Lovettsville Children and Teens

What's Happenin' @ the Library

2009-11-04T10:29:00.011-05:00

Rats Read @ the Library

Our Guys Read book club read Emmy and the Incredible Shrinking Rat for their October meeting. We're not sure who enjoyed themselves more, the guys or the rats. Emmy's author, Lynne Jonell, shared our guys and rats with her fans on her own blog. Join the guys next month on Tuesday, Nov. 17 @ 4pm to discuss Lloyd Alexander's classic The Book of Three.

Upcoming @ the Library

Series Fun Kids Book Club, ages 6-8.
Thursday, November 5, 4 pm
Magic Tree House: Thanksgiving on Thursday by Mary Pope Osborne
Join Ms. Barbara for a discussion, snack, and activity.
Register online.

Family Wii, ages 6 and up.
Saturday, November 7, 12 noon
Wii fun for everyone!
Register online.

Turkey Tales Storytime and Craft, ages 2 -6 with adult.
Wednesday, November 18, 4 pm
Join us for turkey tales, snack, and activity.
Register online.

Guys Read! Book Club, ages 9-12.
Thursday, November 19, 4 pm
The Book of Three by Lloyd Alexander
Join Mr. Chuck and the "guys" for a discussion, snack, and activity.
Register online.

VRC High School Book Club, ages 14-18.
Thursday, November 19, 7pm
Unwind by Neal Shusterman
Join us for a discussion, snack, and activity.

See you here soon,

Catie

Teen Read Week 2010: October 18- 24

2009-10-20T11:35:00.014-04:00

"Read Beyond Reality”

It’s Teen Read Week. In keeping with this year’s theme “Read Beyond Reality,” I’ve made a list of some of my favorite YA dystopian novels. My 12th grade English teacher first introduced me to dystopian novels, and I’ve been hooked ever since.

For those of you new to the concept, a dystopia is defined most simply as a bad place. It is the opposite of a utopia—a perfect place. Often dystopian novels reflect current society but with a horrific twist. Think dysfunction on a large scale. In fact, Diary of Anne Frank, though nonfiction, is considered a dystopian book. Perhaps it is the scariest of dystopian books because it is true not fiction.

Dystopian novels fall into the category of fantasy, science fiction, and often, post-apocalyptic. The setting is usually in the near future; the reader can easily imagine her society slipping into the horrific circumstances of the book. Themes often include oppression, abuse of power, pitfalls of trying to turn ideals into reality, and living in constant fear.

Here is a list of some of my favorite YA dystopian novels:

The Hunger Games
By Suzanne Collins
Katniss is a 16-year-old girl living with her mother and younger sister in the poorest district of Panem, the remains of what used to be the United States. Long ago the districts waged war on the Capitol and were defeated. As part of the surrender terms, each district agreed to send one boy and one girl to appear in an annual televised event called, "The Hunger Games." The terrain, rules, and level of audience participation may change but one thing is constant: kill or be killed. When Katniss' sister is chosen by lottery, Katniss steps up to go in her place.
(Sequel: Catching Fire)

Uglies
By Scott Westerfeld
Everybody gets to be supermodel gorgeous. What could be wrong with that? Tally is about to turn sixteen, and she can't wait. Not for her license — for turning pretty. In Tally's world, your sixteenth birthday brings an operation that turns you from a repellent ugly into a stunningly attractive pretty and catapults you into a high-tech paradise where your only job is to have a really great time. In just a few weeks Tally will be there. But Tally's new friend Shay isn't sure she wants to be pretty. She'd rather risk life on the outside. When Shay runs away, Tally learns about a whole new side of the pretty world — and it isn't very pretty. The authorities offer Tally the worst choice she can imagine: find her friend and turn her in, or never turn pretty at all. The choice Tally makes changes her world forever. (Also in this series Pretties, Specials, Extras)

Unwind
By Neal Shusterman

Connor's parents want to be rid of him because he's a troublemaker. Risa has no parents and is being unwound to cut orphanage costs. Lev's unwinding has been planned since his birth, as part of his family's strict religion. Brought together by chance, and kept together by desperation, these three unlikely companions make a harrowing cross-country journey, knowing their lives hang in the balance. If they can survive until theireighteenth birthday, they can't be harmed — but when every piece of them, from their hands to their hearts, are wanted by a world gone mad, eighteen seems far, far away. (Join the LOV Teen Book Club on Thursday, November 19th @ 7:30 for a discussion about this novel!)

The Declaration
By Gemma Malley
It's the year 2140 and Longevity drugs have all but eradicated old age. A never-aging society can't sustain population growth, however...which means Anna should never have been born. Nor should any of the children she lives with at Grange Hall. The facility is full of boys and girls whose parents chose to have kids--called surpluses--despite a law forbidding them from doing so. These children are raised as servants, and brought up to believe they must atone for their very existence. Then one day a boy named Peter appears at the Hall, bringing with him news of the world outside, a place where people are starting to say that Longevity is bad, and that maybe people shouldn't live forever. Peter begs Anna to escape with him, but Anna's not sure who to trust: the strange new boy whose version of life sounds like a dangerous fairy tale, or the familiar walls of Grange Hall and the head mistress who has controlled her every waking thought? (Sequel: The Resistance)

The Bar Code Tattoo
By Suzanne Weyn
It's the near future. When you turn seventeen, you get a barcode tattoo. It's a rite of passage. It's the be-all and end-all of identity. Everybody does it. But what if you say no? What if you don't want to become a code? For Kayla, this one choice changes everything. She becomes an outcast in high school. Dangerous things happen to her family. And eventually she finds herself on the run. (Sequel: The Bar Code Rebellion)

The Tripods Trilogy
By John Christopher
Long ago, the Tripods--huge, three-legged machines--descended upon Earth and took control. Now people unquestioningly accept the Tripods' power. They have no control over their thoughts or their lives. But for a brief time in each person's life--in childhood--he is not a slave. For Will, his time of freedom is about to end--unless he can escape to the White Mountains, where the possibility of freedom still exists. The Tripods trilogy follows the adventures of Will and his cohorts, as they try to evade the Tripods and maintain their freedom and ultimately do battle against them.

The Compound
By SA Bodeen
Eli and his family have lived in the underground Compound for six years. The world they knew is gone, and they've become accustomed to their new life. Accustomed, but not happy. No amount of luxury can stifle the dull routine of living in the same place, with only his two sisters, only his father and mother, doing the same thing day after day after day. As problems with their carefully planned existence threaten to destroy their sanctuary--and their sanity--Eli can't help but wonder if he'd rather take his chances outside. Eli's father built the Compound to keep them safe. But are they safe--really?

Feed
By MT Anderson
For Titus and his friends, it started out like any ordinary trip to the moon - a chance to party during spring break and play around with some stupid low-grav at the Ricochet Lounge. But that was before the crazy hacker caused all their feeds to malfunction, sending them to the hospital to lie around with nothing inside their heads for days. And it was before Titus met Violet, a beautiful, brainy teenage girl who knows something about what it's like to live without the feed-and about resisting its omnipresent ability to categorize human thoughts and desires.

And don’t forget these classic dystopian novels:

The Giver By Lois Lowry

Ender’s Game By Orson Scott Card

Fahrenheit 451 By Kurt Vonnegut

Watership Down By Richard Adams

Nineteen Eighty-Four By George Orwell

Brave New World By Aldous Huxley

Handmaid’s Tale By Margaret Atwood

Diary of Anne Frank By Anne Frank

2009-10-06T10:39:00.007-04:00

Upcoming @ the library

For Teens:

Virginia Reader's Choice High School Book Club
**Thursday, October 15, 7:30 pm**

Tamar by Mal Peet

When her grandfather dies, Tamar inherits a box containing a series of clues and coded messages. Out of the past, another Tamar emerges, a man involved in the terrifying world of resistance fighters in Nazi-occupied Holland half a century before. His story is one of passionate love, jealousy, and tragedy set against the daily fear and casual horror of the Second World War -- and unraveling it is about to transform Tamar’s life forever.

Teen Wii Wednesday
**Wednesday, October 21, 4:30 pm**
Gamers should be ages 12 and up.
Join us for Wii fun and snacks.

For Children:

Book Character Pumpkin Pageant
**October 14-October 28**
Create a pumpkin (or other squash) decorated as your favorite book character and bring it to the library for our display.

Pumpkin Tales Storytime and Craft
**Wednesday, October 14, 4:00 pm**
For ages 2-6 with a parent or caregiver.
Register online up to 2 weeks before the day of the event.

Regular Storytimes @ the library

Mondays @ 10:30 - Terrific Twos
Wednesdays @ 10:30 - Baby and Toddler Storytime (0-24 months)
Wednesdays @ 11:30 - Preschool Storytime (ages 3-5)

No registration required.

See you here soon!

2009-09-29T14:18:00.019-04:00

Fairies Flit @ the library

Thanks to all the fairies, knights, and mortal children
who visited our Fairy Tea Party on September 23rd.
Here they are with their fairy posies. We started with
a fairy spell. We played fairy games like Fairy Freeze
and Magic Present. We enjoyed the following books:

Child of Faerie/Child of Earth (Yolen),

Princess Princess (Dale), and

Alice the Fairy (Shannon).

We made posies, had a snack, and finished our time with a reading of Robert Graves' I'd Love to be a Fairy Child.

If you missed the fun, come to one of upcoming monthly craft storytimes:

Pumpkin Tales & Craft: Wednesday, October 14th, 4 pm

Turkey Tales & Craft: Wednesday, November 18th, 4pm

Register online up to 2 weeks before the day of the event.

Annual Book Sale

Despite the rain for Octoberfest, the library held its annual book sale last weekend. Luckily, the library had space to move the sale inside. This didn't seem to deter patrons, browsers, and visitors from stopping by the sale. A warm, dry spot seemed to be just what many fest-goers needed.

Upcoming @ the library

Pajama Storytime: Tuesday, September 29th, 7pm
Wear your pjs and join Ms. Barbara for bedtime stories and songs.

Series Fun Book Club: Thursday, October 1st, 4pm (for ages 6-8)
Hank the Cowdog: The Case of the the Car-Barkaholic Dog will be discussed.

Family Wii: Saturday, October 3, 12 pm
All ages are welcome to join us for Wii gaming.

Regular Storytimes @ the library

Mondays @ 10:30 - Terrific Twos

Wednesdays @ 10:30 - Baby and Toddler Storytime (0-24 months)

Wednesdays @ 11:30 - Preschool Storytime (ages 3-5)

No registration required.

What’s happenin’ @ the library

2009-09-16T13:27:00.014-04:00

Thanks to The Polka Dots for a lively set on Saturday, September 12th. Their self-proclaimed “new blue oldtimey jazzy gypsy swing” filled the library and had patrons swayin’ in their seats. Did you miss the fun? Catch them September 24-26 in Berryville at the Watermelon Park Festival. Or become a fan of the band on Facebook and you can watch video clips of their library performance.

It’s time for 1 book 1 community. Stop by the library and pick up your FREE copy of The Wall: Growing Up Behind the Iron Curtain, a graphic memoir appropriate for young readers and adults. After you’ve read The Wall, join us on Tuesday, October 20th @ 7pm for a book discussion here in Lovettsville, and go to the Rust Library on Thursday, October 22nd @ 7 pm to hear the author speak and sign books.

Our next Teen Wii Wednesday is September 16th @ 4:30 pm. We’ll be gaming and snacking for an hour or so.

Teens are invited to come to the Virginia’s Reader’s Choice book club meeting on Thursday, September 17th @ 7:30 pm. We’ll be discussing Fortunes of Indigo Skye by Deb Caletti and having snacks.

Join us Wednesday, September 23rd @ 4pm for a Fairy Tea Party (ages 3-11). Wear a costume…fairies, princesses, knights, gnomes, and the like are expected to make an appearance. We’ll enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, a craft, and snacks. You can preregister online.

A new Guys Read! book club is meeting for the first time on Thursday, September 24 @ 4pm. The Guys (ages 9-12) are reading Charlie and the Chocolate Factory for this meeting. You can preregister online.

Our annual booksale is being held during town’s Octoberfest, Saturday, September 26th. Join us @ noon in the cul-de-sac for a performance by Funny Guy Paul Hadfield.

Wear your pjs to the library on Tuesday, September 29th @ 7pm for bedtime stories, songs, and other fun.

Regular Storytimes

Summer’s over…are you getting back into the swing of things? Don’t forget to schedule a weekly visit to the library for storytime.

Mondays @ 10:30 - Terrific Twos

Wednesdays @ 10:30 - Baby and Toddler Storytime (0-24 months)

Wednesdays @ 11:30 - Preschool Storytime (ages 3-5)

No registration required.

What's Happening At the Library!

2009-09-08T13:39:00.002-04:00

The Summer Reading Program has officially ended. Congratulations to all our readers!

Our grand prize winners were James McIntyre (0-6), Samuel Anderson (6-12) and Samantha Wells (teen). Keep on Reading!

Regular Storytime Schedule:

Mondays at 10:30 - Terrific Twos

Wednesdays at 10:30 - Baby and Toddler Storytime (0-24 months)

Wednesdays at 11:30 - Preschool Storytime (3's-5's)

No registration required.

Saturday September 12, 2:00 PM:

The Polka Dots will bring their energetic music to the Library!

Personnel: Ais Kavaldjian on fiddle, accordion, and vocals,

Nora Kavaldjian on mandolin, guitar & vocals,

Olivia Zook on Stand-up bass and guitar,

Tyler Chilton on Accordion & guitar.

The Dots play old-time, new-time, gypsy swing and orginal music -- a thrill for children and adults of all ages! Don't miss this FREE performance.

Wednesday September 16, 4:30 PM: Teen Wii Wednesday

Register online. Then come out and play!

Thursday September 17, 7:30 PM: Virginia Reader's Choice High School Book Club
Our book is: Fortunes of Indigo Skye by Deb Cletti. For ages 12-18.
Register online.

What's Happening At the Library!

2009-08-25T13:08:00.002-04:00

The Summer Reading Program officially ended August 10.
Congratulations to all our readers!
Our grand prize winners were James McIntyre (0-6), Samuel Anderson (6-12) and Samantha Wells (teen).
If you have completed the program for your age group, you may come in anytime before school starts and pick up your completion prize - a book of your choice! Keep on Reading!

Regular Storytime Schedule:
Mondays at 10:30 - Terrific Twos
Wednesdays at 10:30 - Baby and Toddler Storytime (0-24 months)
Wednesdays at 11:30 - Preschool Storytime (3's-5's)
No registration required.
We'll be closed Monday September 7 for the Labor Day Holiday.

Thursday September 3, at 4:00: Our first Series Fun book club for kids aged 7-11! We’ll explore a new series title each month. A snack will be provided. Copies of the book will be available at the library.
Our first book will be The Clue in the Corn Maze by Gertrude Chandler Warner.

Saturday September 5, 12 Noon: Family Wii Time: Play a variety of Nintendo Wii games. Parents and grandparents are welcome to join in! For ages 6 & up.

2009-08-11T15:02:00.002-04:00

The Summer Reading Program officially ends August 10.
Congratulations to all our readers!
If you have completed the program for your age group, you may come in anytime before school starts and pick up your completion prize - a book of your choice!
Keep on Reading!

Regular Storytime Schedule:

Mondays at 10:30 - Terrific Twos

Wednesdays at 10:30 - Baby and Toddler Storytime (0-24 months)

Wednesdays at 11:30 - Preschool Storytime (3's-5's)

No registration required.

Upcoming programs!

2009-07-31T16:41:00.003-04:00

Check out what's going on at the Lovettsville Library this week!

Saturday August 1, 2:00 PM - Teen Wii Time. Play a variety of Nintendo Wii games. Sign-up online!

Monday August 3, 2:00 PM - Introduction to Acting with professional actress, Carolyn Christensen. A workshop for ages 12-18. Sign up online.

Tuesday August 4, 7:00 PM - Spectacular Science with Mad Science of Washington.
Discover, wonder, imagine and explore ... the cool world of science! For all ages.
Tickets will be available half an hour before the program. Sponsored by the Loudoun Library Foundation Inc.

Saturday August 8, 11:00 AM - Make and Take Time. A variety of crafts will be available for children to make with the help of our teen volunteers. For ages 4-11. Sign up online.

Only a couple of weeks left for our Summer Reading Program. Haven't signed up yet? There's still time! Sign-up today!

Regular Storytimes -
Mondays at 10:30 - Terrific Twos
Wednesdays at 10:30 - Baby and Toddler Storytime (0-24 months)
Wednesdays at 11:30 - Preschool Storytime (3's-5's)

Fun at the Library This Week!

