Events

Join us all summer long at the Saltville Library for our Adult Summer Reading Bookish Bingo Challenge! Read books, mark off squares, and earn prize entries as you explore new genres, discover favorite authors, and enjoy the simple pleasure of a great story. Complete a row, column, or the entire card for even more chances […]

Know how to play American-style Mahjongg?  Join us at 10am at the Marion Public Library for a morning of this a fascinating rummy-like game, that combines skill and luck –played with tiles rather than cards. Table space is limited to 8 players, so be sure to email RachelG@scplva.net to let us know you are interested.   We will provide the tile games and annual Mahjongg cards for use at the library (cannot be taken home) and even a snack to keep you going.  FREE.  Ages 18+. Don’t know how to play?  We can teach you.

Craving calm & connection? Color your way to stress reduction at the library on Wednesday, June 17th from 6 to 8pm! Join us for 2 hours of relaxing creativity and joyful connection.  This month we are exploring the Egyptology Coloring Book by Rebecca Bevill inspired by the wonders of ancient Egypt, inviting you to rediscover the beauty and mysteries of this fascinating civilization.

Bring your swim suit, a towel, and join us on the lawn of the library for some fun in the bubbles! This program is free and open to the public. Everyone is welcome. Call the library at 276-646-3404 for more information.

Play the online game Among Us in real life with friends! Call Chilhowie Library at 276-646-3404 for more information and to register. This program is open to teens ages 14-18.

Know how to play American-style Mahjongg?  Join us at 6pm on Thursdays  in June and July (Wednesdays the rest of the year) at the Marion Public Library for an evening of this a fascinating rummy-like game, that combines skill and luck –played with tiles rather than cards. Table space is limited to 8-12 players, so be sure to email rachelg@scplva.net to let us know you are interested.   We will provide the tile games and annual Mahjongg cards for use at the library (cannot be taken home) and even a snack to keep you going.  FREE.  Ages 18+ Don’t know how to play?  We can teach you. Players new to the game will need to either come a bit early (5:15pm) to learn some basics beforehand and will be paired with another player for the first few times you play.  Or, come the first Wednesday of the month for more intensive training. Can’t play in the evenings?  Check out Mahjongg Mornings, upstairs on Wednesdays in June & July at 10am. Have additional questions? Contact Rachel Gibson Adult Programming Librarian (276) 783-2323 ext. 231 rachelg@scplva.net