At Your Library Fall 2016

Your FREE guide to the Central Rappahannock Regional Library

FALL 2016

September|October|November

Back to School PAGE 5

4Zinio eMagazines 4Voting for All Ages 4Curriculum Connections 4Harvest the Bounty 4Jumpstart Read for the Record

Halloween PAGE 9

Get Organized PAGE 28

CLASSES, EVENTS, WORKSHOPS, AND SERVICES AT THE CENTRAL RAPPAHANNOCK REGIONAL LIBRARY

table of contents FALL 2016 n SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER/NOVEMBER

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Back to School

Halloween Fun

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Curriculum Connections

Harvest the Bounty

For students and parents

Spooky stories and crafts for all ages

For classroom, homeschool, anywhere

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On the cover:

Get Organized

See page 19.

Celebrate Teen Read Week with local band Interrabang at the much-anticipated After Parties at Salem Church and England Run Branches.

Classes, books, and apps to keep on track 1

Healthy, fresh, seasonal recipes

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features Welcome .......................................... 3

classes & events Great Stuff for All Ages ..............7

Strategic plans and many exciting changes

Learning, discovery, and enrichment

Behind the Scenes ......................... 4

Movies ........................................22

On the Web ....................................11

children

A well-supplied library works Get ready for the election

Being Mobile ..................................11 Speedy downloads with the CRRL mobile app

eMagazines ...................................12 For every interest, through Zinio

Hold Alerts .....................................12 Receive an email when your item is ready

From classics to musicals to family favorites

Grow a Reader .......................... 13 Educational opportunities for preschool kids

After Hours ................................ 15

Evening and weekend schedules

Kids Learn and Grow ............... 16 Classes and programs for kids in grades K–6

STEM ......................................... 17 Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math

Local, famous guests pick favorite reads

teens

Friends of the Library .................. 29

Learning and fun, just for teens in grades 6–12

Partner Spotlight ...........................17

Annual Meeting, featuring Ronnie Sidney

Library Branch Map .................... 30 Locations, hours, and contact info

Book Lists

Recommendations from expert librarians Road Food for Commuters ..............................4 Voting (Preschool) .......................................... 14 Voting and Elections (School Age) ...............16 Getting Organized for School (Teens) .........20 Cook It: Healthy, Fresh, Organic .................21

Teen Place .................................. 19

adults

For Adults ...................................23 Learn, connect, and relax

Local Writers .............................25 Workshops, challenges, and inspiration

Book Groups ..............................26 At your local branch and in the community

Crafts..........................................27 Share your creations, learn new skills BRANCH KEY

Thanks to the Friends of the Library for supporting the production of is printed on recycled paper with soy-based ink by a Forest Stewardship Council-certified printer.

n Headquarters n England Run n Porter n Salem Church

n Snow n Cooper n Montross n Newton

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welcome

MARTHA HUTZEL n DIRECTOR

As the weather cools and the leaves turn vibrant colors, it’s time to “Ready, Set, Organize!” It takes a lot of work to maintain a busy household and juggle everything from going to bed and getting up earlier, completing homework, feeding children around their club and sporting activities, to paying bills and keeping things tidy. Of course, businesses face their own unique challenges in maintaining productive organization. The library is here to help you make order out of chaos with special classes, books, and app recommendations on page 28.

We make running errands easy by offering so much in one location: homework help, DVDs, books, and computers. You can also save time by downloading eBooks and eAudios; and our eMagazines app, Zinio, is now easier to use than ever! See pages 11-12 for details.

Fall brings family favorite holidays and opportunities for sharing food, crafts, and time together. See page 21 to “Harvest the Bounty” that the library offers.

While children and teens may be too young to vote on a national ballot, they can “Get Ready to Vote” by participating in our mock elections. We’ll have miniature voting booths at all of our branches so children and teens can choose between two favorite book characters. Don’t worry—adults can join the fun too!

November 10–11 be sure to visit the Headquarters Library Theater and tour The Museum of Valor’s exhibit “1916: The World Loses Its Innocence.” This special 2-day exhibit will open with a reception on Thursday, November 10, 7:00-8:00, and everyone’s invited. Details on page 7.

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Regular @ Your Library readers will notice a new feature; our movie offerings for all ages are combined for easy browsing on page 22, including our Best Film Directors Series and our family movie nights.

I am thrilled to announce that the CRRL has developed a new Strategic Plan to guide us into the future. For most adults, the 21st century library is very different from that of our childhoods and the plan will guide our mission and vision to better serve the needs of our community. Look for the plan to be posted on librarypoint.org and many thanks to everyone who took the time to complete a survey and attend a focus group. We couldn’t have done it without you!

Rebecca Purdy has been named the CRRL’s new Deputy Director. She began shelving books in the children’s room while she was a sophomore in high school and returned to the CRRL as a teen librarian after completing her master’s in library science. Many of you will recognize her from the Children’s Book Column that she wrote for The Free Lance-Star in her most recent position of Youth Services Coordinator.

The Headquarters Library teen room will open soon and include computRebecca Purdy ers, a collaboration area, a Deputy Director gaming center for STEM learning and decompression, and comfortable seating for homework or relaxation. The Porter Branch will soon be opening our third MakerLab in the system, joining those at England Run Branch and the Headquarters Library. Visit librarypoint.org for a complete schedule and drop in to see a 3D printer in action, use playdough to play a piano, or draw a map for miniature robots to follow.

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behind the scenes For 41 years, Lee has supported a wide range of library services through purchasing supplies, equipment, and special promotional items for every branch of the library.

How did you get involved with library service?

I started working in a library in third grade. By the end of high school I was working two class periods per day, even unpacking and checking in new books as directed by the school librarian, appropriately named Mrs. Booker.

What has been a favorite responsibility you have enjoyed?

I particularly like the part of my job description that says “Other Duties As Necessary.” I have loved offering cooking classes for our customers, or taking a selection of library materials out to a farmers’ market so that the library could be represented at another venue in the community.

What are your goals for the library’s future?

I believe that public libraries will continue to be relevant, and will function as community hubs where people seek information, use public computers, and borrow materials for education and enjoyment. I think that encouraging children and adults alike to use the library contributes to a better quality of life for all of us.

Lee Loudenslager Adams Purchasing Agent When you’re not at the library, what do you like to do?

I am a kayaker, fisherman, birder, traveler, gardener, spinner, weaver, knitter, and photographer. I help coordinate field trips for the Virginia Society of Ornithology, and am a member of the Virginia Avian Records Committee.

What is one of the best-kept secrets about the library that you wish people knew?

I wish more people realized that the library allows equal access to services without regard to how much money they have. I love Zinio for digital magazines, and eAudiobooks from OneClickdigital and OverDrive.

What are you reading/watching/ listening to now?

New Orleans Mourning by Julie Smith, The Bones of Paris by Laurie R. King, and Lie Down with the Devil

by Linda Barnes.

Commuter Corner With all the time you spend on the road, you’re likely to multitask and partake of a wee snack, or an entire meal, while cruising down the highway. How about pairing that breakfast burrito or afternoon milkshake with a foodie audiobook? We recommend these narrations, some with a dash of spice or a dollop of fun, and all guaranteed to please the literary connoisseur.

The Dinner Herman Koch audiobook

Dying for Chocolate Diane Mott Davidson eAudio

Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Café Fannie Flagg audiobook

Friendship Bread Darien Gee audiobook

The School of Essential Ingredients Erica Bauermeister audiobook

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Thanksgiving Janet Evanovich audiobook

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back to school

for students and parents

As your partners in education, the CRRL supports you and your students with their academic needs by providing homework help resources, expert researchers, and interactive learning opportunities.

