Posted on: April 27, 2023
Are you searching for a novel that will transport you to a fantastical world? What about a world that embraces the possibility of romance? Check out these titles and escape to an adventurous, world filled with magic and romance.
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Posted on: April 24, 2023
Everyone has a story to tell.?Happy or sad, instructional or inspirational, fact or fiction- stories inform and enrich our personal life experience. As a librarian, I have read, heard and told scores of stories throughout my life.?I have experienced these...
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Posted on: April 18, 2023
Chesterfield County Public Library has launched a new art collection at Chester Library. This new collection will not only support programming by CCPL but also the programs offered by the Perkinson Center for the Arts and Education, located across from Ch...
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Posted on: April 12, 2023
This spring, the Friends of Chesterfield County Public Library are proud to offer several fun and engaging opportunities to support the Friends and CCPL.
First, there are several Friends sales coming up in April and May! At all sales, cash and ca...
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Posted on: April 10, 2023
Don’t miss out on Chesterfield County Public Library's book discussion groups and share your love of reading with other book lovers! Make new friends, discover new books, and have fun discussing literature in a welcoming environment.
Reading a book becomes...
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Posted on: April 7, 2023
The American Library Association annual Youth Media Awards were awarded in January. Check out these award-winning titles available at CCPL.
For a complete list of this year’s Youth Media Awards from the American Library Association, visit the web...
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Posted on: April 5, 2023
Frances Anne Goode was a beloved children's librarian and storyteller who inspired many in her years at Chesterfield County Public Library. Now, CCPL is commemorating her legacy with the Frances Anne Goode Collection.
Frances Anne Goode played an...
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Posted on: March 7, 2023
Do you love thrillers but want to mix it up a little? Check out these thrillers that have elements of science fiction or horror.
by Iain Reid
Junior and Henrietta are a married couple that are far-removed from society. They have been content to carry out...
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Posted on: February 27, 2023
Curious about the most popular books at CCPL? Here are some of the top titles that were checked out in 2022 for adults, teens, and children. A mix of perennial favorites and more recently published books made it to the top of the circulation charts in Che...
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Posted on: February 23, 2023
Learn more about the staff who work at Chesterfield County Public Library! At the heart of CCPL stands a dedicated team ready to guide, inspire and connect you with the world of knowledge. In this special "Meet the Staff" blog post (the first in...
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Posted on: February 10, 2023
In this edition of "What We're Reading," we dive into a mix of mystery, mythology, friendship, nature, and magic. From the latest installment in the Thursday Murder Club series to the humanization of the Greek gods and goddesses, the st...
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Posted on: February 8, 2023
Do you love to learn more about the world we live in? Or are you thinking about starting a new career or degree program? CCPL has the perfect collection for you! The Great Courses is an amazing collection of hundreds of courses on subjects like cooking, p...
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Posted on: February 6, 2023
Black History Month is off to an exciting start! DJ Chuck Stone and Break it Down RVA Line Dancing kept the crowd moving at Saturday’s BHM Kick Off event at VSU’s Gateway Dining and Event Center!
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Posted on: February 3, 2023
You probably know that you can donate books to Chesterfield County Public Library (CCPL). Do you know what happens to the items after you donate them? Or how your donations benefit CCPL?
Community members can donate books at any CCPL lo...
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Posted on: February 2, 2023
Filing legal forms can cost a lot of money, but Chesterfield County Public Library can help. CCPL offers legal forms for free through GALE LegalForms. Included are official, state specific, federal, business, personal, and real estate forms. Gal...
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Posted on: February 2, 2023
The latest edition of the Chesterfield County Public Library Program Guide is available to download!
February is here, and it’s the perfect time to dive into new activities, events, and programs offered by CCPL. Whether you're ...
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Posted on: January 31, 2023
Start your year on the right path. Whether you are working on organizing your space or your thoughts, CCPL can help. Check out these recent additions to the collection to set your intentions for a meaningful year.
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Posted on: January 30, 2023
When you visit Chesterfield County Public Library, it’s not unusual to find homeschooling parents, students and teachers. CCPL has become a place where many homeschooling families and teachers go to access the resources they need. Whether you&am...
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Posted on: January 19, 2023
Searching through endless new releases, CCPL selectors find plenty of books they want to add to their own personal to-be-read lists all the time. Here are the ones they are looking forward to the most this winter!
By Prince Harry
Released Jan. 10 - The...
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Posted on: January 13, 2023
Meet Audrey Mozelle Ross, Historian of First Baptist Church in Midlothian. As an African American woman, she knew little of her own history. Her love for research led her to discover information not only about her family history, but also about the histor...
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Posted on: January 9, 2023
Meet Leo, a young and talented local author whose hand-drawn graphic novel has just been added to CCPL's collection. Follow Leo’s journey as he brings his unique storytelling style to life through captivating illustrations and creativit...
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Posted on: January 6, 2023
Looking for some timeless reads for your little ones? Check out our list of children's books that your family will want to read again and again!
As an adult, you likely have routines you go through every day. In the evening, maybe you walk in your...
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Posted on: January 4, 2023
We are excited to announce the opening of a new pickup location for library materials at Midlothian YMCA! This new location will provide convenient access to our collections for residents in the Midlothian community.
To schedule a holds pickup at the Midlo...
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Posted on: December 29, 2022
If you’re looking for something to do in the new year, don’t look anywhere else! Chesterfield County Public Library has programs and events happening all month long.
We offer programs for all ages, kids, teenagers and adults. Enjoy author talks, crafts, st...
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Posted on: December 12, 2022
Having a small child should not be a barrier to internet and computer access at the library. CCPL is excited to announce the installation of a new parent and child workstation at Meadowdale Library.
Imagine juggling reading a book, doing research, applying...
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Posted on: December 8, 2022
Are you looking for a holiday happy ever after? A romantic comedy to curl up by the fire with a warm mug of your favorite holiday beverage? Take time from the busy holiday season to relax with one of these love stories.
By Maggie Knox
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Posted on: December 5, 2022
“I ‘borrowed’ this book in 1985 from the Chester, VA library” said the note in a book mailed from Alameda, California to Chester Library in June. Jeff Atwood, a former Chester resident, returned the book “Gene Wolfe’s Book of Days” by Gene Wolfe thirty-se...
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Posted on: November 21, 2022
Welcome to Check it Out, CCPL’s Blog. I am delighted to announce that we have shifted formats. Information once contained in our popular magazine is now being shared on our blog. We are excited to enter this new phase of sharing who and what we ...
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Posted on: November 17, 2022
Check out what Caroline Shoenthal, selector in CCPL's Collection Management department, has recently read!
by Celeste Ng
12-year-old Bird, who lives alone with his father Ethan following his mother’s abrupt departure thr...
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Posted on: November 14, 2022
We are excited to announce that we now offer Transparent Language Online free to all library card holders. Whether you’re starting at the very beginning with a new alphabet or you’re an intermediate learner looking to enhance your vocabulary and grammar k...
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Posted on: November 11, 2022
Chesterfield is a place that holds important memories and stories for many of us. Now, some of those stories and memories will be available to the public. Chesterfield County Public Library launches “Chesterfield Remembers,” an oral history project, in wh...
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Posted on: November 7, 2022
We are so happy to introduce you to our new blog!
This is a new space where you can connect and get to know more about Chesterfield County Public Library. Over the coming months Check It Out will feature library news, information about our collection, stor...
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