Connect. Entertain. Inform. Youth Programs
Storytime Events
Preschool Time
Mondays, 10:30 AM
Handley Library
Building school readiness skills for preschoolers.
Ages 3-6.
Trit Trot (Baby Storytime)
Tuesdays, 11:00 AM
Bowman Library
Building developmental skills for infants.
Ages 0-18 months.
Toddler Time
Thursdays, 10:30 AM
Handley Library
Building developmental skills for toddlers.
Ages 16 months–3 years.
Family Time
1st & 4th Saturdays, 10:30 AM
Handley Library
Storytime for the entire family. Ages 0-6.
Baby Time
Tuesdays, 10:30 AM
Handley Library
Building developmental skills for infants.
Ages 0–16 months.
Sounds and Stories
Wednesdays, 10:30 AM
Handley Library
Music and movement program for active toddlers.
Ages 16 months–3 years.
Play and Explore Thursdays, 11 AM
Bowman Library
A morning of stories, play, curiosity and creativity.
Ages 18 months– 3 years.
Spanish Storytime
3rd Saturdays, 10:30 AM
Handley Library
Spanish storytime for the family. Ages 0-6.
Storytime at Clarke Tuesdays, 11:00 AM
Clarke County Library
Stories, fun, and new adventures for early readers and families.
Ages 0-5.
Tiny Tales
April 9, 10:30 AM & 11:00 AM
Museum of the Shenandoah Valley
Storytime at Museum of the Shenandoah Valley Garden House. Ages 0-6.
Storytime & Puppets
Wednesdays and Saturdays, January 8 – April 30, 11:00 AM
Bowman Library
Learn through singing, playing, and puppets. Ages 3+.
STEAM
Story Builders
2nd Saturdays, 3:00 PM
Handley Library
Listen to stories and complete a STEAM challenge.
Ages 6-11.
KidSTEAM
4th Thursdays, 11:00 AM
Handley Library
Explore STEAM activities and take home a grab-and-go kit.
Ages 3-6.
Family STEAM Lab
Mondays & Wednesdays, 11:00 AM
Handley Library
Multisensory program based on a theme.
Ages 0-5.
Youth Programs
Get Artistic
Kids Art Club
Last Tuesdays, 4:30 PM
Bowman Library
Explore different art styles led by the Shenandoah Art Council. All ages.
Junior Graphic Novel Club
4th Thursdays, 5:00 PM
Bowman Library
Learn how to make your own graphic novels or just have fun. Ages 6-11. *Registration required.
Art in the Afternoons
4th Saturdays, 3:00 PM
Handley Library
Join Arte Libre VA teaching artists for an afternoon of art exploration. Ages 6+.
Holidays & Themed Events
Winnie the Pooh Day
January 18, 11:00 AM
Bowman Library
Come and celebrate the birthday of author A.A. Milne. All Ages.
Valentine’s Day Crafting
February 14, 11:00 AM
Bowman Library
Come make some Valentine’s Day themed crafts all day! All ages.
World Storytelling Festival
March 20, 5:00 PM
Bowman Library
Join us as we participate in World Storytelling Day. All ages.
For Parents/Caregivers
La Leche League
3rd Wednesdays, 11:30 AM
Bowman Library
2nd and 4th Tuesdays, 11:00 AM
Handley Library
Lactation support with La Leche League NSV.
Parent Literacy Workshop: “Kindergarten Readiness”
April 12, 11:00 AM
Handley Library
Learn how to support your child’s reading and writing skills. *Registration required.
Lunar New Year
January 29, 11:00 AM
Bowman Library
Join us as we celebrate this cultural holiday with stories, music, and more. All ages.
Mad Hatter Tea Party
February 22, 1:00 PM
Bowman Library
Come dressed in your tea party finery and enjoy food, crafts, and more. Ages 6-11. *Registration required.
Under the Sea Day
March 22, 11:00 AM
Bowman Library
Celebrate all things Under the Sea with crafts, activities and more! All ages.
Groundhog Day
February 1, 11:00 AM
Bowman Library
Visit with a live groundhog brought to us by Valley Wildlife Care. All ages.
Armstrong Irish Dance Showcase
March 15, 2:00 PM
Handley Library
Experience this performance showcase from Irish dancers. All Ages.
Connect. Entertain. Inform. Youth Programs
More Youth Events
Afterschool Hangout
1st & 3rd Thursdays, 5:00 PM
Bowman Library
Come hangout with your friends. All ages.
