973) ∙ Gordon ∙ December 28 at 7pm ∙ 20 PSYCHO (1960) ∙ Crozet ∙ October 31 at 6:30pm ∙ 12 SHE’S FUNNY THAT WAY (2014) ∙ Crozet ∙ December 19 at 6:30pm ∙ 12 DOCUMENTARIES/NOT RATED

A BALLERINA’S TALE (2015) ∙ Central ∙ October 27 at 7pm ∙ 6 DREWARY BROWN DOCUMENTARY ∙ Central ∙ September 28 at 7pm ∙ 8 THE SNOWMAN (1982) ∙ Central ∙ December 29 at 10:30am ∙ 9

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HOURS

CROZET LIBRARY 2020 LIBRARY AVE, CROZET ∙ 434.823.4050

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

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

AROUND THE BRANCH YOU’RE A CRICKETOLOGIST

MAKE AND TAKE: SUGAR SKULL

September 6-17 October 24 - November 5 Curious about crickets? Stop by and learn a lot about In honor of Dia de los Muertos (The Day of the these little insects.

Dead), decorate a sugar skull with magazine cut-outs and colored pencils. All ages.

FIND THE GOLDEN TICKET

September 13, all day or while supplies last How do you celebrate Roald Dahl’s would-be 100th birthday? With chocolate and books, of course.

Come to the Crozet Library to get your chocolate bar and see if YOU are a lucky winner.

LEAVES ARE FALLING DOWN

BANNED BOOKS WEEK QUIZ & PHOTO BOOTH

November 1-30 Whether you’re working on a NaNoWriMo novel or your own personal writing goals, stop by our display for writing prompts, writer’s block busters, planning worksheets, and a plot bunny adoption center.

September 25 - October 1 Celebrate the freedom to read with Crozet Library’s Banned Books Week Quiz and Photo Booth. Find more information about how banning and challenging books stifles intellectual freedom and get a Freedom to Read button when you complete the Banned Books Quiz. Then take a mugshot with your favorite banned book. Tag your picture #jmrlreads and share to celebrate the freedom to read. All ages.

SCARY SIX-WORD STORIES

October 1-31 “Zombie squirrels eat more than acorns.” Share your creepiest mini stories in the teen area of the library.

Write a stand-alone story, or contribute a sentence or two to the round robin story. The final results will be posted on October 28.

October 17-29 Test your nature knowledge. See if you can identify some of the leaves from trees in Crozet’s backyard.

WRECK YOUR WRITER’S BLOCK

CAST YOUR VOTE

November 8, all day Who would get your vote to be in charge? Piggie or Gerald? Stop by and cast your choice in the ballot box.

HARRY POTTER’S FANTASTIC BEASTS SCAVENGER HUNT

November 14-30 Scour the library in search of magical species and discover if you have what it takes to be a magizoologist like Newt Scamander, in honor of Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them. All ages.

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EMPIRE VS. REBELS

December 1-31 Declare your allegiance on our display and take home a book recommendation approved for your faction of choice. When you check the book out, you’ll get one piece of the Death Star plans for your team. First team to assemble the full plans achieves galactic domination!

TEEN BEST OF 2016

December 1-30 Submit your nominations for the best books, movies, TV shows, music, fandoms, ships, and more to be included in our Teen Best of the 2016 review.

Submission forms can be found in the teen display area, or you can email your picks to mengland@jmrl. org.

RECURRING EVENTS CONNECTING @ YOUR LIBRARY COMPUTER TUTORIALS

JOB HUNTING 101

Second Wednesdays at 2pm Sept 14 ∙ Oct 12 ∙ Nov 9 ∙ Dec 14 Call to schedule an appointment Learn the skills of a true employment hunter and Learn how to create an email account, search for information online, complete an online job application achieve success with personalized career coaching from Douglas Owens, a goals and vocational or download an eBook by meeting with a staff development consultant with 25 years of experience. member one-on-one. Schedule a 45-60 minute Registration requested and ongoing. tutorial at a public library computer or bring in your own laptop.

MONDAY NIGHT BOOK GROUP

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

September 12: Nostromo by Joseph Conrad October 3: Between the World and Me by Ta-Nehisi Coates November 7: In Cold Blood by Truman Capote December 5: The Last Picture Show by Larry McMurtry January 9: Just Mercy: A Story of Justice and Redemption by Bryan Stevenson

READ ALOUD CIRCLE

First Wednesdays at 7pm Sept 7 ∙ Oct 5 ∙ Nov 2 ∙ Dec 7 Join in the warmth and camaraderie of sharing stories aloud. Bring along old favorites or new discoveries for the group to pass around and read: short fiction, nonfiction, poems, and excerpts. Come to any one or more sessions. Ages 18+.

LIVE POETS, TOO

Monthly on Mondays at 7pm Sept 19* ∙ Oct 17 ∙ Nov 14 ∙ Dec 12 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. Ages 18+. *Sept 19: Join us after a poetry reading by local poet, Sara Robinson, who will discuss her book of poetry. See details on page 15.

A NIGHT AT THE MOVIES

Mondays listed below at 6:30pm Join the Crozet Library for a night at the movies with theater-style popcorn and cold drinks.

Features include Hitchcock’s horror masterpiece for Halloween, and a delightful screwball comedy by Peter Bogdanovich. Ages 18+.

October 31: Psycho (1960) December 19: She’s Funny That Way (2014)

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CROZET LIBRARY RECURRING EVENTS NATIONAL NOVEL WRITING MONTH (NaNoWriMo) EVENTS Take the National Novel Writing Month Challenge with the help of the Crozet Library. Can you write a 50,000-word novel in just 30 days? It’s entirely doable; come to an event to help stay on track.

For more information, visit bit.ly/jmrlwriting.

NaNoWriMo KICKOFF PARTY

Tuesday, November 1 between 6-8pm Head to the Crozet Library for motivation, resources to guide your writing, snacks, and coffee. Find a corner and hunker down, or meet other writers to hold yourself accountable. Experienced WriMos will be on hand to answer all your questions. No experience writing is necessary.

HALFWAY WRITE IN

Monday, November 14 between 6-8pm Celebrate the almost-halfway point of your novel with some word sprints, snacks, and accountability.

Feeling behind? Now’s your chance to get caught up!

LAST DITCH EFFORT PARTY

Wednesday, November 30 between 6-8pm Join others writers in this last ditch effort to finish that novel. Snacks and coffee provided. If you’re already done, come celebrate, pick up a congratulatory pin, and swap tales with other writers who have lived to tell the tale.

MUSINGS: A TEEN WRITER’S WORKSHOP

First Tuesdays at 6:30pm Sept 6 ∙ Oct 4 ∙ Nov 1 ∙ Dec 6 Join other teen writers every month to talk all things writing. Feel free to bring writing or art samples with you and receive helpful feedback. Grades 7-12.

Registration recommended. Drop-ins are always welcome.

TEEN ADVISORY BOARD (TAB)

(Mostly) Second Tuesdays at 6:30-7:30pm Sept 20 ∙ Oct 11 ∙ Nov 8 ∙ Dec 13 We need your ideas! Join the Crozet Library Teen Advisory Board and help the Library plan and lead teen programs, displays, and activities. Members will enjoy snacks and receive volunteer hours for their participation. It’s your library, make a difference! The November meeting will be a TABsgiving potluck and community service project night. Grades 6-12.

TAB application required.

R.A.D. (READ AND DISCUSS) TEEN BOOK CLUB Tuesday, November 15 at 6-7:30pm

Reading: School for Good and Evil by Soman Chainani Free copy of the book included on a first come, first served basis. Grades 6-12.

Registration required and begins October 17.

YAK & SNACK

Monday, October 17 at 6-7:30pm Reading: So You Want to Be a Wizard by Diane Duane Free copy of the book included on a first come, first served basis. Grades 6-8.

Required registration begins September 19.

THE LITERATI BOOK CLUB

Tuesdays listed below at 6-7:30pm For more mature teen readers. Free copy of the book included on a first come, first served basis.

September 27: Beauty Queens by Libba Bray Registration required and begins September 1.

December 27: Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe by Benjamin Alire Sáenz Registration required and begins December 1.

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WEE ONES

Wednesdays at 10:30-11:00am September 14 - November 2 This is a 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. Ages 12-23 months.

Birthdate must fall between 9/15/14 and 9/14/15.

Registration is required and begins 9am August 24.

TALES FOR TWOS

Thursdays at 9:30am September 15 - November 3 A fun half-hour that promotes verbal, motor and social skills through the use of stories, songs, rhymes, and more. For 2-year-olds and young 3-year-olds and an accompanying adult.

Registration is required and begins 9am August 25.

ALPHABET SOUP

Thursdays at 10:30am September 15 - November 3 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 sibling.

Registration is required and begins 9am August 25.

IT’S BIN FUN: SENSORY PLAY FOR INFANTS & TODDLERS

Fridays listed below between 10:30-11:30am Sept 16 & Dec 9 Captivate your little scientist with open-ended, child-led play which engages the senses. The children will explore bins containing a variety of sensory materials. Things will get messy, so dress appropriately. Ages 6-36 months. Registration requested and begins on August 26 and November 18 respectively. Drop-ins always welcome.

PAWS TO READ

Various days, listed below, between 1-2pm Sept 26 ∙ Oct 28 ∙ Nov 23 ∙ Dec 19 Improve your reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to Lucy. Lucy is a registered therapy animal with the Charlottesville-Albemarle SPCA who volunteers with her owner/handler, Ellen, as a team. Sign up for a 15-minute appointment and bring a favorite book to read. For any young reader.

