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"On Order" titles now in the catalog
What's going on in the catalog?
We've started showing books and more in our catalog immediately after they've been ordered! You can tell what's on its way to our shelves by the "on order" status.
Now you can put a hold on whatever exciting new release you're waiting for! Just remember it might take a little longer before your "on order" hold is ready for pickup than if it was already on the shelf - but we are behind the scenes hard at work getting it ready to put it into your hands!
Utilize All Your Library Offers During Library Card Sign-Up Month!
We are thrilled to announce that September is Library Card Sign-Up Month! This annual initiative encourages individuals of all ages to explore the world of knowledge, imagination, and discovery by obtaining a library card from any of our three branches: Bowman Library, Handley Library, and Clarke County Library.
Your Local Genealogy Group is Here to Help
Family History Hunters is an informal group for genealogists of all levels of experience that meets every month at Handley Library. The organization is a discussion group examining research strategies and current genealogy topics. It is a place to come and share your successes and find help with your challenges. Each month features a different focus. Here's what's coming up...
It's time for an Archives Fair!
October is American Archives Month, and it seems like the perfect opportunity to bring together archives from across the Shenandoah Valley to celebrate and educate the public about what we do. What does it mean to be an archivist? How do we preserve a variety of different types of artifacts for future generations? What do the archives in the Valley have in their collections? And how can we help you with your research and questions?
Middle Grade Book Spotlight--Nonfiction Graphic Novels!!!
Our Middle Grade book spotlight this week is focused on graphic novels!!! Graphic novels are incredibly visual stories that can feature pretty much anything and this week we are focusing on nonfiction. Done in the style of comic books, there is a huge variety of choices; literally something for everyone
Teen Book Spotlight--Nonfiction Graphic Novels!!!
Our teen book spotlight this week is focused on graphic novels!!! Graphic novels are incredibly visual stories that can feature pretty much anything and this week we are focusing on nonfiction. Done in the style of comic books, there is a huge variety of choices; literally something for everyone so even
Outlived the Odium
The Handley Regional Library’s Stewart Bell Jr. Archives are proud to invite Jonathan Noyalas, director of Shenandoah University’s McCormick Civil War Institute, back to the stage! He has spoken numerous times about the Civil War and its impact on the Valley and its people.
A Civil War Spy Tale
Do you know the story of Rebecca Wright and Thomas Laws? They aided Union General Philip Sheridan with information regarding Confederate General Jubal Early’s troop movements in and around the Winchester area. Rebecca Wright, a Winchester school teacher with loyalty to the union, would collect intelligence about troop movements and pass that information along to Thomas Laws. He was an enslaved man who would carry that intelligence to Union scouts. The information provided by Rebecca Wright and transported by Thomas Laws was crucial to Sheridan’s decision to attack Wi
Preservation and Canning
Handley Regional Library Stewart Bell Jr. Archives is proud to be a participant in the first Winchester - Frederick County - Clarke County Hungry for History event. Hungry for History is a community event that brings together our history with a love of food. Museums and historic sites in our community will offer a variety of programs and special events such as presentations, cooking demonstrations, hands-on activities, children’s activities, food tastings, special handouts and giveaways, displays of historic recipes, agriculture related programs and more.
Preserving your Memories
Have you ever thought about all the photos on your phone: photos of loved ones, silly moments that bring you joy, and milestones in your life? Can you find the photo you want to show someone quickly? Do you worry what could happen to those photos should the phone break? Do you have a plan to preserve those photos for the future?
Digital photography has made it so much easier to make memories, but also brings new challenges when it comes to organizing and preserving these digital images for future use.
8 Reasons to Get the myLIBRO App
Introducing myLIBRO: Your Library at Your Fingertips!
We are thrilled to introduce our new and improved app, myLIBRO, designed to make your library experience more convenient, accessible, and enjoyable than ever before. Whether you're an avid bookworm, a tech-savvy listener, or just love exploring the vast world of knowledge, myLIBRO has something for everyone. Let's take a closer look at the fantastic benefits of using myLIBRO:
Here are the top reasons why you should download myLIBRO today:
Middle Grade Book Spotlight--New Books pt. 10!!!
Our Middle Grade book spotlight this week is focused on books that have recently been added to our collection meaning they are new!!!! New books are the best; they have a new book smell and there is just something about being one of the first people to read it. There is a great mix of fiction titles; there is literal
Teen Book Spotlight--New Books pt. 11!!!
Our teen book spotlight this week is focused on books that have recently been added to our collection meaning they are new!!!! New books are the best; they have a new book smell and there is just something about being one of the first people to read it. We are featuring some amazing fiction this time including fantasy, nov
Don't Miss Handley's How To Fest!
Join us Saturday, September 28th at Handley Library for our How To Fest, a “how to human” event for ages 0 to 99 where you can learn a little about a lot.
Participate in fun activities that teach you "how-to" do new things such as how to sew a button with the Sit n' Stitch crew, how to go on a real life treasure hunt by geocaching, or even how to look in a microscope!
Here's how the day will work: