Name: Book Drop-Off Morning
Start: 2020-02-15T09:00:00-05:00
End: 2020-02-15T12:00:00-05:00
Location: Bowman Library

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
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9 am						This event is in the "Adults" group. Book Drop-Off Morning 9:00am - 12:00pm Adults Bowman Library This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bowman Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Sales Event Details: Bring you gently used books, Cds, DVDs, sheet music and electronic games to Bowman Library. Your donations can be part of the Spring Used Book Sale and help your libraries in the HRL System -- Bowman, Handley and Clarke County Libraries.&nbs
10 am	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. Preschool Time 10:30am - 11:00am Children, Ages 0-5 Handley Library This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Handley Library Room: Storytime Nook Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5 Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Enjoy an early literacy program perfect for preschoolers who will learn through stories, rhymes, songs and more.	Community Connections Social Hour 10:00am - 12:00pm Handley Library Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Handley Library Room: Benham Gallery Room Event Details: Need help? Join us every Tuesday to find out about local services. Get help, support and information. Free coffee! Drop ins welcome! This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. Baby Time 10:30am - 11:00am Children, Ages 0-5 Handley Library This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Handley Library Room: Storytime Nook Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5 Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Enjoy an early literacy program for infants consisting of stories, rhymes, bounces, and more.	This event is in the "Adults" group. Writer's Circle 10:30am - 12:00pm Adults Handley Library This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Handley Library Room: HL Lower Lobby Age Group: Adults Event Details: Calling writers of all genres Handley Library is hosting a writer's group. All levels of experience are welcome. Participants can be beginners or published authors.	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Preschool Time 10:30am - 11:00am Children, Ages 0-5, Families Clarke County This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Clarke County Room: CCL Children's Area Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Families Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Enjoy an early li This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. Toddler Time 10:30am - 11:00am Children, Ages 0-5 Handley Library This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Handley Library Room: Storytime Nook Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5 Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Enjoy an early literacy program designed specifically for active toddlers with stories, rhymes, songs and more.	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Dance Party 10:30am - 11:00am Children, Ages 0-5, Families Handley Library This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Handley Library Room: HL Children's Room Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Families Program Type: Music & Movement Event Details: Join us for an interactive dance and sing along program. Meet the puppets afterwards!	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Chess at Bowman Library 10:00am - 12:30pm Children, Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Families Bowman Library This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bowman Library Room: BL Reading Porch Age Group: Children, Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Families Program Type: Gaming Event Details: 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 each week to play casual and blitz chess games. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Family Time 10:30am - 11:00am Children, Ages 0-5, Families Handley Library This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Handley Library Room: Storytime Nook Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Families Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Enjoy an early literacy program for the entire family who will learn through stories, rhymes, songs and more.
11 am	This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Toddler Storytime 11:00am - 11:30am Ages 0-5, Families Bowman Library This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bowman Library Room: BL Children's Room Age Group: Ages 0-5, Families Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Storytime for Toddlers (three and under) Bring your movers and shakers to a storytime designed especially for wiggly toddlers. Early literacy enhancing activities include books, music, movement, and more. 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.		This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Preschool Storytime Bowman Library 11:00am - 11:30am Ages 0-5, Families Bowman Library This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bowman Library Room: BL Children's Room Age Group: Ages 0-5, Families Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Join us as we sing with puppets, read some stories, and dance to music! Ages 3 and up. Bowman Library Children's Room at 11:00 a.m. Free! 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. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. Tiny Tales at The Village at Orchard Ridge 11:00am - 11:30am Children, Ages 0-5 Off Site Offsite Event This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5 Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Join us for a special storytime at The Village at Orchard Ridge. (ages 2-5) This event is in the "Adults" group. Help For Job Seekers 11:00am - 12:30pm Adults Handley Library This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Handley Library Room: HL Study Room #1 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Job Help Event Details: Someone from NW Works will be at the library to meet one on one every 2nd and 4th Wednesday to help job seekers with the following:	This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Baby Time at Bowman Library 11:00am - 11:30am Ages 0-5, Families Bowman Library This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bowman Library Room: BL Children's Room Age Group: Ages 0-5, Families Program Type: Music & Movement, Storytimes Event Details: Storytime for infants (birth to 18 months) is an early literacy program designed to introduce your baby to the joys of books, language, movement, and music! Learn fun baby games, nursery rhymes, and more! 