CLOSED: Tuesday, November 3, Election Day

Wednesday, November 11, Veterans Day  

Thursday, November 26 - Sunday, November 29, Thanksgiving

Virtual Author Talk: Asha Frost

Tue, Nov 3, 2 PM

Virtual Author Talk: Reclaiming Your Inner Wisdom: Sacred Indigenous Teachings with Asha Frost – Indigenous Medicine Woman, Spiritual Mentor, and Bestselling Author. Registration required. 

All About Online Shopping

Thu, Nov 5, 1 PM

This month's Tech 4 Beginners class will show you how to avoid the crowds, find the best deals, and keep your information safe. Registration Required.

LEGO Build

Sat, Nov 7, 10 AM – Noon

Calling all builders! Open building time for all skill levels, with LEGO bricks and minifigures provided. Ages 6-12. No registration required.

Teen Advisory Group Interest Meeting

Sat, Nov 7, Noon

Wish you could have a say in future teen programs at the library? Want to meet other library teens? Join the new Teen Advisory Group! At this interest meeting, we'll talk hear updates on some of your suggestions from September's meeting and talk about what you'd like to see going forward... Plus, we'll have snacks. Ages 13-18. No registration required.

Kids Nerf Battle

Sat, Nov 7, 2 PM – 3:30 PM

Come to the library after hours for pizza and a Nerf battle in the stacks. Please do not bring your own Nerf blaster - blasters and ammo will be provided. Ages 6-12. Registration required.

Photo Club | Reflections – Inspiration

Tue, Nov 10, 5 PM

Join the photography club as we share and discuss the works of famous photographers. This month's theme is "Reflections". Come prepared to share, discover, and discuss photos that inspire. Due to holiday schedules, we will not meet to share our own work on this theme until Dec 8th.

DIY Fairy Door Ornament

Thu, Nov 12, 5:30 PM – 7 PM

Create your own whimsical fairy door ornament! All materials provided. Ages 16+. Registration required.

Creative Writing Workshop

Sat, Nov 14, 10:30 AM– 12:30 PM

Join Bonner Odell, founder of the Writer's Well, for a creative writing workshop at the library! Ages 18+. Registration recommended but not required.

Street Arts Walking Tour

Sat, Nov 14, 11 AM – 12:30 PM

Join this 2-mile guided walk-through downtown Waynesboro to highlight some of the local Street Art Murals. We will meet in the library lobby. After the walk, grab lunch at one of our delicious local restaurants or check out our downtown shops! Registration required. 

Books on Tap

Sun, Nov 15, 4 PM

Join us at Seven Arrows Brewing to discuss this month's book selection: The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters. Ages 18+. No registration required.

All Abilities Club

Wed, Nov 18, 10:30 AM

This program welcomes all adults with diverse intellectual and developmental abilities and their care partners for stories and activities each month. Registration is required for each participant and care partner attendee.

Miles of Stories: A Glimpse of the Blue Ridge Parkway

Wed, Nov 18, 5 PM

Join a Blue Ridge Parkway National Park Service Ranger in a journey through the history of the Blue Ridge Parkway. Learn about the construction, the people, the wildlife, and the magnificent places along this 469-mile scenic motorway. From Appalachian farms to mountain estates, bluegrass music to wildlife wonders, waterfalls to mountain peaks, construction to adventures, the Blue Ridge Parkway holds miles of stories waiting to be explored.

Winter Care of House Plants with Central Shenandoah Valley Master Gardeners

Thu, Nov 19, 6 PM – 7:30 PM

Winter can bring challenges to caring for our house plants. Learn about the needs of different plants during different seasons and how best to care for them.

Magic Show

Sat, Nov 21, 11 AM – Noon

Engaging, interactive magic and illusion with illusionist Wes Iseli. All ages. No registration required.

Children's Programs

Play & Learn

Tuesdays, 10:00 AM - NOON

Thursdays, 1 PM - 2 PM

Play time with toys and games designed to boost school readiness. Ages 0-6 and caregivers. No registration required.

