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Teen Art Tuesdays

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
BL Reading Porch - Teen Area at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens (12+)
Event Details:

Get together with other teen art lovers and “color our world” while exploring various art forms. No artistic experience or ability is required! Ages 12-18. *Registration required.&...

Required
Library Branch: Bowman Library
Room: BL Reading Porch - Teen Area
Age Group: Teens (12+)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Get together with other teen art lovers and “color our world” while exploring various art forms. No artistic experience or ability is required! Ages 12-18. *Registration required. 

Handley Sit and Stitch

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Benham Gallery Room at Handley Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens (12+), Adults, Families
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 ...

Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: Benham Gallery Room
Age Group: Teens (12+), Adults, Families
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. 

Handley Sit and Stitch

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
HL West Reading Room at Handley Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens (12+), Adults, Families
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 ...

Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: HL West Reading Room
Age Group: Teens (12+), Adults, Families
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. 

Magic the Gathering

Magic: The Gathering

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
BL Reading Porch - Teen Area at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Game Nights
Age Group:
Teens (12+)
Event Details:

1st and 3rd Wednesdays, 6-7:30 pmReady to summon creatures, cast spells, and battle your way to victory? Whether you're a seasoned Planeswalker or new to the game, join us in playi...

Required
Library Branch: Bowman Library
Room: BL Reading Porch - Teen Area
Age Group: Teens (12+)
Program Type: Game Nights
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

1st and 3rd Wednesdays, 6-7:30 pm

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.

create a video game picture

Teen Video Game Creation Club

Thursday, July 3, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
BL Reading Porch - Teen Area at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Gaming, Tech Help, Video Games, STEAM, Workshops & Camps
Age Group:
Teens (12+)
Event Details:

Learn the basics of creating video games, then work together to create, troubleshoot, and inspire each other in video game development. Participants should bring their own laptop o...

Required
Library Branch: Bowman Library
Room: BL Reading Porch - Teen Area
Age Group: Teens (12+)
Program Type: Gaming, Tech Help, Video Games, STEAM, Workshops & Camps
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Learn the basics of creating video games, then work together to create, troubleshoot, and inspire each other in video game development. Participants should bring their own laptop or chromebook.

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.

Chess board

Chess at Bowman Library

Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Bowman Library
Program Type:
Gaming, STEAM
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Adults, Families
Event Details:

Chess enthusiasts come and play! Play chess to learn or strengthen your skills.Players of all ages and strengths are welcome to come and play. Ages 6-Adult

Library Branch: Bowman Library
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Adults, Families
Program Type: Gaming, STEAM
Event Details:

Chess enthusiasts come and play! Play chess to learn or strengthen your skills.
Players of all ages and strengths are welcome to come and play. Ages 6-Adult

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.

Cartoon chess pieces on a board

ChessKid

Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
BL Reading Porch - Teen Area at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Gaming, STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Adults
Event Details:

Join other players in ChessKid, the world's premier platform for parents, coaches and kids to learn and play chess online. Registration is required. Ages 6+

Library Branch: Bowman Library
Room: BL Reading Porch - Teen Area
Age Group: Children, Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Adults
Program Type: Gaming, STEAM
Event Details:

Join other players in ChessKid, the world's premier platform for parents, coaches and kids to learn and play chess online. Registration is required. Ages 6+

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.

BL Teen Book Club logo

Teen Book Club

Monday, July 7, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
BL Reading Porch - Teen Area at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Teens (12+)
Event Details:

Each month, we will choose a different theme for our book club reads. Come in and check out a book from our Book Club display in the teen area. Asynchronous virtual discussions wil...

Required
Library Branch: Bowman Library
Room: BL Reading Porch - Teen Area
Age Group: Teens (12+)
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Each month, we will choose a different theme for our book club reads. Come in and check out a book from our Book Club display in the teen area.

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.