Registration is required. Contact the Crozet Library for more details.

BLANKETS & BOOKS: EVENING STORYTIMES

Tuesdays listed below at 6:30pm Nov 22 & 29 ∙ Dec 6 As we nestle in for the fall season, join us for these special storytimes. Wear your pajamas, bring a special blanket or stuffed animal and get ready to snuggle in and listen to some great stories before bedtime. For 4 to 6 year olds and an accompanying adult. Drop-ins are welcome.

STITCHES HANDCRAFT GROUP

Last Tuesdays at 4:30pm Sept 27 ∙ Oct 25 ∙ Nov 29 ∙ Dec 27 Bring any 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.

SEPTEMBER INTRO TO DUNGEONS & DRAGONS

Tuesday, September 13 at 6-8:30pm Create your own character and learn to play tabletop roleplaying games. Grades 6-12.

Registration required and begins August 22.

OPEN MIC NIGHT

Friday, September 16 at 6:30-8:30pm The stage is yours! Share music, poetry, comedy, stories, dance, art, or anything else you wish to perform. If you don’t feel like performing, be a good audience member and participate in optional improv games. Grades 6-12.

If you’d like to perform or submit art, call or sign up at the Crozet Library by September 14.

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SEPTEMBER POETRY READING WITH SARA ROBINSON

Monday, September 19 at 7-8:30pm Join poet Sara Robinson for a discussion of poetry and a reading of her works. Books will be available for sale. Afterwards, join the Live Poets, Too, to share and discuss poems of your authorship or another’s.

Ages 18+.

STORY EXPLORERS: DINOSAURS BIG & SMALL

Saturday, September 24 at 10am Stomp into the library for some great stories and fun activities about our prehistoric friends. Ages 2-5.

Registration is required and begins September 6.

LEGO AT THE LIBRARY

Monday, September 26 between 2-3pm It’s time to get building! Join other master builders for an hour of open-ended block building fun. The library provides the LEGOs, you bring your imagination!

Ages 6-11.

Registration is requested and begins September 6.

OCTOBER WINNIE-THE-POOH READER’S THEATER

Monday, October 3 at 6-7:30pm Who can resist the whimsical and enchanting stories of Winnie-the-Pooh? Join us as we read aloud one of his classic tales. Return to the library on October 5 to do the polished reading for our younger Pooh lovers as we celebrate his 90th birthday. Ages 10-14.

Registration is required and begins September 12.

THREE CHEERS FOR POOH! CELEBRATION

Wednesday, October 5 at 6:30pm “A party for me?” thought Pooh to himself. “How grand!” Join us as we celebrate Winnie-the-Pooh’s 90th birthday with a story, fun games, and a little smackeral of snacks. Ages 3-6. Registration is required and begins September 14.

EXPLORE SHENANDOAH NATIONAL PARK WITH BUBBA JONES

Friday, October 7 at 3:30pm Jeff Alt will take us on an adventure based on his new book The Adventures of Bubba Jones: Time URBAN LEGENDS Traveling Through Shenandoah National Park. Help Monday, September 26 at 6:30-7:30pm Bubba Jones and family solve a mystery as you Bigfoot seen at Mint Springs. Alligators spotted in the explore Shenandoah and come face to face with library parking lot sewers. Do you have a tale to tell? extinct creatures, endangered species, the area’s first inhabitants, and more. Ages 5-12.

Can you separate fact from fiction? Join us as we Registration is requested and begins September 19. share our creepiest urban legends. Ages 10-14.

Drop-ins are welcome.

Registration recommended, but walk-ins are welcome.

READ LOCAL: JENNIFER ACKERMAN

HAMIL-VERSARY TEA PARTY

Saturday, October 8 at 2-3:30pm Celebrate the first anniversary of the release of the Wednesday, September 28 at 6:30pm Hamilton: The Musical cast album with this HamiltonLocal author Jennifer Ackerman will discuss her book themed tea party. Learn about loose leaf tea, design your own tea blends, and enjoy traditional English The Genius of Birds, a fascinating demonstration of tea snacks. Grades 6-12. how bird brains reveal a whole new way of thinking about intelligence, including their capacity of abstract Registration required and begins September 17. thinking, problem-solving, and more. Books for sale

by Over the Moon Bookstore.

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MEET THE INTERNATIONAL RESCUE TEEN FRIGHT NIGHT Friday, October 28 at 6:30-8:30pm COMMITTEE Wednesday, October 12 from 6:30-7:30pm Over 225 refugees will be resettled by the IRC (International Rescue Committee) in Charlottesville this year. Learn about the worldwide refugee situation, the European response to increased Syrian and North African refugees, how the IRC supports U.S. refugee resettlement and ways to help local refugees adapt to their new lives in our community.

Test drive your Halloween costume and join us for an evening of creepy activities, including a Halloween movie, a mask design contest, and an evil laugh challenge. Grades 6-12. Registration recommended.

SHARING PHILOSOPHY WITH KIDS WITH MARIETTA MCCARTY

Saturday, October 29 at 10am Join Marietta McCarty, bestselling author of Little IT’S THUMB-BODY’S BIRTHDAY Big Minds: Sharing Philosophy with Kids, who Saturday, October 15 at 2pm will discuss the importance of simple pleasures, This year will be author/illustrator Ed Emberley’s 85th gratitude, and quiet times with the children. birthday, and the Crozet Library is ready to do thumb Afterwards, the adults will be given tools to celebrating. We’ll learn thumb-inspiring things about encourage their children’s curiosity and delight in this award-winning author, create thumb-amazing art asking questions and indulging in rich conversation.

Ages 5-9 and their grown-ups. and, of course, eat thumb birthday cake. Ages 7-11.

Registration is required and begins October 8.

Registration is required and begins September 26.

COPING WITH STRESS, ANXIETY, AND DEPRESSION

Tuesday, October 18 at 6-7pm Learn practical coping strategies to help yourself or your friends who struggle with anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns in this workshop from the National Alliance on Mental Illness. Ages 13-21. Registration recommended, but walk-ins are welcome.

NOVEMBER GATHERING FOR GAMES

Monday, November 7 between 2-3pm School’s out! Meet up with your friends at the Crozet Library for some gaming fun. If you have a favorite game, bring it along. Ages 6-14. Registration is requested and begins October 17.

WRITING SHORT FICTION WORKSHOP WITH LINDA KOBERT

PAGE TURNERS: A BOOK CLUB FOR KIDS

MY LIFE WITH BLACK BEARS

SCAN YOUR STUFF & HISTORICAL TRANSCRIPTION HACKATHON

Monday, October 24 at 6:30pm Writing exercises will get your creative juices flowing as you learn how to use the elements of fiction -characterization, point of view, plot, structure, dialogue, setting, detail and show not tell -- to create short stories and flash fiction (really short stories).

Ages 18+. Required registration begins October 10.

Wednesday, October 26 at 4pm Join 17-year-old Gabriel Mapel, published author of two books about black bears. As an interpretive ranger for Shenandoah National Park, Gabriel will share with you the behavior of these amazing animals and some of his firsthand experiences in this interactive presentation. Ages 7+.

Registration is requested and begins October 3.

Tuesday, November 8 at 3pm Stop by the library to get your free copy of Escape from Mr. Lemoncello’s Library by Chris Grabenstein.

Read it on your own then join other Page Turners for an hour of book club discussion and fun. Ages 8-11.

Registration is required and begins October 11.

Wednesday, November 9 at 6:30pm Make digital copies of your old photos, important documents, film slides, and film negatives at this scanning program. While waiting your turn to scan, try your hand at transcribing historical documents for the Library of Virginia. To scan, please bring your own USB memory device. Ages 14+. Registration requested starting October 19, but drop-ins welcome.

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NOVEMBER PETER JONES, “THE PIED PIPER OF CHARLOTTESVILLE”

PICTURE BOOK FILM FEST

Thursday, December 8 & Saturday, December 10 at 10:30am Bring a blanket and pillows and cozy up to watch a few of your favorite stories on the big screen. Ages 2-6. Registration is requested and begins November 14. Drop-ins are welcome.

Saturday, November 19 at 10:30am Radio personality and versatile storyteller Peter Jones, of “Tell Us A Tale” fame, brings his own special brand of lively storytelling to JMRL. Ages 3-6. GROOVIN’ WITH LU & ROO Saturday, December 17 at 10am Registration is requested and begins October 31.

Join Lucy (Lu) and Rhonda (Roo) for a dance parDrop-ins are welcome. tay, preschool-style! Ages 3-5.

MURDER MYSTERY NIGHT Registration is required and begins November 28.

Monday, November 21 at 6:30-8pm COOKIES & COCOA Analyze the crime scene, interview witnesses, UGLY SWEATER PARTY discover motives and alibis, and bring the killer to Tuesday, December 20 at 6-8:30pm justice in this interactive mystery game. Grades 6-12. Registration recommended, but walk-ins are Wear your ugliest winter sweater and join us for welcome. Email mengland@jmrl.org if interested in hot cocoa and an action movie. Don’t have an taking on a character role. ugly sweater? We’ll have supplies you can use to temporarily uglify any garment. Feel free to bring a plate of your favorite cookies to swap and snack on.

DECEMBER Grades 6-12. Registration recommended, but walkins are welcome.

