Adult Programming

Tuesday, September 30th, 2025 
2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
In-Person Event
 REGISTRATION REQUIRED 

Need 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.

Wednesday, October 1st, 2025 
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
In-Person Event
 REGISTRATION REQUIRED 

Do you consider yourself a hopeless romantic? Are bad romances a guilty pleasure of yours? Then you should join us for Bad Romance, where Samuels Public Library will have a themed discussion for the romance genre every month. October’s theme is Campy! Indulge us with your favorite romance books, movies, music or other media related to the topic, and possibly discover a new treat in this awesome informal discussion! New members are always welcome! Register for this event online.

Friday, October 3rd, 2025 
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Event
 REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Explore laser cutting with a seasonal twist to create a wooden pumpkin using the Glowforge laser cutter. No carving required! This project is perfect for beginners and makers curious about laser technology. *Note: No food allowed in the studio and patrons between 13 - 17 must be accompanied by an adult. Register for this event online.

Saturday, October 4th, 2025 
2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
In-Person Event
 REGISTRATION REQUIRED 

A horror book club for people who should be afraid of the dark. This month’s titles: What Moves the Dead by T. Kingfisher, and A Haunting on the Hill by Elizabeth Hand. Register for this event online.

Tuesday, October 7th, 2025 
2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
In-Person Event
 REGISTRATION REQUIRED 

Need 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.

Wednesday, October 8th, 2025 
6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Off-Site Event | Warren Heritage Society, 101 Chester Street, Front Royal
 REGISTRATION REQUIRED 

Join the Genealogy Club for an off-site session at the Warren Heritage Society for a hands-on research experience. We’ll meet at the WHS archive, where staff will introduce participants to the resources available for tracing local family history. Come prepared with local names/dates/events of interest as we search through the Warren County archive. Register for this event online.

Thursday, October 9th, 2025 
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
In-Person Event
 REGISTRATION REQUIRED 

Discover how to choose a drug plan, understand formularies, and manage out-of-pocket costs. Presented by Seniors First VICAP. Questions? Call VICAP at 540.635.7141 or visit seniorsfirst.info. Register for this event online.

Thursday, October 9th, 2025
6:00 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.
In-Person Event
 REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Do 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: Hauntings. Register for this event online.

Saturday, October 11th, 2025 
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
In-Person Event
 REGISTRATION REQUIRED 

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! Bring your own knitting, crochet, weaving, or other project to Studio 330 every Saturday afternoon. Note: No food or drinks allowed in the studio and patrons between 13 -17 must be accompanied by an adult. Register for this event online.

Monday, October 13th, 2025 
6:00 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.
In-Person Event

Join special guests Tava and Robbie, who will be highlighting the history of the Blue Ball Inn! The Blue Ball Inn is a historic haunted house in Winchester that has a real archeological dig happening.

The history of the Inn will be discussed during the program, as well as a presentation about the ghostly occurrences that have taken place. Get ready to be delighted by the haunted happenings taking place right in our area!

Wednesday, October 15th, 2025 
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Event

Samuels Public Library is proud to host Laurel Ridge Community College's General Education Development course. This course is completely free. Let this course be the stepping stone to your success. More information on registration dates and deadlines can be found on the LRCC website - https://laurelridge.edu/adult-education.

Thursday, October 16th, 2025 
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Event
 REGISTRATION REQUIRED 

Join us for Hand Embroidery Stitchers every Thursday morning! Bring your own needlework project to work on for a morning of crafting and socializing. Register for this event online.

Saturday, October 18th, 2025 
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
In-Person Event
 REGISTRATION REQUIRED 

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! Bring your own knitting, crochet, weaving, or other project to Studio 330 every Saturday afternoon. Note: No food or drinks allowed in the studio and patrons between 13 -17 must be accompanied by an adult. Register for this event online.

Tuesday, October 21st, 2025 
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
In-Person Event

Serving 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.

Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025 
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Event

Samuels Public Library is proud to host Laurel Ridge Community College's General Education Development course. This course is completely free. Let this course be the stepping stone to your success. More information on registration dates and deadlines can be found on the LRCC website - https://laurelridge.edu/adult-education.

Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025 
5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
In-Person Event
 REGISTRATION REQUIRED 

New to sewing? Sewing 101 is the perfect introduction for beginners to get comfortable with a sewing machine using our SINGER® Heavy Duty 4411 Sewing Machine. Learn how to thread, wind a bobbin, use an owner’s manual, and identify key machine components. We will create a simple project using basic stitches that you can take home with you. Register for this event online. Note: No food allowed in the studio and patrons between 13 - 17 must be accompanied by an adult.

Saturday, October 25th, 2025 
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Event
 REGISTRATION REQUIRED 

Get ready to be spooked! Join us for a local author panel focusing on the horror genre. Authors include:

• Natalie Naudus: audiobook narrator and author of Gay the Pray Away
• LB Stimson: author of The Haunting of Noyo Bay, and more
• MJ Huntsgood: author of The Truth the Dead Know, and more
• Vesper Doom: author of The Binding of Bloom Mountain

Register for this event online.

Monday, October 27th, 2025 
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Event

Samuels Public Library is proud to host Laurel Ridge Community College's General Education Development course. This course is completely free. Let this course be the stepping stone to your success. More information on registration dates and deadlines can be found on the LRCC website - https://laurelridge.edu/adult-education.

Wednesday, October 29th, 2025 
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Event

Samuels Public Library is proud to host Laurel Ridge Community College's General Education Development course. This course is completely free. Let this course be the stepping stone to your success. More information on registration dates and deadlines can be found on the LRCC website - https://laurelridge.edu/adult-education.