Massanutten Regional Library

10/15/2026

Tweens and teens (ages 11-17): Join us to make candy and caramel apple slices! They're easier to eat than a whole apple, AND they have a higher sugar-to-apple ratio—what’s not to like?

🍏 4PM - 5PM
🍏 Tuesday, November 10, Page Public Library in Luray
🍏 Thursday, November 12, at Elkton Community Library

10/14/2026

Adults (18+): Explore a range of crafts with local artist Jennifer Wharton every 2nd and 4th Thursday from 3PM to 4:30PM at Shenandoah Community Library!

Space is limited, so head to the Linktree in our bio to register for an upcoming meeting 😊

10/14/2026

Come meet Wilson the Woodland Box Turtle and Lucy the Virginia Opossum this Friday, October 16, at Central Library in Harrisonburg! These creatures will join us for a live reading and book signing of "Dr. Karra to the Rescue," which follows Dr. Karra Pierce, Veterinary Director at the Wildlife Center of Virginia, through a busy day caring for injured and orphaned wildlife.

Young readers will meet a variety of patients, learn about wildlife medicine, and discover what it takes to help wild animals return to their natural habitats!

🐢 Friday, October 16
🐢 10:30AM - 11:30AM
🐢 Central Library, Harrisonburg

10/13/2026

Join us on Saturday, October 31st, from 11AM - 3PM at the Alpine Goat Brewery for Rockingham Rotary's Rocktoberfest! This first-ever annual fundraiser features live bands, a Halloween costume contest, food trucks, a photo booth, and a candy giveaway for kids; plus, we will be there to sign you up for library cards, tell you about our favorite collections and resources, and give out free goodies!

Tickets are on sale now and benefit MRL, Rocktown House of Music, and the Rockingham Rotary Foundation. Learn more and get your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rocktoberfest-by-rock-rotary-tickets-2000027964481

Why get tickets to Rocktoberfest? Easy, because it supports Massanutten Regional Library.

Massanutten Regional Library strengthens community by offering free access to educational resources, books, and digital literacy tools for residents of all ages and backgrounds. It serves as a vital community hub that hosts diverse public programming, storytimes, and cultural events that foster lifelong learning and bring neighbors together. Furthermore, by providing essential social infrastructure—such as public computers, internet access, and welcoming spaces—it bridge gaps for underserved individuals and promotes overall civic well-being across the region.

10/13/2026

Join us for an engaging presentation on the fascinating world of mushrooms with the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation! Learn how to identify common species, understand their ecological roles, and explore the surprising ways mushrooms impact our daily lives. Whether you're a curious beginner or a seasoned nature enthusiast, this program will deepen your appreciation for these remarkable organisms.

Space is limited, so head to the Linktree in our bio to sign up and save your spot!

🍄 Thursday, November 12
🍄 5PM - 6PM
🍄 Page Public Library, Luray

10/13/2026

Don't miss Mark Groves’s FREE Virtual Author Talk on October 27th at 2PM!

Join us for a transformative conversation with relationship expert Mark Groves as we discuss his groundbreaking book, "Liberated Love: How to Release Codependency, Reduce Conflict, and Create Extraordinary Relationships."

If you’re tired of repeating the same relational patterns and feeling like you lose yourself in your partnerships, then this event is for you! Head to the Linktree in our bio and click "Register for a Virtual Author Talk" to sign up and submit questions 📚📖

10/12/2026

Our chicks are starting to hatch! Swing by Village Library in Broadway to learn about the life cycle of chickens and visit the little chicks who have hatched so far 🐣🐥

Our Embryology Station will be up through Wednesday afternoon on October 14!

10/12/2026

Did you know you can get free tickets to the American Shakespeare Center in Staunton with your library card? MRL cardholders can check out theater passes that will grant up to two FREE seats anywhere in the theater for performances on Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday evenings for pre-selected shows! To get your tickets, present the discount code on your theater pass at the box office or enter it online through the regular ticket-buying process.

This season, get free tickets to:
🎭 The Tempest until November 13
🎭 Mary Shelley's Frankenstein until November 14
🎭 Witch until November 14

Head to our website at the link in our bio and click "Our Collections" to learn more about this resource on our Library of Things page. Swing by your local branch to take advantage of this incredible opportunity today!

10/11/2026

Do you want a chance to win a free copy of David Epstein's inspiring new book, "Inside the Box"? Sign up for his virtual author talk on Tuesday, October 13, at 2PM! During the live event (and for 15 minutes after), there will be a link below the video for viewers to enter into the drawing.

Head to the Linktree in our bio to sign up for David Epstein's virtual author talk and submit questions for the live discussion!

This event is in partnership with the Library Speakers Consortium.

10/11/2026

Relax with friends, enjoy delicious drinks, and create stress-free art at Bad Art Night every 2nd Wednesday of the month! Adults (ages 18+) can gather at Restless Moons Brewing and create with zero experience, expectations, or pressure* 🎨

November's theme: Real Life Still Lifes! Turn the everyday into art by bringing a random object from your home, purse, pocket, or the great outdoors and painting it with watercolors!

👉 Wednesday, November 11
👉 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
👉 Restless Moons Brewing in Harrisonburg

*While supplies last