For handy links and more resources, visit librarypoint.org/backtoschool

Online Tutoring at librarypoint.org

Literati Public Live Homework Help Grades 3-12 Monday–Thursday, 3–9 pm; Saturday 9 am–3 pm Tutoring in science, math, reading, and writing SAT prep

Ask a Librarian

There are so many ways to get homework help from your librarians!

Visit in person and ask our extensively trained staff for help with all of your homework needs.

Send us your questions or chat with a librarian 24/7: librarypoint.org/ask Or simply give us a call.

Are You a Teacher?

See page 18 for how the CRRL can help you make curriculum connections with your students.

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Go Beyond Google

See a complete list, including Biography in Context, National Geographic Kids, Research in Context, and more, at librarypoint.org/research.

We offer specialized research tools on a variety of subjects from reliable sources, including: Mango Languages Online language learning Testing & Education Reference Center Students strengthen academic and test-taking skills for AP, SAT, ASVAB, GED, and more.

Literature Resource Center Critical analyses of authors and their works

JSTOR Academic journal articles covering arts, history, humanities, science, medicine, and law Encyclopedia Britannica The classic encyclopedia enhanced with images, videos, magazine articles, primary sources, and recommended websites

Lifelong Learning Online Massive Open Online Classrooms (MOOCs)

Free, auditable, non-credit courses offered by some of the best colleges and universities Coursera—coursera.org edX—edx.org

Learning at Your Own Pace

Don’t have the time or means to stick with the schedule of a MOOC? Try these sites: Academic Earth—academicearth.com Khan Academy—khanacademy.org

Learn How to Code Code Academy—codeacademy.com An absolutely free resource to help you get familiarized with many of the most popular coding languages W3Schools— w3schools.com A web developer’s site, with tutorials and references on web development languages such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, SQL, and JQuery, covering most aspects of web programming

Other Online Learning Sources Open Culture—openculture.com Centralizes and curates high-quality cultural and educational media TED Talks—ted.com TED (Technology, Engineering, and Design) presents bold, new thought leadership from education radicals, tech geniuses, medical mavericks, business gurus, music legends, and other remarkable minds.

Support Services for Lifelong Learners Proctoring For online and paper-based exam takers by appointment Group Study Rooms Available at our England Run, Headquarters, Porter, Salem Church, and Snow branches by appointment Interlibrary Loan The CRRL owns over 700,000 items, but if we don’t have the book, article, DVD, CD, or microfilm you need, we may be able to borrow it from another library system in the U.S. Wi-Fi—Free at all branches!

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A Loosely Knit Group

n Salem Church, 1st Tuesdays, 6:30–8:30. A place for knitters of all ages and experiences to gather and share ideas.

HONOR ING

Donna Cote

Annual Hispanic Festival

n Headquarters, September 14, 5:30-7:30. Join us for the Portrait Unveiling Ceremony and presentation of the House Joint Resolution in honor of our beloved former Director of thirty-four years, Donna Cote.

Reception to follow.

n Headquarters, Monday, September 19, 6:00–7:30. Food, music, crafts, and a piñata. Co-sponsored by the Hispanic Association of Dahlgren.

The Language of Quilts

Stafford Piecemakers

Local Authors Reception

Quilt Guild Annual Show 2016

n Porter, Tuesday, November 15, 7:00–8:30. Mix and mingle in support of local authors! Refreshments will be served. Authors: please call 540-659-4909 or drop by the Research Desk to register.

Free Admission • Viewers’ Choice Awards Quilt Raffle • 100+ Quilts • Challenge Entries n Porter, Friday, October 21 10:00–5:00, Saturday, October 22 10:00–5:00, Sunday, October 23 1:00–5:00, Monday, October 24 10:00–6:00 Certified Quilt Appraiser on site, available for appointments. Visit staffordpiecemakers.com for more information about the Guild.

Headquarters:

September—Dwight Wardell October—Lynn Abbott November—Penny Parrish

This is a non-judged, non-juried show.

England Run:

September—Julio “Zorri” Berrios October—Brian Burgess November—Patricia Dudley, Ethan Dudley, & Jacob Dudley

Salem Church:

Museum Life Illuminated, by Lynn Abbott

September-October— Uniquely Spotsylvania Friday, September 9, 5:30-7:30, reception. A juried exhibit of works inspired by the scenes, sites, and people of Spotsylvania.

November—Jean Wilcox

Porter:

n Headquarters, Thursday, November 10, and Friday, November 11.

The Museum of Valor presents the exhibit: 1916: The World Loses Its Innocence.

Reception for Veterans

October—Carol Coffman

Additional listings and artist information: librarypoint.org/arts

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of Valor Exhibit

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n Headquarters, Thursday, November 10, 7:00–8:00.

The Museum of Valor invites all veterans to a reception in their honor.

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Open Hack Night with FredWorks

n Headquarters, Tuesday, September 6, 6:30–8:00 n England Run, Tuesday, October 4, 6:30–8:00 n Salem Church, Tuesday, November 1, 6:30–8:00 Join volunteers from local maker/hacker group FredWorks to have some fun and explore electronics, Arduinos, robotics, and other creative projects.

Bring your questions and your projects, or just stop in to see what we are up to!

Telescope Assembly Class

n Porter, Saturday, October 8, 7:00–8:30.

An open house in celebration of International Observe the Moon Night with refreshments provided by the Friends of the Library. See the Moon through amateur astronomer telescopes and participate in lunar-related activities including a 3-D printer, robotics toys, and a video booth!

n Porter, Saturday, October 1, 2:30–4:30. Watch the fun in our MakerLab as we assemble five Galileoscopes in preparation for our Meet the Moon event.

In partnership with the NASA Solar System Ambassador Volunteer Program and the Rappahannock Astronomy Club, and featuring displays on loan from the International Dark-Sky Association.

Learn about cool tech, experiment with cutting edge devices, and find the future at our MakerLabs, located at England Run, Headquarters, and Porter. Check librarypoint.org for schedule.

Chess and Go

n Porter, Thursdays, 6:30–8:30, except November 24. Drop in and play chess or Go.

n England Run, Tuesday, September 27, 7:00–8:00 n Salem Church, Saturday, October 1, 1:00–2:00 n Porter, Monday, October 17, 7:00–8:00 n Headquarters, Friday, October 21, 3:30–5:00 New games and fun for the whole family. Sponsored by Chalk N’ More.

Three-Chord Strum-along!

n England Run, Saturday, October 22, 3:00–4:00. Bring your guitar, ukelele, or other stringed instrument and join Lee, the singing librarian, for a 3-chord sing-along. We’ll go over a few chords and be playing songs– Sweet Home Alabama, Ring of Fire, Spirit in the Sky, and more– within 15 minutes! If you have a capo, bring that along, too.

Beginning musicians and families welcome. Sign up.

Thanksgiving Open House

Patawomeck Village n Salem Church, Saturday, November 12, 9:00–3:00. Celebrate Native American History Month with members of the Patawomeck tribe who will take you back in time. Walk into a longhouse, watch Indian-style open fire cooking, pound cornmeal, make music, and meet Pocahontas. Artifacts, crafts, games, and more activities will be indoors.

n Montross, Wednesday, November 23, 3:00–5:00 Refreshments served.

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halloween GROW A READER SPECIAL

FOR CHILDREN All the Lovely Bad Ones Mary Downing Hahn

Baba Yaga’s Assistant Marika McCoola Doll Bones Holly Black

n Headquarters, Tuesday, October 25, 10:30–11:15 n England Run, Wednesday, October 26, 10:00–10:30 and 11:00–11:30 n Porter, Friday, October 28, 9:30– 10:00, and 10:30–11:00 n Salem Church, Friday, October 28, 10:00–10:30 and 11:00–11:30 n Snow, Monday, October 31, 11:00–11:30 Stories, songs, and a costume parade!

