MONTGOMERY-FLOYD REGIONAL LIBRARY
Contact Person:
Linda B. Spivey, Outreach and PR Coordinator
(540) 382-6969 ext. 221
lspivey@mfrl.org
Special Events for October 2017
Storytimes at the Blacksburg Library
Toddlers 2-3 years – Tuesdays at 10:00 AM
– Wednesdays at 10:00 AM
Preschoolers 4-5 years – Thursdays at 10:00 AM
Tots 12-24 months – Fridays at 10:30 AM
Babies 0-12 months – Fridays at 11:00 AM
All Ages Storytime – Saturdays at 11:00 AM
Storytimes at the Christiansburg Library
Tots 12-24 months – Mondays at 10:00 AM
– Tuesdays at 10:30 AM
Toddlers 2-3 years – Wednesdays at 10:00 AM
All Ages – Fridays at 11:00 AM
Storytimes at the Jessie Peterman Library, Floyd
All Ages Storytime – Wednesdays at 10:30 AM
Storytimes at the Meadowbrook Public Library, Shawsville
All Ages Storytime – Thursdays at 10:30 AM
Stay and Play, a Library Playgroup
Every Wednesday after Storytime, 10:30 – 11:30 AM, Blacksburg Library
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.
Wee Play, a Library Playgroup
Every Wednesday after Storytime EXCEPT the first Wednesday of the month, 10:30 – 11:30 AM, Christiansburg Library
Parents and caregivers are invited to socialize while supervising an informal play group for their babies and toddlers. Ages 0-4.
Club M.O.M. (Meeting Other Munchkins)
Every Wednesday after Storytime, 11:15 AM – 12:15 PM, Jessie Peterman Library, Floyd
This play group will meet every Wednesday there is a Storytime planned. Relatives can relax and have a cup of tea while their children play with blocks and other toys.
Calligraphy, Embossing, and Printmaking Art Exhibit
All Month, at the Blacksburg Library
Elvira M. Skuzinski is a freelance artist based in Blacksburg who enjoys using a wide variety of materials and techniques in unconventional ways. For this exhibit, she drew inspiration from the books, music, and movies available at her local library to create handcrafted pieces that blur the boundary between positive and negative space. The art world traditionally defines positive space as the main focus of a picture, while negative space is what one sees around and between that subject. Her extraordinary skill and passion for these art techniques are evident in her work.
Children’s Activity Table
All Month, at the Meadowbrook Public Library
Make a variety of autumn and Halloween crafts always something fun to do at the craft table.
Exhibiting Artists: J.W. Myers and Ann-Margaret Shortt
All Month, at the Jessie Peterman Memorial Library
Spend some time with the colorful, bold, historical paintings of J. W. Myers, as well as the intuitively constructed welded sculpture and textile art of Ann-Margaret Shortt.
Harry Potter Fan Art Contest
All Month, at the Christiansburg Library
Submit your Harry Potter themed fanart for a chance to win an illustrated edition of Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban. All submissions must be G/PG.
Have you Zine it?
All Month, at the Blacksburg Library
Stop by the teen section to create your own mini magazine. Ages 11 and up.
Junior Artist Program
All Month, at the Jessie Peterman Memorial Library
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, 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!
Meet the Star Stitchers
All Month, at the Blacksburg Library
Embroidery is an ancient and elegant art form using a threaded needle to embellish a surface. Still vibrantly practiced today, embroidery takes many forms from simple and primitive to richly detailed. Members of the Star Stitchers use beads, silk ribbon, charms, threads, yarn, wool, and linen. There’s no limit to creativity and expression when it comes to embroidery. Come visit the Star Stitchers on the October 25 from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. All skill levels are encouraged and welcome.
Nocturnal Scavenger Hunt
All Month, at the Christiansburg Library
Look for nocturnal animals among the stacks in the children’s area. Turn in your answers for a special treat.
October is National Popcorn AND Pizza Month All Month, at the Jessie Peterman Memorial Library Popcorn and Pizza might not sound like a very good combination. But if you pop on over and guess the correct number of popcorn kernels in the jar you could win a gift certificate for Mickey G’s Bistro and Pizzeria. Enter a guess at every visit to the library.
StoryWalk©
All Month, at the Christiansburg Library
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.
The Complete Tales and Poems of Edgar Allen Poe – Book Raffle
All Month, at the Blacksburg Library
Just in time for Halloween! Register to win the Complete Tales and Poems of Edgar Allan Poe.
