This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group Apr 23 2026 Thu Teen Arts & Crafts 6:00pm–7:00pm Teens (12+) Bowman Library This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group Apr 23 2026 Thu Teen Arts & Crafts 6:00pm–7:00pm Bowman Library Library Branch: Bowman Library Room: BL Reading Porch - Teen Area Age Group: Teens (12+) Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Get together with fellow teen arts and crafts lovers while casually exploring your creative mind and spirit. No artistic experience or ability required, but pre-registration is a must in order to have enough materials available. Ages 12-18. 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.
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 24 2026 Fri Sit & Stitch 10:00am–12:00pm Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Adults Bowman Library This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 24 2026 Fri Sit & Stitch 10:00am–12:00pm Bowman Library 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!
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Families" group Apr 24 2026 Fri Spring Used Book Sale-Last Day! 10:00am–8:00pm Children, Adults, Families Bowman Library This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Families" group Apr 24 2026 Fri Spring Used Book Sale-Last Day! 10:00am–8:00pm Bowman Library Library Branch: Bowman Library Room: Bowman Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Adults, Families Program Type: Book Sales, Friends Events Event Details: 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 "Families" group Apr 25 2026 Sat Books and Blooms 11:00am–12:30pm Children, Families Bowman Library This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Families" group Apr 25 2026 Sat Books and Blooms 11:00am–12:30pm Bowman Library Library Branch: Bowman Library Room: BL Children's Room Age Group: Children, Families Program Type: Story Sharing, Arts & Crafts, DIY Workshops, Music & Movement, STEAM, Storytimes, Workshops & Camps 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. The event also includes music, stories, crafts and the performing puppets. 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.
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group This event is in the "Families" group Apr 25 2026 Sat Movie Saturdays at Bowman 1:00pm–3:00pm Children, Ages 0-5, Families Bowman Library This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group This event is in the "Families" group Apr 25 2026 Sat Movie Saturdays at Bowman 1:00pm–3:00pm Bowman Library Library Branch: Bowman Library Room: BL Children's Room Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Families Program Type: Film, Hangout Event Details: IT'S SHOWTIME!Join us for a family movie event complete with snacks and drinks to enjoy together.Today's show is...Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 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.
This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 25 2026 Sat Stitch-In 2:00pm–4:00pm Teens (12+), Adults Bowman Library This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 25 2026 Sat Stitch-In 2:00pm–4:00pm Bowman Library Library Branch: Bowman Library Room: BL Reading Porch Age Group: Teens (12+), Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: The stitch-ins are open to anyone who loves stitching! All skill levels are welcome – come stitch, chat, and be inspired. Bring your stitching project and connect with fellow embroidery enthusiasts in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group Apr 27 2026 Mon Lego Club @ Bowman Library 5:00pm–6:00pm Children, Ages 6-11 Bowman Library This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group Apr 27 2026 Mon Lego Club @ Bowman Library 5:00pm–6:00pm Bowman Library 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 kids ages 6-11 are invited to come out; no registration is needed. Our theme this week is... 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.
May 1 2026 Fri Apple Blossom Holiday All Day All Branches Closing May 1 2026 Fri Closing Apple Blossom Holiday All Day Branches: Handley Library, Archives, Bowman Library, Clarke County, Virtual Events, Off Site
May 2 2026 Sat Apple Blossom Holiday All Day All Branches Closing May 2 2026 Sat Closing Apple Blossom Holiday All Day Branches: Handley Library, Archives, Bowman Library, Clarke County, Virtual Events, Off Site
This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group May 4 2026 Mon Natsu Con Planning Committee Meeting 6:00pm–7:00pm Teens (12+) Bowman Library This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group May 4 2026 Mon Natsu Con Planning Committee Meeting 6:00pm–7:00pm Bowman Library Library Branch: Bowman Library Room: BL Reading Porch - Teen Area Age Group: Teens (12+) Event Details: Do you love anime, manga, video games, and the Japanese culture? Each July, the Natsu Con planning committee, along with the Teen Advisory Board, host our annual Natsu Con.
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 8 2026 Fri Sit & Stitch 10:00am–12:00pm Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Adults Bowman Library This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 8 2026 Fri Sit & Stitch 10:00am–12:00pm Bowman Library 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!
This event is in the "Adults" group May 8 2026 Fri After-hours Adult Game Night 6:00pm–9:00pm Adults Bowman Library This event is in the "Adults" group May 8 2026 Fri After-hours Adult Game Night 6:00pm–9:00pm Bowman Library Library Branch: Bowman Library Room: BL Reading Porch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Game Nights, Hangout Event Details: Looking for a fun way to spend your Friday night?Join us on the second Friday of every month for an evening of games, laughter, and friendly competition—just for adults!
