Adult Programming

  • GED Class

    Tuesday, February 18th, 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.

  • Phoenix Project - Hope for New Beginnings

    Tuesday, February 18th, 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 in White Meeting Room A.

  • What the Tech!

    Tuesday, February 18th, 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.

  • A.R.E. Inc. Free STI Testing

    Wednesday, February 19th, 2025 
    1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
    In-Person Event


    Did 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.

  • Studio 330: Sewing 101 Part 1

    Wednesday, February 19th, 2025 
    5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
    In-Person Event
     REGISTRATION REQUIRED 


    New to sewing? This two-part workshop will introduce you to the very basics of using a sewing machine to create a simple project. Register for this event online. Note: Part 2 will be held on February 26th.

  • GED Class

    Thursday, February 20th, 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.

  • Studio 330: Embroidery Club

    Thursday, February 20th, 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.

  • Studio 330: String Theory

    Saturday, February 22nd, 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.

  • GED Class

    Tuesday, February 25th, 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.

  • What the Tech!

    Tuesday, February 25th, 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.

  • Studio 330: Sewing 101 Part 2

    Wednesday, February 26th, 2025 
    5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
    In-Person Event
     REGISTRATION REQUIRED 


    New to sewing? This two-part workshop will introduce you to the very basics of using a sewing machine to create a simple project. Register for this event online. Note: Need to have attended Part 1 to participate.

  • Author Presentation: “Southern Girls Always Survive” with Author Rocky Yost

    Wednesday, February 26th, 2025 
    6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
    In-Person Event
     REGISTRATION REQUIRED 


    Join author Rocky Yost in a discussion of his debut novel, Southern Girls Always Survive, a women's crime fiction tale about survival, persistence, and self-determination. Register for this event online.

  • GED Class

    Thursday, February 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.

  • Studio 330: Embroidery Club

    Thursday, February 27th, 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.

  • Studio 330: String Theory

    Saturday, March 1st, 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.

  • GED Class

    Tuesday, March 4th, 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.

  • Studio 330: Learning to Machine Bind Quilts

    Tuesday, March 4th, 2025 
    10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
    In-Person Event
     REGISTRATION REQUIRED 


    Learn techniques for machine binding a quilt in this Studio 330 workshop! For this class, participants must bring with them a smaller quilted piece (as compared to a huge, full-sized quilt) that is ready for binding to use to learn techniques to fully bind a quilted piece, and either fabric to be cut for the binding in the class, or pre-cut 2-1/2" strips enough for the binding. Additionally, please bring whatever thread you want to use to top stitch the binding and a bobbin for whatever you want the bottom stitch color to be. Thread is available in Studio 330, but it may not be the color(s) you want to use. There are sewing machines and tools available for use in Studio 330, but participants may bring their own machine if they would like. Participants can also bring their own sewing tools (pins, scissors, etc.) if desired. Note: Please plan to arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the start of the class. No food or drinks are allowed in Studio 330 and patrons between 13 - 17 must be accompanied by an adult. Register for this event online.

  • What the Tech!

    Tuesday, March 4th, 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.

  • Studio 330: Sewing 201 Hemming

    Wednesday, March 5th, 2024 
    5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
    In-Person Event
     REGISTRATION REQUIRED 


    Have the basics of sewing under your belt? This workshop will introduce you to hemming using a sewing machine. Bring your project to learn hemming techniques for pants, skirts, or other hemmed material. Note: Must have completed Sewing 101 or have a basic working knowledge of using a sewing machine. Register for this event online.

  • Bad Romance

    Wednesday, March 5th, 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. The theme for the month of March is Ireland! 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.

  • GED Class

    Thursday, March 6th, 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.

  • Studio 330: Embroidery Club

    Thursday, March 6th, 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.

  • Job Fair

    Thursday, March 6th, 2025 
    1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
    In-Person Event


    Come prepared to meet employers looking for people to hire! Need help reviewing your resume beforehand? Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.! Any questions? Contact 540.678.7079 Option 8.

  • Global Day of Unplugging

    Saturday, March 8th, 2025
    10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
    In-Person Event


    Join us for a day to disconnect from technology and reconnect with the people and places around you! Come to Studio 330 and play with paper crafts, journaling, cardmaking, origami, or other artistic expressions. Join the Fiber Arts Club from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. to explore knitting, crochet, or weaving. Bring your own supplies or use ours!

  • Studio 330: String Theory

    Saturday, March 8th, 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.

  • GED Class

    Tuesday, March 11th, 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.

  • What the Tech!

    Tuesday, March 11th, 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.

  • Studio 330: Genealogy Club

    Wednesday, March 12th, 2025 
    6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
    In-Person Event
     REGISTRATION REQUIRED 


    Join us in preserving old family recipes by digitizing them using our Epson Expression 13000XL Archival Scanner! We will also be using this as a time to do genealogy research (laptops are provided). Make sure to come so you can also use our preservation resources such as VHS, VHS C, audio cassette, 8mm, and super 8 digitization equipment offered in Studio 330! Register for this event online.

  • GED Class

    Thursday, March 13th, 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.

  • Studio 330: Embroidery Club

    Thursday, March 13th, 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.

  • Books & Beyond

    Thursday, March 13th, 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 MYTHOLOGY: traditional or modern retelling of what shaped cultures and history. Register for this event online.

  • Studio 330: String Theory

    Saturday, March 15th, 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.

  • GED Class

    Tuesday, March 18th, 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.

  • Phoenix Project - Hope for New Beginnings

    Tuesday, March 18th, 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.

  • What the Tech!

    Tuesday, March 18th, 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.

  • Studio 330: Sewing 101 Part 1

    Wednesday, March 19th, 2025 
    5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
    In-Person Event
     REGISTRATION REQUIRED 


    New to sewing? This two-part workshop will introduce you to the very basics of using a sewing machine to create a simple project. Register for this event online. Note: Part 2 will be held on March 26th.

  • GED Class

    Thursday, March 20th, 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.

  • Studio 330: Embroidery Club

    Thursday, March 20th, 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.

  • Studio 330 Craft Swap

    Saturday, March 22nd, 2025 
    10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
    In-Person Event


    10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.: Early access for those who donated during the month of February.

    12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.: Open to everyone - come shop our stash for free!

    Refresh your Craft Stash with new finds! We've been collecting craft supply donations all February, and now it's time to share the crafting creativity! Discover a variety of crafting supplies and find creativity for your next project. Stop in Studio 330 and check out all our equipment to put your creative inspiration to work!

  • Gaeilge! The Irish Language: The First Lesson

    Saturday, March 22nd, 2025 
    2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
    In-Person Event
     REGISTRATION REQUIRED


    Take an introductory lesson on the Irish language taught by author Connie Marshner. All ages welcome! Register for this event online.

  • Studio 330: String Theory

    Saturday, March 22nd, 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.

  • GED Class

    Tuesday, March 25th, 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.

  • What the Tech!

    Tuesday, March 25th, 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.

  • Studio 330: Sewing 101 Part 2

    Wednesday, March 26th, 2025 
    5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
    In-Person Event
     REGISTRATION REQUIRED 


    New to sewing? This two-part workshop will introduce you to the very basics of using a sewing machine to create a simple project. Register for this event online. Note: Need to have attended Part 1 to participate.

  • GED Class

    Thursday, March 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.

  • Studio 330: Embroidery Club

    Thursday, March 27th, 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.

  • Studio 330: String Theory

    Saturday, March 29th, 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.