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. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. Toddler Time 11:30am - 12:00pm Children, Ages 0-5 Handley Library This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Handley Library Room: Storytime Nook Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5 Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Enjoy an early literacy program designed specifically for active toddlers with stories, rhymes, songs and more.	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. Build Together 11:00am - 11:30am Children, Ages 0-5 Bowman Library This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bowman Library Room: BL Children's Room Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5 Program Type: STEAM Event Details: Construct masterpieces using LEGO® bricks, Magna tiles, and blocks. Bowman Library, Children's Room Free for all ages.	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. LEGO Club 11:00am - 12:00pm Children, Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11 Handley Library This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Handley Library Room: HL Children's Room Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11 Program Type: STEAM Event Details: De This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Invention Celebration at Bowman Library 11:00am - 1:00pm Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Families Bowman Library This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bowman Library Room: BL Children's Room Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Families Event Details: Explore and learn about different inventions created by African Americans that have made our lives safer, easier, and more enjoyable! Garrett Morgan--invented the traffic light, a smoke hood and protective gas mask for fire fighters. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group. Sensory Sensitive Storytime 11:30am - 12:00pm Children, Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Teens (12+) Handley Library Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Handley Library Room: Benham Gallery Room Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Teens (12+) Program Type: Storytimes Required Seats Remaining: 10 Event Details: Enjoy an early literacy program geared to children on the autism spectrum and those with sensory integration challenges. *Registration required.
12 pm					This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Little Noon Music presents Sing! Shenandoah 12:15pm - 1:15pm Adults, Families Bowman Library This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bowman Library Room: Bowman Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, Families Program Type: Performances & Lectures Event Details: The Sing! Shenandoah chorus is chartered by Sweet Adelines International. It is part of Region 19 which includes all chapters in Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Virginia.
1 pm			This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Homeschool Hub Lowers 1:00pm - 2:00pm Children, Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Families Handley Library Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Handley Library Room: Benham Gallery Room Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Families Program Type: STEAM Required Seats Remaining: 14 Event Details: Homeschooling families in the 4-8 age group can meet and socialize in this group through guided STEAM activities.		This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Art Together Bowman Library 1:00pm - 2:00pm Children, Families Bowman Library This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bowman Library Room: BL Children's Room Age Group: Children, Families Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM Event Details: Explore art and your creativity through these events that are presented at Bowman Library. Second and fourth Fridays at 1:00 p.m. Free! No registration required. Bowman Library, Children's Room	This event is in the "Families" group. Behind the Scenes Tour at Handley Library 1:00pm - 2:00pm Families Handley Library This event is in the "Families" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Handley Library Age Group: Families Event Details: Handley tours will take you behind the scenes to all floors of the library. Learn about the architecture, history, walk on the famous glass floors, and see the well under the stage. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. Paws for Reading at Bowman Library 1:00pm - 2:15pm Children, Ages 6-11 Bowman Library This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bowman Library Room: BL Children's Room Age Group: Children, Ages 6-11 Program Type: Reading Program, Story Sharing Event Details: It's Paws for Reading! Read a favorite book to a four-legged reading tutor. It's Paws for Reading! These canine listeners are patient and love kids. Come meet our Therapy Dog International-certified therapy dogs. 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. Reservation The Shenandoah Astronomical Society 1:00pm - 3:00pm Bowman Library This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Bowman Library Room: Bowman Meeting Room Purpose of Meeting The Shenandoah Astronomical Society is inviting anyone who received a telescope for Christmas or who has some questions regarding one they already have, to come in and the Society will help them out.
2 pm			This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Homeschool Hub Uppers 2:00pm - 3:00pm Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Families Handley Library Required This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Handley Library Room: Benham Gallery Room Age Group: Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Families Program Type: STEAM Required Seats Remaining: 25 Event Details: Homeschooling families in the 9-14 age group can meet and socialize in this group through guided STEAM activities. Registration required for each session.
