Meherrin Regional Library System

05/14/2026

Mark your calendar for a special Storytime at the Richardson Library, Emporia, Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 10:30 am. See below for details.

05/13/2026

05/13/2026

Brunswick County Library will reopen at 1:00 pm today (May 13, 2026) after the power outage.

05/13/2026

Brunswick County Library is currently closed due to a power outage. Phones and internet are also down due to this outage. (May 13, 2026).

05/11/2026

May 11: Anglo-Saxon Ship Burial Discovery at Sutton Hoo
Some discoveries don’t just make history — they redefine it! in 1939, discovered a 7th-century Anglo-Saxon ship burial at Sutton Hoo, considered one of the most significant archaeological finds in British history. Unearth the story here: https://ow.ly/378150YOlar.

05/08/2026

May 8: Remarkably Bright Creatures Movie Premiere
Sometimes the most remarkable friends have eight arms! Check out the Netflix film adaptation of 's heart-warming novel on May 8th. Learn more about it and other 2026 streaming stories here: https://ow.ly/4RcU50YOiSS.

05/06/2026

💡 May is Mental Health Awareness Month
Feeling overwhelmed lately? 💚 You’re not alone.
This Mental Health Awareness Month, take time for yourself with courses like Stress Management and Anxiety Therapy 101.
✨ Free with your library card
✨ Learn at your own pace
✨ Practical tools you can use right away
Start learning today with UniversalClass. Sign in with your library card at https://shorturl.at/AAOUS.

05/05/2026

May 5: Cinco de Mayo
It's fiesta time! Celebrate, create, and make memories with these family-friendly holiday activity suggestions: https://ow.ly/ATvY50YOinO.

05/04/2026

May 4: Star Wars Day
Lightsabers ready… it’s trivia time! May the quiz be with you: https://ow.ly/w7mp50YOiok.

05/03/2026

Whether you’re a home gardener, a farmer, or just a concerned neighbor, your help is vital to protecting the Emporia and Greensville area! The Spotted Lanternfly is a major threat to Virginia’s trees, vineyards, and backyard gardens. This invasive pest doesn't just damage our local ecosystem—it can ruin your harvests and leave a sticky mess on your property.
We are hosting a special educational program with the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) to help you identify this pest and learn exactly what to do if you find it in your yard.
Join us at the Richardson Memorial Library (Emporia): 🗓️ Date: Wednesday, May 6, 2026 🕚 Time: 11:00 AM
Come arm yourself with knowledge and help us protect our beautiful Virginia landscape. See you there!