Halloween Costume Swap

Fearsome Creatures of the Lumberwoods Hal Johnson Frankenstein: A Monstrous Parody Rick Walton

n Salem Church, Saturday, October 8, 10:00–11:00. Exchange your child’s gently used costume for one that’s new to you! Drop off your clean, intact, and stain-free costume at the children’s desk anytime September 23–October 7. For each costume donated, you will receive a swap voucher! Costumes remaining after the swap will be donated to Hope House.

Home Sweet Horror James Preller

Fabulous Friday: Monster Transformation

n Snow, Friday, October 14, 4:30–5:15.

Local actors Gene and Linda Nesbitt will transform your face into a monster!

Halloween Craft

n Montross, Thursday, October 20, 6:30.

Create a decorative Halloween craft with materials from nature.

Spooktacular Halloween

n Cooper, Thursday, October 27, 7:00– 8:00. Listen if you dare to tales that will chill and thrill you. A few spooky crafts to make as well.

Spooky Stories

n Salem Church, Monday, October 24, 7:00–8:00 n England Run, Tuesday, October 25, 7:00–8:00 n Porter, Tuesday, October 25, 7:00–8:00 n Snow, Tuesday, October 25, 7:00–8:00 n Headquarters, Monday, October 31, 7:00–8:00 Listen if you dare to tales that will chill and thrill you.

The Jumbies Tracey Baptiste

Halloween Howl

n Montross, Thursday, October 27, 6:30–7:30. Annual Halloween party with games, stories, costume judging, and scary food.

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The Complete Tales & Poems of Edgar Allan Poe Edgar Allan Poe

for Adults nEngland Run, Wednesday, October 26, 7:00–8:00 Come if you dare!

Join us around the (fake) campfire for hot chocolate and spooky stories from professional storyteller Judith Onesty of the Telltale Hearts!

Unleash your creativity with these online resources for free patterns, carving tips, and masterful examples:

The Ghosts of Fredericksburg and Nearby Environs L.B. Taylor In the Shadow of Blackbirds Cat Winters

An Inquiry into Love and Death Simone St. James

pumpkinpile.com Hundreds of free patterns, from celebrities to video games to the traditional

The Night Sister Jennifer McMahon

Shutter Courtney Alameda orangeandblackpumpkins.com More challenging patterns and a video tutorial

The Screaming Staircase Jonathan Stroud

pumpkincarving101.com Tons of tips, tricks, and the history of carving villafanestudios.com Inspiration and instruction from master carver Ray Villafane

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BEING MOBILE

on the web

Browsing your favorite magazine right from the palm of your hand is easy with the CRRL Mobile app.

eBooks & eAudio

check out & download

The Election is coming.

Learn more about the candidates and where to cast your November ballot on our Voting Answers page. Not sure if you are registered to vote? You can find out online. Not sure where to go on Election Day? We’ve got that covered, too. CRRL’s Voting Answers can direct you to information about the candidates, so you choose the ones who most nearly match your political views.

Visit Voting Answers at: librarypoint.org/voting_answers to keep up-to-date with your representatives and the laws that they are proposing.

Go to the eBooks & eAudio section.

Click on Zinio eMagazines to view magazines you can borrow.

Know the magazine you want? The best way to find it is to use the search box and put in the name and month.

Click on the magazine you want to download and choose “View Issue.”

Enter your library barcode and PIN, usually the last 4 digits of your phone number.

Your chosen magazine will then download onto your handheld.

How to get the CRRL Mobile app Download the CRRL Mobile app from your phone’s app store, use your phone’s web browser to go to crrl.boopsie.com for links to the download and more information, or scan this QR code.

Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram, and Flickr @crrlnews.

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eResources eMagazines

For more information about our Zinio offerings and to download as many magazines as you want to your computer or mobile device, visit us at:

librarypoint.org/ebooks

Get Ready to Vote

Ready, Set, Organize!

Want to be an informed voter?

Prepare yourself before the election by finding information at your library on the candidates and issues this fall.

Visit the library online to download top publications for articles on the election:

If it’s September, we’re highlighting our collections and online resources for anything and everything to help you manage your valuable time and get organized, whether at home or at work. What better way to declutter and save time and money than to check out an eMagazine chock full of tips on how to organize? Download one of these popular magazines from our Zinio for Libraries service:

• Better Homes and Gardens • DIY • Family Handyman • Good Housekeeping • House Beautiful • Martha Stewart Living

• The Atlantic • The Economist • Forbes • Mother Jones • Newsweek • The New Yorker

Harvest the Bounty November at the library is all about food. Need a quick recipe for turducken, or new ideas for Thanksgiving leftovers? We have over a dozen eMagazines devoted to food and drink, and you can check out all of them! CRRL customers check these out most often:

• Clean Eating • Cook’s Illustrated • Every Day with Rachael Ray • Food Network Magazine • Taste of Home • Vegetarian Times

Faster Hold Alerts Sign up at librarypoint.org/emailnotices to receive an email in place of a mailed paper notice when your hold is ready to be picked up.

Shopping on Amazon?

Make your purchase through Wowbrary and the library gets a monetary credit. Go to librarypoint.org/wowbrary and click on “Shop at Amazon”.

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grow a reader Educational opportunities for birth–age 5

Specially trained staff present stories, songs, and activities that lay the foundation your child needs to get ready to read. Drop in.

Ages 2 and under with a caregiver. n Salem Church, Mondays, except September 5, 10:00–10:15 n Porter, Tuesdays, except November 8 and 22, 9:30–9:45 n Headquarters, Tuesdays, except October 11, 18, and 25* 10:30– 10:45 n Headquarters, Wednesdays, except October 12 and 19, 9:30–9:45 n Snow, Wednesdays, except November 23, 10:30–10:45 n Porter, Thursdays, except September 1 and November 24, 10:30–10:45 n England Run, Fridays, except September 2 and 23, and November 18 and 25, 10:00–10:15

Ages 2–3 with a caregiver. n Salem Church, Mondays, except September 5, 11:00–11:20 n England Run, Tuesdays, except November 8, 10:00–10:20 n Porter, Tuesdays, except November 8 and 22, 10:30–10:50 n Snow, Tuesdays, except November 22, 10:30–10:50 n Headquarters, Wednesdays, except October 12 and 19, 10:30–10:50 n Salem Church, Thursdays, except September 1, October 13, November 24, 11:00–11:20 n Headquarters, Fridays, except September 2 and 23, October 14 and 21, and November 25, 9:30–9:50 n England Run, Fridays, except September 2 and 23, and November 18 and 25, 11:00–11:20

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Ages 2–5 with a caregiver. n Snow, Mondays, except September 5, October 31*, and November 21, 11:00–11:30 n Headquarters, Tuesdays, except October 11, 18, and 25*, 9:30–10:00 n England Run, Wednesdays, except October 26* and November 23, 10:00–10:30 and 11:00–11:30 n Porter, Fridays, except September 2 and 23, October 21 and 28*, November 25, 9:30–10:00 and 10:30–11:00 n Salem Church, Fridays, except September 2 and 23, October 28*, November 11 and 25, 10:00–10:30 and 11:00–11:30

* Special holiday-themed class will be held on these dates.

