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Put your engineering skills on display. Compete to make the best bobsled with a twist. Call to register (540) 561-8024. Ages: All

Children can wear their PJs to this fun storytime session!

Today's the day! We're launching 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten today. Sign up on our website to register or stop by your favorite Roanoke County library for details.

Come watch Frozen and a frozen treat!

The Teen Drama Club will rehearse and prepare for their performances next week!

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

You tell us what you want to see in your library space, and we’ll try to make it happen. Pizza, crafts, and more!

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

KinderSTEM is a fun, interactive program that teaches children colors, shapes, letters, numbers and other basic concepts through group activities, books and hands-on exploration at individual learning stations.

Create winter themed crafts!

Battle it out on the Nintendo Switch! Ideal for ages 11-17.

Teens 11-17 are encouraged to unplug and join us for board games, card games, and more in the teen center. Play a classic like Uno, try something new like Exploding Kittens or Bears vs. Babies, or learn an oldie but goodie like Dutch Blitz!

Dress for mess at this sensory exploration program! Open to all ages.

Bring your cars out to the library and get racing! We'll create our own track to see whose car is the fastest.

Have you ever considered fostering, but have questions? Come to a session and get those questions answered. Join Sabrina East with Alliance Human Services to learn more! Sessions are free and no registration is required. *Alliance Human Services is a nonprofit 501c3 Therapeutic Foster Care Agency.

Strengthen your immune system, reduce stress, and nurture a positive attitude through laughter.

We provide the art supplies, you come to create! Themes and project ideas will be announced day of the program. Ideal for ages 11-17.

Join us for LEGO themed activities, movies, and more before LEGO Club!

Make your own hot chocolate, make DIY snowflakes, and watch a holiday movie!

Have you ever considered fostering, but have questions? Come to a session and get those questions answered. Join Sabrina East with Alliance Human Services to learn more! Sessions are free and no registration is required.

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

Ideal for ages 11-17.

Join us each month as we talk about popular titles. January's title is "Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind" by Yuval Noah Harari.

Because the retirement landscape is changing, individuals today have to assume much more responsibility than those from generations in the past, ensuring they don't outlive their retirement savings. Unfortunately, ensuring enough income throughout retirement can be complicated. This seminar will provide information on retirement timelines and options: how to coordinate retirement with social security and medicare, what are the rules involving and options for 401k's, what is inflation and sequence of return risk and how those risks can be overcome. Presented by Futurity First

Come and learn how to get on and use a computer! Call to register (540) 561-8024.

Learn about Medicare plans and get your questions answered by industry professionals.

Hands-on play. Ages: 2+

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

Share ideas, tips, and challenges and discuss your own research

In honor of Elvis Presley's 85th birthday, we will show "This is Elvis." This profile of Elvis Presley features candid footage, concert clips and dramatic reenactments. 1981; PG; 101 minutes Starring: David Scott, Paul Boensch III, Johnny Harra, Lawrence Koller, Rhonda Lyn

Need inspiration and encouragement to finish your craft projects? Join our group for an informal crafting session using your own projects and supplies.

Whether you just received your first computer or still need a little help getting started, this class will help you achieve the tech-fluency you need to feel more comfortable using computers. Registration required. Please give us a call at 540-772-7507

A club for kids who love Pokemon! Bring your cards, trade, talk, and play! Ideal for ages 5-11.

All month long in January we will be collecting soup, crackers, and other non-perishable food items for local seniors. The items most needed by our elderly neighbors include low sodium and nutritious soups, crackers, canned vegetables, canned fruit, canned meats such as tuna, peanut butter, Carnation Instant Breakfast and oatmeal. No glass containers, please. All the items collected will be put into reusable cloth bags provided by AARP and distributed by the Local Office on Aging into the homes of local seniors.

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

A weekly playgroup for children. Learn through play, make friends, and meet other caregivers!

Join us after storytime for craft, bubbles and playtime with friends! Ideal for ages 0 to 5.

