• Special Event
  • Summer Reading Scoop!, May 20, 2:00- 6:00pm
    Get the “scoop” on Summer Reading at our Summer Reading kick-off. All Ages can read, attend activities and win prizes all Summer with our Summer Reading Program. Stop by the library on May 20^th for a scoop of ice cream while you sign up for Summer Reading!
• Current programs and events
  • April Fool’s Day Scavenger Hunt- April 1, All Day
    Can you find all of the April Fool’s Jokes scattered in the library? If you find them all, you can win a prize!
  • Community Career Day, April 3, 11:00am- 1:00pm
    Come to the library to meet local community members and learn about their career. Meet people like a small business owner, firefighter, environmental educator, and even a therapy dog! Afterwards, take a break with a coloring station & snack.
  • Button Bouquet, April 3, 6:00pm
    Join us to create a cute bouquet of buttons!
  • Gardening 101 for Kids, April 8, 4:00pm
    Join us for a class designed to introduce children into the world of gardening and plant your own seeds!
  • Decorate Bird Houses, April 10, 4:30pm
    All ages under 18 can paint & decorate a bird house!
  • Paper Squishy Easter Eggs, April 15, 4:00pm
    A paper squishy is a handmade squishy toy made from paper! Join us as we create Paper Squishy Easter Eggs.
  • Cup Decorating, April 17, 4:30pm
    Ages 12+ can join us as we use UV DTF transfers to decorate drinking cups. All materials are provided.
  • Clay Bunny, April 24, 4:00pm
    Mr. Daniel will be leading a clay class where participants can make a bunny figurine from clay.
  • Snack Club, May 8, 4:30 pm
    Ages 11-17. Join the Snack Club to create and try a new snack month! May’s Snack: Charcuterie Cups
  • Flower Arrangements, May 15, 4:30pm
    Ages 11-17 can join us to make floral arrangements with fresh flowers! Registration is required. Please call (434) 685- 1285

Please register for program in case of a cancellation @ 434-685-1285

• Outreach
  • Contact Alyssa, the Brosville Youth Services Specialist, at (434)685-1285 to request an outreach visit to your school.
• Teen Volunteers general info and application
  • We often have opportunities available to volunteer with our library. If you are interested, our application form links can be found below.
    • Young Adult Volunteer Application & Guidelines

• Special Events
  • Rescheduled for May6th:Earth Day - Tuesday, April 22, 2025, 2:00 pm-5:00 pm
    Earth Day is the perfect time to celebrate Spring and go outside as a community for a Clean Up Day. Many hands make light work, and you’ll see results quickly when everyone pitches in. Bring rakes, shovels, and other yard work tools to help tidy up around the library in anticipation of the final push to get our new tiered outdoor area ready for the warmer months.
  • Tiny Art Show – Monday, April 7^th-Saturday, April 12th
    Create your own tiny masterpiece for our Tiny Art Show! This free program is open to all ages and skill levels; drop in anytime from April 1^st-4^th to pick up a tiny canvas to create a tiny artwork to exhibit during the Tiny Art Show or join us for a Tiny Art Session to create your masterpiece at the library. Tiny Art Sessions will be held on Tuesday, April 1^st at 4:00 pm and Thursday, April 3^rd at 11:00 am. The theme is Drawn to the Library. All Art must be turned into the Chatham Library by Saturday, April 5^th.The Tiny Art Show will be exhibited at the library during the National Library Week, April 7^th-12^th. Public will vote on “Best in Show”!

    The library reserves the right to exclude any works.

