roanoke county public library
August Calendar of Events
events for adults
South County Library Social Security 101
A beginner’s guide to benefits. Tues., Aug. 2 // 6:00-7:00pm
Virginia 529
How to save for higher education. Tues., Aug. 2 // 7:00-8:00pm
First Tuesday Book Club
Creativity, INC: Overcoming the Unseen by Ed Catmull Tues., Aug. 2 // 7:00-8:00pm
iPad Classes
iPad for Beginners, Fee: $20.00 Tues., Aug. 2 // 2:00-4:00pm
The Hit the Roof Band
Duet of keyboardist & drummer reinvigorates old songs with a new twist. A musical afternoon of ragtime, swing, rock n’ roll, blues, & New Orleans piano. Sat., Aug. 20 // 2:00-3:00pm
Getting to the Root of Genealogy
Trace your family history. Two day class, Fee: $40 Wed., Aug. 24 // 2:00-4:00pm Thurs., Aug. 25 // 2:00-4:00pm
Colorist Club
iPad: The Next Step, Fee: $20.00 Tues., Aug. 9 // 2:00-4:00pm
A coloring club for adults. Wed., Aug. 24 // 6:30-8:30pm
iPad III, Fee: $20.00 Tues., Aug. 16 // 2:00-4:00pm
Fourth Thursday Book Club
Writers Workshop
Monthly writing exercises followed by a reading & critique of up to five double-spaced pages of your writing. Tues., Aug. 9 // 6:30-8:30pm
Movies for Grownups
The Orphan Train by Christina Baker Kline Thurs., Aug. 25 // 10:00-11:00am
Upcycle Friday
Drop in to make new journals out of old books. Call to register. Fri., Aug. 26 // 2:00-4:00pm
Race (PG-13) Tues., Aug. 16 // 6:00pm
Bent Mtn. Library
Mt. Pleasant Library Happy Planner!
Book Club
The Nightingale by Kristen Hannah Fri., Aug. 19 // 2:30-3:30pm
Drop in to learn about the creative way to plan your life! Bring your own planner or come for information. Tues., Aug. 16 // 4:00-7:00pm
Glenvar Library Summer Fest
BYOY
End your summer with food, games, & fun for all ages! Sat., Aug. 20 // 11:00am-2:00pm
Bring Your Own Yarn. Thursdays // 6:30pm
Mystery Book Club
Private Games by James Patterson Tues., Aug. 9 // 6:00-7:30pm
Glenvar Book Club
We Were Liars by E. Lockhart Wed., Aug. 10 // 6:30-8:00pm
DMV2Go
Let the DMV come to you. Mon., Aug. 22 // 9:00am-4:00pm
Hollins Library
Book Sale: Box Day!
Bring a box & fill it up for just $3.00. Mon., Aug. 1 // all day
Blood Drive
Sign-up online at www.vadonor.org or just walk in. Appointments are recommended. Mon., Aug. 1 // 2:00-6:00pm
Hooks & Needles
Crochet your own little owl. Please bring your own crochet hook - either size 2, 3, or 4. Tues., Aug. 2 // 6:00-8:00pm
Computer Basics
Learn the simple computer functions. Fee: $10.00 Wed., August 3 // 6:00-8:00pm
Word Basics
Learn the capabilities of Microsoft Word. Fee: $10.00 Tues., Aug. 9 // 6:00-8:00pm
Color It Away
A coloring club for adults. Tues., Aug. 16 // 6:00-8:00pm
Device Q & A
Bring your own device & we will help answer your questions. Thurs., Aug. 18 // 2:00-4:00pm
Reading Adventurers
Defending Jacob by William Landay Thurs., Aug. 18 // 6:00-8:00pm
Pet Workshop
Presented by Angels of Assisi’s Vet Assistant, Kristel Brizendine. Sat., Aug. 20 // 2:00-4:00pm
Tie Dye
Bring your own item to dye! Tues., Aug. 23 // 6:00-8:00pm
Movie Night
The Huntsman: Winter’s War (PG-13) Thurs., Aug. 25 // 6:00pm
Breakfast Foods
Presented by Virginia Cooperative Extension’s Master Food Volunteers. Sat., Aug. 27 // 11:00am-12:15pm
Paper Crafting
Make window stars. Tues., Aug. 30 // 6:00-8:00pm
Vinton Library Open Bridge Club
Purls & Tea
Saturday Morning Cartoons
Roanoke Valley Dulcimers
Come play! Registration required. Tuesdays // 3:00-5:00pm Watch some of the best cartoons from the past! Bring your own blanket or chair for patio seating. Saturdays // 10:00am-12:00pm
National Coloring Week