Halloween Costume Drive
Sunday, October 1 – Wednesday, October 18, All Day at the Meadowbrook Public Library
We are looking for gently used costumes in all sizes. Drop off a Halloween costume during library hours through October 18. Come to the Halloween Costume Mani on Thursday, October 19, 5:30-6:30 p.m and select a FREE costume for children or adults while costumes last.
VFW Scholarship Opportunity
Sunday, October 1-29 at the Meadowbrook Public Library
Come by the Meadowbrook Library and pick up an application for a VFW Scholarship. Patriots Pen scholarship is for 6th, 7th and 8th graders and the theme is America’s Gift to my Generation. The Voice of Democracy is for 9th-12th grade and the theme is American History: Our Hope for the Future. Entry forms are available at the Meadowbrook Library. For more information call 268-1964. This program is co-sponsored by The Meadowbrook Library and VFW Post and Auxiliary 4920.
Knit and Chat
Sunday, October 1, 2:00 – 4:00 PM at the Christiansburg Library
Sunday, October 15, 2:00 – 4:00 PM at the Christiansburg Library
All ages and all levels are welcome to join this group of knitters and crocheters.
Plant Swap
Sunday, October 1, 2:30 – 3:00 PM at the Blacksburg Library
Assess your garden or houseplant situation and dig up the extras to swap! Start bringing in plants and seeds at 2:00. Swap begins promptly at 2:30! Free and open to everyone!
Floyd Moves It!
Monday, October 2, 12:00 – 1:00 PM at the Jessie Peterman Memorial Library
Thursday, October 5, 12:00 – 1:00 PM at the Jessie Peterman Memorial Library
Monday, October 9, 12:00 – 1:00 PM at the Jessie Peterman Memorial Library
Thursday, October 12, 12:00 – 1:00 PM at the Jessie Peterman Memorial Library
Monday, October 16, 12:00 – 1:00 PM at the Jessie Peterman Memorial Library
Monday, October 23, 12:00 – 1:00 PM at the Jessie Peterman Memorial Library
Thursday, October 26, 12:00 – 1:00 PM at the Jessie Peterman Memorial Library
We’ve added another day! Join members of Healthy Floyd as they work out to various DVDs and youtube videos. Bring a friend, make a friend. Research shows that lunchtime may be the best time of day to exercise. Every Monday and Thursday at noon.
Pumpkin Painting
Monday, October 2, 4:30 PM at the Blacksburg Library
Paint a pumpkin with us to get ready for the fall season! Supplies limited.
Mother and Daughter Teen Book Club
Monday, October 2, 5:00 – 6:00 PM at the Christiansburg Library
This month the group is discussing The Thing About Jellyfish by Ali Benjamin.
English Conversation and More
Monday, October 2, 6:30 – 7:30 PM at the Blacksburg Library
Monday, October 9, 6:30 – 7:30 PM at the Blacksburg Library
Monday, October 16, 6:30 – 7:30 PM at the Blacksburg Library
Monday, October 23, 6:30 – 7:30 PM at the Blacksburg Library
Monday, October 30, 6:30 – 7:30 PM at the Blacksburg Library
Instruction provided by Virginia Tech Language and Culture Institute. Participants will explore a variety of topics through English conversation with coaching from an experienced ESL instructor. Register at the Blacksburg Library.
Medicare Part D
Tuesday, October 3, 11:00 AM at the Meadowbrook Public Library
What’s new? When can I enroll or change my plan? These and other important questions and information on plan changes and deadlines will be presented by Deena Flinchum, VICAP Counselor with NRV Agency on Aging. Deena will discuss ways to get coverage, learn what the drug plan covers, the types of costs you’ll pay in a Medicare drug plan and how Part D works with other insurance. A fun game of bingo will be played following presentation. Bring a dish to share for the luncheon. Sponsored by Montgomery County Parks and Recreation. Registration required.
Brick Blast
Tuesday, October 3, 4:30 – 5:30 PM at the Blacksburg Library
Duplos and Legos available for free play. Open to all ages.
