At Your Library - Spring 2016

Your FREE guide to the Central Rappahannock Regional Library

SPRING 2016 March|April|May

CRRL-Con PAGE 5

4Week of the Young Child 4Law Resources 4Teen Poetry Contest 4Health Fair 4Be Money Smart

10% Happier PAGE 19

Butterfly Garden PAGE 27

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table of contents SPRING 2016 n MARCH/APRIL/MAY

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Teen Poetry Contest

CRRL-Con

The comic book convention at your library!

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Poem in Your Pocket

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Week of the Young Child Growing young readers

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Who doesn’t want to be happier?

On the cover: Will cosplay stars from last year’s CRRL-Con make a dramatic return?

See pages 5-6 for details and join us May 14 for all the creativity and fun!

Gardens Growing

Butterflies landing at the library 1

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is printed on recycled paper with soy-based ink by a Forest Stewardship Council-certified printer.

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features Welcome .............................................. 3 New Director Martha Hutzel

Behind the Scenes ............................. 4 Top Ten of the NextGen

On the Web ......................................... 9 The library is on the go

Being Social ........................................ 9 Take a selfie with a Stormtrooper

Computerized Legal Research ........10 Online, modern, and fast

Partner Profile ...................................12 Smart beginnings lead to success

classes & events Great Stuff for All Ages ..............7 Learning, discovery, and enrichment

children Grow a Reader .......................... 11 Educational opportunities for preschool kids

After Hours ................................ 14 Evening and weekend schedules

Kids Learn and Grow ............... 15 Classes and programs for kids in grades K–6

STEM ......................................... 16

Health & Fitness............................... 20

Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math

Local Writers .................................... 25

teens

Stay fit and eat well

Workshops, challenges, and inspiration

eBooks and eAudio .......................... 28 Get reading/listening fast with OverDrive

Friends of the Library ...................... 29 New website makes joining even easier

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

Book Lists

Recommendations from expert librarians Money Smart Commuters ...............................4 Dance! Dance! (Picture Books) .....................12 Graphic Novels (School Age) ........................15 Health (Teens)................................................. 17 Meditation and Mindfulness ........................19 Poetry Anthologies .........................................25 Butterfly Gardening .......................................27 Top Picks on OverDrive .................................28 Thanks to the Friends of the Library for supporting the production of

Teen Place .................................. 17 Learning and fun, just for teens in grades 6–12

adults For Adults ................................... 21 Learn, connect, and relax

Movies ........................................23 From classics to musicals to family favorites

Crafts..........................................24 Share your creations, learn new skills

Book Groups ..............................26 Book groups at your local branch BRANCH KEY

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

Hello, everyone! I’m pleased to introduce myself to the CRRL community as the newly appointed Director of the Central Rappahannock Regional Library.

Although I am new to the position, I am not new to the CRRL. Over the past 27 years, I’ve worked as a research librarian at the Headquarters Library, as head of the Customer Service Department at Porter, and as the branch manager of the Snow, Porter and England Run libraries.

These experiences have given me insights into the different needs and interests of our far-flung community and introduced me to so many community leaders and loyal library users.

I’m a past president and active member of the North Stafford Rotary Club and very involved in the Chamber of Commerce. Last fall I started my term as the President of the Virginia Library Association, which allows me to network with librarians around the Commonwealth. Every step of my journey from my first library job as a freshman workstudy student in the periodicals room of the University of Cincinnati library to here has been challenging and fulfilling, and I look forward to making even more community connections in my new role. As I am out and about in the region, do stop and say hello.

I have loved libraries and books my entire life. I grew up on a dairy farm with 12 brothers and sisters, and aside from working and playing, we spent our time reading. Most of our books came from the local public library. And now I get to read to my young grandchildren! I have three children and two grandchildren, all of who explored a love of

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reading with me as they have grown. On a personal note, I love to read and belong to a book group that most recently read The Martian by Andy Weir. I enjoy listening to books, too, especially Nora Webster by Colm Toibin. I’m currently listening to Blood from a Stone by Donna Leon, watching Indian Summers, and reading The Leadership Challenge by Kouzes and Posner.

This issue of At Your Library is chock full of classes and events for everyone.

So many of these offerings are possible because of the partnerships the library enjoys.

The second annual CRRL-Con is the result of collaborations with artists, authors, small businesses, and local Quidditch teams (yes, there is more than one!) who bring their talents to share with the library community.

I’m also excited about our first-ever Health Fair, scheduled for March 19. Local vendors and exhibitors include The Alzheimer’s Association, Heartfields of Fredericksburg, SIEHT, health screening organizations, and City Councilman Brad Ellis from Edward Jones covering financial health for your family. The Week of the Young Child is a collaborative effort with local child-serving agencies and the CRRL. Look for our celebrity readers at a branch near you in April.

I am proud of the CRRL’s ongoing contribution to lifelong education for all, regardless of age, socioeconomic status, religion, race, or any other factor. The support of our wonderful community makes the library better and we will continue to provide the essential services our community values.

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behind the scenes Christie Hoerneman has been honored by the Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce as one of the “Top 10 of the Next Gen,” an award which goes to a young professional who excels in the business environment, has a passion for community, and is innovative in his or her approach.

How did you get involved with libraries?

I remember going to storytimes at the public library with my mother and older sister growing up. The library storytime room had steps for the kids to sit on that was covered in orange carpet (it was the mid-80s).

What was your first library job?

I was hired as a Reference Student Assistant at Delta College in Michigan. While working there I realized how much I enjoyed helping people in a library setting and wanted to do that as a career.

What do you like best about the work you do?

I love the variety that my job offers.

I get to create programs like CRRL-

Con, and Books and Beer, and meet interesting people there. It was through one such program, Homebrewing 101, that I met the owners of Adventure Brewing, who instilled in me the love of brewing my own beer.

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

Our graphic novel collection! The library carries many classic and popular graphic novels, such as V for Vendetta, Watchmen, and The Walking Dead. My all-time favorite graphic novel is Maus by Art Spiegelman, in which the author learns how his Jewish father survived living in Europe during the Holocaust.

Christie Hoerneman Head of Adult Research England Run Branch When you’re not at the library, what do you like to do?

Besides reading, I enjoy homebrewing, especially brown ales and stouts, traveling, and horseback riding.

What are you reading/watching/ listening to now?

Recently, I have been devouring Simone St. James’ historical ghost stories and rewatching Downton Abbey in anticipation of the final season.

Commuter Corner Back home from work and out of your car? Well, get right back in and come to the library, where you’ll find plenty of practical and enlightening personal finance presentations during our April Money Smart financial literacy promotion. See page 22. Then check our book stacks and online eBook and eAudio downloadables for more expert financial advice.

