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Ask Me Anything at the Library Command Center
The Compass Shafer Side
Aug. 18, 10 a.m.- noon

Stop by the Libraries’ table in the Compass and ask a library staffer anything you want about the library, you might even win a prize.

It's dangerous to go alone. Take this.
James Branch Cabell Library Lobby 
Aug. 19, 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. 

Come and meet YOUR librarian. Every major and discipline at VCU has its own librarian liaison, who can help you locate the best resources for your research. 

Library Legends Assemble: A Guided Tour for New Rams
James Branch Cabell Library Lobby 
Aug. 19,  3:30- 4 p.m.

Join VCU staff for a tour of Cabell Library. No reservation required; tours begin in the lobby and last 20-30 minutes. 

Library Legends Assemble: A Guided Tour for New Rams
James Branch Cabell Library Lobby 
Aug. 20, 3:30-4 p.m.

Join VCU staff for a tour of Cabell Library. No reservation required; tours begin in the lobby and last 20-30 minutes. 

It's dangerous to go alone. Take this.
James Branch Cabell Library Lobby 
Aug. 21, 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. 

Come and meet YOUR librarian. Every major and discipline at VCU has its own librarian liaison, who can help you locate the best resources for your research. 

Free Merch in the Ram-iverse: Reading for Fun at Cabell Library
James Branch Cabell Library Lobby 
Aug. 21, 3 - 5 p.m. 

Did you know that you can borrow more than just academic books at the library? Stop by to learn how to find entertaining books for your leisure with Humanities Research Librarian John Glover. All students are welcome to participate; simply stop by the lobby of Cabell Library, located on the Compass across from Hibbs Hall and Shafer Dining Center.

VCU Libraries for (World)builders and (Dungeon)masters
James Branch Cabell Library Lobby 
Aug. 22, 11- 11:30 a.m. 

Join VCU Libraries for a guided tour of the engineering and computer science resources available, designed for innovators, builders and creators. Discover where to find the information, technologies and expertise that will help you bring your ideas to life.
*eBook Collections: Instantly access hundreds of engineering and CS books and tutorials
*The Workshop: Explore the makerspace featuring 3D printers, laser cutters, virtual reality equipment and more 
*Expert Guidance: Meet your subject librarian and learn about specialized databases for discovering engineering research and patents

Ask Me Anything at the Library Command Center
The Compass Shafer Side
Aug. 22, 1-3 p.m. 

Stop by the Libraries’ table in the Compass and ask a library staffer anything you want about the library, you might even win a prize.

Peaceful Realms: A Tour of Quiet Spaces in the Library
James Branch Cabell Library Lobby 
Aug. 25, 3- 3:30 p.m. 

Do you enjoy having some space to yourself? Need a quiet place to focus? Join in this quick tour of the best spaces in Cabell Library for Rams who prefer a lower (or silent) volume. No RSVP needed. Meet at the bench in the lobby.

Library Legends Assemble: A Guided Tour for New Rams
James Branch Cabell Library Lobby
Aug. 25, 3:30-4 p.m. 

Join VCU staff for a tour of Cabell Library. No reservation required; tours begin in the lobby and last 20-30 minutes. 

Gathering Places: A Tour of Talking Spaces in the Library
James Branch Cabell Library Lobby 
Aug. 26, 10:30- 11 a.m. 

Are you tired of studying in silence? Do you like to work with your friends? Do you prefer a talkative environment? Join this quick tour of Cabell Library to find the best spots for conversation and collaboration. You don’t have to reserve a study room (though that’s an option). We’ve got plenty of space for group work and hanging out. No RSVP is needed. Meet at the bench in the lobby.

Health Sciences Library Open House: Your Origin Story Begins Here
Health Sciences Library Lobby 
Aug. 26 11:30 a.m.- 1:30 p.m. 

Visit the Health Sciences Library on the medical campus to meet librarians supporting students interested in health professions, check out their Makerspace, view rare medical texts and artifacts, and more.

