Our Path to Reopening

Glenvar Library will be open by reservation for County residents, Monday through Saturday from 10:00am-5:00pm, with visitors not to exceed 25% normal occupancy on Monday, November 9. Patrons may make reservations for one hour time slots starting Wednesday, November 4 via the library’s website or by calling at 540-387-6163. The library will close for cleaning from 1:00pm-2:00pm each day.

Upon arrival, patrons will receive information about the new protocols. Masks are required for anyone over three years-old, and will be available for free at the library, along with hand sanitizer and sanitizing wipes.

The library will look a bit different and services will be limited.

While in the library patrons may browse the collection, use computer stations, and seek staff help via a barrier or at 6-feet distance to abide by social distancing guidelines.
Containers will be placed around the library for all items that have been handled but not chosen to take home.
Meeting rooms and other enclosed spaces will remain closed.
On-site programming will be limited to outdoors with social distancing requirements. For a list of upcoming events, please visit the library’s website.
All virtual programming and curbside pick-up and drop-off of materials will continue.

For more details visit our website or make your reservation by clicking a tile below.

Storytime on Zoom

Sessions focus on introducing and practicing early literacy skills and activities for children and caretakers.

Ages: Babies to PreK (up to 5 years old)

Dates: Tuesdays & Thursdays starting the week of Sept. 14 at 10am on Zoom
Register Online Here

Create Your Own Font

Learn how to create your very own fonts using a number of online tools. Register online.

Ages: 18+

Dates & Times: November 12 @ 2pm
Register Online Here

MC Rhyming Workshop with Craig Arthur and La'Portia Perkins

Join staff from Virginia Tech’s Digging in the Crates Hip-Hop Studies program, for an MC rhyme writing workshop on Zoom! All you need is a pen and paper. Register online. Space is limited.

Ages: Teens

Date & Time: November 17 @ 5pm

Register Online Here

What To Expect When You're Expecting Robots

Curious how robots will change our world and our entire relationship with technology? Join library staff and the authors of What To Expect When You’re Expecting Robots to find out how.

Date & Time: November 19 @ 6:30pm

Register Online Here

View all of our upcoming events for adults, teens, and children on our website.

1,000 Books Before Kindergarten

Reading aloud to babies, toddlers, and preschoolers helps them develop important early literacy skills. RCPL is committed to supporting every child on their journey to reading. Plus, did you know that listening to our virtual storytimes count as titles read? Be sure to check out our YouTube channel for storytimes and sign up for Zoom storytimes on our website.

Happy 75th Anniversary!

We are celebrating our 75th year. Email us your favorite library memory or photo that you have taken and we just might share it on our social media.

Curious about our library history? Visit our website.

Lynda.com

For additional security Lynda.com has updated their login procedure. You can access your Lynda.com account by using your library card number and pin. The pin is the same one you use for rvl.info and is case sensitive. Questions? Give us a call at 540-772-7507.

L earn with Lynda.com today!

Curbside, Reservations, and Phone Services will be unavailable Thurs., November 26 and Fri., November 27. Visit our website to access your library from home at anytime.

Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Moved to Tanglewood Mall

Join library staff and the Parks and Recreation department for a time to celebrate and come together this holiday season.

Carols, Crafts, Refreshments. Masks and social distancing required. For more information call Parks and Rec at 540-378-6078 ext. 0

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