Need assistance in learning basic computer tasks? The Franklin Branch has one on one computer assistance available Monday - Friday during business hours. Give us a call for more information.
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Stop by the Carrollton Branch each month to grab a Teen Take and Make Kit! Each month features a different craft, suitable for ages 12+. All materials included, while supplies last. Stop by the Carrollton Branch to grab a Spice of the Month kit! Each month features a sample of a different unique spice, history and cultural information, and recipes! While supplies last. |
3 events,Visit us Tuesday-Saturday at the Courtland Branch for one on one computer assistance! To ensure staff availability, please call ahead. Share ideas, make new friends and get inspired while working on your choice of fiber art project! All skill levels welcome. First and Third Tuesdays 3pm - 8pm Need extra computer-related help? Tutors are available for assistance using our ebooks services and online databases, navigating the web, accessing websites, filling in forms, Microsoft Office assistance, and other basic computer help. Drop-in assistance is available Tuesdays and Wednesdays 4-5pm without an appointment. To make an appointment for other days and times, please call 757-238-2641. |
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Pop-up libraries are a great way to experience the library in small bites! BRL’s Outreach Services provides books, DVDs and FREE Wi-Fi. Don’t have a library card? That’s okay, we can help you with that too! First Wednesday of the month. Check our Facebook page for route updates. 20103 Princeton Rd, Sussex, VA 23884 1pm-2pm Pop-up libraries are a great way to experience the library in small bites! BRL’s Outreach Services provides books, DVDs and FREE Wi-Fi. Don’t have a library card? That’s okay, we can help you with that too! First Wednesday of the month. Check our Facebook page for route updates. 12478 Blue Star Hwy, Stony Creek, VA 23882 2:30pm-3:30pm
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Pop-up libraries are a great way to experience the library in small bites! BRL’s Outreach Services provides books, DVDs and FREE Wi-Fi. Don’t have a library card? That’s okay, we can help you with that too! First Wednesday of the month. Check our Facebook page for route updates. 9436 Mayes Street Jarratt, Va 23867 4pm-5pm |
1 event,Share ideas, make new friends and get inspired while working on your choice of fiber art project! All skill levels welcome. Weekly on Thursdays from 10am to 2pm |
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Stop by the Franklin Branch for ebook Happy Hour! Staff will be available to assist patrons in learning about their device and how to download the library's digital materials. Patrons may request an appointment to ensure availability or stop by each Friday from 10-11am for assistance. |
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Join us at the Carrollton Branch for a presentation on the history of Isle of Wight County during the American Revolution, presented by the Isle of Wight County Museum. Historical artifacts from the museum will also be available to browse. This event is free and open to the public- registration is not required. |
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3 events,Need assistance in learning basic computer tasks? The Franklin Branch has one on one computer assistance available Monday - Friday during business hours. Give us a call for more information. |
5 events,Visit us Tuesday-Saturday at the Courtland Branch for one on one computer assistance! To ensure staff availability, please call ahead. Join us for a new lively book discussion monthly on the 2nd Tuesday @ 10:30am! To reserve the monthly selection, please call 757-899-6500. Need extra computer-related help? Tutors are available for assistance using our ebooks services and online databases, navigating the web, accessing websites, filling in forms, Microsoft Office assistance, and other basic computer help. Drop-in assistance is available Tuesdays and Wednesdays 4-5pm without an appointment. To make an appointment for other days and times, please call 757-238-2641. Join us for Craftsy @ Franklin the second Tuesday of each month from 5:15-6:30pm to construct a DIY craft! All materials provided, registration is required, please call 757-562-4801. |
4 events,Need extra computer-related help? Tutors are available for assistance using our ebooks services and online databases, navigating the web, accessing websites, filling in forms, Microsoft Office assistance, and other basic computer help. Drop-in assistance is available Tuesdays and Wednesdays 4-5pm without an appointment. To make an appointment for other days and times, please call 757-238-2641. Flirty Fiction is a book club for readers (ages 18+) of romance novels, including contemporary, historical, romantasy, etc. Each month a new romantic book will be selected to read and discuss. Registration is not required for this event. Please email awatkins@blackwaterlib.org to be added to the email list. April: The Witch Queen by Alexandria Arden (We'll be Zooming with Alexandria during April's meeting!) May: At First Spite by Olivia Dade ... Read More Join us for a new craft project each month, just for kids! All supplies will be provided. Registration is required; call or stop by the library to register! |
