Campbell County Public Library System, VA

CCPLS Storytimes

Babygarten*

Ages 0-2 & their caregiver

These storytimes involve toys, songs, rhymes, and activities that help babies with language acquisition and pre-literacy skills. This is a great opportunity to socialize and have fun together! This program is for ages 0-24 months and their caregivers. Register online through Civic Rec to claim your spot. If you have any trouble registering, email campbellevents@co.campbell.va.us or call 434-313-3104.

Dates & times:

  • Mondays | Rustburg Library | 10:00 – 10:45 AM
    • Summer Session: June 5, June 12, & June 19, 2023
    • Fall Session I: Aug. 28, Sept. 11, Sept. 18, 2023
    • Fall Session II: Dates coming soon!
  • Tuesdays | Timbrook Library | 10:00 – 10:45 AM
    • Fall Session I: Aug. 29, Sept. 5, Sept. 12, Sept. 19, 2023
    • Fall Session II: Dates coming soon!
  • Wednesdays | Staunton River Memorial Library – Altavista | 10:00 – 10:45 AM
    • Fall Session I: Aug. 30, Sept. 6, Sept. 13, Sept. 20, 2023
    • Fall Session II: Dates coming soon!
  • Thursdays | Patrick Henry Memorial Library – Brookneal | 10:00 – 10:45 AM
    • Fall Session I: Aug. 31, Sept. 7, Sept. 14, Sept. 21, 2023
    • Fall Session II: Dates coming soon!

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For more storytime options check out out PHML Kid’s Page and our Storytime Picnics coming up in April and May!

Community Storytimes

Different at each library location, come meet members of our community who work to make Campbell County a better place! Stations will be available where your family can learn about different aspects of community helpers. There will be stories, activities, meet and greets, and fun exploration.

Ages 10 & Under | June 20, 2023 | 11 AM – 1 PM | Rustburg Library

Ages 10 & Under | June 27, 2023 | 11 AM – 1 PM | SRML- Altavista

Ages 10 & Under | July 11, 2023 | 11 AM – 1 PM | Timbrook Library

Ages 10 & Under | July 18, 2023 | 11 AM – 1 PM | PHML- Brookneal

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Afternoon Storytime

Appreciate the art of Storytelling with a classic and interactive Storytime filled with laughter. This Storytime is geared for ages 3+ and will be approximately 25 minutes.

Ages 3+ | Monday, June 12, 2023 | 2 PM | Rustburg Library
Ages 3+ | Thursday, July 13, 2023 | 2 PM | PHML- Brookneal
Ages 3+ | Wednesday, July 19, 2023 | 2 PM | Timbrook Library (Lower Level)
Ages 3+ | Thursday, July 20, 2023 | 2 PM | SRML- Altavista

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You might also enjoy our Animal Friends Pajama Party!

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Drop-in Storytime at your Library!

Ages 0-5 and their families

Swing by your library for crafts, toys, and a story with your little ones! We will read the selected book on and off throughout the event, do a themed craft, and have free play inside the library. Drop in anytime!

Dates & times:

  • Thursdays | Patrick Henry Memorial Library – Brookneal | 11:30 AM –  1:30 PM
    • Fall Session: Aug. 31, Sept. 7, Sept. 14, Sept. 21, Sept. 28, Oct. 5, Oct. 12, Oct. 19, Oct. 26, 2023
  • Mondays | Rustburg Library | 11 AM – 1 PM  
    • Fall Session: Aug. 28, Sept. 11, Sept. 18, Sept. 25, Oct. 2, Oct. 9, Oct. 16, & Oct. 23, 2023
  • Tuesdays | Timbrook Library | 11 AM – 1 PM
    • Fall Session: Aug. 29, Sept. 5, Sept. 12, Sept. 19, Sept. 26, Oct. 3, Oct. 10, Oct. 17, Oct. 24, 2023
  • Wednesdays | Staunton River Memorial Library – Altavista | 11 AM – 1 PM
    • Fall Session: Aug. 30, Sept. 6, Sept. 13, Sept. 20, Sept. 27, Oct. 4, Oct. 11, Oct. 18, Oct. 25, 2023

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Need accommodations or have questions? Email campbellevents@co.campbell.va.us or give the Events & Experiences Team a call at 434-313-3104.

  • Main Branch and Timberlake Area

    Rustburg
    rb@co.campbell.va.us
    434-332-9560
    434-332-9697 (fax)
    684 Village Highway Rustburg, VA 24588

    Timbrook
    tbl@co.campbell.va.us
    434-592-9551
    434-237-6784 (fax)
    18891 Leesville Road Lynchburg, VA 24501

  • Altavista and Brookneal

    Staunton River (Altavista)
    srml@co.campbell.va.us
    434-369-5140
    434-369-1723 (fax)
    500 Washington Street Altavista, VA 24517

    Patrick Henry (Brookneal)
    phml@co.campbell.va.us
    434-376-3363
    434-376-1111 (fax)
    204 Lynchburg Avenue Brookneal, VA 24528

  • Hours

    Rustburg
    M, W, TH, F:
    9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
    Tues: 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.
    Sat: 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

    Timbrook
    M, W, F:
    9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
    T, TH: 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.
    Sat: 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.

    Staunton River (Altavista)
    M, T, W, F:
    9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
    TH: 9:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.
    Sat: 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

    Patrick Henry (Brookneal)
    Tues: 10:00 a.m. to 7 p.m.
    TH: 10:00 a.m. to 5 p.m.
    Sat: 10:00 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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