Ages 3–5 with a caregiver. n England Run, Tuesdays, except November 8, 11:00–11:30 n Porter, Thursdays, except September 1, and November 24, 9:30–10:00 n Salem Church, Thursdays, except September 1, October 13 and November 24, 10:00–10:30 n Headquarters, Fridays, except September 2 and 23, October 14 and 21, and November 25, 10:30–11:00

Children’s Fun

n Cooper, Thursdays, 4:00–5:00. Stories, games, and crafts. Sign up.

BRANCH KEY TO CLASSES & EVENTS n Headquarters n Snow n England Run n Cooper n Porter n Montross n Salem Church n Newton

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Children’s Hour

n Cooper, Fridays, 11:00– 12:00. Stories and activities.

Ages 2–5 with a caregiver.

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Amelia Bedelia’s First Vote

by Herman Parish

Duck for President

by Doreen Cronin

Grace for President

by Kelly DiPucchio

If I Ran for President by Catherine Stier

LaRue for Mayor: Letters From the Campaign Trail

by Mark Teague

Otto Runs for President

by Rosemary Wells

President Pennybaker

by Kate Feiffer

Today on Election Day by Catherine Stier

Vote

by Eileen Christelow

To Grow a Reader online, anytime, visit

librarypoint.org/growareader

• Letter Knowledge • Booklists • Learn & Play Rooms • Vocabulary • Reading and much more!

Grow a Reader Educator Workshop: Sing Me a Story

n Salem Church, Monday, September 26, 7:00-9:00. Promote early literacy by incorporating singing into your classroom routines. Participants earn two hours of credit for state licensing requirements. Sign-up begins September 1.

A Library Card It’s the key to lifelong education, a ticket to new opportunities and experiences, and an all-access pass to everything the CRRL has to offer.

How can you do without?

Come to any branch or visit

librarypoint.org/card For more classes and events for ages 0–5 see pages 9, 15, and 22.

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after hours

Evening and weekend classes and events to work with any schedule. All ages with a caregiver.

Specially trained staff present stories, songs, and activities that lay the foundation your child needs to get ready to read.

PAWS

for reading

All ages with a caregiver. n England Run, 1st Saturdays, 11:00–11:30 n Newton, 3rd Saturdays, 10:30–11:00 n Montross, Saturdays, 11:00–11:30 n Headquarters, September 17 and October 8, 1:30–2:00

All ages with a caregiver.

Pajamas welcome! n Salem Church, Tuesdays, except November 8 and 22*, 7:00–7:30 n Porter, Wednesdays, except November 16*, November 23, 7:00–7:30 n Cooper, 4th Thursdays, 7:00–7:30 n Montross, 2nd Tuesdays, 6:30-7:00

Grades K–6

Reading with therapy dogs trained to be avid listeners. The library provides books, or bring a favorite.

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Special holiday-themed class will be held on these dates.

Grow a Reader Special: Happy Thanksgiving

n Porter, Wednesday, November 16, 7:00–7:30 n Headquarters, Saturday, November 19, 1:30–2:00 n Salem Church, Tuesday, November 22, 7:00–7:30 Celebrate Thanksgiving with stories, songs, and a holiday craft. All ages with a caregiver.

Vote for your favorite October 8–November 8

librarypoint.org/votenow or at any branch!

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Practice your reading and collect a bookmark, too. Sign up.

n England Run, 1st Saturdays, 2:00–3:30 n Salem Church, 2nd Saturdays, 1:30–3:00 n Headquarters, September 17, October 8, November 19, 2:15–3:45 n Montross, 4th Tuesdays, 6:30–7:30 n Snow, 4th Saturdays, 1:00–2:30 n Porter, 1st Saturdays, 10:30–12:00 n Cooper, 2nd Thursdays, 4:00–5:00

You can read with Raymond, pictured above, at Headquarters.

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kids learn & grow Fabulous Friday:

Classes and events for kids in grades K–6 Art in the Afternoon

n England Run, Friday, October 7, 4:30–5:15 n Headquarters, Friday, October 7, 4:30–5:15 Sponsored by Teen Council

n Salem Church, Friday, October 7, 4:30–5:15 n Porter, Friday, October 14, 4:30–5:15 n Salem Church, Friday, October 21, 4:30–5:15

Explore the world of weird, wonderful, and mysterious creatures.

Fabulous Friday: Moana’s Perilous Quest

n Montross, 4th Thursdays, 4:00–5:00. Introduction to n Headquarters, Friday, November 4, 4:30-5:15. Overcome volcanoes and elementary art for children. ancient monsters on your quest to become a Polynesian wayfinder.

Monster Bookmarks n Newton, Wednesday, September 7, 5:30–6:00.

Fabulous Friday: Create two monster bookFall Into Art marks, one for you and one n Porter, Friday, for a friend. Sign up.

November 11, 4:30– 5:15. Enjoy a fall Fabulous Friday: story. Create with fall colors and shapes.

Making Art Like the

Masters n England Run, Friday, November 4, 4:30–5:15.

Can you paint on your back like Michelangelo or splatter like Jackson Pollock? Try out some techniques used by famous artists.

Fabulous Friday: Duct Tape Extravaganza

n Snow, Friday, November 11, 4:30–5:15. Chill with duct tape fun!

n Salem Church, Fridays, November 4 and November 18, 4:30–5:15. Activities to accompany your favorite stories—with a twist!

SCHOOL-AGE BOOKS ABOUT

Voting and Elections

America Votes Linda Granfield

The Election If I Ran for Lillian’s Right Vote!

Book President to Vote Eileen Christelow Catherine Stier Jonah Winter Carolyn Jackson

Vote!

Diana G. Gallagher

Woodrow for President Peter W. Barnes

For more classes and events for grades K–6, see pages 9, 15, 17 and 22.

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STEM

Classes and events for K–6 Fabulous Friday: Aliens Attack!

Fabulous Friday:

Backyard Bird Watching A backyard adventure not just for the birds!

n Snow, Friday, September 9, 4:30–5:15 n Salem Church, Friday, September 16, 4:30–5:15

n England Run, Friday, September 2, 4:30– 5:15. Aliens are invading the library!

Create out-of-this-world creatures and discover life in space.

What’s in the Cards?

Answer: MATH

n Montross, Tuesday, November 15, 6:30–7:30. Learn about sorting, sets, probability and having fun all with a deck of cards.

Fabulous Friday:

MAD SCIENTISTS n Headquarters, Friday, September 9, 4:30–5:15.

Sponsored by Teen Council. n Porter, Friday, September 9, 4:30–5:15

Side effects may occur.

For more classes and events for grades K–6, see pages 9, 15, 16 and 22.

We’re inviting guests, some local, some famous, some just locally famous, to share their favorite reads for all ages.

Here’s a sneak peek of a few recent participants.

Ronnie Sidney

therapist, public speaker, entrepreneur, and author

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Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math

What is

STEM?

STEM is a focused initiative in the nation’s schools and ties in closely with the library’s educational mission. Attention to STEM is a necessity in today’s technologically-driven society and closely relates to the proficiencies U.S. students need to compete in a global and innovative economy.

The library regularly offers STEM-related classes, events, and workshops for all ages.

Johnny Mac Chinn

language instructor for Patawomeck Indian Tribe of Virginia Raina Krasner naturalist and outreach coordinator at The Wildlife Center of Virginia To check out monthly Guest Picks, visit librarypoint.org/guestpicks

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Curriculum Connections for all teachers—classroom, homeschool, or otherwise

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Classroom Carryout

CRRL instructors gather curriculum support materials tailored to meet your students’ needs for use in your classroom.

