❄️ Groundhog Day Update

Our Bowman Library Groundhog Day Celebration (was scheduled for Saturday, Jan. 31) has been rescheduled to Saturday, February 7 from 11am–12pm due to parking conditions. Same fun, easier arrival!

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Perseverance and Resilience: Supporting Veterans through Poetry

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Benham Gallery Room at Handley Library
Program Type:
Friends Events
Age Group:
Adults

Veterans of the U.S. military are warmly invited to participate in poetry workshops at Handley Regional Library, as part of the Virginia Commonwealth’s poet laureate initiative.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Rescheduled-Tai Chi Wisdom Circle

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Bowman Meeting Room at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Friends Events
Age Group:
Adults

Rooted in the wisdom of Classical Chinese Medicine—which honors the ebb and flow of the seasons both within us and around us—our monthly Tai Chi Wisdom Circle offers ages 16+ a welcoming space to connect, learn, and align with these natural rhythm

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

Little Noon Music Series: Meisha Herron

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Bowman Meeting Room at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Little Noon Music, Friends Events
Age Group:
Children, Adults, Families

Meisha Herron is a Chicago-born musician who studied guitar at Columbia College. Her original songs explore themes of love, nature, community, and family.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Tai Chi Workshop-Love Yourself Massage

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Benham Gallery Room at Handley Library
Program Type:
Friends Events
Age Group:
Adults

Classic Chinese Medicine wisdom states that increased flow - of both blood and life-sustaining chi - can help alleviate many discomforts within the body.

This event is in the "Adults" group

America 250 Book Circle

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Benham Gallery Room at Handley Library
Program Type:
Friends Events
Age Group:
Adults

The America 250 Book Circle brings readers together to immerse themselves in the history of our country’s founding.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Tai Chi Wisdom Circle

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Bowman Meeting Room at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Friends Events
Age Group:
Adults

Rooted in the wisdom of Classical Chinese Medicine—which honors the ebb and flow of the seasons both within us and around us—our monthly Tai Chi Wisdom Circle offers ages 16+ a welcoming space to connect, learn, and align with these natural rhythm

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Families" group

Donation Drop Off

Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 9:00am - 11:30am
Bowman Meeting Room at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Friends Events
Age Group:
Adults, Families

Volunteers will be on hand to collect your gently used books (in good, clean condition), DVDs, music CDs, audiobooks on CD and electronic games in the Bowman Library parking lot. 

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

Little Noon Music Series: Howard Burns & Friends

Friday, March 13, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
CCL Barns @ Rose Hill at Clarke County
Program Type:
Little Noon Music, Friends Events
Age Group:
Children, Adults, Families

Drummer Howard Burns leads The Flying Camel Trio, joined by pianist Jordan Clawson and multi-instrumentalist Anita Thomas, forming a dynamic ensemble whose combined artistry delivers a spirited and sophisticated jazz experience.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Tai Chi Workshop-Energy of Intimacy

Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Bowman Meeting Room at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Friends Events
Age Group:
Adults

This workshop is all about the energy of intimacy - not just sexual intimacy. All energetic connections between humans will be explored - the good ones, the bad ones, and the neutral ones.

This event is in the "Adults" group

America 250 Book Circle

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Benham Gallery Room at Handley Library
Program Type:
Friends Events
Age Group:
Adults

The America 250 Book Circle brings readers together to immerse themselves in the history of our country’s founding.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Tai Chi Wisdom Circle

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Bowman Meeting Room at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Friends Events
Age Group:
Adults

Rooted in the wisdom of Classical Chinese Medicine—which honors the ebb and flow of the seasons both within us and around us—our monthly Tai Chi Wisdom Circle offers ages 16+ a welcoming space to connect, learn, and align with these natural rhythm

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Families" group

Donation Drop Off

Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 9:00am - 10:30am
Bowman Meeting Room at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Friends Events
Age Group:
Adults, Families

Volunteers will be on hand to collect your gently used books (in good, clean condition), DVDs, music CDs, audiobooks on CD and electronic games in the Bowman Library parking lot. 

