All Botetourt County Library locations will be closed on Monday, Oct. 13 in observance of Columbus Day/Indigenous People’s Day/Yorktown Victory Day.
Birding as a Hobby for Adults & Seniors
Wed, Oct 8, 12-1 PM, Fincastle
Learn how to get started with a birding hobby using resources and apps to identify birds and their sounds. Presented by Robin Austin from the Roanoke Valley Bird Club. Ideal for adults.
Yoga For Beginners
Thu, Oct 9, 6:30-7:30 PM, Blue Ridge
Learn gentle yoga stretches. Mats and yoga blocks provided or bring your own. Instructor: Jaime Thrasher, Botetourt County Parks & Recreation. Best for ages 18+
Registration required. Register at https://botetourtva.libcal.com/ or call 540-928-2900 with questions.
Minecraft Mayhem!
Fri, Oct 10, 2:30-4 PM, Eagle Rock
Enjoy Minecraft-themed hands-on activities. *Limited to 15 participants. Best for ages 4-12.
Registration required. Register at https://botetourtva.libcal.com/ or call 540-928-2900 with questions.
All About Opossums
Sat, Oct 11, 11 AM-12 PM, Buchanan
Prepare for National Opossum Day (10/18/25) by learning the truth behind this harmless, fascinating, and often overlooked animal, including its important role in the ecosystem, and create a fun opossum craft to take home. Presented by Hannah Johnson, Chief Ranger from Douthat State Park. Ideal for All Ages.
HokieBird: Lessons from a Mascot
Sat, Oct 11, 11 AM-12 PM, Eagle Rock
Former Virginia Tech HokieBird Amy Wells discusses her book “Pursuit – Learning Important Life Lessons as a Mascot,” answers her most frequently asked questions, and shares stories of her experiences as the mascot, and how those experiences became formative life lessons for her. Ideal for ages 18+
AI in the Atmosphere: Revolutionizing Weather Prediction
Tue, Oct 14, 6-7 PM, Blue Ridge
Learn how AI is transforming how we predict weather. Presented by Edward Shaw, WSLS meteorologist, storm chaser, and former president of the Blue Ridge chapter of AMS/NWA. Ideal for ages 18+
Area 51 – A Closer Look at the History of the Military Base
Tue, Oct 14, 6 – 7 PM, Fincastle
Join local NASA Ambassador Mark England to learn about the history of Area 51 and developments that came out of this famous military base. Ideal for adults.
