1. Library Spotlights
  1. Birding Backpack

    Go Birding!

    In partnership with the Roanoke Valley Bird Club, all Roanoke Valley Library locations now offer birding backpacks for checkout. Visit your favorite RCPL location or the online catalog to place a backpack on hold. Read on...
  2. Friends of the Library Book Sale

    Be Ready to Shop!

    The Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale starts Sat., October 7. Shop thousands of books, dvds, puzzles, and more. All proceeds support library programs, like Summer Reading. Be sure to mark your calendars. Read on...
  3. 2023 Patron Library Survey

    We want to hear from you!

    We are seeking feedback on library services. Scan the code below (or visit rocolibrary.org) to take the survey. You can also take a paper copy of the survey and return it to a service desk at any RCPL location. Read on...
  4. Book Donations

    Book Sale Coming Soon

    The Friends of the Library Book Sale is coming up and donations are still being accepted at any RCPL location. The Friends accept gently used materials like books and DVDs. Don’t forget to shop the sale starting October 7! Read on...
  5. Mystery Night

    Mystery Night Tickets

    Summer camp has gone awry! Camp Director, Blaise Hikerman, has been found dead by the backdoor of the mess hall of Camp Catalogabook. There are 6 suspects who all have a motive to see Blaise go up in smoke. Do you have what is takes to solve this mystery? Read on...
  6. event spotlight

    Fun for Everyone!

    Check out our fall events for all ages! We have storytime, Lego building, crafts, movies, and more. Read on...
  7. Library Concierge

    Library Concierge Service

    Monthly subscription service open to patrons with library cards in good standing. Each month, you'll receive curated content or a list of digital titles available on our digital platforms based upon their preferences. Read on...
  8. Hollins Replacement

    Hollins Library Replacement Project

    The Hollins Library project, with planning and initial design scheduled in FY2023 and construction in FY2026, is slated to replace the existing Hollins Library with a state-of-the-art new community library. Read on...