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Your novel journey starts now. November is National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo). Challenge yourself to write 50,000 words in a month. Join us for activities, encouragement, and free writing periods to support your writing goals. Bring your own laptop or other internet-capable device. Ages 18 and up. Registration is required. Call (434) 799-5195. Monday, October 30 - Introduction and Prep Mondays, November 6, 13, 20, 27 - Free Writing and Writing Sprints Mondays, December 4, 11, 18 - Discuss revisions and editing

Solve puzzles, defeat the monsters, and discover treasure along the way. All experience levels are welcome. This is a 5th edition game. First time participants receive a free set of dice. Snacks are provided. Saturday sessions include lunch. Grades 6-12. Space is limited. Register by the Monday before the program. Call (434) 799-5195.

Make your own LEGO brick creation to meet this month’s creative challenge. Bricks provided; imagination required. All LEGO models will be displayed in the children’s department. Ages 5-17. Registration is required. Call (434) 799-5195.

Unwind from your day with a relaxing arts and crafts project. Let your creativity shine to create a cute craft or inspiring art piece. Bring friends and meet new ones. Ages 18 and up. Registration is required. Call (434) 799-5195. Thursday, September 14 Button Flower Bouquet Tuesday, October 24 Monster Slime Jar Thursday, November 9 Turkey Bucket Tuesday, December 5 DIY Craft Stick Puzzle Tuesday, December 19 Sharpie Mug

Are you a tween who is creative and loves to write? Explore and foster your creative voice through writing prompts and exercises. Covering short stories, poetry, prose, non-fiction, and more, writers will be able to share their work and collaborate with others in a relaxed workshop environment. Grades 6-12. Registration is required. Call (434) 799-5195.

Children and their caregivers are invited to join us for songs, stories, and activities that promote language development and pre-literacy skills. Recommended for ages 2-5. Registration is required. Call (434) 799-5195.

Make your own ginger salt dough ornaments and try your hardest to catch the gingerbread man! Ages 2-12. Registration is required. Call (434) 799-5195.

Make your own ginger salt dough ornaments and try your hardest to catch the gingerbread man! Ages 2-12. Registration is required. Call (434) 799-5195.

Learn helpful tips and hear interesting stories related to genealogy topics with our guest speaker. Ages 18 and up. Registration is required. Call (434) 799-5195. December 7 - The Crossing of the Dan with Gary Hall

From cozy mysteries to intense thrillers, we will discuss all the twists and turns and theories we have along the way. Join us for a thought-provoking discussion and meet other mystery lovers in the community. Ages 18 and up. Registration is required. Call (434) 799-5195. September 7 “A Study in Scarlet Women” by Sherry Thomas October 5 “Nothing More Dangerous” by Allen Eskens November 2 “Finlay Donovan Is Killing It” by Elle Cosimano December 7 “The Night Shift” by Alex Finlay

Put your goggles and lab coats on and explore components of STEAM through hands-on demonstrations, experiments, and crafts. Ages 8-17. Registration is required. Call (434) 799-5195. October 5 Spooky Science December 7 Marshmallow Engineering

Music and rhymes, stories, and fingerplays in a lapsit program for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for children 0-24 months. Registration is required. Call (434) 799-5195.

Your novel journey starts now. November is National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo). Challenge yourself to write 50,000 words in a month. Join us for activities, encouragement, and free writing periods to support your writing goals. Bring your own laptop or other internet-capable device. Ages 18 and up. Registration is required. Call (434) 799-5195. Monday, October 30 - Introduction and Prep Mondays, November 6, 13, 20, 27 - Free Writing and Writing Sprints Mondays, December 4, 11, 18 - Discuss revisions and editing

Celebrate Walt Disney’s birthday with a magical night of Disney-rific crafts and games. All ages. Registration is required. Call (434) 799-5195.

If you love writing, join us for inspiration, encouragement, and feedback. Bring what you are working on to share with the group or just come to discuss your craft. All genres and writing styles are welcome. Ages 18 and up. Registration is required. Call (434) 799-5195.

