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Animals Along the Appomattox

Animals Along the Appomattox

All Day 4/1 - 4/30
All Branches
Program Type:
Community Connection
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Get ready for a paws-itively awesome April at the Appomattox Regional Library System! We’re joining forces with local animal shelters for a month of furry fun! Swing by your local ...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: All Branches
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community Connection
Event Details:

Get ready for a paws-itively awesome April at the Appomattox Regional Library System! We’re joining forces with local animal shelters for a month of furry fun!

a cat wearing a red bandana stares at you seductively

Cat Lounge

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
NonProfit Resource Room at Hopewell Library
Program Type:
Community Connection
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Looking to destress and unwind? Thinking about getting a cat? Love kitties, but have a family member who is allergic? Join us at the Hopewell Library for a cat lounge! An entirely ...

Library Branch: Hopewell Library
Room: NonProfit Resource Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community Connection
Event Details:

Looking to destress and unwind? Thinking about getting a cat? Love kitties, but have a family member who is allergic? Join us at the Hopewell Library for a cat lounge!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

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By attending ARLS, or ARLS co-sponsored classes or events, at any location, the attendee agrees that: ARLS shall have the unrestricted right and license to use his or her image, likeness, name, voice, comment, or other proprietary or public rights, and that of any minor accompanying attendee, in any broadcast, telecast, photograph, video, audio sound, audiovisual, and/or other recording taken in connection with the class, event, or other transmission, distribution, public performance, or reproduction, in whole or in part, of the class or event for all purposes, worldwide, in perpetuity, and in any and all media now or hereafter known, without compensation. ARLS is the exclusive owner of all copyrights, and other proprietary rights. The rights granted herein to ARLS are assignable.

OLED red switch on the home screen pictured with a black lite switch with a farming game. Two switch game chips over the lite switch. Underneath both switches is a singular green joy con.

Gaming at the Library

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
The Octagon at Hopewell Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Everyone, Adults
Join us for video games at the library!:

Calling all gamers! Come join us at the library on Thursday evenings for multiplayer fun on the Nintendo switch.  There will be classic Nintendo games as well as Nintendo Spor...

Event Details:

Please feel free to bring your own switch and games as well!

Library Branch: Hopewell Library
Room: The Octagon
Age Group: Everyone, Adults
Program Type: Gaming

Join us for video games at the library!

Calling all gamers! Come join us at the library on Thursday evenings for multiplayer fun on the Nintendo switch.  There will be classic Nintendo games as well as Nintendo Sports where you can compete to be the best of the best.  Meet local gamers, bring your friends, and enjoy our snacks.

Event Details:

Please feel free to bring your own switch and games as well!

OLED red switch on the home screen pictured with a black lite switch with a farming game. Two switch game chips over the lite switch. Underneath both switches is a singular green joy con.

Gaming at the Library

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
The Octagon at Hopewell Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Everyone, Adults
Join us for video games at the library!:

Calling all gamers! Come join us at the library on Thursday evenings for multiplayer fun on the Nintendo switch.  There will be classic Nintendo games as well as Nintendo Spor...

Event Details:

Please feel free to bring your own switch and games as well!

Library Branch: Hopewell Library
Room: The Octagon
Age Group: Everyone, Adults
Program Type: Gaming

Join us for video games at the library!

Calling all gamers! Come join us at the library on Thursday evenings for multiplayer fun on the Nintendo switch.  There will be classic Nintendo games as well as Nintendo Sports where you can compete to be the best of the best.  Meet local gamers, bring your friends, and enjoy our snacks.

Event Details:

Please feel free to bring your own switch and games as well!

Poetry Prose and Pizza Prince George Library

Poetry, Prose, and Pizza

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Large Room at Prince George Library
Program Type:
Community Connection, Presentation
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Nathan M. Richardson, a performance poet and published author, will be hosting this family friendly literary open mic. Whether you’re a seasoned wordsmith or someone with a tale to...

Library Branch: Prince George Library
Room: Large Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community Connection, Presentation
Event Details:

Nathan M. Richardson, a performance poet and published author, will be hosting this family friendly literary open mic. Whether you’re a seasoned wordsmith or someone with a tale to tell, step up to the mic and share your poetry or prose.

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Gaming at the Library

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
The Octagon at Hopewell Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Everyone, Adults
Join us for video games at the library!:

Calling all gamers! Come join us at the library on Thursday evenings for multiplayer fun on the Nintendo switch.  There will be classic Nintendo games as well as Nintendo Spor...

Event Details:

Please feel free to bring your own switch and games as well!

Library Branch: Hopewell Library
Room: The Octagon
Age Group: Everyone, Adults
Program Type: Gaming

Join us for video games at the library!

Calling all gamers! Come join us at the library on Thursday evenings for multiplayer fun on the Nintendo switch.  There will be classic Nintendo games as well as Nintendo Sports where you can compete to be the best of the best.  Meet local gamers, bring your friends, and enjoy our snacks.

Event Details:

Please feel free to bring your own switch and games as well!

Picture from Susan's Trip

Friends of the Library Dinwiddie Annual Meeting: Southeast Asia Travelogue

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Story Time Stage at Dinwiddie Library
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Join us for a tour of Southeast Asia as world traveler Susan Chappell shares her experience visiting the region through pictures and storytelling. The tour includes the four Southe...

Library Branch: Dinwiddie Library
Room: Story Time Stage
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Presentation
Event Details:

Join us for a tour of Southeast Asia as world traveler Susan Chappell shares her experience visiting the region through pictures and storytelling. The tour includes the four Southeast Asian countries of: Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, and Vietnam.

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Gaming at the Library

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
The Octagon at Hopewell Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Everyone, Adults
Join us for video games at the library!:

Calling all gamers! Come join us at the library on Thursday evenings for multiplayer fun on the Nintendo switch.  There will be classic Nintendo games as well as Nintendo Spor...

Event Details:

Please feel free to bring your own switch and games as well!

Library Branch: Hopewell Library
Room: The Octagon
Age Group: Everyone, Adults
Program Type: Gaming

Join us for video games at the library!

Calling all gamers! Come join us at the library on Thursday evenings for multiplayer fun on the Nintendo switch.  There will be classic Nintendo games as well as Nintendo Sports where you can compete to be the best of the best.  Meet local gamers, bring your friends, and enjoy our snacks.

Event Details:

Please feel free to bring your own switch and games as well!

OLED red switch on the home screen pictured with a black lite switch with a farming game. Two switch game chips over the lite switch. Underneath both switches is a singular green joy con.

Gaming at the Library

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
The Octagon at Hopewell Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Everyone, Adults
Join us for video games at the library!:

Calling all gamers! Come join us at the library on Thursday evenings for multiplayer fun on the Nintendo switch.  There will be classic Nintendo games as well as Nintendo Spor...

Event Details:

Please feel free to bring your own switch and games as well!

Library Branch: Hopewell Library
Room: The Octagon
Age Group: Everyone, Adults
Program Type: Gaming

Join us for video games at the library!

Calling all gamers! Come join us at the library on Thursday evenings for multiplayer fun on the Nintendo switch.  There will be classic Nintendo games as well as Nintendo Sports where you can compete to be the best of the best.  Meet local gamers, bring your friends, and enjoy our snacks.

Event Details:

Please feel free to bring your own switch and games as well!

Bagful of Books Sale

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 11:00am - 2:00pm
Hopewell Manufacturing Association Room at Hopewell Library
Program Type:
Community Connection
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Join us for our semiannual Bagful of Books Sale. Hosted by the Friends of the Hopewell - Prince George Libraries, a non-profit organization committed to enhancing and advocating fo...

Library Branch: Hopewell Library
Room: Hopewell Manufacturing Association Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community Connection
Event Details:

Join us for our semiannual Bagful of Books Sale. Hosted by the Friends of the Hopewell - Prince George Libraries, a non-profit organization committed to enhancing and advocating for The Appomattox Regional Library System.

Historic Hopewell Foundation Lunch & Learn Series

Historic Hopewell Lunch & Learn Lecture

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Join us as the library and the Historic Hopewell Foundation start its partnership and the weekly Lunch & Learn Series for 2025. The first presenter is Jeanie Langford, the libr...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Presentation
Event Details:

Join us as the library and the Historic Hopewell Foundation start its partnership and the weekly Lunch & Learn Series for 2025.

OLED red switch on the home screen pictured with a black lite switch with a farming game. Two switch game chips over the lite switch. Underneath both switches is a singular green joy con.

Gaming at the Library

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
The Octagon at Hopewell Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Everyone, Adults
Join us for video games at the library!:

Calling all gamers! Come join us at the library on Thursday evenings for multiplayer fun on the Nintendo switch.  There will be classic Nintendo games as well as Nintendo Spor...

