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Calendar of Events
Events for Adults South County Library
6303 Merriman Road // Roanoke, VA // 540.772.7507
First Tuesday Book Club The Optimist’s Daughter by Eudora Welty Tues., May 3 // 7:00pm
Chat with the Author
Meet author Joseph Richard Turner, Jr. the author of Slick Kin Folks: Never Trust Them Completely. Sat., May 21 // 2:00-4:00pm
Colorist Club iPhone for Beginners
New iPhone? Come join us & learn what it can do. Fee: $20.00 Wed., May 4 // 2:00-4:00pm
iPhone the Next Step
Discover more iPhone features. Fee: $20.00 Wed., May 11 // 2:00-4:00pm
A coloring club for adults! Wed., May 25 // 6:30-8:30pm
Windows 10
Two-part class to help you learn the new Windows operating system. Fee: $20.00/class Wed., May 25 // 2:00-4:00pm Thurs., May 26 // 2:00-4:00pm
Medicare 101
Learn about Medicare rights, the difference between A, B, C, & D, plus find out what is best for your future. Thurs., May 12 // 1:00-3:00pm Fri., May 13 // 10:00am-12:00pm
Movies for Grownups Bridge of Spies (PG-13) Tues., May 17 // 6:00pm
Real Food for Real Life
Beat the Clock! Want good food in a hurry? Learn how to prepare healthy meals in a short time. Presented by VCE. Mon., May 16 // 6:30-7:45pm
DMV2Go
DMV is spending a day at the library. Mon., May 23 // 9:00am-4:00pm
Events for Adults South County Library {Continued}
Fourth Thursday Book Club Flight Behavior by Barbara Kingsolver Thurs., May 26 // 10:00-11:00am
Finding Good Health Information Online
If everything on the internet isn’t true, then how do you know what is? Come to this class to help you discover quality information regarding health. Fee: $20.00 Tues., May 31 // 10:00am-12:00pm
Bent Mountain Library
10148 Tinsley Lane // Bent Mtn., VA // 540.929.4700
Bent Mountain Book Club Go Set a Watchman by Harper Lee Fri., May 20 // 2:30-3:30pm
Glenvar Library
3917 Daughtery Drive // Salem, VA // 540.387.6163
Mystery Book Club A Cookbook Conspiracy by Kate Carlisle Tues., May 10 // 6:00pm
Diva Night
Excel 2016: Just the Basics
B.Y.O.Y.
Technology Q & A
DIY bath & beauty products, chair & hand massages, games & prizes, beauty consultations, refreshments & more! Come to be pampered. Thurs., May 5 // 6:00-8:00pm
Bring Your Own Yarn! Thursdays // 6:30pm
*We will not be meeting on Thurs., May 5
Learn the basics of the new version of Microsoft Excel then come back to learn even more. Fee: $20.00/class Tues., May 17 // 6:00-8:00pm Tues., May 24 // 6:00-8:00pm
Bring your own device & get your questions answered! Fri., May 27 // 10:00am-12:00pm
Events for Adults Hollins Library
6624 Peters Creek Road // Roanoke, VA // 540.561.8024
Hooks & Needles
A social group for fiber folks! Tues., May 3 // 6:00-8:00pm
Internet Basics
Learn the basic functions of using the world wide web! Fee: $10.00 Wed., May 18 // 2:00-4:00pm
Orchid Rescue
Breathe new life into your orchid! Join us for a demonstration presented by Master Gardeners on how to successfully grow orchids. Bring your own ailing orchid for a diagnosis & treatment. Mon., May 9 // 6:30pm
Reading Adventures
The Girls’ Guide to Hunting & Fishing by Melissa Bank Thurs., May 19 // 6:00-8:00pm
Word Basics
Learn the basics of Microsoft’s most popular program. Fee: $10.00 Tues., May 10 // 6:00-8:00pm
Companion Planting
Presented by the Roanoke Master Gardeners on placement of your crops. Thurs., May 26 // 6:30-7:30pm
Device Q & A
Bring your own device & questions! Thurs., May 12 // 2:00-4:00pm
Color It Away
A coloring club for adults! Tues., May 17 // 6:00-8:00pm
Paper Crafting
Create a piece of art using different types of paper materials! Tues., May 31 // 6:00-8:00pm
Events for Adults Mt. Pleasant Library
2918 Jae Valley Road // Roanoke, VA // 540.427.3130
Art Therapy
A coloring club for adults! Tues., May 10 & 24 // 6:00-9:00pm Sat., May 14 // 10:00am-12:00pm
Vinton Library
300 S. Pollard Street // Vinton, VA // 540.857.5043
Contract Bridge
Vinton Book Club
Medicare 101
DMV2Go
Learn how to play. Beginners welcome! Registration required. Tuesdays // 3:00-5:00pm