2009-07-27T09:31:00.003-04:00

Check out what's going on at the Lovettsville Library this week!

Haven't signed up for our Summer Reading Program? There's still time. Sign-up today!

Regular Storytimes -

Mondays at 10:30 - Terrific Twos

Wednesdays at 10:30 - Baby and Toddler Storytime (0-24 months)

Wednesdays at 11:30 - Preschool Storytime (3's-5's)

No registration required.

Tuesday July 28, 7:00 PM: Mr. Brian and the Boppets is a HIGH ENERGY, interactive rock concert for kids. For all ages. Tickets will be available half an hour before the program.

Thursday July 30, 2:00 PM: Bay Fossil Fun is an educational science program about marine fossils of the Chesapeake Bay. During the hour and a half program, participants will learn about different types of fossils, how fossils are created from living things, and a brief history of the Chesapeake Bay. Children will have an opportunity to view and handle a collection of Miocene marine fossils, then search through their own personal cups of beach sand for their own fossils. The fossils that they find are theirs to keep, and may include shark teeth, dolphin teeth, bones, shells, barnacles, sting ray dental plates, sand dollars, coral, molds and casts. For ages 7-11. Registration required. Sponsored by the Lovettsville Library Advisory Board.

Saturday August 1, 2:00 PM: Teen Wii Time. Play a variety of Nintendo Wii games. Sign-up online!

2009-07-13T14:29:00.002-04:00

Check out what's going on at the Lovettsville Library this week!

Haven't signed up for our Summer Reading Program? There's still time. Sign-up today!

Regular Storytimes - Mondays at 10:30, Wednesdays at 10:30 and 11:30
Monday, July 13, 10:30 AM - Terrific Two's. Ages 2-3. No registration required. Wednesday, Wednesday July 15, 10:30 AM - Baby and Toddler Storytime - Ages 0-24 months. No registration required.
Wednesday, July 15, 11:30 AM - Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5. No registration required.

Tuesday July 14, 7:00 PM: American Wildlife with Animal Ambassadors - For all ages. Tickets will be available half an hour before the program.

Thursday July 16, 7:30 PM: Virginia Reader's Choice High School Book Club - The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time by Mark Hadden. For grades 9-12; ages 14-18.

Saturday July 18, 11:00 AM: Make and Take Time - A craft will be available for children to make with the help of our teen volunteers. For ages 4-11. Sign-up online.

Family Wii Time: Saturday July 18, 2:00 PM - Play a variety of Nintendo Wii games. For families. Sign-up online!

2009-06-27T16:31:00.002-04:00

Check out what's going on at the Lovettsville Library this week!
Don't forget we are closed Friday and Saturday for the Independence Day Holiday!

Haven't signed up for our Summer Reading Program? Sign-up today!

Storytimes:

Monday, June 29, 10:30 am - Terrific Two's. Ages 2-3. No registration required.

Wednesday, July 1, 10:30 am - Baby and Toddler Storytime - Ages 0-24 months. No registration required.

Wednesday, July 1, 11:30 am - Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5. No registration required.

Tuesday June 30, 7:00 PM: Rocknoceros - An award-winning band that makes cool music for kids. For all ages. *Tickets will be available half an hour before the program.

Thursday July 2, 6:30 pm: Teen Wii time - Play a variety of Nintendo Wii games. For ages 12-18.

What's New At the Library

2009-06-19T15:57:00.002-04:00

Check out what's going on at the Lovettsville Library this week!

Our Summer Reading Program officially begins on Saturday June 20! Sign-up today!

Saturday June 20, 11:00 AM: Make and Take time- A fun craft will be available for children to make with the help of our teen volunteers. For ages 4-11.

Saturday June 20 2:00 PM: PAWS to Read - What do you get when you bring children, dogs and books together? You get happy, confident children who love to read. Register your child to come in and read to a Therapy Dog. Last session for this year! For ages 5-12.

Monday June 22, 4:00 PM: Pet Parade - Bring your pet to the library for a parade. Prizes and treats for all participants. Registration required.

Tuesday June 23, 7:00 PM: Reptiles Alive! - Explore ... the world of reptiles. For all ages. *Tickets will be available half an hour before the program.

Thursday June 25, 10:30 AM: Baby Signs with certified instructor, Dana Carmichael
- A demonstration Sign, Say and Play class with BeeBo the Baby Signs Bear. Sing songs, play with the parachute and learn signs for pets. For ages 0-18 months with a parent or caregiver.

Thursday June 25, 6:30 PM: Lego Robotics with Mark Vanderlyn - Work in a team to build and program a robot. Compete against other teams and see who wins! Registration required.

Saturday June 27, 10:30 AM: RadioWOOF! - Storyteller and Folk Musician, Bill Wellington will present RadioWOOF! a broadcast blast from the World of Folklore. *Tickets will be available half an hour before the program.

Saturday June 27, 1:00 PM: Altered Travel Journal - Create a travel journal for your summer vacation using different collage and scrapbooking techniques. For ages 12-18. registration required.

Storytimes:
Monday, June 22, 10:30 am - Terrific Two's. Ages 2-3. No registration required.
Wednesday, June 24, 10:30 am - Baby and Toddler Storytime - Ages 0-24 months. No registration required.
Wednesday, June 24, 11:30 am - Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5. No registration required.

One more fun event upcoming in June:
Tuesday June 30, 7:00 PM: Rocknoceros - An award-winning band that makes cool music for kids. For all ages. *Tickets will be available half an hour before the program.

Upcoming Book Club

2009-06-01T00:01:00.000-04:00

Plan ahead: get your copy of the book now! On June 18 at 7:30 PM we will be discussing Sherman Alexie's The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian.

2009-05-31T00:01:00.001-04:00

Check out what's going on at the Lovettsville Library this week!

Storytimes:
Monday, June 8, 10:30 am - Terrific Two's Storytime. Ages 2-3. No registration required.

Wednesday, June 10, 10:30 am - Baby and Toddler Storytime - Ages 0-24 months. No registration required.

Wednesday, June 10, 11:30 am - Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5. No registration required.

Other events of interest:
Thursday June 11, 7:00 pm: Summer Orientation for Teen Volunteers - sign up online!

Thursday June 11: Online registration begins for Baby Signs with certified instructor, Dana Carmichael, to be held 6/25/09 at 10:30 am.

Saturday June 13, 2:00 pm: Family Movie on the Big Screen - Celebrate Father’s Day with Finding Nemo, rated G, 100 minutes

Wednesday June 17 4:00 pm: Fathers day Storytime and Craft - Sign up online!

What's Happening at the Library

2009-05-21T15:31:00.002-04:00

Check out what's going on at the Lovettsville Library this week!

Saturday, May 23, 2:00 pm - Teen Movie Time - The Chronicles of Narnia - Prince Caspian, rated PG, 149 minutes. No registration required.

Monday, May 25 - LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR MEMORIAL DAY. No storytimes.

Tuesday, May 26, 7:00 pm - Pajama Storytime - Ages 2-7. Be sure to come in your jammies and slippers! No registration required.

Wednesday, May 27, 10:30 am - Baby and Toddler Storytime - Ages 0-24 months. No registration required.

Wednesday, May 27, 11:30 am - Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5. No registration required.

Saturday, May 30, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm. 4-H Babysitter’s Workshop - Participants will create a portfolio to showcase their strengths to potential employers. Each participant will also create a first-aid kit and ’magic bag’ to take along on their babysitting adventures. While participants will gain knowledge about babysitting and child care, this is not a "certification" program. Click here to register.

Caroline Hickey visits VA Readers Choice Book Club

2009-05-19T14:29:00.002-04:00

What's Happening @ the Library!

2009-05-10T10:00:00.005-04:00

Check out what's going on at the Lovettsville Library this week!

Monday, May 11, 10:30 am - Terrific Two's Storytime. Ages 2-3. No registration required.

Wednesday, May 13, 10:30 am - Baby and Toddler Storytime - Ages 0-24 months. No registration required.

Wednesday, May 13, 11:30 am - Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5. No registration required.

Wednesday, May 13, 4:00 pm - National Children’s Book Week Storytime & Craft - Celebrate Children’s Book Week with a storytime of wonderfully illustrated picture books and a collage art project afterwards. A light refreshment will be provided. Recommended for ages 2-6 with a parent or caregiver. Click here to register.

Thursday, May 14, 7:30 pm - Virginia Reader’s Choice High School Book Club - Grades 9-12. COME AND MEET AUTHOR CAROLINE HICKEY IN PERSON!! We will all be discussing her latest book Isabelle's Boyfriend.
Refreshments will be provided. No registration required.

Saturday, May 16, 11:00 am - National Children’s Book Week - Sidewalk Chalk Art. Celebrate Children’s Book Week by creating fun artwork on the sidewalks outside! A cool treat will be provided. Rain date will be Saturday, May 23, 11:00 am. Recommended for ages 4-9 with parent or caregiver. Click here to register.

Saturday, May 16, 2:00 pm - Paws to Read: Certified Therapy Dogs and their Handlers with paws4people foundation - What do you get when you bring children, dogs and books together? You get happy, confident children who love to read! Register your child to come in and read to a Therapy Dog! Recommended for ages 5-12. Space limited to 20. Click here to register.

Saturday, May 16, 4:00 pm - Jake and the Bur-tones. Teen members of Jake and the Bur-tones include Quentin Walston on harmonica and vocals, Josh Cava on guitar and mandolin, Chris Griffin on bass, Timmy Griffin on banjo and John Wallace on guitar. For all ages. No registration required.

Check out these upcoming events!

Monday, May 18, 11:30 am - Rhythm Rhyme & Tune Time: Early Literacy through Music - Sing, chant, play instruments and move creatively as we explore the sounds, rhythms and patterns that make up our language. Each session lasts for six weeks.Recommended for ages 0-4 years with a parent or caregiver. SIGN UP BEGINS MAY 4, 2009 at 10:00 AM. Click here to register.

Tuesday, May 19, 7:00 pm - Teen Knitting Group - Bring your knitting project and gather to chat with friends. Refreshments served. Ages 12-18. Click here to register.

Saturday, May 23, 2:00 pm - Teen Movie Time - The Chronicles of Narnia - Prince Caspian, rated PG, 149 minutes. No registration required.

Monday, May 25 - LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR MEMORIAL DAY.

Tuesday, May 26, 7:00 pm - Pajama Storytime - Ages 2-7. Be sure to come in your jammies and slippers! No registration required.

Saturday, May 30, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm. 4-H Babysitter’s Workshop - Participants will create a portfolio to showcase their strengths to potential employers. Each participant will also create a first-aid kit and ’magic bag’ to take along on their babysitting adventures. While participants will gain knowledge about babysitting and child care, this is not a "certification" program. Click here to register.

Mother and Child

2009-05-02T14:46:00.003-04:00

We finally got our camera software working again, so here is:

a long overdue shot of Jessica and baby Gwyneth

What's Happening @ the Library!

2009-04-26T10:00:00.003-04:00

Check out what's going on at the Lovettsville Library this week!

Monday, April 27, 10:30 am - Terrific Two's Storytime. Ages 2-3. No registration required.

Tuesday, April 28, 7:00 pm - Pajama Storytime - Ages 2-7. Stop by the library in your jammies and slippers for a PJ Storytime! No registration required.

Wednesday, April 29, 10:30 am - Baby and Toddler Storytime - Ages 0-24 months. No registration required.

Wednesday, April 29, 11:30 am - Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5. No registration required.

Thursday, April 30, 7:00 pm - Super Smash Bros. Brawl Tournament -- Qualifying Round. Recommended for ages 12 - 18. Compete against your friends in Super Smash Bros. Brawl for Wii. Each branch will be hosting a qualifying round with prizes and refreshments. The Tournament Finale will take place at the After Hours Teen Center on May 15th.

Saturday, May 2, 2:00 pm - Annapolis Bluegrass Coalition - All ages. No registration required.

Check out these upcoming events!

Tuesday, May 5, 7:00 pm - Stitch and Chat - Bring your own stitching project and gather to chat with friends. Click here to register.

Thursday, May 7, 9:30 am - Adult Book Group - A Tidewater Morning by William Styron. No registration required.

Thursday, May 7, 4:00 pm - After School Book Break - Ages 7-11. Explore one award-winning book each month with discussion and activities. Stuart Little by E.B. White. Click here to register.

Saturday, May 9, 11:00 am - Lovettsville History Alive! Mosby, Heritage and You, presented by Richard Gillespie, Director of Education for the Mosby Heritage Area Association. No registration required.

Saturday, May 9, 2:00 pm - Family Movies! Celebrate Mother’s Day with the newest American Girl movie: Kit Kittredge: An American Girl, rated G, 100 minutes. Be sure to bring comfy pillows and blankets! No registration required.

Wednesday, May 13, 4:00 pm - National Children’s Book Week Storytime & Craft - Celebrate Children’s Book Week with a storytime of wonderfully illustrated picture books and a collage art project afterwards. A light refreshment will be provided. Recommended for ages 2-6 with a parent or caregiver. Click here to register.

Saturday, May 16, 11:00 am - National Children’s Book Week - Sidewalk Chalk Art. Celebrate Children’s Book Week by creating fun artwork on the sidewalks outside! A cool treat will be provided. Rain date will be Saturday, May 23, 11:00 am. Recommended for ages 4-9 with parent or caregiver. Click here to register.

Saturday, May 16, 2:00 pm - Paws to Read: Certified Therapy Dogs and their Handlers with paws4people foundation - What do you get when you bring children, dogs and books together? You get happy, confident children who love to read! Register your child to come in and read to a Therapy Dog! Recommended for ages 5-12. Space limited to 20. Click here to register.

Saturday, May 16, 4:00 pm - Jake and the Bur-tones. Teen members of Jake and the Bur-tones include Quentin Walston on harmonica and vocals, Josh Cava on guitar and mandolin, Chris Griffin on bass, Timmy Griffin on banjo and John Wallace on guitar. For all ages. No registration required.

What's Happening @ the Library!

2009-04-19T10:00:00.002-04:00

Check out what's going on at the Lovettsville Library this week!

Monday, April 20, 10:30 am - Terrific Two's Storytime. Ages 2-3. No registration required.

Tuesday, April 21, 7:00 pm - Teen Knitting Group - Ages 12-18 - Bring your own stitching project and gather to chat with friends. Refreshments served. Click here to register.

Wednesday, April 22, 10:30 am - Baby and Toddler Storytime - Ages 0-24 months. No registration required.

Wednesday, April 22, 11:30 am - Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5. No registration required.

Wednesday, April 22, 4:00 pm - Earth Day Celebration - Ages 2-7. Stories and activities to celebrate Earth Day. Click here to register.

Thursday, April 23, 9:30 am - Book Chat for Busy Parents - Parents "book chat" while keeping an eye on their youngsters. Last Child In The Woods: Saving Our Children From Nature-Deficit Disorder. Refreshments served. No registration required.

Saturday, April 25, 11:00 am - Lovettsville History Alive! The Feminine Experience - Join the discussion as a panel of local women guide our exploration of this unique aspect of our shared past. Light refreshments will be served.

Saturday, April 25, 2:00 pm - Family Movies! Hannah Montana and Miley Cyrus: Best of Both Worlds Concert. Be sure to bring any comfy pillows or blankets. Don't forget your 3D glasses! No registration required.

Check out these upcoming events!

Tuesday, April 28, 7:00 pm - Pajama Storytime - Ages 2-7. Stop by the library in your jammies and slippers for a PJ Storytime! No registration required.

Thursday, April 30, 7:00 pm - Super Smash Bros. Brawl Tournament -- Qualifying Round. Recommended for ages 12 - 18. Compete against your friends in Super Smash Bros. Brawl for Wii. Each branch will be hosting a qualifying round with prizes and refreshments. The Tournament Finale will take place at the After Hours Teen Center on May 15th.

Saturday, May 2, 2:00 pm - Annapolis Bluegrass Coalition - All ages. No registration required.

Tuesday, May 5, 7:00 pm - Stitch and Chat - Bring your own stitching project and gather to chat with friends. Click here to register.

Thursday, May 7, 9:30 am - Adult Book Group - A Tidewater Morning by William Styron. No registration required.

Thursday, May 7, 4:00 pm - After School Book Break - Ages 7-11. Explore one award-winning book each month with discussion and activities. Stuart Little by E.B. White. Click here to register.

Saturday, May 9, 11:00 am - Lovettsville History Alive! Mosby, Heritage and You, presented by Richard Gillespie, Director of Education for the Mosby Heritage Area Association. No registration required.

Saturday, May 9, 2:00 pm - Family Movies! Celebrate Mother’s Day with the newest American Girl movie: Kit Kittredge: An American Girl, rated G, 100 minutes. Be sure to bring comfy pillows and blankets! No registration required.

