Libraries Closed
All library branches will closed from Saturday, October 8 through Monday, October 10 in observance of Columbus Day.
Star Party
Thursday, October 13, 7-8pm, Blue Ridge Library
Josh Urban gives an exciting tour of what’s in the sky and the science of astronomy, followed by Q&A and observation with a telescope (weather permitting). Ages 12-18.
Coffee & Connections
Thursday, October 6, 10:30am-12pm, Blue Ridge Library – John Alexander, Commonwealth Attorney
Wednesday, October 12, 10:30am-12pm, Buchanan Library – Heather Fay, Botetourt County Small Business Advisor at Roanoke Regional Small Business Development Center
Wednesday, October 12, 10:30am-12pm, Fincastle Library – Cindy Markham, Virginia Navigator Community Outreach Specialist
Drop by meet the special guest of the day and grab some coffee. Ask questions, share ideas, and get to know the people in your community!
Make Your Own Journal
Thursday, October 6, 10:30-11:30am, Blue Ridge Library (for adults)
Thursday, October 6, 4-5pm, Blue Ridge Library (for kids and teens)
Make your own journal using easy-to-find items, and learn how journaling can have a positive effect on your life.
Intro to Computers II
Tuesday, October 11, 1-2:30pm, Blue Ridge Library
VA Career Works teaches the basics of using a desktop computer or laptop for adults. Space is limited, call 540-928-2900 to sign up.
VA Is for Authors Book Club
Wednesday, October 12, 10:30-11:30am, Fincastle Library
Read and discuss “St. Dale” by Sharon McCrumb
Health & Wellness Series
Wednesday, October 5 & 12, 11am-12pm, Eagle Rock Library
Registered nurse Judy Fitzgerald leads sessions on different topics that help you on your weight loss or general health and wellness journey.
Little Explorers
Tuesdays 10:30-11:30am at the Fincastle Library
Thursdays 10:30am-11:30am at the Blue Ridge Library
Toddlers can enjoy a special space for free play with soft toys while caregivers enjoy some social time with other adults.
StoryTime Detectives
Weekly 10:30-11:00am
Tuesdays – Blue Ridge Library
Wednesdays – Eagle Rock Library
Thursdays – Fincastle Library
Fridays – Buchanan Library
Each week highlights a different alphabet letter through books, songs, fingerplays and interactive boards.
STEM Club
Held monthly at each branch.
1st Tuesdays 3:30pm – Fincastle
2nd Wednesdays 4pm – Buchanan
3rd Tuesdays 2:30pm – Eagle Rock
4th Tuesdays 4pm- Blue Ridge
Grade school kids learn key STEM skills – how to experiment, make mistakes, and learn from their experiences.
LEGO Club
Held monthly at each branch.
2nd Thursdays 4-5pm – Blue Ridge
1st Tuesdays 4-5pm – Buchanan
3rd Mondays 4-5pm – Fincastle
4th Tuesdays 2:30-3:30pm – Eagle Rock
Grade school kids will be challenged to engineer various projects using LEGOs.
Krafty Kids
Thursdays 4:00-4:30pm – Buchanan Library
Fridays 2:45-3:15pm – Eagle Rock Library
Join us for a weekly craft class for kids or pick up a kit to take home.