Free Merch in the Ram-iverse: Reading for Fun at Cabell Library
James Branch Cabell Library Lobby 
Aug. 27, 11:30-1:30 p.m. 

Did you know that you can borrow more than just academic books at the library? Stop by to learn how to find entertaining books for your leisure with Humanities Research Librarian John Glover. All students are welcome to participate; simply stop by the lobby of Cabell Library, located on the Compass across from Hibbs Hall and Shafer Dining Center.

Side Quest: A Tour of Where the Fun Reads are Hiding 
James Branch Cabell Library Lobby 
Aug. 27, 2 - 2:30 p.m. 

You may have heard that Cabell Library includes books of fiction as well as academic research but how can you find them? Join VCU Libraries for a tour of discovery, where you will learn where fiction can be found, on the 4th floor in the literature section, as well as on the 3rd floor, where the graphic novels are shelved, as well as in the Young Adult collection. 

Side Quest: A Tour of Where the Fun Reads are Hiding 
James Branch Cabell Library Lobby 
Aug. 28, 7 - 7:30 p.m. 

You may have heard that Cabell Library includes books of fiction as well as academic research but how can you find them? Join VCU Libraries for a tour of discovery, where you will learn where fiction can be found, on the 4th floor in the literature section, as well as on the 3rd floor, where the graphic novels are shelved, as well as in the Young Adult collection. 

Library Legends Assemble: A Guided Tour for New Rams
James Branch Cabell Library Lobby 
Aug. 29, 10:30-11 a.m. 

Join VCU staff for a tour of Cabell Library. No reservation required; tours begin in the lobby and last 20-30 minutes. 

Library Legends Assemble. A Guided Tour for New Rams
James Branch Cabell Library Lobby 
Sept. 1, 5:30-6 p.m. 

Join VCU staff for a tour of Cabell Library. No reservation required; tours begin in the lobby and last 20-30 minutes. 

Peaceful Realms: A Tour of Quiet Spaces in the Library
James Branch Cabell Library Lobby 
Sept. 2, 10:30-11 a.m. 

Do you enjoy having some space to yourself? Need a quiet place to focus? Join in this quick tour of the best spaces in Cabell Library for Rams who prefer a lower (or silent) volume. No RSVP needed. Meet at the bench in the lobby.

Gather at The Workshop: The Creators’ Hearth
The Workshop at James Branch Cabell Library 
Sept. 3, 11 a.m.- 2 p.m. 

Check out one of the coolest spaces in Cabell Library - -the Workshop. Learn about the equipment students can borrow or use onsite, for free, like 3D printers, virtual reality tools, sewing machines, and so much more.  

Gathering Places: A Tour of Talking Spaces in the Library
James Branch Cabell Library Lobby 
Sept. 3, 3-3:30 p.m. 

Are you tired of studying in silence? Do you like to work with your friends? Do you prefer a talkative environment? Join this quick tour of Cabell Library to find the best spots for conversation and collaboration. You don’t have to reserve a study room (though that’s an option). We’ve got plenty of space for group work and hanging out. No RSVP is needed. Meet at the bench in the lobby.

Library Legends Assemble. A Guided Tour for New Rams
James Branch Cabell Library Lobby 
Sept. 4, 6:30-7 p.m. 

Join VCU staff for a tour of Cabell Library. No reservation required; tours begin in the lobby and last 20-30 minutes. 

Secrets in the Stacks: Special Collections and Archives Open House
Special Collections and Archives, James Branch Cabell Library 4th Floor 
Sept. 5, 11 a.m.- 4 p.m. 

Visit the Special Collections and Archives open house on the 4th floor of Cabell Library to view a variety of their special items, such as underground comics, limited-edition artists’ books, and so much more that are rarely on display.

An Artist's Quest Through the Library
James Branch Cabell Library Lobby 
Sept. 5, noon- 1 p.m. and 2-3 p.m. 

Hey, art students, this one’s for you -- come take a tour of Cabell Library guided by the Arts Research Librarian (and artist.) focusing on resources and collections to spark your imagination.