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Would you like to learn the strategies for becoming a creative writer? Then come and join us for a series of creative writing workshops focused on the writing of poetry and short fiction. 18 & up, Registration Required

Create art by blowing paint! All ages welcome.

Join us each month as we talk about popular titles. September's selection is "Sharp Objects" by Gillian Flynn.

Hands-on play. Ages: 2+

Do you have a craft project that you just haven't finished? Is it more fun to craft with others? Then bring your own craft project/crafting supplies from home and join us for fellowship, motivation and idea sharing. Bring your own brown bag lunch if you want

Share ideas, tips, and challenges. Discuss your research and hear from others.

Make a fun craft and take it home to enjoy! New crafts put out every Tuesday & left out during the week all day.

Bring your own supplies, chat about techniques, & help with projects. Just starting out? Come and get your questions answered.

Practice breathing and stretching exercises.

Build a catapult and compete against the rest in distance, accuracy, and destructive power. Call to register (540) 561-8024.

Hands-on play. Dress for mess. Ages: 2+

The Teen Drama Club will work together to create their own adaptations of children's books to be performed this winter. Join us to play improv games and more!

Join us for a monthly book club covering a wide range of literature.

Join us for an informal creative writing group focused on workshopping ideas, giving and receiving constructive feedback, and developing skills in poetry and prose. 18+

Join us for stories, songs, dancing and more! Ideal for ages 0 to 5.

Teens take over the computer lab for gaming and other fun tech activities!

Girls Who Code is a free, weekly after school program for 6th-12th graders. The program is designed to teach programming concepts in a safe and supportive environment of peers and role models. Weekly attendance is important. Session dates for the Fall are the week of September 9 to week of November 11. Orientation will be the week of August 26th.

Bring your own supplies to chat about techniques and get help with projects.

Bring your own supplies to chat about techniques and get help with projects.

Books, songs, fingerplays, and a craft. Ages: 3-5

Come build with us! Mega Blox available for smaller children. Ages: Preschool+

Girls Who Code is a free, weekly after school program for 6th-12th graders. The program is designed to teach programming concepts in a safe and supportive environment of peers and role models. Weekly attendance is important. Session dates for the Fall are the week of September 9 to week of November 11. Orientation will be the week of August 26th.

Come learn simple and easy to follow tips and tricks for getting the most from Social Security. It includes how to plan for future changes in Social Security...and how to coordinate your benefits to get the highest payouts whether you are married, single, widowed, or divorced.

Would you like to learn the strategies for becoming a creative writer? Then come and join us for a series of creative writing workshops focused on the writing of poetry and short fiction. 18 & up, Registration Required

A Master Gardener with the Virginia Cooperative Extension will be here to teach how to deal with invasive plants in your area.

Girls Who Code is a free, weekly after school program for 3rd-5th graders. The program is designed to teach programming concepts in a safe and supportive environment of peers and role models. Weekly attendance is important. Session dates for the Fall are the week of September 9 to week of November 11. Orientation will be the week of August 26th.

Why wait at the DMV when it's coming to you at the library?

Explore the different parts of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math)

Explore the different parts of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math)

Books, songs, fingerplays, and a craft. Ages: 18-36 months

Hands-on play. Ages: 2+

Girls Who Code is a free, weekly after school program for 3rd-5th graders. The program is designed to teach programming concepts in a safe and supportive environment of peers and role models. Weekly attendance is important. Session dates for the Fall are the week of September 9 to week of November 11. Orientation will be the week of August 26th.

Talking about mental health can be difficult and awkward, but it doesn’t have to be. Nor do you need to be an expert to engage in conversations about mental health. Just a few small words – like asking someone how they’re feeling – can make a huge difference. Whether someone is ready to have that conversation with you or not, most people will appreciate your care and support in trying to start the conversation in the first place. Join us to learn how to start the conversation. Presented by NAMI: National Alliance on Mental Illness

Come visit our information table about becoming a foster parent. Presented by First Home Care

Make a fun craft and take it home to enjoy! New crafts put out every Tuesday & left out during the week all day.

Make a fun craft and take it home to enjoy! New crafts put out every Tuesday & left out during the week all day.

Use all your different senses in this program! Come prepared to get messy. Ideal ages 0 to 5.

Join us each month as we discuss popular books. Call us to find out this month's title.

Learn how to access the library 24/7! We'll review the online catalog, reference databases, language learning software, and more.

Join us for an evening storytime for the entire family! Ideal for ages 5 and under.

Bring your own supplies, chat about techniques, & help with projects. Just starting out? Come and get your questions answered.

Practice breathing and stretching exercises.

