Librarians are always eager to help people.  That’s what we do.  But the secret is out. Hundreds of people stop by our busy reference desks every day, and knowing that you’ll get the personal attention you’d like at a time set aside for you sometimes works best with an appointment.  We encourage you to try out the special one-on-one offerings on this page.  Give us a call.  If another time fits better for you, just ask.  Perhaps we can accommodate.  We’re here for you.

Book a Librarian

Headquarters

"Book a Librarian" for Adults

 Personal attention in a 30-minute, hands-on session tailored for you. Do you need guidance on researching a topic or a personal computer trainer? We can help you navigate the Web, set up an e-mail account, search online for jobs, medical information, travel deals, join a social networking site like Twitter or Facebook, or perform basic Word or Excel tasks.

Time: Please call 540-372-1144 ext. 232 for an appointment.
 

"Book a Librarian" for Kids & Teens

Research and Projects and Papers? Oh my. We'll take you beyond Google for greater success. Different days and times available. Sign up by calling the YA/Kids Desk at 540-372-1144, ext. 243.

Time: By appointment
Audience: Grades K-12 

Porter

 "Book a Librarian" for Adults

Personal attention in a 30-minute, hands-on session tailored for you. Tell us what you need—guidance on researching a topic or a personal computer trainer to help you navigate the Web, set up an e-mail account, or perform basic Word or Excel tasks.

 Time: Mondays, Tuesdays, OR Saturdays, 9:00-9:30, 10:00-10:30, OR 11:00-11:30
Please call 540-659-4909 to set up your appointment.

Salem Church

 "Book a Librarian" for Adults

Personal attention in a 30-minute, hands-on session tailored for you. Tell us what you need—guidance on researching a topic or a personal computer trainer to help you navigate the Web, set up an e-mail account, or perform basic Word or Excel tasks.

 Time: Tuesdays 10:00-10:30 or 11:00-11:30, Thursdays 1:00-1:30 or 2:00-2:30
Please call 540-785-9267 to set up your appointment.

Snow Branch 

"Book a Librarian" for Adults

Personal attention in a 30-minute, hands-on session tailored for you. Tell us what you need—guidance on researching a topic or a personal computer trainer to help you navigate the Web, set up an e-mail account, or perform basic Word or Excel tasks.

 Time: Tuesdays, 1:00-1:30, 2:00-2:30, OR 3:00-3:30
Please call 540-507-7565 to set up your appointment.

Headquarters Branch

Genealogy

It's Your History!

Think you might be “FFV”? Can't find a long-lost Revolutionary War ancestor? Need Great-grandpa's obituary? You're invited to schedule a 60-minute one-on-one session with a staff member, tour the CRRL Virginiana Collection, and learn how to use its many fine historical and genealogical resources. Schedule your session at the Adult Reference Desk or by calling 540-372-1144, ext. 233.

Time: Wednesdays and Fridays between 2:00 and 4:00
Audience: Adults

Law Library

Please sign up for these one-on-one instructional sessions in the Law Library by calling 540-372-1144, ext. 238.

Introduction to Westlaw

Learn the basics of searching Westlaw, an online legal database.

Time: 1st Monday, 7:00-8:00; 3rd Wednesday, 2:00-3:00; 4th Friday, 10:00-11:00
Audience: Adults

Legal Research on the Internet

Learn to search for legal information on the Internet. 

Time: 1st Monday, 8:00-9:00; 2nd Wednesday, 2:00-3:00; 3rd Friday, 10:00-11:00
Audience: Adults

It's Your Law Library

Learn more about the collections and services in your public law library.

Time: Mondays, 6:30-7:00; Wednesdays, 10:00-10:30; OR Thursdays, 2:00-2:30
Audience: Adults

Fundamental Forms

Learn the resources available to locate business and legal forms. 

Time: Meets the 3rd Monday every month
Audience: Adults
 

Salem Church Branch

Grades 6-8

OurSpace @ Your Library

Get connected with OurSpace, a wireless computer space for middle schoolers.

Time: Monday-Thursday, 3:30-8:00, and Friday, 3:30-5:30
Audience: Grades 6-8