Learn about Medicare rights, the difference between A, B, C, & D, plus learn what is best for your future. Tues., May 3 // 9:30-11:30am Wed., May 4 // 9:30-11:30am
All The Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr Thurs., May 5 // 2:00pm
DMV is spending the day at the library. Thurs., May 5 // 9:00am-4:00pm
Get to Know Your Computer Learn the basics. Wed., May 4 // 2:00-4:00pm Wed., May 25 // 2:00-4:00pm
64 Shades of Vinton
A coloring club for adults! Wed., May 4 // 6:00-8:00pm Mon., May 16 // 6:30-8:30pm
Paint THIS Workshop
Learn to paint a beautiful dogwood using acrylic paints on canvas. Registration required by April 28. Supply Fee: $30.00 Fri., May 6 // 10:00am-2:00pm Sun., May 15 // 1:00-4:00pm
Purls & Tea
Meet up for knitters & crocheters. Sat., May 7 // 10:00am-12:00pm
Events for Adults Vinton Library {Continued}
Roanoke Valley Dulcimers
Facebook for Beginners
Yack & Yarn
Guitar Workshop
Bite Club
Device Power Hours
A group for sharing songs, techniques, & the history of the mountain dulcimer! Beginners welcome. Sat., May 7 // 2:00-4:00pm
A social group for fiber folks! Mon., May 9 // 6:00-8:00pm Tues., May 24 // 6:30-8:30pm
A book club for people who enjoy paranormal romance books. (Ages 18+) Tues., May 10 // 7:00-8:00pm
New to Facebook? Come learn all of the ins & outs of the most popular social media site. Wed., May 11 // 2:00-4:00pm
Learn to play the guitar or get help if you are a newbie! Thurs., May 12 // 6:00-7:00pm
Bring your own device & questions! Thurs., May 12 // 3:00-4:00pm Fri., May 20 // 3:00-4:00pm Tues., May 31 // 3:30-4:30pm
Vinton Heritage & Storytelling Festival
As The Page Turns Book Club Kitchens of the Great Midwest by Ryan Stradal *Skype with the author! Wed., May 11 // 2:00-3:00pm
Knit-A-Long
A group that will take on projects. This month knit a sweater. Registration required. Wed., May 11 // 6:00-8:00pm
Presented by the Vinton Library & the Vinton History Museum. This will include: a frontier encampment, quilting demonstration, a presentation on family history resources, dulcimer music, exhibits and sales, & a special performance by the Jack Tale Players. Concessions will be provided by Star City Succotash & Land of a Thousand Hills Coffee. The festival will be at both locations. Sat., May 14 // 10:00am-5:00pm
Events for Adults Vinton Library
Dog Agility Workshop
{Continued}
Billie Kerfoot of Wynmoor Kennels will present on dog agility training. Tues., May 17 // 6:30pm
Author Talk
Wildflowers Through the Seasons
Join Butch Kelly from Blue Ridge Wildflower Society for a presentation on regional wildflowers. Thurs., May 5 // 6:30-7:30pm
L. Lincoln Clark, a native of Vinton and author of Inherit the Wind and Inherit the Land, will be speaking. Wed., May 18 // 6:30pm
DIY Garden Fairy Houses
Make your own clay garden fairy house. Registration required. Fee: $15 Thurs., May 19 // 6:00-8:00pm
Managing Income & Expense One of the greatest satisfactions in life is having a sense of control over finances. Go step by step on how to create a spending plan that works best for you. This presentation includes a detailed budget that you can use for your personal goals. Presented by Member One Federal Credit Union. Registration required. Thurs., May 26 // 6:30-8:00pm
Saturday Morning Cartoons: Adult Gaming Tournament Welcome to the 1970s! Play in a Super Smash Brothers Join us on our patio to watch classic cartoons! Bring your own chair or blanket. Sat., May 21 // 10:00am-12:00pm Sat., May 28 // 10:00am-12:00pm
English Paper Piecing
Discover the joy & portability of this quilt making skill. Mon., May 23 // 6:00-8:00pm
tournament. Winner will win a $100 Game Stop gift card (2nd place: $50 gift card; 3rd place: $25 gift card). Registration required. Ages 20 & up. Fri., May 13 // 5:30pm
Movie Night on the Patio
Pride & Prejudice & Zombies (PG-13) Tues., May 31 // 6:30pm
Events for Kids South County Library
Word 2016: Homeschoolers
Preschool Dance Party
May the 4th Be With You!
