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Adventure Begins at Your Library Summer Reading 2024 Images

Adventure Begins at Your Library: Acrylic Painting with John Kennedy!

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
BL Children's Room at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY Workshops, Workshops & Camps
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Families
Event Details:

Join us as our special guests share their adventures and skills with us to commemorate our "Adventure Begins at Your Library" Youth Summer Reading Challenge! Today's presenter i...

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

Join us as our special guests share their adventures and skills with us to commemorate our "Adventure Begins at Your Library" Youth Summer Reading Challenge!

Today's presenter is...John Kennedy!

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. 

dr diane logo

Adventures Camp

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Benham Gallery Room at Handley Library
Program Type:
Reading Program, Story Sharing, Arts & Crafts, STEAM, Workshops & Camps
Age Group:
Children, Ages 6-11
Event Details:

In this camp, friends will go on adventures through STEAM and literacy! Ages 6-11. Register with the participating child's name only. *Registration (and attendance) is required ...

Required
Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: Benham Gallery Room
Age Group: Children, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Reading Program, Story Sharing, Arts & Crafts, STEAM, Workshops & Camps
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

In this camp, friends will go on adventures through STEAM and literacy! Ages 6-11. Register with the participating child's name only.

Building Bridges / Construyendo Puentes

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
HL Children's Room + Benham Gallery + Handley Robinson Auditorium at Handley Library
Program Type:
Hangout, Story Sharing, Arts & Crafts, Bilingual, Workshops & Camps
Age Group:
Children, Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Adults, Families
Event Details:

Join us for English as a second language conversation classes for both kids and adults. Enjoy a pizza dinner and engaging activities based on a theme, with special guests and givea...

Required
Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: HL Children's Room + Benham Gallery + Handley Robinson Auditorium
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Adults, Families
Program Type: Hangout, Story Sharing, Arts & Crafts, Bilingual, Workshops & Camps
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Join us for English as a second language conversation classes for both kids and adults. Enjoy a pizza dinner and engaging activities based on a theme, with special guests and giveaway prizes! *Registration encouraged each week.

dr diane logo

Adventures Camp

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Benham Gallery Room at Handley Library
Program Type:
Reading Program, Story Sharing, Arts & Crafts, STEAM, Workshops & Camps
Age Group:
Children, Ages 6-11
Event Details:

In this camp, friends will go on adventures through STEAM and literacy! Ages 6-11. Register with the participating child's name only. *Registration (and attendance) is required ...

Required
Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: Benham Gallery Room
Age Group: Children, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Reading Program, Story Sharing, Arts & Crafts, STEAM, Workshops & Camps
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

In this camp, friends will go on adventures through STEAM and literacy! Ages 6-11. Register with the participating child's name only.

dr diane logo

Adventures Camp

Friday, August 2, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Benham Gallery Room at Handley Library
Program Type:
Reading Program, Story Sharing, Arts & Crafts, STEAM, Workshops & Camps
Age Group:
Children, Ages 6-11
Event Details:

In this camp, friends will go on adventures through STEAM and literacy! Ages 6-11. Register with the participating child's name only. *Registration (and attendance) is required ...

Required
Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: Benham Gallery Room
Age Group: Children, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Reading Program, Story Sharing, Arts & Crafts, STEAM, Workshops & Camps
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

In this camp, friends will go on adventures through STEAM and literacy! Ages 6-11. Register with the participating child's name only.

dr diane logo

Little Adventures Camp

Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Benham Gallery Room at Handley Library
Program Type:
Reading Program, Story Sharing, Arts & Crafts, STEAM, Workshops & Camps
Age Group:
Children, Ages 0-5
Event Details:

In this camp, friends will go on adventures through STEAM and literacy! Ages 3-6 with caregivers. Register with the participating child's name only. *Registration (and attendanc...

Required
Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: Benham Gallery Room
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5
Program Type: Reading Program, Story Sharing, Arts & Crafts, STEAM, Workshops & Camps
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

In this camp, friends will go on adventures through STEAM and literacy! Ages 3-6 with caregivers. Register with the participating child's name only.

Sit and Stitch Tuesdays at 1 pm

Clarke Sit and Stitch

Tuesday, August 6, 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!

Handley Sit and Stitch

Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
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. 

Handley Sit and Stitch

Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Outdoor West Esplanade 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: Outdoor West Esplanade
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. 

dr diane logo

Little Adventures Camp

Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Benham Gallery Room at Handley Library
Program Type:
Reading Program, Story Sharing, Arts & Crafts, STEAM, Workshops & Camps
Age Group:
Children, Ages 0-5
Event Details:

In this camp, friends will go on adventures through STEAM and literacy! Ages 3-6 with caregivers. Register with the participating child's name only. *Registration (and attendanc...