• Current programs and events
  • Book Bingo – Saturday, April 5th, 11:00 am
    Patrons of all ages are welcome to join us for a morning of Bingo. Win a game, pick a book as your prize!
  • Card Making with Mayra – Saturday, April 5^th, 1:00 pm
    Join Mayra Cordero to learn to craft beautiful handmade cards. $5 charge per card for provided supplies. This program is best suited for adults & teens.
  • Novelty Yarns – 2^nd and 4^th Wednesdays, 2:00-4:00.
    April Focus: Embroidery Come to the Chatham Library yarn club to meet like-minded craft enthusiasts! Bring your projects, exchange tips, and enjoy the camaraderie of fellow yarn lovers.
  • Friday Paws – Friday, April 11^th & 25^th, 3:00-4:30 pm
    On the second and fourth Friday each month, children are invited to practice their reading skills by sharing a book with a furry friend. Reading to therapy dogs can help improve kids' confidence in their reading abilities as well as help with emotional and social skills. Drop-in between 3:00 to 4:30 pm to give your child an opportunity to practice their reading skills one-on-one with a trained therapy dog.
  • Take and Make Cricut Craft – Monday, April 14, all day While supplies last, take home a Cricut craft kit! Craft kits are for teens and adults. Limit 2 per person. Everything is provided except the glue and optional extras. Instructions for the video are included in the kit.
  • Book Bingo – Saturday, May 3rd, 11:00 am
    Patrons of all ages are welcome to join us for a morning of Bingo. Win a game, pick a book as your prize!
  • Line Dancing – May 5th, 15th, 19th, & 29th, 9:00 am
    New to Line Dance? Come learn the basics with easy, step-by-step instruction! You'll dance to a wide mix of music—from Old Standards and Country to Latin, Rock-n-Roll, Hip Hop, and today’s top hits. Along the way, you'll get familiar with the unique vocabulary and signature moves of Line Dance, all while boosting your balance, footwork, cardio health, and stamina.
  • Mother’s Day Movie Trivia Bingo – Tuesday, May 6th, 6:00 pm
    Join Chatham Library for a special Mother's Day Trivia Night featuring some of the most iconic and beloved movie and TV moms!
  • Take and Make Cricut Craft – Monday, May 19th, all day
    While supplies last, take home a Cricut craft kit! Craft kits are for teens and adults. Limit 2 per person.
• Outreach
  • Contact Allison, the Chatham Youth Services Specialist, at 434-432-3271 to request an outreach visit to your daycare or school
• Teen Volunteers general info and application
  • We often have opportunities available to volunteer with our library. If you are interested, our application form links can be found below.
    • Young Adult Volunteer Application & Guidelines

• Current programs and events
  • Reading Paws - Fridays, April 4 and 18 and May 2 and 16 at 3:00 – 4:30 pm
    Reading Paws is an interactive reading program designed for children and teens. Children practice basic reading aloud skills by pairing up with a specially trained volunteer dog. Books are provided or children can bring their favorite story along for fun and learning!
  • Teen Mayhem - Tuesday, April 8 and May 13 at 3:00 – 4:30 pm
    Do you enjoy drawing, sketching, writing, and creating original content? Join this teen creative hangout where teens come together to brainstorm and create original works, ask creative questions and work on personal art projects. Come and go as you like and bring your imagination.
  • Bingo for Books - Tuesday, April 22 and May 20 at 4:30 pm
    Patrons of all ages are welcome to join us for an afternoon of Bingo. Win a game, pick a book as your prize!
  • Teen Zone - Thursday, April 24 and May 15 at 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm
    Teen Zone is a program is for those in grades 6-12 and features a variety of activities. Get creative and express yourself by exploring, designing, and experimentation with crafts and S.T.E.A.M. activities.
• Outreach
  • Contact Cammie, the Gretna Youth Services Specialist, at (434)290-3223 to request an outreach visit to your school.
• Teen Volunteers general info and application
  • We often have opportunities available to volunteer with our library. If you are interested, our application form links can be found below.
    • Young Adult Volunteer Application & Guidelines

• Current programs and events
  • Scribble Art, Tuesday, Apr. 1, 2 PM
    Learn a cool art technique, scribble art!
  • Salt Painting, Thursday, Apr. 3, 2 PM
    Create textured, colorful artwork.
  • Knots & Needles, Monday, Apr 7, 4:30 PM, Ages 14+
    Do you crochet, knit, cross-stitch or embroider? Come hang out to work on your crafts, discuss projects and learn new skills! Meets once monthly.
  • Book BINGO, Wednesday, Apr 8, 4 PM
    It’s time to play B-I-N-G-O at Mt. Hermon Library, and the prizes are our very favorite thing – books! We have books of every age and genre to give away. 
  • Bring Your Own Book Club, Monday, Apr. 14, 4 PM, Ages 16 to Adult
    A program for book lovers: we’ll talk about what we’ve been reading lately and then swap books. Bring any book you love but are willing to part with and leave with a new one! Beverages will be provided.
  • Garden Planting, Monday, Apr. 14, 5 PM
    Help us start our garden! We will be planting early-season flowers and vegetables in our new outdoor gardening beds. Come dressed for mess.
  • World Art Day Drop-In, Tuesday, Apr. 15, 9 AM – 8 PM
    Make like da Vinci and create artwork at the library any time during business hours. Materials will be provided.
  • Cottagecore Craft Hour, Tuesday, Apr. 18, 4 PM, Recommended Ages 13 to Adult
    Meets monthly to make a cozy, nature-themed craft. Registration required.
• Outreach
  • Contact Sharon, the Mt. Hermon Youth Services Specialist, at (434)835-0326 to request an outreach visit to your school.
• Teen Volunteers general info and application
  • We often have opportunities available to volunteer with our library. If you are interested, our application form links can be found below.
    • Young Adult Volunteer Application & Guidelines