Compete for the prize and showoff your fantasy trivia prowess. Open to all ages. Call to register (540) 561-8024.

Fun learning projects for kids. Ages: 5+

The Teen Drama Club will work together to create their own adaptations of children's books to be performed this winter. Join us to play improv games and more!

Carilion Clinic Community Health and Outreach will be here to conduct free blood pressure screenings and diabetes risk assessments. If the assessment indicates that the individual is at risk, they will check blood sugar levels and provide educational and dietary information.

Join us for an informal creative writing group focused on workshopping ideas, giving and receiving constructive feedback, and developing skills in poetry and prose. 18+

Get involved at your library! Join us for pizza and brainstorm how you can help your community.

It's game night in the teen center! Come for games, stay for snacks.

Join us for stories, songs, activities and more! Ideal for ages 0-5.

After storytime is over, join us for playtime! We have toys, crafts and more! Ideal for ages 0 to 5.

Girls Who Code is a free, weekly after school program for 3rd-5th graders. The program is designed to teach programming concepts in a safe and supportive environment of peers and role models. Weekly attendance is important. Session dates for the Fall are the week of September 9 to week of November 11. Orientation will be the week of August 26th.

Girls Who Code is a free, weekly after school program for 6th-12th graders. The program is designed to teach programming concepts in a safe and supportive environment of peers and role models. Weekly attendance is important. Session dates for the Fall are the week of September 9 to week of November 11. Orientation will be the week of August 26th.

Hands-on play. Ages: Babies - 5 year olds

Join us for stories, songs, dancing and more! Ideal for ages 0 to 5.

Come play at the library! We will have toys, crafts and make friends. Ideal for ages 0 to 5.

Play classic card games or learn a new game like Sushi Go, Uno, or Exploding Kittens!

Use your library card to access free online courses in business, technology, creative skills, and more! Call 540-387-6163 to register today!

Have you ever considered fostering, but have questions? Join Sabrina East with Alliance Human Services to have your questions answered and learn more!

These activities have taken the internet by storm, so join in on the fun!

Girls Who Code is a free, weekly after school program for 6th-12th graders. The program is designed to teach programming concepts in a safe and supportive environment of peers and role models. Weekly attendance is important. Session dates for the Fall are the week of September 9 to week of November 11. Orientation will be the week of August 26th.

A casual group for both new and experienced users of the Python programming language. Casual users, hobbyists and seasoned professionals are all welcome to join a friendly and helpful environment to discuss and ask questions. Open Source projects, Python web development frameworks, Python on hardware (MicroPython), System Administration with Python, Data Science, Machine Learning/Artificial Intelligence with Python are all topics of interest.

Learn how to cook quick and healthy meals. Presented by the Virginia Cooperative Extension. Registration Preferred

Bring your little one and enjoy books, songs and more. Ideal for ages 0 to 24 months.

Books, songs, fingerplays, and a craft. Ages: 3-5

These activities have taken the internet by storm, so join in on the fun!

This free program is an introduction to understanding Medicare.

Girls Who Code is a free, weekly after school program for 6th-12th graders. The program is designed to teach programming concepts in a safe and supportive environment of peers and role models. Weekly attendance is important. Session dates for the Fall are the week of September 9 to week of November 11. Orientation will be the week of August 26th.

Would you like to learn the strategies for becoming a creative writer? Then come and join us for a series of creative writing workshops focused on the writing of poetry and short fiction. 18 & up, Registration Required

Still a kid at heart? Join us and revisit fun activities from your childhood. Activity will vary each month. September is Coloring! 18+

Girls Who Code is a free, weekly after school program for 3rd-5th graders. The program is designed to teach programming concepts in a safe and supportive environment of peers and role models. Weekly attendance is important. Session dates for the Fall are the week of September 9 to week of November 11. Orientation will be the week of August 26th.

Create your very own stress ball!

Play with and learn about all the tiny robots the library has to offer!

Start Writing Your Book Today! If you’ve ever dreamed of writing a book, Do It Now! Whether to leave a message, explore your imagination or for family and friends, what you write can last forever, so Don’t Wait! Let F. Barish-Stern, author, editor and publisher with over 20 years’ experience, help you begin your writing journey. Learn how to get started, the elements that make a book a “must read” and how to finish. Tailored to meet the writing needs of the participants, this talk will use her book, “HOW TO WRITE YOUR BOOK, From an Idea to Your Finished Story,” which contains 12 steps to writing as a resource and is available for sale and autographs. Open to ages 13+.