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Families" group May 9 2026 Sat Donation Drop Off 9:00am–11:30am Adults, Families Bowman Library This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Families" group May 9 2026 Sat Donation Drop Off 9:00am–11:30am Bowman Library Library Branch: Bowman Library Room: Bowman Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, Families Program Type: Friends Events Event Details: 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 May 9 2026 Sat Tai Chi Workshop-Tips for Brain Health 1:00pm–2:30pm Adults Bowman Library This event is in the "Adults" group May 9 2026 Sat Tai Chi Workshop-Tips for Brain Health 1:00pm–2:30pm Bowman Library Library Branch: Bowman Library Room: Bowman Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Friends Events Event Details: 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 "Teens (12+)" group May 11 2026 Mon Teen Advisory Board Meeting 6:00pm–7:00pm Teens (12+) Bowman Library This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group May 11 2026 Mon Teen Advisory Board Meeting 6:00pm–7:00pm Bowman Library Library Branch: Bowman Library Room: BL Reading Porch - Teen Area Age Group: Teens (12+) Program Type: Volunteer Events and Training Event Details: The monthly meeting of the Teen Advisory Board that plans, promotes and presents programs for area middle school and high school students. If you have program ideas you wish to share, please join us. New members welcome!
This event is in the "Adults" group May 12 2026 Tue Adult Trivia 6:00pm–8:00pm Adults Bowman Library Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group May 12 2026 Tue Adult Trivia 6:00pm–8:00pm Bowman Library Library Branch: Bowman Library Room: Bowman Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Game Nights, Hangout Registration Required Event Details: FAQs* FREE!!!* Teams can have up to six people. Please register each member individually!* Drinks and themed snacks provided* Win themed prizes
This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 14 2026 Thu Family History Hunters 10:30am–12:30pm Teens (12+), Adults Bowman Library This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 14 2026 Thu Family History Hunters 10:30am–12:30pm Bowman Library Library Branch: Bowman Library Room: Bowman Meeting Room Age Group: Teens (12+), Adults Program Type: History & Genealogy Event Details: Family History Hunters is an informal meeting for genealogists of all levels of experience.
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group May 14 2026 Thu Five O'Clock Spot-Nature Surprises 5:00pm–6:00pm Children, Ages 6-11 Bowman Library Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group May 14 2026 Thu Five O'Clock Spot-Nature Surprises 5:00pm–6:00pm Bowman Library Library Branch: Bowman Library Room: BL Children's Room Age Group: Children, Ages 6-11 Program Type: Nature, Gardening, Arts & Crafts, DIY Workshops, STEAM Registration Required 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 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.
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 15 2026 Fri Sit & Stitch 10:00am–12:00pm Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Adults Bowman Library This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 15 2026 Fri Sit & Stitch 10:00am–12:00pm Bowman Library 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!
This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group May 15 2026 Fri Teen Game Night 5:30pm–8:00pm Teens (12+) Bowman Library Registration Required This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group May 15 2026 Fri Teen Game Night 5:30pm–8:00pm Bowman Library 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 games, group games and activities, and time to relax, eat some light snacks, and enjoy time with friends.This month's theme is...TBD 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group May 21 2026 Thu Virginia Works Job Fair 1:00pm–4:00pm Adults Bowman Library This event is in the "Adults" group May 21 2026 Thu Virginia Works Job Fair 1:00pm–4:00pm Bowman Library Library Branch: Bowman Library Room: Bowman Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Job Help Event Details: 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 "Ages 6-11" group This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 22 2026 Fri Sit & Stitch 10:00am–12:00pm Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Adults Bowman Library This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 22 2026 Fri Sit & Stitch 10:00am–12:00pm Bowman Library 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!
This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 23 2026 Sat Stitch-In 2:00pm–4:00pm Teens (12+), Adults Bowman Library This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 23 2026 Sat Stitch-In 2:00pm–4:00pm Bowman Library Library Branch: Bowman Library Room: BL Reading Porch Age Group: Teens (12+), Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: The stitch-ins are open to anyone who loves stitching! All skill levels are welcome – come stitch, chat, and be inspired. Bring your stitching project and connect with fellow embroidery enthusiasts in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
May 25 2026 Mon Memorial Day All Day All Branches Closing May 25 2026 Mon Closing Memorial Day All Day Branches: Handley Library, Archives, Bowman Library, Clarke County, Virtual Events, Off Site
