News Release – December 15, 2020
***For Immediate Release***
Upcoming Virtual Programs at Pamunkey Regional Library
All branches of the Pamunkey Regional Library will be closed on Friday, Jan.1.
Virtual Programs on Zoom
Introducing Native Plants to Your Garden
Saturday, Jan. 9, 11:00 a.m. - noon
We'll take a look at plants native to this area that can easily be incorporated into ornamental gardens. Presented by Pat Lust, Master Gardener, Goochland Powhatan Master Gardener Association. Registration is required at https://pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/event/7333961. This virtual program is hosted through Zoom and the meeting link will be sent to the email registered 1 day before the event occurs.
For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact ask@pamunkeylibrary.org.
Atlee Virtual Book Club
Wednesday, Jan. 13, 11:00 a.m. - noon
Join us to discuss "Map of the Heart" by Susan Wiggs. Stop by your local branch library to pick up a copy or place one on hold or download it from hoopla as an ebook or audiobook. Registration is required at https://pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/event/7342301. This program is hosted virtually through Zoom and the meeting link will be sent to the email registered 1 day before the event occurs.
For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact ask@pamunkeylibrary.org.
Kids' Lego Club
Friday, Jan. 22, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Grades K-5. Meet other Lego fans and talk about your current creations. You can show off what you’ve made and ask questions, too! Registration required at https://pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/event/7336663.
This program is hosted virtually through Zoom.
For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact ask@pamunkeylibrary.org.
Virtual Teen Cat Cafe
Tuesday, Jan. 26, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Ages 11-18. Hey teens, show off your pets at our virtual cat café! Registration is required at https://pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/event/7336636. This virtual program is hosted through Zoom and the meeting link will be sent to the email registered 1 day before the event occurs.
For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact ask@pamunkeylibrary.org.
CoderDojo Workshop
Saturday, Jan. 30, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Ages 13-19. Join us and learn how to build a game, website, or program at a CoderDojo workshop! Go to https://pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/ to fill out a survey form to sign up. This program is hosted on Discord.
For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact ask@pamunkeylibrary.org.
On Demand Videos
Storytime for Grown-ups
Premieres Wednesday, Jan. 13
Ages 18 & up. Storytime is not just for kids! If you like to be read to, join us for a reading of Where the Tides Ebb and Flow by Lord Dunsany. Starting Jan. 13, go to https://www.youtube.com/user/pamunkeylibrary or https://tinyurl.com/prladults to see the video.
For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact ask@pamunkeylibrary.org.
Scarf Wearing Workshop
Premieres Saturday, Jan. 16
Ages 18 & up. Join us to explore fresh ways to wear scarves this winter. We'll show you how to dress up your winter wardrobe in a variety of ways. Starting Jan. 16, go to https://www.youtube.com/user/pamunkeylibrary or https://tinyurl.com/prladults to see the video.
For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact ask@pamunkeylibrary.org.
Day in the Life: Librarians
Premieres Monday, Jan. 18
All ages. Have you ever wondered what librarians do every day? Watch our first “Day in the Life” series episode to hear all about your librarians at Pamunkey Regional Library! Starting Jan. 18, go to https://www.youtube.com/user/pamunkeylibrary or https://tinyurl.com/prlchildrens to see the video.
For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact ask@pamunkeylibrary.org.
Bullet Journaling
Premieres Monday, Jan. 18
Start the New Year with a new tool! Learn the basics of bullet journaling to help you be creative and get organized. Starting Jan. 18, go to https://www.youtube.com/user/pamunkeylibrary or https://tinyurl.com/prladults to see the video and get a list of resources with helpful tips and tricks.
For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact ask@pamunkeylibrary.org.
Jack & the Beanstalk
Premieres Thursday, Jan. 28
Ages 5-10. Pick up your lima beans at the Mechanicsville Branch Library while supplies last during Jan. 25-28.
Starting Jan. 28, go to https://www.youtube.com/user/pamunkeylibrary or https://tinyurl.com/prlchildrens to see our read-along video and find out how to grow your own beans.
For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact ask@pamunkeylibrary.org.
Take & Makes
Take & Make: Coding Ciphers
Pickup on Wednesday, Jan. 20
Grades K-5. Do you like cracking a secret code? How about creating one? Pick up your coding cipher kit at the Mechanicsville Branch Library at 7461 Sherwood Crossing Place on Wednesday, Jan. 20 from 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. and give it a try!
For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact ask@pamunkeylibrary.org.
Friday Arts & Crafts
Pickup on Friday, Jan. 22
This month's take & make craft for adults is an origami gift card holder with detailed instructions included.
Starting Jan. 22, stop by the Mechanicsville Branch Library at 7461 Sherwood Crossing Place to pick up your kit while supplies last.
For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact ask@pamunkeylibrary.org.
National Seed Swap Day
Saturday Jan. 30
The Library and the Hanover Master Gardeners Association are partnering for National Seed Swap Day 2021!
Please register at https://pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/event/7342532 to reserve your Seed Swap Day kit, to be picked up on Jan. 30 at the Mechanicsville Branch Library.
Kits include a Capital Region Native Plant Guide, a catalog from Southern Exposure Seed Exchange, Virginia Cooperative Extension publications on seeds and germination, a resource list of websites for information and supplies, and at least 3 packets of seeds per kit (vegetable and flower).
For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, please contact ask@pamunkeylibrary.org.
Submitted by:
Carolyn Garner, Librarian
cgarner@pamunkeylibrary.org
804-365-6214