English Classes/Clases de Inglés
Wednesday, October 4, 10:30 – 11:30 AM at the Meadowbrook Public Library
Wednesday, October 11, 10:30 – 11:30 AM at the Meadowbrook Public Library
Wednesday, October 18, 10:30 – 11:30 AM at the Meadowbrook Public Library
Wednesday, October 25, 10:30 – 11:30 AM at the Meadowbrook Public Library
Each Wednesday (Miércoles) English Classes/Clases de Inglés . Free/Gratis. Literacy Volunteers of the New River Valley will be at the Meadowbrook Public Library. Para más informacíon, llame (540) 268-1964.
Talking About Books
Wednesday, October 4, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM at the Christiansburg Library
This month the group is discussing My Name is Lucy Barton by Elizabeth Strout.
Talking About Books
Wednesday, October 4, 6:00 PM at the Meadowbrook Public Library
We will discuss Lab Girl by Hope Jahren. Join us for coffee and great discussion. Call to reserve your copy.
Body Sized Cardboard Building
Thursday, October 5, 2:00 – 3:00 PM at the Christiansburg Library
Learn to construct on a large scale out of cardboard. Help to build a sculpture that may live in the library. Recommended for ages 10 and up.
Scrabble Club
Thursday, October 5, 4:00 – 6:00 PM at the Jessie Peterman Memorial Library
Thursday, October 12, 4:00 – 6:00 PM at the Jessie Peterman Memorial Library
Thursday, October 19, 4:00 – 6:00 PM at the Jessie Peterman Memorial Library
Thursday, October 26, 4:00 – 6:00 PM at the Jessie Peterman Memorial Library
Calling all Scrabble fans! We will meet every Thursday. Join us for a fun & friendly game. Cheat sheets and Scrabble dictionaries are available.
Creative Writing Workshop
Thursday, October 5, 5:30 – 7:00 PM at the Meadowbrook Public Library
Thursday, October 12, 5:30 – 7:00 PM at the Meadowbrook Public Library
Thursday, October 19, 5:30 – 7:00 PM at the Meadowbrook Public Library
Thursday, October 26, 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.
Essential Oils
Thursday, October 5, 7:00 – 8:00 PM at the Christiansburg Library
Sick and Tired of being Sick and Tired? Supporting your Endocrine System with Essential Oils.
Star Wars Reads Day
Friday, October 6, All Day at the Christiansburg Library
Pick up Star Wars activity sheets all day long.
Teen Read Week Open Mic
Friday, October 6, 6:30 PM at the Blacksburg Library
Celebrate Teen Read Week at an after-hours open mic! Enter your name into a drawing to be the first to check out John Green’s newest book Turtles All the Way Down. Ages 11 and up.
Embossed Greetings Workshop
Saturday, October 7, 2:00 – 3:00 PM at the Blacksburg Library
Easily personalize greeting cards and postcards with an innovative embossing technique that does not require heated powders or expensive materials. Elvira M. Skuzinski, a local freelance calligrapher and graphic designer who has deigned who has designed personalized stationery for over twenty-five years, will lead this workshop. Advanced registration is required.
Fall Harvest
Saturday, October 7, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM at the Meadowbrook Public Library
Lots of free activities/vendors/food/music/ Darin Handy Exotic Animal Show/ Music By Tim Thornton, Stonehouse, and Fort Vause, Best Pie Contest/Painted Pumpkin Contest. Hayrides & Free Pumpkins for the kids. Fun for the whole family! Special Thank you to our Sponsors: Farmland Equipment-Christiansburg. Montgomery County Friends of the Library, Bill Ryan, Scott Hagood, Meadowbrook Quilters, & Mt. Valley Charitable Foundation. Don’t miss out on this fun filled event. For more information call 268-1964.
Teen Read Week
Sunday, October 8 – Saturday, October 14, All Day at the Christiansburg Library
Color a book mark in the teen area.
Teen Read Week
Sunday, October 8 – Saturday, October 14, All Day at the Blacksburg Library
Visit the teen area for information on how to vote for the YALSA Teen’s Top 10 Books. Voting ends on October 14th.
Stem Club
Monday, October 9, 1:00 – 2:00 PM at the Christiansburg Library
Crazy 8’s Math Club
Monday, October 9, 2:00 PM at the Blacksburg Library
Join us for our monthly homeschool math club.
Writing Workshop
Monday, October 9, 5:30 – 6:30 PM at the Christiansburg Library
Monday, October 23, 5:30 – 6:30 PM at the Christiansburg Library
Workshop your writing pieces with fellow writers. For adults.
