Roanoke County Public Library

Roanoke County Public Library

2016 Calendar of EventsApril

Spring

April 16 to April 21@ South County

Library

Book Sale

Colorist ClubA coloring club for adults.

Wed., April 27 // 6:30-8:30pm

Fourth Thursday Book ClubThe Mockingbird Next Door: Life with Harper Lee by Marja Mills

Thurs., April 28 // 10:00-11:00am

Author Talk & Book SigningNew York Times Best-Selling Author,

Kathleen Grissom will discuss her new

book Glory Over Everything.

Sun., April 10 // 2:00-3:00pm

Movies for GrownupsStar Wars: The Force Awakens (PG-13)

Tues., April 19 // 6:00pm

Word 2016Two-Part Class. Just the Basics &

Beyond the Basics. Feel like you

already know the basics? Then just

come to the second class!

Fee: $20.00 per class

Tues., April 26 // 2:00-4:00pmThurs., April 28 // 2:00-4:00pm

American Defenders: Past to PresentCome experience a unique living

history display featuring a hands on

display of uniforms, arms, &

equipment of the typical soldier from

almost every major conflict in American history from the

Revolutionary War thru Operation

Enduring Freedom. Meet soldiers of

different eras & visit a small

encampment to learn about army

life during the 1860’s. Plus, get dressed

up & have your picture taken!

Presented by the 24th Infantry Living Historians.Sat., April 2 // 10:00am-4:00pm

First Tuesday Book ClubA Tale for the Time Being

by Ruth Ozeki

Tues., April 5 // 7:00-8:00pm

Computer BasicsEver wanted to learn the basics of a

computer? Now you can for FREE!

Thurs., April 7 // 2:00-4:00pm

Events for AdultsSouth County Library

6303 Merriman Road, Roanoke, VA // 540.772.7507

Glenvar Book ClubGarden Spells by Sarah Addison AllenWed., April 13 // 6:30-8:00pm

DMV2GoWhy wait at the DMV office when the DMV will come to you!Mon., April 25 // 10:00-11:00am

Windows 10Two-part class on learning the new features of Windows 10. Fee: $40Tues., April 19 // 2:00-4:00pmThurs., April 21 // 2:00-4:00pm

B.Y.O.Y.Bring Your Own Yarn! A group for knitters & crocheters. Every Thursday // 6:30pm

Computer BasicsEver wanted to learn the basics of a computer? Now you can! Fee: $20Wed., April 6 // 2:00-4:00pm

Mystery Book ClubDarned If You Doby Monica FerrisTues., April 12 // 6:00-7:30pm

Bent Mountain Book ClubSixth Extinction by Elizabeth KolbertFri., April 15 // 2:30-3:30pm

Events for AdultsBent Mountain Library

Glenvar Library

10148 Tinsley Lane, Bent Mtn., VA // 540.929.4700

3917 Daughtery Drive, Salem, VA // 540.387.6163

Genealogy ClassDiscover your family tree.Sat., April 16 // 11:00am-12:00pm

Color It AwayA coloring club for adults.Tues., April 19 // 6:00-8:00pm

Reading AdventuresFalling Angelsby Tracy ChevalierThurs., April 21 // 6:00-8:00pm

Movie NightThe Revenant (R)Thurs., April 21 // 6:00pm

Paper CraftingCraft using paper materials.Tues., April 26 // 6:00-8:00pm

Hooks & NeedlesKnit your own gloves!Call us for a supply list.Tues., April 5 // 6:00-8:00pm

Movie NightStar Wars: The Force Awakens (PG-13)Thurs., April 7 // 6:00pm

Computer BasicsEver wanted to learn the basics of a computer? Now you can! Fee: $10.00Tues., April 12 // 6:00-8:00pm

Dividing PerennialsPresented by the Roanoke Master Gardeners on how to properly divide your perennial plantsThurs., April 14 // 6:30pm

Device Q & ABring your own device & get your questions answered.Thurs., April 14 // 2:00-4:00pm

Events for AdultsHollins Library

6624 Peters Creek Road, Roanoke, VA // 540.561.8024

Contract BridgeLearn to play! All ages welcome. Registration required.Every Tuesday // 3:00-4:00pm*April 19 // 1:30-2:30pm

Purls & TeaMeet-up for people that enjoyknitting & crocheting.Sat., April 2 // 10:00am-12:00pm

Roanoke Valley DulcimersShare songs, techniques, & learn the history of the instrument! Beginners welcome.Sat., April 2 // 2:00-4:00pm

Internet Safety for ParentsJoin the Vinton Police Department for a seminar on internet safety.Mon., April 4 // 6:30pm

Movie Night on the PatioStar Wars: The Force Awakens (PG-13) Bring your own chair or blanket!*Showing will be moved inside the library if there is bad weather.Tues., April 5 // 7:00pm

Word 2016 EssentialsDiscover the new version of Word. Fee: $10Wed., April 6 // 2:00-4:00pm

64 Shades of VintonA coloring club for adults.Wed., April 6 & 18 // 6:00-8:00pm

Gaming Tournament Play Super Smash Brothers after the library is closed! Ages 20 & up.Registration is required.Fri., April 22 // 5:30-8:00pm

Art TherapyA coloring club for adults.Tues., April 12 & 26 // 6:00pm

Events for AdultsMt. Pleasant Library

Vinton Library

2918 Jae Valley Road, Roanoke, VA // 540.427.3130

300 S. Pollard Street, Vinton, VA // 540.857.5043

Yack & YarnA social group for fiber folks!Mon., April 11 // 6:00-8:00pm Tues., April 26 // 6:30-8:30pm

Bite ClubA book club for people into books on paranormal romance. Ages 18 & up.Tues., April 12 // 7:00pm

As The Page Turns The Amateur Marriageby Anne TylerWed., April 13 // 2:00pm

Knit-A-LongA group that will take on specific projects. This month we’re making worsted weight socks. Registration required.Wed., April 13 // 6:00-8:00pm

Guitar WorkshopLearn to play the guitar!Thurs., April 14 // 6:00-7:00pm

Dog Obedience TrainingBillie Kerfoot of Wynmoor Kennels will present a program on dog obedience & training.Tues., April 19 // 6:30pm

Excel 2016 BasicsDiscover the new version of Excel. Fee: $10Wed., April 20 // 2:00-4:00pm

English Paper PiecingDiscover the joy and portability of this quaint, time-honored quilt-making skill.Mon., April 25 // 6:00-8:00pm

Lyme Disease: The Great MasqueraderJoin Dr. Janine Talty for an educational seminar on Lyme Disease.Thurs., April 28 // 7:00-8:00pm

Device Power HourBring your own device & get your questions answered.Wed., April 13 // 3:00-4:00pmWed., April 27 // 2:00-3:00pm

Events for AdultsVinton Library

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Stuffed Animal SleepoverBring your stuffed animal friend to a fun storytime! Your friend gets to have fun in the library overnight, too. Let’s see what they will do!Tues., April 4 // 6:30pm

Pokémon ClubTrade, play, & have fun with friends! Ages 6-12.Wed., April 11 // 4:00-5:00pm

Lego Club Build something fun with friends! Ages 6-12. Mon., April 4 // 4:00-5:00pm

American Girl Book ClubLanieAges 7-11. Registration required.Tues., April 19 // 4:00-5:00pm

Science LabMake cardboard castles!Grades 2-5.Mon., April 25 // 4:00-5:00pm

Stuffed Animal SleepoverBring your stuffed animal friend to a fun storytime! Your friend gets to have fun in the library overnight, too. Let’s see what they will do!Tues., April 5 // 6:30pm

Lego ClubBuild something fun with friends! Ages 6-12.Tues., April 12 // 6:30-7:30pm

Busy BookwormsInteractive playtime for ages 0-5.Fri., April 15 // 10:30pm

Events for Kids!South County Library

Glenvar Library

Hollins Library

540.772.7507

540.387.6163

540.561.8024

Science LabBoats: Sink or Swim?Grades 2-5.Tues., April 19 // 4:00pm

CrafternoonCome craft with us! Grades K-3.Thurs., April 21 // 4:00pm

American Girl Book ClubMeet JosefinaAges 7-11. Registration required.Thurs., April 28 // 4:00-5:00pm

Storytime - ColorsStarting Mon., April 11 // visit our website for details

Children’s Book ClubBunnicula Grades 3-5. Registration required.

Wed., April 6 // 3:00pm

American Girl Book ClubMeet Kaya

Ages 7-11. Registration required.

Tues., April 19 // 4:00-5:00pm

Science LabOzobots! Program this tiny robot to

stop, go, spin, & more on a track that

you design! Grades 2-5.

Thurs., April 21 // 4:00-5:00pm

Vinton Dogwood Festival!Stop by during the festival for fun

activities in the library!

Sat., April 30

Pokémon ClubTrade, play, and have fun with friends!

Ages 6-12.

Tues., April 5 // 4:00-5:00pm

Stuffed Animal SleepoverBring a stuffed animal friend to a fun

storytime! Your friend gets to have fun

in the library overnight, too.

Let’s see what they will do!

Thurs., April 7 // 6:30pm

Gerald & Piggie & PalsBook club featuring some of our

favorite friends & book characters.

Grades K & up.

Thurs., April 14 // 4:00pm

Lego ClubBuild something fun with friends!

Ages 6-12.

Fri., April 15 // 6:30pm

Drop-In CraftsStop by to make springtime crafts.

Fri., April 22 // 2:00-5:00pm

Events for Kids!Mt. Pleasant Library

Vinton Library

540.427.3130

540.857.5043

April Fools!Real food or real pranks?