Learn how to create different cakes in a mug! Ideal ages 10+

Use block coding or JavaScript to learn how to code Misty the Robot! No coding experience needed.

Come and show off your local trivia prowess, and win the prize!

Fun learning projects for kids. Ages: 5+

Come check out Stay & Play! You can get to know new families, connect with other parents,  and your kids will get to play safely with some fun toys. Drop in.

Want to get the most out of your iPad? Learn all of the basics you need to get started in this introductory course, including hardware features, navigating the device, getting connected to Wi-Fi, downloading apps, and more. Registration required. Please give us a call at 540-772-7507

Wear your pajamas and watch your favorite children’s books come to life, on stage! Presented by the Teen Drama Club – meet the cast and crew after the performance in the meeting rooms and take an activity home! For all ages!

Join Elizabeth Shideler of the Virginia Cooperative Extension as she teaches how to make this healthy winter meal. Registration preferred.

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

In this instance of our new series of classes aimed at introducing you to popular computer and smartphone apps, join us to learn about using the internet to shop for groceries. Registration required, please give us a call to sign up.

Teens, join us as we recreate these internet sensations! #oddlysatisfying

Bring your crochet or knitting materials to work on projects.

Join us at the library for STEAM activities! Ideal for ages 11-17.

Soapdish A stellar cast parodies soap opera in a behind-the-scenes look at a fictional daytime drama starring longtime lead Celeste Talbert who copes with unexpected subplots that could sabotage her character Maggie's popularity on the show. 1991; PG-13; 97 minutes Starring: Sally Field, Kevin Kline, Whoopi Goldberg, Robert Downey Jr., Cathy Moriarty

Super Kicks will be offering mini karate lessons and board breaking! Learn some fun karate kicks and chops to use on a karate board. Make sure to practice your ninja sounds on the way over! Ages 4-12.

January: The Hive Queen (Book 12) February: The Poison Jungle (Book 13)

Teens and tweens ages 11-17, join us as we recreate these internet sensations! #oddlysatisfying

Bring your own supplies to chat about techniques and work on your knitting, crocheting, and spinning projects.

Homeschool groups: Join us for STEM winter themed activities.

Explore different parts of STEM every month! Winter theme for January.

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

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

You hear about it everywhere, but what is it and is it really something you can do? YES!! Come learn about coding and do it yourself. Registration required and space is limited to six participants.

Come learn the tools you will need to discover your family's military stories. We will look at Ancestry Library Edition, Heritage Quest, Familysearch.org, and other sources. Prerequisite: You must be comfortable using the internet on a computer

Participants will learn to plan, purchase, prep and plate healthier meals for a new year. Presented by Cathy Dick, Master Food Volunteer of the Virginia Cooperative Extension.

Join us for an introduction to Medicare and how to make it work for you. Presented by Futurity First.

Explosive science, molecular gastronomy, and more! Join us at the library for fun science experiments. Ideal for ages 11-17.

The DMV's mobile offices will be at the library to perform just about any DMV function you need, with a fraction of the wait.

In this instance of our new series of classes aimed at introducing you to popular computer and smartphone apps, join us to learn about apps you can use to find free e-books and e-audiobooks.

Pop in to work on an art project! (Ideal for ages 6-12)

Bring your devices and questions, and let us help solve them.

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

Hands-on play. Ages: 2+

Join us at the library for STEAM activities! Ideal for ages 11-17.

We provide the art supplies, you come to create! Themes and project ideas to be announced day of the program. Ideal for ages 11-17.

The sessions will cover the parts of Medicare, coverage options, recent changes to Supplement Plan F, and how to compare prescription drug plans and supplement plans. Presented by Untersee and Proutey Financial Services.

All month long in January we will be collecting soup, crackers, and other non-perishable food items for local seniors. The items most needed by our elderly neighbors include low sodium and nutritious soups, crackers, canned vegetables, canned fruit, canned meats such as tuna, peanut butter, Carnation Instant Breakfast and oatmeal. No glass containers, please. All the items collected will be put into reusable cloth bags provided by AARP and distributed by the Local Office on Aging into the homes of local seniors.