50 Prosperity Classics by Tom ButlerBowdon eAudio

Do More, Spend Less by Brad Wilson eAudio

Everyday Finances for the Everyday Family

by Mike Yorkey eBook

The One-Page Financial Plan

by Carl Richards Book

The Opposite of Spoiled

by Ron Lieber Book

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Smart Money, Smart Kids by Dave Ramsey Book

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Cosplay Films Costume Contest Free Comics Artists Crafts Gaming Star Wars Villains Photo Booth Free Balloon Creatures

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comic art show Call for original artwork!

Submission Dates: April 22–29 Submit 1-2 original pieces of artwork for consideration to be included in our art show.

Only original interpretations, by artists of any age. Find rules and registration forms at any branch or at librarypoint.org.

Comic Art Show Opening

n Salem Church, Monday, May 2, 6:00–8:00 Meet and mingle with comic artists of all ages. The show will run through May.

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Grow a Reader Special: Superheroes!

Comic Book Movies n England Run, Sundays, 1:00.

Power up for our 2nd Annual CRRL–Con with your favorite comic book heroes and popcorn!

April 24 - Man of Steel (PG-13) May 1 - The Amazing Spider-Man (PG-13) May 8 - The Avengers (PG-13)

Ages 2 with –5 caregiva er

n Headquarters, Tuesday, May 3, 9:30–10:00 n Salem Church, Tuesday, May 3, 7:00–7:30 n England Run, Wednesday, May 18, 10:00–10:30 and 11:00–11:30 n Porter, Friday, May 20, 9:30–10:00 and 10:30–11:00 n Snow, Monday, May 23, 11:00–11:30 Stories, songs, and activities.

Daycares welcome.

Superhero Keychains

Grades

6–12

n Newton, Saturday, April 16, 6:30 Create a super keychain out of Shrinkydink! Sign up.

Fabulous Friday: POWER UP! Discover your superpowers and save the day with awesome activities!

Grades K–6

n England Run, Friday, May 6, 4:30–5:15 n Salem Church, Friday, May 6 and 20, 4:30– 5:15 n Headquarters, Friday, May 13, 4:30–5:15

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Open Hack Night

n England Run, 1st and 3rd Tuesdays, 6:00–8:30. Join volunteers from local maker/hacker group Fred Works 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!

We’re inviting guests, some local, some famous, some just locally famous, to share their favorite reads. Visit librarypoint.org to check out monthly Guest Picks from a film expert, a family, and a healthcare professional!

Fredericksburg First Friday

Headquarters:

March— 21st Teen Art Show April— Newell Jones May— Visual Poetry

England Run:

March— AJ Rasure April— VA Equine Association May— E. H. Kindred

Salem Church: March— Patty Hoskin April— Dawn Whitmore May— Comic Art Show

Morning Mist, dig ital painting

by E. H. Kindred

Porter:

April— Carol Coffman May— Shirley Heim Middle School Students

Additional listings and artist information: librarypoint.org/arts

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nJoin us at Headquarters on First Friday, March 4, 6:00–9:00. Enjoy the 21st annual Teen Art Show and reception. Judged by Johnny P. Johnson.

TRAINING oN DeMAND Computer, eBook/eAudio/eMagazine downloading, and research skills training tailored to your needs.

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St. Patrick’s Day

Celebration

nMontross, Thursday, March 17, all day. Wear green and get a slice of Irish Apple Cake. Learn to make Irish Soda Bread—it’s easy and delicious.

nMontross, Saturday, March 26, 11:00 - 12:00 Games, prizes, refreshments.

Family Movie Night

n Headquarters, Thursday, May 19, 7:30–8:30 Celebrate National Poetry Month with poetry readings by the winners of the Claudia Emerson Teen Poetry Contest, as well as by our host and judge, Amanda Rutstein from the University of Mary Washington. All ages.

Chess and Go

n Newton, 3rd Wednesdays, 6:30. Movies the whole family can enjoy. Popcorn provided.

March - The Jungle Book April - Big Hero 6 May - The Good Dinosaur

Kites!

n Porter, Thursdays, 6:30–8:30 Drop in and play chess or the Asian game called Go in Japan, Wei Chi in China, and Baduk in Korea.

A Loosely Knit Group

n Salem Church, 1st Tuesdays, 6:30–8:30 n Porter, 1st Thursdays, 6:30–8:30, and 3rd Thursdays, 3:30-5:30 Calling all knitting fanatics and crochet addicts. Bring your current projects, share tips, tricks, and ideas. Novice stitchers welcome.

Grade 7–Adult.

n Porter, April. Celebrate National Kite Month! Enjoy a kite exhibit and learn more about kites and kite-making.

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Being Social

on the web On the go? Take the library with you!

All you need is a mobile device like a smartphone or tablet with Internet access via WiFi or wireless data plan. The free CRRL mobile app works with Apple iOS, Android, Windows phone, Amazon Kindle, and other popular mobile platforms.

As we gear up for #CRRLCon in May, our #CRRLCon Star Wars Stormtrooper will be making the rounds in our branches and in our community.

If you see him around, take a #stormtrooperselfie and use #CRRLCon and @crrlnews to share with us on Twitter and Instagram.

Place holds and renew items in the library catalog.

Download eBooks and eAudio right to your phone!

See library branch hours and classes Check out your own books with the self-check feature!

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.

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

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eResources WestlawNext: computerized legal research Until a few years ago doing legal research was difficult, and required access to a huge collection of expensive law books. Not any more! Computerized legal research is here and represents a giant step towards making the law available to everyone. The library has made one of the best legal research tools, WestlawNext, available to you from a computer or Wifi accessible device at any of our branches.

• Cases • Trial Cour t Orders

• Statutes and Cour t Rules • Regulations • Administrative Decisions and Guidance • Forms • Briefs • Trial Cour t Documents

• Jury Verdicts • Proposed and Enacted Legislation • Proposed and Adopted Regulations • Practical Law • Dockets • Legislative History and more!

What can you search for, using WestlawNext? Almost anything you may need in legal research, including the fully annotated text of every published court opinion and of every published piece of legislation or administrative regulation, state or federal. But there’s more than just primary law available.

There are full-text articles from most law journals published in America, analytical resources, practice area insights, litigation resources, and even some forms and public records.

It’s remarkably easy to search this vast and current store of information. Even without a legal

WestlawNext says it has “combined modern search logic with a better grasp of legal nuances and hierarchies” and that’s not hype. You simply type what you want into a single search box, and WestlawNext figures out from context clues where to find it and returns cases, treatise references, and law review articles. But here’s the best part: what WestlawNext thinks is the best result from your query shows up at or near the top of the page, followed by an all-star list of others.