Stop by & color our jumbo poster. Mon., Aug. 1 - Fri., Aug. 7
Movies on the Patio
Bring a blanket or a lawn chair & enjoy a movie outside! Ferris Bueller’s Day Off Tues., Aug. 2 // 6:30pm Grease Tues., Aug. 9 // 6:30pm
Meet up for knitters & crocheters. Sat., Aug. 6 // 10:00am-12:00pm A group for sharing songs, playing techniques, & the history of the mountain dulcimer. Beginning players are welcome! Sat., Aug. 6 // 2:00-4:00pm
Device Power Hour(s)
Bring your own device & we can help answer your questions. Mon., Aug. 8 // 2:00-3:00pm Tues., Aug. 16 & 30 // 3:00-4:00pm Thurs., Aug. 25 // 3:00-4:00pm
Yack & Yarn
A social group for fiber folks. Mon., Aug. 8 // 6:00-8:00pm Tues., Aug. 23 // 6:30-8:30pm
Harry Potter & The Sorcerer’s Stone Thurs., Aug. 11 // 10:00am Angry Birds Tues., Aug. 16 // 6:30pm School of Rock Tues., Aug. 23 // 6:30pm Footloose Tues., Aug. 30 // 6:30pm *in the event of inclement weather movies may be canceled. Call for updates.
64 Shades of Vinton
A coloring club for adults. Wed., Aug. 3 // 6:00-8:00pm Mon., Aug. 15 // 6:00-8:00pm
Vinton Book Club
Andrew’s Brain by E.L. Doctorow Thurs., Aug. 4 // 2:00-3:00pm
DMV2Go
Let the DMV come to you. Tues., Aug. 9 // 9:00am-4:00pm
Bite Club
A paranormal romance book club. Tues., Aug. 9 // 7:00-8:00pm
Word 2016 Essentials
Want to learn more of the basics that are essential to successfully using Word 2016? Come to this free class. Wed., Aug. 10 // 2:00-4:00pm
As The Page Turns Book Club Stella Bain by Anita Shreve Wed., Aug. 10 // 2:00-3:00pm
Knit-A-Long
Learn to knit Fair Isle. Call to register. Wed., Aug. 10 // 6:00-8:00pm
Guitar Workshop
Brush up on your skills or learn to play if you are a newbie. Thurs., Aug. 11 // 6:00-7:00pm
HaikuJAM
Come join us for a live JAM! Where one person starts& two will finish. For teens & adults. Call to register. Sat., Aug. 13 // 2:30pm
Paper Blooms Project
The Paper Blooms Project is a collaborative-based exhibition that will be composed of a collection of handmade paper flowers to create a community garden. This exhibition will be made by volunteers to unite & support the community through art. Learn to create beautiful paper flowers that will be added to the exhibition at Roanoke College. Call to register. Limit to 15. Wed., Aug. 17 // 2:00-4:00pm
Excel 2016 Essentials
Want to learn more of the basics that are essential to successfully using Excel 2016? Come to this free class. Wed., Aug. 17 // 2:00-4:00pm
Keeping Debt Under Control
When your debt is out of control, the road to your financial security may take a detour. Know the warning signs of a credit crisis to avoid overwhelming debt. Learn how to bypass the debt detour. Presented by Member One Federal Credit Union. Call to register. Thurs., Aug. 18 // 6:30pm
English Paper Piecing
Discover the joy of this time-honored quilt making skill. Call to register. Mon., Aug. 22 // 6:00-8:00pm
Windows 10
New Windows user or uncomfortable with the newest update? Register for this free class. Wed., Aug. 24 // 2:00-4:00pm
Book Sale
Come find your new favorite book at low prices! Fri., Aug. 26 to Sun., Aug. 28
Extreme Couponing
Learn tips & tricks to save you money when you go shopping! Tues., Aug. 30 // 6:00pm
kid, teen, & adult Summer Reading Programs end on August 5th. Call your library for more details
events for kids
South County Library Pokémon Club
Gotta catch ‘em all! Ages 6-12. Mon., Aug. 8 // 4:00pm
Crafternoon
Summertime crafts! Grades K+. Wed., Aug. 10 // 3:00pm
Lego Club
Build cool things! Ages 6-12. Wed., Aug. 17 // 4:00pm
Bent Mtn. Library
Mt. Pleasant Library
Sensory Fun!
