Streaming Service, Journey Journals, and Library Card Month

Get to know Kanopy at your local library! Kanopy is a free video-streaming platform dedicated to thoughtful and thought-provoking films. With Kanopy and a library card, you have a front row seat to 30,000 films without ads – Oscar winners, nominees, and cult classics – along with television and kids programming, all for no cost, brought to you by the J. Robert Jamerson Memorial Library. For more information you can visit our website at www.jrjml.org and click on the Kanopy link.

Your Library Journey Journal! Tell your story about what your local Library means to you, or your favorite story that happened involving the library in an adventure, junk, written or video journal highlighting your story or what your local library means to you. For every patron that submits a journal entry we will give you supplies to start a physical junk journal, turning an empty booklet, paper, stickers, ribbon, tape or other assorted items into a junk journal to help inspire the rest of your story! From now till the end of October, the Library will be accepting written, junk journal, electronic or video file entries. You can submit your entry via email (director@jrjml.org) and use the subject line “Journal Journey”, or in person at the circulation desk. Please provide your name and contact information with your submissions.

We will start a social media campaign starting in September to help us celebrate our patrons and encourage others to get their own Library cards for Library Card Sign Up Month! Let your positive experience with us create stepping stones to others as we all journey toward a brighter future, together.

On Tuesday, August 19th the Library hosted Booke Gill from the Alzheimer’s Association of Central and Western Virginia for an introduction meeting on understanding Dementia and Alzheimer’s. In Virginia, more than 164,000 people are living with Alzheimer’s. Whether it’s offering support to anyone facing Alzheimer’s, advocating for the needs and rights of those facing dementia, or advancing critical research, Alzheimer’s Association works toward methods of treatment, prevention, and ultimately, a cure.

For the Wednesday, August 20th’s Story & Craft Time, Library Fairy MaKayla was back in action by introducing the book “The Wild Robot on the Island” by Peter Brown. Roz is not where she’s supposed to be. You see, the robot wasn’t designed to live in the wilderness. But when she washes up on an island, she must learn from the animal inhabitants and adapt to her new, natural surroundings, and before long, the island begins to feel like home. The kids enjoyed snacks while using paper cups, googly eyes, assorted embellishments, and construction paper to make their own robots. If you are interested in the book, it is available for checkout or placing on hold. Our next Preschool Story & Craft Time will be on Wednesday, August 27th, starting at 11:00 am and 12:00 pm. Everyone is welcome to attend, with the understanding that this event is geared towards preschool-aged children.

On August 21st the Library hosted Richard Harwood, President and Founder of the Harwood Institute for Public Innovation. The Library hosted Mr. Harwood for  two meetings. The first for Library staff and the second for an open public meeting. The Harwood Approach is being used in libraries and communities across the country to prove Americans have the will and ability to come together amide real divides and build communities that work for all. The Library invited local government officials and leaders to meet Richard and provided a free copy of the Mr. Harwood’s book “The New Civil Path” to each participant. Library’s play an important role in their community serving as stewards to local history and culture, to patron’s mental well-being, entertainment and educational needs, and so much more. If you are interested in Mr. Harwood’s latest book it is available for checkout at this Library. If you would like to find out more about the Harwood Institute for Public Innovation please visit their website at: https://theharwoodinstitute.org/

On Thursday, August 21st, the library hosted their monthly Retro Movie Night, a family-friendly film about a young boy who borrows a mysterious, ornately bound book, he never dreamed that turning a page would draw him into a shimmering fantasy world of racing snails, hang-glider bats, soaring luckdragons, puckish elves, a Childlike Empress, a brave warrior and a slab-faced walking quarry. Our next Retro Movie Night will be on Thursday, September 18th starting at 6:00pm.

We love community outreach and on Saturday, August 23rd the Library was a guest vendor at the Wolfswood Faire hosted by Wolfbane Productions. This annual renaissance-style faire was a fun filled day of medieval games, sword fights, live performances, music, and dancing. The Library passed out bubbles, ribbon dancers, and Library-related information, newsletters and more! Staff invited festival goers to take photos at Wolfbane’s castle photo booth with our bubble machine.

