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Family Build Time promotional poster with a border made of Legos

Family Build Time

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
BL Children's Room at Bowman Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Ages 0-5, Families
Event Details:

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

Library Branch: Bowman Library
Room: BL Children's Room
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Families
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:
Come and build as a family! Duplos, blocks, Keva planks, and more will be provided.   ...

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. 

Behind the Scenes Tour at Handley Library

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Handley Robinson Auditorium at Handley Library
Program Type:
Library Tour
Age Group:
Adults, Families
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 pe

Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: Handley Robinson Auditorium
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 on the Lower Level. ...

LEGO Club

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
HL Children's Room at Handley Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Families
Event Details:

Get your brick on in this weekly building challenge. Program is intended for all ages.

Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: HL Children's Room
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Families
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:
Get your brick on in this weekly building challenge. Program is intended for all ages. ...

Books and Blooms

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
BL Children's Room at Bowman Library
Age Group:
Children, Families
Event Details:

Join us as we celebrate everything books and blooms! Plant a flower and take it home to enjoy watching the magic of growth and nature.

Library Branch: Bowman Library
Room: BL Children's Room
Age Group: Children, Families
Event Details:
Join us as we celebrate everything books and blooms! Plant a flower and take it home to enjoy watching the magic of growth and nature. ...

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.

Story Builders

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Outdoor West Esplanade at Handley Library
Program Type:
Story Sharing, STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Are you ready for a challenge? Listen to a story and complete a creative, engineering challenge inspired by the book. Then, take home a Grab-and-Go Kit that includes all supplies a

Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: Outdoor West Esplanade
Age Group: Children, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Story Sharing, STEAM
Event Details:
Are you ready for a challenge? Listen to a story and complete a creative, engineering challenge inspired by the book. Then, take home a Grab-and-Go Kit that includes all supplies and extension activities to do later. Program is intended for Ages 6-11...
Shannon Combs-Bennett

Genetic Genealogy with Shannon Combs-Bennett

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Handley Robinson Auditorium at Handley Library
Program Type:
History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Teens (12+), Adults
Event Details:

Presenter Shannon Combs-Bennett will discuss how genetic testing may aid in researching your family's history.  She will also explain how the science works and how to use the

Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: Handley Robinson Auditorium
Age Group: Teens (12+), Adults
Program Type: History & Genealogy
Event Details:
Presenter Shannon Combs-Bennett will discuss how genetic testing may aid in researching your family's history.  She will also explain how the science works and how to use the findings to understand the past.  She will also discuss aspects t...

Preschool Playtime: Tinkergarten

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Mike Foreman Rotary Reading Garden at Handley Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Children, Ages 0-5, Families
Event Details:

It’s time to play! Join us for a variety of playtime activities each week as we take a Storytime Break.  Enjoy a Tinkergarten class with Dani Lawson.  

Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: Mike Foreman Rotary Reading Garden
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Families
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:
It’s time to play! Join us for a variety of playtime activities each week as we take a Storytime Break.  Enjoy a Tinkergarten class with Dani Lawson.   ...
Middle Grade Book Spotlight

Middle Grade Book Spotlight

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 12:00pm - 12:15pm
Virtual Events
Program Type:
Story Sharing, Virtual Programs
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Families
Event Details:

Middle Grade Book Spotlight:  Looking for a new and exciting book to read?  Join us 2nd and 4th Monday afternoons as books geared toward upper elementary and middle schoo

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Events
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Families
Program Type: Story Sharing, Virtual Programs
Event Details:
Middle Grade Book Spotlight:  Looking for a new and exciting book to read?  Join us 2nd and 4th Monday afternoons as books geared toward upper elementary and middle schoolers are presented and shared; each week is centered around a differen...
Teen Book Spotlight

Teen Book Spotlight

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 1:00pm - 1:15pm
Virtual Events
Program Type:
Story Sharing, Virtual Programs
Age Group:
Teens (12+), Families
Event Details:

Want to read a "good" book and have no idea where to start? Join us every 2nd and 4th Monday afternoon of the month as a variety of books for teens  are presented and sugge

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Events
Age Group: Teens (12+), Families
Program Type: Story Sharing, Virtual Programs
Event Details:
Want to read a "good" book and have no idea where to start? Join us every 2nd and 4th Monday afternoon of the month as a variety of books for teens  are presented and suggested! Every week is a different theme with a new selection of books; s...
Lego Club @ Bowman Library

Lego Club @ Bowman Library

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
BL Children's Room at Bowman Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Bring your imaginations and join us every week for a different building challenge!! All children ages 6 & up are invited to come out; no registration is needed. Our theme this

Library Branch: Bowman Library
Room: BL Children's Room
Age Group: Children, Ages 6-11
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:
Bring your imaginations and join us every week for a different building challenge!! All children ages 6 & up are invited to come out; no registration is needed. Our theme this week is...Flowers and Gardens ...

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.

Baby Playtime: Soulshine Yoga

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Nook at Handley Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Children, Ages 0-5, Families
Event Details:

It’s time to play! Join us for a variety of playtime activities each week as we take a Storytime Break.  Enjoy Baby & Me Yoga from Soulshine Medicine.  

Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: Storytime Nook
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Families
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:
It’s time to play! Join us for a variety of playtime activities each week as we take a Storytime Break.  Enjoy Baby & Me Yoga from Soulshine Medicine.   ...

CANCELLED Storytime at Clarke!

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
CCL Children's Area at Clarke County
Program Type:
Reading Program, Storytimes
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Families
Event Details:

Storytime is cancelled today, but we look forward to seeing you all again next Tuesday!