Event Details:

Please feel free to bring your own switch and games as well!

Library Branch: Hopewell Library
Room: The Octagon
Age Group: Everyone, Adults
Program Type: Gaming

Join us for video games at the library!

Calling all gamers! Come join us at the library on Thursday evenings for multiplayer fun on the Nintendo switch.  There will be classic Nintendo games as well as Nintendo Sports where you can compete to be the best of the best.  Meet local gamers, bring your friends, and enjoy our snacks.

Event Details:

Please feel free to bring your own switch and games as well!

Historic Hopewell Foundation Lunch & Learn Series

Historic Hopewell Lunch & Learn Lecture

Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

The second presentation in this year's Historic Hopewell Foundation's Lunch & Learn Series is Carson Hudson and his topic is Witchcraft in Colonial Virginia, 1626-1730.Attendee...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Presentation
Event Details:

The second presentation in this year's Historic Hopewell Foundation's Lunch & Learn Series is Carson Hudson and his topic is Witchcraft in Colonial Virginia, 1626-1730.

OLED red switch on the home screen pictured with a black lite switch with a farming game. Two switch game chips over the lite switch. Underneath both switches is a singular green joy con.

Gaming at the Library

Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
The Octagon at Hopewell Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Everyone, Adults
Join us for video games at the library!:

Calling all gamers! Come join us at the library on Thursday evenings for multiplayer fun on the Nintendo switch.  There will be classic Nintendo games as well as Nintendo Spor...

Event Details:

Please feel free to bring your own switch and games as well!

Library Branch: Hopewell Library
Room: The Octagon
Age Group: Everyone, Adults
Program Type: Gaming

Join us for video games at the library!

Calling all gamers! Come join us at the library on Thursday evenings for multiplayer fun on the Nintendo switch.  There will be classic Nintendo games as well as Nintendo Sports where you can compete to be the best of the best.  Meet local gamers, bring your friends, and enjoy our snacks.

Event Details:

Please feel free to bring your own switch and games as well!

Historic Hopewell Foundation Lunch & Learn Series

Historic Hopewell Lunch & Learn Lecture

Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

The Historic Hopewell Foundation presents this week Richard Cheatham and The Man Who Made the USA Possible.Attendees are welcome to bring their own lunches and the Legion will have...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Presentation
Event Details:

The Historic Hopewell Foundation presents this week Richard Cheatham and The Man Who Made the USA Possible.

OLED red switch on the home screen pictured with a black lite switch with a farming game. Two switch game chips over the lite switch. Underneath both switches is a singular green joy con.

Gaming at the Library

Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
The Octagon at Hopewell Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Everyone, Adults
Join us for video games at the library!:

Calling all gamers! Come join us at the library on Thursday evenings for multiplayer fun on the Nintendo switch.  There will be classic Nintendo games as well as Nintendo Spor...

Event Details:

Please feel free to bring your own switch and games as well!

Library Branch: Hopewell Library
Room: The Octagon
Age Group: Everyone, Adults
Program Type: Gaming

Join us for video games at the library!

Calling all gamers! Come join us at the library on Thursday evenings for multiplayer fun on the Nintendo switch.  There will be classic Nintendo games as well as Nintendo Sports where you can compete to be the best of the best.  Meet local gamers, bring your friends, and enjoy our snacks.

Event Details:

Please feel free to bring your own switch and games as well!

Historic Hopewell Foundation Lunch & Learn Series

Historic Hopewell Lunch & Learn Lecture

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

The library and the Historical Hopewell Foundation welcome Theresa Gee as she presents on Elizabeth Keckley: Tragedy to Triumph. Born in Dinwiddie County, Virginia, Elizabeth Keckl...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Presentation
Event Details:

The library and the Historical Hopewell Foundation welcome Theresa Gee as she presents on Elizabeth Keckley: Tragedy to Triumph.

OLED red switch on the home screen pictured with a black lite switch with a farming game. Two switch game chips over the lite switch. Underneath both switches is a singular green joy con.

Gaming at the Library

Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
The Octagon at Hopewell Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Everyone, Adults
Join us for video games at the library!:

Calling all gamers! Come join us at the library on Thursday evenings for multiplayer fun on the Nintendo switch.  There will be classic Nintendo games as well as Nintendo Spor...

Event Details:

Please feel free to bring your own switch and games as well!

