Libraries Closed
All libraries will be closed Thursday, June 19 in observance of Juneteenth. Book returns and Wi-Fi access remain open 24/7.
Beach Safety for Seniors
Thu, Jun 12, 10:30am, Fincastle
Thu, Jun 12, 1pm, Blue Ridge
Mon, Jun 16, 11am, Eagle Rock
Tue, Jun 17, 11am, Buchanan
Learn how to stay safe while enjoying your vacation at the beach. Presented by Jaime Thrasher of Botetourt County Parks & Recreation.
Ancient Cuneiform
Fri, Jun 13, 11am, Blue Ridge
Wed, Jul 9, 2pm, Fincastle
Create your own clay tablet and try your hand at this ancient writing form! *Registration required; call 540-928-2900 to register.
Life-Size Mummy
Mon, Jun 16, 2pm, Blue Ridge
Fri, Jun 20, 2:30pm, Eagle Rock
Learn about mummification in Ancient Egypt and make your own life-sized mummy!
Unearthing Egypt’s Treasures
Wed, Jun 18, 2pm, Fincastle
Mon, Jun 30, 2pm, Blue Ridge
Thu, Jul 10, 4pm, Fincastle
How did Egypt get its gold? Learn the fascinating history of Egypt’s special treasures. Take home your own treasure and excavating tool to practice your archeology skills at home. Registration required; limited to 20 participants.
Homemade Greek Instruments
Wed, Jun 18, 2pm, Blue Ridge
Wed, Jun 25, 2pm, Fincastle
Create playable musical instruments like the ones used in Ancient Greece.
Ancient Greek Horn
Fri, June 20, 2pm, Blue Ridge
The stentorophonic horn, also known as a ”tube,” was an ancient communication device for delivering messages to thousands of people at once. Make their very own horn using common household items.
Author Talk with Rachel Nicole Edwards
Sat, Jun 21, 12:30pm, Fincastle
Meet local author Rachel Nicole Edwards and learn about her new historical fiction book set in Ireland, “This World Below.”
Introduction to Genealogy
Tue, Jun 24, 2pm, Fincastle
Expert genealogist Rena Worthen will teach how to research your family history, including key sources for beginners! Laptops provided or bring your own.
Percy Jackson Party
Tue, Jun 24, 3pm, Buchanan
Wed, Jun 25, 2pm, Blue Ridge
Sat, Jun 28, 10am-2pm, Fincastle
Jump into the world of one of our favorite book series! Create your own laurel crown, camp necklaces, Velcro wings and shield. Ages 12-17.
Introduction to Acting: A Beginner’s Workshop, Ages 13-17
Wed, Jun 25, 1pm, Blue Ridge
Learn the basics of performance, confidence and creativity in a supportive environment. Presented by Kerry Williams from Attic Productions. No experience necessary. Registration required; limited to 10 participants. Call 540-928-2900 to register.
Ancient Greek Architecture Challenge
Fri, Jun 27, 2pm, Blue Ridge
What made ancient architecture so durable that it’s still around today? Explore ancient Greek temples, then see if you can construct a “paper cup floor” that is sturdy enough to stand on!
Science Heroes: Adventure of the Missing Color
Mon, Jun 30, 10:30am, Blue Ridge
Mon, Jun 30, 2pm, Buchanan
Tue, Jul 1, 10:30am, Eagle Rock
Tue, Jul 1, 2pm, Fincastle
Enjoy this interactive adventure with the Science Heroes! Dive into fun stories and interactive experiments that merge science and art.
Mobile Printing
Use your phone, laptop, or home computer to send print jobs to any Botetourt Library location! Visit print.princh.com, enter the library’s code, upload your file, and pick it up at your convenience. Library codes: Blue Ridge – 108762; Buchanan – 108763; Eagle Rock – 108764; Fincastle – 108765
Find even more events at BOCOLibraries.info.
