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10 am	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. Preschool Time 10:30am - 11:00am Children, Ages 0-5 Handley Library This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Handley Library Room: Storytime Nook Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5 Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Enjoy an early literacy program focused on school-readiness skills perfect for preschoolers who will learn through stories, rhymes, songs and more. Then, stay for an interactive craft. Program is intended for Ages 3-6 and their caregivers.		This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. Sounds and Stories 10:30am - 11:00am Children, Ages 0-5 Handley Library This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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. This event is in the "Adults" group. Handley Sit and Stitch 10:30am - 11:30am Adults Handley Library This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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!	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. Toddler Time 10:30am - 11:00am Children, Ages 0-5 Handley Library This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Handley Library Room: Storytime Nook Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5 Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Enjoy an early literacy program for active toddlers focused on developmental skills consisting of stories, rhymes, fingerplays, and more. Then, stay and play while meeting new community members.	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Dance Party 10:30am - 11:00am Children, Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Families Handley Library This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Handley Library Room: HL Children's Room Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Families Program Type: Music & Movement Event Details: Join us for an interactive dance and sing-along program. Meet the puppets afterwards! All Ages.	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Chess at Bowman Library 10:00am - 12:30pm Children, Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Families Bowman Library This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bowman Library Room: BL Reading Porch Age Group: Children, Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Families Program Type: Gaming Event Details: Chess Champs come and play! Play chess to learn or strengthen your skills of the game. Players of all ages and strengths are welcome to come and play. 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. Family Time 10:30am - 11:00am Children, Ages 0-5, Families Handley Library This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Handley Library Room: Storytime Nook Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Families Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Enjoy an early literacy program for the entire family who will learn through stories, rhymes, songs and more. Program is intended for Ages 0-6 and their caregivers.
11 am			This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Storytime and Puppets: Together With Nature 11:00am - 11:30am 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. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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: Enjoy a program perfect for preschoolers to learn through stories, rhymes, movement, and song. (Best for ages 3 & up) Join us for stories and songs about coexisting with the natural world around us. 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. Toddler Time 11:00am - 11:30am 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. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bowman Library Room: BL Children's Room Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Families Program Type: Music & Movement, Storytimes Event Details: Welcome to Toddler Time! This is a new storytime event for ages 18 months to three years designed for little ones who love to move. Come to hear short stories, listen to music, dance around, and hang out with other toddlers. 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 "Teens (12+)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Sit & Stitch 11:00am - 12:00pm Teens (12+), Adults Bowman Library This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bowman Library Room: BL Reading Porch Age Group: 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 "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Storytime and Puppets: Together With Nature 11:00am - 11:30am 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. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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: Enjoy a program perfect for preschoolers to learn through stories, rhymes, movement, and song. (Best for ages 3 & up) Join us for stories and songs about coexisting with the natural world around us. 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. This event is in the "Families" group. Behind the Scenes Tour at Handley Library 11:00am - 12:00pm Adults, Families Handley Library This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. This event is in the "Families" group. LEGO Club 11:00am - 12:30pm Children, Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Families Handley Library This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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. This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. 4th Jigsaw Puzzle Tournament 11:00am - 5:00pm Teens (12+), Adults Bowman Library Registration Required This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bowman Library Room: Bowman Meeting Room Age Group: Teens (12+), Adults Program Type: Gaming, Hangout Registration Required Event Details: Are you ready for a FUN challenge? Come be a part of Bowman Library's 4th Jigsaw Puzzle Tournament! 11AM - 5PM 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.
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1 pm					This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group. Art Exploration: Mosaic 1:00pm - 2:00pm Ages 6-11, Teens (12+) Bowman Library Registration Required This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bowman Library Room: BL Children's Room Age Group: Ages 6-11, Teens (12+) Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Join us the first Friday of every month for a fun and educational art project. This summer, Art Exploration will be all about craft art techniques. July's theme is mosaic. 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 "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Movie Saturdays at Bowman 1:00pm - 3:00pm Children, Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Families Bowman Library This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bowman Library Room: BL Children's Room Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Families Program Type: Film, Hangout Event Details: IT'S SHOWTIME! Join us for a family movie event complete with popcorn and drinks to enjoy together. Today's show is...The Lorax 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.
2 pm			Read with the Royals 2:00pm - 3:00pm Bowman Library Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bowman Library Room: BL Children's Room Event Details: Meet and greet members of the Winchester Royals baseball team. Come out and hear them read some great stories. Attending this program also earns an activity badge and a virtual prize ticket.			This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Citizen Scientists 2:00pm - 3:00pm Children, Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Families Handley Library This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Handley Library Room: Outdoor West Esplanade Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Families Program Type: STEAM Event Details: Calling all kid citizens who want to make their world a better place! Explore fun ways to help our environment, while making scientific discoveries.
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4 pm	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. Makerspace Mondays 4:00pm - 7:00pm Children, Ages 6-11 Handley Library This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Handley Library Room: HL Children's Room Age Group: Children, Ages 6-11 Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM Event Details: Put on your maker hats and join us for self-directed activities using the Library Makerspace Cart. Passive program is intended for Ages 5+.		This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. Lego Club at Clarke 4:00pm - 4:45pm Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11 Clarke County This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Clarke County Room: CCL Children's Area Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11 Program Type: Gaming, STEAM Event Details: Come to the Clarke County Library children's room for Lego Fun. A different theme every week!
5 pm	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. 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. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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!! This week, we will be taking some inspiration from Lego building cards! 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. Scrabble Club 5:00pm - 7:45pm Teens (12+), Adults Bowman Library This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bowman Library Room: BL Reading Porch Age Group: Teens (12+), Adults Program Type: Hangout, Arts & Crafts 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!	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Ubuntu Sounds - Music Across Borders 5:00pm - 6:00pm Children, Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Families Bowman Library Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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, Music & Movement, STEAM Registration Required Event Details: Ubuntu (oo-BOON-too) is an ancient African word meaning 'humanity to others'. It reminds us that "I am what I am because of who we all are". 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.
6 pm	This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group. Teen DIY Galaxy Tees 6:00pm - 7:00pm Teens (12+) Bowman Library This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bowman Library Room: BL Reading Porch - Teen Area Age Group: Teens (12+) Program Type: Hangout, Arts & Crafts Event Details: Join us in making your own galaxy inspired tee (or whatever else you desire)! 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. Sit & Stitch 6:00pm - 7:00pm Teens (12+), Adults Bowman Library This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bowman Library Room: BL Reading Porch Age Group: Teens (12+), Adults Program Type: Hangout, Arts & Crafts Event Details: Hooks and needles and fiber, oh my!

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