BOOK TASTING

Thursday & Friday, December 1 & 2, all day Try it - you might like it! Ravenous readers can take a seat at designated book tasting tables to discover delicious new books. Feel free to check them out afterwards. Participants will be entered into a special prize drawing. All ages.

MAKE A GIFT CRAFT WORKSHOP

Saturday, December 3 at 2pm Create beautiful holiday cards, ornaments, and more out of materials all provided by the library while supplies last. Registration requested but walk-ins welcome. Ages 14+.

CRAFTERNOONS

Wednesdays, December 7 & 14 at 4pm Stitch up a fantastic little something that is presentworthy just in time for the holidays. The following week you’ll print up some original wrapping paper.

No prior sewing experience necessary. Ages 7+.

Registration is requested and begins November 14.

Drop-ins are welcome.

“MOVIE” ON OVER TO CROZET LIBRARY

Thursday, December 29 at 2pm Meet up with your friends at the Crozet Library for an afternoon movie (rated G or PG). JMRL will provide the popcorn – YOU bring a friend and some getcomfortable-pillows. Call the Crozet Library for movie details. Ages 6-11. Registration is requested and begins December 12. Drop-ins are welcome.

YEAR IN REVIEW: TEEN BEST OF 2016

Friday, December 30 at 2-3:30pm Dress fancy, walk the red carpet, and fight for your favorites of 2016! We compile the nominations and snacks, you provide the intense opinions and lively debate. Grades 6-12. Registration recommended, but walk-ins are welcome.

17 ∙ FALL 2016

LIFE HACKS AT THE LIBRARY Make your life better with your library card and jmrl.org/databases.

Pick up a new sign SIGNING SAVVY

Brush up on your Spanish TRANSPARENT LANGUAGE ONLINE

Confirm that treatment MAGILL’S MEDICAL CENTER

Manage your money NETADVANTAGE

Get an auto repair estimate CHILTON’S LIBRARY

Uncover a new branch ANCESTRY.COM & HERITAGEQUEST

NaNoWriMo RESOURCES The library is here to help with writing your book throughout National Novel Writing Month.

COME WRITE IN: WORKSPACES Central ∙ Tuesdays in November at 6-8pm ∙ 16 Crozet ∙ November 1, 14, & 30 at 6-8pm ∙ 13 Greene ∙ Mondays in November at 6:30-7:30pm ∙ 25 Louisa ∙ November 1 & 15 at 3-7pm ∙ 29 WRITING WORKSHOPS Central ∙ Creative Writing Group ∙ 5 Crozet ∙ Musings: A Teen Writer’s Workshop ∙ 13 Crozet ∙ Writing Short Fiction Workshop ∙ 16 More resources available online at bit.ly/jmrlwriting

FALL 2016 ∙ 18

HOURS

GORDON AVENUE LIBRARY 1500 GORDON AVE, CHARLOTTESVILLE ∙ 434.296.5544

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

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

AROUND THE BRANCH YOUTH ARTISTS DISPLAY

“I AM THANKFUL” TREE

Interested in having your school’s art work displayed? See a children’s librarian.

October: Albemarle High School student photography December: Venable Elementary School student art work

November All month the children’s desk will have materials available to create your own “I am thankful” messages. We will decorate a special tree and walls with these messages of gratitude for all of our patrons to enjoy.

ROBOT RUCKUS

“I VOTED”

September Read Boy + Bot by Ame Dyckman and imagine what your own robot would look like and do. Build a robot on our robot wall, draw and describe your own robot, and enter to win a free book.

Tuesday, November 8, all day Rock the vote, library style. Stop in and vote for your favorite book character candidate and get a special “I Voted” sticker.

BANNED BOOKS WEEK DISPLAY

Tuesday, November 8, all day Exercise your right to vote for the best flavor. Taste one or taste them all and vote for your favorite. All ages.

September 25 - October 1

MICROSCOPIC MONSTERS

October Everyday things can look monstrous when enlarged up to 2 million times. Play our guessing game and see if you can figure out the everyday item in the electron microscope image and win your own minimagnifier.

SPOOKY SEARCH

Monday, October 31, all day See how many “scary” surprises you can uncover.

Extra prize, if you participate in costume.

POTATO CHIP VOTING

DECEMBERLY

December We are celebrating the amazing Ed Emberley as we decorate Gordon Avenue Library for the winter weather. Make thumbprint snowflakes, string a cotton ball garland, and learn to draw an Emberly-style snowperson. Turn in a decoration to make our library a winter wonderland and get a chance to win a free book.

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RECURRING EVENTS CONNECTING @ YOUR LIBRARY

Thursdays at 2-3pm, beginning September 15 One-on-one tutorials offered once 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 library to sign up for a half-hour tutorial.

HANDCRAFT GROUP

First Thursdays at 3-4pm Sept 1 ∙ Oct 6 ∙ Dec 1 Bring any handwork project you’re working on and join this group for an hour of handcrafting and sharing.

LITERARY MASTERPIECE BOOK GROUP

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

September 2: Pincher Martin by William Golding September 16: David Copperfield by Charles Dickens October 7: A View from the Bridge by Arthur Miller October 21: Julius Caesar by William Shakespeare November 4: Notes on the State of Virginia by Thomas Jefferson (meeting at Northside Library) November 18: Gilead by Marilynne Robinson December 2: Roman Fever by Edith Wharton December 16: The Classic Tales of Brer Rabbit by Joel Chandler Harris

WEDNESDAY EVENING BOOK GROUP

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

September 14: Blue Nights by Joan Didion October 12: The Stranger by Albert Camus; The Meursaut Investigation by Kamel Daoud November 9: Our Man in Havana by Graham Greene December 14: Holidays on Ice by David Sedaris

WHAT’S IN YOUR ATTIC?

First Mondays from 12-2pm Oct 3 ∙ Dec 5 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 donate? To buy or not to buy. Quinn’s will help you answer these questions and more. Feel free to bring a treasured item that you would like to learn more about for the auction staff to review. Items will be reviewed on a first come, first serve basis.

Registration is recommended and is ongoing.

See page 37 for Northside Library dates.

ADVISORY COMMITTEE OF TEENS

First Wednesdays at 7pm Sept 7 ∙ Oct 5 ∙ No Nov. meeting ∙ Dec 7 LIVE POETS SOCIETY First Wednesdays at 7pm Be a part of something big. Plan teen stuff for the Sept 7 ∙ Oct 5 ∙ Dec 7 library, create displays, share good books, and more.

Come and share original poetry with the group or just Snacks will be provided and members can receive volunteer hours for participation. It’s your chance to listen. make the library your own. Grades 6-12.

PAGE TO SCREEN MOVIE NIGHT Registration recommended.

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

September 28: Race (2016) October 26: A Hologram for the King (2016) November 30: High Fidelity (2000) December 28: The Long Goodbye (1973)

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GORDON AVENUE LIBRARY RECURRING EVENTS GRAPHICALLY SPEAKING: GRAPHIC NOVEL & MANGA BOOK GROUP

Third Tuesdays at 4:30pm Come and join other teens to discuss and read great graphic novels, manga and more. Light snacks will be provided. Grades 7-12. Registration required and begins September 6. Free copies of the book for the first 7 to sign up.

September 20: Gotham Academy by Karl Kerschl October 18: The Demon Prince of Momochi House

by Aya Shouoto November 15: Blue Exorcist by Kazue Kato December 20: Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? by Fujino Ōmori

TEEN PATHFINDER GAMING GROUP

Second & Fourth Wednesdays* at 6:30pm Sept 14 & 28 ∙ Oct 26 ∙ Nov 9 *No Dec meeting A beginner’s group for playing Pathfinder RPG (Role Playing Game). Materials and snacks provided, so all you need to bring is your creativity and dice if you’ve got them. Grades 6-12. Registration required and begins August 31. Limit: 6 participants.

November 9 meeting will be at Northside Library.

MAKE IT & TAKE IT

First Wednesdays between 3-5pm Makers and Creators, drop by in the afternoon to make something. For all ages with adult help.

September 7: Non-edible apple printing October 5: Non-edible candy corn creation November 2: “Sitting Pretty” pumpkin art December 7: Holiday Card making for all January 4: Glittery snow dough

SPCA PAWS TO READ

Second Wednesdays between 3-4pm Sept 14 ∙ Oct 12 ∙ Nov 9 ∙ Dec 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 fifteen minute turn. For any reader. Reading times are limited; registration recommended and begins one month prior to each date.

BLOCK PARTY: LEGO GATHERINGS

Third Wednesdays between 3-4pm Sept 21 ∙ Oct 19 ∙ Nov 16 Do you want to get together with LEGO-minded people to build great things? All you need to bring is PRINCETON REVIEW COLLEGE TEST your creativity and natural engineering ability; JMRL will have the building blocks for your next creation.

PREP SERIES For grades K+.

Dates & times listed below A representative from the Princeton Review will be BOOK BITES: BOOK DISCUSSION conducting a test and presenting strategies for taking FOR 3RD & 4TH GRADERS the SAT. Grades 6-12.

Third Thursdays at 3pm Registration is required begins Sept 3.

Ravenous readers are invited to snack while September 24 at 10:30am-2:30pm: Free Paper and discussing a different book read each month. Free Pencil New SAT Practice Test books will be provided. Limit 10 readers. Grades 3-4.

