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grandmother and grandfather with a book

Grand Story Time

Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Play Area in Children’s Dept. at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Literacy, Story Times
Age Group:
Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary Age Children

Calling all toddlers and preschoolers (ages 2–6) and their grown-ups! Join us for a magical time of storytelling with "grandparents",  nursery rhymes, and a creative craft to take home. 

Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: Play Area in Children’s Dept.
Age Group: Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary Age Children
Program Type: Crafts, Literacy, Story Times
Description:

Calling all toddlers and preschoolers (ages 2–6) and their grown-ups! Join us for a magical time of storytelling with "grandparents",  nursery rhymes, and a creative craft to take home. 

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Background view of Studio 330

Studio 330: Walk-In Hours

Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Studio 330 at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Come tour Studio 330 or bring your project to work on. Walk-In hours are provided on a first come, first serve basis Thursdays 12-4pm.

Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: Studio 330
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts
Description:

Come tour Studio 330 or bring your project to work on. Walk-In hours are provided on a first come, first serve basis Thursdays 12-4pm.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Resume Workshop with Virginia Career Works

Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
White Meeting Room B at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Welcome to the Resume Workshop, presented by Virginia Career Works! Join us at 1:00 PM for an informative session on crafting the perfect resume.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshops
Registration Required
Description:

Welcome to the Resume Workshop, presented by Virginia Career Works! Join us at 1:00 PM for an informative session on crafting the perfect resume.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Job Fair

Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Come prepared to meet employers looking for people to hire! Need help reviewing your resume beforehand? Email winchester@virginiaworks.gov!

Any questions? Contact 540-678-7079 Option 8

Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshops
Description:

Come prepared to meet employers looking for people to hire! Need help reviewing your resume beforehand? Email winchester@virginiaworks.gov!

Any questions? Contact 540-678-7079 Option 8

This event is in the "Adults" group

Love and Logic: Parenting With Empathy Session 3

Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
White Meeting Room B at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Education
Age Group:
Adults

Warren County Social Services partners with Samuels Public Library to present Love and Logic, equipping young people with character, compassion and problem solving skills.  

Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Education
Description:

Warren County Social Services partners with Samuels Public Library to present Love and Logic, equipping young people with character, compassion and problem solving skills.  

This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group

Toddler Trails: Weather Wizards

Friday, August 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Crafts, Education, Literacy, Story Times, Workshops
Age Group:
Toddlers, Preschoolers

Curious about the weather?  Join us for a fun-filled day with Warren County Parks & Rec! Explore the basics of wind, temperature, shadows, and clouds on a mini hike, then get creative with weather-themed crafts. 

Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Crafts, Education, Literacy, Story Times, Workshops
Registration Required
Description:

Curious about the weather?  Join us for a fun-filled day with Warren County Parks & Rec! Explore the basics of wind, temperature, shadows, and clouds on a mini hike, then get creative with weather-themed crafts. 

This event is in the "Elementary Age Children" group

National Smores Contest

Saturday, August 8, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Education, Health & Wellness, Literacy, Workshops
Age Group:
Elementary Age Children

Join the Shenandoah River State Park rangers for a fun-filled s’mores workshop—learn the secrets to the perfect s’more, then craft your own unique creation to be judged by both librarians and rangers.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room A
Age Group: Elementary Age Children
Program Type: Education, Health & Wellness, Literacy, Workshops
Registration Required
Description:

Join the Shenandoah River State Park rangers for a fun-filled s’mores workshop—learn the secrets to the perfect s’more, then craft your own unique creation to be judged by both librarians and rangers.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Image of old letters and handwriting.

Studio 330: Personal Archives Series

Saturday, August 8, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Studio 330 at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Discussion Groups, Education, Workshops
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

In Person: Discover practical, beginner-friendly ways to organize, preserve, and make accessible your photos, documents, videos, and memorabilia during our monthly Personal Archiving Series.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: Studio 330
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Discussion Groups, Education, Workshops
Registration Required
Description:

In Person: Discover practical, beginner-friendly ways to organize, preserve, and make accessible your photos, documents, videos, and memorabilia during our monthly Personal Archiving Series.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Crocheting, knitting, and weaving images.