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Shopping on 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 preschool kids

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 May 30, 10:00–10:15 n Porter, Tuesdays, except March 29, 9:30–9:45 n Headquarters, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, except April 13,19, and 20, 10:30–10:45 n Snow, Wednesdays, except March 30, 10:30–10:45 n Porter, Thursdays, except March 31, 10:30–10:45 n England Run, Fridays, except April 1, 10:00–10:15

Ages 2-5 with a caregiver. Daycares welcome. n Snow, Mondays, except March 28, May 2*, and May 30, 11:00–11:30 n Headquarters, Tuesdays, except March 1*, 15*, April 19, and May 3*. 9:30–10:00 n England Run, Wednesdays, except March 2*, 30, and May 18*, 10:00–10:30 and 11:00–11:30 n Porter, Fridays, except March 4*, 18*, April 1, May 6* and 20*, 9:30–10:00 and 10:30–11:00 n Salem Church, Fridays, except March 11*, 10:00–10:30 and 11:00–11:30

Ages 2-3 with a caregiver. n Montross, 4th Fridays, 11:00–11:20 n Salem Church, Mondays, except May 30, 11:00–11:20 n England Run, Tuesdays, except March 29, 10:00–10:20 n Snow, Tuesdays, except March 29, 10:30–10:50 n Porter, Tuesdays, except March 29, 10:30–10:50 n Headquarters, Wednesdays, except April 13 and 20, 10:30–10:50 n Salem Church, Thursdays, 11:00–11:20 n Headquarters, Fridays, except April 15 and 22, 9:30–9:50 n England Run, Fridays, except April 1, 11:00-11:20

Children’s Hour

n Cooper, Fridays, 11:00–12:00. Stories and activities. Ages 2-5 with a caregiver.

Movie Time

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

BRANCH KEY TO CLASSES & EVENTS n Headquarters n England Run n Porter n Salem Church

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

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Ages 3-5 with a caregiver. n England Run, Tuesdays, except March 29, 11:00–11:30 n Porter, Thursdays, except March 31, 9:30–10:00 n Salem Church, Thursdays, 10:00–10:30 n Headquarters, Fridays, except April 15 and 22, 10:30–11:00

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n Snow n Cooper n Montross n Newton

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Dance!

Dance!

Picture books guaranteed to get your feet tapping

Frances Dean Who Loved to Dance and Dance

by Birgitta Sif

Flora and the Flamingo

by Molly Schaar Idle

Giant Dance Party

by Betsy Bird

Giraffes Can’t Dance

by Giles Andreae

I Got the Rhythm

by Connie Schofield-Morrison

The Jellybeans and the Big Dance

by Laura Joffe Numeroff

Partner Profile:

Smart Beginnings Smart Beginnings Rappahannock is a non-profit early childhood organization that partners with more than 80 community public and private agencies, businesses, and individuals.

We depend on grants, fundraisers, and donations to serve our mission. We lead community partners in maximizing and coordinating resources that ensure equal opportunities for all young children, birth Smart Beginnings staff to age five, to be ready for school and ready for life. Early childhood is the foundation for all future learning. It is vital that all children receive support to help them to be successful in life. Smart www.smartbeginningsra.org Beginnings promotes high quality programs and teacher training that helps ensure this in our community.

We’ve partnered with the library for the past 6 years to advocate for the importance of literacy in early childhood and we collaborate on community events. CRRL’s Youth Services Coordinator serves as a member on our Transition Steering Committee. The library helps us meet our vision to have children arrive at school healthy and prepared to succeed.

Alphabet Soup: St. Patrick’s Day Specia Ages 2-5 with a caregiver. n Salem Church, Friday, March 11, 10:00–10:30 and 11:00–11:30 n Headquarters, Tuesday, March 15, 9:30–10:00 n Porter, Friday, March 18, 9:30–10:00 and 10:30–11:00 Stories, songs, and activities in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day. For more classes and events for ages 0–5 see pages 6, 13, and 14.

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week of the young child Children need a strong early learning foundation to succeed in school and to succeed in life. We are proud to partner with local organizations to bring attention to this issue of vital importance to our community.

April 10–16

Did you know?

• 90% of a child’s brain is developed before reaching kindergarten.

• Children exposed to books early in life have better language skills than those who wait.

• The seeds of a desirable workforce—critical thinking, teamwork, effective communication—are planted before the age of five.

What can you do?

• Bring your children and spread the word about the library’s Grow a Reader classes. See pages 6, 11-12, 14, and the back of this issue.

• Visit your local library regularly to check out titles even your baby is sure to enjoy!

• Read to your child daily and keep it fun! Stop reading as soon as they show you they’re done.

Special guest readers will join us in recognizing the importance of early childhood education. Visit librarypoint.org for a complete schedule.

Alphabet Soup

Preschool Time

Ages 2-5 with a caregiver. Daycares welcome. n Snow, Monday, April 11, 11:00–11:30 n Headquarters, Tuesday, April 12, 9:30–10:00 n England Run, Wednesday, April 13, 10:00–10:30 n Porter, Friday, April 15, 10:30–11:00

Ages 3-5 with a caregiver. n Salem Church, Thursday April 14, 10:00–10:30 Join the library and our partners at:

Babypalooza Saturday, April 16 Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center CRRL is proud to partner with

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Then-Delegate Michael Futrell reads at Alphabet Soup.

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after hours

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

PAWS

All ages with a caregiver. n Montross, Saturdays, 11:00–11:30 n England Run, 1st Saturdays, except March 5* and May 7*. 11:00–11:30 n Headquarters, Saturdays, March 19, April 9, and May 21. 1:30–2:00

for reading Grades K–6 Reading with therapy dogs trained to be avid listeners.

The library provides books, or bring a favorite. Practice your reading and collect a bookmark, too.

All ages with a caregiver.

Pajamas welcome! n Salem Church, Tuesdays, except May 3, 7:00–7:30 n Porter, Wednesdays, except March 30 and May 4* 7:00–7:30 n Montross, 2nd Tuesdays, 7:00–7:30 n Cooper, 4th Thursdays, 7:00–7:30 *Special themed class will be held on this date.

Grow a Reader Specials!

Happy Mother’s Day!

May the 4th Be with You!

Ages 2–5 with a caregiver. n Snow, Monday, May 2, 11:00–11:30 n Porter, Friday, May 6, 9:30–10:00 and 10:30–11:00 n England Run, Saturday, May 7, 11:00–11:30 Happy Mother’s Day! Stories, songs and activities.

