Team Red, White & Blue!

The Jamerson Memorial Library is encouraging and challenging other local businesses to join in the Red, White & Blue Storefront and Window Decorating contest being hosted by Experience Appomattox. We have already started putting up our display in honor of this great country’s 250th anniversary! We welcome patrons to stop by and take photos at our new Americana photo booth, located outside our front doors. Be sure to post them on your social media accounts and tag us!

We have so much stuff going on for the month of July that our July Newsletter has been printed early, so that patrons can make plans to join us for our many programs and events. Don’t have time to take a vacation this year? Don’t worry, we have you covered with a library-cation at the J. Robert Jamerson Memorial Library!

The Jamerson Library had a surprise this week. Virginia author Jacqueline Haskins dropped by to donate a copy of her children’s book “From ABC to Loving Me”! This positive book of affirmations is for children of all races and backgrounds to learn to love themselves as they are, and to be the best they can be. You can learn more about Jacqueline, who is a champion for happiness, and a cheerleader for life on her Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/monique.haskins.58 ..

On Monday June 15th, the Library welcomed the ladies from Sun Bonnet Sue Stitchers for a “hen session” of good conversation, donuts, crocheting, knitting, embroidery, and other such crafty endeavors. If you are interested in joining the henhouse, these ladies will be meeting at the Library on Monday, July 6th, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. Bring your needles and spill the tea!

It was BAC (Book, Activity, & Craft) to the Library on the afternoon Tuesday, June 16th. Library Fairy MaKayla introduced the book “Oh No! Dinosaurs in the Supermarket” by Timothy Knapman. The kids enjoyed snacks while building a dinosaur terrarium and planting sunflower seeds.

On Wednesday June 17th, ACG Hospice met with patrons at the Jamerson Memorial Library for an interactive meeting to answer questions, and discuss the importance of providing hospice care to loved ones.

Also on Wednesday, Alexis Griffin from Griffin’s Garden hosted a flower bar fundraiser to benefit the Jamerson Library. This micro flower farm has generously donated their time and talent to support us. Alexis and her son are familiar faces around the library, and we’re happy to host them for this event.

Wednesday was wrapped up with part 3 of a four-part new dinosaur documentary series. We stomped through 165 million years of history with free snacks and drinks. Part 4 will be shown in the Library’s community room on Wednesday, June 24th, starting at 1:00 pm.

On Thursday, June 18th, the Library welcomed Methodist Daycare for a dinotastic time featuring coloring pages and tie-dyed dinosaur silhouettes, and dinosaur activity sheets.

It was BAC (Book, Craft & Activity) to the Library on Thursday, featuring the book “Dino-Wrestling” by Lisa Wheeler. The kids enjoyed snacks while making a dinosaur mask and playing a dinosaur scramble matching game. Our next BAC to the Library will be on Tuesday, July 23rd, starting at 1:00 pm.

The Library was closed to the public for Juneteenth, but we were at the Appomattox for Equality’s Juneteenth celebration! Staff passed out library information, the July newsletter, crafts and Juneteenth bracelets, bookmarks, pins, and other assorted give-a-ways. This Library has been celebrating Juneteenth with Appomattox for Equality for several years. We are honored to be invited every year, and look forward to continuing to celebrate diversity, culture, learning and community togetherness.

On Saturday, June 20th, the staff participated in community outreach at the James River State Park’s Batteaux & Banjos Festival. Staff enjoyed passing out Library information, crafts, bubbles, and the July Newsletter. Oz was a popular person as she embraced her creative spirit by providing body glitter tattoos to those wanting to sparkle next to the James River. We would like to thank Appomattox for Equality and the James River State Park for including us in their many venues to bring communities closer together and “Library Joy”. Librarian and author Mychal Threets is famous for spreading “library joy” and championing literacy, kindness, and mental health awareness. His most inspiring quotes celebrate the refuge and safety found in libraries. The J. Robert Jamerson Memorial Library embraces and promotes Library Joy.

In observance of the Independence Day Holiday, the Library will be closed on Friday, July 3rd, and Saturday, July 4th. We will reopen for normal business hours on Monday, July 6th, starting at 9:30 am. The book drop located at the back of the building will remain open at this time. Please do not leave library-owned materials on the free rack located at the main entrance. The Library is not responsible for materials left on this rack.

If you have any questions or concerns about this article or other library-related topics, please feel free to call us during normal business hours.

