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Chess at Bowman Library

Saturday, March 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:30pm
BL Reading Porch - Teen Area at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Gaming, STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Adults, Families
Event Details:

Chess enthusiasts come and play!Play chess to learn or strengthen your skills of the game.Players of all ages and strengths are welcome to come and play.We gather every week on Sat...

Library Branch: Bowman Library
Room: BL Reading Porch - Teen Area
Age Group: Children, 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 of the game.

Players of all ages and strengths are welcome to come and play.

We gather every week on Saturday mornings to play casual chess games.

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.

Puzzle Tournament

Saturday, March 8, 2025 at 11:00am - 5:00pm
Bowman Meeting Room at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Gaming, Hangout
Age Group:
Teens (12+), Adults
Event Details:

Are you ready for a FUN challenge? Come be a part of Bowman Library's next Jigsaw Puzzle Tournament!Teams of 2-4 people compete to finish the same 750 piece puzzle. The team that f...

Required
Library Branch: Bowman Library
Room: Bowman Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (12+), Adults
Program Type: Gaming, Hangout
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Are you ready for a FUN challenge? Come be a part of Bowman Library's next Jigsaw Puzzle Tournament!

pile of lego blocks

After School Lego Time!

Wednesday, March 12, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
CCL Children's Area at Clarke County
Program Type:
Gaming, Hangout
Age Group:
Children, Ages 6-11, Families
Event Details:

Lego fun for everyone! Join us after school every Wednesday at 4pm for Lego time! This is a free play event where children are encouraged to build and create with Lego's! Joi...

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

Lego fun for everyone!

Join us after school every Wednesday at 4pm for Lego time!

Photo of a Dungeons and Dragons game board

Teen Dungeons & Dragons Game Night

Wednesday, March 12, 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!

Chess pieces

Chess at Bowman Library

Saturday, March 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:30pm
BL Reading Porch - Teen Area at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Gaming, STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Adults, Families
Event Details:

Chess enthusiasts come and play!Play chess to learn or strengthen your skills of the game.Players of all ages and strengths are welcome to come and play.We gather every week on Sat...

Library Branch: Bowman Library
Room: BL Reading Porch - Teen Area
Age Group: Children, 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 of the game.

Players of all ages and strengths are welcome to come and play.

We gather every week on Saturday mornings to play casual chess games.

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.

pile of lego blocks

After School Lego Time!

Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
CCL Children's Area at Clarke County
Program Type:
Gaming, Hangout
Age Group:
Children, Ages 6-11, Families
Event Details:

Lego fun for everyone! Join us after school every Wednesday at 4pm for Lego time! This is a free play event where children are encouraged to build and create with Lego's! Joi...

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

Lego fun for everyone!

Join us after school every Wednesday at 4pm for Lego time!

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Teen Game Night

Friday, March 21, 2025 at 5:30pm - 8:00pm
BL Reading Porch - Teen Area at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Gaming, Hangout, Video Games
Age Group:
Teens (12+)
Event Details:

Every 3rd Friday of the month join us for video and table top games, a music/dance area, and time to relax, eat some light snacks, and enjoy time with friends.This month's theme is...

Required
Library Branch: Bowman Library
Room: BL Reading Porch - Teen Area
Age Group: Teens (12+)
Program Type: Gaming, Hangout, Video Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 80
Event Details:

Every 3rd Friday of the month join us for video and table top games, a music/dance area, and time to relax, eat some light snacks, and enjoy time with friends.

This month's theme is...TBD!

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 pieces

Chess at Bowman Library

Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:30pm
BL Reading Porch - Teen Area at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Gaming, STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Adults, Families
Event Details:

Chess enthusiasts come and play!Play chess to learn or strengthen your skills of the game.Players of all ages and strengths are welcome to come and play.We gather every week on Sat...

Library Branch: Bowman Library
Room: BL Reading Porch - Teen Area
Age Group: Children, 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 of the game.

