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.
“I Spy” Table
All Month of March, at the Blacksburg Library
See what you can find on our “I Spy” Table! Check your list and show it to us for a treat!
Children’s Activity Table
All Month of March, at the Meadowbrook Public Library
Make a variety of winter crafts.
Community Coloring!
All Month of March, at the Blacksburg Library
Show us your artistic and collaborative abilities and color in our table art in the teen area!
Community Crossword
All Month of March, at the Christiansburg Library
Help us complete our crossword puzzle.
E. Pluribus Unum
All Month of March, at the Jessie Peterman Memorial Library
Looking for something to do? Come in out of the cold and help put together a 1,000 piece
puzzle.
English Classes/Clases de Inglés
All Month of March, at the Meadowbrook Public Library
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 this class is by appointment only.
Formal/Prom Dress Drive
All Month of March, at the Meadowbrook Public Library
Do you have a formal dress you’ll never wear again taking up space in your closet? Donate your gently worn, clean formal to Meadowbrook Public Library. Look for more information to come about our Prom Dress.
March Art Exhibit: Jessica Goldsmith
All Month of March, at the Blacksburg Library
Living between Prices Fork and McCoy, local artist Jessica Goldsmith creates bright, semi-realistic images inspired by the juxtaposition of the imagination and the visual arts around her. She works with both oils and with roving, which is the cleaned, combed fiber of sheep, alpacas, and llamas. Stop by and view her fantastical creations!
March Book Raffle
All Month of March, at the Blacksburg Library
May the luck of the Irish be with you! Enter the raffle to win a beautiful photography collection of The Countryside of England, Wales, and Northern Ireland, by Joe Cornish.
March Exhibit: Shining Opus Designs
All Month of March, at the Blacksburg Library
Eli Tuchler, the artist behind Shining Opus Designs, began wire wrapping in 2011 in his hometown of Blacksburg, VA. His passion for the art of wire jewelry led him to gain a deep appreciation for natural gemstones and minerals. This appreciation fuels his goal of displaying choice gemstones in the most eloquent way possible using silver and gold wire.
Pie for Pi
All Month of March, at the Jessie Peterman Memorial Library
The decimal value of Pi goes on forever. How many decimal places can you remember? The person who has memorized Pi to the greatest number of decimal places will win a couple of slices of pie from the Floyd Country Store. One ballot per visit. Prize will be awarded at the end of the month. Also, pick up favorite pie recipes provided by the staff.
Post-it Note Tangles
All Month of March, at the Blacksburg Library
Learn about the art of Tangling. It’s a form of drawing or doodling that uses patterns. Then show us your work!
StoryWalk©
All Month of March, 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 It Looked Like Split Milk by Charles Shaw.
What Am I, Magnified?
All Month of March, at the Blacksburg Library
Can you tell us what the thing is in the picture? Put you best guess in the jar to find out!
Wednesday, March 28, 4:30 PM at the Meadowbrook Public Library
Listen to wonderful spring stories; afterwards we will have an egg hunt. Don’t forget your basket and camera. Everyone is invited!
Dr. Moon’s Stories and Songs from the Sidewalk Stage Singalong!
Wednesday, March 28, 6:00 – 7:30 PM at the Blacksburg Library
Join us for a night of Appalachian Storytelling by well-known local troubadour, Chris “Dr. Moon” Saunders. “Stories and Songs from the Sidewalk Stage Sing-along” will involve an evening of sharing music, tales, and involving the audience in the journey.
Montgomery-Floyd Regional Library Trustees will meet on Wednesday, March 28, 7:00 PM at the Meadowbrook Public Library.
Nonfiction Book Club
Thursday, March 29, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM at the Christiansburg Library
This month we will be discussing In a Different Key by John Donvan & Caren Zucker.
Early Release Movie Day
Thursday, March 29, 2:30 PM at the Christiansburg Library
Join us on an early release day to watch a new Disney film.
Sample, Taste, Read: A Book Tasting
Thursday, March 29, 2:30 PM at the Blacksburg Library
You’re invited to Blacksburg Library’s Book Tasting. Come and experience the wonderful varieties of literature.
Fizzy Art and Straw Rockets (a Stem program)
Thursday, March 29, 2:30 AM at the Meadowbrook Public Library
Learn about chemical reactions while making fizzy art. Discover Newton’s third law as you make and test a straw rocket. All Ages.
DIY Cleaners
Friday, March 30, 2:00 – 3:00 PM at the Christiansburg Library
Come learn how to make simple household cleaners.
Pancake Storytime
Saturday, March 31, 11:00 AM at the Christiansburg Library
Join us for a special Saturday Storytime all about pancakes! Supplies Limited. Register at the front desk.
Roanoke Valley SPCA Spay/Neuter Bus
Friday, March 29, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM at the Jessie Peterman Memorial Library
THE RVSPCA Spay/Neuter bus will be on the premises for low cost spay and neuter. Appointments are necessary. Please call 339-9512 to schedule.