Daycares welcome.

n Porter, 1st Saturdays, 10:30–12:00 n England Run, 1st Saturdays, 2:00–3:30 n Salem Church, 2nd Saturdays, 1:30–3:00 n Cooper, 2nd Thursdays, 4:00–5:00 n Headquarters, Saturdays, March 19, April 9, and May 21, 2:15–3:45 n Montross, 4th Tuesdays, 6:30–7:30 n Snow, 4th Saturdays, 1:00–2:30

You can read with Trevor, pictured above, at England Run and Headquarters.

BRANCH KEY

n Porter, Wednesday, May 4, 7:00–7:30. Space stories and activities

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n Snow n Cooper n Montross n Newton

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kids learn & grow Classes and events for kids in grades K–6 Children’s Fun

n Cooper, Thursdays, 4:00–5:00 Join us each week for stories, games, and crafts. Sign up.

Movie Magic

n Cooper, 3rd Wednesdays, 3:00–4:30. Popcorn will be served.

Fabulous Friday: March Hoopla

n Porter, Friday, March 11, 4:30–5:15. It’s all about basketball!

Fabulous Friday: Shake Your Shillelagh!

n Snow, Friday, March 11, 4:30–5:15 Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with shimmering shamrocks and Irish fun.

Fabulous Friday: Trash to Treasure

n Snow, Friday, April 8, 4:30–5:15 Use our trash to make your treasure.

ic h p a r G s Novel Amelia Rules: Book One, Amelia vs. the Sneeze Barf

Jimmy Gownley

El Deafo Cece Bell

Luz Sees the Light

Claudia Dávila

May the Fourth

Fabulous Friday: Pop Art Animals

n England Run, Friday, March 4, 4:30–5:15. Use unusual colors and patterns to create an original work of art with artist Mary Gallagher Stout.

n Newton, Wednesday, May 4, all day. Create a Star Wars themed craft to take home and have your photo taken to become a Jedi or a Sith.

Rapunzel’s Revenge

Shannon Hale

Smile

Raina Telgemeier

Join us for this national celebration of books and reading for youth.

Visit your nearest branch to receive a special bookmark and attend a free class.

Sybil the Backpack Fairy: Book One, Nina Michel Rodrigue

To Dance: A Memoir

Siena C. Siegel

MAY 2–8 For more classes and events for ages K–6 see pages 6, 14, 16, and the back cover.

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Zita the Spacegirl: Book One, Far From Home Ben Hatke

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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, empowering hands-on exploration and developing critical thinking skills. All while having fun!

Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math

Fabulous Friday: Minecraft Mania

n Salem Church, Friday, March 4 and March 18, 4:30–5:15 n Headquarters, Friday, March 11, 4:30–5:15 Explore, build, and craft your way through Minecraft in real life.

Fabulous Friday: Compost Much?

n Porter, Friday, April 8, 4:30–5:15 Make your own compost and stock it with worms. The staff from the Rappahannock Regional Solid Waste Management Board will show us how.

Fabulous Friday: Freaks of Nature

Fabulous Friday: Optical Illusions

n England Run, Friday, April 1, 4:30–5:15. Celebrate April Fool’s Day with a tricky story. Bend your brain with all sorts of optical illusions and then make your own!

n Headquarters, Friday, April 8, 4:30–5:15 Sometimes, the truth about animals is stranger than fiction. Explore freaky nature with games, crafts, and activities. Sign-up begins March 1.

What in the World

n Montross, Tuesday, May 17, 6:30–7:30. Explore wild world records with hands on activities.

Is Your Child in Kindergarten?

Fabulous Friday: Math Masterminds

January 19–March 31

n Salem Church, Friday, April 1 and 15, 4:30–5:15. Great thinking changes the world! Experience math in music, art, technology, and history.

Tell someone at the Children’s Desk and you will receive a prize in celebration of our recent campaign to ensure that every kindergarten student has a library card!

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Math O’ Magic

n Montross, Tuesday, April 19, 6:30–7:30. Create geometric masterpieces.

For more classes and events for ages K–6, see pages 6, 14, 15, and the back cover.

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teen place learning and fun, just for teens in grades 6-12

Health Being Me with OCD

Alison Dotson

Create It At Your Library

Play video games, create art, and get together with fans of manga and anime.

n Porter, Monday, March 7, 6:00-8:00 n Headquarters, Tuesday, March 8, 6:30–8:30 n Snow, Wednesday, March 9, 3:30–5:30 n England Run, Thursday, March 10, 3:30–5:30 n Salem Church, Thursday, March 10, 3:30–5:30 I think. I create. I invent. Drop in.

n Porter, 1st Mondays, 6:00–8:00 n Salem Church, 2nd Mondays, 6:00–8:00 n England Run, 3rd Fridays, 3:30–5:00

Julie Murphy

I Don’t Know What I Want But I Want to Be Happy Kimberly Kirberger

Survivor Book Club

n Montross, 2nd Tuesdays, 6:30–7:30 YA Reading group led by Mikayla Harley. Teens will chose a survivor book to read and discuss each month.

n Salem Church, Monday–Thursday, 3:30–7:30. Get connected with OurSpace, a wireless computer space for middle and high school students. Teens can hang out with friends, play games, learn new skills, express themselves, and explore their interests.

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Pressure: True Stories by Teens about Stress

edited by Al Desetta

Taking Care of Your “Girls”

n Newton, Wednesday, March 23, 6:30–8:00 Learn techniques for using duct tape and take home a craft.

BRANCH KEY

Toni Weschler

Dumplin’

In celebration of Teen Tech Week

Duct Tape Crafts: The Basics

Cycle Savvy: The Smart Teen’s Guide to the Mysteries of Her Body

Marisa Weiss and Isabel Friedman

Will Puberty Last My Whole Life? n Headquarters, 4th Tuesdays, 7:00–8:00. Drop in.

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2015 First Place Winner: Grades 10-12 Excerpt from Goodbye and Forever

by Kelly F., Courtland High School

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Celebrate National Poetry Month by submitting your original poetry. Entries will be judged by Amanda Rutstein, Adjunct English Instructor and Assistant Director of the Writing Center at the University of Mary Washington. Winners are awarded cash prizes, courtesy of the Friends of the Library, and invited to read their work. Two categories, Grades 7–9 and Grades 10–12. Entries will be accepted online at librarypoint.org/teenpoetry. Maximum of three entries.

Claudia Emerson Teen Poetry Night n Headquarters, Thursday, May 19, 7:30– 8:30. Celebrate National Poetry Month with poetry readings by the winners of the Claudia Emerson Teen Poetry Contest, as well as by our host and judge, Amanda Rutstein from the University of Mary Washington. All ages.

