Storytimes near FRANKLIN COUNTY BOOKMOBILE

Bookmobile

A special collaboration with the Bookmobile Outreach staff and Office of Aging brings you Summer Crafts at the Park. Join us for a new summer themed craft project each Thursday, June 11th - July 30th. We will visit Franklin County Rec Park and SML Community Beach Park. This event is for participants 18yrs and up. Registration is required for individual sessions. Check out our complete schedule and find a park near you.

Large Meeting Room, Westlake, WL, Westlake Library

Learn to think like paleontologists during a mock dig for dinosaur “bones,” touch fossils from different geological periods, and learn how fossils are formed. Presented by the Virginia Museum of Natural History.

Story Hour Room, Rocky Mount, RM, Rocky Mount Library

Come have lunch at the library! Free sack lunches are provided for ages 1-18. This institution is an equal opportunity provider. Meals are provided by Feeding Southwest Virginia.

Bookmobile

A special collaboration with the Bookmobile Outreach staff and Office of Aging brings you Summer Crafts at the Park. Join us for a new summer themed craft project each Thursday, June 11th - July 30th. We will visit Franklin County Rec Park and SML Community Beach Park. This event is for participants 18yrs and up. Registration is required for individual sessions. Check out our complete schedule and find a park near you.

CR1, Rocky Mount, RM, Rocky Mount Library

Learn to think like paleontologists during a mock dig for dinosaur “bones,” touch fossils from different geological periods, and learn how fossils are formed. Presented by the Virginia Museum of Natural History.

Story Hour Room, Rocky Mount, RM, Rocky Mount Library

Come have a free snack at the library! For ages 1-18. This institution is an equal opportunity provider. Meals provided by Feeding Southwest Virginia.

Large Meeting Room, Westlake, WL, Westlake Library

There's nothing like a refreshing drink on a hot summer day! This easy-but-elegant lemonade will be a showstopper at any gathering and keep you cool at the same time. Westlake Library. July 10th. 1-2 pm. Ages 18 . Register now!

CR1, Rocky Mount, RM, Rocky Mount Library

There's nothing like a refreshing drink on a hot summer day! This easy-but-elegant lemonade will be a showstopper at any gathering and keep you cool at the same time. Rocky Mount Library. July 10th. 5:30-6:30pm. Ages 18 . Register now!

CR1, Rocky Mount, RM, Rocky Mount Library

Join us for a film showing of The Patriot to celebrate our nation's 250th anniversary. Peaceful farmer Benjamin Martin is driven to lead the Colonial Militia during the American Revolution when his son is murdered by a British officer. Monday, July 13th, from 1:00-3:45pm. Ages 18 . Light snacks provided. Register now. **This movie is rated R and is not suitable for younger audiences.**

Bookmobile

The Bookmobile crew is on an another adventure exploring the parks of Franklin County! Join us for our summer series of Storytime In The Park. Designed for Pre-K through elementary age students and their families. Check out our complete schedule and find a park near you.

CR1, Rocky Mount, RM, Rocky Mount Library

Children ages 1-18 can participate in our farmer's market. Each child will be given a certain amount of "money" to purchase real fruits and vegetables to take home and enjoy with their families. While supplies last. This program is provided by Feeding Southwest Virginia.

Story Hour Room, Rocky Mount, RM, Rocky Mount Library

Come have lunch at the library! Free sack lunches are provided for ages 1-18. This institution is an equal opportunity provider. Meals are provided by Feeding Southwest Virginia.

Rocky Mount Library

Can you make it out of our dinosaur escape room? Work through clues and puzzles to make your great escape! Join us 1-4pm on Tuesday and Wendesday (7/14-7/15) or 1-6pm on Thursday (7/16) Groups limited to 6 people. Reserve your timespot by contacting the Rocky Mount Children's desk at (540) 483-3098, opt. 2.

Story Hour Room, Rocky Mount, RM, Rocky Mount Library

Come have a free snack at the library! For ages 1-18. This institution is an equal opportunity provider. Meals provided by Feeding Southwest Virginia.

Story Hour Room, Rocky Mount, RM, Rocky Mount Library

It's Build-a-Dino night! Pick your dinosaur then decorate and name then! For ages 12-17 Location: Rocky Mount Teen Room

CR1, Rocky Mount, RM, Rocky Mount Library

Enjoy a special dino-themed summer storytime. Recommended for ages 0-6.