October 19 at 6-8pm: New SAT Results Session December 14 at 6-8pm: New SAT Strategy Session September 15: Horses of the Dawn by Kathryn Lasky Registration begins August 25.

DROP-IN STORIES & MORE October 20: Nightmares by Jason Segal (This is not Saturdays at 11am a horror book, but a fun adventure book) September 3 - January 7 Registration begins September 15.

Add some brain-building to your errands. Stop by on November 17: This Side of Wild by Gary Paulsen Saturdays for stories, movement, and early literacy: Registration begins October 20.

Sing, Talk, Read and Play fun for the young.

December 15: Adventures in Cartooning by James September 24: Special Bilingual Storytime Sturm (This session will include a cartooning activity) November 19: Special Library Birthday Celebration Registration begins November 17

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BOOKAROOS BOOK CLUB: BOOK DISCUSSION FOR 2ND GRADERS

READING RUMPUS

October 27: Mercy Watson: Princess in Disguise by Kate DiCamillo Registration begins September 22.

CREATION STATION

Mondays at 10:30am September 12 - October 24 Fourth Thursdays at 3pm For those younger book wranglers who love to snack November 21 - December 19 and discuss a different book each month. Free books A lively drop-in that brings books to life with participation, song, and movement. will be provided. Limit 10 readers.

Designed for children up to 3 years and September 22: The Chicken Squad: The First accompanying caregiver to encourage early literacy Misadventure by Doreen Cronin and language.

Registration begins August 22.

MOTHER GOOSE TIME

Mondays at 11:30am September 12 - October 24 OR Tuesdays at 9:30am September 13 - October 25 Simple stories, rhymes, and songs for children 6-23 months and caregiver. This special time supports early literacy and language skills by encouraging singing, playing, talking, and reading.

Registration is required and begins August 30.

TWOS & THREES TOGETHER

Mondays at 9:30am September 12 - October 24 OR Tuesdays at 10:30am September 13 - October 25 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.”

Registration is required and begins August 30.

MONKEY BUSINESS

Thursdays at 10:30am September 15 - October 27 Come monkey around with exciting stories, fingerplays, silly songs, and flannel stories. Designed to help independent 3, 4, and 5 year olds practice self-sufficiency and develop early literacy skills to help them be ready to read and succeed.

Registration is required and begins August 30.

Fridays listed below between 2:30-4:30pm Sept 23 ∙ Oct 14 & 28 ∙ Dec 9 Stop by to create with UVA Madison House volunteers. We will have a different project each week to explore, from paper airplanes to sweet sculptures. STEAM ahead with hands on science, technology, engineering, art, and math. For all ages.

PLAY PALS: BABY STAY & PLAY

Tuesdays in December between 10-11am “Play is the chief vehicle for the development of imagination and intelligence, language, social skills, and perceptual-motor abilities in infants and young children.” J. L. Frost. Stop in for some playtime with developmentally appropriate toys. Ages 0-2 years.

SEPTEMBER LIFE-SIZE GAMES

Wednesday, September 21 at 7pm Get in the game! Join us for your favorite childhood games, only jumbo-sized. Grades 5-12.

Registration required and begins September 7.

SCAN YOUR STUFF & HISTORY HACKATHON

Monday, September 26 from 6-8pm Make digital copies of your old photos, important documents, film slides, and film negatives at this scanning program. While waiting your turn to scan, you have the opportunity to transcribe historical documents for the Library of Virginia. Ages 14+.

Please bring your own USB memory device for the scanning.

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OCTOBER

BOOK DISCUSSION: MOCKINGBIRD

BY KATHRYN ERSKINE

Monday, October 24 at 7pm Read and discuss this National Book Award winner.

Saturday, October 1 at 11:45am Then come and meet the author on November 16 Saber Force Academy takes the fun of light sabers, at the NaNoWriMo Author Panel. Plenty of snacking and uses them to teach martial arts skills to students. and lively chatting. Limited free copies of the books Come watch and participate with some basic saber are available. Grades 5-6. techniques.

Registration required and begins September 19.

Registration recommended and begins September 1.

SABER FORCE ACADEMY

BREATHE, BEND, & BOOKS: A YOGA STORYTIME

FAMILY HALLOWEEN MOVIE

Friday, October 28 at 11am Come join us for a showing of a Halloween movie Thursday, October 6 at 3pm favorite, Hocus Pocus (1993) rated PG. Halloween Books come alive in a whole new way as we read, night will never be the same after three 17th century stretch our bodies, play games and learn the fun of witches are accidentally conjured up in presentyoga. Bring a yoga mat or beach towel. Grades K-2. day Salem where they brew a hilarious cauldron of Registration recommended and begins September 6. mischief and mayhem. All ages.

PUMPKIN DECORATING

Monday, October 17 at 7pm Make your fall decorations sparkle by adding some glitz and glamour to permanent pumpkins. All materials will be provided, including pumpkins and a variety of craft materials. You supply the creativity.

Ages 14+.

Registration required and begins September 26.

PETER JONES, “THE PIED PIPER OF CHARLOTTESVILLE” Friday, October 14 at 10:30am Radio personality and versatile storyteller Peter Jones, of “Tell Us A Tale” fame, brings his own special brand of lively storytelling to JMRL.

EXPLORE SHENANDOAH NATIONAL PARK WITH BUBBA JONES

Saturday, October 22 at 3:30pm Jeff Alt will take us on an adventure based on his new book The Adventures of Bubba Jones: Time Traveling Through Shenandoah National Park. Help Bubba Jones and family solve a mystery as you explore Shenandoah and come face to face with extinct creatures, endangered species, the area’s first inhabitants, and more. Ages 5-12.

TEEN HALLOWEEN SCAVENGER HUNT

Monday, October 31 at 4:30pm There are ghosts and goblins hiding all around the library! Find all the spooky clues in order to catch them all and receive a Halloween treat. Grades 5-12.

Registration required and begins October 17.

NOVEMBER READ LOCAL: NaNoWriMo AUTHOR PANEL

Wednesday, November 16 at 7pm It’s National Novel Writing Month here at Gordon Avenue. Local authors Hannah Barnaby (Some of the Parts), Kathryn Erskine (The Badger Knight), Kristen-Paige Madonia (Invisible Fault Lines), Morganna Villaman (Death Match) and Allyson Johns will be here to answer any of your questions about the writing process and have a book signing.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, GORDON AVENUE!

Saturday, November 19, all day Nifty, nifty, Gordon Avenue is 50. There is so much to celebrate. Come by to join the festivities including a special birthday storytime at 11am and drop in fun throughout the day for all ages.

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CONSTRUCTION ZONE

Tuesday, November 22 at 10:30am Backhoes and books, saws and songs, hammers and humor. It is all in the works for a construction storytime filled with building fun and activities. Ages 2-5. Registration required and begins November 8.

TEEN CHOPPED COOKING CHALLENGE: 2-SNACK EDITION

Wednesday, November 30 at 7pm Cook under the pressures of time and crazy ingredients in a professional kitchen provided by the Charlottesville Cooking School. Inspired by the TV food show, teens will team up to cook suitable afterschool snacks. Judges from Edible Blue Ridge Magazine and the local culinary community will pick the winners. Grades 6-12.

Registration required and begins November 16.

DECEMBER ANIME AFTERNOON

Wednesday, December 21 at 2:30-4:30pm Come and join us for an afternoon of animewatching! Light snacks provided. Grades 5-12.

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GREENE COUNTY LIBRARY 222 MAIN STREET, SUITE 101, STANARDSVILLE ∙ 434.985.5227

MON: 1-8 TUES: 12-8 WED: 10-6 THUR: 10-6 FRI: 9-5 SAT: 12-5 SUN: closed

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

RECURRING EVENTS THURSDAY NIGHT BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP

First Thursdays at 7pm This is a friendly group of serious readers.

Newcomers always welcome.

September 1: Me Before You by JoJo Moyes October 6: And the Mountains Echoed by Khaled Hosseini November 3: Meet to select the next slate of books December 1: The Boston Girl by Anita Diamont

FRIDAY FILM SERIES

Second Fridays* at 7pm Increase community. Educate and enjoy yourself.

See a film with your neighbors. Complimentary coffee and desserts served.

September 9: 45 Years (2015) October 14: Brooklyn (2015) November 18: Wadjda (2012) *This is the third Friday of the month December 9: Bridge of Spies (2015)

NaNoWriMo “WRITE-IN”

Mondays in November between 6:30-7:30pm Are you participating in “National Novel Writing Month” this year? Come to the library for the support of a regular weekly quiet space where you can get your daily word count in. Snacks & hot beverages provided. Join a nightly “word sprint,” partake of other encouragements, and meet other writers if you choose. Ages 13+.

TEEN ADVISORY BOARD (TAB)

Monthly on Wednesdays at 3:30pm Sept 14 ∙ Oct 12 ∙ Nov 9 ∙ Dec 14 What’s the most fun way to earn volunteer hours?

Come to TAB at the Greene County Library, and help plan teen programs. Snacks provided. Grades 6-12.

Registration is recommended and ongoing. New members are always welcome.

BIBLIOPHILES: A TEEN BOOK CLUB

Monthly on Wednesdays* at 3:30pm Sept 28 ∙ Oct 26 ∙ Nov 30 ∙ *No Dec meeting Join other teen book lovers to discuss titles chosen by the group. The first 9 teens 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 are always welcome.