American Girl Book Club
Learn about Microsoft’s most popular program to help out with homework. Registration required. Tues., May 3 // 2:00-4:00pm
Make your own Star Wars craft. Wed., May 4 // 3:00pm
Pokémon Club
Trade, play, & have fun with friends. Ages 6 to 12. Mon., May 9 // 4:00-5:00pm
Lego Club
Come wiggle & shake to some awesome tunes! Please bring a healthy snack for sharing! Fri., May 13 // 10:00am
Melody Registration required. Ages 7-11. Tues., May 17 // 4:00-5:00pm
Lego Club
Build something fun with friends! Ages 6-12. Wed., May 18 // 4:00-5:00pm
Glenvar Library
Build something fun with friends! Ages 6-12. Mon., May 2 // 4:00-5:00pm
Hollins Library Science Lab
May the 4th Be With You! Make your own Star Wars craft. Wed., May 4 // 2:30-4:30pm
Lego Club
Build something fun with friends! Ages 6-12. Tues., May 10 // 6:30-7:30pm
Build something with KEVA Planks. Grades 2-5. Registration required. Tues., May 17 // 4:00pm
Crafternoon
Come craft with us! Thurs., May 19 // 4:00pm
Events for Kids Hollins Library {Continued}
Busy Bookworms Play Date
American Girl Book Club
A fun interactive playtime for kids up to 5 years old. Fri., May 20 // 10:30am
Marie-Grace Registration required. Ages 7-11. Thurs., May 26 // 4:00-5:00pm
May the 4th Be With You!
Drop-In Crafts
Mt. Pleasant Library
Make your own Star Wars craft. Wed., May 4 // 2:30-4:30pm
Come craft with us! Fri., May 27 // 2:00-5:00pm
Lego Club
Build something fun with friends. Ages 6 to 12. Fri., May 20 // 6:30pm
PokĂŠmon Club
Vinton Library
Trade, play, & have fun with friends! Ages 6 to 12. Tues., May 3 // 4:00-5:00pm
Preschool Lab
A hands-on storytime for young scientists! Explore gardening with activities & demonstrations. Ages 3-5. Registration required. Thurs., May 5 // 10:00am
Gerald & Piggie & Pals
Everyones favorite friends and book characters! Grades K+ Thurs., May 12 // 4:00pm
American Girl Book Club
Meet Julie Registration required. Ages 7-11. Tues., May 17 // 4:00-5:00pm
Goofing Around with Granny & Gramps
A social group for grandparents & their young grandchildren! Connect with other grandparents while the kids play & socialize! Wed., May 18 // 10:00am
Paper Airplane Challenge
How far and fast will yours fly? Show off your skills at this unique challenge! Grades 2-5. Registration required. Thurs., May 19 // 4:00pm
Events for Teens South County Library
Crafty Creators {Just Drop In} Duct Tape Projects Mon., May 2 // 4:00-8:00pm Sand Art Mon., May 9 // 4:00-8:00pm Pom Pom Bookmarks Mon., May 16 // 4:00-8:00pm All Scream, Ice Cream! Mon., May 23 // 4:00-8:00pm
Bored? Games!
