Botetourt County Libraries expanding service hours
In response to public demand, Botetourt County Libraries will extend service hours at all branches on an experimental basis through the summer months. The new schedule started on Monday, May 5 and extends through September, at which point the libraries will reassess for any changes, including potential seasonal adjustments.
The new summer schedule is:
- Blue Ridge & Fincastle Libraries: Mon-Thu 9am-8pm, Fri 9am-5pm, and Sat 9am-2pm
- Buchanan Library: Mon/Wed/Fri 9am-5pm, Tue/Thu 9am-7pm, Sat 9am-2pm
- Eagle Rock Library: Mon 9am-7pm, Tue-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 9am-2pm
Libraries continue to offer 24/7 access to digital resources, including ebooks, audiobooks, streaming video, online tutoring and job help, research databases and more, as well as public Wifi at all four library locations. The pickup/dropoff self-service satellite location at the Botetourt Family YMCA aligns with YMCA general hours, and no YMCA membership is required to use the service.
For more information about Botetourt County Libraries, visit www.bocolibraries.info.
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!
Fincastle Courthouse Community Update
Thu, May 8, 4pm, Fincastle
Join Botetourt County’s Capital Project Manager Rich Evans to get the latest updates, plans, and goals on the demolition and construction of the Botetourt Courthouse in Fincastle.
Managing Nutrition with Alpha-Gal
Sat, May 10, 12pm, Buchanan
Learn what to expect with Alpha-Gal Syndrome and how you get your nutritional needs met if you have it. Participants can sample a salad dressing and take recipes home. Presented by Aimee Valenzuela, Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, MPH.
Community Café
Mon, May 12, 9am, Fincastle
Mon, May 12, 10:30am, Eagle Rock
Meet neighbors and make new friends with coffee, conversation, and challenging/fun games! Best for seniors 65+.
Sentinels of Faith: 270 Years of Botetourt Churches
Mon, May 12, 6pm, Eagle Rock
Dive into the rich history of Botetourt churches with Robert McRae, local pastor and author of the book “Sentinels of Faith.”
Botetourt Senior Bingo
Tue, May 13, 10:30am, Fincastle
Win fun prizes and enjoy social time with this popular game. Offered in partnership with the Botetourt County Sheriff’s Office and Parks & Recreation. Ages 65+.
Trail Safety for Seniors
Thu, May 15, 1pm, Blue Ridge
Mon, May 19, 11am, Eagle Rock
Tue, May 20, 11am, Buchanan
Fri, May 23, 10:30am, Fincastle
Learn how to stay safe while hiking on trails! Presented by Jaime Thrasher of Botetourt County Parks & Recreation!
Area 51 – A Closer Look at the History of the Military Base
Thu, May 15, 5pm, Buchanan
Join local NASA Ambassador, Mark England, to learn about the history of Area 51 and developments that came out of this famous military base.
3D Pyramids
Mon, May 19, 3pm, Blue Ridge
Fri, May 23, 2pm, Fincastle
Fri, May 30, 2:30pm, Eagle Rock
Listen to a story about Ancient Egypt, then build your own pyramid!
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.
Children’s Tea Party
Fri, May 23, 2:30pm, Eagle Rock
Practice your fine dining etiquette as you enjoy a story, games, and a tea party! Dress-up fancy clothes optional, but encouraged. *Registration required; limited to 15 participants. Call 540-928-2900 to register.
Egyptian Cartouche
Wed, May 28, 2pm, Blue Ridge
Learn about Ancient Egyptian hieroglyphics and the importance of scribes in that time. Create your own cartouche to take home. *Registration required; limited to 20 participants. Call 540-928-2900 to register.
Larsen’s Lizards
Thu, May 29, 10:30am, Eagle Rock
Thu, May 29, 1pm, Fincastle
Fri, May 30, 10:30am, Buchanan
Fri, May 30, 1pm, Blue Ridge
Fri, May 30, 3pm, Botetourt Family YMCA
Touch lizards, turtles, snakes and more in this hands-on experience by reptile specialists Scott and Kim Larsen.
Telescopes
Explore the night sky with a library telescope! Every Botetourt County library location offers an Orion StarBlast Telescope for checkout, thanks to the Roanoke Valley Astronomical Society. Borrow one today and discover the wonders of the universe—from planets to distant galaxies—all from your own backyard.
Find even more events at BOCOLibraries.info.
