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Tiny Tales

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Off Site
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Children, Ages 0-5
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Offsite Event
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group

Family STEAM Lab

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Benham Gallery Room at Handley Library
Program Type:
STEAM, Storytimes
Age Group:
Children, Ages 0-5
marketing
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group
This event is in the "Families" group

After School Lego Time!

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
CCL Children's Area at Clarke County
Program Type:
Gaming, Hangout
Age Group:
Children, Ages 6-11, Families

Lego fun for everyone!

Join us after school every Wednesday at 4pm for Lego time!

This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group

Teen Dungeons & Dragons Game Night

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Clarke County
Program Type:
Game Nights, Gaming, Hangout
Age Group:
Teens (12+)

Welcome, adventurers, to an exciting gaming experience at Clarke County Library! Get ready to leap into a world unknown led by dungeon master Kristina. This tabletop role-playing game is perfect for teen gamers! Ages 12 to 18 are welcome!

Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Prospecting for Family History in Unexpected Places

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual Events
Program Type:
Virtual Programs, History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Teens (12+), Adults

Join us virtually for a discussion concerning researching family history in unexpected places. 

Registration Required
Virtual Event
This event is in the "Adults" group

DAR Application Assistance

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Benham Gallery Room at Handley Library
Program Type:
History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults

Do you know or suspect you have a patriot ancestor?

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group

Toddler Time

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Nook at Handley Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Children, Ages 0-5

 

Enjoy an early literacy program for active toddlers focused on developmental skills consisting of stories, rhymes, fingerplays, and more. Then, stay and play while meeting new community members. Ages 16 months-3 years.

This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Family History Hunters

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Bowman Meeting Room at Bowman Library
Program Type:
History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Teens (12+), Adults

Family History Hunters is an informal meeting for genealogists of all levels of experience.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group

Five O'Clock Spot-Nature Surprises-Flowers

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
BL Children's Room at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Nature, Gardening, Arts & Crafts, DIY Workshops, STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Ages 6-11

Nature is full of incredible surprises!

Come to the Bowman Library to enjoy some nature arts and crafts with the Northern Shenandoah Valley Master Gardener Association!

Today's topic is flowers.

Registration Required
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group
This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Sit & Stitch

Friday, May 15, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
BL Reading Porch at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Hangout, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Adults

Hooks and needles and fiber, oh my!

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group
This event is in the "Families" group

Dance Party

Friday, May 15, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
HL Children's Room at Handley Library
Program Type:
Music & Movement
Age Group:
Children, Ages 0-5, Families
marketing
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group

Baby Playtime at Bowman

Friday, May 15, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
BL Children's Room at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Hangout, Music & Movement
Age Group:
Ages 0-5

Enjoy unstructured playtime with your baby as we bring out soft blocks and colorful balls. The babies can explore while the adults chat, and everyone will have a chance to make a new friend.   For ages 0-2 years.

This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group

Teen Game Night

Friday, May 15, 2026 at 5:30pm - 8:00pm
BL Reading Porch - Teen Area at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Gaming, Hangout, Video Games
Age Group:
Teens (12+)

Every 3rd Friday of the month join us for video games, group games and activities, and time to relax, eat some light snacks, and enjoy time with friends.

This month's theme is...TBD

Registration Required
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group
This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Families" group

Chess at Bowman Library

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
BL Reading Porch at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Gaming, STEAM
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Adults, Families

Chess enthusiasts come and play! Play chess to learn or strengthen your skills.
Players of all ages and strengths are welcome to come and play. Ages 6-Adult

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group

Family Time

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Nook at Handley Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Children, Ages 0-5

 

Enjoy an early literacy program for the entire family who will learn through stories, rhymes, songs and more. Ages 0-6.

This Week's Theme:

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group
This event is in the "Families" group

Family Build Time

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
BL Children's Room at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Music & Movement, STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Ages 0-5, Families

Come and build as a family! Duplos, blocks, Keva planks, and more will be provided.

 

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group
This event is in the "Families" group

Lego Club

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
HL Children's Room at Handley Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Families
marketing
This event is in the "Adults" group

Writer's Group for Adults

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Benham Gallery Room at Handley Library
Program Type:
Writing Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

 

Join us for this month's prompt: Music

This event is in the "Adults" group

Plant & Seed Swap

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 11:00am - 2:00pm
Clarke County
Program Type:
Gardening
Age Group:
Adults

Ready, Set, GROW!!

Get ready for Clarke County Library's 2nd annual plant & seed swap! 

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group
This event is in the "Families" group

Family Film

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
HL Children's Room at Handley Library
Program Type:
Film
Age Group:
Children, Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Families

 

Join us for a family picnic and movie event where you're encouraged to bring a lunch to the show. Popcorn provided! All Ages.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group

Kid's Kitchen

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Benham Gallery Room at Handley Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Ages 6-11

 

Learn about food safety, preparation, and how to use a recipe as you gain confidence in the kitchen. Dietary modifications offered if notified in advance. Ages 6-11. *Registration required.

Registration Required
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Families" group

Pop, Rock & Ring with the Apple Valley Ringers

Sunday, May 17, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Bowman Meeting Room at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Friends Events
Age Group:
Children, Adults, Families

Get ready for the Apple Valley Ringers, the beloved handbell choir, as they return to Bowman Library with rhythm, nostalgia, and musical surprises.

Registration Required
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group

Preschool Time

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Nook at Handley Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Children, Ages 0-5

 

Enjoy an early literacy program focused on school-readiness skills perfect for preschoolers who will learn through stories, rhymes, songs and more. Then, stay for an interactive craft. Ages 3-6.

This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Families" group

Sit & Stitch

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
HL West Reading Room at Handley Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens (12+), Adults, Families

Hooks and needles and fiber, oh my!

Whatever you craft (knit, crochet, embroidery, latch hook...), we invite you to bring your work in progress of any kind and enjoy the company of others!

No registration required.