Blind Date with a Book
February 5-17
Stop by any library branch and take a chance on an unknown book! Select books will be wrapped so you can’t see the title, only a short teaser/hint. Unlike a real blind date, you don’t have to stick around reading it if you don’t hit it off right away. But like blind dates, there’s a chance you’ll meet your new best friend (author, genre, etc.). Give it a try!
Libby: eBooks & eAudiobooks
If you love books-on-the-go or reading on a device, you’re in luck: you can find a wide array of ebooks and audiobooks through the library! Download the Libby (by Overdrive) app to your mobile device (including smartphone or Kindle), log in with your library card, and enjoy an entire library at your fingertips.
Readers’ Night Out
Wed, Feb 14, 5-7:30pm, Blue Ridge
Tue, Feb 27, 4-6pm, Eagle Rock
Tue, Feb 27, 5-7:30pm, Fincastle
In this casual drop-in event, explore a sampling of books and authors from the Fantasy genre. Sign up for the Adult Reading Challenge and commit to reading 12 books in 2024, and you’ll receive your own personal reading journal that you can decorate at the event.
Murder Hole Cave
Sat, Feb 10, 11am, Eagle Rock
Tue, Feb 13, 4pm, Fincastle
Sat, Feb 24, 11am, Buchanan
Learn about caves and the history and science of Murder Hole Cave, a local natural formation with Marian McConnell, the property owner, educator, and spelunking guide. Copies of McConnell’s book Murder Hole: Catawba Murder Hole Cave will be available for purchase and author signing.
Eclectic Readers
Wed, Feb 14, 10:30pm, Fincastle
The Cartographers by Peng Shepherd
Thu, Feb 22, 11am-12pm, Eagle Rock
The Paris Library by Janet Skeslien Charles
Thu, Feb 22, 1-2pm, Blue Ridge
Black Cake by Charmaine Wilkerson
Discuss books and authors with fellow readers while enjoying coffee and social connection.
Outdoor Book Club
Tue, Feb 13, 11:30am, Troutville Town Park
Join a leisurely 20-minute group walk around Troutville Town Park, then discuss what you’re reading and share book recommendations over warm (or cool) beverages at One Love Coffee across the street (group discount provided).
Adult Reading Challenge
Adults age 18+ are invited to commit to reading 12 books in 2024. Pick up a challenge tracker bookmark at any library branch, and/or sign up for the challenge at Beanstack (download the app or go to botetourtva.beanstack.org). Earn rewards along your reading journey, including a reading journal, coffee mug, and tote bag. Participate in special activities, such as book tastings or readers’ nights out, throughout the year.
Where’s Waldo?
Wed, Feb 21, Blue Ridge & Eagle Rock
Thu, Feb 22, Buchanan & Fincastle
Inspired by the popular look-and-find book series, dive into activities that encourage exploration and curiosity about the world. Embark on a scavenger hunt for Waldo and friends around the library, navigate mazes, and create Where’s Waldo binoculars and hats. Best for ages 5-12, drop in anytime during the library’s regular service hours.
Find even more events at BOCOLibraries.info.