Natsu Con logo

Teen Natsu Con Planning Committee Meeting

Monday, July 7, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
BL Reading Porch - Teen Area at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Volunteer Events and Training
Age Group:
Teens (12+)
Event Details:

Are you interested in helping plan Natsu Con, one of our biggest teen events at Bowman? Come to the planning committee meeting the first Monday of each month at 6 PM in the Teen Ar...

Library Branch: Bowman Library
Room: BL Reading Porch - Teen Area
Age Group: Teens (12+)
Program Type: Volunteer Events and Training
Event Details:

Are you interested in helping plan Natsu Con, one of our biggest teen events at Bowman? Come to the planning committee meeting the first Monday of each month at 6 PM in the Teen Area of the Bowman Reading Porch. 

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.

Teen Art

Teen Art Tuesdays

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
BL Reading Porch - Teen Area at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens (12+)
Event Details:

Get together with other teen art lovers and “color our world” while exploring various art forms. No artistic experience or ability is required! Ages 12-18. *Registration required.&...

Required
Library Branch: Bowman Library
Room: BL Reading Porch - Teen Area
Age Group: Teens (12+)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Get together with other teen art lovers and “color our world” while exploring various art forms. No artistic experience or ability is required! Ages 12-18. *Registration required. 

Handley Sit and Stitch

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Benham Gallery Room at Handley Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens (12+), Adults, Families
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 ...

Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: Benham Gallery Room
Age Group: Teens (12+), Adults, Families
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. 

Handley Sit and Stitch

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
HL West Reading Room at Handley Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens (12+), Adults, Families
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 ...

Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: HL West Reading Room
Age Group: Teens (12+), Adults, Families
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. 

child sitting on adventures logo

Color Our World-Colors We Feel

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
BL Children's Room at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Reading Program, Performances & Lectures
Age Group:
Children, Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Families
Event Details:

Color Our World Your WayYou are invited to a special experience with color. Set off on a musical journey through the colors of emotion! Using songs, storytelling, and movement...

Library Branch: Bowman Library
Room: BL Children's Room
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Families
Program Type: Reading Program, Performances & Lectures
Event Details:

Color Our World Your Way

You are invited to a special experience with color. 

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.

Tween Splatter Art

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
BL Back Lawn at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Hangout, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Teens (12+)
Event Details:

Join us for a night filled with splattering paint to create our own Jackson Pollock inspired artwork as we color our world!Registration required and is for ages 8-12.This program w...

Required
Library Branch: Bowman Library
Room: BL Back Lawn
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Teens (12+)
Program Type: Hangout, Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join us for a night filled with splattering paint to create our own Jackson Pollock inspired artwork as we color our world!

Registration required and is for ages 8-12.

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.

Photo of a Dungeons and Dragons game board

Teen Dungeons & Dragons Game Night

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Clarke County
Program Type:
Game Nights, Gaming, Hangout
Age Group:
Teens (12+)
Event Details:

Welcome, adventurers, to an all-new gaming experience at Clarke County Library! Get ready to leap into a world unknown led by dungeon master Kristina. This tabletop role-playing ga...

Required
Library Branch: Clarke County
Age Group: Teens (12+)
Program Type: Game Nights, Gaming, Hangout
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Welcome, adventurers, to an all-new gaming experience at Clarke County Library! Get ready to leap into a world unknown led by dungeon master Kristina. This tabletop role-playing game is perfect for teen gamers! Ages 12 to 18 are welcome!

create a video game picture

Teen Video Game Creation Club

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
BL Reading Porch - Teen Area at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Gaming, Tech Help, Video Games, STEAM, Workshops & Camps
Age Group:
Teens (12+)
Event Details:

Learn the basics of creating video games, then work together to create, troubleshoot, and inspire each other in video game development. Participants should bring their own laptop o...

Required
Library Branch: Bowman Library
Room: BL Reading Porch - Teen Area
Age Group: Teens (12+)
Program Type: Gaming, Tech Help, Video Games, STEAM, Workshops & Camps
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Learn the basics of creating video games, then work together to create, troubleshoot, and inspire each other in video game development. Participants should bring their own laptop or chromebook.

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.