What's Happening @ the Library!

2009-04-12T10:00:00.004-04:00

Check out what's going on at the Lovettsville Library this week!

Monday, April 13, 10:30 am - Terrific Two's Storytime. Ages 2-3. No registration required.

Wednesday, April 15, 10:30 am - Baby and Toddler Storytime - Ages 0-24 months. No registration required.

Wednesday, April 15, 11:30 am - Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5. No registration required.

Thursday, April 16, 7:30 pm - Virginia Readers’ Choice High School Book Club - Grades 9-12. A friendly and lively discussion and activity of The Trap by John Smelcer. Refreshments will be provided. No registration required.

Saturday, April 18, 2:00 pm - Paws to Read: Certified Therapy Dogs and their Handlers with paws4people foundation - What do you get when you bring children, dogs and books together? You get happy, confident children who love to read! Register your child to come in and read to a Therapy Dog! Recommended for ages 5-12. Limited to 20 children. Click here to register.

Check out these upcoming events!

Tuesday, April 21, 7:00 pm - Teen Knitting Group - Ages 12-18 - Bring your own stitching project and gather to chat with friends. Refreshments served. Click here to register.

Wednesday, April 22, 4:00 pm - Earth Day Celebration - Ages 2-7. Stories and activities to celebrate Earth Day. Click here to register.

Thursday, April 23, 9:30 am - Book Chat for Busy Parents - Parents "book chat" while keeping an eye on their youngsters. Last Child In The Woods: Saving Our Children From Nature Deficit Disorder by Richard Louv. Refreshments served. No registration required.

Saturday, April 25, 11:00 am - Lovettsville History Alive! The Feminine Experience - Join the discussion as a panel of local women guide our exploration of this unique aspect of our shared past. Light refreshments will be served.

Saturday, April 25, 2:00 pm - Family Movies! Hannah Montana and Miley Cyrus: Best of Both Worlds Concert. Be sure to bring any comfy pillows or blankets. Don't forget your 3D glasses! No registration required.

Monday, April 27, 7:00 pm - Classics Book Group - Please call the library for the April selection. Recommended for ages 12 & up. No registration required.

Tuesday, April 28, 7:00 pm - Pajama Storytime - Ages 2-7. Stop by the library in your jammies and slippers for a PJ Storytime! No registration required.

Thursday, April 30, 7:00 pm - Super Smash Bros. Brawl Tournament -- Qualifying Round. Recommended for ages 12 - 18. Compete against your friends in Super Smash Bros. Brawl for Wii. Each branch will be hosting a qualifying round with prizes and refreshments. The Tournament Finale will take place at the After Hours Teen Center on May 15th.

Saturday, May 2, 2:00 pm - Annapolis Bluegrass Coalition - All ages. No registration required.

What's Happening @ the Library!

2009-04-05T10:00:00.004-04:00

Check out what's going on at the Lovettsville Library this week!

Monday, April 6, 10:30 am - Terrific Two's Storytime. Ages 2-3. No registration required.

Tuesday, April 7, 7:00 pm - Stitch and Chat - Bring your own stitching project and gather to chat with friends. Click here to register.

Wednesday, April 8, 10:30 am - Baby and Toddler Storytime - Ages 0-24 months. No registration required.

Wednesday, April 8, 11:30 am - Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5. No registration required.

Saturday, April 11, 11:00 am - National Library Week - Kaydee Puppets - Kaydee Puppets presents Sleeping Beauty. Recommended for all ages. No registration required.

Check out these upcoming events!

Thursday, April 16, 7:30 pm - Virginia Readers’ Choice High School Book Club - Grades 9-12. A friendly and lively discussion and activity of The Trap by John Smelcer. Refreshments will be provided. No registration required.

Saturday, April 18, 2:00 pm - Paws to Read: Certified Therapy Dogs and their Handlers with paws4people foundation - What do you get when you bring children, dogs and books together? You get happy, confident children who love to read! Register your child to come in and read to a Therapy Dog! Recommended for ages 5-12. Limited to 20 children. Click here to register.

Tuesday, April 21, 7:00 pm - Teen Knitting Group - Ages 12-18 - Bring your own stitching project and gather to chat with friends. Refreshments served. Click here to register.

Wednesday, April 22, 4:00 pm - Earth Day Celebration - Ages 2-7. Stories and activities to celebrate Earth Day. Click here to register.

Thursday, April 23, 9:30 am - Book Chat for Busy Parents - Parents "book chat" while keeping an eye on their youngsters. The Beautiful Things That Heaven Bears by Dinaw Mengestu. Refreshments served. No registration required.

Saturday, April 25, 11:00 am - Lovettsville History Alive! The Feminine Experience - Join the discussion as a panel of local women guide our exploration of this unique aspect of our shared past. Light refreshments will be served.

Saturday, April 25, 2:00 pm - Family Movies! Hannah Montana and Miley Cyrus: Best of Both Worlds Concert. Be sure to bring any comfy pillows or blankets. Don't forget your 3D glasses! No registration required.

What's Happening @ the Library!

2009-03-29T10:00:00.002-04:00

Check out what's going on at the Lovettsville Library this week!

Monday, March 30, 10:30 am - Terrific Two's Storytime. Ages 2-3. No registration required.

Monday, March 30, 7:00 pm - Classics Book Group - Inquire at the library for the book selection. No registration required.

Wednesday, April 1, 10:30 am - Baby and Toddler Storytime - Ages 0-24 months. No registration required.

Wednesday, April 1, 11:30 am - Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5. No registration required.

Thursday, April 2, 9:30 am - Adult Book Group - The Beautiful Things That Heaven Bears by Dinaw Mengestu. No registration required.

Thursday, April 2, 4:00 pm - After School Book Break - Ages 7-11. Explore one award-winning book each month with discussion and activities. My Side of the Mountain by Jean Craighead George. Click here to register.

Saturday, April 4, 2:00 pm - Teen Wii Day - Ages 12-18. Play the Nintendo Wii, including Wii Sports, MarioKart, Mario Party 8 and more while eating pizza. Click here to register.

Check out these upcoming events!!

Tuesday, April 7, 7:00 pm - Stitch and Chat - Bring your own stitching project and gather to chat with friends. Click here to register.

Saturday, April 11, 11:00 am - National Library Week - Kaydee Puppets - Kaydee Puppets presents Sleeping Beauty. Recommended for all ages. No registration required.

Thursday, April 16, 7:30 pm - Virginia Readers’ Choice High School Book Club - Grades 9-12. A friendly and lively discussion and activity of The Trap by John Smelcer. Refreshments will be provided. No registration required.

Saturday, April 18, 2:00 pm - Paws to Read: Certified Therapy Dogs and their Handlers with paws4people foundation - What do you get when you bring children, dogs and books together? You get happy, confident children who love to read! Register your child to come in and read to a Therapy Dog! Recommended for ages 5-12. Limited to 20 children. Click here to register.

What's Happening @ the Library!

2009-03-23T10:00:00.000-04:00

Check out what's going on at the Lovettsville Library this week!

Monday, March 23, 10:30 am - Terrific Two's Storytime. Ages 2-3. No registration required.

Wednesday, March 25, 10:30 am - Baby and Toddler Storytime - Ages 0-24 months. No registration required.

Wednesday, March 25, 11:30 am - Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5. No registration required.

Wednesday, March 25, 4:00 pm - Spring Storytime & Craft - Recommended for ages 2-6 with parent or caregiver. Join us for a storytime of spring stories perfect for this time of year. Refreshments are provided. Click here to register.

Thursday, March 26, 9:30 am - Book Chat for Busy Parents - Parents "book chat" while keeping an eye on their youngsters. In the Heart of the Sea by Nathaniel Philbrick. No registration required.

Saturday, March 28, 1:00 pm - Homebrewing Forum - Recommended for adults. With 40 combined years of homebrewing experience, Chip and Anna-Marie York have seen (and tried) everything. They join us to share their accumulated knowledge with local brewmasters-in-training.Light (but non-alcoholic) refreshments will be served. No registration required.

Saturday, March 28, 3:00 pm - Family Movie - WALL-E. Rated G, 97 minutes. No registration required.

Check out these upcoming events!!

Monday, March 30, 7:00 pm - Classics Book Group - Inquire at the library for the book selection. No registration required.

Thursday, April 2, 9:30 am - Adult Book Group - The Beautiful Things That Heaven Bears by Dinaw Mengestu. No registration required.

Thursday, April 2, 4:00 pm - After School Book Break - Ages 7-11. Explore one award-winning book each month with discussion and activities. My Side of the Mountain by Jean Craighead George. Click here to register.

Saturday, April 4, 2:00 pm - Teen Wii Day - Ages 12-18. Play the Nintendo Wii, including Wii Sports, MarioKart, Mario Party 8 and more while eating pizza. Click here to register.

Tuesday, April 7, 7:00 pm - Stitch and Chat - Bring your own stitching project and gather to chat with friends. Click here to register.

Saturday, April 11, 11:00 am - National Library Week - Kaydee Puppets - Kaydee Puppets presents Sleeping Beauty. Recommended for all ages. No registration required.

Some February Photos

2009-03-16T15:26:00.005-04:00

Furnace Mountain music on our birthday.

Lining up for birthday cake!

PAWS to read.

What's Happening @ the Library!

2009-03-15T10:00:00.002-04:00

Check out what's going on at the Lovettsville Library this week!

Monday, March 16, 10:30 am - Terrific Two's Storytime. Ages 2-3. No registration required.

Tuesday, March 17, 7:00 pm - Teen Knitting Group - Ages 12-18. Bring your own stitching project and gather to chat with friends. Refreshments served. Click here to register.

Wednesday, March 18, 10:30 am - Baby and Toddler Storytime - Ages 0-24 months. No registration required.

Wednesday, March 18, 11:30 am - Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5. No registration required.

Thursday, March 19, 7:30 pm - Virginia Readers’ Choice High School Book Club - Grades 9-12. A friendly and lively discussion and activity relating to Scrambled Eggs at Midnight by Brad Barkley and Heather Hepler. Refreshments will be provided. No registration required.

Saturday, March 21, 12:00 pm - Hungrytown In Concert - Recommended for all ages. Hungrytown is the band name as well as the new CD from the celebrated duo of Ken Anderson and Rebecca Hall. Their deceptively simple compositions are rooted firmly in folk tradition. No registration required.

Saturday, March 21, 2:00 pm - Paws2Read - Ages 5-12. What do you get when you bring children, dogs and books together? You get happy, confident children who love to read! Register your child to come in and read to a Therapy Dog! Limited to 20 children. Click here to register.

Check out these upcoming events!!

Wednesday, March 25, 4:00 pm - Spring Storytime & Craft - Recommended for ages 2-6 with parent or caregiver. Join us for a storytime of spring stories perfect for this time of year. Refreshments are provided. Click here to register.

Thursday, March 26, 9:30 am - Book Chat for Busy Parents - Parents "book chat" while keeping an eye on their youngsters. In the Heart of the Sea by Nathaniel Philbrick. No registration required.

Saturday, March 28, 1:00 pm - Homebrewing Forum - Recommended for adults. With 40 combined years of homebrewing experience, Chip and Anna-Marie York have seen (and tried) everything. They join us to share their accumulated knowledge with local brewmasters-in-training.Light (but non-alcoholic) refreshments will be served. No registration required.

Saturday, March 28, 3:00 pm - Family Movie - WALL-E. Rated G, 97 minutes. No registration required.

Thursday, April 2, 9:30 am - Adult Book Group - The Beautiful Things That Heaven Bears by Dinaw Mengestu. No registration required.

Thursday, April 2, 4:00 pm - After School Book Break - Ages 7-11. Explore one award-winning book each month with discussion and activities. My Side of the Mountain by Jean Craighead George. Click here to register.

Saturday, April 4, 2:00 pm - Teen Wii Day - Ages 12-18. Play the Nintendo Wii, including Wii Sports, MarioKart, Mario Party 8 and more while eating pizza. Click here to register.

What's Happening @ the Library!

2009-03-08T10:00:00.003-04:00

Check out what's going on at the Lovettsville Library this week!

Monday, March 9, 10:30 am - Terrific Two's Storytime. Ages 2-3. No registration required.

Wednesday, March 11, 10:30 am - Baby and Toddler Storytime - Ages 0-24 months. No registration required.

Wednesday, March 11, 11:30 am - Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5. No registration required.

Saturday, March 14, 2:00 pm - Mucho Gusto: Festive Music from World Cultures Near and Far. This Shenandoah Valley quartet plays festive dance tunes from cultures near and far, with zest and gusto, on accordion, mandolin, bouzouki, hammer dulcimer, fiddle, guitar, bass, and percussion. Click here for more information about the band. Recommended for all ages. No registration required.

Check out these upcoming events!!

Tuesday, March 17, 7:00 pm - Teen Knitting Group - Ages 12-18. Bring your own stitching project and gather to chat with friends. Refreshments served. Click here to register.

Thursday, March 19, 7:30 pm - Virginia Readers’ Choice High School Book Club - Grades 9-12. A friendly and lively discussion and activity relating to Scrambled Eggs at Midnight by Brad Barkley and Heather Hepler. Refreshments will be provided. No registration required.

Saturday, March 21, 12:00 pm - Hungrytown In Concert - Recommended for all ages. Hungrytown is the band name as well as the new CD from the celebrated duo of Ken Anderson and Rebecca Hall. Their deceptively simple compositions are rooted firmly in folk tradition. No registration required.

Saturday, March 21, 2:00 pm - Paws2Read - Ages 5-12. What do you get when you bring children, dogs and books together? You get happy, confident children who love to read! Register your child to come in and read to a Therapy Dog! Limited to 20 children. Click here to register.

Wednesday, March 25, 4:00 pm - Spring Storytime & Craft - Recommended for ages 2-6 with parent or caregiver. Join us for a storytime of spring stories perfect for this time of year. Refreshments are provided. Click here to register.

Thursday, March 26, 9:30 am - Book Chat for Busy Parents - Parents "book chat" while keeping an eye on their youngsters. In the Heart of the Sea by Nathaniel Philbrick. No registration required.

Saturday, March 28, 1:00 pm - Homebrewing Forum - Recommended for adults. Learn the basics of brewing theory, the ingredients and equipment needed for homemade beer, and the processes of simple and advanced brewing techniques. Light (but non-alcoholic) refreshments will be served. No registration required.

Saturday, March 28, 3:00 pm - Family Movie - WALL-E. Rated G, 97 minutes. No registration required.

What's Happening @ the Library!

2009-03-01T10:00:00.001-05:00

Check out what's going on at the Lovettsville Library this week!

Monday, March 2, 10:30 am - Terrific Two's Storytime. Ages 2-3. No registration required.

Tuesday, March 3, 7:00 pm - Stitch & Chat - Bring your own stitching project and gather to chat with friends. Registration required. Click here to sign-up.

Wednesday, March 4, 10:30 am - Baby and Toddler Storytime - Ages 0-24 months. No registration required.

Wednesday, March 4, 11:30 am - Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5. No registration required.

Thursday, March 5, 9:30 am - Adult Book Club - In the Heart of the Sea by Nathaniel Philbrick. No registration required.

Thursday, March 5, 4:00 pm - After School Book Break - Recommended for ages 7-11. The Trumpet of the Swan by E. B. White. Click here to register.

Saturday, March 7, 11:00 am - Learn About Lyme Disease with Dr. David Goodfriend. Dr. David Goodfriend, Loudoun County Health Department Director, will present a program about lyme disease. Recommended for adults.

Saturday, March 7, 2:00 pm - Teen Wii Day - Recommended for ages 12-18. Play the Nintendo Wii, including Wii Sports, MarioKart, Mario Party 8 and more, while eating pizza. Click here to register.

Check out these upcoming events!!

Saturday, March 14, 2:00 pm - Mucho Gusto: Festive Music from World Cultures Near and Far. This Shenandoah Valley quartet plays festive dance tunes from cultures near and far, with zest and gusto, on accordion, mandolin, bouzouki, hammer dulcimer, fiddle, guitar, bass, and percussion. Click here for more information about the band. Recommended for all ages. No registration required.

Tuesday, March 17, 7:00 pm - Teen Knitting Group - Ages 12-18. Bring your own stitching project and gather to chat with friends. Refreshments served. Click here to register.

Thursday, March 19, 7:30 pm - Virginia Readers’ Choice High School Book Club - Grades 9-12. A friendly and lively discussion and activity relating to Scrambled Eggs at Midnight by Brad Barkley and Heather Hepler. Refreshments will be provided. No registration required.