Preschool Story Time

Wednesdays, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Stories and songs, followed by coloring and social time. Ages 3-5 and caregivers.

Baby & Toddler Story Time

Fridays, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Stories, songs, and shakers, followed by coloring and social time. Ages 0-3 and caregivers.



Recurring Programs

Yarns of Love Knitting Group

Weekly, Mondays, 4 PM - 6 PM

All crafters (knitting, crochet, needlepoint, etc.) and all skill levels are welcome!

No registration required.

Chess Club

Weekly, Tuesdays, 5 - 7 PM

Come join our chess club and play some games with us! The Chess club is for all skill levels for patrons ages 12 and up (children between the ages of 8-11 may attend, but a caregiver must be present). Chess sets are provided.

No registration required.



Scrabble Club

First and Third Saturday each month, 11:00 AM - 1 PM

Calling all Scrabble enthusiasts! Our club welcomes players of every skill level, from beginner to expert. The club is open to anyone aged 12 or older.

No registration required.

Paper Goods Drive for Salute of Virginia

Nov 1 – 30

Drop off paper goods at the library during the month of November. All items go to support Salute of Virginia, a nonprofit dedicated to serving our veterans. Items most needed: paper towels, paper plates, and paper cups.

VA Writes was launched by the Library of Virginia (LVA) to support Virginia-based authors, while also making their work freely accessible to everyone with a VA library card.

VA Writes is made up of three parts:

Biblioboard: A platform offering readers access to free eBooks written by Virginia-based authors. No waiting lists or holds required. Users can access these eBooks instantly!

PressBooks: A digital publishing platform that writers can use to either create original works or upload their work, which will guide them through the process of creating a professionally published eBook. (Participation in the Indie Author Project is not required.)

The Indie Author Project: Any Virginia-based author can use this portal to submit their original work for inclusion on Biblioborad. Works submitted through this portal will be reviewed by the Library of Virginia. LVA will then submit the top titles to Library Journal for review. If Library Journal gives it a positive review, this work will then be promoted to readers across the country!

You can find links to VA Writes from our Online Resources page and a link to Biblioboard on our Digital Library page.

With myLIBRO, you can access the library's catalog, borrow digital resources, and manage your account all from the convenience of your mobile device. Here's what you can expect from myLIBRO:

• Browse and borrow: Search and borrow items from your library's catalog, whether you're looking for physical copies or digital resources like eBooks and audiobooks.
• Manage your account: Keep track of your checkouts, renewals, and holds all in one place.
• Stay informed: Get the latest updates about upcoming library events, services, and promotions, and receive Library Messages to stay in the know.
• Enjoy on-the-go convenience: Access the library from anywhere, at any time, and enjoy a new level of convenience and accessibility when it comes to your library experience.

To get started, simply download the myLIBRO app from the App Store or Google Play and sign in using your library card.

Now Available 24/7!

A K-12 education support program provided by the Library of Virginia. Connect LIVE with a certified tutor for assistance with assignments, research, and writing. Also find practice tests, study plans, and more. Tutoring is available in English and Spanish.

Did you know that you can Book a Librarian for a 30-minute session to get one-on-one help using Library Resources with your device? 

LinkedIn Learning is free and easy to access with your library card and PIN.

LinkedIn Learning is an award-winning online learning site taught by recognized industry experts, offering more than 3,000 courses and 150,000 videos on business, technical, and creative skills. Videos, tutorials, and courses are offered in the following languages: English, French, German, Japanese, Spanish, Mandarin, and Portuguese.To log in:



1. Navigate to https://www.linkedin.com/learning-login/go/waynesboropubliclibrary.

2. Click "Get Started."

3. Enter your library card number and pin and click continue.

LinkedIn Learning App:

When using the LinkedIn Learning App, the Library ID to enter is: waynesboropubliclibrary, then on the next step: enter your library card number and pin and continue.

Access 1,000+ video classes in painting, knitting, crafting, sewing, and more with your Waynesboro Public Library card! Visit WaynesboroPublicLibrary.org to create your account and get crafting! 

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Friday: 10 AM - 5 PM

Saturday: 10 AM - 2 PM

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