🎄 Holiday Schedule Notice

All branches will be closed Dec. 24–25 and Dec. 31–Jan. 1. We’ll be open 10:00 am–5:00 pm on Dec. 26 and Jan. 2.

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Week Calendar

On narrow displays, the weekly calendar is wider than the screen. You can side-scroll within this table to view events and reservations for the whole week.

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9 am			This event is in the "Adults" group Introduction to Tai Chi 9:00am–10:00am Adults Bowman Library 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: Adults Program Type: Friends Events Event Details: An introduction to Tai Chi with Adrian VanKeuren. A series of slow, gentle movements and physical postures will be taught. Wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring water to drink.
10 am				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: 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.			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 "Adults" group This event is in the "Families" group Chess at Bowman Library 10:00am–12:30pm Children, Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Adults, 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 "Adults" 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 - Teen Area Age Group: Children, Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Adults, Families Program Type: Gaming, STEAM Event Details: Chess enthusiasts 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 "Adults" group This event is in the "Families" group Pop-Up Book Sale 10:00am–4:00pm 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bowman Library Room: Bowman Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Adults, Families Program Type: Book Sales, Friends Events Event Details: A one day mini sale! Come browse a selection of gently used books, DVDs and CDs to add to your collection. Prices will range from $1 to $3 with special items priced individually. Pay by cash, credit card or check. This event is in the "Adults" group Applying to Lineage Societies: Get Help with Your Application and Research 10:30am–12:00pm 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: Stewart Bell Jr. Archives Age Group: Adults Event Details: Have you ever wanted to apply to a lineage society such as the Daughters of the American Revolution? Do you have an application but aren't sure if you have all the proofs you need? This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Families" group Parent Literacy Workshop: Kid-Writing 10:30am–12:00pm Children, Ages 0-5, Adults, Families Handley Library Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group 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: Benham Gallery Room Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Adults, Families Program Type: Story Sharing, STEAM, Workshops & Camps Registration Required Event Details: Learn how to use your home and every day interactions with your children to support their reading and writing skills. This workshop will focus on building confidence and excitement in the process of learning to read and write!
11 am			This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Families" group La Leche League: Benefits of Breastmilk 11:00am–12:00pm Children, Ages 0-5, Adults, Families Handley Library This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group 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: Storytime Nook Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Adults, Families Program Type: Hangout, Workshops & Camps Event Details: Join us for a chat and playdate with La Leche League NSV. This month's topic is the benefits of breastmilk!	This event is in the "Adults" group Cancelled Job Seeker Help 11:00am–12:00pm Adults Handley Library This event is in the "Adults" group Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Handley Library Room: HL Study Room #1 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Job Help Event Details: Get one-on-one job seeker help from NW Works at Handley 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!
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1 pm							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 "Adults" group This event is in the "Families" group Remembering Together 1:00pm–2:00pm Children, Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Adults, 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 "Adults" 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 6-11, Teens (12+), Adults, Families Program Type: Reading Program, Arts & Crafts Event Details: Join us for--Remembering Together--a storytime partnership with WestminsterCanterbury staff trained in recognizing, addressing and dealing with the results of dementia in a family. 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.
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5 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group Handley Sit and Stitch 5:00pm–7:00pm 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: HL Lower Lobby 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.	This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Families" group Scrabble Club 5:00pm–8:00pm Teens (12+), Adults, Families Bowman Library This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group 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: Bowman Library Room: BL Reading Porch Age Group: Teens (12+), Adults, Families Program Type: Game Nights, Hangout 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 "Adults" group Adventures Through Grief 5:30pm–7:00pm Adults Handley Library Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Handley Library Room: Benham Gallery Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Gaming Registration Required Event Details: Are you or somebody you know working through grief or loss? Are you between the ages of 18 and 26? Have you ever wanted to try out Dungeons & Dragons or any other tabletop roleplaying games?
6 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group Handley 100th Book Discussion "Judge Handley and the Handley Bequests" 6:30pm–8:00pm 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: Handley Robinson Auditorium Age Group: Adults Program Type: History & Genealogy Event Details: Handley High School's 100th Anniversary presents: A Book Club Discussion of “Judge Handley and the Handley Bequests” by Garland R.		This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Yoga Flow for Adults 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: Bowman Meeting Room Age Group: Teens (12+), Adults Program Type: Friends Events Event Details: Move, breathe and stretch at the library with this all levels yoga flow for adults. Space is limited, arrive 15 minutes early to claim your spot. Bring a yoga mat and any other props you may need.