Books, songs, fingerplays, and a craft. Ages: 18-36 months

Hands-on play. Ages: 2+

Girls Who Code is a free, weekly after school program for 3rd-5th graders. The program is designed to teach programming concepts in a safe and supportive environment of peers and role models. Weekly attendance is important. Session dates for the Fall are the week of September 9 to week of November 11. Orientation will be the week of August 26th.

In this class you will learn how you can create a resume and cover letter using Career Transitions. Once completed, you will be able to access your account from any computer when you need to update your information or print out a copy. Participants should bring information on their employment history, past education, certifications, and references. Limited to 12, Call to register.

Come visit our information table about becoming a foster parent. Presented by First Home Care

Make a fun craft and take it home to enjoy! New crafts put out every Tuesday & left out during the week all day.

Make a fun craft and take it home to enjoy! New crafts put out every Tuesday & left out during the week all day.

A book club for ages 9-12.

Celebrate National Library Card Sign Up Month! Sign up for your very own library card and then create a holder for it.

Interested in the future of storytelling? Gain hands-on experience with our library's robot, Pepper and discover how to code stories onto an A.I. robot. Ideal for 1st-5th graders. Call the library to register.

Bring your own supplies, chat about techniques, & help with projects. Just starting out? Come and get your questions answered.

Practice breathing and stretching exercises.

Come and join in on the discussion. This month's books is "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn," by Mark Twain.

Come make your own decoupage plates. Call to register (540) 561-8024.

Crafts for kids. Ages: 5+

Thursday, September 19th: Egg Drop Thursday, October 17th: Rube-Goldberg Machine Thursday, November 21st: Food Science

Learn about Medicare Parts A, B, C, and D. Bring your information for one-on-one help. Presented by Terri Branstetter.

The Teen Drama Club will work together to create their own adaptations of children's books to be performed this winter. Join us to play improv games and more!

Join us for an informal creative writing group focused on workshopping ideas, giving and receiving constructive feedback, and developing skills in poetry and prose. 18+

Grab a slice and learn how to make your own mini magazine!

Join us for stories, songs, activities and more! Ideal for ages 0-5.

After storytime is over, join us for playtime! We have toys, crafts and more! Ideal for ages 0 to 5.

After storytime is over, join us for playtime! We have toys, crafts and more! Ideal for ages 0 to 5.

Incorporate humor into your life!

Girls Who Code is a free, weekly after school program for 3rd-5th graders. The program is designed to teach programming concepts in a safe and supportive environment of peers and role models. Weekly attendance is important. Session dates for the Fall are the week of September 9 to week of November 11. Orientation will be the week of August 26th.

Girls Who Code is a free, weekly after school program for 6th-12th graders. The program is designed to teach programming concepts in a safe and supportive environment of peers and role models. Weekly attendance is important. Session dates for the Fall are the week of September 9 to week of November 11. Orientation will be the week of August 26th.

Topics can range from upgrading older computers, building from scratch and new hardware platforms like the Raspberry Pi. Casual users, hobbyists and seasoned professionals are all welcome to join a friendly and helpful environment to discuss and ask questions.

Led by Irene Malachowsky.

Have you ever considered fostering, but have questions? Join Sabrina East with Alliance Human Services to have your questions answered and learn more!

Come and read to a therapy dog for 15 minutes. Registration required call (540)561-8024. Ages 5+

Bring your stories to share and learn some new creative writing tips and techniques!

Girls Who Code is a free, weekly after school program for 6th-12th graders. The program is designed to teach programming concepts in a safe and supportive environment of peers and role models. Weekly attendance is important. Session dates for the Fall are the week of September 9 to week of November 11. Orientation will be the week of August 26th.

Why wait at the DMV when it's coming to you at the library?

Monday, September 23rd: Sensory - water beads and rice bin Monday, October 21st: Stress balls Monday, November 18th: Sand gardens

Celebrate Banned Book Week by stopping by the Glenvar library to answer book trivia and get a prize!

Join us for a milk and cookies celebration! We will have crafts, stories, and of course, milk and cookies!

Drop by until 6:00 pm to enjoy some fun in the sunshine! We'll play Tag, Capture the Flag, and more!

Caretaker and kids will enjoy activities in this event. Kids will be able to explore and play with different toys. Caretakers can enjoy a cup of coffee, talk with others, and make an activity to take home with their little one: September: Fall sensory bags October: Calm down sensory bottles

Create simple creations to brighten up your home. Please call 540-387-6163 to register.

Come enjoy Men in Black: International (PG-13) and popcorn.

This fun, interactive workshop is for women who want to get their fire back! Learn how to set clear goals, rediscover your dreams, and make a plan to move forward! Presented by Dina Hackley-Hunt of Catalyst Training & Consulting. To register call 540-561-8024 or email lifecoachdina@gmail.com

Bring your own cards to play and trade. For all ages.

