Summer 2025 Kickoff Event
Sat, May 17, 5pm, Botetourt Sports Complex
Kick off this year’s Summer Reading Challenge with an evening of fun and creativity for the whole family! Once we get you registered in the Summer Reading Challenge, design your own creation at the Tie-Dye Station, dance through bubbles with The Foam Party Guy, and dive into action with Gaga Ball and the Bounce House, courtesy of Botetourt Parks & Recreation! Join the fun and start your Summer Reading with us!
Tie-Dye T-Shirts
Tue, May 20, 2pm, Buchanan Town Park
Wed, May 21, 2pm, Fincastle
Thu, May 22, 2:30pm, Eagle Rock
Fri, May 23, 10am, Blue Ridge
Learn how ancient civilizations produced colors using dyes from plants and animals. Create a tie-dye t-shirt. Bring your own shirt; other supplies provided.
Introduction to Genealogy
Thu, May 22, 2pm, Buchanan
Learn how to research your family history, including key sources for beginners! Laptops provided or bring your own.
Storytime with Joelle
Wed, May 28, 3pm, Buchanan
Wed, May 28, 6pm, Blue Ridge
Join storyteller Joelle Shenk for a journey through history through this interactive story about a mime!
Author Talk with Loni Bier
Sat, May 31, 11am, Fincastle
Meet local author Loni Bier as she discusses her book “The Cornershot,” a collection of Ms. Bier’s heartwarming essays published in The Roanoke Times.
Fiber Arts @ Fincastle
Mon, Jun 2, 10:30am, Fincastle
Bring your own fiber arts project to work on, share your tips, and learn from others in this informal gathering. All levels of experience are welcome!
Rain Barrel Workshop
Mon, Jun 2, 3pm, Eagle Rock
Build your own rain barrel to take home! All materials provided at no cost. Instructor: Tim Miller from Mountain Castles Soil and Water Conservation. Class size is limited, call 540-928-2800 to register.
Ticks & Tick-Borne Diseases: Everything You Need to Know
Mon, Jun 2, 4pm, Fincastle
Learn about tick species active in this area, Lyme and other tick-borne diseases, how to protect yourself from ticks and what to do when you get a tick bite. Presented by Hollins professor and researcher Elizabeth Gleim.
Professor Whizzpop’s Art Attack
Mon, Jun 2, 10:30am, Blue Ridge
Mon, Jun 2, 2pm, Buchanan
Tue, Jun 3, 10:30am, Eagle Rock
Tue, Jun 3, 2pm, Fincastle
Join us for Professor Whizzpop’s Art Attack! Watch a drawing come to life, join a crazy painting competition, and enjoy this blend of art and magic.
Ancient Roman Pottery
Thu, Jun 5, 4pm, Eagle Rock
Thu, Jun 5, 2pm, Fincastle
Wed, Jun 11, 2pm, Blue Ridge
Create your own clay pottery just like the Ancient Romans. Registration required; limited to 20 participants.
Cupcake Liner Chinese Dragons
Fri, Jun 6, 2:30pm, Eagle Rock
Fri, Jun 6, 3pm, Blue Ridge
Tue, Jun 10, 3pm, Buchanan
Wed, Jun 11, 2pm, Fincastle
Learn about significant colors in ancient China, then write Chinese characters to make your own good fortune dragon.
Community Café
Mon, Jun 9, 9am, Fincastle
Mon, Jun 9, 10:30am, Eagle Rock
Meet neighbors and make new friends with coffee, conversation, and challenging/fun games! Best for seniors 65+.
Prepare Your Emergency Binder
Mon, Jun 9, 11am, Blue Ridge
Attorney Sarah Bidwell will guide you through creating an Emergency Binder to ensure your important information is organized in the event of sudden incapacitation, such as a debilitating illness or injury. This binder will help you or your loved ones know who to contact, where to find financial and medical information, and more in an emergency situation.
Family Fitness
Tue, Jun 10, 4pm, Fincastle
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.
Tampa Taiko
Mon, Jun 12, 10:30am, Buchanan
Mon, Jun 12, 6pm, Blue Ridge
Tue, Jun 13, 10:30am, Eagle Rock
Tues, Jun 13, 2pm, Fincastle
Ron Collins is an American professional taiko drumming performer and instructor that has performed for a vast array of audiences. Using a collection of taiko drums he has made from discarded barrels, Sensei (Teacher) Ron Collins entertains and educates audiences with an exciting traditional presentation of an ancient Japanese art form.
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
Create your own clay tablet and try your hand at this ancient writing form. *Registration required; limited to 20 participants.
Summer Reading Challenge 2025
It’s time for the Summer Reading Challenge! Beginning May 17, kids 12 and under can grab a reading log at any of the four library branches, Botetourt schools, or at the Summer Kickoff Event. Read books across twelve genres to earn collectible “brag tags” and complete the challenge! Register through the Beanstack mobile app, track progress, and return your finished log to your home branch before July 12 for a chance to win prizes! To get registered in Beanstack, visit: BOCOLibraries.info > Online Resources > Beanstack.