Children and their caregivers are invited to join us for songs, stories, and activities that promote language development and pre-literacy skills. Recommended for ages 2-5. Registration is required. Call (434) 799-5195.

Join us for a night of crafts, music, and snacks. Bring your friends and make new ones. Ages 10-17. Registration is required. Call (434) 799-5195. September 13 Macrame Leaf Hanging October 18 Vampire Sock Gnome November 15 DIY Geodes December 13 Holiday Ornaments

Put your thinking caps on and join us to solve crosswords, logic puzzles, and other riddles. You are welcome to bring your own brain teasers for the group to solve. Ages 18 and up. Registration is required. Call (434) 799-5195.

Explore, create, and learn through interactive STEAM based activities that will engage the mind and body as your child builds their fine motor skills and creativity while exploring scientific concepts. Ages 2-7. Registration is required. Call (434) 799-5195. November 9 I Like to Move It Move It! (Force and Motion) December 14 Winter Wonderland

The Teen Advisory Board is a way for teens to have a voice at the library and help others in their community. TAB goals include promoting library services, helping library staff develop teen programs and strong young adult book collections, and creating youth-led service projects. Grades 6-12. Call (434) 799-5195.

After-hours at the library is for teens-only! Play video games with friends, make slime, have nerf battles, eat pizza, and more. Grades 6-12. Registration is required. Call (434) 799-5195.

Your novel journey starts now. November is National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo). Challenge yourself to write 50,000 words in a month. Join us for activities, encouragement, and free writing periods to support your writing goals. Bring your own laptop or other internet-capable device. Ages 18 and up. Registration is required. Call (434) 799-5195. Monday, October 30 - Introduction and Prep Mondays, November 6, 13, 20, 27 - Free Writing and Writing Sprints Mondays, December 4, 11, 18 - Discuss revisions and editing

We all learned about the classics in high school. Let’s read them again just for fun! Join our discussion for a fresh perspective on these enduring tales. Ages 18 and up. Registration is required. Call (434) 799-5195. September 18 “Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, an American Slave” by Frederick Douglass October 23 “The Picture of Dorian Gray” by Oscar Wilde November 20 “A Tree Grows in Brooklyn” by Betty Smith December 18 “The Hobbit” by J.R.R. Tolkien

Calling all holiday elves! Spend the night creating your own special toy with provided materials. Become Santa’s little helper today! Ages 3-12. Registration is required. Call (434) 799-5195.

Unwind from your day with a relaxing arts and crafts project. Let your creativity shine to create a cute craft or inspiring art piece. Bring your friends and meet new ones. Ages 18 and up. Registration is required. Call (434) 799-5195. Thursday, September 14 Button Flower Bouquet Tuesday, October 24 Monster Slime Jar Thursday, November 9 Turkey Bucket Tuesday, December 5 DIY Craft Stick Puzzle Tuesday, December 19 Sharpie Mug

Children and their caregivers are invited to join us for songs, stories, and activities that promote language development and pre-literacy skills. Recommended for ages 2-5. Registration is required. Call (434) 799-5195.

Talk about “Maizy Chen's Last Chance” by Lisa Yee and get to know your fellow bookworms! Be sure to read the book ahead of time to get the most out of the program! A free copy of the book will be given out to the first newcomer to register a month before the meeting. Snacks provided. Grades 5-8. Call (434) 799-5195.

Bring your wrapping skills and holiday spirit to the library. Enjoy a hot beverage and holiday music as you learn simple ways to dress up your gifts with easy-to-make bows, tags, and more. Ages 18 and up. Registration is required. Call (434) 799-5195.

Calling all witches, wizards, and Muggles. Join us monthly as we learn different wizarding subjects, from Herbology and Charms to Defense Against the Dark Arts, with crafts, activities, and demonstrations. Become a DA member today! Ages 9 and up. Registration is required. Call (434) 799-5195. October 19 Defense Against the Dark Arts December 21 Yule Ball