Storytimes at the Blacksburg Library
Babies 0-12 months – Fridays at 11 a.m.
Tots 12-24 months – Fridays at 10 a.m.
Toddlers 2-3 years – Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m.
Preschoolers 4-5 years – Thursdays at 10 a.m.
All Ages Storytime – Saturdays at 11 a.m.
Storytimes at the Christiansburg Library
Tots 12-24 months – Mondays and Tuesdays at 10 a.m.
Toddlers 2-3 years – Wednesdays at 10 a.m.
All Ages – Fridays at 11 a.m.
Storytimes at the Meadowbrook Public Library, Shawsville
All Ages – Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.
Stay and Play, a Library Playgroup
Every Wednesday after Storytime, 10:30-11:30 a.m. at the 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 a.m. at the Christiansburg Library
Parents and caregivers are invited to socialize while supervising an informal play group for their babies and toddlers. Ages 0-4.
“The Farmhouse” Book Raffle
All month, at the Blacksburg Library
Sign up for a chance to win this book with over 300 photographs that beautifully illustrate 20 new and remodeled farmhouses.
Maker Space
All month, at the Christiansburg Library
All ages can be a maker. The library has a computer with fun software programs and kits for in-library check out that include everything from Makey Makey and Legos to knitting and Zine creation.
Post-its for Positivity Mural
All month, at the Christiansburg Library
Write a positive note on a post-it and stick it on the wall in the teen area, all month long.
SAT Study Prep Tips
All month, at the Blacksburg Library
All month in the Teen area.
Star Stitchers Embroidery Exhibit during January
All month, at the Blacksburg Library
By bringing together color, texture, ultra-modern to classic tradition, the exploration of embroidery has something to engage everyone, every style, and every age. There’s no limit to creativity and expression when it comes to embroidery.
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.
Brick Blast
Tuesday, Jan. 3, 4:30-5:30 p.m. at the Blacksburg Library
Build for the monthly challenge or build for fun. Open to all ages.
Free Tutoring
Tuesday, Jan. 3, 6-8 p.m. at the Christiansburg Library
All ages and all levels are welcome to have free assistance from T. Byron Kelly, a teacher/tutor with Advance Tutoring Specialists.
Writing Workshop
Tuesday, Jan. 3, 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Christiansburg Library
Tuesday, Jan. 10, 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Christiansburg Library
Tuesday, Jan. 17, 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Christiansburg Library
Tuesday, Jan. 24, 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Christiansburg Library
Tuesday, Jan. 31, 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Christiansburg Library
Workshop your writing pieces with your fellow writers.
Game On!
Wednesday, Jan. 4, 2-4 p.m. at the Meadowbrook Public Library
Set Sail with Braille!
Wednesday, Jan. 4, 2 p.m. at the Christiansburg Library
Learn how to read, write, and decode messages in Braille! In this program we will briefly discuss the history of Braille, learn the Braille, alphabet, and have a Braille storytime. Recommended for ages 5 and up.
Talking About Books
Wednesday, Jan. 4, 11-12 p.m. at the Christiansburg Library
This month the group is discussing All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr.
Talking About Books
Wednesday, Jan. 4, 6 p.m. at the Meadowbrook Public Library
We will discuss Above the Waterfall by Ron Rash. Join us for coffee and great discussion. Call to reserve your copy.
Creative Writing Workshop
Thursday, Jan. 5, 5:15-6:30 p.m. at the Meadowbrook Public Library
Thursday, Jan. 12, 5:15-6:30 p.m. at the Meadowbrook Public Library
Thursday, Jan. 19, 5:15-6:30 p.m. at the Meadowbrook Public Library
Thursday, Jan. 26, 5:15-6:30 p.m. 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 Thursdays of the month.
Mother and Daughter Teen Book Club
Thursday, Jan. 5, 5-6 p.m. at the Christiansburg Library. This month the group is discussing “Rain Reign” by Ann M. Martin.
Scrabble Club
Thursday, Jan. 5, 4-6 p.m. at the Jessie Peterman Memorial Library
Thursday, Jan. 12, 4-6 p.m. at the Jessie Peterman Memorial Library
Thursday, Jan. 19, 4-6 p.m. at the Jessie Peterman Memorial Library
Thursday, Jan. 26, 4-6 p.m. at the Jessie Peterman Memorial Library
Calling all Scrabble fans! We will meet every Thursday. Join us for a fun and friendly game. Cheat sheets and Scrabble dictionaries are available.
Art Attack
Friday, Jan. 6, 4:30 p.m. at the Blacksburg Library. Create handmade “Thank You” cards with beautiful paper, yarn and accessories for all your holiday gifts.
Artist reception for Christiansburg Elementary School Students
Saturday, Jan. 7, 1-2 p.m. at the Christiansburg Library. Join us as we celebrate the wonderful art of Christiansburg Elementary School art students. Refreshments provided.
Barking for Books: A Therapy Dog Program
Saturday, Jan. 7, 2-3 p.m. at the Christiansburg Library. Come to the library and read to Qiana, a yellow labrador. No registration required.
BookMarks: RECYCLE * RECLAIM * RECREATE
Saturday, Jan. 7, 10-5 p.m. at the Meadowbrook Public Library
Stop by all day on Saturday and enjoy making an Inuit Craft. We have all the supplies for this craft.
Intro to Role Playing
Saturday, Jan. 7, 3-5 p.m. at the Christiansburg Library
Join us for an afternoon of tabletop roleplaying (RPG) and snacks. All materials provided, for ages 11-18.
Movie
Saturday, Jan. 7, 2 p.m. at the Meadowbrook Public Library
Eager to have a younger sibling, a lonely kid beseeches the storks to deliver a baby to his workaholic parents—despite the fact that the birds have long since gotten out of the baby business, and now courier packages for an Internet merchant. But the discovery of an infant in the warehouse inventory forces the delivery service’s recently promoted stork owner to deliver one last bundle of joy. Rated PG
So, You Want To Be A Beekeeper?!
Sunday, Jan. 7, 1:30-2:30 p.m., at the Blacksburg Library
Presenters Bob Whiton and Glenn Buss. Now is the time to start for 2017. Get the answers to all your questions!