Closed on Friday, December 12

All branches will be closed on Friday, December 12, for our Staff Development Day. We are learning and growing to serve you better! We love our community so much! To make a donation to the library, please click here.

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Toddler Time

10:30am–11:00am
Children, Ages 0-5
Handley Library
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Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: Storytime Nook
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Monthly Death Cafe

10:30am–12:00pm
Adults
Bowman Library
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Library Branch: Bowman Library
Room: Bowman Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Hangout
Event Details:

An opportunity for individuals to gather and discuss death-related topics in a comfortable environment with food and drink.

Play and Explore-Toddler Storytime

11:00am–11:30am
Children, Ages 0-5, Families
Bowman Library
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Library Branch: Bowman Library
Room: BL Children's Room
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Families
Program Type: Story Sharing, Music & Movement, Storytimes
Event Details:

Welcome to Play and Explore! 

Disclaimer(s)

Library Consent Statement for Photography and Video

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.

Photography Notification

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. 

Family STEAM Lab

11:00am–12:00pm
Children, Ages 0-5
Handley Library
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Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: Benham Gallery Room
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5
Program Type: STEAM, Storytimes
Event Details:

Resume Workshop

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Handley Library
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Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: Handley Robinson Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Job Help
Event Details:

Join us for a resume writing workshop presented by VA Works, aimed at helping attendees create or refine their resumes to support their job search efforts.

Virginia Works Job Fair

1:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Handley Library
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Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: Benham Gallery Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Job Help
Event Details:

Join us for a Virginia Works Job Fair in the Lower Level!

Behind the Scenes Tour at Handley Library

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults, Families
Handley Library
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Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: HL Rotunda
Age Group: Adults, Families
Program Type: Library Tour
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 peer down the well built into the stage. Meet in the Rotunda.

Junior Graphic Novel Club

5:00pm–6:00pm
Children, Ages 6-11
Bowman Library
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Library Branch: Bowman Library
Room: BL Children's Room
Age Group: Children, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Writing Workshop, Arts & Crafts, DIY Workshops, Workshops & Camps
Event Details:

Come sharpen your drawing and writing skills!

Children ages 6-11 are given the knowledge, resources, and materials needed to make their own graphic novel, or to just create and have fun!

Let's get inspired together!

Disclaimer(s)

Library Consent Statement for Photography and Video

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.

Cancelled

Teen Video Game Creation Club

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens (12+)
Bowman Library
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Bowman Library
Room: BL Reading Porch - Teen Area
Age Group: Teens (12+)
Program Type: Gaming, Tech Help, Video Games, STEAM, Workshops & Camps
Registration Required
Event Details:

Important: This course builds on prior instruction. While you are welcome to attend if you haven't participated in past classes and try to catch up, some teens may find it frustrating and difficult to do so.

Disclaimer(s)

Library Consent Statement for Photography and Video

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.

Sunset Series Live Music

6:30pm–8:30pm
Children, Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Adults, Families
Bowman Library
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Library Branch: Bowman Library
Room: BL Amphitheater
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Adults, Families
Program Type: Hangout, Music & Movement, Performances & Lectures
Event Details:

This week's Live Music on Thursdays at the Bowman Library Amphitheater features

Glen Shelton

Glen is the Feel-Good Country Artist of the Year and is climbing the Country Music Charts.