Washington County Public Library System

Water Bath Canning
2026-08-08 10:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Abingdon Library, 205 Oak Hill Street, Abingdon, VA, 24210, United States
Please join us for a hands-on, food preservation workshop on water bath canning. We will be canning salsa as well as learning the science behind safe food preservation. All participants will take home a jar of class-made salsa! This program is in partnership with Virginia Cooperative Extension.
About our presenter: Andrea Wann is the Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Agent for Washington County. She has a background in nutrition and public health. She works in various program areas as an Extension Agent including health and wellness, disease prevention, food preservation, food safety, and financial wellness.
The class is free but registration is required. Call the library to register at 276-676-6233.

Movies in the Square
2026-08-08 21:00 - 23:00 | Glade Spring Library, 305 N. Glade St., Glade Spring, VA, 24340, United States
Come out with your community and join us for a movie in the Glade Spring town square. We will show the movie on the side of the library. Showtime is at 9 p.m.
Snacks and drinks will be provided. Just bring your chair.
August 8: “Charlotte’s Web.”
September 12: “Field of Dreams.”
October 17: “Night at the Museum.”

Music and Movement
2026-08-10 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-08-17 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-08-24 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.

Abingdon Storytime
2026-08-11 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-08-18 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.

Dragon Masters Book Club
2026-08-11 16:00 - 17:00 | Abingdon Library, 205 Oak Hill Street, Abingdon, VA, 24210, United States
Do you have what it takes to be a Dragon Master? We’re soaring into books 21-25 of Tracey West’s Dragon Masters series with crafts, games, and a lively group discussion.

A Spirited Book Club
2026-08-11 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 “The Briar Club” by Kate Quinn.
Discussions will be led by Damascus Public Library. Call (276) 475-3820 to learn how to reserve a copy.

Damascus Storytime
2026-08-12 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-08-19 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.

Glade Spring Storytime
2026-08-12 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-08-19 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.

Hayters Gap Storytime
2026-08-12 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-08-19 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.

Mendota Storytime
2026-08-12 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-08-19 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.

Morning Mingle
2026-08-13 10:30 - 11:30 | Hayters Gap Library, 7720 Hayters Gap Rd, Abingdon, VA, 24210, United States
All ages and abilities are welcome to join us for an accessible activity that promotes social connection.
Hayters Gap library every second Thursday.

Crochet Club
2026-08-13 14:00 - 15:00 | Abingdon Library, 205 Oak Hill Street, Abingdon, VA, 24210, United States
Join our crochet guru, Penny, to learn to crochet. We supply needles and yarn and you supply a willingness to learn.
Already know crochet? Bring your current project and spend an hour visiting and share tips and ideas with other crocheters.

Midday Mahjongg
2026-08-14 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-08-21 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!

Afternoon Book Club
2026-08-14 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 “The Briar Club” by Kate Quinn.

Movies for Grown-Ups
2026-08-14 14:00 - 16:00 | Abingdon Library, 205 Oak Hill Street, Abingdon, VA, 24210, United States
Join us for a free movie! We’re showing “Back to the Future.”
In this ’80s this sci-fi classic, 17-year-old Marty McFly (Michael J. Fox) accidentally travels to 1955 in a time machine. The only way back to 1985 now is to get his parents to fall in love all over again.

Movies for Grown-Ups
2026-08-14 14:00 - 16:00 | Abingdon Library, 205 Oak Hill Street, Abingdon, VA, 24210, United States
Join us for a free movie! We’re showing “Back to the Future.”
In this ’80s sci-fi classic, 17-year-old Marty McFly (Michael J. Fox) accidentally travels to 1955 in a time machine. The only way back to 1985 now is to get his parents to fall in love all over again.

Cooking for Cancer Prevention
2026-08-17 14:00 - 16:00 | Abingdon Library, 205 Oak Hill Street, Abingdon, VA, 24210, United States
Please join us for a workshop on Cooking for Cancer Prevention. This free, two-hour workshop will cover information on prevention screenings as well as well as cancer preventative foods. Cooking for Cancer Prevention is an evidence-based program of Virginia Cooperative Extension and The University of Georgia Extension.
About our presenters:
Kristen Gibson is a Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Agent with professional experience in healthcare and is passionate about promoting health and wellness through food safety, food preservation, and consumer education. She enjoys connecting communities with practical, research-based information that supports healthier lifestyles.
Andrea Wann is the Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Agent for Washington County. She has a background in nutrition and public health. Andrea is passionate about the preventative side of nutrition and the power foods have on our health and how we feel. She works in various program areas as an Extension Agent including health and wellness, disease prevention, food preservation, food safety, and financial wellness.

Afternoon Asana
2026-08-19 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.

Morning Mingle
2026-08-20 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.

Book Discussion All Genres
2026-08-20 14:00 - 15:00 | Abingdon Library, 205 Oak Hill Street, Abingdon, VA, 24210, United States
Join us as we discuss “Theo of Golden” by Allen Levi.

Movies for Grown-Ups
2026-08-21 14:00 - 16:00 | Abingdon Library, 205 Oak Hill Street, Abingdon, VA, 24210, United States
Join us for a free movie! We’re showing “Room for One More.”
New Jersey couple Anna Rose (Betsy Drake) and Poppy (Cary Grant) adopt several kids born into less fortunate circumstances, including a desperately unhappy 13-year-old girl and a physically handicapped boy with a penchant for getting into serious trouble.

Resume Writing and Cover Letter Workshop
2026-08-22 10:00 - 12:00 | Glade Spring Library, 305 N. Glade St., Glade Spring, VA, 24340, United States
Join the Washington County Library and YWCA Powerhouse in Glade Spring for a workshop designed to enhance your resume writing and professional development skills.
We will demonstrate how to communicate professionally through email and online platforms, build and utilize an effective Indeed profile, create a polished resume and cover letter, and practice interview etiquette.
We look forward to seeing you there.
