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 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.

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.

The kids at the Library may not have seen a groundhog, but they did see a hedgehog! For Wednesday, February 11th’s Story and Craft Time, Library Fairy MaKayla read the book “The Night of the Hedgehog” by Tanya Rose.

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.

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.

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.

Jamerson Library’s After School Crafts starting at 4:00 pm in the community room. Join us for another 2025 Infinite Sums Rural and Small Libraries Grant event featuring pi art! There will be pi and pie! Everyone is welcome with the understanding that this program is for tweens and teens.

Chinese New Year 2026 falls on Feb. 17th (Tues.), starting a year of the Horse. Chinese New Year, also known as Spring Festival (春节 Chūn Jié), is a joyous and peaceful festival for family reunions. People who have left home want to come back before Chinese New Year’s Eve. Thus transportation during the Spring Festival Period is considered to be the largest annual migration. It is very difficult to buy train and flight tickets during this period. Read more on https://www.chinaeducationaltours.com/guide/chinese-new-year.htm 2026 How to Celebrate Chinese New Year

Chinese New Year 2026 welcomes the Year of the Fire Horse, starting February 17, 2026.
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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.

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 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.

The J. Robert Jamerson Memorial Library is partnering with @NeighborhoodForest to give children in our community the opportunity to sign up for a free tree to plant at home during Earth Week! Sign up at: www.neighborhoodforest.org/registration.... Sign-ups are open now through Sunday, March 15th.

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.

Say hello to the tiniest, cutest new face at John Ball Zoo: Penelope and Jahari’s very first pygmy hippo calf! Watch as this little one naps, splashes, and explores while bonding with mom. 🦛 Check in often for adorable antics, heartwarming moments, and a behind-the-scenes* look at how our animal care team is helping this calf grow strong and healthy. 🧡 📍 Streaming live from John Ball Zoo in Grand Rapids, MI 🔔 Subscribe so you never miss a hippo moment! *The behind-the-scenes space may look simple and concrete, but it’s designed to be a safe, controlled environment for Penelope and her baby. This setup helps keep the calf protected and allows our animal care team to closely monitor their health and comfort. This livestream is brought to you by Michigan First Credit Union. Baby Pygmy Hippo Live Cam - John Ball Zoo

Tomorrow is National Hippo Day! What is cuter than a pygmy hippo? Nothing!
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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....

Photo of Daphne, one of the winners in our "Love Your Library" counting contest. Cogratulations Daphne!

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 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.

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 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.

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.

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 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?

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 10th, Tuesday – Appomattox Courthouse Quilt Guild to meet at the Jamerson Memorial Library starting at 5:30 pm in the community room.