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Adult Craft Creations

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bowman Meeting Room at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Hangout, Arts & Crafts, DIY Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for a fun and relaxing way to relieve some stress and express your creativity. Socialize and connect with other adults and complete a simple and fun art activity. All materials will be provided.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Bowman Library
Room: Bowman Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Hangout, Arts & Crafts, DIY Workshops
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a fun and relaxing way to relieve some stress and express your creativity. Socialize and connect with other adults and complete a simple and fun art activity. All materials will be provided.

Sounds and Stories Playtime

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
HL Children's Room at Handley Library
Age Group:
Children, Ages 0-5

Lets Play!

Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: HL Children's Room
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5
Event Details:

Lets Play!

Family Build Time promotional poster with a border made of Legos

Family Build Time

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 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.

 

Library Branch: Bowman Library
Room: BL Children's Room
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Music & Movement, 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. 

pile of lego blocks

After School Lego Time!

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
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!

Library Branch: Clarke County
Room: CCL Children's Area
Age Group: Children, Ages 6-11, Families
Program Type: Gaming, Hangout
Event Details:

Lego fun for everyone!

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

Tween DIY Ornaments

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
BL Children's Room at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Hangout, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Teens (12+)

Join us to make and paint your own variety of ornaments.

For ages 8-12.  Registration Required.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Bowman Library
Room: BL Children's Room
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Teens (12+)
Program Type: Hangout, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us to make and paint your own variety of ornaments.

For ages 8-12.  Registration Required.

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.

Classic Game Night

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
BL Reading Porch at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Game Nights, Hangout
Age Group:
Teens (12+), Adults, Families

Join us for a fun and engaging library program that brings together classic board and card games, perfect for all ages!

Library Branch: Bowman Library
Room: BL Reading Porch
Age Group: Teens (12+), Adults, Families
Program Type: Game Nights, Hangout
Event Details:

Join us for a fun and engaging library program that brings together classic board and card games, perfect for all ages!

adult d and d art

Adult Dungeons & Dragons Game Night

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Clarke County
Program Type:
Game Nights, Gaming, Hangout
Age Group:
Adults

**NEW date for December: Due to library closures for the Christmas holiday, the adult D&D game will occur one week earlier than usual, on December 17th**

Registration Required
Library Branch: Clarke County
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Game Nights, Gaming, Hangout
Registration Required
Event Details:

**NEW date for December: Due to library closures for the Christmas holiday, the adult D&D game will occur one week earlier than usual, on December 17th**

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Grow a Reader Pop-Up Playgroup

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:00am
Benham Gallery Room at Handley Library
Program Type:
Story Sharing, Music & Movement, STEAM, Workshops & Camps
Age Group:
Children, Ages 0-5, Families

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.

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

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
HL Children's Room at Handley Library
Age Group:
Children, Ages 0-5

Lets Play!

Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: HL Children's Room
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5
Event Details:

Lets Play!

Death Cafe

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Bowman Meeting Room at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Hangout
Age Group:
Adults

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

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.

Toddler Time promotional poster with a smiling toddler holding a blue toy

Play and Explore-Toddler Storytime

Thursday, December 18, 2025 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

Welcome to Play and Explore! 

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. 

book cover for frozen river

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

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Clarke County
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

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!

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!

an open book surrounded by children

Afternoon Storytime!

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:30pm
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!

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!

Mental Health Workshop

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Benham Gallery Room at Handley Library

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.

Cancelled
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-Community Station

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
BL Children's Room at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Performances & Lectures
Age Group:
Ages 6-11

Gather to hear from community partners about local events and activities!

This month, we are learning how to decorate cookies with Arnie Howe.

This program is intended for children ages 6-11.

Cancelled
Library Branch: Bowman Library
Room: BL Children's Room
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Performances & Lectures
Event Details:

Gather to hear from community partners about local events and activities!

This month, we are learning how to decorate cookies with Arnie Howe.

This program is intended for children ages 6-11.

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.

terra cotta pot with animated seedlings emerging

Nature Surprises

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
CCL Children's Area at Clarke County
Program Type:
Nature, Gardening, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 6-11

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! 

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! 

Festival of Lights

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
BL Children's Room at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Families

Join us as we learn about and celebrate Hanukkah through stories, activites, crafts, and more!

Library Branch: Bowman Library
Room: BL Children's Room
Age Group: Children, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us as we learn about and celebrate Hanukkah through stories, activites, crafts, 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.

Magic the Gathering graphic

Magic: The Gathering FOR TEENS

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
BL Reading Porch - Teen Area at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Game Nights
Age Group:
Teens (12+)

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

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.

Sit & Stitch

Friday, December 19, 2025 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!

Library Branch: Bowman Library
Room: BL Reading Porch
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Adults
Program Type: Hangout, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Hooks and needles and fiber, oh my!

Dance Party

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
HL Children's Room at Handley Library
Program Type:
Music & Movement
Age Group:
Children, Ages 0-5, Families
Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: HL Children's Room
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Families
Program Type: Music & Movement
Event Details:
Children and families meet the airplanes

Storytime at the Airport-Rescheduled

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Off Site
Program Type:
Story Sharing, Music & Movement, STEAM, Storytimes
Age Group:
Children, Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Families

Join Mrs. Donna at the Winchester Regional Airport terminal! This month on the third Friday, December 19 at 11:00 am.

Hear a story, dance with friends, and then go outside to see the PLANES!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Families
Program Type: Story Sharing, Music & Movement, STEAM, Storytimes
Event Details:

Join Mrs. Donna at the Winchester Regional Airport terminal! This month on the third Friday, December 19 at 11:00 am.

Hear a story, dance with friends, and then go outside to see the PLANES!

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 at Bowman

Friday, December 19, 2025 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, colorful balls and offer a sensory craft activity.

Library Branch: Bowman Library
Room: BL Children's Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Hangout, Music & Movement
Event Details:

Enjoy unstructured playtime with your baby as we bring out soft blocks, colorful balls and offer a sensory craft activity.

Tween Reading Club

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
CCL Children's Area at Clarke County
Program Type:
Book Club, Hangout
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Teens (12+)

Join up with fellow book lovers at our Tween Reading Club, every Friday afternoon at 1pm. Come for a quiet hour of reading with Ms. Mackenzie and chat with other readers about your favorites!

For ages 9-13

Library Branch: Clarke County
Room: CCL Children's Area
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Teens (12+)
Program Type: Book Club, Hangout
Event Details:

Join up with fellow book lovers at our Tween Reading Club, every Friday afternoon at 1pm. Come for a quiet hour of reading with Ms. Mackenzie and chat with other readers about your favorites!

For ages 9-13

Teen Game Night Poster

Teen Game Night

Friday, December 19, 2025 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 and table top games, a music/dance area, and time to relax, eat some light snacks, and enjoy time with friends.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Bowman Library
Room: BL Reading Porch - Teen Area
Age Group: Teens (12+)
Program Type: Gaming, Hangout, Video Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Every 3rd Friday of the month join us for video and table top games, a music/dance area, and time to relax, eat some light snacks, and enjoy time with friends.

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.