Players of all ages and strengths are welcome to come and play.

We gather every week on Saturday mornings to play casual chess games.

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.

pile of lego blocks

After School Lego Time!

Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
CCL Children's Area at Clarke County
Program Type:
Gaming, Hangout
Age Group:
Children, Ages 6-11, Families
Event Details:

Lego fun for everyone! Join us after school every Wednesday at 4pm for Lego time! This is a free play event where children are encouraged to build and create with Lego's! Joi...

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

Lego fun for everyone!

Join us after school every Wednesday at 4pm for Lego time!

Adventures Through Grief

Adventures Through Grief

Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Benham Gallery Room at Handley Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Are you or somebody you know working through grief or loss? Are you between the ages of 18 and 26? Have you ever wanted to try out Dungeons & Dragons or any other tabletop role...

Required
Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: Benham Gallery Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Are you or somebody you know working through grief or loss? Are you between the ages of 18 and 26? Have you ever wanted to try out Dungeons & Dragons or any other tabletop roleplaying games? 

adult d and d art

Adult Dungeons & Dragons Game Night

Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Clarke County
Program Type:
Game Nights, Gaming, Hangout
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

We're done letting the kids have all the fun! This tabletop role-playing game is tailored for adults, ages 18 and up. Welcome, adventurers, to an all-new gaming experience at Clark...

Required
Library Branch: Clarke County
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Game Nights, Gaming, Hangout
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

We're done letting the kids have all the fun! This tabletop role-playing game is tailored for adults, ages 18 and up. Welcome, adventurers, to an all-new gaming experience at Clarke County Library!

Chess pieces

Chess at Bowman Library

Saturday, March 29, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:30pm
BL Reading Porch - Teen Area at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Gaming, STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Adults, Families
Event Details:

Chess enthusiasts come and play!Play chess to learn or strengthen your skills of the game.Players of all ages and strengths are welcome to come and play.We gather every week on Sat...

Library Branch: Bowman Library
Room: BL Reading Porch - Teen Area
Age Group: Children, 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 of the game.

Players of all ages and strengths are welcome to come and play.

We gather every week on Saturday mornings to play casual chess games.

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.

pile of lego blocks

After School Lego Time!

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
CCL Children's Area at Clarke County
Program Type:
Gaming, Hangout
Age Group:
Children, Ages 6-11, Families
Event Details:

Lego fun for everyone! Join us after school every Wednesday at 4pm for Lego time! This is a free play event where children are encouraged to build and create with Lego's! Joi...

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

Lego fun for everyone!

Join us after school every Wednesday at 4pm for Lego time!

Chess pieces

Chess at Bowman Library

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

Chess enthusiasts come and play!Play chess to learn or strengthen your skills of the game.Players of all ages and strengths are welcome to come and play.We gather every week on Sat...

Library Branch: Bowman Library
Room: BL Reading Porch - Teen Area
Age Group: Children, 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 of the game.

Players of all ages and strengths are welcome to come and play.

We gather every week on Saturday mornings to play casual chess games.

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.

Board Gaming Guild

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
HL West Reading Room at Handley Library
Program Type:
Game Nights, Gaming
Age Group:
Teens (12+)
Event Details:

Join us for an evening of board game fun as we explore the themes and strategies that make up your favorite games! Enjoy a new board game every month and meet fellow gamers like yo...

Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: HL West Reading Room
Age Group: Teens (12+)
Program Type: Game Nights, Gaming
Event Details:

Join us for an evening of board game fun as we explore the themes and strategies that make up your favorite games! Enjoy a new board game every month and meet fellow gamers like you. Snacks and prizes provided. Ages 10+.

pile of lego blocks

After School Lego Time!

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
CCL Children's Area at Clarke County
Program Type:
Gaming, Hangout
Age Group:
Children, Ages 6-11, Families
Event Details:

Lego fun for everyone! Join us after school every Wednesday at 4pm for Lego time! This is a free play event where children are encouraged to build and create with Lego's! Joi...

