Adult & Youth Programming
- Tiny Art Gallery: Portrait Edition
April - May
In-Person EventIn preparation for our visit from the Virginia Art Mobile in May, patrons can participate in our Tiny Art Gallery! During the month of April, patrons can pick up a Tiny Art kit consisting of a small canvas and paints at the adult reference desk to take home, paint, and submit for display in our gallery. The theme this year is any kind of Portrait! Items for the tiny gallery must be submitted before Saturday, April 29th. Items will be on display in the library for the month of May!
- Dungeons & Dragons
Saturday, April 1st, 2023
10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 12 - 18 REGISTRATION REQUIREDJoin us as we continue our quest to gather and save knowledge. Register for this event online.
- Dungeons & Dragons
Saturday, April 1st, 2023
2:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 12 - 18 REGISTRATION REQUIREDJoin us as we continue our quest to gather and save knowledge. Register for this event online.
- GED Class
Tuesday, April 4th, 2023
10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
In-Person EventSamuels Public Library is proud to host Laurel Ridge Community College's General Education Development course. This course is every Tuesday and Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (except on school holidays or closings) and is completely free. Let this course be the stepping stone to your success. More information on registration dates and deadlines can be found on Laurel Ridge's website - https://laurelridge.edu/adult-education.
- Homeschool Hub
Tuesday, April 4th, 2023
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 Egg Shells. Register for this event online.
- Toddler Story Time
Wednesday, April 5th, 2023
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 all about Easter! Siblings welcome. Register for this event online.
- Preschool Story Time
Wednesday, April 5th, 2023
11:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 3½ - 5 REGISTRATION REQUIREDCome for an enjoyable hour filled with amazing tales, exciting sing-alongs, finger plays, and a nifty craft! Easter will be the theme of our stories, songs, and craft. Siblings welcome. Register for this event online.
- A.R.E. Inc. Free STI Testing
Wednesday, April 5th, 2023
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. A.R.E will be at the library every first Wednesday of the month.
- Bad Romance
Wednesday, April 5th, 2023
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Virtual Event
REGISTRATION REQUIREDDo you consider yourself a hopeless romantic? Are bad romances a guilty pleasure of yours? Can you quote every line from your favorite rom-com? Then you should join us for our Bad Romance discussion group. For this meeting we’ll be discussing the Innkeeper Chronicles by Ilona Andrews and her newest release, Sweep of the Heart. Register for this event online.
- GED Class
Thursday, April 6th, 2023
10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
In-Person EventSamuels Public Library is proud to host Laurel Ridge Community College's General Education Development course. This course is every Tuesday and Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (except on school holidays or closings) and is completely free. Let this course be the stepping stone to your success. More information on registration dates and deadlines can be found on Laurel Ridge's website - https://laurelridge.edu/adult-education.
- Teens Connect
Thursday, April 6th, 2023
6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 12 - 18 REGISTRATION REQUIREDDo you love being creative and want to find new books to dive into? Come join us once a month to enjoy different activities ranging from crafts, games, and more. This month we will be working with poetry, making a magnetic kit and doing blackout poetry. Register for this event online.
- Easter Extravaganza
Saturday, April 8th, 2023
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Off-Site Event | Gertrude E. Miller Park, 905 Stadium Drive, Front Royal
Ages 13 & UnderJoin us with Warren County Parks & Recreation at Gertrude E. Miller Park for stories, crafts, egg hunt and a visit from the Easter Bunny! Fun for the family!
- Music & Movement for Babies & Toddlers
Monday, April 10th, 2023
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.
- Job Development Help
Monday, April 10th, 2023
1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
In-Person EventNeed help navigating job opportunities? Come by Samuels Public Library's computer lab every Monday from 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. where the Warren County Department of Social Services will be here to help! Patrons can get aid in Job searching, resume building, career coaching, as well as education and training referrals.
- GED Class
Tuesday, April 11th, 2023
10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
In-Person EventSamuels Public Library is proud to host Laurel Ridge Community College's General Education Development course. This course is every Tuesday and Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (except on school holidays or closings) and is completely free. Let this course be the stepping stone to your success. More information on registration dates and deadlines can be found on Laurel Ridge's website - https://laurelridge.edu/adult-education.
- What the Tech!
Tuesday, April 11th, 2023
2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
In-Person Event
REGISTRATION REQUIREDNeed help with technology? Come by the library every Tuesday at 2:00 p.m. where we will be going over computers and other technology basics. Register for this event online.
- Science Scouts
Tuesday, April 11th, 2023
4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 6 - 11 REGISTRATION REQUIREDChildren will investigate a different STEM-related topic bi-weekly. This week’s theme is Egg Shells. Register for this event online.
- Books & Beyond
Tuesday, April 11th, 2023
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Hybrid Virtual/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! This month’s book is Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt. Register for this event online.
- Toddler Story Time
Wednesday, April 12th, 2023
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 all about Spring! Siblings welcome. Register for this event online.
