WCPL Youth Services

08/12/2026

Catch a story tomorrow morning in Damascus, Glade Spring, Hayters Gap, or Mendota!

Storytime:
Tuesdays at 10:30AM (Abingdon)
Wednesdays at 10:30AM (Damascus, Glade Spring, Hayters Gap, and Mendota)

08/11/2026

These young artists showed their town spirit at the library during the "Day in Damascus" celebration. We agree - Damascus rocks!

Image descriptions: Children color on large papers that read, "Day in Damascus" and "Damascus Rocks!"

08/06/2026

BIG NEWS from Dolly Parton's Imagination Library! New registrants can now choose between our core English book program or a fully bilingual English-Spanish book program when enrolling.

Already enrolled? Existing families can switch to the bilingual program through the parent login area. Need help? Contact Amanda Bailey at abailey at wcpl dot net with your child's name and birthdate.

Please note: Any account changes may take up to 90 days to process. Families selecting the bilingual option this month will likely begin receiving bilingual titles in November.

https://www.wcpl.net/kids-teens/imagination-library/

08/05/2026

Join us as we return to the Dragon Masters world! In August, we’re soaring into books 21-25 of Tracey West’s Dragon Masters series with crafts, games, and a lively group discussion.

Abingdon Library
Tuesday, August 11th at 4pm
Kids

08/03/2026

A big thanks to our special guests from Southern Appalachian Dance Academy, Ms. Olivia and Ms. Walden!

There was barely room to move at Music & Movement this morning with 80 attendees, but the little ones did a terrific job anyway! What a great way to start off the week! Epic job, WCPL Youth Services!

07/31/2026

We love Morning Mingle programs so much, we offer them at all five WCPL locations!

At Morning Mingle, all ages and abilities are welcome to join us for an accessible activity that promotes social connection. Here's the full schedule for August:

(All Morning Mingle programs are at 10:30AM.)
Abingdon: Wednesday, August 5th
Damascus: Thursday, August 6th
Hayters Gap: Thursday, August 13th
Mendota: Thursday, August 20th
Glade Spring: Friday, August 28th

*Reposted to correct date

07/30/2026

The start of a new school year is the perfect time to check out our online tutoring services and educational resources! Here are just a few that are free with your WCPL card:

Brainfuse: Helpnow
Get online live tutoring with your library card. Includes writing lab, practice tests, a language lab for language learners, and skill building exercises.

Explora Public Libraries
A general information resource that includes articles, essays and primary source documents from reputable publishers. Videos and suggested research topics included, too!

Gale in Context: Elementary
A content-rich, authoritative, easy-to-use resource featuring age-appropriate, reliable, curriculum-related content covering a broad range of educational topics .

Visit wcpl.net/learn/databases to start your school year strong. 💪

07/29/2026

Introducing Mendota's brand-new program for homeschool families! Bring something fun for Show and Tell and meet some new friends!

Homeschool Hangout
Mendota Library: Thursday, July 30th at 2PM

Homeschooling families will make connections at the library while participating in fun hands-on learning activities.

Our first meeting will be a Show and Tell to get to know each other!

07/27/2026

So many great deals on kids books at the Friends of the Library Book Sale!

07/23/2026

Reminder to Abingdon families: Our Music and Movement and Storytime programs will take place in the children's department next week to make room for the Friends of the Library Book Sale!

This sale runs July 25th-August 2nd in the Abingdon library conference room, and always features amazing deals on kids books. 📚📖📚