3 events,Share ideas, make new friends and get inspired while working on your choice of fiber art project! All skill levels welcome. Weekly on Thursdays from 10am to 2pm
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Join us for a lively book discussion monthly! Registration is not required for this event, please email awatkins@blackwaterlib.org to be added to the email list. You're invited to join us in Waverly for Craftsy the 2nd Thursday of each month at 2pm! Space is limited, call to register, 804-834-2192. |
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Stop by the Franklin Branch for ebook Happy Hour! Staff will be available to assist patrons in learning about their device and how to download the library's digital materials. Patrons may request an appointment to ensure availability or stop by each Friday from 10-11am for assistance. Join us for PAWS to Read at the Smithfield Branch! Independent readers are invited to register and practice their reading skills with a certified therapy dog. Registration is encouraged as space is limited! Call 757-357-2264 for more information. |
1 event,Stop by anytime between 10:30am and 12pm to read to our therapy dogs and enjoy a pet themed craft! Ages 6-11; registration is not required. |
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8 events,Need assistance in learning basic computer tasks? The Franklin Branch has one on one computer assistance available Monday - Friday during business hours. Give us a call for more information. 
Visit your local branch of BRL to learn about summer reading events and the Beanstack Summer Challenge!
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Summer Reading has arrived! To help us kick-off the 8 week event, Teeny Tiny Farm will be bringing all their baby animals for a petting zoo. It will be so cute! Registration is not required; all ages welcome.
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Parents/caregivers, join us for a sweet treat and special craft at Donuts with Dad! (Ages 0-5) Join us Mondays at 10:30am in Franklin for summer storytime! Recommended for children up to age 5. |
9 events,Visit us Tuesday-Saturday at the Courtland Branch for one on one computer assistance! To ensure staff availability, please call ahead. Kick-off a great summer of reading with JB Rattles and his reptile friends! Two performances - 9:30am and 11:00am. Due to space constraints, registration is required, please call 757-357-2264 to reserve your seat! Don't miss out on our summer storytimes at the Courtland Branch - Tuesdays @ 10am! Kick-off a great summer of reading with JB Rattles and his reptile friends! Two performances - 9:30am and 11:00am. Due to space constraints, registration is required, please call 757-357-2264 to reserve your seat! |
6 events,Rainbow Puppets will be in Courtland to entertain and sing-along with you Wednesday, June 17th @ 11:30 and 3pm! Rainbow Puppets will be in Courtland to entertain and sing-along with you Wednesday, June 17th @ 11:30 and 3pm! Need extra computer-related help? Tutors are available for assistance using our ebooks services and online databases, navigating the web, accessing websites, filling in forms, Microsoft Office assistance, and other basic computer help. Drop-in assistance is available Tuesdays and Wednesdays 4-5pm without an appointment. To make an appointment for other days and times, please call 757-238-2641. |
10 events,Share ideas, make new friends and get inspired while working on your choice of fiber art project! All skill levels welcome. Weekly on Thursdays from 10am to 2pm
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Join us for a morning of magic and fun with Magician Rob Wescott! All ages welcome; registration is not required. Tap into your creativity and join us for a relaxing afternoon of crafting every third Thursday at 1:30pm! Registration is required, call 757-357-2264 to sign up or email awatkins@blackwaterlib.org. May- Miniature Bookshelves June - Flowerpot Decorating July - Cocktail Glass Decorating August - Decorative Stones |
3 events,All branches of Blackwater Regional Library will close in observance of Juneteenth. |
3 events,Join us on the third Saturday of every month to learn about the world of Stamp Collecting! All beginner level and experienced collectors alike are welcome! Join us for a new DIY homesteading option each quarter taught by local experts and hobbyists. Registration is not required for this event. The intended audience for this event is adults, but some topics might interest younger audiences. A new topic will be held each quarter. March: Sourdough Starters for Beginners June: Meat Dry Rubs and BBQ Sauces September: Backyard Farming December: Candles and Potpourri |
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9 events,Need assistance in learning basic computer tasks? The Franklin Branch has one on one computer assistance available Monday - Friday during business hours. Give us a call for more information. 