Book Group in a Bag

Multiple copies of the same title available for Teachers! an extended Look for the checkout Curriculum Connections period booklet and a sweet treat to arrive in your school mailbox in October. Homeschool teachers—please ask for For more information yours at the Youth on these and other resources Services desk! for teachers, visit:

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learning and fun, just for teens in grades 6–12 Teen Game Nights

Patchwork Quilt Ornament

n Cooper, 1st Tuesdays, 6:00–7:30.

Popcorn will be served.

Big Game Day

n Newton, 2nd Saturdays, 11:00–12:00 n Montross, 3rd Tuesdays, 6:30–7:30.

Play your favorite games on a grand scale.

No-Sew T-Shirt Tote

n Newton, Wednesday, September 14, 6:30. Bring in a favorite t-shirt (new or old) and create a tote! Sign up.

n Newton, Wednesday, November 30, 6:30. Create a simple, yet stunning ornament using Japanese patchwork.

Basic stitching required. Previous sewing skills not required. Sign up.

Name That Tool

n Montross, September.

Identify tools from bygone years and win a prize.

Hana Bag

n Newton, Wednesday, October 5, 6:30. Learn to create a drawstring bag by folding fabric and using simple stitching. No previous sewing skills required. Sign up.

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BRANCH KEY TO CLASSES & EVENTS

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n England Run, Friday, October 7, 6:30–8:30 n Salem Church, Saturday, October 15, 6:30–8:30 What happens at the library after dark? Come walk the red carpet as we celebrate Teen Read Week with food, swag bags, music, and more!

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GETTING for

Change Your Brain, Change Your Life Jesse J. Payne

Countdown to College Valerie Pierce

Get it Together for College

Make the Grade Lesley Schwartz Martin

Make it Stick Peter C. Brown

Smart but Scattered Teens Richard Guare

Vote for your favorite October 8–November 8

librarypoint.org/votenow or at any branch For more classes and events for teens, see page 5-6, 22, and 27.

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Harvest more recipes and bountiful resources at librarypoint.org/harvest.

A recipe from:

The CRRL Cookbook

to serve as an Here’s an easy, crowd-pleasing recipe From Bookplates: appetizer or take to a friend’s house. ds of the Favorite Recipes from the Staff and Frien ry.

Central Rappahannock Regional Libra h Basil Feta Cheese with Olive Oil and Fres

by Julie DuPont 1 pound feta cheese ¾ cup olive oil es 10-12 fresh basil leaves, cut in small piec on a serving Cut the cheese into slices and arrange epan over low plate. Heat the olive oil in a small sauc olive oil over heat until it is warm, not hot. Drizzle the the cheese. over l the cheese slices. Sprinkle the basi .

Serve immediately with wheat crackers

Whole Foods and Batch Cooking

n Headquarters, Monday, September 26, 6:30–8:00 Learn how to eat nutritionally and heal your body with whole food.

That’s My Jam!

n Newton, Wednesday, September 28, 6:30–7:30 Learn to make jam, enjoy your creation and take a sample home. Bread and butter included. Sign up.

Baking Bread from a Starter

Go Fresh: A Heart-healthy Cookbook With Shopping and Storage Tips American Heart Association Get out of the middle of the grocery store and start shopping the perimeter.

Fine Cooking in Season: Your Guide to Choosing & Preparing the Season’s Best From the editors of “Fine Cooking.”

Use seasonal ingredients to bring your “tried and true” recipes up to date.

The Naked Foods Cookbook: The Whole-foods, Healthy-fats, Glutenfree Guide to Losing Weight & Feeling Great Margaret Floyd Great recipes organized by prep time required!

True Food: Seasonal, Sustainable, Simple, Pure Andrew Weil Seasonal, sustainable, and delicious recipes from Dr. Weil’s popular True Food Kitchen restaurants Vegan Vegetarian Omnivore: Dinner for Everyone at the Table Anna Thomas How to make slight variations to basic menus to accommodate everyone.

Year-round Slow Cooker: 100 Favorite Recipes for Every Season Dina Cheney Don’t put away your slow cooker just because it’s summer! Seasonal produce + a slow cooker? Yes!

n England Run, Wednesday, November 16, 7:00–8:00 Join us in the MakerLab as we walk you through the steps of baking a loaf of bread from start to finish. The first ten people to sign up will receive their own starter to take home.

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Cook It: Healthy, Fresh, Organic

For more family holiday events, see page 15.

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Best Film Directors A Series with Insider Commentary and Clips

n Headquarters, Thursday, October 6, 6:30–8:30 Presented by film expert Gary Olsen.

Steven Spielberg

Considered the most popular living director of our time, Steven Spielberg has led the film industry by revitalizing movie houses’ summer doldrums in creating the watershed blockbusters Jaws (1975), E.T. (1982,) and the Indiana Jones series. Spanning four decades, Spielberg’s career has tackled numerous themes and genres, including war (Saving Private Ryan), humanity (The Color Purple) and the Holocaust (Schindler’s List). Success at the box office has made him king of the Hollywood moneymakers, but it is his stylistic methods and unique directing talents that set him apart from his contemporaries. Veteran lecturer Gary Olsen examines his life and shows clips from his broad movie portfolio.

Cinema Night

n Cooper, 2nd and 4th Tuesdays, 5:00–7:00. Movies for adults with popcorn provided!

September 13–My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2 September 27–Miracles from Heaven October 11–Mothers and Daughters October 25–I Saw the Light November 8–Elvis and Nixon November 22–Mother’s Day

Porter’s Saturday Movie

n Porter, 3rd Saturdays, 1:30–3:30. Join us for a free showing of a movie.

September 17–Star Wars: The Force Awakens October 15–The American President November 19–Places in the Heart

Teen Talk

n Montross, 4th Tuesdays, 7:00–8:00.

Teens meet to discuss books, music and movies. Grades 6–12.

Family Movie Night

n Newton, 3rd Wednesdays, 6:30–8:30.

Movies the whole family can enjoy. Popcorn and bottled water provided.

September–Zootopia October–Hocus Pocus November–The Jungle Book

Movie Time

n Cooper, 4th Saturdays, 11:00–12:30. Enjoy a snack while you watch! Birth–Age 6.

September–Kung Fu Panda 3 October–Ratchet and Clank November–Angry Birds Movie

Movie Magic

n Cooper, Wednesdays, 3:00-4:00. Popcorn will be served. Grades K-6.

September 24–Kung Fu Panda 3 October 22–Ratchet and Clank November 19–Angry Birds Movie

Dream On

n Porter, Tuesday, October 4, 7:00-9:00. Is the American Dream, where anyone can climb the ladder of economic opportunity, alive and well? Join us for a screening of Dream On, as comedian and political commentator John Fugelsang investigates the current state of the dream. We’ll have information on local economic opportunity resources.

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for adults Homeschooling Series

For updates to these listings, visit our online calendar at librarypoint.org

Master Gardener Plant Clinic

n Salem Church, Tuesday, September 6, 6:30–8:00 n England Run, Thursday, September 29, 6:30–8:00 Discuss the benefits, difficulties, and joys of homeschooling. Share information on how the library can be your family’s most important resource for success.

September 6—Homeschooling beginners September 29—Homeschooling through high school

Literary Grief Support Group n Montross, Wednesdays, 11:00– 12:00. Grief support group facilitated

by Ann Rubio.

Master Gardeners Teach Vegetable Gardening n Porter, Thursday, September 8, 6:30–7:00. Learn from the best as they work on our SERVE garden.

n Porter, Thursdays, September 8 and 22, 6:30–8:30. Virginia Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners will field your garden-related questions.

Music with the Fredericksburg Jazz Collective

n Headquarters, Tuesday, September 13, 7:00. Enjoy a high energy evening exploring the artistic process of jazz composition and live jazz music.