Article/photo submitted by
Katharine G. Bloodworth
J. Robert Jamerson Memorial Library

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

DVDs

• Infinity
• Jurassic Park: The Lost World
• Jurassic Park III
• Stand and Deliver
• An Invisible Sign
• Reacher: Season Two
• Reacher: Season Three

Community Calendar

June 23rd, Tuesday – Jamerson Library’s Book, Activity & Craft (BAC) Day from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm in the Library’s community room. The Library will feature a dinosaur themed book, create your own petroglyphs, and a dino excavation. Join us for free snacks, and earn a brag tag for attending.

June 23rd, Tuesday – GED Outreach @ the J. Robert Jamerson Memorial Library. From 5:00 pm – 7:00 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.

June 24th, Wednesday – Griffin’s Garden Fundraiser at the Jamerson Memorial Library. Join Alexis from Griffin’s Garden from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm at the Library for a fresh flower sale. A portion of her sales will benefit the Library. Support a local business and your local Library!

June 24th, Wednesday – Dinosaur documentary starting at 1:00 pm in the Library’s community room. Join us for part 4 of a four-part new dinosaur documentary series as we stomp through 165 million years of history with free snacks and drinks.

June 25th, Thursday – Trot the Book Bus at the Jamerson Library from 11:00 am to 12:00 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.

June 25th, Thursday – Jamerson Library’s Book, Activity & Craft (BAC) Day from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm in the Library’s community room. The Library will feature a dinosaur-themed book, write like an Egyptian, and gemstone dig. Join us for free snacks, and earn a brag tag for attending.

June 25th, Thursday – Jamerson Library’s Summer Blockbuster Movie Night starting at 6:00 pm. Join us for this classic PG-13 movie about genetically engineered dinosaurs that run amok at an island park. We will serve free refreshments.

June 26th, Friday – Jamerson Memorial Library presents Rodney’s Raptors starting at 1:00 pm in Abbitt Park. Rodney Stotts will showcase live birds of prey, and provide interesting facts about raptors, what they are, their care, individual needs and other questions by patrons. To find out more about Rodney and his raptors, you can visit their website at:https://www.birdmanrodney.com/home

June 30th, Tuesday – GED Outreach @ the J. Robert Jamerson Memorial Library. From 5:00 pm – 7:00 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.

July 1st, Wednesday – Legal Aid to host an educational seminar at the Jamerson Library starting at 2:00pm in the community room. This month’s topic is Working While on SSI/SSDI Benefits.

July 2nd, Thursday – Trot the Book Bus at the Jamerson Library from 11:00 am to 12:00 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.

CLOSED JULY 3RD AND 4TH

July 6th, Monday – Sun Bonnet Sue Stitchers to meet at the J. Robert Jamerson Memorial Library starting at 10:00 am. 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!

July 7th, Tuesday – Jamerson Library’s Book, Activity & Craft Day from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm in the Library’s community room. The Library will feature a dinosaur-themed book, dinosaur sunset silhouette art, and dino impressions. Join us for free snacks, and earn a brag tag for attending.

July 7th, Tuesday – All Aboard! Pamplin Depot Story & Craft Time by the Jamerson Memorial Library, starting at 1:00 pm. Meet Library Director Cindy Scheu for an adventure in reading and creativity. The Library will feature an age-appropriate book for children preschool through 6 years of age, followed by a simple craft project and snacks. Everyone is welcome to attend with the understanding that this program is intended for younger patrons.

July 7th, Tuesday – Pamplin Depot’s Creative Class for Adults hosted by the Jamerson Memorial Library starting at 3:00pm. Patrons 18+ can join us for decoupage art. You must be pre-registered to attend this class so that we can make sure we have plenty of supplies ordered. Please register online at: https://www.jrjml.org/adult-program-registration .

July 8th – Wednesday – Jamerson Library’s Summer Reading Family Story & Craft Time in Abbitt Park starting at 11:00 am. Our guest reader will be Kaitlyn from Robert E. Lee Soil and Water Conservation District. She will read the a family-friendly book followed by a craft and snacks. Each family will get to take a copy of the book home. You must be pre-registered to attend this event as space, books and supplies are limited. Please register online at: https://www.jrjml.org/kids-program-registration/, or in person at the circulation desk.