Visit any branch of BRL, June 22 - 27 - anytime during normal business hours, to participate in the Dinosaur BINGO Scavenger Hunt! Teens, drop by to pick-up the weekly take and make craft to enjoy at home at your leisure! All materials provided; pre-registration is not required! Themes include: Dinosaur Egg Dig, LEGO Challenges, Patriotic Suncatcher, String Art, Shark Hoop Embroidery, and a Pokemon Poke-Ball Puzzle Do you have questions about Virginia's special education or disability services? Visit with Stephanie Hoover, PEATC Family Support Specialist, offering parent education and advocacy at the Franklin Branch the fourth Monday of each month from 10:30am-12:30pm. Need a specific time? Appointments available upon request - 757-271-6613. Join us Mondays at 10:30am in Franklin for summer storytime! Recommended for children up to age 5. Join us each Monday morning for books, music, movement, and more; for preschool-aged children. |
7 events,Visit us Tuesday-Saturday at the Courtland Branch for one on one computer assistance! To ensure staff availability, please call ahead. Don't miss out on our summer storytimes at the Courtland Branch - Tuesdays @ 10am! Join us for weekly summer storytime at the Smithfield Branch Tuesdays at 10:30am! Recommended for children 5 and under. Keep busy this summer with 7 continuous weeks of snacks, music, games, and creativity! **Most activities do not require registration; 7/14 Canvas Painting, all participants must register in advance, call 757-357-2264. June 23: 90’s Nostalgia (no registration) June 30: VA250 Teen Trading Cards with presentation by Isle of Wight County Museum (no registration) July 7: Pizza and Poetry (no registration) **July 14: Canvas Painting with art teacher Rebecca Cox (registration ... Read More |
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Dust off your wide-leg jeans and glittery body spray for some 90’s Nostalgia fun! We’ll make boondoggle keychains, play POGS, and listen to (family-friendly) 90’s hit music. Woot, woot! All ages welcome; registration is not required! Visit the Franklin Branch this summer and prepare to be wowed by a unique and amazing hands-on experience with Mad Science! Visit the Franklin Branch this summer and prepare to be wowed by a unique and amazing hands-on experience with Mad Science! |
5 events,Share ideas, make new friends and get inspired while working on your choice of fiber art project! All skill levels welcome. Weekly on Thursdays from 10am to 2pm
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Attention puzzle enthusiasts of all skill levels! Whether you love jigsaw, logic, word, mechanical, or all of the above, you will find something to tickle your brain. Explore America's history through a special film series at the Courtland Branch! June 25 @ 2 pm – Founding Fathers & Mothers (all ages) July 2 @ 2 pm – Hamilton (PG-13) July 9 @ 2 pm – Boston Tea Party, Revolutionary War, George Washington (all ages) July 16 @ 2 pm – Harriet Tubman, Frederick Douglas, Martin Luther King Jr (all ages) July 23 @ 2 pm – The ... Read More |
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Stop by the Franklin Branch for ebook Happy Hour! Staff will be available to assist patrons in learning about their device and how to download the library's digital materials. Patrons may request an appointment to ensure availability or stop by each Friday from 10-11am for assistance. Calling all Pokémon Trainers! Test your skills and battle your deck at Pokémon Club! New and experienced players are welcome. Bring a deck from home or borrow one of ours. No card trading will take place at this event.
