Ashland Branch Library in historic downtown Ashland
Mother Goose Storytime
Mondays, March 2, 9, 16, & 23, 10:30 - 11:00am
Mother Goose is a Storytime for children age 6 to 24 months and their caregivers. We have fun with nursery rhymes, singing and reading.
Call 804-798-4072 or visit the library at 201 S. Railroad Ave. for more information.
https://pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/event/15442729
Dr. Seuss Birthday Party
Monday, March 2, 3:30 - 4:30pm
Ages 2-5. Join our Dr. Seuss Birthday Party and sing along for a fun time! Make crafts, too! Registration is not required, but you can register for a reminder.
Call 804-798-4072 or visit the library at 201 S. Railroad Ave. for more information.
https://pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/event/15181596
Making Origami Paper Cranes
Monday, March 2, 6:00 - 7:00pm
Ages 13-Adults. In support of the One Thousand Origami Cranes Project established by Randolph-Macon College in 2011 to honor those lost in the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake and Tsunami, including RMC alumni Taylor Anderson '08, Koki Yamamoto, a Japan Outreach Initiative Coordinator based at Randolph-Macon will teach participants how to make origami paper cranes, which will be donated to the project.
Call 804-798-4072 or visit the library at 201 S. Railroad Ave. for more information.
https://pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/event/16274724
Toddler Storytime
Tuesdays, March 3, 10, 17, & 24, 10:30 - 11:00am
Enjoy a Storytime of books, music, and fun for toddlers ages 2-3 and their caregivers.
Call 804-798-4072 or visit the library at 201 S. Railroad Ave. for more information.
https://pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/event/15442991
Preschool Storytime
Tuesdays, March 3, 10, 17, & 24, 11:30am - noon
Enjoy books, music, fingerplays, and much more at Preschool Storytime! For ages 3-5 with a caregiver.
Call 804-798-4072 or visit the library at 201 S. Railroad Ave. for more information.
https://pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/event/15443344
Next Chapter Book Club
Wednesdays, March 4, 11, 18, & 25 10:30 - 11:30am
Ages 18 & up. Next Chapter Book Club is a community-based book club program for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, regardless of their reading or ability level. Two facilitators will assist participants as they read and discuss the pre-selected book. Books and materials will be provided.
Call 804-798-4072 or visit the library at 201 S. Railroad Ave. for more information.
https://pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/event/15185101
Entrepreneurial Boot Camp
Wednesday, March 4, 6:00 - 7:00pm
Have a business idea you're ready to bring to life, or a business you're ready to grow? The Entrepreneur Boot Camp gives you expert guidance, practical tools, and the confidence to take your next step. In March, we'll be discussing validating your customers and market.
Call 804-798-4072 or visit the library at 201 S. Railroad Ave. for more information.
https://pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/event/15482727
Yarnworks
Thursdays, March 5 & 19, 5:30 - 7:30pm
Ages 13-Adults. Join fellow yarn lovers the first and third Thursday of every month for knitting, crocheting, and conversation. All levels of experience are welcome and invited to attend.
Call 804-798-4072 or visit the library at 201 S. Railroad Ave. for more information.
https://pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/event/15331688
Family Storytime
Saturday, March 7, 11:00 - 11:30am
Enjoy a fun time with books, signing, rhymes, and much more! Family Storytime is for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers.
Call 804-798-4072 or visit the library at 201 S. Railroad Ave. for more information.
https://pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/event/15587118
Revolutionary War Living History
Saturday, March 7, 3:30 - 4:30pm
All ages. In honor of VA250, National Park Ranger, Mark Wilcox will be interpreting Revolutionary War living history. He will be in clothing of the period and show a flintlock rifle and other items.
Call 804-798-4072 or visit the library at 201 S. Railroad Ave. for more information.
https://pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/event/15521857
Three Rivers Livestock Club
Tuesday, March 10, 6:30 - 8:30pm
Ages 5-18. Are you interested in chickens, rabbits, goats, sheep, pigs, or cows? Would you like to learn about livestock, participate in community service projects, local fairs, livestock shows, livestock judging, or skillathons? 4-H focuses on learning, growing and serving in our local community. Come join us to see if you might enjoy being part of our club.
Call 804-798-4072 or visit the library at 201 S. Railroad Ave. for more information.
https://pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/event/15252497
READ to Maggie
Wednesday, March 11, starting at 3:00pm
Grades K-5. All set to go from Reluctant Reader to Ready Reader? Sign up for a 15-minute session with pup Maggie, a therapy assistance dog. Bring a book to read to her or pick one up at the library. Happy Reading!
