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All branches of the Handley Regional Library System will be closed on:

December 24-25 (Christmas Eve & Day)
December 31-January 1 (New Year’s Eve & Day)

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Name: Preschool Time
Start: 2022-10-17T10:30:00-04:00
End: 2022-10-17T11:00:00-04:00
Location: Handley Library

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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 focused on school-readiness skills perfect for preschoolers who will learn through stories, rhymes, songs and more. Then, stay for an interactive craft. Program is intended for Ages 3-6 and their caregivers.	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. Baby Playtime 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: Stay and play while meeting new community members. Program is intended for Ages 0-16 months and their caregivers. This event is in the "Adults" group. Tech Tuesday workshop: Getting Started with OneDrive 10:30am - 12:00pm Adults Handley Library Required 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: Tech Help Required Seats Remaining: 14 Event Details: Learn the basics of OneDrive - Microsoft's cloud service – including how to save photos & files then access them from any device. Find out about free & low-cost options. Bring your laptop to create your own Microsoft account.	This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Parent Chat & Playdate 10:30am - 11:30am Ages 0-5, Adults, Families Handley Library This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. 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: Handley Library Room: HL Children's Room Age Group: Ages 0-5, Adults, Families Program Type: Story Sharing, Arts & Crafts, Workshops & Camps Event Details: Come chat with local parents and caregivers to learn more about topical parenting challenges and skills to support your family.	This event is in the "Adults" group. Free STI Testing 10:00am - 1:00pm 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: Benham Gallery Room Age Group: Adults Event Details: One in five people have a sexually transmitted infection. Free STI testing is provided by Aids Response Effort of Winchester. Testing is discrete. Every third Thursday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. Toddler Playtime 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: Stay and play while meeting new community members. Program is intended for Ages 16 months-3 years and their caregivers. This event is in the "Adults" group. ELibrary 101 Workshop: Libby, Hoopla, Mango, and More 10:30am - 12:00pm Adults Bowman Library Required 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 Reading Porch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Tech Help, Workshops & Camps Required Seats Remaining: 19 Event Details: Not sure which online service is right for you or how to get started? This workshop will provide a general overview of how and where to get free Ebooks, streaming videos, online magazines, and even language lessons. 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. This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Dance Party 10:30am - 11:00am Children, Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Families 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. 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, Ages 6-11, Families Program Type: Music & Movement Event Details: Join us for an interactive dance and sing along program. Meet the puppets afterwards! All Ages.	Grinch/Carol Rehearsal 10:00am - 11:00am Bowman Library Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bowman Library Room: BL Children's Room Reading Porch Event Details: Rehearsal for December 3 programs. 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: Chess Champs 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. 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. Program is intended for Ages 0-6 and their caregivers.
11 am			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. Storytime Fun 11:00am - 11:30am Children, Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11 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. 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 Program Type: Reading Program, Story Sharing, Storytimes Event Details: Come to the Clarke County Library Children's Room for stories and fun!	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Storytime and Puppets- Family Hiking 11:00am - 11:30am Children, Ages 0-5, Families Bowman 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: Bowman Library Room: BL Children's Room Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Families 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) A hiking we will go! Come hear stories about hiking through the mountains. The puppets perform fun songs as we sing and dance along. 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. 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. Safety Disclaimer	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. Trit Trot to Bowman 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: Story Sharing, Music & Movement, Storytimes Event Details: Storytime for infants (birth to 15 months). An early literacy program designed to introduce your babe to the joys of books, language, movement, and music! Learn fun baby games, nursery rhymes, and more! Meeting in the Bowman Library Children’s Room. Free, no registration required. Today's theme is...Family Hiking! Click on the following link to find books: #talesofthemountains 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. Safety Disclaimer	This event is in the "Adults" group. Sit & Stitch 11:00am - 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: Hangout, Arts & Crafts Event Details: Hooks and needles and fiber, oh my! 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. This event is in the "Families" group. Storytime and Puppets- Family Hiking 11:00am - 11:30am Children, Ages 0-5, Families Bowman 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: Bowman Library Room: BL Children's Room Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Families 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) A hiking we will go! Come hear stories about hiking through the mountains. The puppets perform fun songs as we sing and dance along. 