Washington County Public Library System

Highlands Festival Book Sale
2026-07-25 10:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Abingdon Library, 205 Oak Hill Street, Abingdon, VA, 24210, United States
The Friends of the Washington County Public Library will hold its Highlands Festival Book Sale at the Abingdon Library from July 25 through August 2.
Members of the Friends of the Library get early access to the sale on Friday, July 24 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. If you are not a Friend, you can purchase a membership at the door. You can also pay for a membership on their webpage at www.wcpl.net/support/friends.
The final day of the sale will feature a popular “bag sale,” where you can fill a bag with books for just $5. Bring your own bag!

Friends Only Preview Book Sale
2026-07-24 17:00 - 19:00 | Abingdon Library, 205 Oak Hill Street, Abingdon, VA, 24210, United States

Midday Mahjongg
2026-07-24 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-07-17 13:00 - 15:00 | Glade Spring Library, 305 N. Glade St., Glade Spring, VA, 24340, United States
Join us for an engaging experience playing American Mahjongg! All skill levels are welcome.
This strategy game, similar to rummy, combines skill and luck using tiles.
Everyone is invited to play, learn, and connect. Sharpen your skills, make new friends, and enjoy this classic game!

Morning Mingle
2026-07-24 10:30 - 11:30 | Glade Spring Library, 305 N. Glade St., Glade Spring, VA, 24340, United States
All ages and abilities are welcome to join us for an accessible activity that promotes social connection.
Glade Spring library every fourth Friday.

Inspirational Book Discussion
2026-07-22 14:00 - 15:00 | Virginia Highlands Community College, 100 VHCC Drive, Abingdon, VA, 24210, United States
Join us as we discuss “Witness Protection” by Robert Whitlow.
Due to the book sale, the discussion will be at Virginia Highlands Community College library.

Mendota Storytime
2026-07-22 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-07-15 10:30 - 11:00 | Mendota Library, 2562 Mendota Road, Mendota, VA, 24270, United States
Join us for storytime at our Mendota location. Featuring songs, picture books, rhymes, movement, and so much more!
This program is for children 0-5 and their caregivers.

Hayters Gap Storytime
2026-07-22 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-07-15 10:30 - 11:00 | Hayters Gap Library, 7720 Hayters Gap Rd, Abingdon, VA, 24210, United States
Join us for storytime at our Hayters Gap location. Featuring songs, picture books, rhymes, movement, and so much more!
This program is for children 0-5 and their caregivers.

Glade Spring Storytime
2026-07-22 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-07-15 10:30 - 11:00 | Glade Spring Library, 305 N. Glade St., Glade Spring, VA, 24340, United States
Join us for storytime at our Glade Spring location. Featuring songs, picture books, rhymes, movement, and so much more!
This program is for children 0-5 and their caregivers.

Damascus Storytime
2026-07-22 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-07-15 10:30 - 11:00 | Damascus Library, 310 Water Street, Damascus, VA, 24236, United States
Join us for storytime at our Damascus location. Featuring songs, picture books, rhymes, movement, and so much more!
This program is for children 0-5 and their caregivers.

Abingdon Storytime
2026-07-21 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-07-14 10:30 - 11:00 | Abingdon Library, 205 Oak Hill Street, Abingdon, VA, 24210, United States
Join us for storytime at our main library featuring songs, picture books, rhymes, movement, and so much more!
This program is for children 0-5 and their caregivers.

Music and Movement
2026-07-20 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-07-13 10:30 - 11:00 | Abingdon Library, 205 Oak Hill Street, Abingdon, VA, 24210, United States
Let’s sing interactive songs, play instruments, move, groove, and have fun together!
This program is for children 0-5 and their caregivers.

Glade Spring Farmer's Market Storytime
2026-07-18 10:30 - 23:00 | Glade Spring Farmers Market, Town Square, Glade Spring, VA, 24340, United States
Enjoy a story outdoors while you shop for local produce and handicrafts!

Seed Saver Library and Master Gardeners at Glade Spring Farmers Market
2026-07-18 08:30 - 12:00 | Glade Spring Farmers Market, Town Square, Glade Spring, VA, 24340, United States
Join the Washington County Seed Savers Library and the Master Gardeners at the Glade Spring Farmers Market this year as we discuss library services, gardening/farming topics, and any questions you may have.
We hope to see you there!

Movies for Grown-Ups
2026-07-17 14:00 - 16:00 | Abingdon Library, 205 Oak Hill Street, Abingdon, VA, 24210, United States
Join us for a free movie! We’re showing “Summer Magic” starring Hayley Mills.
When a close-knit Boston family loses their fortune, they relocate to a dilapidated cottage in Maine. There they find a wealth of family secrets, young love, and charming summer nights.

Afternoon Book Club
2026-07-17 14:00 - 15:00 | Damascus Library, 310 Water Street, Damascus, VA, 24236, United States
Join us on site, at the Damascus library, as we discuss “Culpability” by Bruce Holsinger.

Homeschool Book Club
2026-07-16 15:00 - 16:00 | Glade Spring Library, 305 N. Glade St., Glade Spring, VA, 24340, United States
Homeschooling families, join us on a magical adventure as we explore the Magic Tree House series. We will discuss the books and engage in book-themed learning activities. In July, we are reading book #17, Tonight on the Titanic.

Book Discussion All Genres
2026-07-16 14:00 - 15:00 | Abingdon Library, 205 Oak Hill Street, Abingdon, VA, 24210, United States
Join us as we discuss “Raising Hare” by Chloe Dalton.

Morning Mingle
2026-07-16 10:30 - 11:30 | Mendota Library, 2562 Mendota Road, Mendota, VA, 24270, United States
All ages and abilities are welcome to join us for an accessible activity that promotes social connection.
Mendota library every third Thursday.

Afternoon Asana
2026-07-15 17:00 - 18:00 | Glade Spring Library, 305 N. Glade St., Glade Spring, VA, 24340, United States
Enjoy a gentle afternoon yoga session in the calm setting of the library. This class features slow movement, light stretching, and mindful breathing, suitable for all levels. Relax, reset, and unwind–no yoga experience required.
Andrea Metcalf, a local yoga teacher, Master Gardener, and farmer, will lead the class.

T-Rex Tea Party
2026-07-15 11:00 - 12:00 | All Library Locations
Let’s say goodbye to Summer Reading with a dinosaur-themed tea party featuring stories, games, crafts, and snacks!

A Spirited Book Club
2026-07-14 18:15 - 19:15 | Appalachian Heritage Distillery & Brewery, 110 West Laurel Avenue, Damascus, VA, 24236, United States
Join A Spirited Book Club at Appalachian Heritage Distillery & Brewery as we discuss “Culpability” by Bruce Holsinger.
Discussions will be led by Damascus Public Library. Call (276) 475-3820 to learn how to reserve a copy.

Air-Dry Clay Diffuser Discs
2026-07-14 15:00 - 16:00 | All Library Locations
Craft air-dry clay into discs, decorate them, and then display them to create a simple wall hanging or essential oil diffuser.

Movies for Grown-Ups
2026-07-10 14:00 - 16:00 | Abingdon Library, 205 Oak Hill Street, Abingdon, VA, 24210, United States
Join us for a free movie! We’re showing “The Patriot.”
Peaceful farmer Benjamin Martin (Mel Gibson) is driven to lead the Colonial Militia during the American Revolution when a sadistic British officer murders his son.
