Kids

May 5th, Tuesday – PEATC (Parent Educational Advocacy Training Center) to be at the Jamerson 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/.

May 5th, Tuesday – Trot the Book Bus at the Jamerson Library from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm. All aboard the pony express! Preschool through high school-aged youth can borrow a book from this horse-painted bus that will be parked out front of the Library, located on Main Street. The Library accepts book returns and donations on behalf of Trot year-round.

May 6th, Wednesday – Girl Scouts Story & Craft Time at the Jamerson Library, starting at 11:00 am and 12:00 pm. This month’s guest reader will be the Girls Scouts of Virginia Skyline. They 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.

May 6th, Wednesday – Girls Who Code at the Jamerson Library starting at 4:00 pm in the community room. Girls Who Code is a club designed to help young women learn about science, technology, engineering, math, and how they integrate into their everyday lives. The Jamerson GWC Club welcomes new members from 3rd grade to 12th grade. Please register at https://www.jrjml.org/girlswhocoderegistration/.

May 7, Thursday – Spot the Book Bus at the Jamerson Library from 9:50 am to 11:00 am. Bark up a good book! Preschool through high school-aged youth can borrow a book from this dalmatian-painted bus that will be parked out front of the Library, located on Main Street. The Library accepts book returns and donations on behalf of Spot year-round.

May 12th, Tuesday – Trot the Book Bus at the Jamerson Library from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm. All aboard the pony express! Preschool through high school-aged youth can borrow a book from this horse-painted bus that will be parked out front of the Library, located on Main Street. The Library accepts book returns and donations on behalf of Trot year-round.

May 12th, Tuesday – Jamerson Library’s Tween STEAM starting at 4:00 pm in the Library's conference room. Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics! Enjoy a fun interactive and educational program while enjoying snacks and good company.

May 13th, Wednesday – Jamerson Library's Story & Craft Time starting at 11:00 am and 12:00 pm. Our guest reader will be Robert E. Lee Soil and Water Conservation District. They 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.

May 13th, Wednesday – 250th Anniversary of America Movie. George Washington is central to understanding America’s founding. He was the crucial figure in winning the American Revolution, in creating the Constitution, and in establishing the precedents for effective self-government as our first President. This documentary explores the life and legacy of Washington and features interviews with H.W. Brands, Douglas Brinkley, Jane Hampton Cook, Joseph Ellis, and William Forstchen. Join us at 6:00 pm in the Community Room for this inspiring film and complimentary snacks — a family event celebrating the American Spirit!

May 14, Thursday – Spot the Book Bus at the Jamerson Library from 9:50 am to 11:00 am. Bark up a good book! Preschool through high school-aged youth can borrow a book from this dalmatian-painted bus that will be parked out front of the Library, located on Main Street. The Library accepts book returns and donations on behalf of Spot year-round.

May 19th, Tuesday – Trot the Book Bus at the Jamerson Library from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm. All aboard the pony express! Preschool through high school-aged youth can borrow a book from this horse-painted bus that will be parked out front of the Library, located on Main Street. The Library accepts book returns and donations on behalf of Trot year-round.

May 20th, 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.

May 21st, Thursday – Spot the Book Bus at the Jamerson Library from 9:50 am to 11:00 am. Bark up a good book! Preschool through high school-aged youth can borrow a book from this dalmatian-painted bus that will be parked out front of the Library, located on Main Street. The Library accepts book returns and donations on behalf of Spot year-round.

May 21st, Thursday – Jamerson Library’s Early Dismissal Games & Puzzles 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. Meet your friends after school at the Library’s calibration tables on the main floor for some fast paced games, cards, and puzzle challenges. There will be snacks!

May 22nd, Friday – Jamerson Library’s Early Dismissal Crafts 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. Join the Library in celebrating the 250th Anniversary of America by making patriotic crafts just in time for Memorial Day and Summer Vacation! Don’t forget to join our 2026 Summer Reading Program “Unearth A Story” starting on Monday, June 1st!

May 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.

May 27th, Wednesday - 250th Anniversary of America Movie. The American Revolution is a 2025 PBS documentary miniseries directed by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt. Tonight's episode is part of a twelve-hour series spanning the lead-up to the Revolution, the 1776 declaration of independence, and the early years of the new nation. Join us at 6:00 pm in the Community Room for this inspiring film and complimentary snacks — a family event celebrating the American Spirit!

June 3rd, Wednesday – Fun & Craft Day in Abbitt Park! Join the Library for their annual launch of Summer Reading Program. There will be games, vendors, prizes, give-a-aways, body glitter tattoos, and more! Bring your t-shirt for tie-dying!

If you are 5 years old or younger and have not yet begun Kindergarten, you can sign up for the 1,000 Things Before Kindergarten Program. For every 100 age-appropriate, early-learning focused activities that you complete, you will earn a free book. You can earn up to 10 free books through this program, plus a certificate! (The first 50 books can earn you a free book, then it's 100 activities for the remainder of the program.)

Want help tracking your activities? Download a copy of the reading log. This version can be printed or shared with us via email to count toward a book.

Looking for more things to do that count towards 1,000 Things Before Kindergarten? Check out www.DaybyDayVA.org, sponsored by the Library of Virginia and the U.S. Institute for Museum and Library Sciences.

The following books are available as a prize for every 100 activities completed:

Bear's Big Day by Salina Yoon
Busy Builders, Busy Week! by Jean Reidy
Dragon Jelly by Claire Freedman
Frankie the Blankie by Jennifer Sattler
Fright Club by Ethan Long
Herman's Letter by Tom Percival
I'll Love You Always by Mark Sperring
I Love You Night and Day by Smriti Prasadam-Halls
Kiss It Better by Smriti Prasadam-Halls
Lift and Look World of Dinosaurs illustrated by Simon Abbitt
My Turn! by Laura Rankin
Penguin's Big Adventure by Salina Yoon
Pig Kahuna by Jennifer Sattler
The Sleepy Songbird by Suzanne Barton
Snowy Bear by Tony Mitton
Specs for Rex by Yasmeen Ismail
What Do You Love About You? by Karen Lechelt
Welcome to Morningtown by Blake Liliane Hellman
Zoo Zoom! by Candace Ryan

Online Resources

Access Video: Just for Kids -- Enjoy TV shows like Arthur, Sesame Street, Odd Squad, SciGirls, and much more, including read-along storybooks and learning videos to explore topics like reading, writing, math, arts and science.

Gale in Context Elementary -- Gale In Context: Elementary meets the research needs of students in Kindergarten through grade 5, with age-appropriate content from magazines, newspapers, and reference materials, covering current events, the arts, science, health, people, government, history, and more.

Homework HelpNow -- Connect LIVE with a certified tutor, seven days a week, 24/7, for assistance with assignments and research, including math, reading, writing, science, social studies, and more! Submit your papers to a tutor in the Writing Lab for constructive feedback or take practice exams and create your own flashcards to prepare for tests. Tutoring is available in English and Spanish.

See all the great Jamerson Online Resources