READ & RHYME TIME

Wednesdays at 10:30am Session One: September 7 - October 12 Session Two: November 9 - December 14 A half hour of fun that promotes verbal, motor, and social skills using short books, puppets, fingerplays, and flannel stories. Musical activities with movement, using scarves, shaker eggs, and rhythm instruments.

Each class concludes with a short social playtime.

For ages 1-2 with an accompanying parent or caregiver. Siblings welcome.

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STORYBOOK BEAT

Thursdays at 10:30am Session One: September 8 - October 13 Session Two: November 10 - December 15 Enjoy 45 minutes together with engaging books, flannel stories and puppets. Sing and move to music, using scarves, and rhythm instruments. Enjoy a simple craft at conclusion of the class. For ages 3-5, with or without caregiver or parent. Siblings welcome.

BOOKS AT BEDTIME

Mondays listed below at 6:30-7pm Oct 17 & 24 ∙ Dec 19 Come in your pajamas, snuggle up with your favorite animal, and listen to some wonderful bedtime stories. Wear your costume if you choose, and enjoy refreshments on October 24. For ages 7 and under.

Siblings welcome.

RAPUNZELS: A BOOK GROUP FOR TWEEN GIRLS

Third Thursdays* at 3:30-5pm Sept 15 ∙ Oct 20 ∙ Nov 17 ∙ *No Dec meeting Read and discuss great books, and enjoy book related snacks, crafts, and games. The first 15 girls to arrive will receive a copy of next month’s book.

Girls in grades 4­-8 are welcome to join at any time.

Registration is required and ongoing.

SHARKS: A BOY’S BOOK CLUB

Bi-monthly on Thursdays at 3:30-­4:30pm First Fall Session: Sept 15 & 29 ∙ Oct 13 & 27 Second Fall Session: Nov 17 ∙ Dec 1 & 15 Read and talk about great books for guys. Do fun activities. Eat snacks. Registered Sharks will receive a free copy of the book. Open to all guys in grades 4-­8. Pre-registration is required for each session.

MONSTER COSTUME PARTY

Wednesday, October 19 at 3:30-5:30pm Wear a costume -- crazy, creepy, fancy or frightening.

Enjoy monster-themed crafts, games and refreshments while watching old monster movies.

Grades 6-12.

Required registration begins September 28.

NOVEMBER FALL FAMILY MOVIE

Saturday, November 5 at 2-4pm Relax and enjoy the exciting movie The Jungle Book, rated PG. All ages welcome. Butter popcorn will be provided.

PETER JONES, “THE PIED PIPER OF CHARLOTTESVILLE” Thursday, November 17 at 10:30am Radio personality and versatile storyteller Peter Jones, of “Tell Us A Tale” fame, brings his own special brand of lively storytelling to Greene County Library. Ages 3+.

DECEMBER BOTTLE CAP JEWELRY & MAGNETS

Wednesday, December 7 at 3:30pm Use bottle caps, glue and assorted images to create necklaces, key rings, magnets and more. Make something for yourself, or design unique holiday gifts.

Grades 6-12. Required registration begins November 16. Limit 12.

OCTOBER SCAN YOUR STUFF & HISTORY HACKATHON

Tuesday, October 11 from 6-8pm Make digital copies of your old photos, important documents, film slides, and film negatives at this scanning program. While waiting for your turn to scan you have the opportunity to transcribe historical documents for the Library of Virginia. Ages 14+.

Please bring your own USB memory device.

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LOUISA COUNTY LIBRARY 881 DAVIS HIGHWAY, MINERAL ∙ 540.894.5853

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

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

AROUND THE BRANCH PUMPKIN DECORATING CONTEST

October Fun for everyone! Decorate a pumpkin as your favorite literary character.

Rules: Please decorate the pumpkin and DO NOT carve. Turn in pumpkins by October 22 to enter the contest. Voting begins Monday the 24th for various age brackets. Good luck!

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

September: Banned Book Week Bookmarks December: Book Print Mugs

IT’S ELECTION TIME!

November 1-8 Stop by the library to cast your vote for your favorite books and characters. All ages.

BANNED BOOKS WEEK: ESCAPE FROM WONDERLAND

September 29 - October 1 Curiouser and curiouser… Can you follow Alice down the rabbit hole and escape the nonsense of WONDERLAND? An escape room is a physical adventure game in which players are locked in a room and have to use elements of the room to solve a series of puzzles and escape within a set time limit.

Groups should expect to spend half an hour to an hour in the room. Please contact tduck@jmrl.org to schedule a time slot. If you will be unable to make your time, please contact us. If possible, we will work with you to arrange another time.

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

Wednesdays at 2pm Do you knit, bead, make rugs, hand stitch or do any kind of handcraft? 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. Call or visit the library for details.

TWEEN SCENE: STEAM

Second Tuesdays at 4pm September 13: Rocketry (We will make and shoot off various types of rockets) October 11: Worm Bins November 8: Snap Circuits December 13: KEVA Planks

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TUESDAY EVENING DISCUSSION GROUP

Fourth Tuesdays at 7pm Join us for this lively book group. Contact Tiffany Duck to be added to the email list: tduck@jmrl.org.

September 27: How to Be A Good Wife by Emma Chapman October 25: Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel November 29: Arcadia by Iain Pears December: No meeting

TEEN ADVISORY BOARD (TAB)

Monthly on Fridays (NEW DAY) at 4-5pm Sept 9 ∙ Oct 7 ∙ Nov 18 ∙ Dec 9 This is your chance to be heard when it comes to programming at the Louisa County Library. Help plan teen programs and activities! Snacks and drinks will be provided and participants will receive volunteer hours for their participation in TAB. Please call the library with questions. Grades 6-­12.

CURIOSITY DAY

Saturday, September 17 at 2pm Curious George is curious, how about you? Come to the library and have fun learning about magnification, games and stories. All ages.

MINECRAFT CHALLENGE

Monday, September 19 at 4pm Minecrafters! Come to the library for a fun Minecraft build-a-thon. A limited number of computers will be available for use during the program. Please bring your own or register to use one in advance.

SILENT DINNER

Tuesday, September 20 at 5:15pm Join the Louisa County Library for a silent dinner.

That’s right, no talking during this dinner. It will be a great environment to practice some signing skills and learn more about deaf culture. All ages are invited and families are most welcome.

WINE GLASS DECORATING

Saturday, September 24 at 1pm Come decorate your own wine glasses to take home.

Final Wednesdays at 4pm All materials will be provided.

Join us to discuss some great stories, dark mysteries Registration is required. Call the library or email and interesting characters. Collect a library of your tduck@jmrl.org to register. Space is limited. own!

September 28: Mysterious Benedict Society by OCTOBER Trenton Lee Stewart October 26: Chasing Vermeer by Blue Balliett November 30: My Side of the Mountain by Jean CHIVALRY SCHOOL: FOR ASPIRING Craighead George PRINCES, PRINCESSES, & KNIGHTS

TWIXT BOOK GROUP

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.

For ages 2­-5 with an adult or caregiver. Siblings are welcome.

SEPTEMBER THERAPEUTIC CRAFT DAY

Friday, September 9 at 10:30am Enjoy crafts? Stop by the library for a therapeutic craft to do at your own pace. Materials are provided.

Saturday, October 8 at 2pm Join us for games, snacks, and dragon slaying. A knighting ceremony and sword in the stone will be available for the most gallant and truest of heart.

Registration is required.

SCAN YOUR STUFF & HISTORY HACKATHON

Monday, October 17 at 5:30-7pm Make digital copies of your old photos, important documents, film slides, and film negatives at this scanning program. While waiting your turn to scan you have the opportunity to transcribe historical documents for the Library of Virginia. Ages 14+.

Please bring your own USB memory device.

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OCTOBER PETER JONES, “THE PIED PIPER OF CHARLOTTESVILLE” Thursday, October 20 at 10:30am Radio personality and versatile storyteller Peter Jones, of “Tell Us A Tale” fame, brings his own special brand of lively storytelling to JMRL.

SKELETON PROGRAM

Saturday, October 22 at 2pm Come create a life size map of your skeletal system unique to you just in time for Halloween. Spooky snacks, games, and crafts makes this program the perfect introduction to engage and educate younger children about their own skeletal system.

NOVEMBER COME WRITE IN: A NANOWRIMO WORKSPACE

DECEMBER HISTORY FORUM: WORLD WAR II

Saturday, December 3 at 1pm Calling all history buffs! Enjoy this historical discussion about World War II and help us commemorate the 75th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor. There will be speakers, displays, food, and more.

LEGO BLOCK PARTY

Saturday, December 10 at 2pm Do you want to build with your imagination? Join us at the library, we will supply the bricks and you bring your creativity. All ages.

ANIME AFTERNOON

Wednesday, December 21 at 1-3pm Kick off your winter break with an afternoon of anime and snacks.

Tuesdays, November 1 & 15 between 3-7pm Use our quiet space to write that novel, picture book, or poem that you always wanted to write. Coffee and writing resources provided. All ages.

READ LOCAL: PANEL & AUTHOR FAIR

Saturday, November 5 at 1-4pm Be inspired! Hannah Barnaby, author of Wondershow, along with other local authors will share their writing stories. Read, discuss, and connect with other writers and readers in our community. Local authors can sign-up and share their books with others. Please call or email Tiffany Duck at tduck@jmrl.org or 540-894-5853. Local author registration is required.

DAY OF SHREK

Tuesday, November 8, beginning at 12pm Join us for a Shrek movie marathon and snacks straight from the swamp.