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These grey watercolors of insults dim the sidewalk but I’ll color kindness until it covers the world.

I am as talkative as empty guitars and soundless pages.

I jump into stories that take my heart— fall into blue light of love too many times, the dizzy dots sprinkle my vision; I have never seen anything more beautiful in my life.

I’ll still see my peers in vintage white T’s, cigarettes, rattling cars, silhouettes— I’ll still be wearing my flowers, holding my cactus.

Purple ballet flats and Disney songs of the past call through to me on the streets at night.

When I’m older I’ll be younger.

“Cuando las cigarras llegan”– I’ll return.

n Headquarters, Entries accepted Tuesday, February 16–Tuesday, February 23, at the Youth Services Desk. Exhibit February 27–March 24. Applications available at all branches and at librarypoint.org; please bring two forms per piece of art.

Cash Prizes! Grades 9-12.

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rappahannock reads Rappahannock Reads is our invitation to everyone in the community to read the same book and engage in library events reflecting on the book’s themes. This year we have chosen 10% Happier: How I Tamed the Voice in My Head, Reduced Stress Without Losing My Edge, and Found Self-help that Actually Works: A True Story, by Dan Harris. In choosing this title, we thought, “Who doesn’t want to be happier?!”

You may know Dan Harris’ story: He’s the television anchor who had a very public meltdown on air at Good Morning America, prompting him to seek help. He found it through what he initially thought to be an unlikely route: meditation. His award winning, hilarious memoir takes you on his journey to happiness. Learn the neuroscience research on the benefits of meditation, why CEOs and Marines use meditation, and how happiness is achievable.

Meditat on/ M ndf lness Crafting Calm: Projects and Practices for Creativity and Contemplation

by Maggie Oman Shannon (book) Meditation: Practicing Presence in Every Moment of Your Life

by Eckhart Tolle (audiobook) Mindfulness: An Eight-Week Plan for Finding Peace in a Frantic World

by Mark Williams (book/eBook) Mindfulness in Motion: A Happier, Healthier Life Through Body-centred Meditation

by Tamara Russell (book)

Check out your copy of 10% Happier today, and join in the community conversation through events like this one.

For more 10% Happier events, look for this Rappahannock Reads logo.

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Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction with Dr. John McLaughlin n England Run, Thursday, March 3, 7:00– 8:30. We kick off our conversation by hosting a presentation by Dr. John McLaughlin, a co-founder of Insight Meditation Community of Fredericksburg and a teacher of mindfulness-based stress reduction at Mary Washington Hospital. Q&A follows.

Refreshments served.

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Mindfulness is Better Than Chocolate

by David Michie (book/eBook) Music for Sound Healing

by Steve Halpern (CD) New World Mindfulness

by David McCown (book) Real Happiness: The Power of Meditation, a 28-day Program

by Sharon Salzburg (book/eBook)

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HEALTH FAIR

Chair Yoga

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Saturday, March 19 1:00–4:00 at England Run

Chair Yoga

Local health care providers, organizations, and businesses will join us for an afternoon of information on health and wellness for all.

Screenings and demonstrations, too!

Fun and educational for all ages!

The Lupus Recovery Diet

n Headquarters, Wednesday, March 23, 7:00–8:30. Jill Harrington, author of The Lupus Recovery Diet, will share her insights as well as prepared recipes.

Sponsored by the Fredericksburg Food Cooperative, a newly formed cooperative hoping to make local, organic, and sustainable food available year-round.

Alzheimer’s and Dementia

Presented by the Alzheimer’s Association

Living with Alzheimer’s and Dementia

n Headquarters Library, Friday, April 8, 10:00–2:00 Lunch is provided. RSVP to lmyers@alz.org or 540-370-0835.

For People with Dementia A session for those with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. Hear from others who have been in your shoes, and learn what steps to take to navigate this chapter of your life.

n Montross, Tuesdays, 12:00–12:45. Keep active with chair yoga.

Certified instructor Kay Hawkins shows you how.

Alzheimer’s Disease Prevention Workshop

n Porter, Thursday, March 3, 11:00– 12:00. If you or someone you know is experiencing memory loss or behavioral changes, it’s time to learn the facts. Join Jane Priest of the Alzheimer’s Association.

Sign up by calling the library at 540-659-4909 or the Alzheimer’s Association at 1-800-272-3900.

Drop-ins welcome.

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

Porter’s Awesome Seniors Exercise Class

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

Red Cross Blood Drive

n Porter, Thursday, April 21, 1:00-7:00 n England Run, Thursday, April 28, 2:00-6:00 It’s easy to donate blood! Walk-in donors welcome, or sign up at redcrossblood.org.

Donors must be 17 years or older.

Year-Round Fitness Walk

n Porter, Year round.

Choose between a 5 and 10 kilometer walk, following sidewalks and bike paths along local residential streets.

Co-hosted by: The Germanna Volkssport Association (GVA). Call or visit the branch for details.

For Family Members— Early Stage Alzheimer’s A session for family members of those in early stage Alzheimer’s. Learn what changes to expect, and strategies for coping.

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for adults Homeschooling 101

n England Run, Wednesday, March 30, 7:00–8:00. Join a veteran homeschool mom of 15+ years to discuss the benefits, difficulties, and joys of homeschooling. Learn how the library can be one of your family’s most important educational resources.

Literary Grief Support Group

n Montross, Wednesdays, 11:00–12:00 Facilitated by Ann Rubio.

Find Your Family

n Newton, Thursdays. One-on-one help learning to navigate the Ancestry Library Edition and World Vital Records databases to trace your family tree. Sign up.

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Tea Time

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

Tech Zoo: eReading and Apps

n Porter, 4th Tuesdays, 3:00–5:00 Learn about eReaders and tablets and the library’s selection of free eMagazines, eBooks, eAudiobooks.

March—Rappahannock Reads 10% Happier by Dan Harris and we’ve 10 got apps that will HAPP%I ER A RAPPAH make you happy!

READS PRANNOCK OGRAM April—Money Smart apps to help you and your pocketbook.

May—Power Up and learn about powerful free apps.

Mother’s Day Tea Friday, May 6, 12:30

Montross Branch.

Celebrate mothers with stories and songs.

Light refreshments served.

Facilitated by Daisy Howard Douglas.

free tax ax preparation clin cs clinics

Bring your social security cards, photo IDs, last year’s return, all necessary forms and receipts (W2s, 1099s, 1095-As etc.), childcare provider’s ID number, amount of other income or economic Rappahannock United Way stimulus payments, and bank routing Earned Income Tax Credit and account numbers if requesting (EITC) Clinics direct deposit.

