Upcoming Library Events
Star Party
Thursday, October 13, 7-8pm, Blue Ridge Library
Josh Urban gives an exciting tour of what’s in the sky and the science of astronomy, followed by Q&A and observation with a telescope (weather permitting). Ages 12-18.
Coffee & Connections
John Alexander on how courts work – Friday, October 14, 10:30am-12pm, Buchanan Library & Monday, October 17, 10:30am-12pm, Eagle Rock Library
Heather Fay on building a small business – Friday, October 14, 2-3:30pm, Fincastle Library & Monday, October 17, 2-3:30pm, Blue Ridge Library & Thursday, October 20, 2-3:30pm, Eagle Rock Library
Rob Lough on YMCA services – Monday, October 17, 10:30am-12pm, Blue Ridge Library
Nicole Pendleton on community development – Tuesday, October 18, 2-3:30pm, Eagle Rock Library & Wednesday, October 19, 2-3:30pm, Blue Ridge Library
Drop by meet the special guest of the day and grab some coffee. Ask questions, share ideas, and get to know the people in your community!
Intro to Computers: Word Processing & Data Entry
Tuesday, October 18, 1-2:30pm, Blue Ridge Library
VA Career Works teaches the basics of using a desktop computer or laptop for adults. Learn how to enter data and write documents. Space is limited, call 540-928-2900 to sign up.
True Crime Book Club
Monday, October 17, 7-8pm, Blue Ridge Library
Read and discuss “The Third Rainbow Girl: The Long Life of a Double Murder in Appalachia” by Copley Eisenberg
Therapy Dog Reading Session
Thursday, October 20, 3-4:30pm, Eagle Rock Library
Sign up for a 15-minute reading session with a therapy dog. Ages 5-12. Space is limited, call 540-928-2800 to register.
Little Explorers
Tuesdays 10:30-11:30am at the Fincastle Library
Thursdays 10:30am-11:30am at the Blue Ridge Library
Toddlers can enjoy a special space for free play with soft toys while caregivers enjoy some social time with other adults.
StoryTime Detectives
Weekly 10:30-11:00am
Tuesdays – Blue Ridge Library
Wednesdays – Eagle Rock Library
Thursdays – Fincastle Library
Fridays – Buchanan Library
Each week highlights a different alphabet letter through books, songs, fingerplays and interactive boards.
STEM Club
Held monthly at each branch.
1st Tuesdays 3:30pm – Fincastle
2nd Wednesdays 4pm – Buchanan
3rd Tuesdays 2:30pm – Eagle Rock
4th Tuesdays 4pm- Blue Ridge
Grade school kids learn key STEM skills – how to experiment, make mistakes, and learn from their experiences.
LEGO Club
Held monthly at each branch.
2nd Thursdays 4-5pm – Blue Ridge
1st Tuesdays 4-5pm – Buchanan
3rd Mondays 4-5pm – Fincastle
4th Tuesdays 2:30-3:30pm – Eagle Rock
Grade school kids will be challenged to engineer various projects using LEGOs.
Krafty Kids
Thursdays 4:00-4:30pm – Buchanan Library
Fridays 2:45-3:15pm – Eagle Rock Library
Join us for a weekly craft class for kids or pick up a kit to take home.
~ Botetourt County Libraries