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. Join us weekly on Mondays at the Waverly Branch for stories, music, and friends! Ages 0-5; registration is not required. Join us for books, music, movement and more at storytime! Registration is not required. Children ages 0-5, and their parent/caregiver, join us weekly for stories, songs, rhymes, crafts and more! Registration is not required. |
10 events,Visit us Tuesday-Saturday at the Courtland Branch for one on one computer assistance! To ensure staff availability, please call ahead. Join us monthly for good books and lively discussion! Registration is not required; books available at the circulation desk. Children ages 0-5, and their parent/caregiver, join us weekly for stories, songs, rhymes, crafts and more! Registration is not required! Bring your latest fiber art project to work on, share tips and tricks, and enjoy good company! Registration is not required. |
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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 Join us for Book Bites, where we discuss a great stories, enjoy related activities, and snacks! The first six students to register receive a copy of the monthly selection to keep; call today 757-357-2264. (recommended for grades 3-5) February: Donner Dinner Party March: Holes April: No More School, April Fools! |
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 Children ages 0-5, and their parent/caregiver, join us weekly for stories, songs, rhymes, crafts and more!
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Do you want to be technologically independent, but don’t know where to start with the computer? Sign up to learn computer basics, together we will go over basic tasks to get you familiar with computers. Available Thursdays, after 2pm, at the Claremont Branch; call for 757-866-8627 fore more information. |
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Become technologically independent! Learn computer basics at the Surry Branch. Appointment required; please call 757-294-3949. Ages 0-5, and parents/caregivers, join us weekly for a celebration of reading that includes stories, rhymes, music, and crafts! 
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. Storytime for children ages 5 and under with a parent or caregiver. Featuring stories, music, rhymes, crafts and other activities. Playing is learning! Play is a great way to develop and reinforce early literacy skills. Explore storytime together! |
3 events,One on one computer assistance available on the first and third Saturdays of each month by appointment; please call 757-242-3046 to schedule.
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Drop into the Franklin Library to make memories together while crafting Valentine’s Day Cards together! Craft is recommended for ages 6+ but families are welcome! Join us for a fun retro film the first Saturday of each month at the Surry Branch! |
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7 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. Join us weekly on Mondays at the Waverly Branch for stories, music, and friends! Ages 0-5; registration is not required. Join us for books, music, movement and more at storytime! Registration is not required. Children ages 0-5, and their parent/caregiver, join us weekly for stories, songs, rhymes, crafts and more! Registration is not required. |
10 events,The Smithfield Branch will be closed for renovations February 10-13, 2026. We apologize for any incovenience and appreciate your patience as we make a few changes! We encourage you to visit the Carrollton Branch for one on one assistance during the closure. Visit us Tuesday-Saturday at the Courtland Branch for one on one computer assistance! To ensure staff availability, please call ahead. Children ages 0-5, and their parent/caregiver, join us weekly for stories, songs, rhymes, crafts and more! Registration is not required! Bring your latest fiber art project to work on, share tips and tricks, and enjoy good company! Registration is not required. 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. |
8 events,Are you a pet lover? Do you like to read? Have you ever thought of reading to an animal? Now’s your chance! Come be a part of our PAWS to Read program! You will have the opportunity to interact with animals, and read to them, as if you were having your own storytime! For more information, call the Courtland Branch at (757) 653-2821. 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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Show your love of KPOP Demon Hunters through music and crafts at the February afterschool explorers program! Recommended for ages 6-12. |
12 events,Children ages 0-5, and their parent/caregiver, join us weekly for stories, songs, rhymes, crafts and more! 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. Upcoming Selection: November - Funny Farm by Laura Zalenski January - In Five Years by Rebecca Serle |
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Become technologically independent! Learn computer basics at the Surry Branch. Appointment required; please call 757-294-3949.