Library Peeps Diorama Contest
March 28-April 5
Handley Library
Leading up to National Library Week, make a marshmallow Peeps diorama showcasing your favorite book! All Ages. *Registration required.
Games
Chess at Bowman Library Saturdays, 10 AM
Bowman Library
Chess enthusiasts come and play! Ages 6-Adult.
Book Trivia for Kids
January 30, 5:00PM
Bowman Library
Show off your book knowledge and win prizes.
Ages 6-11. *Registration required.
1,000 Books Challenge
1000 Books Graduation
April 5, 11:00 AM
Bowman Library
Celebrate the graduates of the 1K books before Kindergarten challenge. All Ages.
Frog Hoppers Party
2nd Saturdays, 10:30 AM
Handley Library
Monthly celebration for 1KB4K participants! Prizes included. All Ages. *Registration required.
Dance Party Fridays, 10:30 AM
Handley Library
Interactive sing and dance program with puppets. All Ages.
Grow a Reader Playgroup
April 3-May 1, 9:30 AM
Handley Library
This 5-week interactive playgroup will feature a different theme and outside professional each week.
*Registration required for all 5 weeks.
Family Film
3rd Saturdays, 1:00-3:00 PM
Handley Library
Family picnic and movie. Popcorn provided. All Ages.
Plants & Nature
Nature Surprises 2nd Thursdays, 5:00 PM
Bowman Library
Learn with the NSV Master Gardener Association. Ages 6-11. *Registration required.
Indoor Plant Clinic for Kids
ChessKid Saturdays, 10:30 AM
January 11-February 22
Bowman Library
Learn and play chess online. Ages 6+. *Registration required.
Scholastic Chess Tournament
March 1, 10:00 AM
Bowman Library
All skills and abilities welcome. Ages 5-17. *Registration required.
February 1, 11:00 AM
Bowman Library
Learn about plant care and go home with free, easy-to-grow houseplants. All ages.
Books and Blooms
April 26, 11:00 AM
Bowman Library
Plant a flower, take it home, and enjoy watching it grow. All ages.
Teen Programs
Teen
Games
Board Gaming Guild
1st Mondays, 5:30 PM
Handley Library
An evening of board game fun. Ages 10+.
Teen Game Night
3rd Fridays, 5:30 PM
Bowman Library
Join us for video and tabletop games, a music/dance area, and more. Ages 12+.
Arts & Theatre
Teen Slam & Spoken Word Poetry
April 22, 6:00 PM
Bowman Library
Memorize your original poems to share with an audience of peers. Ages 12+. *Registration required.
Winchester Little Theatre-Teen Audition Workshop
February 1, 2:00 PM
Handley Library
Join WLT to learn the ins and outs of auditioning for theatre productions. Ages 12+. *Registration required.
Teen Dungeons & Dragons
2nd Wednesdays, 5:00 PM
Clarke County Library
A night of Dungeons and Dragons! Ages 12-18. *Registration Required.
Teen Puzzle Palooza
January 25, 12:00 PM
Bowman Library
Calling all teen jigsaw puzzle enthusiasts!
Ages 12+.
Coding & Robotics
Coding for Teens: Python
Alternating Tuesdays, January 7 - March 6
Bowman Library
Presented by Innovative Gaming. Participants should bring a laptop. Ages 12+. *Registration required.
Robotics Club
3rd Saturdays, 1:00 PM
Bowman Library
Rotate through different stations and learn how to build robots. Ages 10-17. *Registration required.
Hangouts & More Crafts
Teen Vision Board Workshop
January 11, 12:00 PM
Bowman Library
Create a vision board that helps capture your hopes and dreams for the new year.
Ages 12+. *Registration required.
Teen Hangout
March 7, 12:00 PM
Bowman Library
Join us for a School’s Out Teen Hangout with snacks and games. Ages 12+.
Teen Hangout/ Movie
February 14, 12:00 PM
Bowman Library
Join us for a special Valentine’s Day edition extended Teen Hangout. Ages 12+.
Teen Ice Cream Social
March 20, 6:00 PM
Bowman Library
Bring your favorite ice cream topping to share along with ideas for Bowman Library. Ages 12+. *Registration required.
T(w)een Crafternoons
3rd Wednesdays, 5:00 PM
Handley Library
Monthly exploration of new artistic hobbies. Ages 10+.
Tween Cookies and Coloring
March 19, 5:00 PM
Bowman Library
Join us for some cookies and coloring! Ages 8-12. *Registration required.
