Our Middle Grade book spotlight this week is focused on books that have Blue Covers!!! As we start entering into the snow and cold months of Winter, why not get in the spirit by reading some books that have covers featuring various shades of blue so check out one of these and then snuggle up with a mug of hot chocolate or tea and enjoy an a
Our Middle Grade book spotlight this week is focused on books that feature some shocking and epic plot twists! I do not know about you, but I love a book that you think you know where it is going but then, out of nowhere, the author turns everything on its head and everything is different--and it makes total sense when you think back to wha
Our Middle Grade book spotlight this week is all about Historical Fiction!!! Our titles this week are all historical fiction stories; this is one of my favorite genres because it provides an opportunity to read about times and events in history that many times we do not know much, if anything, about because they are not taught in typical sc
Handley Regional Library System will be presenting a Winter Reading Challenge for youth to run the entire month of January 2022. The theme for this year is “Read for a Better World”, which encourages readers of all ages to explore diversity, empathy, and action through literature.
“We are joining thousands of libraries and schools across the nation that are encouraging their communities to read a target number of books,” says Donna Hughes, Youth Services Division Head.
Our Middle Grade book spotlight this week is on more amazing nonfiction titles!
Happy National Cocoa Day! The month of December has many special days to celebrate sweet treats. Some have already passed and you’ll need to stick them on your calendar for next year. December 1 was Peppermint Bark Day and December 8 was National Brownie Day. December 12 was National Gingerbread House Day. We are still celebrating at the Handley branch and you can still stop by the Youth Services Department to help us color our gingerbread house.
Our Middle Grade book spotlight this week is focused on books that feature Neurodiverse characters!
Our Middle Grade book spotlight this week is focused on books that feature Jewish characters! Many times, Jewish characters seem limited to just World War II fiction books but that is not the case and we are taking a look at some titles that are anything but that time period. We have a mix of historical and realistic (and some are a l
In a new community partnership with the Winchester Public Schools' Metrics program, the Handley Youth Services Department is excited to celebrate Computer Science Education Week.
October’s Database Spotlight was HelpNow by Brainfuse. 
It's a wonderful time of year to learn about all the many holidays celebrated in our country. Head to the HRLS storytimes this week for some wonderful stories and songs. While you're there, take home books to read together. If you'd like some great suggestions, click on the search bar above and type in the tag: #holidayjamboree.
Our Middle Grade book spotlight this week is focused on books that have recently been added to our collection meaning they are new!!!! New books are the best; they have a new book smell and there is just something about being one of the first people to read it. There is a great mix of realistic, nonfiction, and graphic novels thi
Our library patrons give us reason to give thanks every day! This week we'll be reading books about Thanksgiving and all the many things we're thankful for.
Don't forget, we will be closed on November 25 and 26 in observance of Thanksgiving, so head over and stock up on your books, movies, and media before 5pm on Wednesday! While you're there, type into the search bar above, #givingthanks, for some great books about Thanksgiving to take home.
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. Bowman Library, December 2, 5:00 PM.