Active Aging Week
In 2003, the International Council on Active Aging initiated the first Active Aging Week. Typically held in early October, the week-long campaign encourages the concept of positive aging. In observation of Active Aging Week, the Library will be host…
Summer Reading 2024
2024 Summer Reading read books • do activities • earn prizes Thank you for participating! That’s a wrap on our 2024 Summer Reading Challenge! Thank you to everyone who read and learned with us. Summer Reading will return next year. Summer Reading is…
Summer Reading 2025 Final Week
2025 Summer Reading June 1–August 1 Congratulations, prize drawing winners! Thanks for reading with us this summer! That’s the end of our 2025 Summer Reading Challenge. Be sure to check out our wrap-up post with Grand Prize and Branch Prize drawing…
Summer Reading Tails: Pets
Pets, Pets, Pets!!! In celebration of our Summer Reading Program, “Tails and Tales,” we have some wonderful books about amazing pets for you to check out. In these fun tales you can learn how Arthur adopts an adorable pet puppy, Norman the goldfish…
Live Music for the Holidays!
Set the mood for the holidays with some great music. We will have live performances by several local favorites! Henrico Pops Chorus Sandston Library Monday, December 3, 7:00 pm Libbie Mill Library Saturday, December 8, 3:00 pm Enjoy the holiday seas…
All Henrico Reads
All Henrico Reads Thank you for joining us in 2026! Subscribe to our monthy newsletter for the latest information about upcoming Henrico Library events. We are pleased to welcome our featured author for 2026 Walter Mosley New York Times bestselling…
Spotlight on Staff: Lights, Camera... Library Staff?
As we continue to highlight our staff as living resources, we thought we’d shine the spotlight on the performers in our midst. While librarians are stereotyped as being quiet and introverted, it turns out that many of us are far from shy! Read on to…
Novels in Verse: Teen Reads
A novel in verse can be free-form, a specific style of poetry, or have poetic structures and devices embedded within. Because of the format, novels in verse can often feel more approachable than traditional prose, using emotion and form to further a…
2023 Staff Picks for Kids
Whether they’re just learning to read or diving into to chapter books and novels, this year’s Staff Picks list includes titles for all of your little ones, from infants to tweens! Be sure to also check out our Staff Picks lists for Adults and Teens…
Botanical Musings
Many of us are familiar with Robert Frost as a poet who uses nature as the setting and focus of much of his writing. His poem “A Late Walk” is rich with images of autumn. Frost describes the seasonal transformation of the landscape in the mown field…
Printing at the Library
Printing at the Library Black-and-white prints and copies cost 10¢ per printed side. Color prints and copies cost 50¢ per printed side. You can print your documents at the library from one of our public computers, or from your own device. There are…
2025 Summer Reading Wrap-Up
Our 2025 Summer Reading Challenge has come to a close, and we want to thank you for a summer full of creativity, connection, and reading. You colored our summer by participating in art-related programs and collaborative library displays, and beat th…
Resources for a Healthy New Year
With the start of another New Year comes the tradition of making a New Year’s resolution. This practice has existed in various forms and cultures throughout time, and it even has origins that can be traced back to the Ancient Babylonians. Most resol…
Youth Art Month
Tap into your creative side! March is Youth Art and National Craft Month. In addition to events this March, the library offers art-centered programs all year-round to help foster creativity and self-expression in children and young adults. Whether i…
Social Emotional Learning at the Library
Storytimes have always been vehicles for fostering early literacy skills, and they can help with your child(ren)’s social emotional development too. Many parents and caregivers seek to instill a love of reading to give their little ones a boost with…
Black History Month Events at the Library
During Black History Month, we recognize the enormous cultural contributions and civil rights achievements of African Americans. We are offering a wide array of events for adults, children, and teens including a presentation by the Petersburg Chapte…
November is Family Stories Month
November is Family Stories Month, a time to gather with family and friends and connect through the power of storytelling. Whether they’re heartbreaking, hilarious, terrifying, or triumphant, stories can unite us and help us understand one another. T…
Back to Nature: Books for Kids
In stressful times, children as well as adults can benefit from interacting with nature. According to a study by the University of Exeter’s European Centre for Environment & Human Health, spending a minimum of 2 hours per week in nature reduces stre…
Thank You for Attending All Henrico Reads with Walter Mosley
From book discussions and murder mystery nights, to local true crime and Gray Dawn-inspired mocktails, our All Henrico Reads fun culminated in an inspiring evening with award-winning writer Walter Mosley. A big thank you to everyone who attended las…
Gardening for Well-Being
Spring is here, which for many people means gardening! Gardening offers benefits not only for people and communities but for the earth, animals, and insects, too. Gardening can mean much more than just reaping a harvest; it can provide health and we…
Spotlight on Staff: Lifelong Learning at the Library
Multilingual interpreter. Lionfish hunter. Master Naturalist. Believe it or not, these aren't the professions of characters from recent bestsellers - they're areas of expertise belonging to some of our incredible staff here at HCPL. In addition to l…
The Stories Behind the Music: Biographies and Memoirs
We are halfway through the summer and our Summer Reading Club. Hopefully you have enjoyed some excellent books so far! One way to explore music is to read about the people creating it. Here are some of our favorite biographies that show just how fas…
Summer Reading 2023
2023 Summer Reading read books • do activities • earn prizes June 15 – August 15 • 2023 Thank you for reading with us! Summer reading will return next year. Summer Reading is sponsored by the Friends of Henrico County Public Library.