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. 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. Safety Disclaimer This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. This event is in the "Families" group. LEGO Club 11:00am - 12:30pm Children, Ages 6-11, Families Handley Library 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: Handley Library Room: HL Children's Room Age Group: Children, Ages 6-11, Families Program Type: STEAM Event Details: Get your brick on in this weekly building challenge. Program is intended for Ages 6+. Marker Miller Orchards Outreach Event 11:00am - 3:00pm Off Site Offsite Event Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Event Details: Today the library will be at Marker Miller Orchards for their Pumpkin Festival! Library staff will be signing people up for library cards and handing out freebies and information from 11-3pm. This event is open to the public.
12 pm		This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Middle Grade Book Spotlight 12:00pm - 12:15pm Ages 6-11, Families Virtual Events Virtual Event 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: Virtual Events Age Group: Ages 6-11, Families Program Type: Story Sharing, Virtual Programs Event Details: Middle Grade Book Spotlight: Looking for a new and exciting book to read? Join us every Monday afternoon as books geared toward upper elementary and middle schoolers are presented and shared; each week is centered around a different th
1 pm		This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Teen Book Spotlight 1:00pm - 1:15pm Teens (12+), Families Virtual Events Virtual Event 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: Virtual Events Age Group: Teens (12+), Families Program Type: Story Sharing, Virtual Programs Event Details: Want to read a "good" book and have no idea where to start?					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. Movie Saturdays at Bowman 1:00pm - 3:00pm Children, Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), 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 "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 Children's Room Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Families Program Type: Film, Hangout Event Details: IT'S SHOWTIME! Join us for a family movie event complete with popcorn and drinks to enjoy together. Today's show is...Despicable Me! 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. Safety Disclaimer
2 pm	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. Virtual Database Spotlight 2:00pm - 2:30pm Children, Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Families Virtual Events Virtual Event 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: Virtual Events Age Group: Children, Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Families Program Type: Virtual Programs Event Details: Do you want support when it comes to Homework Help? Are you looking to build your research skills? Let us share the wonders of our Digital Library with you and your family!
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4 pm			This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Families" group. La Leche League Meeting 4:30pm - 5:30pm Children, Ages 0-5, Adults, Families Handley Library This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. 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: Handley Library Room: Storytime Nook Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Adults, Families Program Type: Hangout, Workshops & Camps Event Details: Join us for a chat and playdate with La Leche League NSV! These leaders are parent volunteers, educated and accredited by La Leche League International to provide FREE, inclusive, evidence based, community lactation and parenting support.	This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. Lego Club at Clarke 4:00pm - 4:45pm Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11 Clarke County 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: Clarke County Room: CCL Children's Area Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11 Program Type: Gaming, STEAM Event Details: Come to the Clarke County Library children's room for Lego Fun. A different theme every week!
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!! This week, we are traversing the highest lego mountains we can build! 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.		FHRLS Board Meeting 5:30pm - 7:00pm Handley Library Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Handley Library Room: Benham Gallery Room	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. Nature Surprises-Rescheduled 5:00pm - 6:00pm Children, Ages 6-11 Bowman Library Required 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: Gardening, Arts & Crafts, DIY Workshops, STEAM Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: We love scarecrows! Scarecrows are a fun part of an autumn garden. 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. Safety Disclaimer
6 pm		This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group. 2022 Teen Hot Sauce Challenge 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 - Teen Area Age Group: Teens (12+) Program Type: Hangout Event Details: Join us for our 2nd Annual Bowman Teen Hot Sauce Challenge!!! If you think you can stand the heat then this is the challenge for you! Test your nerves (and taste buds) to a hot sauce challenge where you may or may not be able to hold b 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. Teen Halloween Game Night 6:00pm - 10:00pm 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 - Teen Area Age Group: Teens (12+) Program Type: Gaming, Hangout Event Details: GAME ON! Every 3rd Friday of the month, join us for video and tabletop games, a music/dance area, and a time to relax and enjoy time with friends. 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. Safety Disclaimer

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