Bowman Library Update for 12/17/25
Bowman Library will be closed Wednesday morning, December 17, due to building maintenance. We expect to open at 1 PM. Stay tuned!
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If you are looking for something to read for the Adult Summer Reading Program, why not try a paperback classic? What makes a work of literature a classic? We may think of a classic book as one written by an author who has died, but there are contemporary classics by living authors, too. Classics are books that are well-written and hold up over time. They could be a first in a genre or have cultural importance.
Some titles you may remember from high school. Many of the authors’ names…
We are helping book lovers answer the age old question of “what to read next” with their new, personalized service called Book Match. To use the free service, patrons simply answer a few quick questions on an online form on the library system’s website about preferred reading formats, a description of recently enjoyed books, genres/books you do not want to read, and more. Library staff will receive an email and begin an in-depth search to compile a list of suggested reads within a…
Join us for Third Thursday Book Club at 11 am at the Clarke County Library!This month, we're gearing up for Halloween with a dark, but funny selection: "Bless Your Heart" by Lindy Ryan - borrow a copy from one of the librarians at Clarke County Library!Even if you didn't have time to read the book, stop by for a lively discussion with fellow book lovers. We'll also be revealing next month's reading selection!
Join us for Third Thursday Book Club at 11 am at the Clarke County Library!This month, we will be discussing "Lula Dean's Little Library of Banned Books" by Kirsten Miller - grab a copy at the library today!Even if you didn't have time to read the book, stop by for a lively discussion with fellow book lovers. We'll also be revealing next month's reading selection!
The next book drop-off date at Bowman Library (Stephens City) has been announced as February 15th at 9AM-12PM. You can bring gently used books, CDs, DVDs and electronic games. Donations will become part of the Spring Used Book Sale in March 2020.
Join us for our evening Book Club at 6 pm on the first Thursday of the month at Clarke County Library!
This month, we're meeting up to discuss "Bless Your Heart" by Lindy Ryan - borrow a copy from one of the librarians at Clarke County Library!
Even if you didn't have time to read the book, stop by for a lively discussion with fellow book lovers. We'll also be revealing next month's reading selection!
Join Our Zoom Meeting Tonight @ 7 PM!
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Do you love graphic novels so much you just have to talk about it? Maybe you can't squeeze in a full novel each month but you still want to talk about books? We have the solution for you! Join our brand new graphic novel book club and get out your feels about these pint-sized stories that pack a huge punch or explore a brand new medium and experience this emerging art form that blends complex storytelling…
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Back to School Help from Your Local Library
This year’s Back to School Season looks substantially different for countless families. We want you to know that Handley Regional Library System is HERE for you. Whether your child is homeschooling or attending public or private school and even college, we can help. The library system has launched a webpage and a video at www.handleyregional.…
If you are looking for something to read for the Adult Summer Reading Program, why not try a paperback classic? What makes a work of literature a classic? We may think of a classic book as one written by an author who has died, but there are contemporary classics by living authors, too. Classics are books that are well-written and hold up over time. They could be a first in a genre or have cultural importance.
Some titles you may remember from high school. Many of the authors’ names…
Libby, the popular library reading app from OverDrive, is changing how people connect with books. If you haven’t tried reading with Libby through the Handley Regional Library System, now is the time! Here are 10 reasons why downloading Libby will be your best literary decision yet.1. Free Access to Thousands of Ebooks and AudiobooksWith a library card, Libby provides instant access to a huge collection of ebooks and audiobooks—all for free. You’ll find everything from bestsellers to classics,…