Special Summer Trivia Night

Friday, July 11, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Bowman Meeting Room at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Game Nights
Age Group:
Teens (12+), Adults
Event Details:

FAQs*  FREE!!!*  Teams can have up to six people. Please register each member individually!*  Drinks and themed snacks provided*  Win themed prizes

Required
Library Branch: Bowman Library
Room: Bowman Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (12+), Adults
Program Type: Game Nights
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

FAQs

*  FREE!!!

*  Teams can have up to six people. Please register each member individually!

*  Drinks and themed snacks provided

*  Win themed prizes

Chess board

Chess at Bowman Library

Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Bowman Library
Program Type:
Gaming, STEAM
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Adults, Families
Event Details:

Chess enthusiasts come and play! Play chess to learn or strengthen your skills.Players of all ages and strengths are welcome to come and play. Ages 6-Adult

Library Branch: Bowman Library
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Adults, Families
Program Type: Gaming, STEAM
Event Details:

Chess enthusiasts come and play! Play chess to learn or strengthen your skills.
Players of all ages and strengths are welcome to come and play. Ages 6-Adult

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.

Natsu Con 2025

Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 4:30pm
Bowman Meeting Room at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Gaming, Hangout, Arts & Crafts, Bilingual, DIY Workshops, Music & Movement, Performances & Lectures
Age Group:
Teens (12+)
Event Details:

NATSU CONCelebrating Anime, Comics, Gaming and More!Natsu Con 2025 held at the Bowman Library, is brought to you by the Teen Advisory Board and Natsu Con Committee.Hear engaging sp...

Library Branch: Bowman Library
Room: Bowman Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (12+)
Program Type: Gaming, Hangout, Arts & Crafts, Bilingual, DIY Workshops, Music & Movement, Performances & Lectures
Event Details:

NATSU CON

Celebrating Anime, Comics, Gaming and More!

Natsu Con 2025 held at the Bowman Library, is brought to you by the Teen Advisory Board and Natsu Con Committee.

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. 

Cartoon chess pieces on a board

ChessKid

Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
BL Reading Porch - Teen Area at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Gaming, STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Adults
Event Details:

Join other players in ChessKid, the world's premier platform for parents, coaches and kids to learn and play chess online. Registration is required. Ages 6+

Library Branch: Bowman Library
Room: BL Reading Porch - Teen Area
Age Group: Children, Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Adults
Program Type: Gaming, STEAM
Event Details:

Join other players in ChessKid, the world's premier platform for parents, coaches and kids to learn and play chess online. Registration is required. Ages 6+

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.

Teen Art

Teen Art Tuesdays

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
BL Reading Porch - Teen Area at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens (12+)
Event Details:

Get together with other teen art lovers and “color our world” while exploring various art forms. No artistic experience or ability is required! Ages 12-18. *Registration required.&...

Required
Library Branch: Bowman Library
Room: BL Reading Porch - Teen Area
Age Group: Teens (12+)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Get together with other teen art lovers and “color our world” while exploring various art forms. No artistic experience or ability is required! Ages 12-18. *Registration required. 

Handley Sit and Stitch

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Benham Gallery Room at Handley Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens (12+), Adults, Families
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 ...

Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: Benham Gallery Room
Age Group: Teens (12+), Adults, Families
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. 

Handley Sit and Stitch

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
HL West Reading Room at Handley Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens (12+), Adults, Families
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 ...

Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: HL West Reading Room
Age Group: Teens (12+), Adults, Families
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. 

Magic the Gathering

Magic: The Gathering

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
BL Reading Porch - Teen Area at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Game Nights
Age Group:
Teens (12+)
Event Details:

1st and 3rd Wednesdays, 6-7:30 pmReady to summon creatures, cast spells, and battle your way to victory? Whether you're a seasoned Planeswalker or new to the game, join us in playi...

Required
Library Branch: Bowman Library
Room: BL Reading Porch - Teen Area
Age Group: Teens (12+)
Program Type: Game Nights
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

1st and 3rd Wednesdays, 6-7:30 pm

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.