Saturday, March 21, 12:00 pm - Hungrytown In Concert - Recommended for all ages. Hungrytown is the band name as well as the new CD from the celebrated duo of Ken Anderson and Rebecca Hall. Their deceptively simple compositions are rooted firmly in folk tradition. No registration required.

Saturday, March 21, 2:00 pm - Paws2Read - Ages 5-12. What do you get when you bring children, dogs and books together? You get happy, confident children who love to read! Register your child to come in and read to a Therapy Dog! Limited to 20 children. Click here to register.

What's Happening @ the Library!

2009-02-22T10:00:00.002-05:00

Check out what's going on at the Lovettsville Library this week!

Monday, February 23, 10:30 am - Terrific Two's Storytime. Ages 2-3. No registration required.

Tuesday, February 24, 7:00 pm - Pajama Storytime - Ages 2-7. Be sure to wear your jammies!! No registration required.

Wednesday, February 25, 10:30 am - Baby and Toddler Storytime - Ages 0-24 months. No registration required.

Wednesday, February 25, 11:30 am - Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5. No registration required.

Thursday, February 26, 9:30 am - Book Chat for Busy Parents - Parents "book chat" while keeping an eye on their youngsters. The Known World by Edward P. Jones. No registration required.

Saturday, February 28 - LOVETTSVILLE LIBRARY'S 19TH BIRTHDAY!! Come enjoy a day filled with ballons, birthday cake and some very special programs in honor of our 19th birthday! No registration required!

11:00 am - Animals in Winter with Alonso Abugattas - Recommended for ages 4 & up. Find out what animals do to survive during these hard winter months and meet some cool critters up close.
1:30 pm - Furnace Mountain Band - Recommended for all ages. Acclaimed local musicians play ethno-Appalachian roots music.
4:00 pm - Family Wii Time - Recommended for all ages. Come as a family and try out the Nintendo Wii, playing games like Wii Sports and Carnival Games.

Check out these upcoming events!!

Tuesday, March 3, 7:00 pm - Stitch & Chat - Bring your own stitching project and gather to chat with friends. Registration required. Click here to sign-up.

Thursday, March 5, 9:30 am - Adult Book Club - In the Heart of the Sea by Nathaniel Philbrick. No registration required.

Thursday, March 5, 4:00 pm - After School Book Break - Recommended for ages 7-11. The Trumpet of the Swan by E. B. White. Click here to register.

Saturday, March 7, 11:00 am - Learn About Lyme Disease with Dr. David Goodfriend. Dr. David Goodfriend, Loudoun County Health Department Director, will present a program about lyme disease. Recommended for adults.

Saturday, March 7, 2:00 pm - Teen Wii Day - Recommended for ages 12-18. Play the Nintendo Wii, including Wii Sports, MarioKart, Mario Party 8 and more, while eating pizza. Click here to register.

Saturday, March 14, 2:00 pm - Mucho Gusto: Festive Music from World Cultures Near and Far. This Shenandoah Valley quartet plays festive dance tunes from cultures near and far, with zest and gusto, on accordion, mandolin, bouzouki, hammer dulcimer, fiddle, guitar, bass, and percussion. Click here for more information about the band. Recommended for all ages. No registration required.

What's Happening @ the Library!

2009-02-15T10:00:00.001-05:00

Check out what's going on at the Lovettsville Library this week!

Monday, February 16 - LIBRARY CLOSED for President's Day.

Tuesday, February 17, 7:00 pm - Teen Knitting Group - Ages 12-18. Bring your own project and gather to chat with friends. Click here to register.

Wednesday, February 18, 10:30 am - Baby and Toddler Storytime - Ages 0-24 months. No registration required.

Wednesday, February 18, 11:30 am - Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5. No registration required.

Saturday, February 21, 11:00 am - Teen Movie & Activity: Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events - Ages 12-18. Come watch the movie and participate in a few activities to celebrate Lemony Snicket's Birthday! No registration required.

Saturday, February 21, 2:00 pm - Paws2Read - Ages 5-12. What do you get when you bring children, dogs, and books together? You get happy, confident children who love to read! Limited to 20 children. Click here to register.

Check out these upcoming events!!

Monday, February 23, 10:30 am - Terrific Two's Storytime. Ages 2-3. No registration required.

Tuesday, February 24, 7:00 pm - Pajama Storytime - Ages 2-7. Be sure to wear your jammies!! No registration required.

Thursday, February 26, 9:30 am - Book Chat for Busy Parents - Parents "book chat" while keeping an eye on their youngsters. The Known World by Edward P. Jones. No registration required.

Saturday, February 28 - LOVETTSVILLE LIBRARY'S 19TH BIRTHDAY!! Come enjoy a day filled with ballons, birthday cake and some very special programs in honor of our 19th birthday! No registration required!

11:00 am - Animals in Winter with Alonso Abugattas - Recommended for ages 4 & up. Find out what animals do to survive during these hard winter months and meet some cool critters up close.
1:30 pm - Furnace Mountain Band - Recommended for all ages. Acclaimed local musicians play ethno-Appalachian roots music.
4:00 pm - Family Wii Time - Recommended for all ages. Come as a family and try out the Nintendo Wii, playing games like Wii Sports and Carnival Games.

Tuesday, March 3, 7:00 pm - Stitch & Chat - Bring your own stitching project and gather to chat with friends. Registration required. Click here to sign-up.

Thursday, March 5, 9:30 am - Adult Book Club - In the Heart of the Sea by Nathaniel Philbrick. No registration required.

Thursday, March 5, 4:00 pm - After School Book Break - Recommended for ages 7-11. The Trumpet of the Swan by E. B. White. Click here to register.

Saturday, March 7, 11:00 am - Learn About Lyme Disease with Dr. David Goodfriend. Dr. David Goodfriend, Loudoun County Health Department Director, will present a program about lyme disease. Recommended for adults.

Saturday, March 7, 2:00 pm - Teen Wii Day - Recommended for ages 12-18. Play the Nintendo Wii, including Wii Sports, MarioKart, Mario Party 8 and more, while eating pizza. Click here to register.

January Photos

2009-02-11T11:12:00.010-05:00

What's Happening @ the Library!

2009-02-08T10:00:00.002-05:00

Check out what's going on at the Lovettsville Library this week!

Monday, February 9, 10:30 am - Terrific Two's Storytime. Ages 2-3. No registration required.

Wednesday, February 11, 10:30 am - Baby and Toddler Storytime - Ages 0-24 months. No registration required.

Wednesday, February 11, 11:30 am - Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5. No registration required.

Wednesday, February 11, 4:00 pm - Valentine's Day Storytime & Craft - Ages 2-6 with parent or caregiver. Click here to register.

Saturday, February 14, 2:00 pm - Family Movie - 101 Dalmations (Animated Version), Rated G. Be sure to bring comfy pillows and blankets so you can spread out to enjoy the movie! No registration required.

Check out these upcoming events!!

Monday, February 16 - LIBRARY CLOSED for President's Day.

Tuesday, February 17, 7:00 pm - Teen Knitting Group - Ages 12-18. Bring your own project and gather to chat with friends. Click here to register.

Saturday, February 21, 11:00 am - Teen Movie & Activity: Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events - Ages 12-18. Come watch the movie and participate in a few activities to celebrate Lemony Snicket's Birthday!

Saturday, February 21, 2:00 pm - Paws2Read - Ages 5-12. What do you get when you bring children, dogs, and books together? You get happy, confident children who love to read! Limited to 20 children. Click here to register.

Tuesday, February 24, 7:00 pm - Pajama Storytime - Ages 2-7. Be sure to wear your jammies!! No registration required.

Thursday, February 26, 9:30 am - Book Chat for Busy Parents - Parents "book chat" while keeping an eye on their youngsters. The Known World by Edward P. Jones. No registration required.

Saturday, February 28 - LOVETTSVILLE LIBRARY'S 19TH BIRTHDAY!! Come enjoy a day filled with ballons, birthday cake and some very special programs in honor of our 19th birthday! No registration required!

11:00 am - Animals in Winter with Alonso Abugattas - Recommended for ages 4 & up. Find out what animals do to survive during these hard winter months and meet some cool critters up close.
1:30 pm - Furnace Mountain Band - Recommended for all ages. Acclaimed local musicians play ethno-Appalachian roots music.
4:00 pm - Family Wii Time - Recommended for all ages. Come as a family and try out the Nintendo Wii, playing games like Wii Sports and Carnival Games.

What's Happening @ the Library!

2009-02-01T10:00:00.002-05:00

Check out what's going on at the Lovettsville Library this week!

Monday, February 2, 10:30 am - Terrific Two's Storytime. Ages 2-3. No registration required.

Tuesday, February 3, 7:00 pm - Stitch & Chat - Bring your own stitching project and gather to chat with friends. Registration required. Click here to sign-up.

Wednesday, February 4, 10:30 am - Baby and Toddler Storytime - Ages 0-24 months. No registration required.

Wednesday, February 4, 11:30 am - Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5. No registration required.

Thursday, February 5, 9:30 pm - Adult Book Club - Join us as we discuss The Known World by Edward P. Jones. No registration required.

Thursday, February 5, 4:00 pm - After School Book Break - Ages 7-11. Join us as we discuss Misty of Chincoteague by Marguerite Henry as well as Ribsy by Beverly Cleary. Click here to register.

Thursday, February 5, 7:30 pm - Virginia Readers' Choice High School Book Club - Grades 9-12. Join us as we discuss The Rules of Survival by Nancy Werlin. No registration required.

Saturday, February 7, 2:00 p.m. - Teen Wii Day - Join us for pizza and video games! Ages 12-18. Registration required. Click here to register.

Check out these upcoming events!!

Wednesday, February 11, 4:00 pm - Valentine's Day Storytime & Craft - Ages 2-6 with parent or caregiver. Click here to register.

Saturday, February 14, 2:00 pm - Family Movie - 101 Dalmations (Animated Version), Rated G. Be sure to bring comfy pillows and blankets so you can spread out to enjoy the movie! No registration required.

Monday, February 16 - LIBRARY CLOSED for President's Day.

Tuesday, February 17, 7:00 pm - Teen Knitting Group - Ages 12-18. Bring your own project and gather to chat with friends. Click here to register.

Saturday, February 21, 11:00 am - Teen Movie & Activity: Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events - Ages 12-18. Come watch the movie and participate in a few activities to celebrate Lemony Snicket's Birthday!

Saturday, February 21, 2:00 pm - Paws2Read - Ages 5-12. What do you get when you bring children, dogs, and books together? You get happy, confident children who love to read! Limited to 20 children. Click here to register.

What's Happening @ the Library!

2009-01-25T10:00:00.004-05:00

Check out what's going on at the Lovettsville Library this week!

Monday, January 26, 10:30 am - Terrific Two's Storytime. Ages 2-3. No registration required.

Monday, January 26, 7:00 pm - Classics Book Group. Call library for details.

Tuesday, January 27, 7:00 pm - Pajama Storytime. Ages 2-7. Join us for an evening storytime where families can come in their jammies!

Wednesday, January 28, 10:30 am - Baby and Toddler Storytime - Ages 0-24 months. No registration required.

Wednesday, January 28, 11:30 am - Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5. No registration required.

Saturday, January 31, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm - Lovettsville Library Advisory Board Book Sale. Purchase a variety of books, audio and video - all at fantastic prices!

Check out these upcoming events!!

Tuesday, February 3, 7:00 pm - Stitch & Chat - Bring your own stitching project and gather to chat with friends. Registration required. Click here to sign-up.

Thursday, February 5, 9:30 pm - Adult Book Club - Join us as we discuss The Known World by Edward P. Jones.

Thursday, February 5, 4:00 pm - After School Book Break - Ages 7-11. Join us as we discuss Misty of Chincoteague by Marguerite Henry as well as Ribsy by Beverly Cleary. Click here to register.

Thursday, February 5, 7:30 pm - Virginia Readers' Choice High School Book Club - Grades 9-12. Join us as we discuss The Rules of Survival by Nancy Werlin.

Saturday, February 7, 2:00 p.m. - Teen Wii Day - Join us for pizza and video games! Ages 12-18. Registration required. Click here to register.

Wednesday, February 11, 4:00 pm - Valentine's Day Storytime & Craft - Ages 2-6 with parent or caregiver. Click here to register.

What's Happening @ the Library!

2009-01-18T10:00:00.000-05:00

Check out what's going on at the Lovettsville Library this week!

Monday, January 19 - LIBRARY CLOSED for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

Tuesday, January 20, 7:00 pm - Teen Knitting Group - Ages 12 and up. Bring your own project and gather to chat with friends. Click here to register.

Wednesday, January 21, 10:30 am - Baby and Toddler Storytime - Ages 0-24 months. No registration required.

Wednesday, January 21, 11:30 am - Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5. No registration required.

Thursday, January 22, 9:30 am - Book Chat for Busy Parents - Parents "book chat" while keeping an eye on their youngsters. Bee Season by Myla Goldberg.

Saturday, January 24, 2:00 pm - Acoustic Footstompin’ Blues ’n Boogie with Jay Summerour and Mike Baytop. An afternoon of Piedmont-Style Blues. Recommended for all ages.

Check out these upcoming events!!

Monday, January 26, 10:30 am - Terrific Two's Storytime. Ages 2-3. No registration required.

Monday, January 26, 7:00 pm - Classics Book Group. Call library for details.

Tuesday, January 27, 7:00 pm - Pajama Storytime. Ages 2-7. Join us for an evening storytime where families can come in their jammies!

Saturday, January 31, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm - Lovettsville Library Advisory Board Book Sale. Purchase a variety of books, audio and video - all at fantastic prices!

Tuesday, February 3, 7:00 pm - Bring your own stitching project and gather to chat with friends. Registration required. Click here to sign-up.

Thursday, February 5, 9:30 pm - Adult Book Club - Join us as we discuss The Known World by Edward P. Jones.

Thursday, February 5, 4:00 pm - After School Book Break - Ages 7-11. Join us as we discuss Misty of Chincoteague by Marguerite Henry as well as Ribsy by Beverly Cleary. Click here to register.

Thursday, February 5, 7:30 pm - Virginia Readers' Choice High School Book Club - Grades 9-12. Join us as we discuss The Rules of Survival by Nancy Werlin.

Saturday, January 3, 2 p.m. - Teen Wii Day - Join us for pizza and video games! Ages 12-18. Registration required. Click here to register.

2008 New Library Cardholders

2009-01-12T13:33:00.005-05:00

Back in November 2008, we started photographing our new cardholders. Here are a few for the last two months!

What's Happening @ the Library!

2009-01-11T10:00:00.001-05:00

Check out what's going on at the Lovettsville Library this week!

Monday, January 12, 10:30 am - Terrific Two's Storytime. Ages 2-3. No registration required.

Monday, January 12 - End of WrestleMania Reading Challenge. Please turn in your logs and bookmark submissions to the staff at the Lovettsville Library.

Wednesday, January 14, 10:30 am - Baby and Toddler Storytime - Ages 0-24 months. No registration required.

Wednesday, January 14, 11:30 am - Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5. No registration required.

Thursday, January 15, 7:00 pm - WrestleMania Reading Challenge Party - Grades 5-12. Celebrate the end of the WrestleMania Reading Challenge with pizza and games. Be sure to turn in your logs and your entries for the bookmark contest. Click here to register.

Friday, January 16 - LIBRARY CLOSED FOR Lee-Jackson Day.

Saturday, January 17, 11:00 am - Family Movie - Pooh's Huffalump Movie, Rated G. 68 minutes.

Saturday, January 17, 2:00 pm - Paws to Read: Certified Therapy Dogs and their Handlers with paws4people foundation. Ages 5-12. What do you get when you bring children, dogs and books together? You get happy, confident children who love to read! Register your child to come in and read to a Therapy Dog! Click here to register.

Check out these upcoming events!!

Tuesday, January 20, 7:00 pm - Teen Knitting Group - Ages 12 and up. Bring your own project and gather to chat with friends. Click here to register.

Thursday, January 22, 9:30 am - Book Chat for Busy Parents - Parents "book chat" while keeping an eye on their youngsters. Bee Season by Myla Goldberg.

Saturday, January 24, 2:00 pm - Acoustic Footstompin’ Blues ’n Boogie with Jay Summerour and Mike Baytop. An afternoon of Piedmont-Style Blues. Recommended for all ages.

Monday, January 26, 7:00 pm - Classics Book Group. Call library for details.

Tuesday, January 27, 7:00 pm - Pajama Storytime. Ages 2-7. Join us for an evening storytime where families can come in their jammies!

Saturday, January 31, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm - Lovettsville Library Advisory Board Book Sale. Purchase a variety of books, audio and video - all at fantastic prices!

What's Happening @ the Library!

2009-01-04T10:00:00.000-05:00

Check out what's going on at the Lovettsville Library this week!