Eligibility: Maximum 2015 income of AARP Tax Aid $60,000, regardless of family size. Visit Clinics www.RUWFreeTaxes.org or call the RapAppointments required, pahannock United Way for more informabut some limited walk-ins tion at 540-373-0041. No appointments may be accepted. Call the required. branch for an appointment n Headquarters: January 26–April 12, no more than one week Tuesdays 4:00–8:00* in advance. n England Run: January 25–April 11, n England Run: January 25–April 11, Mondays 4:00–8:00* Mondays and Saturdays 9:00–2:00 n Porter: January 27–April 13, Wednesn Salem Church: February 3–April 15, days 4:00–8:00* Wednesdays and Fridays n Salem Church: January 28–April 14, 10:00–2:00 Thursdays 4:00–8:00* n Snow: February 6–April 9, *7:00 is the latest a return may be started, as the clinic closes promptly at 8:00.

Saturdays 9:00–2:00

Two premier resources for investment data, research, and analysis.

Full-page reports with analyst commentaries and rankings.

Free Wills for Seniors and Resource Fair Sponsored by Rappahannock Legal Services

England Run • Monday, May 16, 9:30–3:00 Rappahannock Legal Services, Inc.’s first annual FREE Wills for Seniors and Resource Fair. For eligibility and screening contact Carolyn Ross 540-371-1105, ext. 111 or cross@rapplegal.com. Pre-registration required.

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FredLUG: Home Computing with Linux

n England Run, Saturday, March 26, 9:00–11:00. Join FredLUG (the Fredericksburg Linux User’s Group) for a discussion on how the open source operating system Linux can be used as a platform to perform common home computing tasks.

House and Home series

n England Run, Saturdays, 10:00. Local professionals offer tips for homeowners. Organized by Mellanie Kibel of Century 21 New Millennium.

April 23—Renovations that Pay FA Design Services will share the types of renovations that can add or decrease the value of your property.

March 5—Trees: Selection, Planting, and Care Presentation and Q&A by certified arborist Matthew Tierney.

March 12—Home Buying 101 Learn the home buying process and have your questions answered by local real estate agent Mellanie Kibel.

April 30—Understanding Your Credit and Credit Repair Dave Oliverio will help you understand the various credit scoring tiers and credit repair.

April 9—Fixer Upper: How to Create Your Dream Home Aaron Simmons will teach you how HGTV shows like Fixer Upper and Property Brothers help people afford their dream homes.

Cooking On A Budget

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n Salem Church, Wednesday, April 27, 12:00. Need ideas for quick, nutritious, low cost meals? April Payne from the Spotsylvania Extension Office shares shopping and cooking tips. Sample a delicious meal prepared during the class!

n Porter, 3rd Saturdays, 10:00–11:30. Workshops offered by the Virginia Credit Union. To register, visit vacu.org or call the Porter Branch at 540-659-4909. Drop-ins welcome.

Keys to Confident Home Financing

March 19. 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

May 21. Learn the components of a credit score and how can you build and maintain great credit.

Making Your Money Last in Retirement

n Headquarters, Monday, April 25, 6:30–8:00

Retirement Income Planning

College Admissions: Tips and Tricks for Parents

April 16 Money-smart strategies to help you make informed decisions when it’s time to retire or change jobs.

Preparing Financially for the Unexpected

n Headquarters, Wednesday, April 27, 6:30–8:00

Join Brad Ellis, Financial Advisor with the Edward Jones investment firm, for timely information and Q&A on one or both of these topics.

n Porter, Thursday, April 28, 7:30– 8:30. College and career coach Felice Rollins helps you ready your student for college with tips on choosing the right college, navigating the application process, creating a timeline, and finding financial aid and scholarships.

Foundations of Investing n Salem Church, Wednesday, April 27, 7:00–8:00 Edwin Peterson from the Edward Jones investment firm hosts an introductory seminar on how to invest in today’s market.

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movies It Comes to LIfe! Hollywood’s MuMMies

n Headquarters, Monday, April 11, 7:00–8:00. Ancient Egypt and particularly mummies have offered highly creative inspiration for feature movies. Trent Nicholas from the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts will provide film history background on the art and characteristics of this Hollywood sub–genre and note attitudes regarding “exotic” views of Ancient Egyptian culture.

Excerpts from 1932’s The Mummy with Boris Karloff will be shown.

Best Film Directors A SERIES WITH INSIDER COMMENTARY AND CLIPS n Headquarters, 1st Thursdays, 6:30–8:30 Presented by film expert Gary Olsen.

Walt Disney • April 7

An innovator in animation, Walt Disney introduced to the world the feature film cartoon when Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs premiered to enthusiastic audiences. Veteran film lecturer Gary Olsen traces Disney’s earliest efforts in animation and his ability to transcend short cartoons into full-scale ambitious film productions. We will also examine some of the Walt Disney Company’s films in depth, including The Lion King and Sleeping Beauty.

Federico Fellini • May 5

In a career spanning 50 years, Federico Fellini forged new ground from his baroque beginnings to a unique combination of the real world with fantasy that exploded on the screen in the mid-1960’s. We will examine the Italian director and scriptwriter’s life and movie career and trace his evolution from his neo-realistic films such as La Strada, to his much-heralded 8 ½, and the unreal Juliet of the Spirits, with its extravagant look that still persists.

The Rappahannock Film Club Presents

n England Run, 3rd Wednesdays, 6:00–9:00 Join the Rappahannock Film Club for a night of movie excitement!

A short discussion of the film will kick off the event for the evening with a question and answer session to follow.

December 16—Russian Ark (2001) January 20—Dancer In The Dark (2000) February 17—Persona (1966) March 16—The Cook, The Thief, His Wife & Her Lover (1989) April 20—Taxi Driver (1976) May 18—Slumdog Millionaire (2008)

Cinema Night

n Cooper, 2nd and 4th Tuesdays, 6:008:00. Movies with popcorn provided!

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Shakespeare on the Big Screen

n England Run, Saturday, April 2, 1:00–4:45 Celebrate Shakespeare’s 400 year legacy by watching one of his best comedies, Much Ado About Nothing (PG-13), in two versions. First travel to Renaissance-era Tuscany and watch Kenneth Branagh’s riotous adaptation before fast-forwarding to modern California to view Joss Whedon’s more intimate movie, filmed entirely in his own home.

More Shakespeare on the Big Screen— Porter’s Saturday Matinee Movie

n Porter, 3rd Saturdays, 1:30 March 19: 10 Things I Hate about You—a modern take on The Taming of the Shrew.

April 16: Anonymous— was Shakespeare a fraud?

