Programs for Adults

Our programs for adults are both virtual and in-person. From author talks, gardening programs, and technology workshops, to business topics, and musical performances -- There's something for everyone 18+. All programs are free and open to the public. Registration may be required. Information can be found on the program calendar description. For help, email info@handleyregional.org. 

Author Talk

Author Talks
Little Noon Music

Little Noon Music
Brown Bag with Books: Book Club

Virtual Book Club
Reading Graphic Novel

Graphic Novel Book Club

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All Programs & Events for Adults

Job Seeker Help

11:00am - 12:00pm
Handley Library
Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: HL Study Room #1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Job Help
Event Details:
Handley Regional Library System is excited to announce a program where individuals can get one-on-one job seeker help from NW Works at Handley Library.  Held the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month from 11AM-12PM, the public can meet with a ...

A Little Noon Music with Rich Follett

12:15pm - 1:00pm
Handley Library
Registration
Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: Handley Robinson Auditorium
Age Group: Teens (12+), Adults, Families
Program Type: Little Noon Music, Friends Events, Performances & Lectures
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 69
Event Details:
Rich Follett performs easy-on-the-ears acoustic folk music. His original compositions offer insightful lyrics and inviting melodies you will want to hear over and over again. Rich is a public school teacher whose program is punctuated with interestin...

Disclaimer(s)

HRLS is strongly recommending the use of masks for ALL patrons during this program to ensure the highest safety for library patrons and staff. Thank you for your cooperation.

Behind the Scenes Tour at Handley Library

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Handley Library
Library Branch: Handley Library
Age Group: Adults, Families
Event Details:
The Handley Library branch tour will take you behind the scenes to all floors of the building.  Come learn about the architecture and history. Walk on the famous glass floors, and see the well under the stage.   Meet in the Rotunda....

Valley Chorale of Front Royal - Concert

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Handley Library
Registration
Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: Handley Robinson Auditorium + Benham Gallery
Age Group: Teens (12+), Adults, Families
Program Type: Friends Events, Performances & Lectures
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 77
Event Details:
About the Chorale: We are the Valley Chorale of Front Royal, bringing top-notch choral music to the northern Shenandoah Valley since 1962. Our aim is to put great choral music at the heart of civic and community life and, in so doing, entertain, i...

Disclaimer(s)

HRLS is strongly recommending the use of masks for ALL patrons during this program to ensure the highest safety for library patrons and staff. Thank you for your cooperation.

**New Time **Apple Valley Ringers Concert

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Bowman Library
Library Branch: Bowman Library
Room: Bowman Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (12+), Adults, Families
Program Type: Friends Events, Performances & Lectures
Event Details:
Come and enjoy a concert given by the Apple Valley Ringers under the direction of Jacquetta Owen. This choir was formed several years ago and is comprised of hand bell choir members from five churches. These talented musicians performed to a packed ...

Disclaimer(s)

HRLS is strongly recommending the use of masks for ALL patrons during this program to ensure the highest safety for library patrons and staff. Thank you for your cooperation.

Job Seeker Help

11:00am - 12:00pm
Handley Library
Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: HL Study Room #1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Job Help
Event Details:
Handley Regional Library System is excited to announce a program where individuals can get one-on-one job seeker help from NW Works at Handley Library.  Held the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month from 11AM-12PM, the public can meet with a ...

Graphic Novel Book Club

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Events
Registration
Library Branch: Virtual Events
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Graphic Novel, Virtual Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
Do you love graphic novels so much you just have to talk about it? Maybe you can't squeeze in a full novel each month but you still want to talk about books? We have the solution for you! Join our brand new graphic novel book club and get o...

Job Seeker Help

11:00am - 12:00pm
Handley Library
Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: HL Study Room #1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Job Help
Event Details:
Handley Regional Library System is excited to announce a program where individuals can get one-on-one job seeker help from NW Works at Handley Library.  Held the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month from 11AM-12PM, the public can meet with a ...

Genealogy Lunch Bunch

12:30pm - 2:00pm
Handley Library
Registration
Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: Benham Gallery Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History & Genealogy
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:
The Genealogy Lunch Bunch is great way to meet new and experienced family history researchers. Please join us if you are looking for help with your family's genealogy or would like to share your successes. The event is sponsored by the Stewart B...

Disclaimer(s)

Programs, events, and daily happenings sponsored by Handley Regional Library System may be photographed or recorded.  Attendance at any sponsored program, event or general library use constitutes the consent of all attendees and the consent of the parents or legal guardians of any minor children in attendance, to the future broadcast, publication, and other use of photography or videos at the sole direction of Handley Regional Library System.

While we do allow professional photography inside the property of Handley Regional Library System, we do ask that we are notified ahead of time of photoshoots at 540.662.9041 x 25.  Photography activities may be limited to specific areas due to reserved use and cannot impede any patron activity using the library. 

HRLS is strongly recommending the use of masks for ALL patrons during this program to ensure the highest safety for library patrons and staff. Thank you for your cooperation.

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Holiday

Don't Miss These Jolly Holiday Events!

Handley Regional Library System will be presenting several programs for adults, kids, teens, and families for the month of December to reflect the holiday season. Chanukah Lights is a program to celebrate the Chanukah holiday of lights. Hear the story "If the Candles Could Speak." Make a menorah and play the dreidel game...
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Dreamcatcher

November is Native American Heritage Month!

  In recognition of the original inhabitants of America, November has been designated Native American Heritage Month. President George H. W. Bush signed a joint resolution in 1990 establishing the month-long celebration of indigenous culture and contributions to the United States.  When we think of First Nation...
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Little Noon Music

A Little Noon Music is Back!

The Friends of Handley Regional Library System is thrilled to announce the return of the A Little Noon Music program at the Handley Library location. A Little Noon Music is a free program where performers come to the library during the lunch hour for the public to enjoy varied styles of music. This current series highl...
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