www.handleyregional.org
Uncover A+ resources for the school year ahead! From homework hacks to study sanctuary, we've got your Back to School needs covered. Join us in opening doors to knowledge and excitement!
Spanish Circle Time
Saturday, Sept 9, 11:00 AM
Bowman Library
Enjoy stories, songs, games, and crafts! Bienvenido. Ages Preschool-7
ChessKid
Saturdays, Sept 16 - Nov 18, 11:00 AM
Bowman Library
Join other players in ChessKid, the world's premier platform for parents, coaches, and kids to safely learn and play Chess online. Registration required. Ages 6+.
Homeschool Together
First Tuesdays, Sept 5, 1:00 PM
Bowman Library
Bring your projects and learning activities and then finish them together.
Animal Adventures
First Thursdays at 5:00 PM
Bowman Library
Enjoy a new activity or guest presenter to learn about animals, support local animal organizations, and enjoy animal-themed fun. Ages 6+.
Dot Day
Saturday, Sept 16, 11:00 AM
Bowman Library
Make your mark! Come celebrate your creativity with us as we celebrate International Dot Day. Stories, puppets, and crafts. All ages.
Saturday, Sept 16, 11:00 AM
Handley Library
Graduates of the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Reading Program are invited to celebrate their reading journeys together. Enjoy music, puppets, stories, and snacks! Ages 0-6.
Teen Bad Art
Monday, Sept 18, 6:00 PM
Bowman Library
Teal Pumpkin Day
Tuesday, Oct 31, All Day
Handley Library
Think you know art? Join us to see who can create the worst art possible. Supplies and snacks will be provided. Registration is required. Ages 12+.
Teen Tiny Food
Monday, Sept 25, 6:00 PM
Bowman Library
We are taking food down to tiny sizes! From pizza to pancakes, cheesecake and more, come celebrate tiny food. Registration is required. Ages 12+.
Tween Haunted
Gingerbread House
Monday, Oct 16, 5:00 PM
Bowman Library
Get into the Halloween spirit as we make our own spooky-inspired haunted houses out of food building materials!
Ages 9-13.
Pumpkin Palooza
Saturday, Oct 21, 11:00 AM
Bowman Library
Join us as we celebrate everything pumpkin! There will crafts, games, pumpkin decorating, snacks, and more. All ages.
FrankenToys
Friday, Oct 27, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM, Handley Library
Get in touch with your inner Dr. Frankenstein! Use a variety of tools to disassemble toys and put them back together as a whole new creature. Ages 9-14. Registration required.
Teal Pumpkin Day
Tuesday, Oct 31, all day
Bowman Library
Come in costume and receive a nonfood treat. All ages.
Happy Halloween! Come collect items and treats that are fun and safe for all trick-or-treaters and make a Halloween-themed craft. Don’t forget your costume! All Ages.
Adventures through Grief
Thursday, September 28 & October 26, 5:30 PM, Handley Library
For those ages 18-24
Are you or somebody you know working through grief or loss? Have you ever wanted to try out a tabletop roleplaying game like Dungeons & Dragons? Tap into your creativity, build interpersonal skills, and learn to train your dragons through Blue Ridge Hospice's new tabletop roleplaying game-based program. Their Grief Counselors and Music Therapists will take on the role of Game Master to guide you on the task of navigating life after losing a loved one. No experience needed. Registration required. Email agrant@handleyregional.org to register.
The Grand Army of the Republic Posts in the Shenandoah Valley
Wednesday, September 20
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Handley Library
Robinson Auditorium
Presented by Professor Jonathan Noyalas, Director, Shenandoah University, McCormick Civil War Institute
Myths, Fairy Tales, and Stories Grandma Told
Saturday, September 30, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Handley Library
Robinson Auditorium
Family history can often reveal longburied secrets. What are the legal and ethical rules for revealing these secrets.. When should we let them be forgotten?
Shenandoah Valley
Archives Fair
Thursday, October 5
11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Handley Library Lower Level
Archivists from throughout the Shenandoah Valley will be here to talk about their collections and how they offer support to researchers.
www.handleyregional.org
Hoopla is a web and mobile library media streaming platform that allows you to borrow movies, music, audiobooks, ebooks, comics, and TV shows to enjoy on your computer, tablet, or phone, even your TV. Instant titles can be streamed immediately with no waiting, or be downloaded to phones or tablets for offline enjoyment later. Gear up for an exhilarating adventure with hoopla's Back to School collection featuring fun titles set in school! https://www.hoopladigital.com/
BOWMAN LIBRARY
871 Tasker Road Stephens City, VA 22655
540.869.9000
Email: information@ handleyregional.org
CLARKE COUNTY LIBRARY
101 Chalmers Court, Suite C Berryville, VA 22611
540.955.5144
Email: ccl@handleyregional.org
HANDLEY LIBRARY
100 W. Piccadilly St. Winchester, VA 22601
540.662.9041
Email: information@ handleyregional.org
HOURS FOR ALL BRANCHES:
Mon. - Thurs.: 10 AM to 8 PM
Fri. & Sat.: 10 AM to 5 PM
STEWART BELL JR. ARCHIVES ROOM (at Handley Library)
540.662.9041, ext. 17
Email: archives@handleyregional.org
Hours: Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri., & Sat.: 10 AM to 5 PM Wed.: 10 AM to 8 PM
Closed daily for lunch: 12:30 to 1:15 PM
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