Family events in Blacksburg, VA

Enjoy stories, rhymes, music, and movement in a storytime designed for children ages 0 to 2. These activities support early literacy skills and encourage a love of reading.

After Tot Storytime, children and caregivers can meet new friends and connect with others in a welcoming setting. The library can provide information about accessibility and requests.

Homeschool students ages 8 and older can explore science, technology, engineering, and math through hands-on activities. This month, participants will make edible models to learn how train tracks are built and explore how trains stay on the tracks.

Teens ages 11 to 17 are welcome to take part, whether they are new to Dungeons and Dragons or experienced players. Character sheets, dice, and snacks are provided. Contact Sarah Pahl for more information.

Unexpected hospital stays, sudden emergencies, and hard decisions can leave families uncertain. This interactive session at Montgomery Floyd Regional Library helps older adults and their loved ones open important conversations, map out a plan for what comes next, and reflect on how prepared they are for the unexpected. Each participant receives a complimentary Ready Kit with practical resources to support confident planning around senior living.

Students ages 5 and older can explore local history through stories and hands-on opportunities to handle historical objects. This program focuses on the lives and works of artists from Salem and the Roanoke Valley, from nationally known artist Walter Biggs to local icon Grace Smyth. It includes an hour of history instruction, an activity, time to connect with other students, and a chance to explore the museum’s exhibits. Registration is required.

Children ages 5 to 12 can take part in the library’s monthly Lego Club. This month’s challenge is to build a farm.

Drop in for a hands-on craft activity making a pinecone turkey. Recommended for ages 5 and up.

This weekly, three-hour drop-off program gives parents some free time while children ages 2 to 5 enjoy art projects, music and movement, and opportunities to play and socialize as they learn and grow. Potty training is not required, and there is no commitment to attend every week. Member and nonmember rates are available, with sibling discounts offered.

Storytime programs encourage early reading skills and a love of books through shared stories, finger-plays, songs, and other activities. Parents and caregivers can repeat the activities at home, and no sign-up is required.

Parents can share their joys and challenges while supporting one another in a healing story circle led by a local mom who is a resident in counseling. The gathering will also include somatic exercises to help calm the mind and body. Fun activities will be available for mobile children, so parents can participate while bringing their little ones along.

Build early reading skills and encourage a love of books through stories, finger-plays, songs, and other activities. Parents and caregivers can repeat the activities at home. No sign-up is required.

Leaders and parents interested in supporting a scout, pack, troop, or the scouting program are welcome to attend this in-person district roundtable meeting at Fazoli’s. Please RSVP to Danny so organizers can plan for enough space. For questions, contact Danny Cline, West District Chair, by email.

Enjoy a casual game of pickup soccer at Holly Street Playground. Players of all ages and abilities are welcome.

Celebrate another year of Kid to Kid with 30% off everything in store for one day. Browse for winter coats, shoes, holiday outfits, toys, books, and gifts while saving on your shopping. Some restrictions may apply, and store details are available in person.

Children ages 2 to 3 can enjoy stories, rhymes, music, and movement while developing early literacy skills and a love of reading. The library aims to provide a welcoming, productive, and safe environment for all patrons. For accessibility information or requests, contact the library, with 48 to 72 hours’ notice recommended to help ensure availability.

Introduce your baby to the wonderful world of books, rhymes, and songs in a welcoming experience for babies from birth to 24 months and their families.

Enjoy stories, rhymes, music, movement, and a craft together as a family. The activities support early literacy skills and encourage a love of reading.

Enjoy snacks, crafts, and taste-tests while spending time with anime fans. Share and discuss your favorite series and shows.

Enjoy stories, rhymes, music, movement, and a craft together as a family. The program supports early literacy skills and encourages a love of reading. The library aims to provide a welcoming, productive, and safe environment for all patrons. For accessibility information or requests, contact the library. Providing 48 to 72 hours’ advance notice can help ensure availability.

Roanoke Valley Cars and Coffee’s annual Toys for Tots donation event is its final gathering of the season. Guests are asked to bring at least one new, unwrapped toy, and cash donations are also welcome. All donations go directly to The Roanoke Gri-NCH and Toys for Tots Marines to distribute to children in need for Christmas.

Explore reptiles, feeders, and supplies gathered under one roof. Admission is cash only, with prices varying by age. Children five and under enter free.

A booth at the Richmond Reptile Expo will feature realistic 3D prints, along with other fun and useful prints.

Celebrate the opening of The Little Glam Spa at a welcome party introducing a new spa created especially for little princesses.

Enjoy a free, family-friendly alpaca experience featuring hundreds of alpacas from farms across the country. Browse alpaca-related vendors for Christmas gifts and other seasonal needs.

Celebrate the season of Thanksgiving at the 4th Annual Breath of Life Midwifery Fall Festival in Roanoke, VA. Families can explore offerings from 20 registered vendors featuring goods, services, information, and treats, with some activities available for purchase. The first 100 families receive a complimentary swag bag that includes information, samples, coupons, and 20 tickets for the free raffle. Children can enjoy two free bounce houses and take part in interactive demonstrations, and there will be at least 20 items awarded in the free raffle. Face painting and fall mini photo sessions are available for a fee. Optional pre-registration is offered.

Enjoy a Saturday brunch featuring made-to-order omelets prepared fresh in front of you, slow-cooked brisket, fried chicken, a salad bar, desserts, and beverages. The meal is all-you-can-eat, with adult and children’s pricing available.

Meet the cats available through this adoption event. More pictures and foster or adoption application information are available through the provided links.

The DSAR Buddy Walk brings the community together to celebrate inclusion and support individuals with Down syndrome and their families. Participants can fundraise, compete for top fundraiser prizes, take part in a silent auction and raffles, and connect local service providers with the community. Funds raised help provide programs, resources, and support for individuals with Down syndrome and their families.

Stanford heads to Lane Stadium to take on the Virginia Tech Hokies in a clash of contrasting styles. Stanford’s measured, disciplined approach meets Virginia Tech’s hard-hitting physicality in a stadium known for its intensity and electric game-day energy. With conference stakes and school pride at play, momentum swings could shape the outcome right up to the final whistle.

The Richmond Symphony presents an evening of captivating performances featuring world-class musicians and exquisite musical pieces.

Celebrate Saint Francis Facility Dog Oliver’s birthday by making a stuffed Black Labrador of your own. Children can fill their plush pup to their preferred level of hugginess, tuck a Birthday Wish Star inside, zip it up, and personalize its birth certificate. Supplies, cupcakes, stories, and a special appearance by Oliver are included. Reservations are required.

Children aged 6 and older, along with their families, can create their own adventure-themed terrariums using air plants, glass vessels, sand, rocks, moss, animal figures, and other decorations. The workshop includes instruction and assistance from the PlantHouse crew, materials for the project, and care tips for nurturing each terrarium. Activities are suitable for all ages, and a project-sharing option is available for two people creating one terrarium.

Spend an afternoon with the Highland cows and other animals at Whiskey Springs Farm while exploring your creativity in a Sunshine Studios painting class. Paint winter Highland cows, with painting supplies and food to feed the cows included for $40 per person.