SECRET AGENTS

Saturday, November 12 at 2pm Secret agent trainees requested. Details classified.

Double agents need not apply.

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FREE EBOOKS AND MORE Visit jmrl.org/download to access online ebooks and audiobooks, and for more information.

OverDrive offers both eBooks and downloadable audiobooks compatible with many different mobile devices.

Freading offers a selection of eBooks available at all times; no holds, no waiting. Free account signup is required.

OneClick Digital offers both audiobooks and eBooks compatible with many different devices.

Free account signup is required.

Enjoy a wide variety of the latest magazines, through Zinio. Keep the digital copies as long as you like. Free account signup is required.

Visit jmrl.org/download to see more digital reading options available to you for free with your JMRL library card.

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NELSON MEMORIAL LIBRARY 8521 THOMAS NELSON HWY, LOVINGSTON ∙ 434.263.5904

MON: 10-7 TUES: 10-7 WED: 10-5:30 THUR: 10-5:30 FRI: 10-5 SAT: 10-2 SUN: closed

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

AROUND THE BRANCH MAKE & TAKE ACTIVITIES

YOUNG ADULT AUTHOR FOCUS

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

September: Create a Character Folder October: Pumpkin Zentangle November: Vote for Your Favorite Genre December: Creative Coloring

September: Roald Dahl October: Laurie Halse Anderson November: C.S. Lewis December: Poets

AUTHOR BIRTHDAY SHELF

Second Tuesdays, Beginning in October Oct 11 ∙ Nov 8 ∙ Dec 13 In October our tasting table will return. Each month you can sample some old and new books that may become a new favorite of yours. All ages welcome.

There will be an author’s work displayed each month, in celebration of their birthday. Stop by the first week of each month for a fun handout related to the author’s books.

September: Jim Arnosky / Sept. 1, 1946 October: David Shannon / Oct. 5, 1959 November: Lois Ehlert / Nov. 9, 1934 December: Mercer Mayer / Dec. 30, 1943

THE TWELVE DAYS OF CHRISTMAS

ONE BOOK, ONE COMMUNITY

BOOK TASTING TABLE RETURNS

December 5-20 Step into the pages of the song, story, and rhyme of the “Twelve Days of Christmas” and explore each day from December 5 to 20. All ages.

September 1 - May 1 In conjunction with Tye River and Rockfish River Elementary Schools, we begin a yearlong process to choose one book for our community to celebrate.

Check by often to engage in the fun.

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RECURRING EVENTS BROWN BAG BOOK CLUB

Fourth Mondays* at 12pm September 26: Tail Gait by Rita Mae Brown October 24: Test of Wills by Charles Todd November 28: Being Mortal by Robert Heinlein *December 19: Cookie Exchange (takes place the third Monday due to the holidays)

MOVIES MADE FROM BOOKS September 17, 10:30am: Atonement (2007) September 20, 5pm: Atonement (2007) October 15, 10:30am: Charlie Wilson’s War (2007) October 17, 5pm: Charlie Wilson’s War (2007) November 19, 10:30am: The Great Gatsby (2013) November 21, 5pm: The Great Gatsby (2013) December 10, 10:30am: A Coat of Many Colors (2015) December 12, 5pm: A Coat of Many Colors (2015)

ART WITH PAT

Dates listed below at 5-6pm Sept 12 & 26 ∙ Oct 3 & 24 ∙ Nov 14 & 18 Pat Saunders will be teaching a series of art lessons using oil pastels, watercolor pencils, pencils, and chalk pastels this fall. This series of lessons is for adults and young adults. Come learn a new art technique.

FAMILY MOVIE MATINEE

Second Saturdays at 10:30am Take a break from the fall rush for some family movie fun.

September 10: National Treasure (2004) October 8: Hotel Transylvania 2 (2015) November 12: Annie (1982) December 10: Coat of Many Colors (2015)

STORIES OUT LOUD

Wednesdays at 10:30am September 7 - December 14 Preschool children will enjoy a fun half hour with engaging books, crafts and activities, as they build their social, creative and early literacy skills.

LEGO WEDNESDAYS

First Wednesdays at 4-5pm Sept 7 ∙ Oct 5 ∙ Nov 2 ∙ Dec 7 Bring your creativity and imagination. We will supply the rest. All ages.

SEPTEMBER POST NOTE ART

Tuesday, September 13 at 5pm Friday, September 16 is Mayflower Day. It is the day that the pilgrims set sail to a new world. Help celebrate this day by creating a mural size Mayflower with Post-It Notes. Grades 7-­12.

ROALD DAHL DAY

Tuesday, September 13, all day Roald Dahl’s 100th birthday is today. Activities await you as we celebrate this storyteller. All ages.

MAYFLOWER DAY

Friday, September 16, all day Celebrate the beginning of the voyage of the Mayflower as it set sail for a New World. All ages.

JOHNNY APPLESEED

Monday, September 26, all day Did Johnny Appleseed really wear a pot on his head?

Come find the answer and discover more interesting facts about the man, the myth, and the apple that he loved. All ages.

TEEN ADVISORY BOARD (TAB)

Second Thursdays at 3pm Sept 8 ∙ Oct 13 ∙ Nov 10 ∙ Dec 8 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.

Meets monthly at Nelson County High School.

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OCTOBER MAD HATTER DAY

Thursday, October 6, all day Come enjoy some great hats and a little of Alice and Wonderland, too. All ages.

SHRINKY MONSTERS

Tuesday, October 11 at 5pm Get prepared for Halloween by creating a Shrinky Monster using special papers. Grades 6­-12.

NATIONAL DESSERT DAY

Friday, October 14, all day Recipe books galore will be ready for you to look over and find that special dessert to enjoy today.

All ages.

SCAN YOUR STUFF & HISTORY HACKATHON

Saturday, October 29 at 10:30-12:30pm Make digital copies of your old photos, important documents, film slides, and film negatives at this scanning program. While waiting your turn to scan you have the opportunity to transcribe historical documents for the Library of Virginia. Ages 14+.

Please bring your own USB memory device.

NOVEMBER PETER JONES, “THE PIED PIPER OF CHARLOTTESVILLE”

Tuesday, November 1 at 4pm Radio personality and versatile storyteller Peter Jones, of “Tell Us A Tale” fame, brings his own special brand of lively storytelling to JMRL. All ages.

KING TUT DAY

Friday, November 4, all day Discover treasures from Ancient Egypt on a book display and try our special quiz. All ages.

CUPCAKE WARS

Monday, November 7 at 5pm It’s cupcake decorating time and we have a panel of judges ready to award the winner of Thanksgiving Cupcake War. In order to prepare for this event you must pre-register and pick up a packet of information before November 1. Grades 6­-12.

Registration is required and begins November 1.

TAKE A HIKE

Tuesday, November 15 at 4-5pm National “Take a Hike Day” is in two days. Come and get prepared. We will be decorating walking sticks and making trail mix. Grades K-5. Limit: 12.

Registration is required and begins November 1.

TAKE A HIKE DAY

Thursday, November 17, all day Get prepared for a fall hike in the woods. We will have information on hiking in the area and some special tips to make your hike great. All ages.

DECEMBER HOLIDAY CRAFT TIME: GINGERBREAD HOUSES

Tuesday, December 6 at 4-5pm Get creative and build your own “home, sweet, home.” All ages. Limit: 24.

Registration is required and begins November 29.

HOLIDAY VACATION FAMILY MOVIE Tuesday, December 27 at 2pm Come and relax after the rush of the holidays with the movie Arthur Christmas.

NOON YEAR’S EVE PARTY

Saturday, December 31 at 11am Say goodbye to 2016 and hello to 2017 at this special event. All ages.

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FIND YOUR NEXT FAVORITE BOOK

GROW. LEARN. CONNECT.

JMRL READS

The JMRL Blog

The JMRL Wiki

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.

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.

WHAT DO I READ NEXT? 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: bit.ly/jmrlreading. 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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NORTHSIDE LIBRARY 705 W. RIO RD, CHARLOTTESVILLE ∙ 434.973.7893

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

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

AROUND THE BRANCH MAKE & TAKE CRAFTS

OZOBOTS

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

September: Banned Books Week burning bookmark October: Pumpkins November: Make a house December: Recycled envelopes

Northside has Ozobot kits available for checkout within the library! Ozobots are tiny robots you program by drawing. Ask for more information at the Teen Desk. Ages 11-18.

Ozobots can only be used in the Teen Room. Must have a library card in good standing.

NORTHSIDE MAKERSPACE

Hang out with your friends in Northside’s Game Corner. The Game Corner has a Wii with Mario Kart, Smash Bros Brawl, and Wii Sports. Ask for more information at the Teen Desk. Age 11-18.

Must have a library card in good standing.

Tuesdays at 6-8pm, Thursdays at 3-5pm, & Saturdays at 10:30am-12:30pm Northside’s makerspace includes a 3D printer studio with Makerbot software & a recording studio.

Recording equipment includes a microphone, amp, keyboard, and laptops with GarageBand loaded on them. Both spaces are free to use. Contact the Teen Desk for more information. Ages 11+; patrons 11-15 must be accompanied by adult 16 or older.

Registration required.

GAME CORNER

ALL HALLOW’S READ BOOK SWAP

October Too old to trick or treat? Celebrate Halloween by sharing books instead of candy. Inspired by author Neil Gaiman’s campaign to make Halloween a holiday of book-giving, there will be a book swap in the Northside Teen Room all October long. Teens can bring in their old books and leave with a new favorite. Donate only YA titles, please. Ages 11-18.