Tea Time

n Cooper, 2nd Wednesdays, September 14, 3:00. Meet friends and share stories while having a cup of tea and light treat.

Parliamentary Procedure 101

n Headquarters, Saturday, September 17, 9:30–12:00. Learn the basics of parliamentary procedure. The organizational meeting of the Fredericksburg Unit begins at 11:00. All interested invited. Register for one or both: LyndaBaerPRP@gmail.com.

Monday, SeptembARrrr 19 Ahoy, Maties! If ye natter like a scurvy pirate to a library crew member, yer gonna receive a coupon either fer a doubloon ($1) off ye fines or one free book from the Buckos of the Library booksale*.

Not sure how a band o’ pirates speak? No worries, matey!

Ye can learn usin’ Mango Languages at librarypoint.org/ research.

*One coupon per sailor!

Steps to an Energy Efficient Home n Salem Church, Wednesday, September 7, 6:30–8:00, and Wednesday, October 26, 6:30–8:00 Paul Gillespie, Rappahannock Electric Cooperative’s energy management advisor, will demonstrate ways to improve energy efficiency around your home. Learn quick, inexpensive tips to cut your energy costs and what tools REC provides to help you conserve.

Research the candidates— check out books/films/audio in which they are featured. featured Vote for your favorite October 8-November 8 librarypoint.org/votenow or at any branch.

Best Adult Fictional Character: Scarlett O’Hara Gone with the Wind

by Margaret Mitchell

Find Your Park

Celebrating the National Park Service’s Centennial NPS Fall Lecture Series

n Headquarters, Thursdays in September, starting September 8, 7:00–8:30. The NPS presents guest scholars and historians in a series of lectures on the creation, development, and preservation of battlefield parks. Check our calendar of events at librarypoint.org for details.

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Atticus Finch To Kill a Mockingbird

by Harper Lee

“We need a hero !”

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FredLUG

n England Run, 4th Saturdays, 9:00–12:00 September 24—Grub2: the boot loader and its pal, dracut. How booting works in Linux, how we diagnose, fix, and customize boot problems, and more.

October 22—Using Angular and Node Web Application Frameworks. We will cover how to install and use Angular and NodeJS to create web applications on Linux.

Tech Zoo: eReading & Apps

n Porter, 4th Tuesdays, 3:00–5:00.

Drop in and learn about eReaders and tablets, the library’s selection of free eMagazines, eBooks, eAudiobooks, and cool applications you can use on your tech.

Modern Calligraphy

Ask a Lawyer

n Montross, Thursday, October 13, 6:30–7:30. George Townsend will clarify your legal questions.

n Newton, Wednesday, October 12, 6:30. Improve your penmanship with hands-on modern calligraphy instruction.

Sign up.

Red Cross Blood Drive

HypnoCurious?

n Headquarters, Monday, October 10, 7:00–8:00 n Porter, Thursday, November 17, 7:00–8:00 Whether it’s quitting smoking, losing weight, sleeping better, reducing stress, or managing pain, Nathan Gist of Fredericksburg Hypnosis will show how hypnosis can help you focus and become receptive to positive suggestions.

A Parent’s Guide To Nature Play

Keys to Confident Home Financing n Porter, Saturday, September 17, 10:00–11:00.

Whether you’re buying your first home or a new home, this session will help you prepare for and understand the mortgage process.

Your Credit Score n Porter, Saturday, October 15, 10:00–11:00. Learn the components of a credit score and how you can build and maintain great credit.

To register for one or both classes, visit www.vacu.org.

Drop-ins welcome!

Holiday Cards

n Newton, Wednesday, November 2, 6:30.

Learn to create three types of homemade cards that are perfect for the holidays.

Food and Hunger: A COMMUNITY CONVERSATION

Tuesday, September 27, 6:30

n Headquarters. A parents-only evening to learn about outdoor play. Children who play outside have improved creativity and concentration, and may show less aggression. Join Fredericksburg Parks and Recreation Nature Educator Mimi Dempsey to learn new ways to incorporate outdoor nature play into your family.

Bring your own success stories to share.

A “river walk” along the Rappahannock will conclude the session.

n Porter, Thursday, October 20, 1:00–7:00. It’s easy to donate blood.

Sign up at www.redcrossblood.org.

Wednesday, November 2, 7:00–8:30 n Salem Church. Many organizations in our region strive to meet the nutritional needs of the community. Engage in an open dialogue with experts and providers who will share current issues, initiatives, and challenges related to food and hunger. Co-sponsored by the Salem Run Neighborhood Watch.

Learn About Becoming a Foster Parent

n Salem Church, Thursdays, September 22 and October 27, 6:00–7:00.

Learn more about foster care, how to become a foster parent, the support we offer, and the types of children placed into care in this casual information session.

Presented by

For more information, contact Gretchen Rusden, gretchen.rusden@embracetfc.com, 540-446-5144.

How Can I Adopt a Foster Child or a Sibling Group? n England Run, Tuesday, October 4, 6:00–7:00 n Salem Church, Thursday, November 10, 6:00–7:00 All children need a permanent connection to a family in order to thrive. Foster children who cannot safely return to their biological families deserve an adoptive parent who can provide them with a safe, stable, nurturing family that is permanent. Learn more about how you can adopt Presented by and make a pivotal difference in the life of a youth (ages 12–17) or a sibling group that needs a permanent family, and what supportive services are available.

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r d No v e l s S ix WoLIKE NANOWRIMO, ONLY SHORTER

Local Author: Melanie Bonita

n Porter, Saturday, September 3, 1:00–3:00 n England Run, Saturday, September 17, 1:00–3:00 Meet Melanie Bonita, award-winning international inspirational speaker and author of Daily Dose of Determination, Daily Dose of Decisions, and Daily Dose of Divine Inspirations for Mothers.

We’re challenging you to pen a six-word opus in support of NaNoWriMo and we’ll share the best of the best at each branch.

Look for the Six Word Novel display at your branch, all November!

Check out Not Quite What I Was Planning: Six-Word Memoirs by Writers Famous and Obscure.

Inklings

Local Author: Willie Brown

n England Run, Saturday, September 10, 1:00–3:00 n Snow, Saturday, September 17, 1:00–3:00 n Salem Church, Saturday, September 24, 1:00–3:00 Meet Willie Brown, author of United States Colored Troop: Importance in Civil War.

Riverside Writers

n Salem Church, 2nd Saturdays, 1:00–4:00. A chapter of the Virginia Writers Club that encourages writers from the region to share their talent and knowledge of writing with one another. Festival of Prose in October (9:00–5:00). Details at riversidewriters.com.

Sisters in Crime Mystery Writers

n Salem Church, Saturday, September 10, 11:00– 2:00. Meet the authors of Virginia is for Mysteries: Volume 2, an anthology of mysteries by the Sisters in Crime writers’ group.

n England Run, 1st Wednesdays , 7:00–8:30 n Porter, 3rd Saturdays, 2:00–3:30 Informal writing workshops for the novice to pro.

September—Historical Fiction October—NaNoWriMo Prep for Success November—Self-Publishing with Patrick Neustatter, M.D.

Inklings: Local Author M.E. Maki

n England Run, Saturday, October 1, 2:00–4:00.

M.E. Maki talks about writing mysteries, self–publishing, and her new book, An Unexpected Death.

NaNoWriMo Wrap Party

n England Run, Wednesday, November 30, 7:00–8:00. Whether you completed your novel for National Novel Writing Month in November or are on your way, you deserve to celebrate.

