Adult & Youth Programming
- Tiny Art Gallery: Adventure Edition
July
In-Person EventCome view our Tiny Art Show during the month of July, featuring tiny masterpieces created by our patrons! If you'd like to be featured, pick up a Tiny Art kit consisting of a 4" x 4" canvas, acrylic paints, and a brush at the Adult Reference desk to take home, paint, and submit for display in our gallery by Saturday, June 29th. Feel free to use other mediums or materials, but make sure to keep your art at or smaller than 4 inches! Please make sure to keep your submissions family-friendly. The theme is Adventure!
- Garden Wildlife
Saturday, July 27th, 2024
11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 8 & Up REGISTRATION REQUIREDGather cool facts about animals and write creatively about them. Register for this event online.
- Music & Movement for Babies & Toddlers
Monday, July 29th, 2024
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 2 & Under REGISTRATION REQUIREDJoin our relaxed and joyful time with our little ones as we incorporate music, beginning yoga, and multisensory activities designed to delight your baby. Register for this event online.
- Larsen's Amazing Reptile Show
Tuesday, July 30th, 2024
2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
In-Person Event
All AgesCome learn about bearded dragons, chameleons, snakes, and other various reptiles! There will be a chance to touch them!
- What the Tech!
Tuesday, July 30th, 2024
2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
In-Person Event
REGISTRATION REQUIREDNeed help with technology? Come by the library’s Meeting Room B where we will be going over computers and other technology basics. Having trouble with your phone, tablet, laptop, or other device? Bring it in, and we’ll help! Register for this event online.
- Larsen's Amazing World of Reptiles
Tuesday, July 30th, 2024
2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
In-Person EventReptile experts Scott and Kim Larsen will be coming back to share stories, interesting facts, and trivia questions about their dazzling array of lizards, frogs, turtles, and snakes – then invite you to meet the reptiles up close and personal! Fun for the family!
- Toddler Story Time
Wednesday, July 31st, 2024
10:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 3½ & Under REGISTRATION REQUIREDBring your toddler to a potpourri of simple stories, fun songs, and a cute craft about Beaches! Siblings welcome. Register for this event online.
- Preschool Story Time
Wednesday, July 31st, 2024
11:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 3½ - 5 REGISTRATION REQUIREDCome in for an enjoyable hour filled with Beach stories, exciting sing-alongs, finger plays, and a nifty craft! Register for this event online.
- Madeline 2
Saturday, August 3rd, 2024
2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
In-Person Event
All Ages REGISTRATION REQUIREDCome watch the sequel to Madeline, the Tea Party. Learn about ballet, compare and contrast the character, and enjoy some refreshments after the show. Register for this event online.
- Music & Movement for Babies & Toddlers
Monday, August 5th, 2024
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 2 & Under REGISTRATION REQUIREDJoin our relaxed and joyful time with our little ones as we incorporate music, beginning yoga, and multisensory activities designed to delight your baby. Register for this event online.
- Homeschool Hub
Tuesday, August 6th, 2024
10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 6 - 11 REGISTRATION REQUIREDChildren will work together as they go through the scientific method, gathering data, and drawing conclusions. The topic this week is Bad Fruit. Register for this event online.
- Walking Book Club
Tuesday, August 6th, 2024
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
In-Person EventDiscuss what you've been reading lately while taking a walk with fellow readers! Weather permitting.
- What the Tech!
Tuesday, August 6th, 2024
2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
In-Person Event
REGISTRATION REQUIREDNeed help with technology? Come by the library’s Meeting Room B where we will be going over computers and other technology basics. Having trouble with your phone, tablet, laptop, or other device? Bring it in, and we’ll help! Register for this event online.
- Toddler Story Time
Wednesday, August 7th, 2024
10:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 3½ & Under REGISTRATION REQUIREDBring your toddler to a potpourri of simple stories, fun songs, and a cute craft on pirates. Siblings welcome. Register for this event online.
- Preschool Story Time
Wednesday, August 7th, 2024
11:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 3½ - 5 REGISTRATION REQUIREDCome in for an enjoyable hour filled with Pirate stories, exciting sing-alongs, finger plays, and a nifty craft. Register for this event online.
- A.R.E. Inc. Free STI Testing
Wednesday, August 7th, 2024
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
In-Person EventDid you know that 1 in 5 people in the USA have an STI? Winchester's AIDS Response Effort, Inc. (A.R.E.) will be at the library to provide free STI testing for the community. Testing includes: HIV, Hepatitis B & C, Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, and Syphilis.