July 8th, Wednesday – Jamerson Library’s Afternoon Summer Movie starting at 1:00 pm in the Library’s community room. A young man begins a journey that will change the galaxy. Nineteen years after the formation of the Empire, our hero is thrust into the struggles of the Rebel Alliance when he meets his mentor, who has lived for years in seclusion on a desert planet, beginning his journey to chance the balance of the force.

July 8th, Wednesday – Jamerson Library’s Adult Book Club starting at 5:30 pm. This month’s book is “The Rom-Commers” by Katherine Center. Emma Wheeler, an aspiring screenwriter and full-time caretaker for her dad, finally gets her big break: rewriting a script for her idol, Charlie Yates. But Charlie is arrogant, dismissive, and doesn’t even care about the project – he just wants it greenlit so he can move on. Worst of all, he thinks love is a scam. Emma refused to back down, fighting for herself, rom-coms, and love itself- until an accidental kiss complicates everything and the line between fiction and real life starts to blur. Copies of this month’s book are available at the circulation desk.

July 9th, Thursday – Trot the Book Bus at the Jamerson Library from 11:00 am to 12:00 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.

July 9th, Thursday – Jamerson Library’s Book, Activity & Craft (BAC) Day from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm in the Library’s community room. The Library will feature a dinosaur-themed book, dinosaur pointillism art, and build a Lego® dino. Use the Library’s Lego® bricks to build and photograph an assortment of dinosaurs, and get a free small building brick set of a dinosaur pattern to take home! Join us for free snacks, and earn a brag tag for attending.

July 10th, Friday – Jamerson Library’s Dinosaur Academy starting at 1:00 pm in Abbitt Park, located next to the Library. Science meets adventure – and the dinosaur are back! From stomping stegosaurs to clever velociraptors, this interactive journey brings the ancient world to life right before your eyes. Please bring your own lawn chairs or blankets.

July 11th, Saturday – Jamerson Library’s Creative Class for Adults starting at 10:00 am in the community room. Patrons 18+ can join us for decoupage art. You must be pre-registered to attend this class so that we can make sure we have plenty of supplies ordered. Please register online at: https://www.jrjml.org/adult-program-registration .

July 14th, Tuesday – Jamerson Library’s Book, Activity & Craft (BAC) Day from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm in the Library’s community room. The Library will feature a dinosaur-themed book, dino-riffic bookmarks, Join us free snacks, and earn a brag tag for attending.

July 14th, Tuesday – Pamplin Depot Story & Craft Time by the Jamerson Memorial Library, starting at 1:00 pm. Meet Library Director Cindy Scheu for an adventure in reading and creativity. The Library will feature an age-appropriate book for children preschool through 6 years of age, followed by a simple craft project and snacks. Everyone is welcome to attend with the understanding that this program is intended for younger patrons.

July 14th, Tuesday – Pamplin Depot Adult Book Club hosted by the Jamerson Memorial Library 3:00pm. This month’s book is “The Rom-Commers” by Katherine Center. Emma Wheeler, an aspiring screenwriter and full-time caretaker for her dad, finally gets her big break: rewriting a script for her idol, Charlie Yates. But Charlie is arrogant, dismissive, and doesn’t even care about the project – he just wants it greenlit so he can move on. Worst of all, he thinks love is a scam. Emma refused to back down, fighting for herself, rom-coms, and love itself- until an accidental kiss complicates everything and the line between fiction and real life starts to blue. Copies of this month’s book are available at the Pamplin Town Office.

July 14th, Tuesday – Appomattox Court House Quilt Guild to meet at the Jamerson Library 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm.

July 15th, Wednesday – Jamerson Library’s Summer Movie starting at 1:00 pm in the Library’s community room. The roguish yet charming Captain’s idyllic pirate life capsizes after his nemesis steals his ship, and later attacks the town of Port Royal, kidnapping the governor’s beautiful daughter.

July 16th, Thursday – Jamerson Library’s Book, Activity & Craft (BAC) Day from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm in the Library’s community room. The Library will feature a dinosaur-themed book, dinosaur gardens, and dino stomp. Join us for free snacks, and earn a brag tag for attending.

July 17th, Friday – Jamerson Library presents the Amazing Mr. B “Digging up Wonder” magic show starting at 1:00 pm. Join magician Amazing Mr. B for his Digging Up Wonder show — a dino-sized adventure where ancient mysteries meet modern magic! With fossils, fun, and a few surprising twists, this show unearths the thrill of discovery. Perfect for curious kids, budding paleontologists, and anyone who loves a good laugh!

