Alleghany County Public Library
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Alleghany County Public Library
Hours
Mon & Thurs: 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Tues, Wed, Fri: 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Sat: 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Sun: Closed
Wi-Fi available 24/7
Virtual Programs
Storytime Cooks with Carmen Long
Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.
Visiting Teller of Tales
Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.
What’s Happening at the Alleghany County Public Library
Fun for all ages!
Thursday, November 28 & Friday, November 29
We will be closed in observance of the Thanksgiving Holidays.
Don’t Miss These Exciting Local Library Opportunities!
Ongoing Puzzle Building Fun
Patrons just completed this "Perfectly Puzzling Halloween" 1,000 piece puzzle featuring eight perfectly decorated Halloween doors. Stop by to see what's new on the table.
Join our "Storytime Patch"
We have been having lots of fun this month learning about PBS kids programming, the 5 senses, colors/diversity, music/sound, and self care. We have lots of fun planned for Halloween! Our party is Monday, October 28th following Storytime, which begins every Monday at 10:30am. Join us to meet new friends and enjoy bonding with your child.
Alleghany proudly supports PBS kids
PBS promotes core curriculum-based programs geared for all ages. Stop by today to talk with Jenn, our Assistant Branch Manager and Alleghany County PBS Ambassador to learn more about the programming.
Notary Public Services
5 days a week, no charge for Patrons
Must bring valid in date identification.
Notary: Jennifer Constance Marlow
Happening Monthly
- Gaming Buddies: Tuesday Mornings at 10:30 a.muntil further notice. This activity is for those interested in getting together to play games with others on an ongoing basis. For those 18 or older who are new to the area, would like to meet new friends, connect with others, challenge yourself, and keep your mind alert.
- Storytime –Mondays at 10:30 a.m. In the event of inclement weather, Storytime will not be held if schools are closed.
- Alleghany Friends of the Library - Monday at 1 p.m. except for holiday closings.
- Novel Cinema - Every 2nd & 4th Wednesdays at 3 p.m. and Every 2nd & 4th Thursdays at 6 p.m.
- Alleghany Writers - 3rd Thursday at 2 p.m.
- Alleghany County Historical & Genealogical Society – 2nd Friday at 4 p.m.
- Tai Chi for Arthritis & Fall Prevention - The library is taking names for classes for both Part I and II. Contact the library for more information.
- Book Ends Book Club - 2nd Thursday at 10:30 a.m.
- Page Turners Book Club - 3rd Tuesday at 10:30 a.m.
- Homeschool Gathering - Contact the library for information on times.
Library Staff
Debbie Brewer – Branch Manager
Jennifer Marlow – Assistant Branch Manager
Doug Spurlin – Library Assistant
Tim Anders – Library Assistant
Local Advisory Board
Bobby Fender – Chair
Stacey Barker
Barbara Thompson
Dale Caveny
Elizabeth Dixon
Casey Jones
Bill Osborne
Greg Walker*
Missey Weaver*
*Regional Board Representatives
Meeting Dates:
1st Wednesday of January, April, July, & October at 5:30 p.m.
Services & Information
VAYA In-House Trainings
3rd Thursday of each Month
Library Services
- Adult Programs
- Art Exhibits & Displays
- Audiobooks
- Interlibrary Loans
- Job Searches
- Laptops & Desktops
- Local Music CDs
- Meeting Rooms
- Microfilm
- NC Works
- Playaways
- Pre-K Storytime
- Programming
- Scanning documents
- Smartboard
- Tutoring Rooms
- Wifi Access
Little Free Libraries Locations
- (Former) Mountain Surf Restaurant
- Saddle Mountain Cafe
- Pro-Stop
- Motley’s BBQ
- Thistle Meadow Winery
- Twin Oaks Veterinary
- Glade Valley Store