So much cool stuff at Crozet Library. The sheer volume of cool and interesting things the Library offers is astonishing.
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We have some great programs lined up for you this April – tomorrow come stretch out with Essentrics at 10am. Don’t forget that you can now register for programs online or register over the phone (+14348234050 )! Next Monday, we’ll have Richard Leahy discussing his book Beyond Jefferson’s Vines, so come learn about Virginia wine-making while you snack on a cheese spread and sparkling drinks.
Age Reversing Essentrics: Stretch & Tone
Friday, April 6 at 10-11am
A slow and gentle, full-body stretch and strengthening workout that focuses on increasing mobility, flexibility and relieving chronic aches, pains and joint stiffness. Reawaken the power of your 650 muscles while slowly building strength in your body. Bring your exercise mat and join us for this fun workout. Required registration begins March 23. Register online at jmrl.org/adults
Crozet Soiree: Virginia Wine Today
Monday, April 9 at 6:30pm
Richard Leahy, wine consultant and acclaimed author of Beyond Jefferson’s Vines, the definitive history of Virginia wines, will offer a fascinating presentation focusing on the wine region around Charlottesville. Books available to purchase from Over the Moon Bookstore, and an obligatory cheese spread and sparkling cider and grape juice will be available for munching on (sorry, no partaking of wine will be at this event – library rules, you know).
Live Poets, Too
Second Mondays at 7pm
April 9, May 14
Bring several poems to share, either of your own authorship or another’s, then sit back and enjoy listening to the language of the poet. Optional writing prompts provided upon group interest. Ages 18+.
A Night at the Movies
Monthly on Mondays at 6:30pm*
Join the Crozet Library for a night at the movies with theater-style popcorn and drinks. Refer to ratings for age restrictions.
April 23: The Zookeeper’s Wife [PG-13] (2017)
May 21: The Circle [PG-13] (2017)
Stitches Handcraft Group
Last Tuesdays at 4:30pm
Apr 24, May 29
Bring any handwork project you’re working on or are interested in learning, and join this fun group for an hour of handcrafting and sharing. Ages 8 to adult.
April’s activities around the branch:
If you’re hanging out around the library and looking for something fun to do – take a look at one of our many displays –
April is National Poetry Month! We have a lovely poetry display with our Haiku Poetry Make and Take activity for the month, and lots of great poetry books and audiobooks for the taking!
Check out this 2012 video about Poem in Your Pocket Day with former branch manager Wendy Saz, who started this awesome tradition at JMRL:
Show some love for National Library Week (April 8-14)
- Use this cool online calculator that estimates how much the library saves you by using its materials!
- Visit the Crozet Library and check out our display
- Post to social media what your library means to you with #NationalLibraryWeek and #LibrariesTransform
Become money-wise with Money Smart Week (April 21-28)
- Visit the Crozet Library and check out our display filled with awesome books to help get money-wise
- Check out this free non-profit website with courses about becoming money-wise
- Still rushing to get your taxes done? We have a table with tax information up, and we can print for you at 10 cents per page (black and white), or order them for your from the IRS. Ask at the circulation desk. Please note that we cannot give you tax advice, so come knowing what tax forms you will need!
Looking forward into May…
Monday Night Book Group
Monthly on Mondays at 7pm
Join this informal group for relaxed and stimulating book discussions. Newcomers always welcome.
May 7: Hillbilly Elegy by J.D. Vance
Finding Your Roots: Genealogy Workshop (RESCHEDULED FROM MARCH!)
Wednesday, May 9th at 6:30pm
Explore your family history with this workshop led by genealogy professional Dr. Shelley Murphy. This class will provide you with resources and guidelines to aid your research. Requested registration begins April 21. Register online at jmrl.org/adults
Survival Skills Workshop
Saturday, May 12 at 2-4pm
Location at Mint Springs Park
Learn everything that you’d need to survive in an emergency situation, including how to find shelter, build a fire, find food and water, and put together a survival pack to keep on hand. Then try your hand at starting a friction fire. Class by Master Naturalist Steve Pullinger. Meet at the shelter at Mint Springs Park. Ages 10+. Required registration begins April 27. Register online at jmrl.org/adults
Free Hearing Screenings
Monday, May 14 at 4-6pm
Hearing loss is the third most common physical condition in America after arthritis and heart disease, yet many Americans still go undiagnosed. Stop into the library for a 10-15 minute free hearing screening and learn how to prevent further hearing loss. Hearing screenings are provided by Hearing Health Associates. Register for a 15-minute block starting April 30. To register, call the Crozet Library at 823.4050.
Live Poets, Too
Second Mondays at 7pm
May 14
Bring several poems to share, either of your own authorship or another’s, then sit back and enjoy listening to the language of the poet. Optional writing prompts provided upon group interest. Ages 18+.
A Night at the Movies
Monthly on Mondays at 6:30pm
Join the Crozet Library for a night at the movies with theater-style popcorn and drinks. Refer to ratings for age restrictions.
May 21: The Circle [PG-13] (2017)
Make & Take Projects
Enjoy crafts but short on time? Stop by the Crozet Library each month for quick and easy projects to do at your own pace, or take them to go. Materials are provided.
May: Tissue paper flowers