Call 804-798-4072 or visit the library at 201 S. Railroad Ave. for more information.
https://pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/event/15453313
Must Love Words
Wednesday, March 11, 7:00 - 8:30pm
Writers, are you looking for inspiration? Need readers with a discerning eye? Join us for constructive feedback and discussion about the craft of writing on the 2nd Wednesday of this month. Due to group resources email and word processing are used to communicate outside of meetings. Access to email and familiarity with word processing is preferred.
Call 804-798-4072 or visit the library at 201 S. Railroad Ave. for more information.
https://pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/event/15599190
Make Your Own Slime
Thursday, March 12, 4:00 - 5:00pm
Ages 5 and up. In honor of Dr. Seuss' birthday, make slime in fun colors to take home!
Call 804-798-4072 or visit the library at 201 S. Railroad Ave. for more information.
https://pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/event/15182130
Mad about Mahjong!
Fridays, March 13 & 27, 10:00am - noon
Looking for experienced players to play with? Come join other Mahjong enthusiasts in playing the cultural tile game every other Friday at the Ashland Library!
Call 804-798-4072 or visit the library at 201 S. Railroad Ave. for more information.
https://pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/event/15328858
Tips for Growing Hydrangeas
Saturday, March 14, 11:00am - noon
Ages 13-Adults. Meet a Hanover Master Gardener and hydrangea expert and learn how to keep these quintessential southern shrubs thriving and blooming. Learn about the different types of hydrangeas, the best environments for them to thrive in, how and when to prune, and how to treat and prevent common diseases.
https://pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/event/15411584
Afternoon Book Club
Monday, March 16, 1:00 - 2:00pm
Read our book of the month and engage in a lively discussion about it. Share views about the book and author and share reading recommendations.
Call 804-798-4072 or visit the library at 201 S. Railroad Ave. for more information.
https://pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/event/15173492
Ashland Evening Book Club
Tuesday, March 17, 6:00 - 7:00pm
Ages 18 & up. Join the Ashland Evening book club by reading the book of the month and engage in a lively discussion about the book. Share views about the book and author and share reading recommendations.
https://pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/event/15173518
Line Dancing
Wednesday, March 18, 6:15 - 7:15pm
Ages 13-Adults. Learn and have fun with the Boot Scooters of Ashland at our beginning line dancing class. No experience necessary!
Call 804-798-4072 or visit the library at 201 S. Railroad Ave. for more information.
https://pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/event/15482599
Ashland Morning Book Club
Friday, March 20, 10:00 - 11:00am
Read our book of the month and engage in a lively discussion about it. Share views about the book and author and share reading recommendations.
Call 804-798-4072 or visit the library at 201 S. Railroad Ave. for more information.
https://pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/event/15173452
Farmer Storytime
Saturday, March 21, 10:30am - noon
Ages 2-6. Farmer Kim is back with new animals and new stories! Enjoy a fun Storytime and pet some farm animals. Registration is not required, but you can register for a reminder.
Call 804-798-4072 or visit the library at 201 S. Railroad Ave. for more information.
https://pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/event/15182379
Introduction to Foraging
Saturday, March 21, 1:00 - 2:00pm
Ages 13-Adults. Alison Meehan, experienced forager and founder of Tracks & Roots will discuss the practice of foraging and teach participants how to identify wild edible plants available in Central Virginia. Attendees will also learn about which poisonous look-alikes to stay away from.
Call 804-798-4072 or visit the library at 201 S. Railroad Ave. for more information.
https://pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/event/15302808
Ashland Teen Advisory Board (TAB)
Monday, March 23, 4:30 - 5:30pm
Teens, join the Ashland Library's Teen Advisory Board! We will play games, eat snacks, and share ideas about teen needs at the library and in your community. We meet the third Monday of the month and participation with Teen Advisory Board programs and activities earns you service credit hours.
Call 804-798-4072 or visit the library at 201 S. Railroad Ave. for more information.
https://pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/event/15179492
Old Time Butter Making
Thursday, March 26, 3:30m - 4:30pm
All ages. Learn the science of butter making and examine an old-fashioned butter churn that colonists would have used. Then make your own butter to enjoy as a snack!
Call 804-798-4072 or visit the library at 201 S. Railroad Ave. for more information.
Submitted by:
Carolyn Garner, Adult Public Services Coordinator
804-569-0370 ext 1312