Storytimes at Blacksburg Library:
- Tots storytime for children 12-24 months old
Fridays at 10:30 a.m. - Baby time for children 0-24 months old
Fridays at 11 a.m. - Toddler time for children 2 to 3 years old
Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. - Preschool storytime for children 4 to 5 years old
Thursdays at 10 a.m. - All ages storytime
Saturdays at 11 a.m.
Storytimes at Christiansburg Library:
- Storytime for children ages 12-24 months
Mondays at 10 a.m. and Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. - Storytime for toddlers ages 2-3
Wednesdays at 10 a.m. - Storytime for all ages
Fridays at 11 a.m. - Pajama storytime for all ages
June 8, 6:30-7 p.m.
Storytimes at Meadowbrook Public Library:
- All Ages Storytime
Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.
Stay and Play, Wednesdays 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Under their parent’s supervision, babies and toddlers can play during this informal gathering. This program is for ages 0-4 and meets in the storytime room.
Meet the Artist: Susan Hensley’s Exhibit on Display, June-July
Blacksburg artist and photographer, Susan Hensley, works in oil, watercolor, mixed media, collage, digital photography, and costume jewelry.
Adult Reading Challenge, June-July
Each week enter your name into our drawing for a chance at a prize.
StoryWalk©, June-July
Exercise your brain and body as you walk the trail while stopping to read. Begin at the library or the College Street entrance of Downtown Park.
Montgomery Museum and Lewis Miller Regional Art Center Exhibit: Ruth Lefko, June-July
Local artist, Ruth Lefko, will display her art for the Montgomery Museum and Lewis Miller Regional Art Center.
Junior Artist Program, June-July
Become a Junior Artist and earn a sketchbook. Just pick up an art card at the front desk, visit Miss Jessie’s Gallery, answer a few questions, and then return your signed card to the front desk for a bookmark. Complete five cards and you will get your very own artist sketchbook. Parental assistance is encouraged, particularly for the littlest Junior Artists.
Children’s Activity Table, June-July
Make a variety of summer crafts.
Ice Tea Triva, June-July
How much do you know about Ice Tea? Take our quiz and be entered for a chance to win a prize.
BackPack Program Donations, June-July
The Meadowbrook Public Library is a collection point for items needed for the BackPack Program. Bring your donations of the following items to the library during June: Pop-tops, ravioli, applesauce, peanut butter, plastic bottles of jelly, cereal, 100% Juice boxes, canned tuna or chicken, mac and cheese, Ramen noodles, canned fruit, granola bars or cereal bars. We will also be collecting school supplies for these children.
Artist in Residence; Irma Pillsbury, June- July
Irma Pillsbury will display her art.
Talking About Books, June 7, 11-12 p.m.
This month the group is discussing A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman.
LED Crafting, 1 p.m.
Use led lights, copper and coin batteries to make unique crafts that light up. Recommended for ages 8 and up.
Giant Box Building Challenge, June 7, 2 p.m.
Recommended for ages 7 and up.
Paper Crane Folding demonstration, June 7, 2:30 p.m.
Talking About Books, June 7, 6:00 p.m.
We will discuss Hillbilly Elegy by J.D. Vance. Join us for coffee and great discussion. Call to reserve your copy.
Power of the Pen: Online Writing Class, June 8, 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Meadowbrook Public Library is hosting a free online writing class through the University of Iowa. Connect with local and international writers; learn from award-winning authors and teachers at the Iowa Writer’s Workshop. Sign up for the Massive Online Open Course. “Power of the Pen: Identities and Social Issues in Fiction and Nonfiction” and join us in the computer lab for a quiet place to view coursework and submit assignments. Work at your own pace with the support of local writers. Call 540-268-1964 for more information.
Creative Writing Workshop, June 8, 5:30-7 p.m.
Thursday, June 8, 5:30 – 7:00 PM at the Meadowbrook Public Library. Join us at the Meadowbrook Public Library to improve your writing. Bring your work for small-group feedback and editing. We’ll meet every Thursday of the month.
Marbled Flower Pots, June 8, 11-12 p.m.
Make a marbled flower pot to showcase for summer.
Talking About Books, June 8 11-12 p.m.
We will discuss Underground Railroad by Colson Whitehead. Join us for coffee and great discussion. Call to reserve your copy.
Art Attack: Henna and Body Art, June 8, 2 p.m.
Join us and learn how to create awesome henna body art. Supplies provided, ages 11 and up.
Talking About Books, June 8, 2-3 p.m.
Join us for a special meeting of Talking About Books. We will discuss Jim Minick’s new fiction offering, “Fire is Your Water” as well as plan for the next season of books. Bring your suggestions — fiction, nonfiction, poetry, short stories — to the table and we’ll all decide. Just make sure they’re no more than 400 pages and that they have something to actually discuss.
Teen Geek Out! June 8, 4 p.m.
Do you love anime, Star Wars, Minecraft, Harry Potter, or any other geeky stuff? Enter our costume competition, create your own comic strip, and enjoy geeky crafts with friends
Pickles & Pickling, June 8, 6-7:30 p.m.
Certified Health Coach Ini Beckman will demonstrate the process for pickling cucumbers, beets, daikon radish, and sauerkraut with the lacto-fermentation method, using whey and sea salt. Tastings, recipes, and notes will be available for attendees.
Family Forts, June 9, 2 p.m.
Bring your blankets, your sleeping bags, and your family to help turn the community room into a giant fort-fest. Enjoy camping stories, crafts, and snacks. Open to all ages.
Burst My Bubble Game demonstration, June 10, 11-1 p.m.
Come learn a new tabletop game, Burst My Bubble, with the creator, Dan Crutchfield.
Design a T-shirt, June 10, 11-12 p.m.
Bring a white or light colored t-shirt from home and create your own designs with fabric markers.
PAWS To Read: Dog Edition, June 10, 12-1 p.m.
Bob and his sweet, senior dog Betty, a certified therapy dog, will listen to children practice reading aloud. Reserve a ten minute reading slot for your child today.
A Series of Unfortunate Meals: Reptile Room, June 10, 12:30-2 p.m.
Beef Stroganoff may have an unfortunate name, but at the library, we wouldn’t judge a dish by its name any more than we would judge a book by
Series of Unfortunate Events, and stay for lunch, dessert, and crafts inspired required.
Bingo, June 10, 3 p.m.
Play Bingo for a various prizes. Refreshments served. All ages welcome.
Chalk Art and Bubble Party, June 10, 3 p.m.
Join us for an afternoon party full of bubbly, crafting fun. All ages.
Music on the Lawn: The McKenzies, June 10, 7-8:30 p.m.
Join us for our second show in our Music on the Lawn concert series. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets. This free concert is rain or shine.
Loving Movie Screening, June 12, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Loving v. Virginia case with this award-winning movie.
Writing Workshop, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Talking About Books: Nonfiction, June 13, 11-12 p.m.
Join in a book discussion about the book, The Boys in the Boat, by Daniel Brown. No commitment is required.
Life Size Games, June 13, 3 p.m.
Come play life size Candyland and Jenga and participate in a library-wide scavenger hunt. We have the games, you have the fun.