Library Branch: Clarke County
Room: CCL Children's Area
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Families
Program Type: Reading Program, Storytimes
Event Details:
Storytime is cancelled today, but we look forward to seeing you all again next Tuesday! ...

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.

Trit Trot to Bowman Poster

Trit Trot to Bowman--Baby Time

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
BL Children's Room at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Story Sharing, Music & Movement, Storytimes
Age Group:
Children, Ages 0-5, Families
Event Details:

Trit Trot to Bowman is an early literacy program for infants, 0-18 months, and their families and caregivers. Introduce your babe to the joys of books, language, movement

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:
Trit Trot to Bowman is an early literacy program for infants, 0-18 months, and their families and caregivers. Introduce your babe to the joys of books, language, movement, and music! Learn fun baby games, nursery rhymes, and more!  ...

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. 

La Leche League

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Storytime Nook at Handley Library
Program Type:
Hangout, Workshops & Camps
Age Group:
Children, Ages 0-5, Adults, Families
Event Details:

Join us for a chat and playdate with La Leche League NSV. This month's topic is supporting better sleep. These leaders are parent volunteers, educated and accredited by La Leche

Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: Storytime Nook
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Adults, Families
Program Type: Hangout, Workshops & Camps
Event Details:
Join us for a chat and playdate with La Leche League NSV. This month's topic is supporting better sleep. These leaders are parent volunteers, educated and accredited by La Leche League International to provide FREE, inclusive, evidence based, comm...
Sit and Stitch Tuesdays at 1 pm

Clarke Sit and Stitch

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Clarke County
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

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

Library Branch: Clarke County
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
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 other crafters! No registration required.  ...

Handley Sit and Stitch

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Handley Board Room at Handley Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

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

Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: Handley Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
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.  Please note: This pr...
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Parent Education & Chat

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Benham Gallery Room at Handley Library
Program Type:
Workshops & Camps
Age Group:
Children, Ages 0-5, Adults, Families
Event Details:

Come chat with local parents and caregivers to learn more about topical parenting skills to support your family. Enjoy a pizza dinner and enter to win the prize raffle. All attendi

Required
Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: Benham Gallery Room
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Adults, Families
Program Type: Workshops & Camps
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:
Come chat with local parents and caregivers to learn more about topical parenting skills to support your family. Enjoy a pizza dinner and enter to win the prize raffle. All attending families receive a take-home kit with fun activities to do later! ...

Puzzle Tournament

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Bowman Meeting Room at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Game Nights, Gaming, Hangout
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Are you ready for a FUN challenge? Come be a part of Bowman Library's next Jigsaw Puzzle Tournament! Teams of 2-4 people compete to finish the same 500 piece puzzle. The team th

Required
Library Branch: Bowman Library
Room: Bowman Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Game Nights, Gaming, Hangout
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:
Are you ready for a FUN challenge? Come be a part of Bowman Library's next Jigsaw Puzzle Tournament! Teams of 2-4 people compete to finish the same 500 piece puzzle. The team that finishes in the least amount of time gets a medal and all the bragg...

Sounds and Stories

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Nook at Handley Library
Program Type:
Music & Movement, Storytimes
Age Group:
Children, Ages 0-5
Event Details:

Enjoy an early literacy program for active toddlers with the best of our popular Toddler Time and Dance Party programs combined. Focused on developmental skills consisting of stori

Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: Storytime Nook
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5
Program Type: Music & Movement, Storytimes
Event Details:
Enjoy an early literacy program for active toddlers with the best of our popular Toddler Time and Dance Party programs combined. Focused on developmental skills consisting of stories, rhymes, fingerplays, and more. Program is intended for Ages 16 mon...

Handley Sit and Stitch

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Benham Gallery Room at Handley Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

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

Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: Benham Gallery Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
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.  ...
Family Build Time promotional poster with a border made of Legos

Family Build Time

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
BL Children's Room at Bowman Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Ages 0-5, Families
Event Details:

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

Library Branch: Bowman Library
Room: BL Children's Room
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Families
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:
Come and build as a family! Duplos, blocks, Keva planks, and more will be provided.   ...

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. 

Lego Club at Clarke

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
CCL Children's Area at Clarke County
Program Type:
Gaming, Hangout
Age Group:
Children, Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Families
Event Details:

Lego fun for everyone! This is a free play event where children are encouraged to build and create with Lego's! Join us in the Children's Room at the Clarke County Library for an h

Library Branch: Clarke County
Room: CCL Children's Area
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Families
Program Type: Gaming, Hangout
Event Details:
Lego fun for everyone! This is a free play event where children are encouraged to build and create with Lego's! Join us in the Children's Room at the Clarke County Library for an hour of fun every Wednesday! ...

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.

T(w)een Crafternoons

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Outdoor West Esplanade at Handley Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Teens (12+)
Event Details:

Get your creativity flowing as we take on learning a new artistic hobby each month in this pop-up program for tweens, teens, and everyone in between. Program is intended for Ages 1

Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: Outdoor West Esplanade
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Teens (12+)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Get your creativity flowing as we take on learning a new artistic hobby each month in this pop-up program for tweens, teens, and everyone in between. Program is intended for Ages 10+. This Month's Theme:  ...

Scrabble Club

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
BL Reading Porch at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Game Nights, Hangout
Age Group:
Teens (12+), Adults, Families
Event Details:

Whether you’re a competitive player or just happy to play and enjoy a social chat, this club is a great place to get to know other locals and take part in a good game of Scrabble!

Library Branch: Bowman Library
Room: BL Reading Porch
Age Group: Teens (12+), Adults, Families
Program Type: Game Nights, Hangout
Event Details:
Whether you’re a competitive player or just happy to play and enjoy a social chat, this club is a great place to get to know other locals and take part in a good game of Scrabble! ...