Kanopy is now accessible to all FCPL patrons!

What is Kanopy?
Kanopy is a video streaming service that provides instant access to thousands of critically acclaimed movies, documentaries and Kid favorites. You can stream on any of your favorite devices; via mobile/tablet apps for iPhone and Android, on your Desktop, and SmartTV apps like Roku, Apple TV, and Fire Stick.

Set up a free account with a FCPL card to enjoy streaming movies. Patrons will have 25 tickets per month for main content. Kid’s content will not count towards the 25 tickets! Don’t have a library card yet, sign-up today. It’s all FREE!

Get started at https://fluvanna.kanopy.com/

Select the “Add Library Card” button on the lower left –
Enter your library card credentials –
Create an account using your preferred email –
Begin streaming!  It’s Accessible on Multiple Devices!

Download the Kanopy app to your device(s)
Accessible from the FCPL homepage
Libby users: scroll the main library page & click on “Kanopy” to go to Kanopy App.

General Info:
Internet connection is required to view content and cannot be downloaded to a device.

-Kanopy Support Site

-On Mobile App: click on the “More” menu at the bottom of the page and then click on the “Help” option;

-Web Browser: click on “your name” and then click on “Support” in the menu option.

Message From Kanopy – Patrons might see that their access is “Expired” whenever their authentication session has timed out. In order to thread the needle between security and accessibility, Kanopy authentication sessions last 90 days. Following that 90-day period, patrons will need to renew their memberships by clicking on the orange “Reactivate” link for your institution.

Kanopy Help: Tickets

Kanopy Kids FAQs:

What devices can be used to access Kanopy Kids?
Patrons can access Kanopy Kids on their computer, TV, or mobile device.
~Kanopy Help: Supported mobile and TV apps

Are there parental controls?
Yes. With parental controls enabled, patrons will need to enter their PIN to exit the Kanopy Kids collection.
Parental control PINS can be created and edited anytime directly in Kanopy Kids.
~Kanopy Help: Steps to set up parental controls.

Friday Storytimes

...for ages 2-5 with a caregiver.

September 6th through November 22nd, 10-10:30ish

NO registration required for fun stories, songs, and activities with Mrs. Erinn & friends :)

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Nov. 20th, 1-2pm is our next R2R -- call us to ensure you have time to read to FCPL's furriest friends :) 

FCPL partners with Caring Canines to provide patrons opportunities for anyone to practice reading to a licensed therapy dog.

Smokey the Bear Reading Challenge

Celebrate Smokey’s 80th Birthday by joining the FCPL Smokey the Bear Reading Challenge. 

Download the Challenge log here. 

Click here for Smokey's Reading List.

We hope to engage youth in reading about wildfire prevention, forests, and natural resource careers while they explore their local environment.

Read books, take action, and have fun!  And remember…only you can prevent wildfires.  (& receive cool prizes all while helping Smokey!)

Who: Children, ages 4 to 10, but all ages are welcome!

When: September 23rd through November 27th 2024

How to Sign Up:  Ask the FCPL staff for a challenge log & Smokey’s Suggested Reading List  

Goal:  Have fun reading books about wildfires and the environment & take action!

...fun for kids ages 9-12 only - REGISTRATION REQUIRED!

Join us the last Friday each month - 3:30-4:30 p.m. 

Samples & information are given out monthly on the 4th Saturday of every month - while supplies last.

To access the information on each spice - click below on the spice:

October 2024 - Crushed Red Pepper

September 2024 - Black Pepper

August 2024 - Sea Salt

July 2024 - Pickling Spice

June 2024 - Garlic Powder

May 2024 - Lemon Pepper

April 2024 - Dukkah (Egyptian Spice Blend)

March 2024 - Oregano

February 2024 - Greek Seasoning Blend

January 2024 - Bay leaves

November 2023 - Ground Ginger

October 2023 - Chili Seasoning

September 2023 - Umami Seasoning

August 2023 - Marjoram

July 2023 - Mustard Powder

June 2023 - Achiote Powder

May 2023 - Thyme

April 2023 - Coriander

March 2023 - Italian Seasoning

February 2023 - Caraway

January 2023 - Furikake

December 2022 - No Spice - Happy Holidays!

November 2022 - Sage

October 2022 - Pumpkin Spice

September 2022 - Chinese Five Spice

August 2022 - Jamaican Jerk Seasoning (mild)

July 2022 - Celery Seed

June 2022 - Dill Weed

May 2022 - Cumin

April 2022 - Za'atar

March 2022 - Garam Masala

February 2022 - Curry Powder

January 2022 - Turmeric

November 2021 - Cinnamon

October 2021 - Cardamom

September 2021 - Paprika

You will receive a sample of the spice, information about the spice, recipes to try, and a list of additional resources you can check out from the Library.

We do ask that if you make something to please share comments or pictures on Facebook or with the Library so we can see what everyone is making.

Sponsored by the Friends fo the Library