Bowman Library Update for 12/17/25

Bowman Library will be closed Wednesday morning, December 17, due to building maintenance. We expect to open at 1 PM. Stay tuned!

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Grow a Reader Pop-Up Playgroup

9:30am–11:00am
Children, Ages 0-5, Families
Handley Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: Benham Gallery Room
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Families
Program Type: Story Sharing, Music & Movement, STEAM, Workshops & Camps
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grow your reader at the library! Enjoy a pop-up style Playgroup that will feature educational components that developmentally support your reader through learning and play.

Toddler Playtime

10:30am–11:00am
Children, Ages 0-5
Handley Library
Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: HL Children's Room
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5
Event Details:

Lets Play!

Death Cafe

10:30am–12:00pm
Adults
Bowman Library
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
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. 

A.M. Book Club - "The Frozen River"

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Clarke County
Library Branch: Clarke County
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join us for Third Thursday Book Club at 11 am at the Clarke County Library!

This month, we will be discussing "The Frozen River" by Ariel Lawhon - grab a copy at the library today!

Afternoon Storytime!

2:00pm–2:30pm
Ages 0-5, Families
Clarke County
Library Branch: Clarke County
Room: CCL Children's Area
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Families
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Come to the Clarke County Library Children's Room for stories and fun! Miss Bonnie will share a new adventure with early readers and their families each week. All are welcome!

Cancelled

Mental Health Workshop

3:00pm–4:30pm
Handley Library
Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: Benham Gallery Room
Event Details:

In partnership with North Western Community Services Board, CWS Winchester presents a workshop on mental health and wellness at 3:00 pm on the Third Thursday of every month.

Five O'Clock Spot-Cards & Crafts

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

Gather to hear from our community partner--Sherando HS Spanish Club--and create Christmas cards, make crafts, enjoy stories and break a pinata.

This month, we are joined by the Sherando HS World Languages Clubs.

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.

Nature Surprises

5:00pm–6:00pm
Ages 6-11
Clarke County
Registration Required
Library Branch: Clarke County
Room: CCL Children's Area
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Nature, Gardening, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us at Clarke County Library for Nature Surprises, a nature-based educational program for children led by the Virginia Cooperative Extension Northern Shenandoah Valley Master Gardener's Association! 

Magic: The Gathering FOR TEENS

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teens (12+)
Bowman Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bowman Library
Room: BL Reading Porch - Teen Area
Age Group: Teens (12+)
Program Type: Game Nights
Registration Required
Event Details:

1st and 3rd Thursdays, 6-7:30 pm

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.