UPCOMING LIBRARY EVENTS
Movie: Gravity (PG)
Fri, July 21, 11am, Fincastle Library
Two astronauts work together to survive after an accident leaves them stranded in space.
The Moon, Musk, and Mars
Thu, July 20, 6-7pm, Blue Ridge Library
While visiting another star is (currently) impossible, humanity has set its sights on returning to the Moon. Elon Musk even wants to go to Mars. Can we make the leap to another planet? Join astronomer Josh Urban for an exciting discussion of space travel, a look at the moon through a telescope (weather permitting) and hear how an astronaut stuck Josh with an $80 lunch bill. Recommended for adults and teens 14+.
Moon Day Celebration: Phases of the Moon
Thu, July 20, 3-4pm, all branches
The moon fully orbits around Earth about once every month. During its orbit, we can see the moon in different phases. The phases are controlled by the amount of sunlight reflected off the moon. Join us for a fun children’s craft using Oreo cookies to visualize the phases of the moon.
Stargazing Basics
Fri, July 21, 8:30pm, Blue Ridge Park
On this evening, the crescent moon will be ideally situated along with a bright crescent Venus. Astronomy can seem daunting for beginners, but stargazing doesn’t have to be hard. Members of Roanoke Valley Astronomical Society will be onsite with a variety of telescopes to try out and to teach you how to identify planets, star clusters, and constellations during the summer months. Recommended for all ages.
Improv with Mill Mountain Theatre
Fri, July 28, 12:30pm, Buchanan Library
Thu, Aug 17, 4pm, Fincastle Library
Improv is acting and reacting in the moment. Learn how to collaborate and make confident choices. Recommended for tweens/teens.
Movie: Space Chimps (G)
Thu, July 27, 2-4pm, Blue Ridge & Fincastle Libraries
Fri, July 28, 2:30-3:30pm, Buchanan & Eagle Rock Libraries
Three chimps who are sent into space to explore the possibility of alien life when an unmanned space shuttle crash lands on an uncharted planet. Recommended for all ages.
Little Explorers
Every Tuesday 10:30-11:30am, Fincastle Library
Every Thursday 10:30-11:30am, Blue Ridge Library
Bring your toddler to a special play space so they can explore with educational and soft play toys, as well as interact with other toddlers.
Books & Ice Cream Party
Fri, Aug. 4, 3-4pm, all branches
Anyone who participated in the online reading challenge in Beanstack can pick out a free book and earn their completion badge, plus get free ice cream to celebrate!
See our calendar at BOCOLibraries.info for more great events.