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

Little Noon Music Series: Jon Rose Trio

Friday, April 10, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Handley Robinson Auditorium at Handley Library
Program Type:
Little Noon Music, Friends Events
Age Group:
Children, Adults, Families

The Jon Rose Trio is a classic jazz ensemble from the Northern Shenandoah Valley. Their performances feature a wide-ranging mix of familiar bossa nova and blues-infused jazz—at times sweet and laid-back, other times vibrant and exhilarating.

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

Member Night-Spring Used Book Sale

Friday, April 10, 2026 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Bowman Meeting Room at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Book Sales, Friends Events
Age Group:
Children, Adults, Families

Friends of Handley Regional Library System members can shop the book sale before it's open to the public. Not a member or need to renew your membership?

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

Spring Used Book Sale-First Day!

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 10:00am - 5:00pm
Bowman Meeting Room at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Book Sales, Friends Events
Age Group:
Children, Adults, Families

Book prices will range from $1-$2, with some special items costing $5 or more. Many items are sorted into categories for shoppers to look through. There will be children's books, DVDs, CDs, audiobooks, fiction, nonfiction and paperback books.

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

Spring Used Book Sale

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 8:00pm
Bowman Meeting Room at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Book Sales, Friends Events
Age Group:
Children, Adults, Families

Book prices will range from $1-$2, with some special items costing $5 or more. Many items are sorted into categories for shoppers to look through. There will be children's books, DVDs, CDs, audiobooks, fiction, nonfiction and paperback books.

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

Spring Used Book Sale

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 8:00pm
Bowman Meeting Room at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Book Sales, Friends Events
Age Group:
Children, Adults, Families

Book prices will range from $1-$2, with some special items costing $5 or more. Many items are sorted into categories for shoppers to look through. There will be children's books, DVDs, CDs, audiobooks, fiction, nonfiction and paperback books.

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

Spring Used Book Sale

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 10:00am - 8:00pm
Bowman Meeting Room at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Book Sales, Friends Events
Age Group:
Children, Adults, Families

Book prices will range from $1-$2, with some special items costing $5 or more. Many items are sorted into categories for shoppers to look through. There will be children's books, DVDs, CDs, audiobooks, fiction, nonfiction and paperback books.

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

Spring Used Book Sale

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 8:00pm
Bowman Meeting Room at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Book Sales, Friends Events
Age Group:
Children, Adults, Families

Book prices will range from $1-$2, with some special items costing $5 or more. Many items are sorted into categories for shoppers to look through. There will be children's books, DVDs, CDs, audiobooks, fiction, nonfiction and paperback books.

This event is in the "Adults" group

America 250 Book Circle

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Benham Gallery Room at Handley Library
Program Type:
Friends Events
Age Group:
Adults

The America 250 Book Circle brings readers together to immerse themselves in the history of our country’s founding.

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

Spring Used Book Sale-Last Day!

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 5:00pm
Bowman Meeting Room at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Book Sales, Friends Events
Age Group:
Children, Adults, Families

Book prices will range from $1-$2, with some special items costing $5 or more. Many items are sorted into categories for shoppers to look through. There will be children's books, DVDs, CDs, audiobooks, fiction, nonfiction and paperback books.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Families" group

Donation Drop Off

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 9:00am - 11:30am
Bowman Meeting Room at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Friends Events
Age Group:
Adults, Families

Volunteers will be on hand to collect your gently used books (in good, clean condition), DVDs, music CDs, audiobooks on CD and electronic games in the Bowman Library parking lot. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Tai Chi Workshop-Tips for Brain Health

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Bowman Meeting Room at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Friends Events
Age Group:
Adults

This workshop focuses on tips for improving overall brain health and discusses things that can impact our clarity of thinking.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Tai Chi Wisdom Circle

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Bowman Meeting Room at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Friends Events
Age Group:
Adults

Rooted in the wisdom of Classical Chinese Medicine—which honors the ebb and flow of the seasons both within us and around us—our monthly Tai Chi Wisdom Circle offers ages 16+ a welcoming space to connect, learn, and align with these natural rhythm