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RECURRING EVENTS CONNECTING @ YOUR LIBRARY

Tuesdays & Thursdays at 2-4pm 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 973-7893 x4 to sign up for a half-hour tutorial.

STITCHES

First & Third Tuesdays at 1pm Like to knit, crochet, or do needlework? Get together with others who enjoy the same activity. Bring your project and visit while you work.

TECH TUTORS

First Tuesdays at 1-2pm Trevor Williams from Cville Tech Tutors leads a “hands-on” technology program for iPhones and iPads on the first Tuesday of each month.

Registration is ongoing. Class size is limited.

September 6: iPhone and iPad Basics October 4: Organizing Your Digital Life November 1: Discovering New Apps December 6: Photo Basics

AGING GRACEFULLY

Wednesdays listed below at 6:30pm Presented by Doris W. Gelbman, Esq. Elder Law Attorney, Gelbman Law Practice PLLC. Registration is ongoing.

September 28: Staying in Your Home: What are the practical, health, and financial considerations that you need to consider in order to stay in your home as your grow older? What resources need to be researched and planned for?

October 26: Independent and Continuing Care Retirement Communities: These communities are springing up all over, and many are advertised like luxury, country club living for the rest of your life. Is that the reality? This might be a great option for you, and... it might not be.

December 7: Assisted Living and Nursing Facilities - What’s the Diff?

Learn about the differences between Assisted Living and Memory Care, health and rehab facilities and nursing facilities. What are the differences? What does it cost? Who pays?

WEDNESDAY EVENING BOOK GROUP

Third Wednesdays at 7-8:30pm GROWN-UP GAME NIGHT September 21: Sula by Toni Morrison Fourth Mondays at 6:30-8:45pm October 19: All the King’s Men by Robert Penn Connect with other adults during an evening of board Warren (Revised Edition) November 16: Between the World and Me by Tagames and refreshments. Games to play include Nehisi Coates classic standards and modern favorites, and each December: No meeting session will feature tutorials for a different game!

September 26: Compounded: This board game has BOOKS SANDWICHED IN players take on the role of chemists, racing against Third Fridays at 12pm each other to build chemical compounds atom by A book review, usually of non-fiction titles, presented atom before inevitable lab fires and explosions. by a guest speaker. It is not necessary to have read October 24: Evolution: Become a guiding force of the book to attend the program. nature as you assign traits to emerging species, in order to create the most successful species on the October 21: Princes at War: The bitter battle inside planet. Watch out for other players’ carnivores.

Britain’s Royal family during the darkest days of November 28: Betrayal at House on the Hill: WWII by Deborah Cadbury Widow’s Walk. In this expansion to the popular horror November 18: Nothing to Envy: Ordinary lives in game, players are exploring a haunted house. You North Korea by Barbara Demick must discover rooms and try to strengthen your December 16: Valiant Ambition: George position as best you can, because at some point, Washington, Benedict Arnold and the fate of the one of you will betray the others and unleash a American Revolution by Nathaniel Philbrick supernatural horror.

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NORTHSIDE LIBRARY RECURRING EVENTS MYSTERY BOOK GROUP

Fourth Tuesdays at 1-2pm If you like mysteries and spy thrillers, join like-minded readers in Northside’s newest book group.

September 27: Death at La Fenice by Donna Leon October 25: A Coffin for Dimitrios by Eric Ambler November 22: The Lighthouse by P.D. James December: No meeting

@ YOUR LIBRARY

First Wednesdays at 6:30pm A program series consisting of a variety of craft and informational programs. Ages 14+.

October 5: Build a Website: Learn how to set up a free Wordpress website with help from library staff.

You’ll create an account and customize the theme and other page details.

Required registration begins September 14.

WHAT’S IN YOUR ATTIC? November 2: Book Crafts: Up-cycle, re-create, and Third Mondays at 12pm enjoy again! Join us for our first project. We’re reSept 19 ∙ Oct 17 ∙ Nov 21 purposing an old book into a memory box. Perfect for Everyone has too much stuff and no one knows what your treasures, or to give as a gift. Come prepared to craft! All materials provided. to do with it. Your kids don’t want it and Craigslist Required registration begins October 12. is too much work. Let the staff at Quinn’s Auction December 7: Holiday Craft Extravaganza: Want Galleries offer tips and tricks to help you with the to make some gifts for the holidays? We’ll have difficult process of downsizing. To keep or not to different stations with different craft choices. Make keep? To paint or to refinish? To sell or to donate?

To buy or not to buy? Skip Usry will help you answer one or make them all. We’ll even have some holiday refreshments for you to enjoy. these questions and more. Feel free to bring a Required registration begins November 16. treasured item that you would like to learn more about for him to review. Items will be reviewed on a MAKING & PRINTING 3D OBJECTS first come, first served basis.

September 28 at 6:30-8:45pm Registration is recommended and is ongoing.

November 19 at 2:30-4:45pm DIGGING FOR YOUR ROOTS Curious about the library’s 3D printer, but aren’t Dates listed below at 6:30-8:30pm sure where to begin? Join library staff as they demonstrate how to create an object using Susan Emert, Central Virginia Genealogical Association, will teach you how to use Ancestry.com TinkerCAD or select an object using Thingiverse and then print it using the library’s 3D printer. Be sure to and Heritage Quest, databases available on our bring your questions! Registration is recommended website, to help you in your genealogical research.

Classes will be held in our Computer Classroom and and begins 3 weeks prior to the program. will include one hour of instruction and one hour of ANIME CLUB research time.

Monthly on Mondays at 6:30-8pm September 14: Crossing the Pond Part 2: Websites Sept 12 ∙ Oct 3 ∙ Nov 7 ∙ Dec 5 to help take you home Explore Japanese culture and watch episodes of Registration is required and begins on August 24. your favorite anime with friends, while enjoying November 9: Looking For Your Female Ancestors snacks and Pocky. Show ratings range from TV-G to Registration is required and begins on October 19.

TV-14.

GAME NIGHT

Monthly on Mondays at 6:30-8pm Sept 19 ∙ Oct 17 ∙ Nov 14 ∙ Dec 12 Wii U, XBox Kinect, board games, and snacks. Come with a friend or meet new people. Grades 6-12.

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TEEN ADVISORY BOARD (TAB)

Monthly on Wednesdays at 5-6pm Sept 14 ∙ Oct 12 ∙ Nov 9 ∙ Dec 14 Come be a part of the Northside Teen Advisory Board. Help create displays, plan programs and activities while earning volunteer hours. Enjoy snacks and meet new people. Grades 6-12.

Registration is recommended but not required.

CHAPTER CHAT BOOK CLUB

Monthly on Mondays at 6-7pm Sept 26 ∙ Oct 24 ∙ Nov 28 Come discuss books and do a related activity while enjoying free snacks. We will be reading a different title each month. Grades 6-8. Required registration for fall season begins on September 1. First 10 registered will receive a free copy of the book.

NOVEL NOISE BOOK CLUB

Monthly on Mondays at 7:15-8:15pm Sept 26 ∙ Oct 24 ∙ Nov 28 Come discuss books and do a related activity while enjoying free snacks. Each teen will read a book relating to the monthly theme to discuss with the club. Grades 9-12. Required registration for the fall season begins September 1.

NORTHSIDE MINECRAFT CLUB

Third Tuesdays at 4:30-5:30pm Sept 20 ∙ Oct 18 ∙ Nov 15 Minecrafters, join us for a different challenge each month from the comfort of home. The server will be open for approved users. To play, stop by a youth services desk to pick up an application. Parent/ guardian’s signature is required. 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 teen room on a limited number of guest accounts begins two weeks before event date.

PRESCHOOL PALS

Wednesdays at 11am September 14 - November 16 OR Thursdays at 10:15am September 15 - November 17 30 minutes of stories, songs, and fingerplays designed for 3, 4, and 5 year olds who are ready to enjoy independent learning. Registration for the 10week session is required and begins August 31.

ONES & TWOS TOGETHER

Wednesdays at 1:30pm September 14 - November 16 Ready to bounce on up from Babies and Books?

Enjoy a mix of stories, music, and movement designed for one and two year olds with an accompanying adult. Siblings welcome.

BABIES & BOOKS

Thursdays at 1:30pm September 15 - November 17 Caregivers and babies are invited for stories, songs and fingerplays. For babies up to 18 months with accompanying adult.

LEGO MANIA

First Thursdays at 4pm Sept 1 ∙ Oct 6 ∙ Nov 3 ∙ Dec 1 Do you want to get together with LEGO-minded people to build great things? All you need to bring is your creativity and natural engineering ability; we supply the building blocks! For children ages 5+.

BOOK BUGS BOOK GROUP

Second Thursdays at 4pm Join us for a 45-minute session of chatting about books, snacks, and a fun activity. Books will be provided to the first 20 kids to sign up. Grades 3-5.

September 8: Pie by Sarah Weeks Registration begins August 11.

TWOS & THREES TOGETHER October 13: Circus Mirandus by Cassie Beasley Wednesdays at 10:15am Registration begins September 8.

September 14 - November 16 November 10: The Puzzling World of Winston Breen OR

by Eric Berlin Thursdays at 11am Registration begins October 13.

