ADULT U PROGRAMS OG S Hopewell Library An Evening with Stacy Hawkins Adams— Virginia Author Showcase October 12, 2:00-4:00 pm. | The Hopewell/Prince George Friends of the Library invite you to spend an evening with Ms. Stacy Hawkins Adams. Ms. Adams is an award-winning women’s fiction and nonfiction author, freelance columnist for the Richmond Times Dispatch and inspirational speaker. The event is free and the Friends would love for you to come listen to Ms. Adams speak about her new book, “Lead me Home” and let her inspire and empower you.
specialevents BURROWSVILE LIBRARY December 6, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. Holiday Open House The library is pleased to join the Friends of Burrowsville School in welcoming the season with square dancing and a holiday craft. Donations for the Prince George Food Bank requested.
An Evening with Beth Brown – Virginia Author Showcase October 26, 2:00 – 3:00. | Beth Brown has authored several popular paranormal books based in Virginia. To celebrate the release of her new middle-grade novel “Underground”, Beth Brown presents this fun and interactive talk about unlikely heroes in books for young people and what makes them so appealing to adult readers. Attendees will join her in creating a one-of-a-kind story during the presentation by contributing one line each. The final story will be read at the conclusion of the talk. Come spend a fascinating evening with Beth Brown.
Timeless Memories: Commemorating the Personal Histories of World War II Veterans and their Families November 9, 10:00 – 12:00 am. | The Appomattox Regional Library System welcomes you to come honor our Hopewell area veterans on Veterans Day weekend, by listening to the personal histories of their service to our country. This event will be comprised of a panel of local World War II veterans who will be there to narrate their experiences. Audience participation is appreciated and we encourage everybody to come and share their stories and personal memorabilia.
Prince George County Library An Evening with Mary Theobald – Virginia Author Showcase October 17, 6:00-7:30 pm. | Ms. Theobald is an eminent historian, who has taught at VCU, worked for the Williamsburg Historical Foundation and is a prolific author of almost 200 articles and nine nonfiction books. She will be here to discuss her latest nonfiction book, “First House: Two Centuries with Virginia’s First Families.” Everybody is welcome to come spend the evening with Ms. Theobald and be captivated by this unique perspective of Virginia history.
Dinwiddie Library An Evening With Ellen Crosby – Virginia Author Showcase November 21, 7:00-8:30 pm. | The Appomattox Regional Library System welcomes Ms. Ellen Crosby to the Dinwiddie Library. Ms. Crosby is the author of the popular Wine Country Mystery Series. She will be here to discuss her first book in a new series called Multiple Exposure featuring photojournalist Sophie Medina. Come listen to Ms. Crosby speak about her book which incorporates political intrigue, art history, and espionage. We have a thrilling evening in store for you!
DINWIDDIE LIBRARY December 3, 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Grand Illumination Join the Dinwiddie Historical Society and the Dinwiddie Library for a tree lighting, music and light refreshments. December 6, 2 - 6 p.m. Holiday Open House The Friends of the Library, Dinwiddie (FOLD) invite the public to enjoy refreshments and a children’s craft at the Dinwiddie Library.
DISPUTANTA LIBRARY December 5, 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. Holiday Open House Visit Disputanta Library for refreshments and a children’s craft.
MCKENNEY LIBRARY December 7, 1-3 p.m Holiday Open House Stop by the McKenney Library before the holiday parade for light refreshments.
PRINCE GEORGE COUNTY LIBRARY November 7, 6 p.m. Poetry, Prose and Pizza Come share original writings or a selection from someone else. Or just come to listen and enjoy a slice of Luca Italian pizza as Nathan Richardson, emcee, maintains a family friendly and supportive atmosphere. December 7, 2 - 3 p.m. Holiday Open House Stop by the Prince George Library before the parade for a children’s craft.