Connect. Entertain. Inform. Adult Programs
Starting Your Year Off Well
Writer’s Group for Adults
1st & 3rd Saturdays, 11:00 AM
Handley Library
Join us for a writing group led by Project Write!
Introduction to Tai Chi
January 21, 10:30 AM
Bowman Library
Wear comfortable clothes and bring water to drink. For all ability levels.
Cookbook Signing and Food Tasting Event
January 11, 1:00 PM
Handley Library
Local cookbook author, Stephanie Wilkins, creates an enjoyable food tasting experience.
Make Your Own Tea Blend
February 22, 2:00 PM
Handley Library
Make your own tea with Savory Blends Tea Co.
Go with the Flow Yoga
January 16 & February 20, 5:30 PM
Bowman Library
Move, breathe and stretch at the library with this all levels yoga flow.
Energetic Anatomy 101 February 25, 10:30 AM
Bowman Library
Tai Chi class that will introduce attendees to their basic energetic anatomy.
Adult Programs
Crafts & Stitching
Adult Craft Creations
3rd Tuesdays, 6:00 PM
Bowman Library
Adults making crafts together.
The Art of Stitching
4th Saturdays, 2:00 PM
Bowman Library
Embroidery stitching workshops with artists and enthusiasts.
Adult Game Nights
Classic Game Night
Wednesdays, 5:00 PM
Bowman Library
Play well known board and card games with other enthusiasts.
After-Hours Adult Game Night
2nd Fridays, 6:00 PM
Bowman Library
Adult hangout with board games and cards.
Adult Dungeons & Dragons
4th Wednesdays, 6:00 PM
Clarke County Library
A night of Dungeons and Dragons! Ages 18+. *Registration Required.
Adult Trivia
January 14 & March 11, 6:00 PM
Bowman Library
Competetive trivia competition for adults.
Adventures Through Grief
4th Wednesdays, 5:30 PM
Handley Library
A game-based program navigating life after losing a loved one. Ages 18-26. *Registration Required.
Puzzle Tournament
February 4, 6:00 PM
March 8, 11:00 AM
Bowman Library Jigsaw Puzzle Tournament.
Connect. Entertain. Inform. Adult Programs
Career Help
Virginia Works Job Fair
February 20 & April 17
1:00 PM
Handley Library
Join us for a Virginia Works Job Fair in the Lower Level!
Book Sales
Spring Used Book Sale
April 5-11 (Closed Sunday)
Bowman Library
Payment is by cash, credit card, or check. Please bring a box or bag to carry your treasures.
Pop-Up Used Book Sale
January 25, 10:00 AM
Bowman Library
A one-day mini sale! Bring a box or bag to carry your treasures.
Adult Programs
Nature
Beekeeper Basics
March 29, 1:00 PM
Handley Library
Beekeepers of Northern Shenandoah will help you learn the value of bees.
Celebration of Birds
February 15, All Day
Bowman Library
Learn about the Great Backyard Bird Count and other ways to appreciate our feathered friends.
Birding 101
March 10, 17, 24, and 31 6:30 PM
Bowman Library
Learn the basics of bird observation and identification in our four one hour sessions.
Indoor Plant Clinic
February 1, 10:00 AM
Bowman Library
Learn about plant care and go home with easy-to-grow houseplants.
History and Genealogy
Family History Hunters
2nd Thursdays, 12:30 PM
Handley Library
This group meets monthly to discuss tips and strategies for researching family history. Different focus each month.
Archives After Hours
January 30 & April 17, 5:30 PM
Handley Library
Get a closer look at some of the treasures inside Stewart Bell Jr. Archives. Different focus each month.
Behind the Scenes Tours at Handley Library
2nd Saturdays, 11:00 AM
4th Thursdays, 2:00 PM
Handley Library
A-behind-the scenes tour through all floors of the building.
Getting the Most from Court Records
March 15, 10:30 AM
Handley Library
Victor Dunn examines genealogical and biographical information found in county court records.
Lineage Society Workshop
January 11, Feburary 8, March 1, April 5, 10:30 AM
Handley Library
Get help applying to lineage societies with Katherine Collins, MLISc. Different focus each month.
Author Talk: Stephanie Gardner, “Rattlesnake Granny”
April 26, 2:00 PM
Handley Library
“Rattlesnake Granny” is inspired by true stories and the people of the Appalachian Mountains.
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