Discover how to improve wildlife habitat through such activities like Timber Stand Improvement, planting certain trees and shrubs, encouraging certain wild plants in to grow, and how to eliminate invasive plant species.

Girls Who Code is a free, weekly after school program for 6th-12th graders. The program is designed to teach programming concepts in a safe and supportive environment of peers and role models. Weekly attendance is important. Session dates for the Fall are the week of September 9 to week of November 11. Orientation will be the week of August 26th.

Did you know that you can attend a wide variety of online classes for free? Learn a new language, delve into genealogy, find magazine and newspaper articles, legal forms, and MUCH more? All absolutely FREE? Attend this informative session to learn how! Participants must have their library card with them or know their number, and must be familiar with using a mouse, keyboard, and the internet. Limited to 12, Call to register

Would you like to learn the strategies for becoming a creative writer? Then come and join us for a series of creative writing workshops focused on the writing of poetry and short fiction. 18 & up, Registration Required

Girls Who Code is a free, weekly after school program for 3rd-5th graders. The program is designed to teach programming concepts in a safe and supportive environment of peers and role models. Weekly attendance is important. Session dates for the Fall are the week of September 9 to week of November 11. Orientation will be the week of August 26th.

Celebrate Banned Book Week by stopping by the Glenvar library to answer book trivia and get a prize!

Why wait at the DMV when it's coming to you at the library?

Build with LEGOs! MEGAblocks are available for little ones!

Join us to find out what this science experiment could be!

Learn about the ways to get the shows and movies you watch without the satellite or cable subscriptions.

Hands-on play. Ages: 2+

Girls Who Code is a free, weekly after school program for 3rd-5th graders. The program is designed to teach programming concepts in a safe and supportive environment of peers and role models. Weekly attendance is important. Session dates for the Fall are the week of September 9 to week of November 11. Orientation will be the week of August 26th.

Come learn about Medicare Parts A, B, C, and D from industry professionals.

Celebrate Banned Book Week by stopping by the Glenvar library to answer book trivia and get a prize!

Make a fun craft and take it home to enjoy! New crafts put out every Tuesday & left out during the week all day.

Make a fun craft and take it home to enjoy! New crafts put out every Tuesday & left out during the week all day.

Join other Wings of Fire fans to celebrate this popular series! Find your kingdom, complete a scavenger hunt, and make some dragon crafts to take home.

Bring your own supplies, chat about techniques, & help with projects. Just starting out? Come and get your questions answered.

Practice breathing and stretching exercises.

Compete and showoff your Super Smash Bros skills tournament style.

Fun learning projects for kids. Ages: 5+

In partnership with Book City Roanoke, RCPL will host lively book and movie discussions on a variety of social issues important to the community. Schedule: Palaces for the People by Eric Klineberg September 26 at 6:30pm the group discuss the Intro-Chapter 3. October 3 at 6:30pm the group will discuss Chapter 4-Conclusion. The Public Movie and Panel Discussion October 29 at 6pm Watch the movie, The Public, a film that addresses homelessness and the role of public libraries. After the movie, join community members for a panel discussion. Refreshments will be provided. Talking to Strangers: What We Should Know about the People We Don't Know by Malcolm Gladwell November 7 at 6:30pm the group will discuss part 1 (first 130 pages or so). November 21 at 6:30pm the group will discuss part 2. December 5 at 6:30pm the group will discuss part 3. *Division of the last two parts of the book will be given at the first meeting Location: South County Library

The Teen Drama Club will work together to create their own adaptations of children's books to be performed this winter. Join us to play improv games and more!

Join us for our newest book club!

Join us for an informal creative writing group focused on workshopping ideas, giving and receiving constructive feedback, and developing skills in poetry and prose. 18+

It's game night in the teen center! Come for games, stay for snacks.

Celebrate Banned Book Week by stopping by the Glenvar library to answer book trivia and get a prize!

Join us each month as we delve into popular books. September: Room by Emma Donoghue

Join us for stories, songs, activities and more! Ideal for ages 0-5.

After storytime is over, join us for playtime! We have toys, crafts and more! Ideal for ages 0 to 5.

Girls Who Code is a free, weekly after school program for 3rd-5th graders. The program is designed to teach programming concepts in a safe and supportive environment of peers and role models. Weekly attendance is important. Session dates for the Fall are the week of September 9 to week of November 11. Orientation will be the week of August 26th.

Come play at the library! We will have toys, crafts and make friends. Ideal for ages 0 to 5.