In observance of the Labor Day holiday the Jamerson Memorial Library will be closed on Monday, September 1st. We will reopen normal business hours on Tuesday, September 2nd, starting at 9:30 am. The Library’s book depository, located at the back of the building, will remain open during this time.

 

We are just over a week away! Starting on Tuesday, September 2nd we will start the Penny Pincher Posse! Find a penny pick it up, all day long have good luck! Penelope (aka Penny) and her posse of kitties (cat shaped rubber ducks) are cats about town! Penny the Library’s orange kitty mascot along with her clowder of cats will be hiding around town starting in September. If you find Penny or a member of her posse just return them to the Library and pick a Penny Pincher prize! All ages are welcome to become a member of the Penny Pinchers! We have purchased only so many kittens (cat shaped rubber ducks) and once they are gone and not returned to the Library the program will be over. If you find a kitty keep the game going by returning it to the Library for prize! All returned kitties will be released back into the “wild” to be found and returned again so more prizes can be won.

The Library receives a steady supply of new and donated items, we would like to highlight the following:

DVDs

• Casper
• Knuckles
• Nanny McPhee / Nanny McPhee Returns
• The Wild Robot
• The Gruffalo
• Lilo & Stitch
• The King and I
• Fiddler on the Roof
• Sonic the Hedgehog 3
• My Fair Lady

Community Calendar

August 26th, Tuesday – Parent Support Group at the Jamerson Library starting at 6:30 pm. Are you the parent or legal guardian of a special needs child? Did you know that there is a support group for you in Appomattox? We will meet in the community room of the J. Robert Jamerson Memorial Library (157 Main Street). For more information contact Alyssa Holland at Alyssa.holland1980@gmail.com .

August 27th, Wednesday – Preschool Story & Craft Time at the J. Robert Jamerson Memorial Library starting at 11:00 am and 12:00 pm. The Library will feature an age-appropriate book followed by a simple craft project and snacks. Everyone is welcome to attend with the understanding that this program is intended for preschool patrons.

September 2nd, Tuesday – PEATC (Parent Educational Advocacy Training Center) to be at the Jamerson Memorial Library from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm. PEATC provides tools and information to empower parents/guardians of students with disabilities (birth – 26 years of age) with services and support, research-based information and training, and opportunities for strategic partnerships and advocacy for systemic improvement. For more information on PEATC please visit their website at: https://peatc.org/.

September 3rd, Wednesday – Preschool Story & Craft Time at the J. Robert Jamerson Memorial Library starting at 11:00 am and 12:00 pm. The Library will feature an age-appropriate book followed by a simple craft project and snacks. Everyone is welcome to attend with the understanding that this program is intended for preschool patrons.

September 8th, Monday – Sun Bonnet Sue Stitchers to meet at the J. Robert Jamerson Memorial Lib4rary starting at 10:00am. Anyone interested in sharing or learning a skill like crocheting, knitting, quilting, needlework, sewing or other related hobbies are encouraged to attend. Enjoy good company while sharing patterns, exchanging ideas, learning new projects or teaching others. This meeting is open to anyone willing to teach or learn, yes gentleman, this includes you too!

September 9th, Tuesday – Tween STEAM(science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics) Program at the Jamerson Library starting at 4:00pm. All are welcome with the understanding that this program is for elementary and tween aged students. This month’s theme will be “Micro World”, we will be using a digital microscope to explore the world around us.

September 10th, Wednesday – Preschool Story & Craft Time at the J. Robert Jamerson Memorial Library starting at 11:00 am and 12:00 pm. The Library will feature an age-appropriate book followed by a simple craft project and snacks. Everyone is welcome to attend with the understanding that this program is intended for preschool patrons.

September 10th, Wednesday – Jamerson Library Teen Book Club starting at 3:30 pm in the Library’s community room. This month we will feature the graphic novel “Very Bad At Math” by Hope Larson, a New York Times bestselling and Eisner Award–winning author. This graphic novel is full of hijinks, unexpected friendships, and pizza, so of course we will serve pizza for this event! We have several copies of this book available for checkout. Grab your friends, grab a copy of the book, grab a slice of pizza and make plans to attend!

September 11th, Thursday – Girls Who Code starting at 4:00 pm in the Jamerson Library’s community room. Girls Who Code Girls is a gaming experience that empowers users to code characters that better reflect them and the diversity of their communities. Snacks will be served!