Share some of your best pieces or just listen and have some cake. Join us for a wrap up to a great month of writing!

health & fitness Porter’s Awesome Seniors Exercise Class

Chair Yoga

n Porter, Thursdays, except November 24, 9:30–10:30. Seated exercise for the 55+ group.

Yoga for All Levels

n Salem Church, 1st and 3rd Thursdays, 1:00–2:00. Energize, relax, and relieve stress with certified yoga instructor Kara Rockwell. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a mat if you have one. Suitable for all levels.

n England Run, 1st and 3rd Sundays, 1:30–2:30. Join certified yoga instructor Kairavi Kirsten Berezan for chair yoga. Ideal for those who would like a new yoga perspective, prefer a chair for support, or want gentle exercise during pregnancy.

Chair Yoga

n Montross, Tuesdays, 12:00–12:45.

Chair yoga with certified instructor Kay Hawkins.

Problems and Prejudices with Cholesterol Treatment

n Headquarters, Wednesday, September 28, 6:30–8:00. Presented by Patrick Neustatter, M.D. Is your doctor advising medicine for a nutritional issue?

Delicious cholesterol-free samples will be served.

Sponsored by

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Alzheimer’s Association Support Group for Caregivers

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n England Run, 4th Mondays, 10:00–11:30 n Porter, 3rd Saturdays, 10:00–12:00 Lead by an Alzheimer’s Association trained leader–a safe place to learn, receive helpful tips, connect with resources and meet others impacted by Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.

Year–Round Fitness Walk

n Porter. Choose between a 5- and 10-km walk, following sidewalks and bike paths along local residential streets. Co-hosted by The Germanna Volkssport Association (GVA).

What Is This Gluten Craze All About?

n Headquarters, Tuesday, October 4, 6:30–8:00. Dr. Delise Dickard presents information about gluten-free living.

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book groups New members are always welcome!

Porter Pairings Book Club

n Porter, 2nd Tuesdays, 7:00. Enjoy good books and see what wine the folks at Zibibbo 73 have paired with the month’s book selection! Zibibbo 73 Trattoria and Wine Bar is located at 2757 Jefferson Davis Hwy, Stafford. Wine and comestibles available for purchase.

September—Tinkers

by Paul Harding October—The Weird Sisters

by Eleanor Brown November—The Girls of Atomic City

by Denise Kiernan

Saturday, September 10, 2:00–5:00

2:00—Join us at Castiglia’s (324 William Street, Fredericksburg) for a lively discussion of short stories from either Mattaponi Queen by Belle Boggs or Full Dark, No Stars by Stephen King.

We’ll then walk to Brock’s Riverside Grill to continue the discussion, and end our pub crawl at Spencer Devon Brewing.

Beverages and food will be available to purchase.

Must be 21 or older.

Headquarters Book Group

n Headquarters, 2nd Mondays, 7:30–9:00 September—On the Road with Del and Louise by Art Taylor October—The Sidewalk Artist by Gina Buonaguro November—Behind the Beautiful Forevers by Katherine Boo

Porter Book Group

n Porter, 1st Thursdays, 7:30–8:45 September—A Walk in the Woods

by Bill Bryson October—Lafayette in the Somewhat United States

by Sarah Vowell November—Left Neglected

by Lisa Genova

Book It!

n Salem Church, 4th Tuesdays, 7:00–8:00 September—The Boys in the Boat

by Daniel Brown October—All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr November—Dreamers of the Day

by Mary Doria Russell

To register for a space and reserve a book, call the England Run Research Desk at 540-899-1703.

England Run Book Group

Reading Guild @ the Beach

n England Run, 4th Tuesdays, 7:00– 8:00 September—Juvie by Steve Watkins October—Doc by Mary Doria Russell November—When You Are Engulfed in Flames by David Sedaris

n Cooper, 3rd Tuesdays, 6:00–8:00 Bring a dish to share.

The Books and Beer Club at Adventure Brewing Company

Snow Book Group

n Snow, 3rd Tuesdays, 11:00–11:45 September—The Boys in the Boat

by Daniel Brown October—Coal River by Ellen Marie Wiseman November—The Hours Count by Jillian Cantor

Readers of the Round Table

n Montross, 2nd Fridays, 11:00–12:00 September—Frog Music by Emma Donoghue October—Between Shades of Gray by Ruta Sepetys November—Thomas Jefferson and the Tripoli Pirates by Brian Kilmeade

n England Run, 3rd Thursdays, 6:30–8:00. Enjoy books?

Enjoy beer? Join the library at Adventure Brewing Company for a club all about books, beer, and some books about beer!

Food and beverages are available for purchase. Adventure Brewing Company is located at 33 Perchwood Drive, Fredericksburg.

September—Everything I Never Told You by Celeste Ng October—Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children by Ransom Riggs November—Into Thin Air by John Krakauer

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Ripping Yarns: A Needlework and Craft Group

n Snow, Tuesdays, 1:00–3:00. Bring your needlework or other handcrafts and join our lively group!

Small Craft Advisory

n Porter, 2nd Wednesdays, 7:00–8:00 September 14— Upcycle water bottles into patriotic bracelets.

October 12—Transform ordinary rocks into ghosts, pumpkins, or monsters!

November 9—Decorate store-bought cookies.

No Dropped Stitches: Drop-in Needlework Group

n Porter, Fridays, except September 23, October 21, and November 25, 10:00–12:00 Get advice, chat, and share what you’re working on with others.

A Loosely Knit Group

n Porter, 1st Thursdays, 6:30–8:30, and 3rd Thursdays, 3:30–5:30. Bring your current knit and crochet projects.

Share tips, tricks, and ideas. Novice stitchers welcome. Grade 7–Adult.

Learn to Knit

n Montross, 4th Wednesdays, November 23, 3:00–4:00. Learn to knit with Linda Baker. Bring your knitting needles and enjoy introductory lessons. Sign up.

Stafford Piecemakers Quilt Guild

n Porter, 2nd and 4th Mondays, 7:00–9:00. 2nd Monday— Business meeting; 4th Monday—Learn quilting techniques.

games Bridge

n Salem Church, Tuesday, November 15, 12:30–4:00. A bridge group for novice to mid-level players. Players must have basic knowledge of bidding and the play of the hand.

Expert Bridge

n Salem Church, Wednesdays, except 3rd Wednesdays, 12:00– 4:00. Serious bridge for advanced players.

Mahjong Players Group

n Porter, Wednesdays, 1:00–4:00.

Both experienced players and those who would like to learn to play Mahjong are welcome.

Art in the Garden

Sewing for Beginners

n Salem Church, Saturday, September 17, 10:00–12:00. Use organic matter to inspire and create art in the library’s Grow for nch Your Neighbor garden. Meet local Bra r rte Po Knitters at artists. Take photographs, sketch and enjoy our community garden.

n England Run, Wednesday, September 21, 7:00–8:00 and Saturday, October 8, 1:00–2:00 Watch a demonstration and learn new skills. Learn how to start sewing, what tools you need, and more.

September—quilting with a special demonstration by Pat Burroughs of Virginia Star Quilters and Donna Edwards.

October—repurposing old clothes and thrift store finds with guest speaker Gabby Gilliam.

First ten to sign up will get a hands-on project to take home.

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DIY for Adults

n Cooper, 4th Wednesdays, 1:00–2:00. Have fun with games, crafts, and other handson activities. Bring a friend!

See Through Art

n Montross, Thursday, November 10, 6:30–7:30. A class in gorgeous glass painting.

Fall Arrangement

n Montross, Thursday, November 17, 6:30. Make a fresh Fall arrangement.