String Theory- A Fiber Arts Club

Saturday, August 8, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Studio 330 at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Welcome to a fiber arts community for experienced, novice, or first-time artists 13 and up looking to meet other artists, relax, and/or share their expertise!

Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: Studio 330
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts
Description:

Welcome to a fiber arts community for experienced, novice, or first-time artists 13 and up looking to meet other artists, relax, and/or share their expertise!

This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
giraffe dancing on yoga  mat

Music & Movement: Babies

Monday, August 10, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Literacy, Live Performances
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers

Join us for a joyful music and movement session designed just for babies!  Watch your little one giggle, groove, and learn to follow directions through fun songs and simple dance moves. Perfect for early development and bonding time!

Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room A
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Literacy, Live Performances
Description:

Join us for a joyful music and movement session designed just for babies!  Watch your little one giggle, groove, and learn to follow directions through fun songs and simple dance moves. Perfect for early development and bonding time!

This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group
frog and monkey dancing on yoga mat

Music & Movement: Preschool

Monday, August 10, 2026 at 11:15am - 11:45am
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Literacy, Live Performances
Age Group:
Toddlers, Preschoolers

Join us for a joyful music and movement session designed just for toddlers and preschoolers! Watch your little one giggle, groove, and learn to follow directions through fun songs and simple dance moves. 

Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room A
Age Group: Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Literacy, Live Performances
Description:

Join us for a joyful music and movement session designed just for toddlers and preschoolers! Watch your little one giggle, groove, and learn to follow directions through fun songs and simple dance moves. 

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Image of a family tree.

Genealogy Club

Monday, August 10, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Studio 330 at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Discussion Groups, Education
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

In Person: Interested in your family's history? Already done extensive research and want to be able to share your finds?

Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: Studio 330
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Discussion Groups, Education
Description:

In Person: Interested in your family's history? Already done extensive research and want to be able to share your finds?

SPL Strategic Planning Committee Meeting

Monday, August 10, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Baxter-Bowling Conference Room at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Library Meetings
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: Baxter-Bowling Conference Room
Program Type: Library Meetings
This event is in the "Adults" group
A computer on a bright yellow background

What the Tech!

Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Studio 330 at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Education, S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math), Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

In-Person. Need help with technology? Come by the library every Tuesday at 2:00 PM Where we will be going over computers and other technology basics. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: Studio 330
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Education, S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math), Workshops
Registration Required
Description:

In-Person. Need help with technology? Come by the library every Tuesday at 2:00 PM Where we will be going over computers and other technology basics. 

This event is in the "Elementary Age Children" group

Pioneer Pens Workshop

Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Education, Literacy, Workshops
Age Group:
Elementary Age Children

Step back in time and celebrate America’s 250th birthday with us!  Craft your own feather quill and ink pot, then try your hand at writing just like the pioneers did. Experience history in a hands-on way—fun for all ages!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room A
Age Group: Elementary Age Children
Program Type: Crafts, Education, Literacy, Workshops
Registration Required
Description:

Step back in time and celebrate America’s 250th birthday with us!  Craft your own feather quill and ink pot, then try your hand at writing just like the pioneers did. Experience history in a hands-on way—fun for all ages!

This event is in the "Toddlers" group
red hair baby holding book

Toddler Story Time

Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Education, Literacy, Story Times
Age Group:
Toddlers

Join us for a delightful morning of stories, songs, and crafts designed just for little ones! 

Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room A
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Crafts, Education, Literacy, Story Times
Description:

Join us for a delightful morning of stories, songs, and crafts designed just for little ones! 

This event is in the "Preschoolers" group
boy and girl reading a book

Preschool Story Time

Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Literacy, Story Times
Age Group:
Preschoolers

Calling all preschoolers (ages 3½–5) and their grown-ups! Join us for a magical hour of storytelling, lively sing-alongs, playful finger games, and a creative craft to take home. 

Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room A
Age Group: Preschoolers
Program Type: Crafts, Literacy, Story Times
Description:

Calling all preschoolers (ages 3½–5) and their grown-ups! Join us for a magical hour of storytelling, lively sing-alongs, playful finger games, and a creative craft to take home. 

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Embroidery Supplies

Studio 330: Embroidery Club

Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Studio 330 at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join hand embroidery stitchers every Thursday for a morning of stitching and socializing. Bring your own project or gain some knowledge from the community to get started. 

Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: Studio 330
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts
Description:

Join hand embroidery stitchers every Thursday for a morning of stitching and socializing. Bring your own project or gain some knowledge from the community to get started. 

This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group
This event is in the "Elementary Age Children" group
grandmother and grandfather with a book

Grand Story Time

Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Play Area in Children’s Dept. at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Literacy, Story Times
Age Group:
Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary Age Children

Calling all toddlers and preschoolers (ages 2–6) and their grown-ups! Join us for a magical time of storytelling with "grandparents",  nursery rhymes, and a creative craft to take home. 

Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: Play Area in Children’s Dept.
Age Group: Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary Age Children
Program Type: Crafts, Literacy, Story Times
Description:

Calling all toddlers and preschoolers (ages 2–6) and their grown-ups! Join us for a magical time of storytelling with "grandparents",  nursery rhymes, and a creative craft to take home. 

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Background view of Studio 330

Studio 330: Walk-In Hours

Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Studio 330 at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Come tour Studio 330 or bring your project to work on. Walk-In hours are provided on a first come, first serve basis Thursdays 12-4pm.

Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: Studio 330
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts
Description:

Come tour Studio 330 or bring your project to work on. Walk-In hours are provided on a first come, first serve basis Thursdays 12-4pm.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Love and Logic: Parenting With Empathy Session 3

Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
White Meeting Room B at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Education
Age Group:
Adults

Warren County Social Services partners with Samuels Public Library to present Love and Logic, equipping young people with character, compassion and problem solving skills.  

Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Education
Description:

Warren County Social Services partners with Samuels Public Library to present Love and Logic, equipping young people with character, compassion and problem solving skills.  

This event is in the "Adults" group
Book worm being beamed up by a UFO

Books & Beyond Book Club

Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Baxter-Bowling Conference Room at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Discussion Groups
Age Group:
Adults

Do you love books and TV shows? Or wonder if the book is better than the movie? Join us to delve into new worlds of conversation about various media at your community's public library!

August's theme is "Animal Main Character"

Registration Required
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: Baxter-Bowling Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion Groups
Registration Required
Description:

Do you love books and TV shows? Or wonder if the book is better than the movie? Join us to delve into new worlds of conversation about various media at your community's public library!

August's theme is "Animal Main Character"

This event is in the "Preschoolers" group

Master Gardeners: Breadbasket of War for Wee Ones

Friday, August 14, 2026 at 3:00pm - 3:45pm
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Education, Literacy, Workshops
Age Group:
Preschoolers

Ever wondered how soldiers were fed before refrigerators?  Who grew and prepared their meals, and what foods kept them going? Discover the vital role the Shenandoah Valley played in feeding our nation!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room A
Age Group: Preschoolers
Program Type: Crafts, Education, Literacy, Workshops
Registration Required
Description:

Ever wondered how soldiers were fed before refrigerators?  Who grew and prepared their meals, and what foods kept them going? Discover the vital role the Shenandoah Valley played in feeding our nation!

This event is in the "Elementary Age Children" group

Master Gardeners: Breadbasket of War Green Thumbs

Friday, August 14, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Education, Literacy, Workshops
Age Group:
Elementary Age Children

Ever wondered how soldiers were fed before refrigerators?  Who grew and prepared their meals, and what foods kept them going? Discover the vital role the Shenandoah Valley played in feeding our nation!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room A
Age Group: Elementary Age Children
Program Type: Crafts, Education, Literacy, Workshops
Registration Required
Description:

Ever wondered how soldiers were fed before refrigerators?  Who grew and prepared their meals, and what foods kept them going? Discover the vital role the Shenandoah Valley played in feeding our nation!