- Bad Romance
Wednesday, August 7th, 2024
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
In-Person Event
REGISTRATION REQUIREDDo you consider yourself a hopeless romantic? Are bad romances a guilty pleasure of yours? Can't get enough puns? Can you quote every line from your favorite rom-com? Then you should join us for Bad Romance, where Samuels Public Library will have a themed discussion for the romance genre every month. Indulge us with your favorite romance books, movies, music or other media, and possibly discover a new treat in this awesome informal discussion! New members are always welcome! Register for this event online.
- Books & Beyond
Thursday, August 8th, 2024
6:00 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.
In-Person Event
REGISTRATION REQUIREDDo you love books and sharing them as much as we do? Join us to delve into new worlds of conversation about new books at your community's public library! The theme this month is Music. Read anything relating to the theme and come join us to discuss it! Register for this event online.
- Toddler Trails with Warren County Parks & Rec
Friday, August 9th, 2024
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Off-Site Event | Skyline Soccerplex, 101 Kerfoot Avenue, Front Royal
Ages 2 - 5 REGISTRATION REQUIREDJoin us at the Soccerplex shelter (by the concession stand) to learn about bees and taste some honey! Register for this event online.
- Community Fun Day
Saturday, August 10th, 2024
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Off-Site Event | Warren County High School, 155 Westminster Drive, Front Royal
All AgesJoin us at Warren County High School for a day of fun, information about programs, and crafts (while supplies last)!
- What the Tech!
Tuesday, August 13th, 2024
2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
In-Person Event
REGISTRATION REQUIREDNeed help with technology? Come by the library’s Meeting Room B where we will be going over computers and other technology basics. Having trouble with your phone, tablet, laptop, or other device? Bring it in, and we’ll help! Register for this event online.
- In Search of Giants with Author Colleen Snyder
Wednesday, August 14th, 2024
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
In-Person Event
REGISTRATION REQUIREDJoin us for a fascinating book talk on genetic genealogy, the rare disease of gigantism, and Irish giant legend and mythology by Colleen Snyder, author of In Search of Giants: The Quest to Find the Genetic Giants of Northern Ireland. She was the first person found in the U.S. with the Northern Ireland genetic mutation that causes gigantism, and she will join us in August to talk about her journey of discovery and writing her book. Sponsored by the Genealogy Club and the Women's Resource Center. Register for this event online.
- Teens Connect
Saturday, August 17th, 2024
2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 12 - 18 REGISTRATION REQUIREDFeel like refreshing your wardrobe or getting rid of some of your old clothes in a way that supports other teens in your community? Donate your clothes ahead of time at one of our boxes in the children’s department. Accepting tops and bottoms only, washed before donating. Teen patrons can come and go as they please, choosing free clothes. Pizza will be served as well! Register for this event online.
- Music & Movement for Babies & Toddlers
Monday, August 19th, 2024
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 2 & Under REGISTRATION REQUIREDJoin our relaxed and joyful time with our little ones as we incorporate music, beginning yoga, and multisensory activities designed to delight your baby. Register for this event online.
- Phoenix Project - Hope for New Beginnings
Tuesday, August 20th, 2024
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
In-Person EventServing all members of the Front Royal/Warren County community who have experienced or are currently experiencing domestic violence or sexual assault, Phoenix Project Advocates are available to provide crisis intervention, supportive counseling, safety planning, information and education, and more. Our services are free & confidential and trauma-informed. Hope. Help. Healing. Available the third Tuesday of every month.
- What the Tech!
Tuesday, August 20th, 2024
2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
In-Person Event
REGISTRATION REQUIREDNeed help with technology? Come by the library’s Meeting Room B where we will be going over computers and other technology basics. Having trouble with your phone, tablet, laptop, or other device? Bring it in, and we’ll help! Register for this event online.
- Science Scouts
Tuesday, August 20th, 2024
4:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 6 - 11 REGISTRATION REQUIREDChildren will investigate a different STEM-related topic bi-weekly. This week’s theme is Bad Fruit. Register for this event online.
- Toddler Story Time
Wednesday, August 21st, 2024
10:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 3½ & Under REGISTRATION REQUIREDBring your toddler to a potpourri of simple stories, fun songs, and a cute craft on Dinosaurs. Siblings welcome. Register for this event online.
- Preschool Story Time
Wednesday, August 21st, 2024
11:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 3½ - 5 REGISTRATION REQUIREDCome in for an enjoyable hour filled with Dinosaur stories, exciting sing-alongs, finger plays, and a nifty craft. Register for this event online.