Drop by the Teen Center to find out!Fri., April 1 // 4:00-6:00pm

Crafty CreatorsDIY Chalk Boards

Mon., April 4 // 4:00-8:00pmBath Bombs

Mon., April 11 // 4:00-8:00pmColor Changing Slime

Mon., April 18 // 4:00-8:00pmDIY Bracelets

Mon., April 25 // 4:00-8:00pm

Gaming TournamentPlay Super Smash Bros!Tues., April 5 // 6:00-8:00pm

Chubby BunnyHow many marshmallows

can you eat at once?Fri., April 8 // 4:00-6:00pm

Coding ClubAll things techy! Learn basic computer programming.Thurs., April 14 // 6:00-7:30pm

Bored? Games!!Play board games with friends.Fri., April 15 // 4:00-6:00pm

Anime ClubAll things anime & manga!Sat., April 16 // 11:00am-1:00pm

Strategy GamingPlay tabletop games like

Axis & Allies!Tues., April 19 // 5:00-7:00pm

DIY Mini PizzasMake your own mini pizza to snack on & hang out with us!Fri., April 22 // 4:00-6:00pm

Movie DayMarvel movies. Avengers assemble!Sat., April 23 // 12:00-4:00pm

Fandom ClubSupernatural fans wanted!Tues., April 26 // 6:00-8:00pm

Fondue PartyDrop in and enjoy yummy, chocolate melty goodness! Fri., April 29 // 4:00-6:00pm

Events for TeensSouth County Library

540.777.8788

Crafty CreatorsOrigami StarsWed., April 6 // 4:00-6:00pmPom Pom AnimalsWed., April 13 // 4:00-6:00pmFriendship BraceletsWed., April 20 // 4:00-6:00pm

Book ClubThe Lunar Chronicles by Marissa MeyerThurs., April 7 // 4:00-5:30pm

Anime ClubAll things anime and manga!Tues., April 12 // 6:00-8:00pm

Gaming UnpluggedPlay board games with friends!Tues., April 21 // 6:00-8:00pm

PeepapaloozaHang out with your peeps & eat marshmallowy Peeps!Tues., April 26 // 4:00-6:00pm

Chubby BunnyHow many marshmallows can you eat at one time?Wed., April 27 // 4:00-6:00pm

Movie DayMarvel movies. Avengers assemble!Thurs., April 28 // 4:00-6:00pm

Events for Teens

Glenvar Library540.387.6163

Spa NightIt’s almost the weekend, so why not pamper yourself?Thurs., April 7 // 6:30-7:30pm

Anime ClubAll things anime & manga!Tues., April 12 // 6:00-8:00pm

Fandom ClubWho loves Harry Potter?!Thurs., April 14 // 6:00-8:00pm

Gaming TournamentPlay Mario Kart 8!Tues., April 19 // 6:00-8:00pm

Hollins Library540.561.8024

Fondue PartyDrop in & enjoy yummy,

chocolate melty goodness!

Mon., April 4 // 4:00-7:00pm

Fandom ClubPokémon. Gotta catch them all!

Mon., April 11 // 6:00-8:00pm

Magic: The Gathering Play Magic with friends.

Wed., April 13 // 6:00-8:00pm

Gaming TournamentPlay Super Smash Bros!

Wed., April 20 // 6:00-8:00pm

Vinton Library540.857.5043

PeepapaloozaHang out with your peeps &

eat marshmallowy Peeps!

Thurs., April 21 // 6:00-7:00pm

Minecraft ClubAll things Minecraft!

Thurs., April 25 // 6:00-7:30pm

Gaming ClubPlay games & eat snacks!

Thurs., April 28 // 6:00-8:00pm

Events for TeensHollins Library

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Anime ClubAll things anime and manga!

Wed., April 20 // 6:00-8:00pm

T.A.B.Teen Advisory Board!

Teens, tell us what you want.

Mon., April 25 // 6:00-7:00pm

Gaming UnpluggedPlay board games with your friends.

Wed., April 27 // 6:00-8:00pm

Movie DayMarvel movies. Avengers assemble!

Sat., April 30 // 12:00-4:00pm

Dogwood FestivalStop by the Teen Center for

a festival scavenger hunt!

Sat., April 30

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General SaleSat., April 16 to Thurs., April 21

Half Price DayWed., April 20

Box DayBring a box & fill it up for only $3.00

Thurs., April 21

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Library HoursSouth County Library

Monday-Thursday

9:00am-9:00pmFriday

9:00am-6:00pmSaturday

9:00am-5:00pmSunday

1:00pm-5:00pm

Bent Mountain Library

Monday & Friday

1:00pm-5:00pmTuesday & Thursday

5:00pm-9:00pmWednesday

9:00am-5:00pmSaturday

9:00am-1:00pmSunday

Closed

Glenvar Library

Monday-Thursday

9:00am-9:00pmFriday & Saturday

9:00am-5:00pmSunday

Closed

Hollins Library

Monday-Thursday

9:00am-9:00pmFriday & Saturday

9:00am-5:00pmSunday

Closed

Mt. Pleasant Library

Monday

9:00am-5:00pmTuesday & Thursday

5:00pm-9:00pmWednesday & Friday

2:00pm-6:00pmSaturday

9:00am-1:00pmSunday

Closed

Vinton Library

Monday-Thursday

9:00am-9:00pmFriday & Saturday

9:00am-5:00pmSunday

1:00pm-5:00pm