Important Announcement: Bowman Library Renovations

Bowman Library will be installing new carpeting from January 12–23. During this time, some services will be limited:

  • Printing will be limited
  • Only laptop computers will be available
  • Study rooms will be unavailable
  • Access to many adult materials will be limited
  • Faxing and scanning will be unavailable

These services will still be available at both Handley Library and Clarke County branches.
Thank you for your patience as we make improvements to your library.

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Event List

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Storytime at Clarke

Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
CCL Children's Area at Clarke County
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Families

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!

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

Family STEAM Lab

Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Benham Gallery Room at Handley Library
Program Type:
STEAM, Storytimes
Age Group:
Children, Ages 0-5

 

Let your little ones tinker and problem solve in this multisensory program based on a theme. Wear clothes you don't mind getting messy in! Ages 0-5. Both Tuesday and Wednesday are the same program theme/format. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Sit & Stitch

Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Clarke County
Program Type:
Hangout, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Hooks and needles and fiber, oh my!

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

Sit & Stitch

Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Benham Gallery 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. 

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

Family STEAM Lab

Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Benham Gallery Room at Handley Library
Program Type:
STEAM, Storytimes
Age Group:
Children, Ages 0-5

 

Let your little ones tinker and problem solve in this multisensory program based on a theme. Wear clothes you don't mind getting messy in! Ages 0-5. Both Tuesday and Wednesday are the same program theme/format. 

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, September 16, 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 "Ages 6-11" group
This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Sit & Stitch

Friday, September 18, 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, September 18, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
HL Children's Room at Handley Library
Program Type:
Music & Movement
Age Group:
Children, Ages 0-5, Families
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This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group

Baby Playtime at Bowman

Friday, September 18, 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, September 18, 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 "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, September 19, 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 "Children" group
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group

Kid's Kitchen

Saturday, September 19, 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 "Teens (12+)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Families" group

Sit & Stitch

Monday, September 21, 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. 

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

KidSTEAM

Monday, September 21, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Benham Gallery Room at Handley Library
Program Type:
STEAM, Storytimes
Age Group:
Children, Ages 0-5

 

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

Pokémon Trading Card Game

Monday, September 21, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
CCL Children's Area at Clarke County
Program Type:
Game Nights, Gaming, Hangout
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Teens (12+)

Join us at the Clarke County Library every Monday at 5 pm for an hour of Pokemon fun! Bring your own deck of Pokemon TCG cards or borrow some from the library.

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

Storytime at Clarke

Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
CCL Children's Area at Clarke County
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Families

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!

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

Grow a Reader Pop-Up Playgroup

Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Benham Gallery Room at Handley Library
Program Type:
Story Sharing, Music & Movement, STEAM, Storytimes
Age Group:
Children, Ages 0-5, Families

Grow your reader at the library! Enjoy a drop-in, interactive playgroup that features educational components that will developmentally support your reader through learning and play for ages 1-3.

Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Sit & Stitch

Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Clarke County
Program Type:
Hangout, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Hooks and needles and fiber, oh my!

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

Sit & Stitch

Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Benham Gallery 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. 

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

Family STEAM Lab

Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Benham Gallery Room at Handley Library
Program Type:
STEAM, Storytimes
Age Group:
Children, Ages 0-5

 

Let your little ones tinker and problem solve in this multisensory program based on a theme. Wear clothes you don't mind getting messy in! Ages 0-5. Both Tuesday and Wednesday are the same program theme/format. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Virginia Works Job Fair

Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Bowman Meeting Room at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Job Help
Age Group:
Adults

Virginia Works is hosting this event, which provides a focused opportunity for you to meet and connect directly with multiple local and regional employers who are actively hiring.

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, September 23, 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 "Adults" group

Adventures Through Grief

Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Benham Gallery Room at Handley Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Adults

Are you or somebody you know working through grief or loss? Are you between the ages of 18 and 26? Have you ever wanted to try out Dungeons & Dragons or any other tabletop roleplaying games? 

Registration Required