Required
Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: Benham Gallery Room
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5
Program Type: Reading Program, Story Sharing, Arts & Crafts, STEAM, Workshops & Camps
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

In this camp, friends will go on adventures through STEAM and literacy! Ages 3-6 with caregivers. Register with the participating child's name only.

Building Bridges / Construyendo Puentes

Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
HL Children's Room + Benham Gallery + Handley Robinson Auditorium at Handley Library
Program Type:
Hangout, Story Sharing, Arts & Crafts, Bilingual, Workshops & Camps
Age Group:
Children, Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Adults, Families
Event Details:

Join us for English as a second language conversation classes for both kids and adults. Enjoy a pizza dinner and engaging activities based on a theme, with special guests and givea...

Required
Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: HL Children's Room + Benham Gallery + Handley Robinson Auditorium
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Adults, Families
Program Type: Hangout, Story Sharing, Arts & Crafts, Bilingual, Workshops & Camps
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Join us for English as a second language conversation classes for both kids and adults. Enjoy a pizza dinner and engaging activities based on a theme, with special guests and giveaway prizes! *Registration encouraged each week.

dr diane logo

Little Adventures Camp

Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Benham Gallery Room at Handley Library
Program Type:
Reading Program, Story Sharing, Arts & Crafts, STEAM, Workshops & Camps
Age Group:
Children, Ages 0-5
Event Details:

In this camp, friends will go on adventures through STEAM and literacy! Ages 3-6 with caregivers. Register with the participating child's name only. *Registration (and attendanc...

Required
Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: Benham Gallery Room
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5
Program Type: Reading Program, Story Sharing, Arts & Crafts, STEAM, Workshops & Camps
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

In this camp, friends will go on adventures through STEAM and literacy! Ages 3-6 with caregivers. Register with the participating child's name only.

Nature Surprises Badge

Nature Surprises- Flowers

Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
BL Children's Room at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Gardening, Arts & Crafts, DIY Workshops, STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Ages 6-11
Event Details:

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! ...

Required
Library Branch: Bowman Library
Room: BL Children's Room
Age Group: Children, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Gardening, Arts & Crafts, DIY Workshops, STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

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.

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. 

Flying book

SRP Finale at Bowman Library

Saturday, August 10, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
BL Children's Room at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Reading Program, Arts & Crafts, Music & Movement, Performances & Lectures
Age Group:
Children, Teens (12+), Families
Event Details:

We celebrate everyone's summer reading successes through music, crafts, puppets, book readings, local authors and awarding prizes.

Library Branch: Bowman Library
Room: BL Children's Room
Age Group: Children, Teens (12+), Families
Program Type: Reading Program, Arts & Crafts, Music & Movement, Performances & Lectures
Event Details:

We celebrate everyone's summer reading successes through music, crafts, puppets, book readings, local authors and awarding prizes.

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 and Stitch Tuesdays at 1 pm

Clarke Sit and Stitch

Tuesday, August 13, 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!

Handley Sit and Stitch

Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
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. 

Handley Sit and Stitch

Wednesday, August 14, 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. 

Imagination Station Badge

Imagination Station

Thursday, August 15, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
BL Children's Room at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY Workshops, STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Families
Event Details:

Join us at the Bowman Library for a STEAM based program with hands-on activities for children of all ages. Each station is designed to best suit various ages, abilitie...

Required
Library Branch: Bowman Library
Room: BL Children's Room
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY Workshops, STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Join us at the Bowman Library for a STEAM based program with hands-on activities for children of all ages.

Each station is designed to best suit various ages, abilities, and interests.

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. 

Sit and Stitch Tuesdays at 1 pm

Clarke Sit and Stitch

Tuesday, August 20, 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!

Handley Sit and Stitch

Tuesday, August 20, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
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. 

Handley Sit and Stitch

Wednesday, August 21, 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. 

T(w)een Crafternoons

Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
HL Children's Room 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: HL Children's Room
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+.

Junior Graphic Novel Club Badge

Junior Graphic Novel Club

Thursday, August 22, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
BL Children's Room at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Writing Workshop, Arts & Crafts, DIY Workshops, Workshops & Camps
Age Group:
Children, Ages 6-11, Teens (12+)
Event Details:

Come sharpen your drawing and writing skills! Children and teens ages 6 and up are given the knowledge, resources, and materials needed to make their own graphic novel, or ...

Required
Library Branch: Bowman Library
Room: BL Children's Room
Age Group: Children, Ages 6-11, Teens (12+)
Program Type: Writing Workshop, Arts & Crafts, DIY Workshops, Workshops & Camps
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Come sharpen your drawing and writing skills!

Children and teens ages 6 and up are given the knowledge, resources, and materials needed to make their own graphic novel, or to just create and have fun!

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. 

Sit and Stitch Tuesdays at 1 pm

Clarke Sit and Stitch

Tuesday, August 27, 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!