Thanksgiving Library Schedule

Wednesday, November 27: Closing at 5PM
Thanksgiving, November 28: Closed
Friday, November 29: Closed
Saturday, November 30: Open
Friday, December 6: Closed for Staff Development Day
Enjoy the time with family and friends. We are thankful for our patrons!

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Handley Sit and Stitch

10:30am - 12:30pm
Adults
Handley Library
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Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: Benham Gallery Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Hooks and needles and fiber, oh my!

Whatever you craft (knit, crochet, embroidery, latch hook...), we invite you to bring your work in progress of any kind and enjoy the company of others!

No registration required. 

Storytime and Puppets--At the Beach

11:00am - 11:30am
Children, Ages 0-5
Bowman Library
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Library Branch: Bowman Library
Room: BL Children's Room
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5
Program Type: Story Sharing, Music & Movement, Storytimes
Event Details:

Enjoy a program perfect for preschoolers to learn through stories, rhymes, movement, and song. (Best for ages 3 & up)

This week's theme is: "Adventures at the Beach"! Come join us as we have a beach day.

Disclaimer(s)

Library Consent Statement for Photography and Video

Programs, events, and daily happenings sponsored by Handley Regional Library System may be photographed or recorded.  Attendance at any sponsored program, event or general library use constitutes the consent of all attendees and the consent of the parents or legal guardians of any minor children in attendance, to the future broadcast, publication, and other use of photography or videos at the sole direction of Handley Regional Library System.

Photography Notification

While we do allow professional photography inside the property of Handley Regional Library System, we do ask that we are notified ahead of time of photoshoots at 540.662.9041 x 25.  Photography activities may be limited to specific areas due to reserved use and cannot impede any patron activity using the library. 

Adventure Begins at Your Library: Acrylic Painting with John Kennedy!

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Families
Bowman Library
Required
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Library Branch: Bowman Library
Room: BL Children's Room
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY Workshops, Workshops & Camps
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Join us as our special guests share their adventures and skills with us to commemorate our "Adventure Begins at Your Library" Youth Summer Reading Challenge!

Today's presenter is...John Kennedy!

Disclaimer(s)

Library Consent Statement for Photography and Video

Programs, events, and daily happenings sponsored by Handley Regional Library System may be photographed or recorded.  Attendance at any sponsored program, event or general library use constitutes the consent of all attendees and the consent of the parents or legal guardians of any minor children in attendance, to the future broadcast, publication, and other use of photography or videos at the sole direction of Handley Regional Library System.

Photography Notification

While we do allow professional photography inside the property of Handley Regional Library System, we do ask that we are notified ahead of time of photoshoots at 540.662.9041 x 25.  Photography activities may be limited to specific areas due to reserved use and cannot impede any patron activity using the library. 

Adventures Camp

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Children, Ages 6-11
Handley Library
Required
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Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: Benham Gallery Room
Age Group: Children, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Reading Program, Story Sharing, Arts & Crafts, STEAM, Workshops & Camps
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

In this camp, friends will go on adventures through STEAM and literacy! Ages 6-11. Register with the participating child's name only.

Lego Club at Clarke

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children, Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Families
Clarke County
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Library Branch: Clarke County
Room: CCL Children's Area
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Families
Program Type: Gaming, Hangout
Event Details:

Lego fun for everyone! This is a free play event where children are encouraged to build and create with Lego's! Join us in the Children's Room at the Clarke County Library for an hour of fun every Wednesday!

Disclaimer(s)

Library Consent Statement for Photography and Video

Programs, events, and daily happenings sponsored by Handley Regional Library System may be photographed or recorded.  Attendance at any sponsored program, event or general library use constitutes the consent of all attendees and the consent of the parents or legal guardians of any minor children in attendance, to the future broadcast, publication, and other use of photography or videos at the sole direction of Handley Regional Library System.

Scrabble Club

5:00pm - 8:00pm
Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Adults
Bowman Library
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Library Branch: Bowman Library
Room: BL Reading Porch
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Adults
Program Type: Game Nights, Hangout
Event Details:

Whether you’re a competitive player or just happy to play and enjoy a social chat, this club is a great place to get to know other locals and take part in a good game of Scrabble!

Building Bridges / Construyendo Puentes

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Children, Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Adults, Families
Handley Library
Required
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Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: HL Children's Room + Benham Gallery + Handley Robinson Auditorium
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Adults, Families
Program Type: Hangout, Story Sharing, Arts & Crafts, Bilingual, Workshops & Camps
Required
Seats Remaining: 46
Event Details:

Join us for English as a second language conversation classes for both kids and adults. Enjoy a pizza dinner and engaging activities based on a theme, with special guests and giveaway prizes! *Registration encouraged each week.