Join professionals to learn strategies on how to reduce the risk of falls. Everything from wearing the proper footwear, to home safety, to medications and their effects on the vestibular system, as well as various other risks. Presented by CORA Physical Therapies

Come learn about Medicare Parts A, B, C, and D from industry professionals with Mutual of Omaha.

A weekly playgroup for children. Learn through play, make friends, and meet other caregivers!

A book club for ages 9-12.

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

Read stories, bubbles, songs, and dancing! Ideal for ages 0 to 5.

Join us after storytime for craft, bubbles and playtime with friends! Ideal for ages 0 to 5.

Create your very own tiny creation!

Come and join in the discussion. This month's book is "The Last American Man," by Elizabeth Gilbert.

Come and learn how to make a bird feeder wreath! Call to register (540) 561-8024.

Crafts for kids. Ages: 5+

Come test your knowledge on various subjects. It's a hodge podge of topics so play with a team or come on your own!

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

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.

Dress for a mess while tots work on process art. Ages 5 and under.

Paper hearts 3 ways: origami, woven and pop-ups Registration required. Please give us a call at 540-772-7507.

Explore early literacy through crafting while your little one plays!

Join us as we “travel” with Jack & Annie in the Magic Tree House adventure series by Mary Pope Osborne. Learn some fun facts while enjoying a themed activity and snack.

"Judy" A biopic of Judy Garland starring Renée Zellweger.

Come up with your own twist ending! Enter all month long and join us in the teen center for the judging ceremony, followed by an M. Night Shyamalan movie and popcorn. Ideal for ages 13+.

Looking to improve your health in 2020? Join Carilion Clinic for a 6-week workshop that will have you eating for wellness and increasing your physical activity ... and enjoying it! The classes are free, and include a light lunch. Participants must attend the first session to participate. For more information or to register for a class, please contact Carilion Direct at 800-422-8482, or go online to www.carilionclinic.org/calendar.

Get in touch with your kid at heart and join us for board games! Games will be provided, but feel free to bring your own as well.

Grab some earplugs and bring your tot to this sound exploration program. Ages 5 and under.

Let little ones explore art! Be prepared to get messy. Ideal for ages 0 to 5.

Come and learn how o get on and surf the internet! Call to register (540) 561-8024.

The Better Business Bureau will be at the library to discuss the most common scams targeting seniors & scam tactics and educates attendees on the prevention, detection, and recovery process of scams. No registration required.

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

Hands-on play. Ages: 2+

In honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, we will show "Selma." Civil-rights activists march from Selma, Ala., to Montgomery to secure voting rights for black Americans in this docudrama, which focuses on the actions of Martin Luther King Jr. 2014: PG-13; 128 minutes Starring: David Oyelowo, Carmen Ejogo, Tom Wilkinson, Cuba Gooding Jr., Alessandro Nivola

Whether it is snowing outside or not, we are celebrating our favorite part of Winter! Come in for snow crafts, STEAM, snow cream and all things snowy! Ideal for ages 5+.

Learn coding while checking out some of the library's mini robots! Ideal for ages 11-17.

All month long in January we will be collecting soup, crackers, and other non-perishable food items for local seniors. The items most needed by our elderly neighbors include low sodium and nutritious soups, crackers, canned vegetables, canned fruit, canned meats such as tuna, peanut butter, Carnation Instant Breakfast and oatmeal. No glass containers, please. All the items collected will be put into reusable cloth bags provided by AARP and distributed by the Local Office on Aging into the homes of local seniors.

Join us for an introduction to Medicare and how to make it work for you. Presented by Futurity First.

A weekly playgroup for children. Learn through play, make friends, and meet other caregivers!

Catch a movie at the library!

Join us after storytime for craft, bubbles and playtime with friends! Ideal for ages 0 to 5.

Build with LEGOs! MEGAblocks available for little ones.

Teen paint night! Bring your creativity and we provide the rest.

Come show off your Madden skills. Compete to win the prize. Call to register (540) 561-8024.

Fun learning projects for kids. Ages: 5+

Come check out Stay & Play! You can get to know new families, connect with other parents,  and your kids will get to play safely with some fun toys. Drop in.

Join us each month as we delve into popular books. This month's selection is "Lillian Boxfish Takes a Walk" by Kathleen Rooney

In partnership with Book City Roanoke, RCPL will host lively book and movie discussions on a variety of social issues important to the community. Hate: Why We Should Resist It With Free Speech, Not Censorship by Nadine Strossen January 23 discuss the Intro - Ch. 4 January 30 discuss Ch. 5 - Ch. 9 Discussions will be at 6:30pm Location: South County Library

Meet Raksha! A therapy dog who loves to hear stories. Evidence suggests that reading to dogs gives children confidence, less anxiety and stress, and increased motivation when reading. Call 540-772-7507 to register for a 10 minute storytime with Raksha!

Join us at the library for STEAM activities! Ideal for ages 11-17.

Join us for our newest book club!

Bring your own supplies to chat about techniques and work on your knitting, crocheting, and spinning projects.

Visit us in the children's area of the library to find a fun craft to do or coloring activity. Activities will be set out all day for you to enjoy at your convenience!

Meet Raksha! A therapy dog who loves to hear stories. Evidence suggests that reading to dogs gives children confidence, less anxiety and stress, and increased motivation when reading. Registration required. Please give us a call at 540-772-7507 for a 10 minute storytime with Raksha!

Love to write? Join us at the library to play creative writing games, learn tips and techniques to improve your craft, and collaborate with other writers your age. Ideal for ages 11-17.

Have fun with different sensory items.

Why wait at the DMV when it's coming to you at the library? Services available: Driver’s licenses and ID cards, Titles and registrations, License plates, Driver transcripts, Disabled parking placards or plates, Address changes, Testing, Virginia vital records including birth, death, marriage and divorce certificates, E-ZPass transponders, Hunting and fishing licenses, and much more!

Start your ninja training now! Super Kicks is will teach kids karate blocks, escaping strangers grabbing their wrist, while playing balance and agility games. Ages 7-12. Call to register.

Join us in the teen center for a movie night with popcorn! Ideal for ages 11-17.

Practice this popular quilting technique. Bring your own supplies. Led by Cynthia Yeager. Call to register.

The Crawley family prepares for an official royal visit to their family house in Yorkshire in 1927. They experience physical, social, and psychological upheavals as King George V, Queen Mary, and their royal entourage descend on the eponymous mansion. PG; 122 minutes Cast: Michelle Dockery, Phyllis Logan, Allen Leech, Maggie Smith, Tuppence Middleton

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

Bring your own cards to play and trade. Ages: K+

Teens, join us as we recreate these internet sensations! #oddlysatisfying

Learn the fundamentals of coding with the free Grasshopper app from Google (iOS and Android). Registration required. Please give us a call at 540-772-7507

Ringing in the new year means new resolutions, and none are more common than getting into shape and improving our finances. Although two separate goals, the techniques to improve both areas are quite similar. Join us to learn exactly how you can accomplish your fitness and money goals to help make 2020 a year to remember. Presented by Glenn Kent, PhD. Glenn uses his education and training in finances, psychology, and fitness to inform and inspire others to achieve the goals they set.

Looking to improve your health in 2020? Join Carilion Clinic for a 6-week workshop that will have you eating for wellness and increasing your physical activity ... and enjoying it! The classes are free, and include a light lunch. Participants must attend the first session to participate. For more information or to register for a class, please contact Carilion Direct at 800-422-8482, or go online to www.carilionclinic.org/calendar.

Make your own cookies in a jar! Just bring a jar and we provide the rest!

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

Celebrate National Puzzle Day! Get a blank puzzle and make your own!

Come and learn about all of the digital resources the library has to offer! Call to register (540) 561-8024.

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

Hands-on play. Ages: 2+

Drop by the library to celebrate National Puzzle Day with a jigsaw, sudoku, or word puzzle.