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News

Latest Adult News

09 June 2026
Dig into Books, Dirt, and Dinos!
Dig into Books, Dirt, and Dinos!
This summer, the library invites you to Unearth a Story by digging into the fascinating world of plants. Beneath every leaf, root, and seed is a story waiting to be discovered—from towering prehistoric ferns that once grew alongside dinosaurs, to the...
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28 May 2026
Big Summer Fun, Zero Cost
Big Summer Fun, Zero Cost
Summer is almost here, and no matter your age, it’s time to make the most of it. The good news? Henrico County is full of exciting things to do. The even better news? Many of them are completely free. If you haven’t explored Henrico County Public Lib...
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27 May 2026
May is Jewish American Heritage Month
May is Jewish American Heritage Month
This Jewish American Heritage Month—and throughout the year—discover the culture, history, and contributions of Jewish Americans by exploring their voices and stories in our collection. Read on for a selection of titles for children, teens, and adult...
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Reads

Catalog

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Downloads & Streaming

Find ebooks, audiobooks, movies, music, and digital magazines from a wide variety of subjects for all ages.

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Book Discussion Groups

Offered at all Henrico libraries, our diverse book discussion groups satisfy a wide range of interests. Newcomers are always welcome to these open book clubs—feel free to come regularly, or just for the titles that interest you.

Book Club in a Bag

Make life simple for your book group by checking out a Book Club in a Bag. Every set includes eight copies of the requested title—and you can have it out for 6 weeks!

Resources

Computer Classes

The Henrico County Public Library offers many classes in a variety of topics. For a complete list, check henricolibrary.org/calendar or contact your library. Some classes may require registration. Please check the class description for details.

Digital Media Labs

Digital Media Labs offer resources to help our community create and learn while experimenting with new technologies.

Research Databases

HCPL offers dozens of databases containing a wide range of subjects in many different formats.

Popular Databases

Job & Career Resources

The library offers resources that can help you find a job, like our trained staff, public computers, and books on interviews, resumes, and cover letters. If you need in-depth help to get information for your job search, call your local library in advance of your visit. View Job and Career Resources at the library.