Monday, January 5, 10:30 am - Terrific Two's Storytime. Ages 2-3. No registration required.

Tuesday, January 6, 7:00 p.m. - Stitch and Chat - Join us for an evening of chatting and stitching with friends. Registration required. Click here to sign up.

Wednesday, January 7, 10:30 am - Baby and Toddler Storytime - Ages 0-24 months. No registration required.

Wednesday, January 7, 11:30 am - Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5. No registration required.

Thursday, January 8, 9:30 pm - Adult Book Club - Join us as we discuss Bee Season by Myla Goldberg.

Thursday, January 8, 4:00 pm - After School Book Break - Ages 7-11. Join us as we discuss Misty of Chincoteague by Marguerite Henry. Click here to register.

Thursday, January 8, 7:30 pm - Virginia Readers' Choice High School Book Club - Grades 9-12. Join us as we discuss A Room on Lorelei Street by Mary E. Pearson. Click here to sign up.

Saturday, January 10, 1:00 pm - Legomania - Ages 6-11. Play with your friends to construct and assemble structures. Bring your own lego bricks or use ours. Registration required. Click here to sign up.

Don't Forget...

WrestleMania Reading Challenge - Sign-up for the 2009 WrestleMania Reading Challenge for a chance to win prizes from the WWE as well as a trip to Houston for WrestleMania 25! Teens and Tweens will get a chance to read 10 books and participate in a bookmark challenge. Please stop by your branch for more information. Click here to register. Check out these upcoming events!!

Check out these upcoming events:

Thursday, January 15, 7:00 pm - WrestleMania Reading Challenge Party - Grades 5-12. Celebrate the end of the WrestleMania Reading Challenge with pizza and games. Be sure to turn in your logs and your entries for the bookmark contest. Click here to register.

Saturday, January 17, 11:00 am - Family Movie - Pooh's Huffalump Movie, Rated G. 68 minutes.

Saturday, January 17, 2:00 pm - Paws to Read: Certified Therapy Dogs and their Handlers with paws4people foundation. Ages 5-12. What do you get when you bring children, dogs and books together? You get happy, confident children who love to read! Register your child to come in and read to a Therapy Dog! Click here to register.

Tuesday, January 20, 7:00 pm - Teen Knitting Group - Ages 12 and up. Bring your own project and gather to chat with friends. Click here to register.

Happy New Year!

2008-12-31T17:00:00.002-05:00

Loudoun County Public Libraries will be closed January 1 and 2. Happy New Year from the staff of Lovettsville Library!

What's Happening @ the Library!

2008-12-28T10:00:00.003-05:00

Check out what's going on at the Lovettsville Library this week!

Monday, December 29, 10:30 am - Terrific Two's Storytime. Ages 2-3. No registration required.

Tuesday, December 30, 4:00 pm - After School Book Break - Ages 7-11. Join us for a fun discussion and activity of Shiloh by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor. Sign up begins December 16th. Click here to register.

Tuesday, December 30, 7:00 pm - Pajama Storytime - Ages 2-7. Join us for a storytime where you can wear your PJs!! No registration required.

Wednesday, December 31, 10:30 am - Baby and Toddler Storytime - Ages 0-24 months. No registration required.

Wednesday, December 31, 11:30 am - Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5. No registration required.

Wednesday, December 31 - NEW YEAR'S EVE - Library closes at 5 p.m.

Thursday, January 1 - NEW YEAR'S DAY - Library closed all day.

Friday, January 2 - Library closed all day.

Saturday, January 3, 2 p.m. - Teen Wii Day - Join us for pizza and video games! Ages 12-18. Registration required. Click here to sign up.

Don't Forget...

WrestleMania Reading Challenge - Sign-up for the 2009 WrestleMania Reading Challenge for a chance to win prizes from the WWE as well as a trip to Houston for WrestleMania 25! Teens and Tweens will get a chance to read 10 books and participate in a bookmark challenge. Please stop by your branch for more information. Click here to register.

Check out these upcoming events!!

Tuesday, January 6, 7:00 p.m. - Stitch and Chat - Join us for an evening of chatting and stitching with friends. Registration required. Click here to sign up.

Thursday, January 8, 9:30 pm - Adult Book Club - Join us as we discuss Bee Season by Myla Goldberg.

Thursday, January 8, 4:00 pm - After School Book Break - Ages 7-11. Join us as we discuss Misty of Chincoteague by Marguerite Henry. Click here to register.

Thursday, January 8, 7:30 pm - Virginia Readers' Choice High School Book Club - Grades 9-12. Join us as we discuss A Room on Lorelei Street by Mary E. Pearson. Click here to sign up.

Saturday, January 10, 1:00 pm - Legomania - Ages 6-11. Play with your friends to construct and assemble structures. Bring your own lego bricks or use ours. Registration required. Click here to sign up.

Library Closed Christmas Day

2008-12-25T10:00:00.001-05:00

Loudoun County Public Libraries Closed December 25 and 26. Happy Holidays from the staff of Lovettsville Library!

What's Happening @ the Library!

2008-12-21T10:00:00.005-05:00

Check out what's going on at the Lovettsville Library this week!

Monday, December 22, 10:30 am - Terrific Two's Storytime. Ages 2-3. No registration required. Monday,

Wednesday, December 24, 10:00 am - Rhythm, Rhyme, and Tune Time @ Purcellville Sign-up. Call or get online right at 10:00 am to get a spot! Remember it fills up fast!! Click here to register.

Wednesday, December 24, 10:30 am - Baby and Toddler Storytime - Ages 0-24 months. No registration required.

Wednesday, December 24, 11:30 am - Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5. No registration required.

Don't Forget...

WrestleMania Reading Challenge - Sign-up for the 2009 WrestleMania Reading Challenge for a chance to win prizes from the WWE as well as a trip to Houston for WrestleMania 25! Teens and Tweens will get a chance to read 10 books and participate in a bookmark challenge. Please stop by your branch for more information. Click here to register.

Check out these upcoming events!!

Tuesday, December 30, 4:00 pm - After School Book Break - Ages 7-11. Join us for a fun discussion and activity of Shiloh by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor. Sign up begins December 16th. Click here to register.

Tuesday, December 30, 7:00 pm - Pajama Storytime - Ages 2-7. Join us for a storytime where you can wear your PJs!! No registration required.

What's Happening @ the Library!

2008-12-14T10:00:00.001-05:00

Check out what's going on at the Lovettsville Library this week!

Monday, December 15, 10:30 am - Terrific Two's Storytime. Ages 2-3. No registration required.

Monday, December 15, 11:30 am - Rhythm, Rhyme, and Tune Time - Ages 0-4. Advanced Registration required. Class is currently full. LAST CLASS UNTIL MAY!!

Tuesday, December 16, 7:00 pm - Teen Knitting Group. Bring your own stitching project and gather to chat with friends. Click here to register.

Wednesday, December 17, 10:30 am - Baby and Toddler Storytime - Ages 0-24 months. No registration required.

Wednesday, December 17, 11:30 am - Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5. No registration required.

Wednesday, December 17, 4:00 pm - Holiday Storytime & Craft. Join us @ the library for a storytime of holiday tales perfect for this time of year. Refreshments are provided. Recommended for ages 2-6 with parent or caregiver. Click here to register.

Don't Forget...

WrestleMania Reading Challenge - Sign-up for the 2009 WrestleMania Reading Challenge for a chance to win prizes from the WWE as well as a trip to Houston for WrestleMania 25! Teens and Tweens will get a chance to read 10 books and participate in a bookmark challenge. Please stop by your branch for more information. Click here to register.

Check out these upcoming events!!

Wednesday, December 24, 10:00 am - Rhythm, Rhyme, and Tune Time @ Purcellville Sign-up. Call or get online right at 10:00 am to get a spot! Remember it fills up fast!! Click here to register.

Tuesday, December 30, 4:00 pm - After School Book Break - Ages 7-11. Join us for a fun discussion and activity of Shiloh by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor. Sign up begins December 16th. Click here to register.

Tuesday, December 30, 7:00 pm - Pajama Storytime - Ages 2-7. Join us for a storytime where you can wear your PJs!! No registration required.

What's Happening @ the Library!

2008-12-07T10:00:00.001-05:00

Check out what's going on at the Lovettsville Library this week!

Monday, December 8, 10:30 am - Terrific Two's Storytime. Ages 2-3. No registration required.

Monday, December 8, 11:30 am - Rhythm, Rhyme, and Tune Time - Ages 0-4. Advanced Registration required. Class is currently full.

Wednesday, December 10, 10:30 am - Baby and Toddler Storytime - Ages 0-24 months. No registration required.

Wednesday, December 10, 11:30 am - Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5. No registration required.

Thursday, December 11, 7:00 pm - Holiday Cardmaking for Teens and Adults. Make some great cards using rubber stamp and scrapbooking techniques. Click here to register.

Saturday, December 13, 2:00 pm - Family Movie - We will be showing the original How the Grinch Stole Christmas (Not rated, 60 minutes), so bring some comfy cushions or blankets and a snack. No registration required.

Don't Forget...

WrestleMania Reading Challenge - Sign-up for the 2009 WrestleMania Reading Challenge for a chance to win prizes from the WWE as well as a trip to Houston for WrestleMania 25! Teens and Tweens will get a chance to read 10 books and participate in a bookmark challenge. Please stop by your branch for more information. Click here to register.

Be sure to register for these upcoming events!

Tuesday, December 16, 7:00 pm - Teen Knitting Group. Bring your own stitching project and gather to chat with friends. Click here to register.

Wednesday, December 17, 4:00 pm - Holiday Storytime & Craft. Join us @ the library for a storytime of holiday tales perfect for this time of year. Refreshments are provided. Recommended for ages 2-6 with parent or caregiver. Click here to register.

What's Happening @ the Library!

2008-11-30T10:00:00.001-05:00

Check out what's going on at the Lovettsville Library this week!

Monday, December 1, 10:30 am - Terrific Two's Storytime. Ages 2-3. No registration required.

Monday, December 1, 11:30 am - Rhythm, Rhyme, and Tune Time - Ages 0-4. Advanced Registration required. Class is currently full.

Tuesday, December 2, 7:00 pm - Stitch and Chat - Tuesday, December 2, 7:00 pm - Ages: Teen and Adult - Bring your own stitching project and gather to chat with friends. Click here to register.

Wednesday, December 3, 10:30 am - Baby and Toddler Storytime - Ages 0-24 months. No registration required.

Wednesday, December 3, 11:30 am - Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5. No registration required.

Thursday, December 4, 9:30 am - The Adult Book Club - Rise and Shine by Anna Quindlen.

Thursday, December 4, 3:00 pm - Busy Parent Book Chat - Thursday, December 4, 9:30 am - Rise and Shine by Anna Quindlen. Kids are welcome.

Thursday, December 4, 7:30 pm - Virginia Readers' Choice High School Book Club - Grades 9-12. Join us as we discuss The Last Knight by Hilari Bell. Click here to register.

Saturday, December 5, 2:00 pm - Teen Wii Day - Ages 12-18. Get ready to play some Nintendo Wii while munching on snacks! Click here to register.

Don't Forget...

WrestleMania Reading Challenge - Sign-up for the 2009 WrestleMania Reading Challenge for a chance to win prizes from the WWE as well as a trip to Houston for WrestleMania 25! Teens and Tweens will get a chance to read 10 books and participate in a bookmark challenge. Please stop by your branch for more information. Click here to register.

Be sure to register for these upcoming events!

Thursday, December 11, 7:00 pm - Holiday Cardmaking for Teens and Adults. Make some great cards using rubber stamp and scrapbooking techniques. Click here to register.

Saturday, December 13, 2:00 pm - Family Movie - We will be showing the original How the Grinch Stole Christmas (Not rated, 60 minutes), so bring some comfy cushions or blankets and a snack. No registration required.

Tuesday, December 16, 7:00 pm - Teen Knitting Group. Bring your own stitching project and gather to chat with friends. Click here to register.

Wednesday, December 17, 4:00 pm - Holiday Storytime & Craft. Join us @ the library for a storytime of holiday tales perfect for this time of year. Refreshments are provided. Recommended for ages 2-6 with parent or caregiver. Click here to register.

Happy Thanksgiving Day!!

2008-11-27T06:00:00.002-05:00

Library will be closed on November 27th and 28th to observe Thanksgiving. Have a happy one from the staff at the Lovettsville Library!!

Here is a little tidbit about Thanksgiving from our History Resource Center database, which can be used for any history project for kids or adults. Click here to visit our database page.

A national holiday in the United States since 1863, Thanksgiving has come to play a number of important roles in popular culture. It was customary in Europe to hold days of thanksgiving both for successful harvests and for events such as military victories, deliverance from plagues, and royal births. The date and site of the first Thanksgiving in what is now the United States are still debated, but the most famous in pre-independence times was that held in October, 1621 in the Plymouth Colony. There, European immigrants, "the Pilgrims," and indigenous Wampanoag Indians celebrated the harvest season with feasting that included the dish that would become a traditional part of the day: turkey. Throughout the colonial era, days of thanksgiving were common, especially in New England, but not universal or regular. Although national days of thanksgiving were proclaimed by the Continental Congress in 1777 and by President Washington in 1789, there was no great clamor for an annual festival until the nineteenth century.

Credit for the establishment of Thanksgiving Day as a nation-wide holiday must go to Sarah Josepha Buell Hale, the editor of an influential women's magazine (and author of "Mary Had a Little Lamb") who lobbied legislatures and presidents from 1827 on. In 1863 Abraham Lincoln proclaimed the last Thursday of November as a day of "thanksgiving and praise to our beneficent Father who dwelleth in the Heavens," and since then it has been an annual celebration, though the date has varied. From 1939-1941 President Franklin Delano Roosevelt, in response to the complaints of businessmen that there was insufficient shopping time between Thanksgiving and Christmas, proclaimed Thanksgiving to be the third Thursday in November. This, however, created conflicts with the dating of the holiday in many states which had their own Thanksgiving legislation, so Congress in 1941 passed a joint resolution decreeing that the observance should fall on the fourth Thursday of November.

"Thanksgiving." St. James Encyclopedia of Popular Culture. 5 vols. St. James Press, 2000. Reproduced in History Resource Center. Farmington Hills, MI: Gale. http://galenet.galegroup.com/servlet/HistRC/

What's Happening @ the Library!

2008-11-24T10:00:00.000-05:00

Check out what's going on at the Lovettsville Library this week!

Monday, November 24, 10:30 am - Terrific Two's Storytime. Ages 2-3. No registration required.

Monday, November 24, 11:30 am - Rhythm, Rhyme, and Tune Time - Ages 0-4. Advanced Registration required. Class is currently full.

Tuesday, November 25, 4:00 pm - After School Book Break - Ages 7-11. Join us for a book discussion and activity about The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane by Kate DiCamillo. Click here to register.

Tuesday, November 25, 7:00 pm - Pajama Storytime - Ages 2-6. Join us for an evening storytime and don't forget to wear your PJs!!

Wednesday, November 26, 10:30 am - Baby and Toddler Storytime - Ages 0-24 months. No registration required.

Wednesday, November 26, 11:30 am - Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5. No registration required.

Wednesday, November 26 - Library Closes at 5 p.m.

Thursday, November 27 - Thanksgiving Day - Library Closed

Friday, November 28 - Library Closed

Don't Forget...

WrestleMania Reading Challenge - Sign-up for the 2009 WrestleMania Reading Challenge for a chance to win prizes from the WWE as well as a trip to Houston for WrestleMania 25! Teens and Tweens will get a chance to read 10 books and participate in a bookmark challenge. Please stop by your branch for more information. Click here to register.

Be sure to register for these upcoming events! Click on the title to register.

Stitch and Chat - Tuesday, December 2, 7:00 pm - Ages: Teen and Adult - Bring your own stitching project and gather to chat with friends. Click here to register.

The Adult Book Club - Thursday, December 4, 9:30 am - Rise and Shine by Anna Quindlen.

The Busy Parent Book Chat - Thursday, December 4, 3:00 pm - Rise and Shine by Anna Quindlen.

Virginia Readers' Choice High School Book Club - Thursday, December 4, 7:30 pm - Grades 9-12. Join us as we discuss The Last Knight by Hilari Bell. Click here to register.

Teen Wii Day - Saturday, December 5, 2:00 pm - Ages 12-18. Get ready to play some Nintendo Wii while munching on snacks! Click here to register.

The New County Delivery Truck

2008-11-19T10:56:00.010-05:00

Check out the new library delivery truck! Lovettsville girls must be the cutest because they made both sides of the truck! The little girl in the yellow shirt is on one side as well as the little girl in the white and red sundress on the other side. Both are regulars at our Born to Read storytime!

