Step into the world of Roanoke County Public Library's podcast, "Beyond the Shelves," where host Caitlin Gills takes listeners on a monthly journey through the library's latest happenings. With special guests sharing insights on everything from new books to exciting library events and initiatives, plus information on valuable databases, it's a treasure trove of information for any library enthusiast. Tune in and discover the possibilities and resources that lie beyond the bookshelves at your Roanoke County Public Library!
Fall is in the air at Roanoke County Public Library! In this episode of Beyond the Shelves, we wrap up summer with a look at this year’s Summer Reading stats and celebrate everything our readers accomplished. We also chat with Bayleigh about how earning a degree in film helped spark her interest in becoming a librarian. Then, we preview what’s coming this fall, including the Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale, Mystery Night, and more seasonal events happening across RCPL.
18 Jun 2026
90’s Summer / Bingo Card Updates | Out of the Office and Beyond the Shelves Crossover
Looking to embrace those 90’s Summer vibes? Em Poertner and Caitlin Gills check in on their Roanoke County Bingo cards. Focusing on free events and everything you get with your library card, there’s a lot of ways to get out in Roanoke Countyfor a screen free summer.
LIBRARY BINGO CARD (https://www.roanokecountyva.gov/DocumentCenter/View/33182/Podcast-BINGO-Card?bidId=)
ROANOKE COUNTY BINGO CARD (https://www.roanokecountyva.gov/m/newsflash/home/detail/6016)
Check out the Hollins Library Construction Project (https://youtu.be/vRdahBulE9k?si=MP5n4cxv-nD5cya2)
VA250 EVENTS AT THE LIBRARY
Revolutionary Stories for Kids (https://roanokecountyva.libcal.com/event/15653933)
Marbleized Papers ( https://roanokecountyva.libcal.com/event/16458327)
Virginia in the Revolutionary War (https://roanokecountyva.libcal.com/calendar/rcpl?t=g&q=Virginia%20in%20the%20Revolutionary%20War&cid=-1&cal=-1&inc=0)
OTHEREVENTS
Tavern Stage (https://roanokecountyparks.com/684/Tavern-Stage-Summer-Music-Series)
Vinton Fourth of July Celebration (https://www.vintonva.gov/543/4th-of-July-Celebration-at-Vinton-War-Me)
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15 May 2026
Rawr! Summer Reading Stomping Your Way Soon (and More!)
On the next episode of Beyond the Shelves, Caitlin and Bayleigh are catching up on all things RCPL! Hear about the changes coming to the Hollins Library, important updates like the library’s new phone number, what to expect for Summer Reading, and plenty more library news, events, and behind-the-scenes fun along the way. Tune in and get ready for a summer full of stories, programs, and community connections!
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