Tax Resources
Tax Resources Tax Preparation Assistance VITA Tax Assistance Program (formerly MetroCASH) Locations Fairfield Area Library 1401 N. Laburnum Avenue Henrico, VA 23223 February 21 – March 28 By appointment only. Saturdays: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Appointment…
Classic Reads for the End of Summer
What makes a book a “classic?” Does it have to be published before, say, 1900? Or maybe it has to be recognized as a “classic,” part of the canon of great literature? Perhaps some feel “classics” must be at least 500 pages, hard to summarize, and bo…
2019 Staff Picks for Kids
It is once again time for us to share our favorite books of the year. We are starting with our favorite books for kids (and those young at heart!). Be sure to keep an eye out for our favorites for teens and adults later this week. There were so many…
Explore the Past: Historical Fiction for Kids
Ever wonder what it was like to live in a part of history? Historical fiction gives you a glimpse into the past. Well-written plots and richly drawn characters allow you to experience the trials and triumphs of great historical figures. These storie…
Older Americans Month
May is Older Americans Month. Since 1963, the Administration for Community Living (ACL) has led a national campaign to honor the contributions of older adults to their communities. To commemorate, we are highlighting some of the many HCPL programs a…
World War II Books for Teens
This year marks the 75th commemoration of the end of World War II, an event that has produced countless stories of bravery, tragedy, and triumph. These World War II books are not just for history buffs. They are stories that help us connect to the p…
2023 Staff Picks
It’s that time of year again! We’re reflecting on our favorite reads from 2023, and are eager to share our picks with you. We hope you’ll find new titles to add to your nightstand or to wrap up as a gift this holiday season. Be sure to also check ou…
Adventure Begins with a Set of Dice: Dungeons & Dragons at the Library
One of the many adventures you can enjoy this summer (and all year) is the game of Dungeons & Dragons. In this collaborative tabletop roleplaying game for all ages, players work together as different characters to defeat monsters, solve puzzles, and…
Black History Month 2026
Commemorate Black History Month at the library and learn about the impact of Black Richmonders on the history and culture of our region, create art inspired by influential Black artists, listen to African folktales, and more. Read on for our full li…
Talking about Race with Children
A great deal of research has been done concerning how young children become aware of race. It all points to a very clear fact: kids pick up on racial differences during the very first years of life. Our librarians have pulled together a list of book…
Read with Your Eyes Closed
Expand your imagination with an audiobook! Audiobooks allow us to enjoy fabulous narrators and concentrate on the spoken word alone. Best of all, they enable us to bond and listen to stories together! Listening encourages readers to dive into challe…
Black History Month 2024
The library will host a full line-up of programs for Black History Month. Whether you watch a performance, attend a lecture, view a film, or participate in a book discussion, we hope you will visit the library over the coming weeks to learn with us…
2018 Interactive Teen Displays Achievement Award by NACo
Interactive Teen Displays Awarded by the National Association of Counties Teen programming in public libraries typically emphasizes group participation in scheduled events and provides opportunities for teens to socialize with their peers. As a resu…
Greeking Out: A Celebration of All Things Greece
The Winter Olympics are upon us, and we’re highlighting the country where it all began over two thousand years ago: Greece! Often referred to as “the cradle of Western civilization,” Greece is located in Southern Europe on the Balkan Peninsula and i…
2019 Sensory Storytime Awarded by National Association of Counties (NACo)
Sensory Storytime Awarded by the National Association of Counties Sensory Storytime is an early literacy program designed to be adaptive and inclusive to children of all abilities, with particular emphasis on serving children on the Autism spectrum…
Minecraft Club
Welcome to Minecraft Club Welcome to the Henrico County Public Library Minecraft Server! The server is not currently operating on an ongoing basis. Keep an eye on our calendar for upcoming Minecraft Club programs. Server Rules: No offensive language…
Mission & Values
Mission & Values Our Mission Mission Statement We promote reading and lifelong learning, connect people with the information they need, and enrich community life. Vision We believe public libraries are vital to the community. We strive to deliver ex…
Teens 2026
Teen Events Check out our full calendar of Teen events News Student Resources Homework Help & Resources Get online help with homework assignments: Tutor.com HelpNow Khan Academy Use our Research Databases to find trustworthy sources that can take yo…
Memory Care Resources
Caring for a family member or loved one with dementia can be an all-consuming and difficult task. In honor of National Alzheimer’s Awareness Month in November, we have put together a list of resources, books, and educational events that can help you…
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