May 21: Twelfth Night— a romantic comedy of mistaken identity.

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Saturday Movie Matinee

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crafts

games Bridge

Ripping Yarns

n Salem Church, 1st and 3rd Tuesdays, 12:30–4:00 A bridge group for the novice to mid–level players.

Players must have basic knowledge of bidding and the play of the hand.

Learn To Knit

n Porter, Wednesdays, 12:00–4:00 Both experienced players and those who would like to learn to play Mahjong are welcome.

Stafford Piecemakers Quilt Guild

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

n Snow, Tuesdays, 1:00–3:00 Bring your own needlework or other handcrafts and enjoy the fellowship of other handworkers. n Montross, Wednesday, March 30, 3:00–4:00. Learn to knit with Linda D. Baker. Bring your knitting needles and enjoy an introductory lesson.

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

No Dropped Stitches: Drop–in Needlework Group

n Porter, Fridays, 10:00–12:00 Get advice, chat, and share what you’re working on with others.

Crafts & Company

n Newton, Thursdays, 10:00– 12:00. Bring in your current craft project and enjoy the company of fellow crafters.

DIY for Adults

n Cooper, 4th Wednesdays, 1:00–2:00. Time for the adults to have some fun with games, crafts, and other hands-on activities. Bring a friend!

March 23—Egg carton wreaths April 27—Photo puzzle gifts May 25—Fun with driftwood

Oyster Shell Candle Holder

n Montross, Thursday, May 19, 6:30–7:30. Bring your glue gun and make a nautical light. Sign up.

Mahjong Players Group

Expert Bridge

55+ with the Library & Parks and Rec CRRL librarians will visit the 55+ crowds at Stafford and Spotsylvania Parks and Rec activities for special events.

In Stafford: Weekly luncheons on second Thursdays of the month at the Rowser Building. For information, call Stafford Parks and Recreation at 540-658-5116, or visit staffordparks.com.

In Spotsylvania: Second Mondays of the month at the Marshall Center. For information, call Snow Branch at 540-507-7565.

Rappahannock Reads: 10% Happier

n Rowser Building, Thursday, March 10, 12:15 n Marshall Center: Monday, March 14, 11:00 We’ll discuss the Rappahannock Reads selection, 10% Happier

by Dan Harris.

10% R E HAPPINOCK HAN M A RAPPAPR OGRA READS

Money Smart

n Rowser Building, Thursday, April 14, 12:15 n Marshall Center: Monday, April 11, 11:00 Books, apps, and more on how to live well on a fixed budget.

Mini CRRL-Con

n Rowser Building, Thursday, May 12, 12:15 n Marshall Center, Monday, May 9, 11:00 A comic book convention for adults! The fun includes coloring pages, a superhero craft, and clips from superhero TV shows.

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Poetry Anthologies

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national Poetry Month Poetry Month Kick-off

n England Run, Tuesday, April 5, 7:00. Kick off National Poetry Month with open mic poetry readings and music in the comfort of our library living room. Bring your own poems to read, bring an instrument and song, or just come to relax and listen.

Family friendly readings and music, please.

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Submit Your Original Poems!

March and April. To celebrate National Poetry Month the library will print and distribute a select few original poems as part of our Poem in Your Pocket giveaway.

Submit your original poem for consideration! Visit us at librarypoint.org/poeminmypocket

Poem in Your Pocket

The library joins the Academy of American Poets in celebrating Poem in Your Pocket Day! We’ll be distributing poem scrolls to visitors in our branches and at our Lobby Stops randomly throughout the month.

Drop by for your poem scroll!

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. For details: riversidewriters.com Special event: A Parade of Poetry on April 9!

Local Author @ the Library— John F. Feet

n England Run, Saturday, March 5, 1:00–4:00. Meet John F. Feet, author of Return of the Christian, Volume 1: The Stand, the first in a series that is designed to encourage and remind American Christians of their duty to stand on the entire Gospel at all times.

Inklings: CRRL Writers n England Run, 1st Wednesdays, 7:00–8:30 n Porter, 3rd Saturdays, 2:00–3:30 Informal writing workshops for the novice, the pro, and everyone in between. Learn about different aspects of writing, share your drafts and scribbles, and receive feedback from a supportive writers’ group! Spring topics: March—Poetry April—How to Write a Sonnet May—Playwriting

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book groups New members are always welcome!

Headquarters Book Group

n Headquarters, 2nd Mondays, 7:30–9:00 March 14—All the Light We Cannot See

by Anthony Doerr April 11—Her by Harriet Lane May 9—Flora by Gail Godwin

Porter Pairings

Book Club

Readers of the Round Table

n Montross, 2nd Fridays, 11:00–12:00 March 11—The Wright Brothers

by David G. McCullough April 8—Moby Dick by Herman Melville May 13—The Ghost by Robert Harris

Snow Book Group

n Snow, 3rd Tuesdays, 11:00–11:45 Join us for a lively book discussion.

Reading Guild at the Beach

n Cooper, 3rd Tuesdays, 6:00–8:00 Meets each month to review books.

Bring a dish to share.

England Run Book Group

n England Run, 4th Tuesdays, 7:00–8:00 March 22—The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern April 26—Major Pettigrew’s Last Stand by Helen Simonson May 24—The Wright Brothers by David G. McCullough

n Zibibbo 73, 2nd Tuesdays, 7:00. Enjoy good books and see what wine the folks at Zibibbo 73 have paired with the month’s book selection! Call the branch at 540-659-4909 for more information.

March 8—The Boys in the Boat: Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold at the 1936 Olympics

by Daniel Brown April 12—Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel May 10—H is for Hawk by Helen Macdonald Zibibbo 73 Trattoria and Wine Bar is located at 2757 Jefferson Davis Hwy., Stafford.

Wine and comestibles available for purchase.

Book It!

n Salem Church, 4th Tuesdays, 7:00–8:00 March 22—The Wives of Los Alamos

by TaraShea Nesbit April 26 —Deep Down Dark: The Untold Stories of 33 Men Buried in a Chilean Mine, and the Miracle That Set Them Free by Hector Tobar May 24—Orphan Train by Christina Baker Kline

2016 Porter Book Group

n Porter, 1st Thursdays, 7:30–8:45 March 3—Orphan Train by Christina Baker Kline April 7—Brain on Fire: My Month of Madness by Susannah Cahalan May 5—All the Light We Cannot See

by Anthony Doerr

Enjoy books? Enjoy beer? n Adventure Brewing Company, 3rd Thursdays, 6:30–8:00 Join the CRRL at Adventure Brewing Company for a club all about books, beer, and some books about beer.

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

March 17—Our Rappahannock Reads selection!