Story Hour Room, Rocky Mount, RM, Rocky Mount Library

Come have lunch at the library! Free sack lunches are provided for ages 1-18. This institution is an equal opportunity provider. Meals are provided by Feeding Southwest Virginia.

Rocky Mount Library

Can you make it out of our dinosaur escape room? Work through clues and puzzles to make your great escape! Join us 1-4pm on Tuesday and Wendesday (7/14-7/15) or 1-6pm on Thursday (7/16) Groups limited to 6 people. Reserve your timespot by contacting the Rocky Mount Children's desk at (540) 483-3098, opt. 2.

CR1, Rocky Mount, RM, Rocky Mount Library

Join us in this exploration of Franklin County History as special guests from "Raising the Shade" use historical records to piece together the lives of the seventy Black men born in our county who fought in the United States Colored Troops. From being born into slavery, to joining the army, and what paths their lives took in the aftermath, these are the stories of real people in one of the most turbulent times in U.S. history. This presentation will be followed by a discussion, and we ask that everyone please be respectful of differing viewpoints. Registration recommended but walk-ins welcome.

Large Meeting Room, Westlake, WL, Westlake Library

Dino Facts! at the Westlake Branch. Dive into the prehistoric world on July 15nd from 2 PM to 4 PM. Ever wonder how many teeth a T-Rex had? Or how small was the smallest dinosaur? Join us at Westlake to find out this and more. Don't miss out—explore the age of dinosaurs with us!

Story Hour Room, Rocky Mount, RM, Rocky Mount Library

Come have a free snack at the library! For ages 1-18. This institution is an equal opportunity provider. Meals provided by Feeding Southwest Virginia.

Bookmobile

A special collaboration with the Bookmobile Outreach staff and Office of Aging brings you Summer Crafts at the Park. Join us for a new summer themed craft project each Thursday, June 11th - July 30th. We will visit Franklin County Rec Park and SML Community Beach Park. This event is for participants 18yrs and up. Registration is required for individual sessions. Check out our complete schedule and find a park near you.

Large Meeting Room, Westlake, WL, Westlake Library

Enjoy special songs, activities, stories and crafts. Recommended for ages 0-6.

Story Hour Room, Rocky Mount, RM, Rocky Mount Library

Come have lunch at the library! Free sack lunches are provided for ages 1-18. This institution is an equal opportunity provider. Meals are provided by Feeding Southwest Virginia.

Rocky Mount Library

Can you make it out of our dinosaur escape room? Work through clues and puzzles to make your great escape! Join us 1-4pm on Tuesday and Wendesday (7/14-7/15) or 1-6pm on Thursday (7/16) Groups limited to 6 people. Reserve your timespot by contacting the Rocky Mount Children's desk at (540) 483-3098, opt. 2.

Bookmobile

A special collaboration with the Bookmobile Outreach staff and Office of Aging brings you Summer Crafts at the Park. Join us for a new summer themed craft project each Thursday, June 11th - July 30th. We will visit Franklin County Rec Park and SML Community Beach Park. This event is for participants 18yrs and up. Registration is required for individual sessions. Check out our complete schedule and find a park near you.

Story Hour Room, Rocky Mount, RM, Rocky Mount Library

Come have a free snack at the library! For ages 1-18. This institution is an equal opportunity provider. Meals provided by Feeding Southwest Virginia.

CR1, Rocky Mount, RM, Rocky Mount Library

This month, learn all about Container Gardening: how to get started, what the common mistakes are, and how to avoid them! Registrants will receive a packet of information going into even more detail in their e-mail, so be sure to sign up! July 20th. Rocky Mount @ 10-11am. Westlake @1-2pm. Register now!

Large Meeting Room, Westlake, WL, Westlake Library

This month, learn all about Container Gardening: how to get started, what the common mistakes are, and how to avoid them! Registrants will receive a packet of information going into even more detail in their e-mail, so be sure to sign up! July 20th. Rocky Mount @ 10-11am. Westlake @1-2pm. Register now!

Bookmobile

The Bookmobile crew is on an another adventure exploring the parks of Franklin County! Join us for our summer series of Storytime In The Park. Designed for Pre-K through elementary age students and their families. Check out our complete schedule and find a park near you.