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Library patrons from both counties are free to use whichever branch is more convenient or accessible to them. Your library card works at both branches. You can request items from either library branch to be brought to the library branch that you use and you can return your library items to either location.

"Serving the Citizens of Charles City and New Kent
for more than 27 1/2 years, since August 4, 1981."

Thanks to all of our volunteers for
their years of service to our library!!!!


NOTE: To check your library account online and renew books, click on the "Patron Review" radio button above. Your library card number is your Patron ID number. But, for security reasons and your privacy, you will need to call us at either library branch, come in person, or email us to obtain your pin number for your online account.



New Library Director coming July 1st!



Click here to learn more about our new director, Ms. Barbara Winters.

ATTENTION: The Heritage Public Library will be closed Saturday, July 4, 2009 in observance of Independence Day.



LIBRARY SERVICES

  • Fax Services
  • Copier, Printer Access,
  • Wireless Internet Access
  • Patron Access Computers
  • Accelerated Reading List Books
  • DVDs, audio books, music CDs
  • magazines, newspapers, Value Line
  • Best Selling New Fiction
  • Reference books, Genealogy books
  • Children's programs, story time, crafts
  • Computer Classes
  • Public Meeting Room
  • Summer Reading Program!!!

  • Upcoming Events


    Young readers and listeners summer reading program.  CLICK for Rules.

    SUMMER READING PROGRAM

    Summer reading program signup starts JUNE 20TH and continues until Aug. 1st for all readers and listeners. All residents of Charles City and New Kent counties are eligible to be part of one of the 2009 Summer Reading Clubs.

    Young readers and listeners summer reading program.  CLICK for Rules.   Middle school age summer reading program. CLICK for Rules.  Teen and adult summer reading program. CLICK for enlarged view.

    Microsoft Excel 2007 Class



    Microsoft Office Excel 2007 class being offered this July. This is a three-part class set for July 11, 2009, July 18, 2009, and July 25th, from 2:00pm until 4:00pm at the New Kent Branch of the Heritage Public Library.

    You will need basic computer skills to take this class. If interested, please call 966.2480 or email. Fee: $15.00

    Heritage Public Library's Book Club Meeting is Tuesday, July 14, 2009, 1:00pm at the New Kent Branch. July's selection is "The Conspiracy Club" by Jonathan Kellerman.

    All are welcome to join every 2nd Tuesday. We are accepting suggestions for the December 2009 selection.



    Story Time - New Kent Branch


    Fridays at 10:00am. Bring your little ones to hear great stories read at our story time. Refreshments for children provided.


    Craft Time




    Craft Time on Saturday, July 11, 2009, 10:30am for ages pre-school--8 years old. Come out and have fun! For more information call 804.966.2480.


    Ty-Rone's World

    Ventriloquist Ty-Rone will present his high energy show with lots of audience participation geared to today's youth and families with self produced positive hip-hop music.

    The show begins at 10:30am, July 18th in the New Kent Branch. Come out and join in on the fun!





    Friends of the Heritage Public Library


    The Friends of the Heritage Public Library support our library in many ways. For more details about the Friends recent activities, plans, and goals click this link.
    December Newsletter

    During library business hours at either branch, stop by to see the items for sale on our carts. We have books, VHS videos, and magazines for sale at low prices. The booksale is sponsored by the Friends and the proceeds are used to benefit the Heritage Public Library.

    Heritage Public Library Branch Information

    FRIENDS OF HPL           HPL Charles City Branch HPL New Kent Branch
    10780 Courthouse Road 6215 D Chesapeake Circle
    FOHPL December Newsletter Charles City, VA 23030 New Kent, VA 23124
    ADMINISTRATION 804.652.2450 office 804.966.2480 office
    CALENDAR 804.829.2408 Fax 804.966.5982
    NK Planning Commission Packets Hours of Operation   Hours of Operation
    Library Board Information Mon.  11:00am-6:00pm  

    Mon.  10:00am-8:00pm

    Senior Navigator Tue.  CLOSED   Tues.  10:00am-8:00pm
    FIND IT Virginia Wed.  CLOSED  

    Wed.  10:00am-6:00pm

    Charles City Official website Thurs. 1:00pm-7:00pm  

    Thurs. CLOSED

    New Kent County Official Website Fri.  CLOSED  

    Fri.  9:00am-5:00pm

    Sat.  10:00am-2:00pm  

    Sat.  10:00am-2:00pm

    Sun.  CLOSED   Sun.  CLOSED

    Mission Statement

    The mission of Heritage Library is to provide library materials and services to help the citizens of Charles City and New Kent counties meet their educational, informational and recreational needs. More specifically, the Library should promote the enjoyment and necessity of reading, the discovery of knowledge and culture in all their forms, and the advantages and pleasures of life-long learning. Special emphasis is placed on stimulating children's interest in and appreciation of reading and learning.





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    Updated July 1, 2009