Rails Through Iron Country: The Story of the C&O Railroad Craig Valley Branch
Mon, Aug 4, 6pm, Eagle Rock
Learn about the historic railroad line that hauled iron ore in the Craig Valley during the 19th century. Presented by researchers and authors Chuck McIntyre and Dave Ostrander of the C&O Historical Society.
Teen Takeover
Mon, Aug 4, 4-5pm, Eagle Rock
Discuss your favorite books, try your hand at painting bricks, and learn about a recycled can drive to benefit Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center of Roanoke. Best for ages 12-17.
Pollinators in the Park
Mon, Aug 11, 10-11am, Big Spring Park in Fincastle
Explore Big Spring Park as you learn about the role of pollinators in nature. Led by Tim Miller of Mountain Castles Soil & Water. Best for ages 5-17. Great for homeschool curriculum enrichment.
1757: The Botetourt Frontier and the Capture of Hannah Dennis
Mon, Aug 11, 6:30pm, Blue Ridge
Tue, Aug 26, 4pm, Eagle Rock
In 1757, Shawnee warriors attacked settler families near present-day Buchanan, taking Hannah Dennis and others captive. Learn about Hannah’s capture and daring escape from local historian Ed McCoy.
Family Fitness
Tue, Aug 12, 4-5pm, Eagle Rock
Bring the whole family for holistic workouts that include cardio, strength training, stretching and mobility, and balance and coordination exercises appropriate for all ages. Instructor: Jaime Thrasher, Botetourt County Parks & Recreation. Class size is limited, call 540-928-2900 to register.
Who Made Those Tracks
Fri, Aug 15, 2:30-3:30pm, Eagle Rock
Wed, Aug 20, 3:30-4:30pm, Fincastle
Fri, Aug 22, 3:30-4:30pm, Blue Ridge
Sat, Aug 23, 11am-12pm, Buchanan
Learn about wildlife through reading, gaming, and tracking with a Virginia State Park Ranger. Best for ages 5-12.
*Registration required; limited to 10. Call 540-928-2900 to register.
Spotlight: DIY and Activity Kits
Check out handy kits to take home, free with your library card! For example, our Home Safety Kit has an air quality monitor, gas detector, infrared thermometer, radon detector, and home emergency binder guide. See if a companion stuffed animal is right for your loved one with memory loss, or pick up board games to play with the family. Fix your bike, test your grip strength, find out why that sensor is blinking in your car, and much more. Search tinyurl.com/librarykits to see what’s available!
Find even more events and resources at BOCOLibraries.info.
