No Storytime August 12-September 3
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.
Stay and 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 years.
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.
Art Exhibit: Sue Hossack
All Month of August, at the Blacksburg Library
Sue began painting after retiring in 2013. She paints mostly in acrylic and ink, and prefers subjects with strong shadows such as trees, still lifes, boats, and animals, using vivid colors to bring the objects to life. Sue has a studio at the Art Bank in Newport, VA. View her beautiful artwork on display this month.
Artist in Residence: Lisa Wood’s Art Students
All Month of August, at the Christiansburg Library
This season’s exhibit features pencil drawings by the students of Lisa Wood.
August Book Raffle
All Month of August, at the Blacksburg Library
Cast your ballot to win a copy of House Transformed by Matthew Schoenherr and The Casual Vacancy by J.K. Rowling.
Children’s Activity Table
All Month of August, at the Meadowbrook Public Library
Make a variety of crafts.
- Pluribus Unum
All Month of August, at the Jessie Peterman Memorial Library
Looking for something to do? Come in and help put together a 1,000 piece
puzzle.
DIY Teen Book Club-All Month Blacksburg
Come check out this month’s DIY Teen Book Club. Every Month is a new genre. Pick a book and submit your reviews, and we will post them for everyone to see. Then vote for next month’s genre.
In Miss Jessie’s Gallery
All Month of August, at the Jessie Peterman Memorial Library
On display in Miss Jessie’s Gallery are abstract expressionist Adija Wolf and potter/instructor Aaron Moseley. Wolf’s paintings “dance dimensionally from one to the other and back again, musings on the energetic nature underlying the world we think we know.”– Doug Rubel. Moseley teaches classes at the Floyd Center for the Arts and creates functional work with a specific interest in wood-fire and soda kilns. You don’t want to miss this exhibit!
Leave a Book, Take a Book
All Month of August, at the Christiansburg Library
Can’t figure out what to read next? Or do you have a recommendation? Stop by the Circulation Desk all month long for suggestions or to add your own recommendations!
Lego Hunt
All Month of August, at the Christiansburg Library
Four characters from our Lego books have escaped and are hiding in the library. Find all four, let a librarian know, and win a sticker!
Library BOGGLE
All Month of August, at the Jessie Peterman Memorial Library
BOGGLE is back! Test your word sleuthing skills. How many words will be you able to find on our giant BOGGLE board?
StoryWalk©
All Month of August, at the Christiansburg Library
Exercise your brain and body as you read and walk the trail! Begin at the library or the College Street entrance of Downtown Park. This month’s book is Big Red Barn by Margaret Wise Brown.
Tearable Puns
All Month of August, at the Blacksburg Library
Come take a laugh from us as you begin you school year. Then give us one back as a thank you!
The Credible Hulk Challenge
All Month of August, at the Blacksburg Library
Come give us all your fun facts – from dinosaurs to toothbrushes – just make sure you cite them!
Where’s Rocket?
All Month of August, at the Blacksburg Library
Come see how many rockets you can find throughout the library! Join us in this scavenger hunt!
Ray Bradbury Writing contest
Wednesday, August 1 – Wednesday, August 22, All Day at the Christiansburg Library
Are you an aspiring young sci-fi writer? Submit a one-two page short story to our sci-fi writing contest in honor of Ray Bradbury’s Birthday on August 22nd. Submissions are due upon this date. The contestants’ work will be judged by our very own staff members. The winner will receive a prize and your work will be posted on our teen Instagram page.
Talking About Books
Wednesday, August 1, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM at the Christiansburg Library
This month the group is discussing American Fire by Monica Hesse.
Free Movie
Wednesday, August 1, 2:00 PM at the Meadowbrook Public Library
Blindsided by a new generation of blazing-fast cars, the legendary Lighting McQueen finds himself pushed out of the sport that he loves. Hoping to get back in the game, he turns to Cruz Ramirez, an eager young technician who has her own plans for winning. Rated G. Come enjoy a movie and some lemonade.
Talking About Books
Wednesday, August 1, 6:00 PM at the Meadowbrook Public Library
We will discuss Hidden Figures by Margot Lee Shetterly . Join us for coffee and great discussion. Call to reserve your copy.
Foster Care Informational Session
Thursday, August 2, 5:00 – 7:00 PM at the Blacksburg Library
Have you ever thought about becoming a foster parent? Intercept Youth Services is hosting an informational session. Feel free to drop in and join us for a great discussion about the need for foster families and the process for foster home approval or Call: 1-844-987-KIDS for more information!
Painted Rocks-Tomato Festival Edition
Thursday, August 2, 6:00 PM at the Meadowbrook Public Library
Paint rocks to look like tomatoes to prepare for Eastmont Tomato Festival! Supplies provided.
Treasure Box Craft
Friday, August 3, 2:00 PM at the Christiansburg Library
Decorate a box to keep small treasures in. All ages. Supplies limited.
BookMarks: RECYCLE*RECLAIM*RECREATE
Saturday, August 4, All Day at the Meadowbrook Public Library
Stop by all day on Saturday and enjoy making ephemera elephant . We have all the supplies for this craft.
Bingo
Saturday, August 4, 11:00 AM at the Christiansburg Library
Play bingo for prizes. Refreshments served. All ages.
PAWS to Read
Saturday, August 4, 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, “Moose” and his handler, Trent.
Celebrate Lions!
Monday, August 6 – Saturday, August 11, All Day at the Christiansburg Library
Stop by the children’s area all week to create a beastly craft!
EastMont Tomato Festival Art Contest
Monday, August 6 – Friday, August 17, All Day at the Meadowbrook Public Library
Are you more of a Tomato Artist than a tomato grower? The library will have a variety of art supplies for children 12 and under to create a tomato themed piece of art. Children may create their art work at the craft table and if they want to they may fill out the entry form to enter The EastMont Tomato Festival Art Contest Sponsored by EastMont Arts Association. Presented by Redsunfarms
Floyd Moves It! Monday
Monday, August 6, 12:00 – 1:00 PM at the Jessie Peterman Memorial Library
Monday, August 13, 12:00 – 1:00 PM at the Jessie Peterman Memorial Library
Monday, August 20, 12:00 – 1:00 PM at the Jessie Peterman Memorial Library
Monday, August 27, 12:00 – 1:00 PM at the Jessie Peterman Memorial Library
It’s never too late to start exercising! Participants have reported increased strength, flexibility, mobility and energy. Join members of Healthy Floyd as they lead you through YouTube workouts to get you Moving It!
Free HIV and STI Testing with the Virginia Department of Health
Monday, August 6, 12:00 – 3:00 PM at the Christiansburg Library
Monday, August 20, 12:00 – 3:00 PM at the Christiansburg Library
American Red Cross Blood Drive
Tuesday, August 7, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM at the Blacksburg Library
Support the National Emergency Appeal. All blood types are needed. Go to www.redcrossblood.org for an online appointment!
D & D Role Playing Club
Tuesday, August 7, 4:00 – 6:00 PM at the Blacksburg Library
Tuesday, August 21, 4:00 – 6:00 PM at the Blacksburg Library
Come explore the fun of Dungeons and Dragons and other variations. Ages 11 years and up.
Lisa Wood: Drawing Class
Tuesday, August 7, 6:00 – 8:00 PM at the Christiansburg Library
Join Lisa Wood and her art students to learn more about the realistic drawing technique she teaches. Attendees can also walk around and see my students in action as they complete new works.