- Wildlife Photography and Scavenger Hunt
Thursday, August 22nd, 2024
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Off-Site Event | Shenandoah River State Park, 350 Daughter of Stars Drive, Bentonville
REGISTRATION REQUIREDWe will meet at the Shenandoah River State Park Picnic Shelter 1. Using Observational and Photography Skills to Document Nature in this session, we will focus on taking photographs of the smaller items in our natural world. We will begin with a review of techniques for taking close-up photographs. Following the review, we will head to the field to practice these techniques by capturing images to complete a nature scavenger hunt. This is a great family event. All types of cameras from smart phones to professional cameras and levels of photographers are welcomed. Note: State Park parking fee rules apply for attending this program. The Library has a limited number of LVA state park bags with passes. Availability is not guaranteed. Register for this event online.
- Flowers From Around the World with Wee Ones
Saturday, August 24th, 2024
11:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 3 - 6 (With Parent) REGISTRATION REQUIREDJoin the Master Gardeners as they teach about different flowers from around the world. Register for this event online.
- Flowers From Around the World with Green Thumbs
Saturday, August 24th, 2024
12:00 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 6 - 11 REGISTRATION REQUIREDJoin the Master Gardeners as they teach about different flowers from around the world. Register for this event online.
- Music & Movement for Babies & Toddlers
Monday, August 26th, 2024
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 2 & Under REGISTRATION REQUIREDJoin our relaxed and joyful time with our little ones as we incorporate music, beginning yoga, and multisensory activities designed to delight your baby. Register for this event online.
- Music & Movement for Adults
Monday, August 26th, 2024
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
In-Person Event
REGISTRATION REQUIREDIntroducing our newest recurring monthly event: Music and Movement for Adults. Our weekly Music and Movement for Babies and Toddlers program has been a hit, so we’re looking to expand to serve all adults interested in listening to music or performing light movement exercises in a group setting. We will incorporate music from all genres and explore light yoga and multisensory activities as they relate to music. Join us on the fourth Monday of every month. Register for this event online.
- Homeschool Hub
Tuesday, August 27th, 2024
10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 6 - 11 REGISTRATION REQUIREDChildren will work together as they go through the scientific method, gathering data, and drawing conclusions. The topic this week is Bottle Flipping Physics. Register for this event online.
- What the Tech!
Tuesday, August 27th, 2024
2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
In-Person Event
REGISTRATION REQUIREDNeed help with technology? Come by the library’s Meeting Room B where we will be going over computers and other technology basics. Having trouble with your phone, tablet, laptop, or other device? Bring it in, and we’ll help! Register for this event online.
- Toddler Story Time
Wednesday, August 28th, 2024
10:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 3½ & Under REGISTRATION REQUIREDBring your toddler to a potpourri of simple stories, fun songs, and a cute craft about the Circus! Siblings welcome. Register for this event online.
- Read with the Sheriff Preschool Story Time
Wednesday, August 28th, 2024
11:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 3½ - 5 REGISTRATION REQUIREDThis week we will have a special guest from the Sheriff’s office! Come in for an enjoyable hour filled with Circus stories, exciting sing-alongs, finger plays, and a nifty craft! Register for this event online.
- Press Play
Saturday, August 31st, 2024
2:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 12 - 18 REGISTRATION REQUIREDCome enjoy an afternoon of video games on the Nintendo Switch! Register for this event online.
- Insects & Butterflies Photography
Saturday, September 14th, 2024
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Off-Site Event | Shenandoah River State Park, 350 Daughter of Stars Drive, Bentonville
REGISTRATION REQUIREDWe will meet at the Shenandoah River State Park Visitor Center. Did you know that one out of every three bites of our food, including fruits, vegetables, chocolate, coffee, nuts, and spices, is created with the help of pollinators? Join us as we review tips for capturing great photographs of our summer pollinators including butterflies, bees, dragonflies, and more. We will begin with a review of when, where, and how to photograph these flying wonders. Following the review, we will head to the field to practice these techniques. All types of cameras from smartphones to professional cameras and levels of photographers are welcomed. Note: State Park parking fee rules apply for attending this program. The Library has a limited number of LVA state park bags with passes. Availability is not guaranteed. Register for this event online.
- Autumn Colors Photography
Saturday, October 19th, 2024
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Off-Site Event | Shenandoah River State Park, 350 Daughter of Stars Drive, Bentonville
REGISTRATION REQUIREDWe will meet at the Shenandoah River State Park Visitor Center. Autumn is a wonderful time to capture the changing landscape and beautiful soft light. This session will begin with a review of creative compositions and ideals for capturing autumn’s beauty. We will discuss the classic images that we associate with autumn along with your personal creative approach. Following the review, we will head to the field to practice these techniques. All types of cameras from smart phones to professional cameras and levels of photographers are welcomed. Note: State Park parking fee rules apply for attending this program. The Library has a limited number of LVA state park bags with passes. Availability is not guaranteed. Register for this event online.