10% 10% Happier: How I Tamed the Voice in My Head, HAPPIER Reduced Stress Without Losing My Edge, and A RAPPAHAN READS PROGNOCK Found Self-help That Actually Works by Dan Harris RAM April 21—Kindred by Octavia E. Butler May 19—Maus: A Survivor’s Tale by Art Spiegelman

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butterflies and gardens What do these have in common, you say? Well, they can all be found at one or another of our library locations!

Salem Church, England Run, and Porter branches all have large vegetable gardens to benefit local food banks, food pantries, and those in need. Headquarters and the Newton Branch have beautifully landscaped grounds with plants and flowers that attract several varieties of butterflies and now the England Run Branch will have a new butterfly garden opening this spring.

The Falls Run Master Gardeners are teaming up with Stafford County Community Facilities and England Run

Branch to establish an oasis for the beautiful, yet threatened, butterflies that visit our area every spring and summer. Modeling this new butterfly garden on the large, luscious butterfly garden already established at Falls Run Community, though on a smaller scale, we will plant butterfly bush, milkweed, bee balm, asters, and other flowering plants and shrubs to attract Monarch and other butterflies to the library at England Run. We hope to have a pollinator garden where butterflies can lay their eggs, find food plants for their larvae (caterpillars), places to form chrysalides, and nectar for adult butterfly food.

No Sting Beekeeping

n Montross, Thursday, April 21, 6:30–7:30 It’s sweet to keep bees. Learn how with John Gray.

n Salem Church, 1st and 3rd Tuesdays, 6:00–8:00 Plant clinics in the lobby.

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Backyard Wildlife

by Christine Lavelle

The Art of Butterfly Gardening

by Mathew Tekulsky Gardening for Birds, Butterflies, and Bees by editors at Birds and Blooms

The Family Butterfly Book

by Rick Mikula

Fabulous Friday: Compost much?

n Porter, Friday, April 8, 4:30–5:15 Make your own compost and stock it with worms. The staff from the Rappahannock Regional Solid Waste Management Board will show us how. A STEM class.

Grades K–6.

Butterfly Gardening

Spice Up Your Landscaping with Herbs

n Montross, Thursday, April 14, 6:30–7:30. Grow herbs anywhere and everywhere. Facilitated by Stephanie Romelczyk.

Container Vegetable Gardening

n Montross, Thursday, May 5, 6:30– 7:30. Grow lots of produce in a small space. Presented by Stephanie Romelczyk. Sign up.

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Stokes Butterfly Book

by Donald Stokes

Touch a Butterfly: Wildlife Gardening with Kids

by April Pulley Sayre

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Interested in downloading an eBook or eAudio to a device?

OverDrive, at overdrive.librarypoint.org, is your go-to place for popular fiction and nonfiction, or if you want to download to a Kindle.

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Our collection includes eBooks and eAudio, and we are adding titles each month. Here are some top picks to download or listen to: In the Garden of Beasts by Erik Larson

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Cabin Fever

by Jeff Kinney

The Secret Chord

by Geraldine Brooks

The Red Queen

by Victoria Aveyard

H is for Hawk

by Helen Macdonald

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The Day the Crayons Came Home

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

Friends of the Library The Friends of the Central Rappahannock Regional Library have launched a website, crrlfriends.org, so that members can renew and donate online, and stay up to date on Friends news, events, and sales. If you haven’t yet renewed your membership for 2016, we invite you to do so through the new online process.

You can easily register, indicate volunteer options, and complete your payment via credit/debit card through PayPal (a secure payment gateway).

Your membership will be good for a year from the date you join or renew.

Book Sales Headquarters Library

All bra feature nches year sales as -round well!

Big Spring Book Sale Friends Preview Party, Friday, April 15 7:00–9:00. Join the Friends at the door.

Saturday, April 16, 9:00–5:30 Sunday, April 17, 1:00–5:30 Monday, April 18, 9:00–9:00: 1/2 price day Tuesday, April 19, 9:00–9:00: $5 box day Wednesday, April 20, 9:00–9:00: $1 box day

England Run Branch Thursday, March 24–Monday, March 28 Thursday, April 28–Monday, May 2 No book sale in May. Saturday, May 7, Annual Plant Sale Saturdays are 1/2 price day. Sundays and Mondays are $1 bag days.

Salem Church Branch Friday, March 18–Thursday, March 24 Friday, April 15–Thursday, April 21 Friday, May 20–Thursday, May 26 Tuesdays and Wednesdays are 1/2 price days. Thursdays are $1 bag days.

The Friends are recognizing retired library director Donna Cote and her 44 years of service to the CRRL with a new membership category. The Cote Society honors Donna’s many contributions to the library and the community. Please consider making a donation at the Cote level this year.

Porter Branch Friday, March 4–Wednesday, March 9 Friday, April 1–Wednesday, April 6 Friday, May 6–Wednesday, May 11 Mondays are 1/2 price day. Tuesdays and Wednesdays are $1 bag days.

To join the Friends of the CRRL or to renew your membership, go online to crrlfriends.org. Or fill out the form below and mail to Friends of CRRL, P.O. Box 201, Fredericksburg, VA 22404. Your membership will be sent to your local chapter.

Chapter: q Fredericksburg q Spotsylvania Phone

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q Stafford q Westmoreland

Email

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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 Mailings q Sorting Books q Book Sale Cashier

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q Book Sale Preparation q Book Sale Refreshments q All of the above

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

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

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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

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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

All branches closed Sunday, March 27, for Easter Sunday May 29 Monday, May 30, for Memorial Day

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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 May 1

Take the library with you all summer for relaxation, trip planning, and incentive-based programs to keep all ages reading and learning.

Read Across America

Fun–filled activities in honor of Dr. Seuss’ Birthday! Refreshments will be served. All ages. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. n Headquarters, Saturday, March 5, 10:30–12:00. In partnership with Fredericksburg Education Association

n England Run, Saturday, March 5, 2:00–4:00. In partnership with Hartwood Elementary School

n Porter, Saturday, March 5, 10:00–12:00. In partnership with Mountain View High School Family Career and Community Leaders of America

n Salem Church, Saturday, March 5, 2:00–4:00. In partnership with Spotsylvania Education Association

Alphabet Seuss Special: Happy Birthday!

Stories, songs, and activities. Ages 2–5 with a caregiver.

Daycares welcome. n Headquarters, Tuesday, March 1, 9:30–10:00 n England Run, Wednesday, March 2, 10:00–10:30 and 11:00–11:30

n Porter, Friday, March 4, 9:30–10:00 and 10:30– 11:00 n Snow, Monday, March 7, 11:00–11:30