Creative Writing Workshop – BB
Monday, October 9, 6:30 – 7:30 PM at the Blacksburg Library
Monday, October 23, 6:30 – 7:30 PM at the Blacksburg Library
Whether you see yourself as a novelist, teacher, or simply writing for pleasure, we invite you to join a supportive community of writers engaged in developing their writing skills. This Creative Writing Workshop allows writers, established and emerging, to share their work in an inspiring setting. Bring a short piece you’ve written to share and receive feedback. Advance registration required.
Coffee Break at the Library
Tuesday, October 10, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM at the Christiansburg Library
Bring the kids and let them play while you relax with coffee and chat with friends! All before nap time!
Talking about Books: Nonfiction
Tuesday, October 10, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM at the Blacksburg Library
Join in a book discussion about the book Hillbilly Elegy by J.D. Vance. No commitment is required – drop in when it suits you.
Power Girls Mother/Daughter Book Club
Tuesday, October 10, 5:00 – 6:00 PM at the Blacksburg Library
Join us for an interest meeting for a new year of Mother/ Daughter Book Club. Girls ages 7-11. Let’s read fun books which will empower our girls to climb every mountain. For this meeting, let’s talk about what kind of books we like and see who is interested. Light refreshments will be provided.
Electricity and Magnetism
Tuesday, October 10, 5:30 – 6:30 PM at the Meadowbrook Public Library
Learn about circuits and make your own light up craft to take home! Compete to see who can make the strongest electromagnet for a prize. Recommended for ages 8 and up.
Free Tutoring
Tuesday, October 10, 6:00 PM at the Meadowbrook Public Library
Need tutoring help? T. Byron Kelly with Advance Tutoring will provide FREE tutoring help at 6:00 p.m. every Second Tuesday. By appointment only.
Bingo for Adults
Wednesday, October 11, 2:00 – 3:00 PM at the Jessie Peterman Memorial Library
Wednesday, October 25, 2:00 – 3:00 PM at the Jessie Peterman Memorial Library
Looking for something to do? How about a few games of Bingo? Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month. PRIZES!
Exploring Nanoscience
Wednesday, October 11, 2:30 PM at the Blacksburg Library
Come on a journey into the tiny world of nanoscience. Ages 7 and up.
Stem Challenge
Wednesday, October 11, 2:30 PM at the Christiansburg Library
Make a hoop flyer out of the provided materials and see how far you can make it fly. All Ages welcome.
Crazy 8s Math Club
Wednesday, October 11, 4:00 – 5:00 PM at the Jessie Peterman Memorial Library
Crazy 8s is a recreational after-school math club that helps children enjoy the math behind their favorite activities! We’ll use glow sticks, beach balls, money and more. For children in Grades 3-5. Space is limited and registration is required. Today’s session is Beach Ball Party using addition, subtraction, multiplication and optimization.
Evening Book Talk
Wednesday, October 11, 6:30 – 7:30 PM at the Christiansburg Library
This month the group is discussing Rebecca by Daphne Du Maurier.
Talking About Books
Thursday, October 12, 11:00 AM at the Meadowbrook Public Library
We will discuss Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane by Lisa See. Join us for coffee and great discussion. Call to reserve your copy.
Talking About Books
Thursday, October 12, 2:00 – 3:30 PM at the Jessie Peterman Memorial Library
Join us as we discuss Mary Doria Russell’s The Sparrow. Newcomers are always welcome. Ask for a copy at the Circulation Desk.
Friends of the Library
Thursday, October 12, 3:30 – 4:30 PM at the Jessie Peterman Memorial Library
The quarterly Friends of the Library meeting will take place in the Community Room. All are welcome to join!
BookMarks: RECYCLE*RECLAIM*RECREATE
Saturday, October 14, All Day at the Meadowbrook Public Library
Stop by all day on Saturday and enjoy making a Candy Corn Magnet- recycled craft. We have all the supplies for this craft.
PAWS to Read with Yogi
Saturday, October 14, 12:00 – 1:00 PM at the Blacksburg Library
Parents, reserve a 10 minute reading slot for your child to practice reading aloud to a certified therapy dog, a sweet Golden Retriever named “Yogi,” and his handler, Dr. Corrigan.