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

Lego fun for everyone!

Join us after school every Wednesday at 4pm for Lego time!

Photo of a Dungeons and Dragons game board

Teen Dungeons & Dragons Game Night

Wednesday, April 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!

Chess pieces

Chess at Bowman Library

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

Chess enthusiasts come and play!Play chess to learn or strengthen your skills of the game.Players of all ages and strengths are welcome to come and play.We gather every week on Sat...

Library Branch: Bowman Library
Room: BL Reading Porch - Teen Area
Age Group: Children, 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 of the game.

Players of all ages and strengths are welcome to come and play.

We gather every week on Saturday mornings to play casual chess games.

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.

pile of lego blocks

After School Lego Time!

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
CCL Children's Area at Clarke County
Program Type:
Gaming, Hangout
Age Group:
Children, Ages 6-11, Families
Event Details:

Lego fun for everyone! Join us after school every Wednesday at 4pm for Lego time! This is a free play event where children are encouraged to build and create with Lego's! Joi...

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

Lego fun for everyone!

Join us after school every Wednesday at 4pm for Lego time!

Teen Game Night Poster

Teen Game Night

Friday, April 18, 2025 at 5:30pm - 8:00pm
BL Reading Porch - Teen Area at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Gaming, Hangout, Video Games
Age Group:
Teens (12+)
Event Details:

Every 3rd Friday of the month join us for video and table top games, a music/dance area, and time to relax, eat some light snacks, and enjoy time with friends.This month's theme is...

Required
Library Branch: Bowman Library
Room: BL Reading Porch - Teen Area
Age Group: Teens (12+)
Program Type: Gaming, Hangout, Video Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 80
Event Details:

Every 3rd Friday of the month join us for video and table top games, a music/dance area, and time to relax, eat some light snacks, and enjoy time with friends.

This month's theme is...TBD!

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 pieces

Chess at Bowman Library

Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:30pm
BL Reading Porch - Teen Area at Bowman Library
Program Type:
Gaming, STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Adults, Families
Event Details:

Chess enthusiasts come and play!Play chess to learn or strengthen your skills of the game.Players of all ages and strengths are welcome to come and play.We gather every week on Sat...

Library Branch: Bowman Library
Room: BL Reading Porch - Teen Area
Age Group: Children, 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 of the game.

Players of all ages and strengths are welcome to come and play.

We gather every week on Saturday mornings to play casual chess games.

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.

pile of lego blocks

After School Lego Time!

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
CCL Children's Area at Clarke County
Program Type:
Gaming, Hangout
Age Group:
Children, Ages 6-11, Families
Event Details:

Lego fun for everyone! Join us after school every Wednesday at 4pm for Lego time! This is a free play event where children are encouraged to build and create with Lego's! Joi...

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

Lego fun for everyone!

Join us after school every Wednesday at 4pm for Lego time!

Adventures Through Grief

Adventures Through Grief

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Benham Gallery Room at Handley Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Are you or somebody you know working through grief or loss? Are you between the ages of 18 and 26? Have you ever wanted to try out Dungeons & Dragons or any other tabletop role...

Required
Library Branch: Handley Library
Room: Benham Gallery Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Are you or somebody you know working through grief or loss? Are you between the ages of 18 and 26? Have you ever wanted to try out Dungeons & Dragons or any other tabletop roleplaying games? 

adult d and d art

Adult Dungeons & Dragons Game Night

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Clarke County
Program Type:
Game Nights, Gaming, Hangout
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

We're done letting the kids have all the fun! This tabletop role-playing game is tailored for adults, ages 18 and up. Welcome, adventurers, to an all-new gaming experience at Clark...

Required
Library Branch: Clarke County
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Game Nights, Gaming, Hangout
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

We're done letting the kids have all the fun! This tabletop role-playing game is tailored for adults, ages 18 and up. Welcome, adventurers, to an all-new gaming experience at Clarke County Library!