Summer Wrap Up!
Join us for some hands-on fun! Come dressed to play! Wed., Aug. 3 // 10:00am
Legos & ice cream & fun! Fri., Aug. 19 // 1:00pm
Glenvar Library
Crafternoon
Lego Club
Build a cool robot! Ages 6-12. Mon., Aug. 1 // 4:00pm
Science Lab
Book art! Grades K+. Wed., Aug. 10 // 3:00pm
Build your own catapult! Come experiment. Grades 2-5. Thurs., Aug. 18 // 3:00pm
Hollins Library Minute To Win It
Compete to Win! Ages 7-11. Thurs., Aug. 4 // 2:00pm
Lego Club
Build cool things! Ages 5-11. Tues., Aug. 9 // 6:30pm
Art Explosion!
Drop in for a variety of arts & crafts! Thurs., Aug. 11 // 10:00am-12:00pm
Science Lab
Make your own rocket! Ages 7-11. Tues., Aug. 16 // 2:00pm
Vinton Library Pokémon Club
Gotta catch ‘em all! Grades 2-6. Tues., Aug. 2 // 4:00pm
Art Explosion
Drop in for a variety of arts & crafts! Wed., Aug 3 // 10:00am
events for teens End of the Summer Lock-In! {at South County Library}
Celebrate the end of summer with us! Stay at the library all night long for games, movies, activities, & fun. Drawing winners will be announced. You do not have to be present to win!
REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Call 540-777-8788 today.
South County Library DIY Frostys
Drop in to make a delicious treat. Mon., Aug. 1 // 3:00-6:00pm
Gaming Tournament
Mario Kart 8. Go for the gold! Wed., Aug. 3 // 6:00-8:00pm
Altered Books
Take apart & recreate a book. Thurs., Aug. 4 // 2:00-4:00pm
Minecraft Competition
Popcorn Bar
Drop into the teen center for popcorn & games all afternoon. Wed., Aug. 10 // 12:00-4:00pm
Candy Bar & Movies
Pick out your favorite candy & enjoy snacking on it during movies. Mon., Aug. 15 // 12:00-5:00pm
DIY Pizza
Make your own mini pizza. Wed., Aug. 24 // 4:00-6:00pm
Compete in a quest. Tues., Aug. 9 // 2:00-4:00pm
Glenvar Library Chalkboard Magnets
Minecraft Competition
Gaming Tournaments
Candy Bar & Movies
Drop in to make locker decorations. Mon., Aug. 1 // 2:00-4:00pm
Pokken Thurs., Aug. 4 // 6:00-8:00pm Mario Kart 8 Thurs., Aug. 18 // 6:00-8:00pm
Compete in a quest. Wed., Aug. 10 // 2:00-4:00pm
Pick out your favorite candy & enjoy snacking on it during movies. Wed., Aug. 24 // 4:00-6:00pm
Hollins Library
Spam Olympics
Duct Tape Planters
Silent Library
Gaming Tournament
Compete with all things Spam-y. Tues., Aug. 2 // 4:00-6:00pm
Shh...Be quiet! Mon., Aug. 8 // 4:00-6:00pm
Drop in to make something cute. Tues., Aug. 16 // 2:00-4:00pm
Play Mario Kart 8 on the Wii-U. Thurs., Aug. 4 // 6:00-8:00pm
Vinton Library Spam Olympics
Compete with all things Spam-y. Wed., Aug. 3 // 2:00-4:00pm
Gaming Tournament
Play Mario Kart 8 on the Wii-U. Thurs., Aug. 4 // 6:00-8:00pm
Minecraft Competition Compete in a quest. Mon., Aug. 8 // 6:00-8:00pm
Popcorn Day
Drop into the teen center for popcorn. Thurs., Aug. 11 // 1:00-3:00pm
Chalkboard Magnets
Drop in to make locker decorations. Thurs., Aug. 18 // 2:00-4:00pm
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Call us to register for events! South County Library 540.772.7507
Hollins Library 540.561.8024
Bent Mountain Library 540.929.4700
Mt. Pleasant Library 540.427.3130
Glenvar Library 540.387.6163
Vinton Library 540.857.5043