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    We are so happy to have this little gem in our community. Smaller than other branches but still has so much to offer!

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    Maude Langhorne Nelson Library

    Maude Langhorne Nelson Library

    5.0(2 reviews)
    2.9 mi

    While most women in the 1930s were occupied with raising children and tending to their families,…read moreVirginia native Maude Langhorne Nelson was leading a valiant struggle to build a public library in Hopewell, Virginia. Library service began in Hopewell area in 1930 when Thomas B. Robertson established a library association with a collection of 2000 donated books and Mrs. Maude Langhorne Nelson offered her services as volunteer librarian. She was so enthusiastic in providing library services to the citizens of Hopewell that she generously gave months of her time to catalog and run the library. With the installation of a pot-bellied stove and orange crates for shelves, they achieved Hopewell's first public library. In 1931, the city took over the library with Mrs. Maude Langhorne Nelson as its first librarian. Mrs. Nelson was instrumental in having the Council appoint a Library Board and supervised the move to a new location. With hardly any funds for anything, she made her own supplies, stretching each dollar to do the work of many in acquiring new books. Mrs. Nelson was known for contributing to any undertakings in Hopewell that involved elevating the minds and ethics of the young and old alike. She remained at this post till she resigned following the death of her husband. In 1949, the library name was changed to honor its first librarian, Maude Langhorne Nelson as a tribute to her outstanding civic contribution. Mrs. Nelson's devotion to the library did not stop when she retired. When the City was considering a new location in 1952, she got the ball rolling with a contribution to the new library building fund. Since then, her name has been synonymous with the library.

    I wasn't expecting this in Hopewell at all! This library isn't the largest but it sure is…read morebeautiful and has all the amenities you would want from a library. I went there today for the kids' story time which was amazing but heard they hold all sorts of events that sometimes draws a crowd. They have a nice glass walled conference rooms where I was told they have events like animal encounters like owls and such. They have CD/DVD rentals as well as array of books for all ages. The second floor looks like an upscale Barns & Noble type of setting, with beautiful tables and chairs on a balcony. The whole place has a lot of large windows that allows the natural light to come in. The inside looks roomy, bright, and updated. I haven't been to a library in ages and am glad I did today!

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    Chesterfield County Libraries - Chesterfield County Central Library, Chesterfield

    Chesterfield County Libraries

    4.7(3 reviews)
    10.8 mi

    This is one of our favorite library locations. There is a decent collection here of nonfiction,…read morefiction, DVDs, CDs, YA books and graphic novels, and children's books. The staff and volunteers are delightful, and there are many programs available. My child loves the makerspace and the open hours there. The instructors are so welcoming, and there are different groups that meet up in the space, like a robotics club. There are many study and meeting rooms that you can book for individuals and groups. You can book online or see what is available when you come in. We've met friends here for gaming dates, and the spaces are well equipped and comfortable. Several sitting/reading nooks are available around the space as well. It's a great place to meet friends.

    Big, big library. This is the "central" library for Chesterfield and it shows. It is a huge, modern…read morefacility. Clean and airy and bright. Lots of different styles of seating throughout and I was able to find a spot where I could sit comfortably for about two hours. The library is quiet and peaceful. There's a quiet murmur as some study parties are underway. The librarians are moving about as well. Wifi was easy to connect to and speedy. You do not need to be a local resident to use the wifi or to enjoy the library. [Review 18097 overall - 1375 in Virginia - 1619 of 2022.]

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