3 pm		This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Valentine Crafternoon 3:30pm - 4:30pm Children, Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Families Clarke County This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Clarke County Room: CCL Children's Area Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Families Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details:		This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. LEGO Club 3:30pm - 4:30pm Children, Ages 6-11 Clarke County This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Clarke County Room: CCL Children's Area Age Group: Children, Ages 6-11 Program Type: STEAM Event Details:
4 pm	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. Makerspace Mondays 4:00pm - 6:00pm Children, Ages 6-11 Handley Library This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Handley Library Room: HL Children's Room Age Group: Children, Ages 6-11 Program Type: STEAM Event Details: Put on your maker hats and join us for self-directed Makerspace activities. Ages 6-11.			This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group. Girls Who Code Club 4:30pm - 5:30pm Ages 6-11, Teens (12+) Handley Library Required This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Handley Library Room: HL Children's Room Age Group: Ages 6-11, Teens (12+) Program Type: STEAM Required Seats Remaining: 1 Event Details: Explore coding in a fun and friendly environment just for girls. Registration required. This event is in the "Adults" group. Finding A Job Workshop Series: Information Meeting 4:30pm - 6:15pm Adults Handley Library This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch:* Handley Library Room: Benham Gallery Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Job Help Event Details: First in a series of workshops to help those looking for a job. The purpose of this meeting will be to discuss what topics to include in upcoming workshops. Staff from NW Works will also be present to help job seekers one on one.	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. LEGO Club 4:00pm - 5:00pm Children, Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11 Handley Library This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Handley Library Room: HL Children's Room Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11 Program Type: STEAM Event Details: Desi
5 pm	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. Lego Club @ Bowman Library 5:00pm - 6:00pm Children, Ages 6-11 Bowman Library This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bowman Library Room: BL Children's Room Age Group: Children, Ages 6-11 Program Type: STEAM Event Details: Bring your imaginations and join us every week for a different building challenge!! January 6--In the Sky January 13--Pets January 20--Outer Space January 27--Construction Machines February 3--Inventions		This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Shenandoah Valley Chess Club 5:30pm - 7:30pm Children, Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Families Handley Library This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Handley Library Room: HL Children's Room Age Group: Children, Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Families Program Type: STEAM Event Details: Families of all ages and skill levels are welcome to come and play. All ages.
6 pm	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. This event is in the "Families" group. PJ Boogie @ Bowman Library 6:00pm - 6:30pm Children, Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Families Bowman Library This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bowman Library Room: BL Children's Room Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Families Program Type: Story Sharing, Music & Movement Event Details: Wiggle the sillies out as we shake, rattle and roll at the library. Children are encouraged to wear their favorite PJs to the program. Free! No registration required. Bowman Library, Children's Room. 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. This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group. Bowman Teen Advisory Board 6:00pm - 7:00pm Teens (12+) Bowman Library This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bowman Library Room: BL Reading Porch Age Group: Teens (12+) Event Details: Teen Advisory Board for Bowman Library Open to Middle and High School students	This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. Black Artist Spotlight 6:00pm - 7:00pm Ages 6-11 Bowman Library This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bowman Library Room: BL Children's Room Age Group: Ages 6-11 Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes Event Details: Learn about and create your own artwork in the style of famous Black artists. We will focus on Faith Ringgold on February 11th and Kara Walker on February 25th. This event is in the "Adults" group. JustBirth Meeting 6:15pm - 7:30pm Adults Bowman Library This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bowman Library Room: BL Children's Room Reading Porch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Workshops & Camps Event Details: Monthly educational meetings featuring a new topic and speaker each month. Ask questions, share information and resources, and explore the numerous birthing options in our community. Great for preconception, expecting parents, and postpartum.	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Nature Surprises for Kids Bowman Library 6:00pm - 7:00pm Children, Ages 6-11, Families Bowman Library Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bowman Library Room: BL Children's Room Age Group: Children, Ages 6-11, Families Program Type: Gardening, DIY Workshops, STEAM Required Seats Remaining: 10 Event Details: It takes more than good soil, sun, and nutrients to ensure success in your garden. Learn how plants grow well with one another! February's theme is, "Plants Need friends, Too!" with Bob Gail.	This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group. Teen Sketch and Draw 6:00pm - 7:00pm Teens (12+) Handley Library This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Handley Library Room: HL Middle Kingdom Age Group: Teens (12+) Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details:	This event is in the "Adults" group. After Hours Game Night 6:00pm - 9:00pm Adults Bowman Library This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bowman Library Room: Bowman Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Game Nights, Gaming, Hangout, Video Games Event Details: Spend Friday night at the library with tabletop games and more! We will have our entire game collection available to choose from as well as a VR headset and a casual D&D session anyone can join. Light refreshments will be served.