September 13th, Saturday – Creative Class for Adults (18+) starting at 11:00 am in the community room of the Jamerson Memorial Library. Turn aluminum foil, a glass photo frame and permanent markers into a foil faux stained-glass piece of art. Please register at https://www.jrjml.org/adult-program-registration.

September 16th, Tuesday – Library Board to meet at the J. Robert Jamerson Memorial Library starting at 4:00 pm. These meeting are open to the public; this month the board will be accepting public comments and concerns.

September 17th, Wednesday – Preschool Story & Craft Time at the J. Robert Jamerson Memorial Library starting at 11:00 am and 12:00 pm. The Library will feature an age-appropriate book followed by a simple craft project and snacks. Everyone is welcome to attend with the understanding that this program is intended for preschool patrons.

September 17th, Wednesday – Board Games & Puzzles at the Jamerson Library from 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm in the community room. Due to an early school day, the Library will be hosting a Beat Boredom with Board Games (& puzzles) afternoon, we will serve free snacks! Roll the dice, shuffle some cards, and skip across some fun with several interactive board games and puzzles with your friends!

September 18th, Thursday – Jamerson Retro Movie Night starting at 6:00 pm in the community room. A family-friendly movie about the soaring adventure of a 13-year-old girl and her estranged father who learn what family is all about when they adopt an orphaned flock of geese and teach them to fly! Refreshments will be served, this movie is rated PG. This movie is brought to you in part by the Flight Path Grant.

September 19th, Friday – Talk Like A Pirate Day at the Jamerson Library. Stop by during normal business hours (9:30 am – 5:00 pm) and get your photo at our photo booth, earn some pirate booty and more! Don’t forget to bring your phone or camera. We encourage you to come dressed up or use some of our pirate photo props.

September 23rd, Tuesday – Teen Art at the Jamerson Library starting at 3:30 pm in the community room. This month will be Faux Stained Glass Art creations using pieces of cut glass, glue, and a pattern to make a bright piece of art. This program is for patrons 13 – 19 years of age.

September 23rd, Tuesday – Parent Support Group at the Jamerson Library starting at 6:30 pm. Are you the parent or legal guardian of a special needs child? Did you know that there is a support group for you in Appomattox? We will meet in the community room of the J. Robert Jamerson Memorial Library (157 Main Street). For more information contact Alyssa Holland at Alyssa.holland1980@gmail.com .

September 24, Wednesday – Preschool Story & Craft Time at the J. Robert Jamerson Memorial Library starting at 11:00 am and 12:00 pm. The Library will feature an age-appropriate book followed by a simple craft project and snacks. Everyone is welcome to attend with the understanding that this program is intended for preschool patrons.

September 24th, Wednesday – Jamerson Library’s Cookbook Book Club. The Jamerson Library will host our “Cookbook Book Club” on Wednesday, September 23rd, starting at 6:00pm. Bring your favorite cookbook, recipe card or internet suggestion and make a dish to share. This month’s theme will be “Soup’s On”. Here are a few suggestions to consider: your favorite soup, some warm bread, or a family recipe. The Library will have plates / bowls, plastic ware and napkins, but you must bring your own serving utensils. This program is intended for adults, don’t forget to bring in copies of your recipe for others!

September 25th, Thursday – After School Crafts with MaKayla starting at 4:00 pm in the community room of the Jamerson Memorial Library. This event is open to all ages, join Library Fairy MaKayla in making an assortment of crafts and enjoy snacks. This month’s theme is “Messy Art”.

September 27th, Saturday – Royal Party in Abbitt Park! Calling all knights and princess of all ages you are invited to dress up and attend a gathering on the lawn to enjoy a photo booth, snacks, games and more from 10:30 am to 12:30pm! Free and open to everyone of all ages, this is a family-friendly event. Don’t forget your phones, cameras, crowns and shields!

September 27th, Saturday – Jamerson Library to be at Holliday Lake’s Fall Festival from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. Meet us at the Lake for crafts, bubbles, Bigfoot photo booth and more! Holliday Lake State Park is located at 2759 State Park Road, Appomattox, State Park fees do apply.