Library Closures – Apple Blossom & Carpet Installation

All Handley Regional Library System branches will be closed Friday, May 2, and Saturday, May 3 for the Apple Blossom Festival.

Bowman Library only will also be closed Thursday, May 1 for carpet installation. Handley Library and Clarke County Library will remain open on May 1.

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9 am						This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Donation Drop Off 9:00am - 11:30am Adults, Families Bowman Library This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Library Branch: Bowman Library Room: Bowman Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, Families Program Type: Friends Events Event Details: Volunteers will be on hand to collect your gently used books (in good, clean condition), DVDs, music CDs, audiobooks on CD and electronic games in the Bowman Library parking lot.
10 am			This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Handley Sit and Stitch 10:30am - 12:30pm Teens (12+), Adults, Families Handley Library This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Families" group. 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.		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. Library Branch: Handley Library Room: HL Children's Room Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Families Program Type: Music & Movement Event Details:	This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Chess at Bowman Library 10:00am - 12:00pm Ages 6-11, Teens (12+), Adults, Families Bowman Library This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Families" group. 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. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Frog Hoppers Party 10:30am - 11:00am Children, Ages 0-5, Families Handley Library Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Library Branch: Handley Library Room: Storytime Nook Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Families Program Type: 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten, Reading Program, Story Sharing, Music & Movement, Storytimes Registration Required Event Details: Calling all frog hoppers that are participating in the library's 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Program!
11 am		This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Storytime at Clarke! 11:00am - 11:30am Ages 0-5, Families Clarke County This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Library Branch: Clarke County Room: CCL Children's Area Age Group: Ages 0-5, Families Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Come to the Clarke County Library Children's Room for stories and fun! Miss Bonnie will share a new adventure with early readers and their families each week. All are welcome! This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Trit Trot to Bowman--Baby Time 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. 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: Trit Trot to Bowman is an early literacy program for infants, 0-18 months, and their families and caregivers. Introduce your baby to the joys of books, language, movement, and music! 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.			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. Storytime at the Airport 11:00am - 11:30am Children, Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Families Off Site Offsite Event 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. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Families Program Type: Story Sharing, Music & Movement, STEAM, Storytimes Event Details: Join Mrs. Donna at the Winchester Regional Airport terminal! Hear a story, dance with friends, and then go outside to see the PLANES! 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 "Adults" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Behind the Scenes Tour at Handley Library 11:00am - 12:00pm Adults, Families Handley Library This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Library Branch: Handley Library Room: Handley Robinson Auditorium Age Group: Adults, Families Program Type: Library Tour Event Details: The Handley Library branch tour will take you behind the scenes to all floors of the building. Come learn about the architecture and history. Walk on the famous glass floors and peer down the well built into the stage. Meet on the Lower Level. 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. Lego Club 11:00am - 12:00pm 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. Library Branch: Handley Library Room: HL Children's Room Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Families Program Type: STEAM Event Details: Get your brick on in t
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1 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group. Clarke Sit and Stitch 1:00pm - 2:00pm Adults Clarke County This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Clarke County Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Hooks and needles and fiber, oh my! This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group. Teen Art Tuesdays 1:00pm - 2:00pm Teens (12+) Bowman Library Registration Required This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group. Library Branch: Bowman Library Room: BL Reading Porch - Teen Area Age Group: Teens (12+) Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required 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.
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3 pm						This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Story Builders 3:00pm - 4:00pm Ages 6-11, Families Handley Library This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Library Branch: Handley Library Room: HL Children's Room Age Group: Ages 6-11, Families Program Type: STEAM, Storytimes Event Details: Listen to a
4 pm			This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. This event is in the "Families" group. After School Lego Time! 4:00pm - 4:45pm Children, Ages 6-11, Families Clarke County This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. This event is in the "Families" group. 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!
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. 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!! All kids ages 6-11 are invited to come out; no registration is needed. Our theme this week is...going to be announced soon! 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 Book Club 5:00pm - 6:00pm Teens (12+) Bowman Library Registration Required This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group. Library Branch: Bowman Library Room: BL Reading Porch - Teen Area Age Group: Teens (12+) Program Type: Book Club Registration Required 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. This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group. Board Gaming Guild 5:30pm - 7:30pm Teens (12+) Handley Library This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group. Library Branch: Handley Library Room: HL West Reading Room Age Group: Teens (12+) Program Type: Game Nights, Gaming Event Details:	This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Handley Sit and Stitch 5:00pm - 7:00pm Teens (12+), Adults, Families Handley Library This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Families" group. 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.		This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Five O'Clock Spot 5:00pm - 6:00pm Children, Ages 6-11, Families Bowman Library This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Library Branch: Bowman Library Room: BL Children's Room Age Group: Children, Ages 6-11, Families Program Type: Hangout, DIY Workshops, STEAM Event Details: Come play games, color, and hangout with friends! Board games, coloring sheets and colored pencils, and LEGO bricks will be available, or bring your own activities! Ages 6-11. 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.
6 pm			This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group. Magic: The Gathering FOR TEENS 6:00pm - 7:30pm Teens (12+) Bowman Library Registration Required This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group. Library Branch: Bowman Library Room: BL Reading Porch - Teen Area Age Group: Teens (12+) Program Type: Game Nights Registration Required 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. This event is in the "Adults" group. Better Human Book Club 6:30pm - 7:30pm Adults Handley Library This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Handley Library Room: Benham Gallery Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Club Event Details: Let's gather to read books that help us be our best selves! Introducing the Better Human Book Club, a partnership between Handley Library and MoveMentation.	This event is in the "Adults" group. P.M. Book Club - "Olive Kitteridge" 6:00pm - 7:00pm Adults Clarke County This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Clarke County Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Club Event Details: Join us for our evening Book Club at 6 pm on the first Thursday of the month at Clarke County Library! This month, we will be discussing "Olive Kitteridge" by Elizabeth Strout - grab a copy at the library today!	This event is in the "Adults" group. After-hours Adult Game Night 6:00pm - 9:00pm Adults Bowman Library This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Bowman Library Room: BL Reading Porch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Gaming, Hangout Event Details: Join us on the second Fridays of the month to test your luck in a game with other adults. We have lots of basic and more complex board games, card games, and more. There is something for everyone. Plus snacks will be provided!

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Let's gather to read books that help us be our best selves! Introducing the Better Human Book Club, a partnership between Handley Library and MoveMentation.