September 15 - November 17 December 8: Secret Coders by Gene Luen Yang 30 minutes of stories, songs, and fingerplays and Mike Holmes designed for 2 and 3 year olds with an accompanying Registration begins November 10. adult. Registration is required and begins August 31.

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SEPTEMBER INTERNATIONAL TALK LIKE A PIRATE DAY

Monday, September 19, all day Don’t just talk like a pirate, look like one! Drop by the Children’s or Teen Desks to pick up a (temporary) tattoo.

FAIRY HOUSES

Tuesday, September 27 at 6:30pm A child must sign up with an adult to build one house together. Using mosses, sticks, acorns, and other natural materials, create a little dwelling for the fairy living in your house or garden.

Registration required and begins September 13.

PETER JONES, “THE PIED PIPER OF CHARLOTTESVILLE” Thursday, September 29 at 4pm Radio personality and versatile storyteller Peter Jones, of “Tell Us A Tale” fame, brings his own special brand of lively storytelling to JMRL. Suggested for ages 3-6.

OCTOBER TRICK OR TREAT AT THE LIBRARY

Monday, October 31, all day Children are invited to stop by any JMRL branch on Halloween day for a special treat. Each child will receive a coupon for a free children’s book from the upcoming Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale.

Ages 0-12.

NOVEMBER CITIZENSHIP INFORMATION SESSION

DECEMBER COSPLAY PARTY

Monday, December 5 at 6:30-8pm Join us for a special edition of Anime Club. Dress up as your favorite character, or borrow one of the library’s yukata for the evening. For those who come in costume, there will be a contest to determine the winner of a fabulous prize. Grades 6-12.

CHARLOTTESVILLE BALLET PRESENTS: “NUTCRACKER SUITE” MEET & GREET

Wednesday, December 7 at 4pm Ballerinas pirouette into Northside Library for a special holiday celebration. For dancers ages 3-11.

Registration required and begins November 23.

STUDY BREAK

December 12-15 at 4-6pm Do you have exams before Winter Break, or need to start studying for ones when you return? Perhaps you need to get started on school projects, or need to relieve some stress. Come to the Northside Teen room for study snacks and relaxing activities while you study.

FAMILY ART DROP-IN

Thursday, December 15 between 3:30-5:30pm Families are invited to make a non-edible gingerbread house. Great art can be messy, so come dressed to create at the library. We’ll pull out all the glitter and glue for loads of fun. For children up to age 12.

SILVER SCREEN SMASH

Monday, December 19 at 6:30-8pm Celebrate the start of winter break with friends, snacks and a movie. Fandom-inspired treats will be provided. Movie will be PG-13. Grades 6-12.

Wednesday, November 30 at 6:30pm Presented by The International Rescue Committee.

Learn about U.S. citizenship and the steps to becoming a citizen.

Call the Information Desk at 973-7893 x4 to register.

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FRIENDS FALL BOOK SALE NOVEMBER 5-13 AT 10AM-7PM GORDON AVENUE LIBRARY Members only pre-sale: November 4 at 5-7pm Half-price days: November 12 & 13 Fabulous books, recordings, games and puzzles, and ephemera of all types will be available. As in past years, the public is invited to jump start your holiday shopping, with a wide selection of great books at great prices for a great cause.

No scanners or other electronic devices are permitted during the first three hours (10am to 1pm) of the first day of the book sale on Saturday, November 7.

Proceeds benefit programs and services of the Jefferson-Madison Regional Library.

MEET LOCAL AUTHORS JENNIFER ACKERMAN September 28 at 6:30pm Crozet Library Local author Jennifer Ackerman will discuss her book The Genius of Birds, a fascinating demonstration of how bird brains reveal a whole new way of thinking about intelligence, including their capacity of abstract thinking, problem-solving, and more. Books for sale by Over the Moon Bookstore.

AUTHOR PANELS & FAIRS Join us for a celebration of local authors. The event begins with a discussion about writing in Virginia by a small panel of local authors. An author fair featuring a variety of authors in the area will follow some of the panel discussions. Check the corresponding branch page listed below for more details.

Central ∙ November 5 at 10am-1pm ∙ 8 Gordon ∙ November 16 at 7pm ∙ 23 Louisa ∙ November 5 at 1-4pm ∙ 29

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HOURS

SCOTTSVILLE LIBRARY 330 BIRD ST, SCOTTSVILLE ∙ 434.286.3541

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

COLOR KEY: ADULTS ∙ TEENS ∙ KIDS ∙ MULTIPLE AGE GROUPS No registration is required unless otherwise noted.

AROUND THE BRANCH MAKE & TAKE ACTIVITIES Enjoy fun activities but short on time? Stop by the activity table for quick and easy projects to do at your own pace. Materials provided. All ages.

November: Pokemon and Minecraft Coloring Sheets December: Duct Tape Crafts

VOTE! ELECTION DAY AT THE LIBRARY

Tuesday, November 8 at 1-9pm Cast your ballot for your favorite Mo Willems character and get a sticker and bookmark. Who is your favorite candidate? Piggie, Pigeon, Trixie, Gerald?

RECURRING EVENTS HANDCRAFT GROUP

TEEN ADVISORY BOARD (TAB)

QUILTING & NEEDLECRAFT GROUP

THE INKLINGS: A BOOK CLUB

Thursdays at 10am If you’re crafty, this is the group for you. Come swap ideas, learn new skills, or just enjoy the conversations. Bring a project in progress, or the supplies you need to get started.

Mondays at 1-3pm Bring your quilting or other needlework and enjoy conversations with old and new friends.

TEEN MOVIE CLUB

Second Tuesdays at 7pm Popcorn will be served. Discussion follows the viewing. Grades 6-12.

September 13: Ghostbusters (1984) October 11: Cinema Paradiso (1990) November 8: All the President’s Men (1976)

Third Tuesdays at 6:30pm Sept 20 ∙ Oct 18 ∙ Nov 15 ∙ Dec 20 Help plan teen programs. Come 30 minutes before the Inklings book club meeting to voice your concerns and wishes.

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

Pick up your free book at the circulation desk.

Grades 6-12.

September 20: Because It Is Bitter and Because It Is My Heart by Joyce Carol Oates October 18: House of the Scorpion by Nancy Farmer November 15: A Tree Grows in Brooklyn by Betty Smith December 20: Between the World and Me by TaNehisi Coates

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YOGA FOR TEENS

Tuesdays listed below at 7pm Sept 27 ∙ Oct 4 & 25 ∙ Nov 1 Yoga is not just a fun exercise to tone your muscles and increase your flexibility; it’s a great tool for self-expression, relaxation, and nurturing healthy self-esteem. Bring a mat if you have one and wear stretchy clothing. Grades 6-12.

Registration is required and begins September 8.

Limited to ten participants.

TODDLER TIME

Wednesdays at 10am September 21 - December 14 A program for babies and toddlers emphasizing simple concepts, patterns, and unconditional acceptance. This 20-minute activity includes books, songs, fingerplays, and flannel board stories.

READING ROCKS

PUPPY LOVE: AVA, THE THERAPY DOG

Thursdays at 2:30-3pm Make a new friend and improve your reading skills by reading aloud to Ava. For any young reader.

LEGO ENTHUSIASTS

Saturdays listed below between 11am-3pm Sept 24 ∙ Oct 15 We supply plenty of LEGOs. All you need to bring is your creativity, engineering abilities and friends and family for hours of fun. Grades K+.

SATURDAY FAMILY MATINEE

Saturdays listed below at 2pm Movies are rated PG. Popcorn will be served.

September 17: The Jungle Book (2016) December 17: The Angry Birds Movie (2016)

Wednesdays at 10:30am ONE-TIME EVENTS September 21 - December 14 An independent activity for children ages 3-5. This MINECRAFT PERLER BEADS 30-minute program introduces new concepts and Saturday, October 22 at 2pm ideas, increases vocabulary, improves listening skills, Craft your very own animals, mobs, potions, and promotes reading readiness. weapons, armors and much more. Ages 6+.

ROCKIN’ READERS

Final Thursdays* at 4pm A newly-formed book club for grades 3-5 for fun and lively discussion. Pick up a free copy of the book at the circulation desk. Refreshments will be served.

September 29: A Long Walk to Water by Linda Sue Park October 27: The True Blue Scouts of Sugar Man Swamp by Kathi Appelt *November: No meeting December 29: Paddle-to-the-Sea by Holling Clancy Holling, followed by a viewing of the movie adaptation (

HOMESCHOOL HISTORY CO-OP

Thursdays at 1pm Join fellow homeschoolers as they study world history, from the end of the Renaissance through 1850. For elementary students and their caregivers.

History to be followed by Science on selected TBD dates. Please call Scottsville Library for details.

PETER JONES, “THE PIED PIPER OF CHARLOTTESVILLE” Wednesday, November 2 at 11am Radio personality and versatile storyteller Peter Jones, of “Tell Us A Tale” fame, brings his own special brand of lively storytelling to Scottsville.

STAYING HEALTHY THROUGH THE WINTER

Monday, December 5 at 6-8pm Suzanna Stone of Owlcraft Healing Ways will cover immune-building foods and lifestyle choices that can help keep you healthy during the cold and flu season. We will also cover specific herbal remedies to use during the flu, coughs, the common cold, sore throats, sinus infections, the dreaded stomach virus, fevers and more. There will be teas, tinctures and other goodies to sample and handouts with recipes included. Registration begins November 14.

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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.N. 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