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February 17th, Tuesday – Jamerson Library’s After School Chinese New Year Party starting at 4:00 pm in the Library’s community room. Join us in celebrating the year of the fire horse with crafts, snacks, and good luck coins! All ages welcome.
February 11, 2026 at 8:45 PM
The Jamerson Library is hosting a counting contest for Valentine's Day! Whoever guesses the closest to the number of candies in the water bottle will win 1 of 3 “Love Your Local Library” prizes! We will announce the winners on Thursday, February 12th.
February 11, 2026 at 5:15 PM
Jamerson Tween Book Club starting at 4:00 pm in the Library’s community room. Introducing our new Tween Book Club featuring the graphic novel “Song of the Sea” by Samuel Sattin. A lush graphic novel about afamily adrift and the magical adventure that brings them together.
February 11, 2026 at 4:30 PM
February 12th, Thursday – ACLA (Appomattox County Library Association) to meet at 6:00 pm in the Library’s community room. Are you interested in being a part of the organization that supports the J. Robert Jamerson Memorial Library?
February 11, 2026 at 3:16 PM
Spot the Book Bus to be in the parking lot of the J. Robert Jamerson Memorial Library from 12:10 pm to 12:40 pm. Patrons, preschool through high school, can borrow a book from this dog-painted book bus. The Library accepts Trot and Spot returns at any time during normal business hours.
February 10, 2026 at 9:30 PM
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.
February 10, 2026 at 9:07 PM
Jamerson Library’s Teen Book Club is starting at 3:30 pm in the Library’s community room. This month’s featured book is “Lunar New Year Love Story” by Gene Luen Yang. In this young adult graphic novel we meet Val, who is ready to give up on love.
February 10, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Jamerson Library’s Adult Book Club starts at 5:30 pm. This month’s featured book is “The Storied Life of A. J. Fikry” by Gabrielle Zevin. The irascible A. J. Fikry, owner of Island Books, the only bookstore on Alice Island.
February 10, 2026 at 6:05 PM
It’s a scandal! The Library staff is passing out kisses! Hershey’s kisses, that is! When you come up to the circulation desk, just be sure to ask for a “kiss” when you check out! One per person, per visit, while supplies last.
February 10, 2026 at 3:15 PM
February 10th, Tuesday – Appomattox Courthouse Quilt Guild to meet at the Jamerson Memorial Library starting at 5:30 pm in the community room.
February 9, 2026 at 5:15 PM
February 10th, Tuesday – Jamerson Library’s Tween Steam Marble Maze Challenge starting at 4:00 pm in the community room. Create your own marble maze using an assortment of craft items. Snacks will be served.
February 9, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Trot the Book Bus to be in the parking lot of the J. Robert Jamerson Memorial Library from 11:50 am to 12:45 pm. Patrons, preschool through high school, can borrow a book from this horse-painted book bus. The Library accepts Trot and Spot returns at any time during normal business hours.
February 9, 2026 at 3:10 PM
February 12th, Thursday – ACLA (Appomattox County Library Association) to meet at 6:00 pm in the Library’s community room. Are you interested in being a part of the organization that supports the J. Robert Jamerson Memorial Library?
February 7, 2026 at 3:16 PM
February 19th, Thursday – Jamerson Library’s Retro Movie Night starting at 5:30 pm in the Library’s community room. In celebration of our nation’s upcoming 250th anniversary celebration, we will feature a thrilling, edge-of-your-seat adventure movie.
February 7, 2026 at 3:00 PM
We want you to fall in love with the Jamerson Library. Staff have set up an outdoor Valentine's Photo Booth at our front doors. We encourage you to share the “love” by stopping by and taking photos with friends and family. Please be sure to tag us on your social media accounts!
February 7, 2026 at 2:45 PM
February 7th, Saturday – Take Your Child to the Library Day from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm at the Jamerson Library. A perfect way to spend a Saturday, at your local Library! Enjoy snacks and crafts as you explore the world of books and beyond!
February 6, 2026 at 8:45 PM
Monday – GED Outreach @ the J. Robert Jamerson Memorial Library. From 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm. Doriane Mills from the Adult Learning Center will be at the Library to answer your questions and help you sign up for classes to earn your GED.
February 6, 2026 at 5:12 PM
February is barley month. Follow this link for some recipes!
www.bonappetit.com/gallery/barl...
23 Healthy Barley Recipes That Aren’t All Soup
Like stir-fried barley with kimchi, pomegranate-dappled tabbouleh, and barley salad with mushrooms.
www.bonappetit.com
February 6, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Due to the weather, Miss American Star Achievement's pet food drive at the Library has been extended to Friday, February 13th. This community service outreach will benefit a Virginia animal shelter. You can drop off pet food and other pet items in the donation box near the circulation desk.
February 6, 2026 at 3:30 PM
February 24th, Tuesday – Jamerson Library’s Teen Crafts with MaKayla starting at 3:30 pm in the community room. Join us for Pi string art and snacks! Everyone is welcome to attend with the understanding that this event is for teenagers.
February 6, 2026 at 2:45 PM
February 25th, Wednesday – Holliday Lake State Park to host Preschool Story & Craft Time at the J. Robert Jamerson Memorial Library starting at 11:00 am and 12:00 pm. Ranger Chance will read the book “Lake Mamas & Babies” by Stan Tekiela. There will be a simple craft project and snacks.
February 5, 2026 at 10:00 PM
February 4th, Wednesday – A representative from Legal Aid will meet at the Jamerson Library starting at 2:00 pm in our community room. This month’s topic will be Renter’s Rights.
February 5, 2026 at 10:00 PM
Creative Class for Adults starting at 10:00 am in the community room. This month’s theme will be monochromatic abstract painting. You must be pre-registered to attend as space and supplies are limited. You can register online at: www.jrjml.org/adult-progra....
February 5, 2026 at 9:45 PM
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.
February 5, 2026 at 9:07 PM