Genealogy Programs
Saturday, October 14, 1:00 PM at the Meadowbrook Public Library
Are you interested in learning about your ancestors and where you came from? Genealogy is one of the fastest growing pastimes in the United States. The Meadowbrook Public Library is offering a Beginning Genealogy Program on Saturday, October 14 at 1:00 p.m. Corinna Burner will present the basics of genealogy. On Saturday, October 21 at 1:00 p.m. there will be a hands on training in the computer lab with Corinna showing how to work with some of the on-line genealogy databases. Space for the computer part of the presentation is limited, please call or come into the Meadowbrook Library to register. 540-268-1964.
It’s for the Birds!
Saturday, October 14, 2:00 PM at the Blacksburg Library
Join us to learn about birds migrating for the winter from the Virginia Master Naturalists and make recycled bird feeders. All ages welcome.
Intro to Role Playing
Saturday, October 14, 3:00 – 5:00 PM at the Christiansburg Library
Join us for an afternoon of tabletop roleplaying (RPG) and snacks. All materials provided, for ages 11 and up.
Pajama Storytime
Monday, October 16, 6:30 – 7:00 PM at the Christiansburg Library
Bring your favorite Lovie and snuggle down for some stories at the library! All ages welcome!
Autumn & Halloween Painted Rocks
Tuesday, October 17, 5:00 – 6:00 PM at the Meadowbrook Public Library
Are you seeing the rocks around your Shawsville and Elliston community? Come join us for some painting fun and spreading joy to your community by leaving rocks in unusual places. We will have rocks, paint you just bring your ideas and creativity. No previous skills needed. Feel free to bring your own rocks that are hand held size to paint if you have a special rock of your own” FREE supplies will be available to make painted rocks at this program.
Art Club for homeschoolers
Wednesday, October 18, 2:00 – 3:00 PM at the Christiansburg Library
We will be creating art inspired by Frank Stella, a minimalist artist.
Montgomery-Floyd Regional Library Trustees will meet on Wednesday, October 18, 7:00 PM at the Christiansburg Library.
Special Floyd Moves It! Thursday, October 19, 12:00 – 1:00 PM at the Jessie Peterman Memorial Library Special guest, Brigitte Williams, personal trainer with Floyd Fitness, will lead this class.
Halloween Costume Mania
Thursday, October 19, 5:30 – 6:30 PM at the Meadowbrook Public Library
Pick out a free costume for children or adults while costumes last. First come first serve.
Self-Healing
Thursday, October 19, 6:30 – 7:30 PM at the Blacksburg Library
Wednesday, October 25, 6:30 – 7:30 PM at the Blacksburg Library
Chinese Medical Doctor Joy Yang will explain what you can do to help your body function better and heal faster and more thoroughly. The self-healing skills taught are based on traditional Chinese Medicine. These include acupressure points, moxibustion, mediation, the six healing sounds, cupping, and learning to unblock the Qi in meridians. Physical symptoms related to stress/anxiety that can be resolved include various body pains (e.g. neck, shoulders, back), insomnia, digestion problems, and headaches. Emotional symptoms that can be resolved include emotional eating, uncontrolled crying, irritableness, intrusive thoughts, and more.
Post-Crossing Postcard Workshop
Saturday, October 21, 2:00 – 3:00 PM at the Blacksburg Library
Write and decorate a postcard to someone, somewhere in the world! Learn more about how to sign your family up for Post-Crossing, and exchange project that invites everyone to send and receive postcards. We will supply the postcards, decorations, and light refreshments. This program is open to adults and children, ages 10 and older. No registration needed.
Author Talk with Sharyn McCrumb
Sunday, October 22, 2:00 – 3:30 PM at the Blacksburg Library
Sharyn McCrumb, an award-winning Appalachian author, best known for her Appalachian “Ballad” novels, will join us to introduce her new novel, The Unquiet Grave. This novel is based on a true story of West Virginia’s Greenbrier Ghost that happened in 1897.Autographed books will be available for purchase. Event co-sponsored by the Friends of the Montgomery-Floyd Regional Library.
Needle Crafting Group
Sunday, October 22, 2:00 – 3:00 PM at the Meadowbrook Public Library
Bring your knitting needles, crochet hooks, and cross stitch to work on while socializing with others. This group meets each month on the fourth Sunday at 2:00 p.m.
Ruin a book with one letter
Monday, October 23 – Friday, October 27, All Day at the Christiansburg Library
Add a letter to your favorite book title to make it something completely new. Ex The Wizard of Oz becomes The Lizard of Oz. The sillier the title, the better.