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Euro Board Game Night n England Run, 2nd Mondays, 7:00–8:30 n Porter, 3rd Mondays, 7:00–8:30 n Salem Church, Monday, September 26, 7:00–8:30 n Headquarters, Monday, October 3, 7:00–8:30 Join us for a strategy filled night of Euro Board Games! We have Dixit, The Resistance, Batman Love Letters, Sushi Go, Forbidden Island, and Carcassonne, or bring your own to share.

Grades 10 and up.

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GET Find more tips and resources organized at librarypoint.org/getorganized.

Let’s Get Organized!

n Headquarters, Monday, September 12, 7:00–8:30 n Porter, Thursday, September 22, 7:00–8:30 Linda Clevenger discusses tips to help you organize, declutter, and develop habits to change your life.

Learn how to manage business projects.

SCRUM

Linda Clevenger Certified SCRUM trainer Organization Direct

n England Run, Saturday, October 22, 1:00–3:00 n Salem Church, Wednesday, October 26, 6:30–8:30 Linda Clevenger shows you how to get more business done in less time.

Ready, Set—Tidy Up!

Planning for the Holidays

n Porter, Tuesday, September 20, 7:00–8:30. A discussion of the best selling book, The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up: The Japanese Art of Decluttering and Organizing

by Marie Kondo and a chance to share organizing strategies.

n Newton, Wednesday, November 9, 6:30. Tips and tricks to keep your holiday stress-free and merry. Take home a calendar and an ornament.

Ready, Set . . .

Get It Together Learn how to conquer clutter with these titles: The 8-Minute Organizer

Regina Leeds

Easy Closets Joe Provey

Ready to get organized?

The LifeChanging Magic of Tidying up

There’s an app for that!

SAVE MONEY

LOYALTY CARDS

Marie Kondo

FAMILY ORGANIZER

PRICE COMPARISON

Mess:

One Man’s Struggle to Clean Up His House and His Act

Barry Yourgrau

SHOPULAR Load coupons onto your store loyalty card, and just swipe at the store!

KEY RING

Stores all of your rewards cards for easy access.

COZI

Keep your family’s schedules organized with appointments, reminders, to-do lists, and recipes.

REDLASER

Scan barcodes with your phone for food nutrition info, or to find out if your nearest library has the book you want!

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What’s A Disorganized Person to Do? Stacey Platt

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CLASSES, EVENTS, WORKSHOPS, AND SERVICES AT THE CENTRAL RAPPAHANNOCK REGIONAL LIBRARY

Friends of the Library Book Sales Headquarters

All bra fe a t ur e n c h e s year sales as -round well!

Fall Book Sale October 15–19, during library hours.

Preview Party Friday, October 14, 7:00–9:00. This is the BIG sale! Scoop up new and gently used books, media and more at great prices. Preview Party for the Friends of the Library. Join today or at the door!

October 17: 1/2 price day October 18: $5 bag/box day October 19: $1 bag/box day

Yo u’re invite d!

CRRL Friends’ Annual Meeting

England Run Branch

Monday, October 24, 7:00–8:30 Meet Ronnie Sidney, children’s book author, therapist, public speaker, and app developer.

Refreshments served.

Thursday, September 22–Monday, September 26 Thursday, October 27–Monday, October 31 Thursday, November 17–Monday, November 21 Saturdays are 1/2 price days. Sundays and Mondays are $1 bag days.

Salem Church Branch Friday, September 16–Thursday, September 22 Friday, October 21–Thursday, October 27 Friday, November 18–Wednesday, November 23 Tuesdays and Wednesdays are 1/2 price days.

Thursdays are $1 bag days.

Porter Branch Friday, September 2–Wednesday, September 7 Friday, October 7–Wednesday, October 12 Friday, November 4–Wednesday, November 9 Mondays are 1/2 price days. Tuesdays and Wednesdays are $1 bag days.

Become a Friend or renew your membership instantly and easily at crrlfriends.org!

Or fill out this form and mail to Friends of CRRL, P.O. Box 201, Fredericksburg, VA 22404.

Name

Branch

Address

Phone

City

State

Email

Zip Code

In what areas would you be willing to help the Friends:

Please check the box indicating your contribution amount: q Individual, $10 q Tobin Society, $25 q Wallace Society, $50 q Family, $20 q Cote Society, $100

q Sorting Books q Book Sale Cashier q Book Sale Preparation

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q Book Sale Refreshments q All of the above

FOR THE LATEST NEWS AND MORE INFORMATION, GO TO LIBRARYPOINT.ORG, FACEBOOK, OR TWITTER

Serving the City of Fredericksburg and the Counties of Stafford, Spotsylvania and Westmoreland

You can return library materials to any branch. You can renew in person, by telephone, or online on any device.

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If you forget to return or renew: • Books and CDs are overdue after 2 weeks—10¢ per day, maximum fine: $2 per item.

• DVDs are overdue after 1 week— $1 per day, maximum fine: $5 per DVD. • The maximum overdue fine per library card is $10.

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Headquarters Library 1201 Caroline Street Fredericksburg, VA 22401 540/372-1144 Monday–Thursday .....9:00–9:00 Friday, Saturday..........9:00–5:30 Sunday ........................1:00–5:30 Salem Church Branch 2607 Salem Church Road Fredericksburg, VA 22407 540/785-9267 Monday–Thursday .....9:00–9:00 Friday, Saturday..........9:00–5:30 Sunday ........................1:00–5:30 C. Melvin Snow Memorial Branch 8740 Courthouse Road Spotsylvania, VA 22553 540/507-7565 Monday–Thursday .....9:00–9:00 Friday, Saturday..........9:00–5:30 Sunday .......................... Closed

806 Lyons Boulevard Fredericksburg, VA 22406 540/899-1703 Monday–Thursday .....9:00–9:00 Friday, Saturday..........9:00–5:30 Sunday ........................1:00–5:30

5 John Musante Porter

Memorial Branch 2001 Parkway Boulevard Stafford, VA 22554 540/659-4909 Monday–Thursday .....9:00–9:00 Friday, Saturday..........9:00–5:30 Sunday ........................1:00–5:30

6 Abraham and William Cooper

Memorial Branch 20 Washington Avenue Colonial Beach, VA 22443 804/224-0921 Sunday, Monday........... Closed Tuesday, Thursday .....1:00–9:00 Wednesday .................1:00–5:00 Friday ...........................9:00–5:00 Saturday ...................... 9:00–1:00

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All branches closed September 4–5 for Labor Day September 23 for Staff Training November 23 closing at 5:00 November 24–25 for Thanksgiving On November 8, England Run, Porter, and Salem Church branches are closed for elections.

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56 Polk Street Montross, VA 22520 804/493-8194 Sunday, Monday........... Closed Tuesday, Thursday .....2:00–9:00 Wednesday, Friday ....10:00–5:00 Saturday .....................10:00–2:00

8 Blake T. Newton Memorial Branch 22 Coles Point Road Hague, VA 22469 804/472-3820 Sunday, Tuesday .......... Closed Monday, Thursday .....9:00–5:00 Wednesday .................1:00–9:00 Friday ...........................1:00–5:00 Saturday ...................... 9:00–1:00

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next issue coming November 1

Benefit from the best the library has to offer, learn how libraries transform communities, and celebrate diversity in our area—and worldwide.

The Bear Ate Your Sandwich

by Julia Sarcone-Roach

Celebrate literacy by participating in the world’s largest shared reading experience. Last year over 2.2 million people participated, and we are helping to break that record.

Thursday, October 27

Visit your nearest library to enjoy the book and some fun activities OR visit librarypoint.org to read it online.