What's Happening @ the Library!

2008-11-10T11:21:00.001-05:00

Check out what's going on at the Lovettsville Library this week!

Monday, November 10, 10:30 am - Terrific Two's Storytime. Ages 2-3. No registration required.

Monday, November 10, 11:30 am - Rhythm, Rhyme, and Tune Time - Ages 0-4. Advanced Registration required. Class is currently full.

Tuesday, November 11, All Day - Veterens' Day - Library Closed

Wednesday, November 12, 10:30 am - Baby and Toddler Storytime - Ages 0-24 months. No registration required.

Wednesday, November 12, 11:30 am - Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5. No registration required.

Saturday, November 15, 10:00 am - 6:00 pm. Harry Potter Movie Marathon - Catch up for the upcoming release of the new Harry Potter movie by coming down to the library and watching the last three movies, including Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, and Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix. Blow us away with your HP knowledge in our trivia game and other related activities. Movies will continue past closing, until 6:00 PM. Bring pillows, blankets, or even bean bag chairs. Refreshments, including lunch, will be provided. Recommended for ages 12-18.

Don't Forget...

WrestleMania Reading Challenge - Sign-up for the 2009 WrestleMania Reading Challenge for a chance to win prizes from the WWE as well as a trip to Houston for WrestleMania 25! Teens and Tweens will get a chance to read 10 books and participate in a bookmark challenge. Please stop by your branch for more information. Click here to register.

Pajama Storytime - November 25, 7:00 pm - Stop by for an evening storytime at the library for ages 2-6. Be sure to wear your jammies!!

Be sure to register for these upcoming events! Click on the title to register.

Teen Knitting Group - Tuesday, November 18, 7:00 pm. Bring your own stitching project and gather to chat with friends. Recommended for ages 12-18.

Thanksgiving Storytime & Craft - Wednesday, November 19, 4:00 pm. Registration begins November 5th - A storytime of Thanksgiving tales perfect for this time of year as well as a craft. Refreshments are provided. Recommended for ages 2-6 with parent or caregiver.

Kids’ Book Club: After School Book Break - Tuesday, November 25, 4:00 pm - Ages 7-11. Come by the library for a discussion of an award winning children's book as well as an activity and snack. Click on the title to register.

Election Tidbits

2008-11-04T10:00:00.002-05:00

Today is Election Day, a very important day for American citizens. Over the years there have been many fascinating stories and outcomes from this day, and I went to one of our Kids' Databases, Grolier Online, to find some interesting tidbits for you today as we celebrate our democracy.

There have been many amazingly close races for the presidency—the Garfield-Hancock contest in 1880 and the Bush-Gore campaign in 2000, for example—and several landslides—as in the Roosevelt-Landon contest of 1936—as well. Since 1956 election outcomes have swung dramatically, with landslides for Republicans (1956, 1972, 1980, and 1984) and Democrats (1964). There have been numerous oddities and quirks in presidential election outcomes. James Monroe was unopposed for reelection in 1820, whereas in 1824, Andrew Jackson led three challengers in the popular and electoral vote; because he lacked a majority of the latter, though, the election was decided in the U.S. House of Representatives, where he lost.

With the presence of serious third- and fourth-party challengers, such candidates as Abraham Lincoln in 1860, Woodrow Wilson in 1912, Harry Truman in 1948, and Bill Clinton in 1992 and 1996 have been elected president by less than a majority of the popular vote. Because of the operation of the electoral college, Rutherford B. Hayes in 1876, Benjamin Harrison in 1888, and George W. Bush in 2000 were elected president even though they received fewer popular votes than their leading challengers.

For more information, search "presidential elections" in the database, Grolier Multimedia Encyclepedia.

What's Happening @ the Library!

2008-11-03T12:57:00.000-05:00

Check out what's going on at the Lovettsville Library this week!

Monday, November 3, 10:30 am - Terrific Two's Storytime. Ages 2-3. No registration required.

Monday, November 3, 7:00 pm - Artist Reception - Meet Alice Power and view her watercolors on display. Refreshments available.

Tuesday, November 4, All Day - Election Day! Get out there and VOTE!!

Tuesday, November 4, 7:00 pm - Stitch and Chat - Bring your own stitching project and gather to chat with friends. Registration is required. Click here to sign up.

Wednesday, November 5, 10:30 am - Baby and Toddler Storytime - Ages 0-24 months. No registration required.

Wednesday, November 5, 11:30 am - Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5. No registration required.

Thursday, November 6, 9:30 am - Adult Book Club - Stop by for a book chat about Innocent Man by John Grisham.

Thursday, November 6, 3:00 pm - Book Chat for Busy Parents - Want to come to a book club but don't know what to do with the little ones? Bring them along! Adults will be discussing Innocent Man by John Grisham while the little ones play with the toys provided.

Thursday, November 6, 7:30 pm - Virginia Readers' Choice High School Book Club - Join us for a discussion of Light Years by Tammar Stein. Refreshment provided. Grades 9-12. Registration required. Click here to sign up.

Saturday, November 8, 2:00 pm - Family Movie - Stop by the library with the kids to watch Madagascar, just in time for the release of Madagascar 2 in the theaters! Bring comfy pillows, blankets, and snacks. All ages welcome.

Don't Forget...

WrestleMania Reading Challenge - Sign-up for the 2009 WrestleMania Reading Challenge for a chance to win prizes from the WWE as well as a trip to Houston for WrestleMania 25! Teens and Tweens will get a chance to read 10 books and participate in a bookmark challenge. Please stop by your branch for more information. Click here to register.

Be sure to register for these upcoming events! Click on the title to register.

Harry Potter Movie Marathon - Saturday, November 15, 10:00 am - 6:00 pm. Catch up for the upcoming release of the new Harry Potter movie by coming down to the library and watching the last three movies, including Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, and Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix. Blow us away with your HP knowledge in our trivia game and other related activities. Movies will continue past closing, until 6:00 PM. Bring pillows, blankets, or even bean bag chairs. Refreshments, including lunch, will be provided. Recommended for ages 12-18.

Teen Knitting Group - Tuesday, November 18, 7:00 pm. Bring your own stitching project and gather to chat with friends. Recommended for ages 12-18.

Thanksgiving Storytime & Craft - Wednesday, November 19, 4:00 pm. Registration begins November 5th - A storytime of Thanksgiving tales perfect for this time of year as well as a craft. Refreshments are provided. Recommended for ages 2-6 with parent or caregiver.

Halloween Fun @ Lovettsville Library

2008-11-03T10:00:00.000-05:00

Halloween is over but the Lovettsville Library had a blast with their activities last week, so we wanted to share the photos with you.

2009 WrestleMania Reading Challenge

2008-10-21T11:45:00.005-04:00

Sign up today for the 2009 WrestleMania Reading Challenge. All you have to do is stop by the library for your reading log and bookmark application. Here are the details:

Read 10 items by January 12th and record them on the reading log to win a prize. There will also be a party to celebrate everyone's accomplishment.

Read 10 items AND design a bookmark for a chance to win a trip to Houston for WrestleMania! Stop by for an application today!

Even if WrestleMania is not your thing, don't worry, just sign up for the challenge anyway. We plan on having a lot of fun!

What's Happening @ the Library!

2008-10-20T13:27:00.003-04:00

Check out what's going on at the Lovettsville Library this week!

Monday, October 20, 10:30 am - Terrific Two's Storytime. Ages 2-3. No registration required.

Monday, October 20, 11:30 am - Rhythm, Rhyme and Tune Time - Musical Storytime - Ages 0-4. All are welcome for the last two sessions. Sign-up begins October 27 @ 10:00 am for the next 6 week session of this program. Be sure to sign up early because space is limited and fills up fast.

Wednesday, October 22, 10:30 am - Baby and Toddler Storytime - Ages 0-24 months. No registration required.

Thursday, October 23, 7:00 pm - Book Bite @ Nite! Teens bring in your favorite books with bite for a night of chills, thrills, and of course...PIZZA! Registration is required. Click here to sign up.

Saturday, October 25, 2:00 pm - Writer's Workshop - The goal of this workshop is to inspire and guide budding and beginning writers. Panelists will speak of their individual experiences in the writing field and answer questions from the audience about writing, researching, and publishing. Click here to sign up.

Don't Forget...

Pumpkin Contest - Gather the family together and choose your favorite book character for Lovettsville Library’s Book Character Pumpkin Pageant! We invite each family to use their imagination and create a book character for our display from real or foam pumpkins or gourds. See library and website for more details. Entries due by October 27.

WrestleMania Reading Challenge - Sign-up for the 2009 WrestleMania Reading Challenge for a chance to win prizes from the WWE as well as a trip to Houston for WrestleMania 25! Teens and Tweens will get a chance to read 10 books and participate in a bookmark challenge. Please stop by your branch for more information. Click here to register.

Favorite Books with Bite - Attention All Teens! Stop by the library or visit our blog during the month of October and let us know your favorite Books with Bite! Prizes will be awarded to all who enter.

Be sure to register for these upcoming events! Click on the title to register.

After School Book Break - Tuesday, October 28, 4 pm - Ages 7-11.

Pajama Storytime - Tuesday, October 28, 7 pm - Ages 2-6.

Teen Wii Day - Saturday, November 1, 2 pm - Ages 12-18.

Hope to see you there!

VRC Book Club gets a response from author!!

2008-10-16T19:15:00.003-04:00

On October 2nd, the Virginia Readers' Choice High School Book Club met and discussed Life As We Knew It by Susan Beth Pfeffer. It was a great book and the teens loved it. During our discussion we commented on the author's blog, letting her know how we felt about the book and about her future plans. Here is our post and her response! We are so excited that she wrote back to us!! Check out her blog: http://susanbethpfeffer.blogspot.com/

From the book club:

Congrats on being #8! Our book club just read LAWKI and we loved it. We are very excited about book #3. We think you should get book #1 made into a movie. By the way, is Dan coming back? We really liked him and would love to see him in the next one. He should drive up on a motorcycle and surprise her. And thank you for telling us that Lisa's baby was born. We were worried about them. Thank you again for writing this book! It rocks!

From the Lovettsville Library High School Book Club
Jessica (librarian), Lexi, Abigail, Hannah, Samantha

From the author, Susan Beth Pfeffer:

Hello Jessica (librarian), Lexi, Abigail, Hannah and Samantha, aka the Lovettsville Library High School Book Club-

Thanks for your comment. I'm all in favor of someone making a movie out of LAWKI, or d&g, or anything else I've ever written, but I don't think it will ever happen. At least it hasn't yet and my guess is if it were going to, it would have by now.I hear from lots of people who worry about Lisa and the baby, so I know I need to put them in to Book 3. I don't think I'm going to be able to get Dan back though. But I'll give it some thought to see if I can work it out somehow.Thanks again for your comment. I love how LAWKI can inspire one person to write all kinds of nifty murderous ideas, and other people to write about romance!

Thank you Susan Beth Pfeffer for writing back to us so quickly! We can't wait to see what you have for the future!! Check out the sequel, The Dead and the Gone.

What's Happening @ the Library!

2008-10-12T10:00:00.001-04:00

Check out what's going on at the Lovettsville Library this week!

Sunday, October 12 - WrestleMania Reading Challenge begins! Calling all Tweens and Teens! Read 10 books between October 12 and January 12 to win prizes, and if you participate in the bookmark design contest, you'll get a chance to win a trip to Houston, TX for WrestleMania. Recommended for grades 5-12. Click here to register.

Monday, October 13 - Library Closed for Columbus Day.

Tuesday, October 14, 7:00 pm - Pumpkin Contest Begins - Gather the family together and choose your favorite book character for Lovettsville Library’s Book Character Pumpkin Pageant! We invite each family to use their imagination and create a book character for our display from real or foam pumpkins or gourds. See library and website for more details. Entries due by October 27.

Tuesday, October 14, 7:00 pm - Avi Reader's Theater - Professional actors Stokes Tomlin, Tim Jon and Carolyn Christensen will perform an excerpt from Nothing But the Truth by Avi using voice and characterization to bring the story alive. Pick up your free copy of the book today. Recommended for Teens and Adults.

Wednesday, October 15, 10:30 am - Baby and Toddler Storytime - Ages 0-24 months.

Thursday, October 16, 7:00 pm - Avi Book Discussion - Join us at the library for a book discussion of the One Book - One Community novel Nothing But the Truth by Avi. Pick up your free copy today. Recommended for teens and adults.

Saturday, October 18, 2:00 pm - The Woodshedders - Local musicans, the Woodshedders, play an original "Djangoesque Hot Club Jazz Mountain style music, characterized by perty acoustic instruments, singin', twin fiddlin', and stringbustin'."

Hope to see you there!

Library Closed for Columbus Day

2008-10-11T16:04:00.001-04:00

Here is an excerpt from one of our databases, WorldBook Online, as to why we celebrate Columbus day:

Columbus Day honors the first voyage to America by the Italian explorer Christopher Columbus. Columbus first sailed to America from Spain in 1492. Columbus Day became a legal federal holiday in the United States in 1971. It is celebrated on the second Monday in October.

The first Columbus Day celebration was held in 1792, when New York City celebrated the 300th anniversary of the landing. Columbus Day has been celebrated annually in the United States since 1920. Although the land Columbus reached was not named after him, many other places are. For example, the Republic of Colombia in South America and the District of Columbia in the United States both bear his name.

Many Latin American countries celebrate October 12 as the Dia de la Raza (Day of the Race). It honors the Spanish background and culture of the peoples of Latin America.

"Columbus Day." World Book Kids. 2008. [Lovettsville Library.] 6 Oct. 2008 .

What's Happening @ the Library!

2008-10-05T15:28:00.002-04:00

Check out what's going on at the Lovettsville Library this week!

Monday, October 6, 10:30 am - Terrific Two's Storytime, ages 2-3. Remember, no food please.

Monday, October 6, 11:30 am - Rhythm, Rhyme and Tune Time - for registered patrons only. For ages 0-4 years old. Drop-ins welcome if class size is low.

Tuesday, October 7, 7:00 pm - Stitch & Chat - Drop in with your stitching and chat with old and new friends. Refreshments provided. Recommended for Teens and Adults. Click here to register.

Wednesday, October 8, 10:30 am - Baby and Toddler Storytime - Ages 0-24 months.

Saturday, October 11, 11:00 am - Lovettsville during the Civil War - Jim Morgan, a lifelong Civil War enthusiast, re-enactor, and author discusses how the Civil War affected Lovettsville. Round Table session to follow at Talk of the Town.

Saturday, October 11, 2:00 pm - Movie - High School Musical 2

Hope to see you there!

New Pics on Flickr!!

2008-10-01T19:19:00.002-04:00

Check out our Flickr page for new photos!!

What's Happening @ the Library!

2008-09-29T10:00:00.002-04:00

Check out what's going on at the Lovettsville Library this week!

Monday, September 29, 10:30 am - Terrific Two's Storytime, ages 2-3. Remember, no food please.

Monday, September 29, 11:30 am - Rhythm, Rhyme and Tune Time - for registered patrons only. For ages 0-4 years old.

Tuesday, September 30, 4:00 pm - After School Book Break - Ages 7-11 - Drop by the library and discuss the award-winning book, Frindle by Andrew Clements. There will also be a fun activity and a snack.

Tuesday, September 30, 7:00 pm - Pajama Storytime - Ages 2-7.

Thursday, October 2, 9:30 am - Adult Book Group - Join us for a discussion of Born Fighting by James Webb.

Thursday, October 2, 3:00 pm - Book Chat for Busy Parents - Join us for a discussion of Water for Elephants by Sara Gruen. Children are welcome!

Thursday, October 2, 7:30 pm - Virginia Reader's Choice High School Book Club - Grades 9-12. Stop by for a lively discussion of Life As We Knew It by Susan Beth Pfeffer, along with a related snack. Click here to register.

Saturday, October 4, 11:00 am - Miss Laura Ratcliffe, Confederate Spy - Learn how Miss Ratcliffe saved the life of Col. John Mosby in 1863 and about the preservation of her home, Merrybrook.

Saturday, October 4, 2:00 pm - Teen Wii Day - Ages 12-18. Join us for games, pizza and more!! Click here to register.

Hope to see you there!

Teen Read Week -- Film Competition

2008-09-28T10:00:00.002-04:00

Take part in our Teen Read Week film competition. This year we are filming book trailers. A book trailer is a mini commercial about a book. Starting September 29th, stop by your branch to borrow a “FLIP” camera to be used in the library and pick up your entry form. All films must be submitted by October 10th. Prizes will be awarded and the winning book trailer will be posted to the library’s website during Teen Read Week.

Also, if you want to come to the library and use our camera, you can film your book trailer on site.

