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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Visit us Tuesday-Saturday at the Courtland Branch for one on one computer assistance! To ensure staff availability, please call ahead. Bring your latest fiber art project to work on, share tips and tricks, and enjoy good company! Registration is not required. BRL Threads knitting group will meet at the Courtland Branch each Tuesday from 11am-1pm. Registration is not required!
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Join us to count down to the Noon Year at the Smithfield Branch! Celebrate with crafts, party hats, mocktails, snacks, and a balloon drop! All ages welcome; registration is not required. |
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All branches of Blackwater Regional Library will be closed Wednesday, December 31, 2025 and Thursday, January 1, 2026 in observance of the New Year's holiday. Please check out our digital resources available 24/7 - https://blackwaterlib.org/read-watch-listen/ 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. Bring your latest fiber art project to work on while enjoying coffee, tea and great company! Registration is not required. |
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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. |
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One on one computer assistance available on the first and third Saturdays of each month by appointment; please call 757-242-3046 to schedule. Join us for a fun retro film the first Saturday of each month at the Surry Branch! |
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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. 
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. |
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Stop by the Courtland Branch to give our January Guessing Game a try! Visit us Tuesday-Saturday at the Courtland Branch for one on one computer assistance! To ensure staff availability, please call ahead. Bring your latest fiber art project to work on, share tips and tricks, and enjoy good company! Registration is not required. Join us monthly for good books and lively discussion! Registration is not required; books available at the circulation desk. |
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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 |
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Legal Aid will be on-site to offer information at the Smithfield Branch Thursday, January 8, 2026 from 2-5pm. Appointments are not required. 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 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. Join Lego Lab, the second Friday of each month at 3pm, for free build time! We can't wait to see your creations. (Ages 6 and up) |
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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!
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Join us in a 100 Year Celebratation at the Smithfield Branch - a century of books, community and you! We'll have snacks, history, author signings and more! This event is hosted by the Friends of Smithfield Library; free and open to the public!! 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. Drop in to unleash your creativity with a fun craft, all materials provided; while supplies last! Registration is not required. Join us for a fun retro film the second Saturday of each month at the Claremont Branch! |
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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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Visit us Tuesday-Saturday at the Courtland Branch for one on one computer assistance! To ensure staff availability, please call ahead. 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. Join us the second Tuesday of each month for a craft workshop offering a variety of recreational arts and crafts projects for adults of all ages. All materials supplied; registration is not required. |
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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. 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. 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! |
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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 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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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. |
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Welcome to the Downtown Smithfield Story Trail, located on Hayden's Lane, featuring "Martin's Big Words"! Visit the Tourism Office, located on Main Street, to pick-up your passport, visit the Story Trail on Hayden's Lane, and then return your passport to the library for a chance to win a copy of "Black Heroes" by Arlisha Norwood, PHD. 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! One on one computer assistance available on the first and third Saturdays of each month by appointment; please call 757-242-3046 to schedule. 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! Drop by the Smithfield Branch and share your thoughts on all things Smithfield! Town Talks offers the opportunity for residents to discuss topics of interest - town history, program/event suggestions, and more! Open to ideas and conversations that will help enrich the town as a whole. Questions? Give us a call 757-357-2264. |
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All branches of Blackwater Regional Library will close in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. |
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Visit us Tuesday-Saturday at the Courtland Branch for one on one computer assistance! To ensure staff availability, please call ahead. Bring your latest fiber art project to work on, share tips and tricks, and enjoy good company! Registration is not required. BRL Threads knitting group will meet at the Courtland Branch each Tuesday from 11am-1pm. Registration is not required! Join us for a new lively discussion monthly on the 3rd Tuesday @ 2pm! Please call or stop by to reserve a copy of the monthly selection, 804-834-2192. |
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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. 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 Pop-up libraries are a great way to experience the library in small bites! Located at the Ivor Fire Department, BRL’s Outreach Services provides books, DVDs and FREE Wi-Fi from 4:30-6:30pm on select dates. Don’t have a library card? That’s okay, we can help you with that too! |
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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. |
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Join us at the Courtland Branch for a meet and greet with local authors Charles Qualls, Nancy Naigle, Rickeita Blunt Jones, Tracey Gilchrist, and Teresa Inge. Books will be available for signing and purchase the day of the event.
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Join us at the Courtland Branch for a gathering of authors! This event includes local Virginia authors Tracy Gilchrist, Teresa Inge, Rickeita Blunt Jones, Nancy Naigle and Charles Qualls! Books will be available the day of the event for purchase and signing. 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!
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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. |
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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. Grab your latest project and join us for a relaxing time of needlework and socializing! Registration is not required. |
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Today's the day to get cozy with complimentary hot cocoa at the Courtland Branch! Visit us Tuesday-Saturday at the Courtland Branch for one on one computer assistance! To ensure staff availability, please call ahead. Bring your latest fiber art project to work on, share tips and tricks, and enjoy good company! Registration is not required. BRL Threads knitting group will meet at the Courtland Branch each Tuesday from 11am-1pm. Registration is not required! |
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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
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Senior Services will be available, by appointment only, Wednesday, January 28, 2026 from 9am-1pm. Please call 757-222-4524 for appointment times and scheduling. 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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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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Bring the whole family to enjoy hands-on activities, challenges, and puzzles for all ages. It’s the perfect chance to play, learn, and think together! |
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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. |
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