Library Branch: Hopewell Library
Room: The Octagon
Age Group: Everyone, Adults
Program Type: Gaming

Join us for video games at the library!

Calling all gamers! Come join us at the library on Thursday evenings for multiplayer fun on the Nintendo switch.  There will be classic Nintendo games as well as Nintendo Sports where you can compete to be the best of the best.  Meet local gamers, bring your friends, and enjoy our snacks.

Event Details:

Please feel free to bring your own switch and games as well!

Board Game Swap

Board Game Swap

Saturday, June 14, 2025 at 11:00am - 2:00pm
Hopewell Manufacturing Association Room at Hopewell Library
Program Type:
Community Connection, Gaming
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Whether you're looking to trade in old games or puzzles for something new or discover new favorites, this event is the perfect way to refresh your collection. Bring your gently use...

Library Branch: Hopewell Library
Room: Hopewell Manufacturing Association Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community Connection, Gaming
Event Details:

Whether you're looking to trade in old games or puzzles for something new or discover new favorites, this event is the perfect way to refresh your collection.

Historic Hopewell Foundation Lunch & Learn Series

Historic Hopewell Lunch & Learn Lecture

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

This week's lecturer is Mr. Bill Waldrop and his topic is The Discovery and Exploration of the Confederate Ironclad, CSS Richmond.Attendees are welcome to bring their own lunches a...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Presentation
Event Details:

This week's lecturer is Mr. Bill Waldrop and his topic is The Discovery and Exploration of the Confederate Ironclad, CSS Richmond.

OLED red switch on the home screen pictured with a black lite switch with a farming game. Two switch game chips over the lite switch. Underneath both switches is a singular green joy con.

Gaming at the Library

Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
The Octagon at Hopewell Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Everyone, Adults
Join us for video games at the library!:

Calling all gamers! Come join us at the library on Thursday evenings for multiplayer fun on the Nintendo switch.  There will be classic Nintendo games as well as Nintendo Spor...

Event Details:

Please feel free to bring your own switch and games as well!

Library Branch: Hopewell Library
Room: The Octagon
Age Group: Everyone, Adults
Program Type: Gaming

Join us for video games at the library!

Calling all gamers! Come join us at the library on Thursday evenings for multiplayer fun on the Nintendo switch.  There will be classic Nintendo games as well as Nintendo Sports where you can compete to be the best of the best.  Meet local gamers, bring your friends, and enjoy our snacks.

Event Details:

Please feel free to bring your own switch and games as well!

Historic Hopewell Foundation

Historic Hopewell Lunch & Learn Lecture

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

This week's Lunch & Learn Series features the musical talents of Johnny Jones and Friends. They are known for their distinct Americana/Bluegrass sound. Attendees are welco...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Presentation
Event Details:

This week's Lunch & Learn Series features the musical talents of Johnny Jones and Friends. They are known for their distinct Americana/Bluegrass sound. 

OLED red switch on the home screen pictured with a black lite switch with a farming game. Two switch game chips over the lite switch. Underneath both switches is a singular green joy con.

Gaming at the Library

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
The Octagon at Hopewell Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Everyone, Adults
Join us for video games at the library!:

Calling all gamers! Come join us at the library on Thursday evenings for multiplayer fun on the Nintendo switch.  There will be classic Nintendo games as well as Nintendo Spor...

Event Details:

Please feel free to bring your own switch and games as well!

Library Branch: Hopewell Library
Room: The Octagon
Age Group: Everyone, Adults
Program Type: Gaming

Join us for video games at the library!

Calling all gamers! Come join us at the library on Thursday evenings for multiplayer fun on the Nintendo switch.  There will be classic Nintendo games as well as Nintendo Sports where you can compete to be the best of the best.  Meet local gamers, bring your friends, and enjoy our snacks.

Event Details:

Please feel free to bring your own switch and games as well!

Historic Hopewell Foundation Lunch & Learn Series

Historic Hopewell Lunch & Learn Lecture

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
The Boat at Hopewell Library
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

The Historic Hopewell Foundation's Lunch & Learn Series returns to the Hopewell Library with its presentation by Colonel John Cobb about Protectors of Wildlife and Natural Reso...

Library Branch: Hopewell Library
Room: The Boat
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Presentation
Event Details:

The Historic Hopewell Foundation's Lunch & Learn Series returns to the Hopewell Library with its presentation by Colonel John Cobb about Protectors of Wildlife and Natural Resources. Col.