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Beyond the Shelves

Hosted by Roanoke County, VA · arts · EN-US

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About this Podcast:

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!

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30%

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What is Beyond the Shelves about?

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.

Who hosts Beyond the Shelves?

Beyond the Shelves is hosted by Roanoke County, VA. The show has published 22 episodes to date.

What has Beyond the Shelves covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Summer to Fall: All of the Library Happenings" (8 September 2026, 18 minutes), "90’s Summer / Bingo Card Updates | Out of the Office and Beyond the Shelves Crossover" (18 June 2026, 28 minutes), and "Rawr! Summer Reading Stomping Your Way Soon (and More!)" (15 May 2026, 17 minutes).

How often does Beyond the Shelves publish?

Beyond the Shelves publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 21 minutes across 22 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Beyond the Shelves?

Booking probability for Beyond the Shelves is 30%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Beyond the Shelves requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Beyond the Shelves's contact route on record: verified email.

Who should pitch Beyond the Shelves?

The strongest fits for Beyond the Shelves are Libraries, Archives & Web Portals. Beyond the Shelves has an arts audience.

About the host

Roanoke County, VA hosts Beyond the Shelves, an arts podcast with 22 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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  • Sep 8, 202618 min

    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...

  • May 15, 202617 min

    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...

  • May 15, 202617 minS0

    <p>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...

  • Feb 3, 202623 minS0

    <p>In our next Beyond the Shelves episode, we’re diving into everything happening at your library this season! We chat about the new library catalog and how it makes finding your next read easier than ever, share...

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    Happy New Year!

    Jan 13, 202616 minS0

    <p>Kick off the new year with Beyond the Shelves! In this episode, we’re sharing what we’re most excited about in 2026—from upcoming programs to fresh ideas at the library. We also review the brand-new Library BINGO...

  • Beyond the Shelves

    Happy Holidays!

    Dec 5, 202521 minS0

    <p>It’s the grand finale of the 2025 Beyond the Shelves podcast! Join Em (from the Public Information Office) and Caitlin as they wrap up the year with a look back at some of the season’s most festive holiday happenings...

  • Beyond the Shelves

    Happy Hall-o-Thank-Mas

    Nov 1, 202519 minS0

    <p>This month on Beyond the Shelves, we’re wrapping up fall and diving into the holiday season! Join us as we recap all the Halloween fun at the library and with Roanoke County Parks and Recreation. We’re joined by...

  • Beyond the Shelves

    Welcome to the 'ber Months

    Oct 1, 202517 minS0

    <p>October is one of our favorite months, and this episode of Beyond the Shelves is packed with fall fun at Roanoke County Public Library! We’re chatting about the Friends of the Library’s big Fall Book Sale, our...

  • Sep 2, 202521 minS0

    <p>This month, we’re celebrating Library Card Sign-Up Month! In our latest episode, we share why a library card is the most powerful tool in your wallet—from unlocking books, movies, and music to accessing digital...

  • Aug 4, 202518 minS0

    <p>Summer Reading officially wrapped on August 2, but we’re not slowing down! In this episode, we’re talking about what’s next — including our brand-new mural concept contest that invites YOU to be creative. Tune in to...

  • Beyond the Shelves

    Buzzing Through Summer

    Jul 2, 202521 minS0

    <p>This month’s episode is sweet as honey—literally! Join us as we recap an unforgettable summer at the library, from hands-on fun in ceramics to the buzzworthy excitement of Beekeeping 101 🐝. We’re also sharing what’s...

  • Beyond the Shelves

    Color Your World!

    Jun 1, 202526 minS0

    <p>Color Your World and earn badges throughout the entire summer by completing reading challenges, using library services, and attending events. When you finish yourreading challenge, you receive a bag to show off your...

  • May 1, 202527 minS0

    <p>You never know what rabbit hole we will go down as we talk about what is happening at your library. Check out Beyond the Shelves as we talk about Summer Reading, the Friends of the Library book sale recap, Mystery...

  • Beyond the Shelves

    Spring Has Sprung

    Apr 1, 202519 minS0

    <p>This month on the podcast find out how many animals have graced Caitlin's backyard, information about the ⁠Friends of the Library⁠'s book sale coming up in April, and hear from the Youth Services Divisional...

  • Beyond the Shelves

    Got Art?

    Mar 3, 202523 minS0

    <p>Tune in to hear about what's going on in the library's teen department this spring from an ⁠annual teen art show⁠ to ⁠Teen Volunteer Group⁠. On an artsy note, see if the Teen Librarian Lindy Manuel and Caitlin Gills...

  • Beyond the Shelves

    LOVE Your Library Month!

    Feb 4, 202519 minS0

    <p>It’s Love Your Library Month! In need of a sweet treat, find out how you can help support the library and your tummy with a Krispy Kreme donut fundraiser through the Friends of the Library. Tune in to hear about our...

  • Episode #6

    Happy New Year!

    Jan 2, 202527 minS1

    <p>In this special episode, host Caitlin Gills dives deep into the year ahead with two exciting guests on New Year's Eve! Alex North, with Roanoke County's Parks and Rec, joins the conversation to recap Illuminights and...

  • Dec 2, 202428 minS0

    <p>Tune in for a holiday edition of the podcast where host Caitlin Gills is joined by Alex North from Parks and Rec and Kelsey Frey, the library’s Community Engagement Librarian, plus another special guest --- you’ll...

  • Nov 14, 202424 minS0

    <p>Hear about what the RoCo Words on Wheels! Bookmobile has been up to and will be doing throughout the end of the year, get a recap of some adorable Halloween fun, and find out about some of our holiday happenings...

Recent guests

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Alex North

Roanoke County's Parks and Rec

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Kelsey Frey

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Bayleigh Vidovich

South County Library

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Jen Whitcomb

library

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