Delayed Opening Thursday, February 6, 2025

All library branches are delayed in opening until 11:00 AM today. Be safe and see you soon!

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Handley Building Exterior

Contact Us

Address:
100 W. Piccadilly St. Winchester, VA 22601

Direction: Google Maps

Phone: (540) 662-9041

Fax: (540) 662-9053

Branch Hours:

Monday - Thursday: 10 AM - 8 PM

Friday and Saturday: 10 AM - 5 PM

Sunday: Closed

Stewart Bell, Jr. Archives Hours: 

Please note, the Archives closes for lunch daily from 12:30 PM to 1:15 PM.

Monday - Tuesday: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Thursday - Saturday: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

Upcoming Events

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Free STI Testing

10:00am - 1:00pm
Adults
Handley Library
Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: Benham Gallery Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

One in five people have a sexually transmitted infection. Free STI testing is provided by Aids Response Effort of Winchester. Testing is discrete. No registration required

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
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. Ages 16 months-3 years.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Dance Party

10:30am - 11:00am
Children, Ages 0-5, Families
Handley Library
Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: HL Children's Room
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, 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 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Frog Hoppers Party

10:30am - 11:00am
Children, Ages 0-5, Families
Handley Library
Registration
Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: Storytime Nook
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Families
Program Type: 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten, Reading Program, Story Sharing, Music & Movement, Storytimes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Calling all frog hoppers that are participating in the library's 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Program!

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: Benham Gallery Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History & Genealogy
Event Details:

Have you ever wanted to apply to a lineage society? Do you have an application but aren't sure if you have all the proofs you need?

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
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.

Plan Your Trip to Handley Library

Handley Library does not have a designated parking lot. There is metered street parking around the library, as well as a couple of parking garages about a block away. You can either pay using quarters, or use the ParkMobile app!

ParkMobile is a convenient app designed to simplify the process of paying for and managing your parking meter time. To get started, simply download the app and set up an account. After adding your payment method and entering your car's make, model, and license plate number, you're ready to go. Each parking meter has a zone number that you'll input into the app to begin your parking session. Select how long you'd like to park, and you're set.

When the meter starts to run out, ParkMobile will send you a notification. Whether you're engrossed in a good book, immersed in research, or keeping an eye on the kids as they explore, you can easily add more time through the app without the need to dash outside to feed the meter.

Returning items is easy, with our book drops located around the back of the building. This ensures that you can easily drop off your borrowed materials without worrying about parking. Whether you're in a hurry or visiting outside of normal hours, these book drops provide a hassle-free solution to keep your reading habits uninterrupted.

Want to pick up your holds? Did you know you can schedule an appointment at Handley for us to bring out your holds for you? Curbside pickup uses the MyLibro app to make picking up holds a breeze! Simply place a hold on the items you want, and then use the app to schedule a convenient time for pickup. This service ensures a quick and contactless way to get your hands on the library materials you need. For more detailed instructions and to learn more about this convenient service, click here.

HL Book Drop Map

If you want to avoid parking altogether, try out the city's WinReady app! Ever wished the bus system worked more like Uber? With WinReady, it does! No more waiting for a bus, transferring routes, or long walks to bus stops. WinReady is a point-to-point service that will pick you up when you need to be picked up and take you where you need to go within the City of Winchester within 30 minutes. You can request or schedule a ride directly from your phone, and WinReady will get you there. For more information on hours and fares, click here.

Through a partnership with KultureCity®, the Handley Library branch has implemented a range of accommodations and resources to better support individuals with sensory sensitivities. This initiative reflects the library's dedication to raising awareness and understanding of the challenges faced by those with sensory processing needs.

Among the accommodations available are KultureCity® Sensory bags, which include noise-canceling headphones, fidget tools, feeling thermometers, and special KCVIP badges. These resources are provided for in-house use and are accessible to patrons at no cost by leaving an ID at designated service desks within the library.

Prior to their visit, families and individuals can download the free KultureCity® App where one can view what sensory features are available and where they can access them including, how to get a KultureCity® Sensory Bag. Also, on the App is the Social Story which will provide a customized visual preview of what to expect when visiting. Access the social story here.

Click here to see more!

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How-To Fest, 2025 Call for Participation!

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Alyssa McKinley

Get ready to participate in How-To Fest 2025! 

Handley Library is inviting individuals, community organizations, and businesses to participate in our 2025 How-To Fest in September. If you have knowledge to share, a business to promote, or a cause to advocate for, this call is for you!

 

Complete this form to request more information and let us know that you'd like to participate.

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Explore the Timeless Elegance of Handley Library

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Cheryl Nakagawa

Welcome to the Handley Regional Library System, home to the magnificent 110-year-old Handley Library – a true architectural gem nestled in the heart of Winchester, Virginia. Join us on our next exclusive tour, taking place the 2nd Saturday of every month, as we unlock the secrets of this historic library, delving into its fascinating architecture and rich history.

Unveiling Hidden Treasures

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