Local library events
Storytimes and kids' library events near Bolivar-Harpers Ferry Public Library from the public library calendar.
151 Polk Street, Harpers Ferry, West Virginia 25425, United States
Upcoming events
11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
BHFPL, 151 Polk St., Harpers Ferry, WV, 25425, United States
Ages 6-11 Registration required Sign-up Beginning Monday, June 1 at 10am Attention future engineers! Come build bridges with us. Participants will be given a bin of random Lego bricks and tasked with spanning a “river”. Weight will be added for additional challenge. We will discuss; span, pillar, piling, tensile strength. Look at examples of bridge types and discuss water transport easement.
6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Book Club @ 6:00 pm Join us for a lively discussion about, Sipsworth by Simon Van Booy, Thursday, 7/9/26 @ 6:00 pm. Our book club takes a meal together at 6:00 and begins a book discussion after dinner. Please bring a dish to share. Summary of Sipsworth: an elderly widow, Helen Cartwright, who returns to her childhood English village after losing her husband and son, intending to live out her final days quietly until she unexpectedly finds a new purpose through a pet mouse she names Sipsworth, leading to renewed connections and a surprising second chance at life, exploring themes of loneliness, aging, and the unexpected sources of joy and friendship.
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Harpers Ferry Stitchers @ 10:00 Free Program! Harpers Ferry Stitchers meet 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of every month from 10-12 Bring any stitch project you are working on and join the group. Come join the fun!
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
BHFPL, 151 Polk St., Harpers Ferry, WV, 25425, United States
Ages 3yrs+ with adult participation. This 45-minute program features longer books and a corresponding craft. *Registration Required*
1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
BHFPL, 151 Polk St., Harpers Ferry, WV, 25425, United States
Ages 10-13 Registration Required | Sign-up Beginning Monday, June 1 at 10am
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Monday is chair yoga day!
10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
BHFPL, 151 Polk St., Harpers Ferry, WV, 25425, United States
This 30-minute program includes stories, rhymes, songs, bubbles, and free play. This program requires caregiver participation, please plan to sit on the floor and help guide your child through activities. *No sign-up required*
11:00 AM to 12:30 PM
What Color Looks Best On You? Tuesday, July 14, 2026 @ 11:00 AM Join in a color analysis where the class will look at different color swatches and find your best colors. Do not wear makeup, pull your hair back, and wear a solid color top. Must be 18+ and registered to participate.This is a free program Starting May 19th nine grown up events will require a drawing to attend. Place your name and phone number in the event boxes (one entry per box), if you would like to attend these events. I will draw names for Color Analysis June 15, 2026 and we will call / text you if your name is drawn.
12:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Free program, all are welcome! Knit and Crochet for Charity, 12-2:00 PM Second and fourth Tuesday of this month. Questions? contact ann_rowe@yahoo.com
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Harpers Ferry Stitchers @ 10:00 Free Program! Harpers Ferry Stitchers meet 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of every month from 10-12 Bring any stitch project you are working on and join the group. Come join the fun!
2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
BHFPL, 151 Polk St., Harpers Ferry, WV, 25425, United States
Ages 10+ Registration Required | Space is Limited Sign-up Beginning Monday, June 1 at 10am Do you like surprises? Do you like to build stuff? Join us to build a holiday mystery STEM kit.
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
BHFPL, 151 Polk St., Harpers Ferry, WV, 25425, United States
Ages 3yrs+ with adult participation. This 45-minute program features longer books and a corresponding craft. *Registration Required*
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Bingo with Miss Velma Friday, July 17 @ 6:00 PM Dinner will be provided We will play 10 Bingo games with fabulous Prizes! Must be 18+ to participate, this is a free program starting May 19th nine grown up events will require a drawing to attend. Place your name and phone number in the event boxes (one entry per box), if you would like to attend these events. I will draw names for Bingo June 15, 2026 and we will call/ text you if your name is drawn.
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
BHFPL, 151 Polk St., Harpers Ferry, WV, 25425, United States
Ages 8-12yrs Registration Required This is a club for kids who love to read and then discuss their books. Meetings involve a discussion of the assigned title and and corresponding activity. Meeting time averages 1 hour June Book Selection: Escape from Mr. Lemoncello’s Library by Chris Grabenstein BHFPL Catalogue Link for Escape from Mr. Lemoncello’s Library July Book Selection: The Secret Zoo by Bryan Chick BHFPL Catalogue Link for The Secret Zoo
1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
BHFPL, 151 Polk St., Harpers Ferry, WV, 25425, United States
Ages 13-17 Registration Required Join a group of teens to discuss your latest reads, share book recommendations, and connect with fellow book lovers.
1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
BHFPL, 151 Polk St., Harpers Ferry, WV, 25425, United States
Ages 13-17 Registration Required Join a group of teens to discuss your latest reads, share book recommendations, and connect with fellow book lovers.
1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
BHFPL, 151 Polk St., Harpers Ferry, WV, 25425, United States
Ages 10-13 Registration Required | Sign-up Beginning Monday, June 1 at 10am
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Monday is chair yoga day!
10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
BHFPL, 151 Polk St., Harpers Ferry, WV, 25425, United States
This 30-minute program includes stories, rhymes, songs, bubbles, and free play. This program requires caregiver participation, please plan to sit on the floor and help guide your child through activities. *No sign-up required*
1:00 PM to 3:30 PM
Flower Arranging with Miss Pam Wednesday ,July 22 @ 1:00 PM Miss Pam from Depot Florist will teach us to arrange a summer bouquiet you will be able to take home. Must be 18+ to participate, this is a free program starting May 19th nine grown up events will require a drawing to attend. Place your name and phone number in the event boxes (one entry per box), if you would like to attend these events. I will draw names for Flower Arranging June 15, 2026 and we will call / text you if your name is drawn.
3:00 PM to 5:00 PM
BHFPL, 151 Polk St., Harpers Ferry, WV, 25425, United States
All Ages Welcome Register for Reminder beginning Monday, June 1 at 10am Channel you inner Fancy Nancy or your inner Roar and come have tea(juice) with us. You are cordially invited to an afternoon Tea Rex Party at Bolivar Harpers Ferry Public Library. Tea will be served at 3pm followed by a story and craft. Carriages at 5pm
5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Harpers Ferry Stitchers @ 5:00 Free program 5-7 pm Bring any stitch project you are working on and join the group. Come join the fun!
10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
BHFPL, 151 Polk St., Harpers Ferry, WV, 25425, United States
Ages 13-17 Registration Required Sign-up Beginning Monday, June 1 at 10am
1:00 PM to 2:30 PM
Jane Austen Book Club @ 1:00 pm We will discuss “Persuasion” This is a closed membership book club