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Get wowed by Wagoner Magic at Claremont Town Hall! 4115 Spring Grove Avenue Claremont, VA 23899 |
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In commemoration of our country's 250th celebration, our Windsor Stamp Club leader, and expert, will take us on a journey through local Revolutionary War era history with stamps! Learn about local history, stamps and stamp collecting. Registration is not required! Attendees will be entered to win a copy of "A History of America in Thirty-Six Postage Stamps" by Chris West along with a framed and a mounted historic stamp. Youth ... Read More |
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9 events,Need assistance in learning basic computer tasks? The Franklin Branch has one on one computer assistance available Monday - Friday during business hours. Give us a call for more information. 
Contact your local branch of BRL to learn about VA250 celebrations happening this week! Each location will be offering something unique to help you celebrate the July 4th holiday and America's 250th birthday! Teens, drop by to pick-up the weekly take and make craft to enjoy at home at your leisure! All materials provided; pre-registration is not required! Themes include: Dinosaur Egg Dig, LEGO Challenges, Patriotic Suncatcher, String Art, Shark Hoop Embroidery, and a Pokemon Poke-Ball Puzzle
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Celebrate Virginia and America's 250th birthday with refreshments and crafts! All ages welcome; registration is not required. Join us Mondays at 10:30am in Franklin for summer storytime! Recommended for children up to age 5. Join us each Monday morning for books, music, movement, and more; for preschool-aged children. |
8 events,Visit us Tuesday-Saturday at the Courtland Branch for one on one computer assistance! To ensure staff availability, please call ahead. Don't miss out on our summer storytimes at the Courtland Branch - Tuesdays @ 10am!
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Celebrate Virginia and America's 250th birthday with refreshments and crafts! All ages welcome; registration is not required. Join us for weekly summer storytime at the Smithfield Branch Tuesdays at 10:30am! Recommended for children 5 and under. |
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Help us celebrate the 250th birthday of our lovely state of Virginia! We will have cupcakes and ice cream and we’ll end the party by learning a folk dance that originated here! All ages welcome, registration is not required.
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Spend a little time outdoors with us as we celebrate America's birthday with outdoor yard games!
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Pop-up libraries are a great way to experience the library in small bites! BRL’s Outreach Services provides books, DVDs and FREE Wi-Fi. Don’t have a library card? That’s okay, we can help you with that too! First Wednesday of the month. Check our Facebook page for route updates. 20103 Princeton Rd, Sussex, VA 23884 1pm-2pm Pop-up libraries are a great way to experience the library in small bites! BRL’s Outreach Services provides books, DVDs and FREE Wi-Fi. Don’t have a library card? That’s okay, we can help you with that too! First Wednesday of the month. Check our Facebook page for route updates. 12478 Blue Star Hwy, Stony Creek, VA 23882 2:30pm-3:30pm |
7 events,Each week, join the Smithfield Library for a movie based on Virginia history. Light snacks and trivia will be included. This movie series is intended for an adult audience; parental guidance is advised. July 2nd- Hamilton (PG-13) July 9th- Harriet (PG-13) July 16th- Loving (PG-13) July 23rd- Hidden Figures (PG) July 30th- Remember the Titans (PG)
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Come celebrate the 250th birthday of our dear state of Virginia. We will have sidewalk chalk, lawn games, and treats! Explore America's history through a special film series at the Courtland Branch! June 25 @ 2 pm – Founding Fathers & Mothers (all ages) July 2 @ 2 pm – Hamilton (PG-13) July 9 @ 2 pm – Boston Tea Party, Revolutionary War, George Washington (all ages) July 16 @ 2 pm – Harriet Tubman, Frederick Douglas, Martin Luther King Jr (all ages) July 23 @ 2 pm – The ... Read More |
1 event,All branches of Blackwater Regional Library will close in observance of Independence Day. |
1 event,All branches of Blackwater Regional Library will close in observance of Independence Day. |