July 20th, Monday – Sun Bonnet Sue Stitchers to meet at the J. Robert Jamerson Memorial Library starting at 10:00 am. 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!

July 21st, Tuesday – Jamerson Library’s Book, Activity & Craft (BAC) Day from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm in the Library’s community room. The Library will feature a dinosaur-themed book, tangram dinosaurs, and dig for treasure. Join us for free snacks, and earn a brag tag for attending.

July 21st, Tuesday – Pamplin Depot Story & Craft Time by the Jamerson Memorial Library, starting at 1:00 pm. Meet Library Director Cindy Scheu for an adventure in reading and creativity. The Library will feature an age-appropriate book for children preschool through 6 years of age, followed by a simple craft project and snacks. Everyone is welcome to attend with the understanding that this program is intended for younger patrons.

July 22nd, Wednesday – Jamerson Library’s Summer Movie starting at 1:00 pm in the community room. A futuristic team of unlikely superheroes protect the galaxy from danger.

July 23rd, Thursday – Jamerson Library’s Book, Activity & Craft (BAC) Day from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm in the Library’s community room. The Library will feature a dinosaur-themed book, dinosaur dirt cups, and hot dinosaur egg. Join us for free snacks, and earn a brag tag for attending.

July 24th, Friday – Special Story Time starting at 11:00 am at the Jamerson Library. Join Virginia mother and daughter author duo Rachel and Jordan Arnette as they present their book “Jojo’s Journey: Let’s go to Kindergarten”. Join Jojo as she begins her exciting Journey into Kindergarten! Jojo is both nervous and curious as she steps onto the school bus for the very first time. With the help of her loving parents and her teacher, Mrs. Wish, Jojo learns that being brave opens the door to fun, friendship, and new adventures. From classroom games to making her very first best friend, Jojo discovers that kindergarten is a place where everyone belongs and every day is filled with something new to learn and love. Rachel and Jordan will be giving away free mini coloring books and offering copies of their book for sale.

July 28th, Tuesday – Jamerson Library presents Worm Farming and Composting Basics from 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm. This event is open to patrons of all ages. A worm farm is a sustainable, low-maintenance way to manage organic waste, while creating premium, nutrient-rich fertilizer. By processing kitchen scraps, worms divert waste from landfills and generate organic castings and liquid fertilizer that naturally promote plant health, soil aeration, and disease resistance. This program is paid for by the Infinite Sums Grant.

July 28th, Tuesday – Pamplin Depot Story & Craft Time by the Jamerson Memorial Library, starting at 1:00 pm. Meet Library Director Cindy Scheu for an adventure in reading and creativity. The Library will feature an age-appropriate book for children preschool through 6 years of age, followed by a simple craft project and snacks. Everyone is welcome to attend with the understanding that this program is intended for younger patrons.

July 29th, Wednesday – Jamerson Library’s Infinity Monsters Crafts for all ages starting at 4:00 pm in the Library’s community room. Enjoy the endless options to create your own build-a-monster and snacks! This program is paid for by the Infinite Sums Grant.

July 29th, Wednesday – Jamerson Library’s Creative Class for Adults starting at 6:00 pm. Math matters including in nature and flowers! Join us in making an infinity flower art piece. You must be pre-registered to attend this event as supplies and space are limited. Please register online at: https://www.jrjml.org/adult-program-registration . This program is paid for by the Infinite Sums Grant.

July 30th, Thursday – Jamerson Library Infinity Kaleidoscope craft for patrons of all ages starting at 4:00 pm in the Library’s community room. Make and take your very own kaleidoscope, with free snacks! This program is paid for by the Infinite Sums Grant.

July 30th, Thursday – Jamerson Library’s Air Clay Bowls Creative Class for Adults (Part 1) from 6:00 – 7:30 pm in the Library’s community room. Use your fingers and your imagination to create clay bowls. You must be pre-registered to attend this event as supplies and space are limited. Please register online at: https://www.jrjml.org/adult-program-registration .

July 31st, Friday – Jamerson Library’s Final Splashdown in Abbitt Park! Join us as we say goodbye to the 2026 Summer Reading program with a splash! Dress to get wet and meet us in the park, next to the Library, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Don’t forget your towels and a change of clothes. There will be games, waterslides, bubbles and more. Bring a t-shirt for tie-dying!