This September, Handley Regional Library System, the American Library Association, and libraries around the nation will be celebrating Library Card Sign-up Month. Since 1987, Library Card Sign-Up Month has been held each September to mark the beginning of the school year and to encourage every child to sign up for a library card.
A library card is the most important school supply of all. A library card provides access to technology, multimedia content, and educational programming that transforms lives and strengthens communities. Libraries provide people of all ages the opportunity to pursue their dreams and interests.
Throughout the school year, Handley Regional Library System will assist parents and caregivers with saving hundreds of dollars on educational resources and services for students. From free access to STEAM programs/activities, educational apps, technology workshops, and in-person and virtual homework help to the expertise of librarians, a library card is one of the most cost-effective back-to-school supplies available.
“We want the community to know that the Handley Regional Library System is accessible to everyone in the Winchester, Frederick County, and Clarke County areas and that we have so much to offer our patrons – including educational and entertaining programs, an extensive 24/7 digital library, and tons of books, movies, video games, and music to check out,” stated John Huddy, Director of Handley Regional Library System.
Some programs to look for this September:
Brown Bag with Book Live Zoom Book Club, Virtual Event, September 7, 12 PM
A Little Noon Music: Shenandoah Jazz, Handley Library Robinson Auditorium, September 9, 12 PM
Behind the Scenes Tour at Handley Library (Meet in the lobby), September 10, 11 AM
After School Activities Fair, Handley Library, September 10, 2 to 4 PM
eLibrary Workshop: eBooks for Phones and Tablets, Handley Library, September 13, 10:30 AM
The Academy Hill History Book Club, Bowman Library, September 14, 6 PM
Teen Game Night, Bowman Library, September 16, 5:30 to 8 PM
Community Arts & Craft Supplies Swap, September 17, Bowman Library, 10 AM to 4:30 PM
For a complete list of events, go to www.handleyregional.org/events.