Introducing Self Pick-up of Holds

2008-09-24T14:54:00.004-04:00

Here at the Lovettsville Library, we are starting a new system of holds called Self Pick-Up. Click on the video above to find out how to do it!!

Events to register for...

2008-09-20T11:55:00.002-04:00

Here is a heads up on what programs are open to registration right now. Just click on the program name to register:

Kids’ Book Club at Lovettsville: After School Book Break - Tuesday, Sept. 30th @ 4:00 pm. Explore one award-winning book each month with book discussions, games and refreshments. The selection for September is Frindle by Andrew Clements. Recommended for ages 7-11 / grades 3-5.

Virginia Readers’ Choice High School Book Club - Thursday, Oct. 2nd @ 7:30 pm. Join us for a discussion and activity of Life as We Knew It by Susan Beth Pfeffer. Refreshments will be provided. Recommended for grades 9-12. A copy is available at the circulation desk.

Teen Wii Day @ the Library - Saturday, Oct. 4th @ 2:00 pm. Join us @ the library for an afternoon of the Nintendo Wii, including Wii Sports, Wii Play, Mario Party 8 and more. Refreshments will be provided. Recommended for ages 12-18.

What's happening @ the Library this week!!

2008-09-20T11:22:00.004-04:00

Check out what's going on at the Lovettsville Library this week!

Monday, September 22, 10:30 am - Terrific Two's Storytime, ages 2-3. Remember, no food please.

Monday, September 22, 11:30 am - Rhythm, Rhyme and Tune Time - for registered patrons only. For ages 0-4 years old.

Tuesday, September 23, 7:00 pm - Teen Volunteer Night - If you want to help us get ready for our craft programs, please stop by for some simple cutting and tracing. Can count hours for credit if need be.

Wednesday, September 24, 4:00 pm - Avast Ye Mateys! Pirate Storytime and Craft. Registration required. Click here to sign up. Ages 2-6.

Thursday, September 25, 7:00 pm @ Park View High School in Sterling - One Book, One Community Meet the Author - Avi. Click here for more information.

Friday, September 26, 5:00 pm until dark - Volunteers need to help set up for the Book Sale. Please stop by or call the library to sign up.

Saturday, September 27, 10:00 - 5:00 pm - Giant Book Sale at Lovettsville!! $5 per paper bag!! Volunteers needed to help tear down. See you there!!

Library Closed for Labor Day

2008-08-31T14:06:00.001-04:00

Here is some interesting information about the history of Labor Day, from one of the databases we offer, World Book Online:

Labor Day is a holiday honoring working people. It is observed as a legal holiday on the first Monday in September throughout the United States, Puerto Rico, and Canada. Labor organizations sponsor various celebrations, but for most people it is a day of rest and recreation. The holiday also has become a symbol of the end of summer. In Australia, Labor Day is called Eight Hour Day, and it commemorates the successful struggle for a shorter working day. In Europe, Labor Day is observed on May 1.

Two men have been credited with suggesting a holiday to honor working people in the United States—Matthew Maguire, a machinist from Paterson, New Jersey, and Peter J. McGuire, a New York City carpenter who helped found the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners. Both men played an important part in staging the first Labor Day parade in New York City in September 1882. In 1887, Oregon became the first state to make Labor Day a legal holiday. President Grover Cleveland signed a bill in 1894 making Labor Day a national holiday.

Enjoy your day off!

Changes in Storytime Schedule

2008-08-24T14:09:00.007-04:00

As fall approaches, new programs will be offered here at Lovettsville, which will alter the time of one of our storytimes. Here is the new schedule:

Monday @ 10:30 a.m. Toddler Storytime (no change)
Monday @ 11:30 a.m. Music Storytime (45 min. long and requires registration)

Wednesday @ 10:30 a.m. Born to Read Storytime (no change)
Wednesday @ 11:30 a.m. Preschool Storytime (previously on Monday afternoons)

The 11:30 storytimes are perfect for those attending the Community Center school in the morning. And be sure to register early for the Music Storytime. Space is limited! Click here to register, starting August 25th!

New Program for Teens!!! Teen Wii Day!!

2008-08-23T14:41:00.020-04:00

Sign-up today for Teen Wii Day!! Join us at the library for an afternoon of the Nintendo Wii, including Wii Sports, Wii Play, Mario Party 8 and more. Refreshments will be provided.

Advance registration is required. Click here to sign-up.

Limited to 15

VRC High School Book Club

2008-08-22T14:23:00.002-04:00

Sign up today for the new Virginia Readers'Choice High School Book Club! Our first book will be The Christopher Killer by Alane Ferguson, which is a forensic mystery similar to CSI.

Click here to sign-up!!

Click here to request a copy of the book.

Get your game on in the library!

2008-08-07T17:16:00.008-04:00

Starting Friday, August 8th, LCPL will circulate video games for PlayStation 2, PlayStation 3, XBOX 360, and the Wii. We have a variety of games including Lego Indiana Jones, Super Smash Bros. Brawl and PuzzleQuest. Search by genre heading "Video games" or search by game system as a subject heading.

This week @ the Library!!

2008-08-03T13:51:00.000-04:00

Just wanted to let everyone know that the Summer Reading Program officially ends on August 11th. So get your reading in to complete the program!

Here are the events for the last week of SRP:

Monday

Storytime @ 10:30 a.m. - Ages 2-3. No registration required.

Storytime @ 1:30 p.m. - Ages 3-5. No registration required.

Tuesday

Mysterious Reptiles with Reptiles Alive @ 7 p.m. - All ages. Tickets will be passed out 30 minutes prior to the program.

Wednesday

Born to Read Storytime @ 10:30 a.m. - Ages 0-24 mos. No registration required.

Scrapbooking Your Summer Memories @ 3 p.m. - Ages 12-18. Registration required. Click here to register.

Thursday

Tiny Treasures Plaque @ 3 p.m. - Ages 12-18. Registration required. Click here to register.

Remember to visit the library and the treasure chest for your weekly treat!

Summer Reading Spirit!!

2008-07-28T16:04:00.005-04:00

Check out two of our regulars, sisters, who wanted to show their enthusiasium for the summer reading program...M is for Mystery! So come by the library for books, stickers, prizes, and of course...temporary tattoos!

This week @ the Library!

2008-07-27T10:40:00.000-04:00

Here is what's happening at the Lovettsville Library:

Monday

Storytime @ 10:30 am - Ages 2-3. No registration required.

Storytime @ 1:30 pm - Ages 3-5. No registration required.

Tuesday

Stories with a Twist by Barbara Lawson @ 7 pm - All ages. Tickets will be passed out 30 minutes prior to the program.

Wednesday

Born to Read Storytime @ 10:30 am - Ages 0-24 mos. No registration required.

Thursday

Lego Robotics @ 6 p.m. Ages 12-18. Registration required. Click here to register.

Remember to visit the library and the treasure chest for your weekly treat!

New pics on Flickr!!

2008-07-22T16:36:00.003-04:00

I've added new pictures to our Flickr account, so click on the link below to see them!!

http://www.flickr.com/photos/lovettsvillelibrary/

Murder Mystery @ the Library

2008-07-22T10:36:00.000-04:00

Come by the library and get involved with a murder mystery! Refreshments will be served.

Recommended for ages 12-18.

Thursday, July 24th, 2008 @ 6 p.m.

Click here to register.

This week @ the Library!

2008-07-20T12:00:00.004-04:00

Here is what's happening at the Lovettsville Library:

Monday

Storytime @ 10:30 am - Ages 2-3. No registration required.

Storytime @ 1:30 pm - Ages 3-5. No registration required.

Tuesday

Jonathan Austin Magic & Juggling @ 7 pm - All ages. Tickets will be passed out 30 minutes prior to the program.

Wednesday

Born to Read Storytime @ 10:30 am - Ages 0-24 mos. No registration required.

Thursday

Teen Mystery Night @ 6 pm - Ages 12-18. Advanced registration required. Click here to register.

Saturday

Solving Mysteries like Nate the Great @ 2 pm. Ages 6-9. Advanced registration required. Click here to register.

Remember to visit the library and the treasure chest for your weekly treat!

Dance Dance Revolution @ the Library

2008-07-16T10:32:00.002-04:00

Come by the library and enjoy an afternoon of Dance Dance Revolution! You can join in the tournament for the King or Queen of DDR, munching on snacks as you wait your turn to dazzle everyone with your moves. There will be a practice period at the beginning if you are new to the game.

Recommended for ages 12-18.

Wednesday, July 16th, 2008 @ 3 p.m.

Click here to register.

This week @ the Library

2008-07-14T13:46:00.004-04:00

Here is what's happening at the Lovettsville Library:

Monday

Storytime @ 10:30 am - Ages 2-3. No registration required.

Storytime @ 1:30 pm - Ages 3-5. No registration required.

Tuesday

Rainbow Puppets @ 7 pm - All ages. Tickets will be passed out 30 minutes prior to the program.

Wednesday

Born to Read Storytime @ 10:30 am - Ages 0-24 mos. No registration required.

Get Your DANCE On! with Dance Dance Revolution @ 3 pm - Ages 12-18. Registration is required. Click here to register.

Thursday

Little Wonders @ 11 am - Ages 4-6. Registration is required. Click here to register.

Saturday

Movies @ the Library @ 2 p.m. Ages 12 and up. Batman Begins.

Remember to visit the library and the treasure chest for your weekly treat!

This week @ the Library

2008-07-06T17:00:00.001-04:00

Here's what is happening this week at the Lovettsville Library:

Monday

Storytime @ 10:30 am - Ages 2-3. No registration required.

Storytime @ 1:30 pm - Ages 3-5. No registration required.

Tuesday

Mr. Brian & the Boppets @ 7 pm - All ages. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes prior to the program.

Wednesday

Born to Read Storytime @ 10:30 am - Ages 0-24 mos. No registration required.

Comedy & Performance Workshop with Slash Coleman @ 2 pm - Ages 12-18. Registration is required. Click here to register.

Thursday

Nature Discovery @ 11 am - Ages 2-3. Registration is required. Click here to register.

Don't forget to come in to the library and pick something from the treasure chest!

This week @ the Library!!

2008-06-29T17:00:00.001-04:00

Here are the happenings this week at the Lovettsville Library.

Monday

Toddler Storytime @ 10:30 am - Ages 2-3. No registration required.
Preschool Storytime @ 1:30 pm - Ages 3-5. No registration required.

Tuesday

Mysterious Animals with Animal Ambassadors @ 7 pm - All ages. Tickets will be passed out 30 minutes prior to program.

Wednesday

Born to Read Storytime @ 10:30 am - Ages 0-24 mos. No registration required.

Thursday

Adult Book Club @ 9:30 am - this month is a book swap, so bring in your favorite book to discuss. No registration required.

Friday

Independance Day - Loudoun County Public Libraries will be closed.

Did you know...

2008-06-26T17:59:00.003-04:00

That Lovettsville Library has a Flickr account? Click here to see our photos. If you have an account, go ahead and add us to your friend list 'cause you never know if there will be photos that you want, or if there are ones one which you want to leave comments.

Lovettsville Pet Parade

2008-06-23T17:31:00.004-04:00

Summer Reading is here and the 6th Annual Pet Parade brought it in with a "Bark." It was one of the most successful that we have had, with plenty of dogs (all shapes and sizes) along with a few kitties and stuffed animals. Everyone went home with pet treats and paper plate awards for categories such as the fluffiest and the loudest. And the popsicles were a great treat for everyone who attended. Just check out these pictures!!

Sign-up for Summer Reading

2008-06-02T11:23:00.007-04:00

Get a jump on the summer and sign-up now for the Summer Reading Program!!

Everything is online this year, from the registration process to the reading logs. From June 1st - 17th, you can sign-up in advance, establishing your user name and password. Starting June 18th, you can log books that you have read.

Click HERE to register today!!

Weekly prizes are still available to those who update their blogs every week. Only this year, you don't need to come in to do that.

Don't have a computer? Don't worry, just come down to the library and we will show you how to sign-up using this system.

Also, after the 18th, swing by the library for your goody bag. This is for everyone who registers.

If you have any questions about this process, please feel free to ask us. We want you to have a great summer reading experience!!

This week @ your library!!

2008-05-30T10:58:00.006-04:00

Here are the events and open registrations for this week. Hope to see you there!!

EVENTS

Monday, June 2nd @ 10:30 a.m. - Storytime, ages 2-3. No registration required.

Monday, June 2nd @ 1:30 p.m. - Storytime, ages 4-5. No registration required.

Wednesday, June 4th @ 10:30 a.m. - Born to Read Storytime, ages 0-24 mos. No registration required.

Wednesday, June 4th @ 1:30 p.m. - Babygarten, ages 0-18 mos. Click here to register.

Thursday, June 5th @ 9:30 a.m. - Adult Book Discussion of In the Lake of the Woods by Tim O'Brien. No registration required.

Saturday, June 7th @ 11:00 a.m. - Lovettsville History Alive! Presented by Eugene Scheel. Ages 12 & up. No registration required.

Saturday, June 7th @ 2:00 p.m. - Teen Summer Reading Program Volunteer Orientation. Ages 12-18. Click here to register.

OPEN REGISTRATIONS - Click on links to register.

Father's Day Storytime & Craft, Wednesday, June 11th @ 3:00 p.m. Ages 2-6

Teen Summer Reading Program Volunteer Orientation, Thursday, June 12th @ 7:00 p.m. Ages 12-18.

Lovettsville Book Sale

2008-05-30T10:43:00.005-04:00

Come out to the Lovettsville Community to support the Library Book Sale, sponsored by the Lovettsville Library and the Lovettsville Community Center Advisory Boards. Proceeds go to benefit these two fine organizations.

When: Saturday, May 31st, 10 am - 4 pm.

Where: Lovettsville Community Center

If you have any new or gently used books to donate, please bring them to the Lovettsville Community Center by May 30th. Call 540-822-5824 for more information.

Hope to see you there!

This week at Lovettsville...

2008-05-25T13:55:00.004-04:00

Here are the programs this week for Lovettsville. Hope to see you stop by!

Monday - 5/26 - Memorial Day - Library is closed. Enjoy!

Tuesday - 5/27 @ 7 p.m. - Pajama Storytime. Put your PJs on, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and come to storytime with Ms. Barbara. Recommended ages 2-7. No registration required.

Wednesday - 5/28 @ 10:30 a.m. - Born to Read Storytime. Birth to 24 months. No registration required.

Wednesday - 5/28 @ 10:30 a.m. - Babygarten. Birth to 18 months. Registration required.

Saturday - 5/31 @ 2 p.m. - Teen Movie. Pride & Prejudice starring Keira Knightley. No registration required.

Saturday - 5/31 @ the Lovettsville Community Center - Book Sale! Come out and support the library!

Hope to see you there!!

Happy Memorial Day!

2008-05-25T12:59:00.003-04:00

I hope everyone gets a chance to be outdoors this weekend to enjoy the wonderful weather we are having. Here are some interesting facts about Memorial Day, and how it got started, pulled from our Kids InfoBits Database. This database is a great one when helping your child with their homework projects. Especially if the library is closed or you can't get out that day.

Memorial Day is an American holiday to honor the men and women who died in war. Originally, it was held on May 30. Then in 1971, President Richard Nixon made it a national holiday. At that time, the date was changed to the last Monday in May.

Decoration Day History

When it first began, Memorial Day was called Decoration Day. After the Civil War ended in 1865, people wanted to remember the soldiers who had died. Many families went to cemeteries to decorate the soldiers' graves with flowers.

In 1865, Henry C. Welles, a druggist from Waterloo, New York, suggested the town set aside a day to honor the dead. Everyone agreed, so on May 5, 1866, all the businesses closed. Flags were raised only halfway to show respect for the dead. Houses were draped with black streamers. The villagers paraded to the cemetery to put wreaths, crosses, and flowers on the soldiers' graves and to listen to speeches. Waterloo continued this tradition every year after that. In 1966, President Lyndon Johnson declared Waterloo the birthplace of Memorial Day, although many other cities also claim they started the holiday.

On May 5, 1868, Civil War veteran John Logan, the head of a powerful political organization, announced that May 30 would be Decoration Day. A ceremony was held at Arlington National Cemetery, and 5,000 people put flowers on the graves of more than 20,000 Union and Confederate soldiers. Many other cities also held celebrations that day. Even Waterloo changed the date of its celebration to May 30.

By the late 1800s, towns all across the United States celebrated Decoration Day. After World War I, people used this day to honor everyone who had died in any American war. In 1967, the name was officially changed from Decoration Day to Memorial Day.