Get Crafty!
Monday, October 23, 4:30 PM at the Blacksburg Library
Express your crafty side and create a cute storage jar for your space. Ages 11 and up.
Kids Halloween Decoration Crafternoon
Tuesday, October 24, 2:00 – 3:00 PM at the Christiansburg Library
This is not a trick! Join us for an afternoon of Halloween decoration crafting. Create some spooky crafts and indulge in some treats.
Estate Planning Seminar
Tuesday, October 24, 2:30 – 4:00 PM at the Blacksburg Library
Attorney Jaime Rebkovich will discuss the different documents involved in estate planning, including Advanced Medical Directives, Power of Attorney, and wills. She will discuss what these documents are and why they are important. Join us for this free, informative seminar and bring your questions.
The Paleo Diet and Eating Like a Modern Caveman
Tuesday, October 24, 6:30 – 7:30 PM at the Blacksburg Library
You’ve likely heard of the Paleo Diet, but what are the basice and who is it best for? In this informational Session, Chef Kate Kayne will talk about what it means to “eat like a caveman” and the ‘why’ behind certain foods being included and excluded. She’ll also provide ideas for how to create meals that don’t leave you feeling like youre missing out. Paleo snacks will be served. Kate Kayne is a Certified Natural Chef who works to help people find their best health with food that works for their specific biology. She grew up in Blacksburg, VA and now resides in Fort Collins, CO. Advance registration is recommended.
Crazy 8s Math Club
Wednesday, October 25, 4:00 – 5:00 PM at the Jessie Peterman Memorial Library
Crazy 8s is a recreational after-school math club that helps children enjoy the math behind their favorite activities! We’ll use glow sticks, beach balls, money and more. For children in Grades 3-5. Space is limited and registration is required. Today’s session is Walk on the Wild Side: patterns, series and simple combinations.
Nonfiction Bookclub
Thursday, October 26, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM at the Christiansburg Library
This month the group will be discussing Five Days at Memorial by Sheri Fink.
Pumpkin Painting
Thursday, October 26, 4:00 – 5:00 PM at the Jessie Peterman Memorial Library
It’s time to paint your pumpkin for Halloween. Pumpkins will be provided but registration is required. Feel free to bring your own pumpkin to decorate.
Trunk or Treat
Saturday, October 28, 3:00 – 5:00 PM at the Meadowbrook Public Library
Dress the kids up in their Halloween costumes and bring them to the Meadowbrook Center. This event is for children 12 and under. The Trunk or Treat will be held in the parking lot near the playground –behind the Meadowbrook Public Library. There will be sponsors with trunks filled with treats for the children. Many of these vehicles will be decorated as well. Sponsors for this event include ; VFW -Elliston/Shawsville Post 4920 & VFW Ladies Auxiliary Post 4920, Meadowbrook Public Library, Friends of the Library-Meadowbrook Chapter, Montgomery County , and other community groups . For more information contact the Meadowbrook Public Library. No pets allowed except service animals.
Talking About Books: Fiction
Monday, October 30, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM at the Blacksburg Library
Join in a book discussion about the book by Ian McEwan, The Nutshell, No commitment is required – drop in when it suits you.
Scary Stories: Author Talk with Joanna Roye
Monday, October 30, 6:30 – 7:30 PM at the Blacksburg Library
Join local, budding author Joanna Roye as she reads a classic short horror story just in time for Halloween! She’ll also talk about the genre of horror, the anatomy of a good scary story, and her experiences as a writer. If you haven’t read it yet, you can check out Black Candies: Gross and Unlikable (Edited by Natanya Ann Pulley) and enjoy Joanna’s debut story.
Tomb Raiders Escape Room
Tuesday, October 31, 4:00 – 5:00 PM at the Jessie Peterman Memorial Library
You’ve been caught raiding the mummy’s tomb. Can you solve the clues to escape before the pyramid collapses? Come dressed in your finest Halloween garb. Registration required. For ages 11 & up.
Halloween Crafts
Tuesday, October 31, 4:30 – 5:30 PM at the Blacksburg Library
Join us for an afternoon of Halloween crafts and treats in the children’s area. All ages welcome.
What Goes Bump in the Night
Tuesday, October 31, 4:30 PM at the Christiansburg Library
Explore and learn about nocturnal animals with Emily Newton from Claytor Lake. The program will include exploring specimens and a craft. All ages welcome.