- Preschool Story Time
Wednesday, April 12th, 2023
11:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 3½ - 5 REGISTRATION REQUIREDCome for an enjoyable hour filled with amazing tales, exciting sing-alongs, finger plays, and a nifty craft! Spring will be the theme of our stories, songs, and craft. Siblings welcome. Register for this event online.
- Genealogy Club
Wednesday, April 12th, 2023
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Hybrid Virtual/In-Person Event
REGISTRATION REQUIREDInterested in your family's history? Already done extensive research and wanna be able to share your finds? Join our virtual genealogy club where both novices and experts alike can come together and talk about different genealogy topics. Register for this event online.
- GED Class
Thursday, April 13th, 2023
10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
In-Person EventSamuels Public Library is proud to host Laurel Ridge Community College's General Education Development course. This course is every Tuesday and Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (except on school holidays or closings) and is completely free. Let this course be the stepping stone to your success. More information on registration dates and deadlines can be found on Laurel Ridge's website - https://laurelridge.edu/adult-education.
- Music & Movement for Babies & Toddlers
Monday, April 17th, 2023
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.
- Job Development Help
Monday, April 17th, 2023
1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
In-Person EventNeed help navigating job opportunities? Come by Samuels Public Library's computer lab every Monday from 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. where the Warren County Department of Social Services will be here to help! Patrons can get aid in Job searching, resume building, career coaching, as well as education and training referrals.
- GED Class
Tuesday, April 18th, 2023
10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
In-Person EventSamuels Public Library is proud to host Laurel Ridge Community College's General Education Development course. This course is every Tuesday and Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (except on school holidays or closings) and is completely free. Let this course be the stepping stone to your success. More information on registration dates and deadlines can be found on Laurel Ridge's website - https://laurelridge.edu/adult-education.
- Homeschool Hub
Tuesday, April 18th, 2023
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 How Seeds Move. Register for this event online.
- What the Tech!
Tuesday, April 18th, 2023
2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
In-Person Event
REGISTRATION REQUIREDNeed help with technology? Come by the library every Tuesday at 2:00 p.m. where we will be going over computers and other technology basics. Register for this event online.
- Toddler Story Time
Wednesday, April 19th, 2023
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 all about Kitties! Siblings welcome. Register for this event online.
- Preschool Story Time
Wednesday, April 19th, 2023
11:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 3½ - 5 REGISTRATION REQUIREDCome for an enjoyable hour filled with amazing tales, exciting sing-alongs, finger plays, and a nifty craft! Kitties will be the theme of our stories, songs, and craft. Siblings welcome. Register for this event online.
- Pen & Prose
Wednesday, April 19th, 2023
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Hybrid Virtual/In-Person Event
REGISTRATION REQUIREDLove writing or looking to learn how? Come to our creative writing club! New and experienced writers welcome! This month, we'll be celebrating National Poetry Month by watching and reading some poetry, then practicing a series of essay styles. Register for this event online.
- GED Class
Thursday, April 20th, 2023
10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
In-Person EventSamuels Public Library is proud to host Laurel Ridge Community College's General Education Development course. This course is every Tuesday and Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (except on school holidays or closings) and is completely free. Let this course be the stepping stone to your success. More information on registration dates and deadlines can be found on Laurel Ridge's website - https://laurelridge.edu/adult-education.
- Music & Movement for Babies & Toddlers
Monday, April 24th, 2023
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.
- Job Development Help
Monday, April 24th, 2023
1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
In-Person EventNeed help navigating job opportunities? Come by Samuels Public Library's computer lab every Monday from 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. where the Warren County Department of Social Services will be here to help! Patrons can get aid in Job searching, resume building, career coaching, as well as education and training referrals.
- GED Class
Tuesday, April 25th, 2023
10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
In-Person EventSamuels Public Library is proud to host Laurel Ridge Community College's General Education Development course. This course is every Tuesday and Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (except on school holidays or closings) and is completely free. Let this course be the stepping stone to your success. More information on registration dates and deadlines can be found on Laurel Ridge's website - https://laurelridge.edu/adult-education.
- What the Tech!
Tuesday, April 25th, 2023
2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
In-Person Event
REGISTRATION REQUIREDNeed help with technology? Come by the library every Tuesday at 2:00 p.m. where we will be going over computers and other technology basics. Register for this event online.
- Science Scouts
Tuesday, April 25th, 2023
4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 6 - 11 REGISTRATION REQUIREDChildren will investigate a different STEM-related topic bi-weekly. This week’s theme is How Seeds Move. Register for this event online.
- Toddler Story Time
Wednesday, April 26th, 2023
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 all about Our River! Siblings welcome. Register for this event online.
- Read with the Sheriff Preschool Story Time
Wednesday, April 26th, 2023
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 Our River stories, exciting sing-alongs, finger plays, and a nifty craft! Siblings welcome. Register for this event online.
- GED Class
Thursday, April 27th, 2023
10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
In-Person EventSamuels Public Library is proud to host Laurel Ridge Community College's General Education Development course. This course is every Tuesday and Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (except on school holidays or closings) and is completely free. Let this course be the stepping stone to your success. More information on registration dates and deadlines can be found on Laurel Ridge's website - https://laurelridge.edu/adult-education.