CRRL customers not only love to read; they also like to discuss what they are reading with friends and fellow book lovers. In these days of COVID-19 quarantine, the usual outlets—such as book groups, poetry readings, and walking into the library to talk to a favorite librarian—just aren’t possible. What to do? The library has…
Talking Books Services Still Available Through BARD
As noted on the Central Rappahannock Regional Library (CRRL) COVID-19 Response page, our standard Talking Books services are temporarily unavailable. We know that many of you rely on this service to get access to books and magazines you otherwise can’t have, and we understand this is frustrating. Thankfully, there are alternative options available for you…
Internet Access During COVID-19 Pandemic
Though our buildings are closed, you may access the wireless internet with your own laptop or device while in your vehicle in the library parking lot. Additionally, many Internet Service Providers are stepping up to bridge the gap.
Where to Get Financial Help During the COVID-19 Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic is having profound economic impacts on people in our community. These resources may help.
Book Corner: Kick Reading into OverDrive with Online Options
Since the library has been closed because of COVID-19, many people have told me, “I miss the library!” and I do, too. The library’s tremendous resources are just the thing to get us through this time when we are at home looking for ways to entertain ourselves and our children. Fortunately, there is a nearly…
5 Hot New Titles for April 2020
Check out these five popular adult titles that hit our collection in April. To see more titles, including new titles in popular series, check out our new titles page. Summaries provided by the publisher. Read the first adult novel in almost 15 years by the internationally bestselling author of In the Time of the Butterflies…
Our Most Popular Streaming Vids for Kids
If you’re home with young ones, add these fun and popular streaming stories to your entertainment stash. There’s no waiting with steaming videos from Kanopy.
Book Corner: Reading, Watching, and Learning From Home
“We read to know we are not alone.” This quote is often attributed to C.S. Lewis, but was, in fact, written for C.S. Lewis’ character in “Shadowlands,” a play by William Nicholson. Regardless of who said it, that phrase has never rung more true. In this new age of social distancing, reading is more important…
Book Corner: Sprightly Springtime Picture Books
Daffodils are popping up, trees are blooming, we’ve gone through the change to Daylight Savings Time—spring must be here! The change from short, cold days is always a welcome one and a great excuse to enjoy some fun and beautiful picture books with your favorite child. An ABC of Flowers by Jutta Hilpuesch There is an…
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