Play games & eat snacks with friends! Fri., May 13 // 4:00-6:00pm
Strategy Gaming
Play games that make you think! Tues., May 17 // 5:00-7:00pm
Popcorn Bar
Cinco De Mayo
Let’s have a fiesta! Thurs., May 5 // 4:00-7:00pm
DIY Popcorn & toppings. Fri., May 20 // 4:00-6:00pm
ANIME After Hours
Comic Book Day
Read comics, watch comics! Sat., May 7 // 11:00am-1:00pm
Have fun when the library is closed. Registration required! 540.777.8788 Fri., May 20 // 6:00-8:00pm
Coding Club
Star Wars Episode VII
All things techy! Thurs., May 12 // 6:00-7:30pm
Watch the movie. Sat., May 28 // 12:00-2:00pm
Glenvar Library
Crafty Creators {Just Drop In} Sand Art Wed., May 4 // 4:00-6:00pm Emoji Pillows Wed., May 11 // 4:00-6:00pm Duct Tape Projects Wed., May 18 // 4:00-6:00pm
Cinco De Mayo Party
Let’s have a fiesta! Thurs., May 5 // 4:00-7:00pm
Anime Club
All things anime & manga! Tues., May 10 // 6:00-8:00pm
Book Club
Discuss the books we read this spring & let’s have a party! Thurs., May 12 // 4:00-5:30pm
Star Wars Episode VII
Watch the movie. Thurs., May 26 // 4:00-6:00pm
Events for Teens Hollins Library
DIY Tote Decorating
Make your own tote bag to carry around all of your summer goodies! Thurs., May 5 // 6:30-7:30pm
Minecraft Club
Everything Minecraft! Mon., May 23 // 6:00-7:30pm
Anime Club
All things anime & manga! Tues., May 10 // 6:00-8:00pm
Gaming Tournament
Super Smash Bros tourney! Winner gets a prize! Registration required. Thurs., May 19 // 6:00-8:00pm
Gaming Club
Play games & eat snacks! Thurs., May 26 // 6:00-8:00pm
Vinton Library
Gaming Tournament
Chess Night
Play this game of strategy with snacks! Mon., May 2 // 6:00-8:00pm
Cinco De Mayo
Mario Kart 8 tourney! Winner gets a prize. Registration required. Mon., May 18 // 6:00-8:00pm
Anime Club
All things anime & manga! Wed., May 18 // 6:00-8:00pm
Let’s have a fiesta! Thurs., May 5 // 4:00-7:00pm
Comic Book Day
T.A.B.
Magic: The Gathering Club
Gaming Unplugged
Read comics, watch comics! Sat., May 7 // 11:00am-1:00pm
Play Magic with friends & enjoy snacks! No experience needed. Wed., May 11 // 6:00-8:00pm
Teen Advisory Board! Plan events, meet friends, & have fun! Mon., May 23 // 6:00-7:00pm
Play games & eat snacks with friends! Wed., May 25 // 6:00-8:00pm
Library Hours
South County Library Monday-Thursday 9:00am-9:00pm Friday 9:00am-6:00pm Saturday 9:00am-5:00pm Sunday 1:00pm-5:00pm
Bent Mountain Library Monday & Friday 1:00pm-5:00pm Tuesday & Thursday 5:00pm-9:00pm Wednesday 9:00am-5:00pm Saturday 9:00am-1:00pm Sunday Closed
Glenvar Library Monday-Thursday 9:00am-9:00pm Friday & Saturday 9:00am-5:00pm Sunday Closed
Need a Passport? Call the South County Library @ 540.777.8782
Schedule your appointments early to avoid the rush. Monday-Saturday 9:00am-4:00pm Monday & Tuesday evenings 5:00pm-8:00pm
For more information visit:
roanokecountyva.gov/passports
Hollins Library
Monday-Thursday 9:00am-9:00pm Friday & Saturday 9:00am-5:00pm Sunday Closed
Mt. Pleasant Library Monday 9:00am-5:00pm Tuesday & Thursday 5:00pm-9:00pm Wednesday & Friday 2:00pm-6:00pm Saturday 9:00am-1:00pm Sunday Closed
Vinton Library
Monday-Thursday 9:00am-9:00pm Friday & Saturday 9:00am-5:00pm Sunday 1:00pm-5:00pm
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