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. Ages 0-5, and parents/caregivers, join us weekly for a celebration of reading that includes stories, rhymes, music, and crafts! Storytime for children ages 5 and under with a parent or caregiver. Featuring stories, music, rhymes, crafts and other activities. Playing is learning! Play is a great way to develop and reinforce early literacy skills. Explore storytime together! |
5 events,Stop by the Surry Branch the second Saturday of each month to pick up one of our Teen Take & Make Kits. Available while supplies last! The Western Tidewater Master Gardeners will lead a hands-on workshop about the winter seed sowing method. This method is an affordable and simple way of starting plants from seeds. Weather permitting, this event will take place outside, otherwise, it will be indoors. All supplies will be provided, but participants may bring their own seeds. Space is limited, call 757-238-2641 to register. 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. Join us for a fun retro film the second Saturday of each month at the Claremont Branch! Drop in to unleash your creativity with a fun craft, all materials provided; while supplies last! Registration is not required. |
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2 events,All branches of Blackwater Regional Library will close in observance of President's Day. Join us for books, music, movement and more at storytime! Registration is not required. |
8 events,Visit us Tuesday-Saturday at the Courtland Branch for one on one computer assistance! To ensure staff availability, please call ahead. Children ages 0-5, and their parent/caregiver, join us weekly for stories, songs, rhymes, crafts and more! Registration is not required! Bring your latest fiber art project to work on, share tips and tricks, and enjoy good company! Registration is not required. A fun, interactive experience for children age birth-5 years. Join us for simple stories, songs, and rhymes carefully chosen to build awareness of language and vocabulary and foster a love of books and reading. |
8 events,Put your brainpower to the test! Be a part of our monthly STEAM events and journey through the worlds of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math that are sure to stimulate your mind and get the creativy rolling! Want to put your brainpower to the test? Come and be a part of our monthly STEAM program! Our journey through the worlds of (S)cience, (T)echnology, (E)ngineering, the (A)rts, and (M)athematics are sure to get your creative juices flowing! Please call (757) 653-2821 for more information. This is a come and go event; drop-ins encouraged! (Ages 6-11) January - Marshmallow Snowflakes 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. |
7 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 Children ages 0-5, and their parent/caregiver, join us weekly for stories, songs, rhymes, crafts and more! 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. November - Pumpkin Centerpieces January- Macrame key chains February- TBD March- Beaded potted plants April- TBD May- Suncatchers |
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Become technologically independent! Learn computer basics at the Surry Branch. Appointment required; please call 757-294-3949. Ages 0-5, and parents/caregivers, join us weekly for a celebration of reading that includes stories, rhymes, music, and crafts!
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. Storytime for children ages 5 and under with a parent or caregiver. Featuring stories, music, rhymes, crafts and other activities. Playing is learning! Play is a great way to develop and reinforce early literacy skills. Explore storytime together! |
4 events,One on one computer assistance available on the first and third Saturdays of each month by appointment; please call 757-242-3046 to schedule. Grab the family and head to the library! You're invited to Family Game Day - a great way to spend the morning playing family friendly games! 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!
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Alumni of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity and Delta Sigma Theta Sorority will be presenting on health matters directly effecting African Americans as part of Black History Month. This presentation will be led by Dr. Victor Archie and focus on prostate cancer. This event is free and open to the public. No registration is required. |
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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. Join us weekly on Mondays at the Waverly Branch for stories, music, and friends! Ages 0-5; registration is not required. Join us for books, music, movement and more at storytime! Registration is not required. Children ages 0-5, and their parent/caregiver, join us weekly for stories, songs, rhymes, crafts and more! Registration is not required. |
7 events,Visit us Tuesday-Saturday at the Courtland Branch for one on one computer assistance! To ensure staff availability, please call ahead. Children ages 0-5, and their parent/caregiver, join us weekly for stories, songs, rhymes, crafts and more! Registration is not required! Bring your latest fiber art project to work on, share tips and tricks, and enjoy good company! Registration is not required. A fun, interactive experience for children age birth-5 years. Join us for simple stories, songs, and rhymes carefully chosen to build awareness of language and vocabulary and foster a love of books and reading. |
7 events,Bring a puzzle, take a puzzle, and participate in our community puzzle with friends! To participate: Your puzzle must be in good condition and have all pieces Pieces must be contained and include a photo of the completed puzzle 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. Embark on a Pokemon Adventure! Bring your own deck, or choose from one of our pre-built options, and learn to battle and strategize at any skill level. Hang out, chat with other fans, and enjoy a fun craft! Card sales are not permitted; trading only allowed with parent supervision. Recommended for children 6 and up; families are welcome! Contact us for more information 757-653-2821. |
8 events,Children ages 0-5, and their parent/caregiver, join us weekly for stories, songs, rhymes, crafts and more! 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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Do you want to be technologically independent, but don’t know where to start with the computer? Sign up to learn computer basics, together we will go over basic tasks to get you familiar with computers. Available Thursdays, after 2pm, at the Claremont Branch; call for 757-866-8627 fore more information. |
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Become technologically independent! Learn computer basics at the Surry Branch. Appointment required; please call 757-294-3949.
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. Ages 0-5, and parents/caregivers, join us weekly for a celebration of reading that includes stories, rhymes, music, and crafts! Storytime for children ages 5 and under with a parent or caregiver. Featuring stories, music, rhymes, crafts and other activities. Playing is learning! Play is a great way to develop and reinforce early literacy skills. Explore storytime together! |
2 events,The Parkinson’s Support Group meets at the Smithfield Branch of Blackwater Regional Library the fourth Saturday of each month at 10:15am. This is a local support group for those affected by Parkinson’s Disease – patients and caregivers welcome! Have fun learning all about stamps! Everyone is welcome, registration is not required! |