Memorial Day Traditions

On Memorial Day many cities hold parades, and veterans march to cemeteries. Speeches, special services, prayers, and decorating graves with flags or flowers are also part of the day. At Arlington National Cemetery, each grave is decorated with a flag. All weekend long, soldiers patrol to be sure that these flags remain standing. The president or vice president of the United States gives a speech and places a wreath on the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
At army bases around the country, soldiers fire their rifles in a salute. Buglers play the song, "Taps." At sea, sailors throw flowers into the ocean to remember those who died.
For many people, Memorial Day is the beginning of summer activities. Most businesses close for the long holiday weekend. Friends and family gather for cookouts or picnics. Some people visit cemeteries or remember loved ones who have died.

Confederate Memorial Day

Because Memorial Day began as a Northern holiday, some Southern states have their own days to honor Confederate soldiers who died. Confederate Memorial Day is celebrated on June 3 in Louisiana and Tennessee, on May 10 in North Carolina and South Carolina, on the last Monday in May in Virginia, and during April in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, and Mississippi. January 19 is Confederate Heroes Day in Texas.

Source Citation: "Memorial Day." Kids InfoBits Presents: Holidays of the World. Thomson Gale, 2007. Reproduced in Kids InfoBits. Detroit: Gale, 2008. http://galenet.galegroup.com/servlet/KidsInfoBits

Teddy Bear Storytime

2008-05-22T17:10:00.011-04:00

What a great day we had at the Teddy Bear Storytime!! Thank you so much for coming out. Here are the books we read today, along with the songs, rhymes, and pictures from the event! And don't forget to leave me a comment! I love hearing from those that came!

Books:
Beady Bear by Don Freeman
Mr. Bear's Picnic by Debi Gliori
The Bear Came Over to My House by Rick Walton

Songs:

Bears (Sung to Mary Had A Little Lamb)

Grizzly bears are big and brown,
Big and brown, big and brown.
Grizzly bears are big and brown,
And live in the woods.

Polar bears are soft and white,
Soft and white, soft and white.
Polar bears are soft and white,
And live where it is cold.

Panda bears are black and white,
Black and white, black and white.
Panda bears are black and white,
And live in the jungle.

Teddy bears are just my size,
Just my size, just my size.
Teddy bears are just my size,
To cuddle with at night.

If You’re a Bear and You Know it (Sung to "If You're Happy and You Know It")

If you’re a panda bear and you know it, clap your paws.
If you’re a panda bear and you know it, clap your paws.
If you’re a panda bear and you know it, then your face will surely show it.
If you’re a panda bear and you know it, clap your paws.

If you’re a polar bear and you know it, show your teeth.
If you’re a polar bear and you know it, show your teeth.
If you’re a polar bear and you know it, then your face will surely show it.
If you’re a polar bear and you know it, show your teeth.

If you’re a grizzly bear and you know it, growl real loud.
If you’re a grizzly bear and you know it, growl real loud.
If you’re a grizzly bear and you know it, then your face will surely show it.
If you’re a grizzly bear and you know it, growl real loud.

Action-Rhymes:

Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear

Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear, wake up now.
Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear, take a bow.
Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear, dance on your toes.
Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear, touch your nose.
Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear, turn around.
Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear, touch the ground.
Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear, touch your shoe.
Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear, I love you.
Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear, reach up high.
Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear, wink one eye.
Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear, slap your knees.
Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear, sit down please.

Loudoun Youth Initiative looking for governors

2008-05-22T14:09:00.000-04:00

Attention Teens: community service opportunity available from the Loudoun Youth Initiative. See their website for more details: http://loudounteens.org/

The Youth Advisory Council (YAC) is a unique organization which provides opportunities for Loudoun County youth to excel. The YAC is a special program within the Loudoun Youth Initiative. As a member of the Board of Governors you would be in a position to advocate on behalf of all Loudoun County teens to elected officials and other community leaders, and would be responsible for representing the efforts and events of the YAC to your respective school community. This is accomplished while working with your peers, community members, and local government to create solutions to some of the most important issues facing teens in Loudoun County.

Beyond advocating for all Loudoun teens, the Board of Governors also provides social and developmental opportunities. The Board of Governors plans special events, organizes and participates in community service projects, and provides leadership development workshops for Loudoun teens. Members of the Board of Governors are expected to attend all monthly meetings from September through May. Additionally, Governors are expected to participate to the best of their ability in the community service, special events, and leadership development opportunities.

Click here to learn more about the Youth Advisory Council and to fill out their application.

This week at the library...

2008-05-19T09:00:00.002-04:00

Monday, 5/19

10:30 a.m. Toddler Storytime, Ages 2-3. No sign-up required.
1:30 p.m. Preschool Storytime, Ages 4-5. No sign-up required.

Wednesday, 5/21

10:30 a.m. Born to Read Storytime, Ages 0-24 mos. No sign-up required.
1:30 p.m. Babygarten, Ages 0-18 mos. Sign-up required. Spots still available. 4 weeks left.

Thursday, 5/22

3:30 p.m. Teddy Bear Storytime & Craft, Ages 2-6. Sign-up required. No spots available. Waiting list is an option.

Saturday, 5/24

2 p.m. Free Movie!! Cars, by Disney. All Ages. No sign-up required. Bring pillows and popcorn!!
Sign-up begins for the June 7th Orientation for Teen Summer Volunteers. This is required for all volunteers because the registration process has changed. Click here to register for this session, then go to the LCPL Teen Scene website to fill out the Summer Volunteer Application.

So many new books!!

2008-05-14T12:15:00.003-04:00

There are so many new books this week at the library! Come in and check them out!

Picture Books

Big Plans by Bob Shea
You'll Be Sorry by Josh Schneider
The Vowel Family: A Tale of Lost Lettters by Sally M. Walker
T. Rex and the Mother's Day Hug by Lois G. Grambling
Presidents' Day by Anne Rockwell
On a Pirate Ship by Sarah Courtauld and Benji Davies
Valentine Surprise by Corinne Demas
I'm Bad! by Kate & Jim McMullan

Non-Fiction Picture Books

Sisters & Brothers: Sibling relationships in the animal world by Steve Jenkins & Robin Page
The Wolves are Back by Jean Craighead George
Baby Mountain Sheep by Aubrey Lang

Easy Reader Books

The Great Fairy Race by Tennant Redbank (Disney)
The Fairy Berry Bake-Off by Daisy Alberto (Disney)
Amelia Bedelia and the Cat by Herman Parish

Juvenile Books

Gold in the Hills: A Tale of the Klondike Gold Rush by Candice Ransom (Time Spies)
Amelia's Itchy-Twitch, Lovey-Dovey Summer at Camp Mosquito by Marissa Moss
Martin Bridge in High Gear! by Jessica Scott Kerrin
Rex Zero, King of Nothing by Tim Wynne-Jones
Bird Lake Moon by Kevin Henkes

Juvenile Non-Fiction

Earthquakes: Witness to Disaster by Judy & Dennis Fradin
Super Simple Paper Airplanes by Nick Robinson
Armor by Catriona Clarke
Planet Earth by Leonie Pratt
Cowboys by Catriona Clarke
Bugs by Lucy Bowman
Countries of the World - South Africa by Virginia Mace
Countries of the World - Vietnam by Jen Green

This week at the library...

2008-05-13T12:00:00.000-04:00

The busy season is upon us here at the library, and we are offering you many programs that we know you'll love:

Stitch n' Chat - Tuesday @ 7 p.m.Come down to the library with your stitching for a night of gabbing with ladies in the community. All types of stitching is welcome!! Click on the link to register. For Teens and Adults.

Babygarten - Wednesday @ 1:30 p.m. We still have space for a couple of smiling babies! This six-week program is a great way to expose you baby to literacy. Click on the link to register. Only five sessions left! For babies 0 - 18 mos.

Barbara Curtis, Author - Thursday @ 10 a.m. Come and meet local author Barbara Curtis and discuss her book Mommy, Teach Me, and Mommy, Teach Me to Read. Click on the link to register.

Who's Sleeping in the Squash? - Saturday @ 1 p.m. Learn everything about bees! No registration required. For all ages.

Simple Gifts - Saturday @ 3 p.m. Come down to the library, bring your spoons, and enjoy some folk music! No registration required. For all ages.

Insects Storytime

2008-05-12T16:27:00.002-04:00

Books:

The Very Quiet Cricket by Eric Carle
The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle
Little Miss Spider at Sunny Patch School by David Kirk
Happy Bees by Arthur Yorinks
The Very Clumsy Click Beetle by Eric Carle
Miss Spider's Tea Party by David Kirk
Arabella Miller's Tiny Caterpillar by Clare Jarrett

Songs & Action Rhymes:

Butterfly (To the Tune of: Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star)

(Hook thumbs together and flutter hands and fingers)
Flutter, flutter butterfly
Floating in the springtime sky
Floating by for all to see
Floating by so merrily
Flutter, flutter, butterfly
Floating in the springtime sky!

Tiny Caterpillar (To the tune of "She'll be coming 'round the mountain")

There’s a tiny caterpillar on a leaf,
Wiggle, wiggle.
There’s a tiny caterpillar on a leaf,
Wiggle, wiggle.
There’s a tiny caterpillar, tinny caterpillar,
There’s a tiny caterpillar on a leaf,
Wiggle, wiggle.

He will eat the leaves around him ‘til he’s full,
Munch, munch.
A cocoon is what he’s spinning for his home,
Spin, spin.
Then he’ll be a butterfly and fly away,
Flap, flap.

Little Arabella Miller

Little Arabella Miller
Found a woolly caterpillar
First it crawled upon her mother
Then upon her baby brother;
All said, "Arabella Miller
Take away that caterpillar."

Teen Volunteer Orientation

2008-04-30T17:00:00.003-04:00

Hey Teens!

Don't miss the teen summer reading program volunteer orientation!

Would you like to volunteer at the library during the Summer Reading Program? Come to an orientation to get started! Please register for one session only. Training is required for all volunteers, so you can't volunteer without attending. Registration for Lovettsville begins May 24th for the session on Saturday, June 7, 2008 @ 2 p.m., and registration begins on May 29th for the session on Thursday, June 12, 2008 @ 7 p.m. If you are closer to another library in Loudoun County, click HERE to see when the other orientations are happening. Must attend the orientation at the branch for which you want to volunteer. So spread the word to your friends and stop by. For ages 12-18.

After the meeting, if you want to share any ideas on what kinds of programs and activities at the library, your opinion would be greatly appreciated! We really want to make this a fun place to hang out. Refreshments will be provided.

Hope to see you there!!

Don't miss out on Babygarten (TM)!!

2008-04-30T15:19:00.001-04:00

Do you have a baby that is between the ages of 0 to 18 months? Are you available on Wednesday afternoons at 1:30 p.m. for an hour? Would you like to give your child a head start in literacy? Then Babygarten (TM) is for you!

Join us at the library for a new session, starting May 7th, 2008, lasting 6 weeks. It is a fun, exciting and informational program for infants and their parents/caregivers. Click here to register. Space is limited so sign-up soon! Hope to see you there!

Check out the new Read-Along Books!

2008-04-29T14:18:00.007-04:00

There is a new section within the picture book area, just for books that have a CD to read-along with. Everyday we are getting more of these titles, so you should come in and look at all of the classics and new stories that you'll be able to hear and follow!

Here is what came in today:

Minnie and Moo Go to the Moon by Denys Cazet
Minnie and Moo and the Musk of Zorro by Denys Cazet
A Picture Book of Benjamin Franklin by David A. Adler
Sheila Rae, the Brave by Kevin Henkes
Saving Sweetness by Diane Stanley and G. Brian Karas
The Runaway Bunny by Margaret Wise Brown
Round Trip by Ann Jonas
The Pumpkin Book by Gail Gibbons
The Treasure by Uri Shulevitz
The Journey by Sarah Stewart

Teen Photo Contest Winners

2008-04-26T10:00:00.000-04:00

The winners have been announced for the LCPL Teen Photo Contest. Check out the LCPL website to see all of the entries.

1st Place - Row 3 Photo 3 of Jumping Girls
2nd Place - Row 9 Photo 3 of Girls in Pile
3rd Place - Row 2 Photo 4 of Teens Leaning Together

Congratulations!!

National Poetry Month

2008-04-24T14:35:00.010-04:00

There are a couple of new books that have come in that I wanted to share with you.

Pizza, Pigs, and Poetry: How to Write a Poem by Jack Prelutsky
My Dog May Be a Genius by Jack Prelutsky
Don't Bump the Glump! and other fantasies by Shel Silverstein

April is National Poetry Month, and there are so many ways that you can bring poetry into your child's life everyday. Here are some resources that may be of interest:

Books:

A Child's Introduction to Poetry by Michael Driscoll
Kindergarten Kids: Riddles, Rebuses, Wiggles, Giggles, and More! by Stephanie Calmenson
Haiku Activities: Asian Arts and Crafts for Creative Kids by Patricia Donegan
Miles of Smiles: Kids Pick the Funniest Poems: Book Three by Stephen Carpenter

Websites:

Giggle Poetry
Poets.org
Scholastic
Teen Ink

Earth Day Storytime

2008-04-22T16:29:00.003-04:00

Today is Earth Day and to celebrate, we held a storytime at the library where we learned about the Earth, heard the Earth's song, made promises to help by recycling, reusing, and reducing, and made litter bugs out of recycled materials. There are many books at the library that can help show you how you can help the Earth and even a Recycle Kit that you can check out. To see more photos from our Earth Day Storytime, click here to go to Flickr.

Earth and Nature stories

Our Tree Named Steve by Alan Zweibel

A Tree is Nice by Janice May Udry

Our Earth by Anne Rockwell

It's Earth Day! by Mercer Mayer

Franklin Plants a Tree by Paulette Bourgeois

The Dumpster Diver by Janet S. Wong

Earth Day Crafts and Non-Fiction Books and DVDs

All New Crafts for Earth Day by Kathy Ross

What Happens at a Recycling Center? by Kathleen Pohl

It's a Big, Big World. The Earth Needs You (DVD)

Why Are the Ice Caps Melting? The Dangers of Global Warming by Anne Rockwell

A Sustainable Future: Saving & Recycling Resources by Louise Spilsbury

Something Old, Something New: Recycling by Anita Ganeri

It's Time to Recycle! [Kit] prepared by the Loudoun County Office of Solid Waste Mgt.

Music

Earth Songs / music and stories by Susan Reed

Earth's Morning Song by Gordon Hempton

Websites

Ecologue - For Earth Day Ideas

The Nature Conservancy - Celebrate Earth Day 2008

The Wilderness Society
Kaboose - Earth Day crafts and activities for kids

Circus Storytime

2008-04-14T15:43:00.003-04:00

Preschool Storytime

Chicken Chuck by Bill Martin Jr.
Dad Runs Away with the Circus by Etgar Keret
You See a Circus. I see... by Mike Downs
Deep in the Jungle by Dan Yaccarino

Other Circus books

The Circus Surprise by Ralph Fletcher
Patrick at the Circus by Geoffrey Hayes
Dimity Dumpty: the Story of Humpty’s Little Sister by Bob Graham
Moses Goes to the Circus by Isaac Millman
Emeline at the Circus by Marjorie Priceman
Dumbo by Mathew Price
Spot Goes to the Circus by Eric Hill

Action Rhymes

Silly Clowns

Five silly clowns, jumping all around,
Jump so high, then touch the ground.
One silly clown said, "I can't stay,"
So he turned around and hopped away.
Repeat with four, three, two, one.

Stand Up Tall

(Repeat action rhyme several times, increasing speed each time)

Stand up tall, hands in the air (All stand and raise hands in the air)
Now sit down in your chair (Sit down)
Clap you hands (Clap three times)
Make a frown (Frown)
Smile and smile (Smile)
And flop like a clown! (Wiggle and shake body and arms)

Songs

We Are Clowns Today (tune - The Farmer in the Dell)

We are clowns today,
We are clowns today
Heigh - ho the derry - oh,
We are clowns today.

Additional Verses:
We do tricks today....
We make faces today....
We fall down today....

Did You Ever See A Clown Sung to: "Did You Ever See A Lassie?"

Did you ever see a clown,
A clown, a clown?
Did you ever see a clown
Move this way and that?
Did you ever see a clown
Move this way and that?
Move this way and that way,
Move this way and that way.
Did you ever see a clown
Move this way and that?
(Have child form circle. One child in middle should perform actions. Take turns.)

Let's All Go to the Circus Today Sung to: "Mary Had A Little Lamb"

Let's all go to the circus today,
The circus today, the circus today,
Let's all go to the circus today
And watch the animals play.

Other Verses:
See the lions jump through the hoops...
At the circus today
See the big seals spinning balls...
At the circus today
See the little dogs jump and twirl...
At the circus today