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Best of CRRL PAGE 25

*Library Cards for All *Teen Art Contest *Holiday Prep * Lynda.com for Business *Friends Volunteers

Winter Reading Challenge PAGE 35

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On the cover: Board Members of the Greater Fredericksburg Black Chamber of Commerce (left to right) Zoraida Shera Id, Outreach; Mary Parnell, Vice President of Education; and Lamont Brown, President. Other members: Latrice Claiborne, Vice President; Patricia Turner, Secretary; Takiyah Roberts, Membership Chair; and Teknesha Robinson, Marketing Chair. The GFBCC meets at Howell on firstThursdays, 6:30 pm-8:00 pm.

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Welcome ............................................ 3

All Ages

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Movies

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Behind the Scenes ............................ 4 Did You Know? .................................. 8 Can't Find It? .................................... 11 Do You Have a Library Card? ......... 16 Take Your Child to the Li bra ry Day ...................................... 18 Parks and Recreation ..................... 21 Community Partners ...................... 24

Grow a Reader for birth-age 5

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After Hours Grades K-6 Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math

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Friends of the Library ..................... 37 Library Info ...................................... 38

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Health and Fitness Book Lists Modern Classics for Commuters (adult) ............... 4 Cooking Corner (adult) ............................................ 32

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MARTHA HUTZEL • DIRECTOR

As one year ends and another begins, we're taking a moment to reflect on our many wonderful accomplishments.

Please join me in thanking our hard-working staff for their daily efforts to fulfill our mission of inspiring lifelong learning for everyone in our community. Read about some of our success in the Best of CRRL on pages 25-26 .

Last year's Winter Reading Challenge (pages 35-36) was so successful that we're doing it again. This year's mission invites you to enjoy books from a variety of exotic locales. Although I'm not typically a regular user, I loved the enthusiasm our Facebook Group generated from the community and look forward to this year's online conversations.

16) kicks off in the schools in mid-January. Even if they've had a library card since they were babies, all kindergarten students can receive a free book at any library between January 14-March 31.

Daisy Howard-Douglas

This February we're honoring African American History Month (pages 5-6) by partnering with the NAACP and Westmoreland storyteller Daisy Howard-Douglas. We hope you'll join us at one of our special events.

It's so important to bring children to the library that there's even a special day encouraging you to visit. Join us for the national celebration of Take Your Child to the Library Day (page 18) when even regular library users are incentivized to visit with special activities and giveaways .

Our annual Kindergarten Library Card Campaign (page

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We are once again partnering with AARP and Rappahannock United Way to provide free Tax Clinics (page 30) for qualified residents . This partnership not only has a tremendous impact on the participants, but on the community as well. Last year's tax clinics at CRRL returned $1,706,248 to the Fredericksburg region.

CRRL continues to grow in many exciting ways. Check out page 28 to see some of our most recent developments at branches both new and familiar, and if you haven't yet visited the Spotsylvania Towne Centre or the Joint Use Branch at the Fried Center, please stop by. We'd love to show you around!

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behind the scenes Janice's job is different every day, thanks to new customers with diverse interests and co-workers who love to share what they are reading.

What has been a favorite or notable responsibility during your tenure so far?

In my 30 years at CRRL, I have had many amazing opportunities. In the 1990s, I was the branch manager who opened Porter Branch in 1992, and then Salem Church Branch in 1994. Creating fun family programs for the community, such as a big Harry Potter party, and the first CRRL Dr. Seuss birthday celebration was very rewarding. Since 2001, I have been CRRL's materials buyer - selecting books, movies, and audiobooks for our collections.

What are your goals for the library's future?

I wou ld like to expand our digital collections - eBooks, eAudios, eMagazines, streaming feature films, and instructional videos - to more people in the community. The library already offers tens of thousands of these at no charge, but the demand is growing.

Which books are you reading, audiobooks are you listening to, or movies or series are you watching?

I read w idely and randomly. I always have an audiobook or two on my phone and love book-based movies. My recent favorite books were Circe, by Madeline Miller, Atonement, by Ian McEwan, and

Bellewether, by Susanna Kearsley.

Janice Black Collection Services Coordinator

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

If CRRL doesn't own something t hat you are looking for, submit a Suggest a Purchase request and we'll try our hardest to add it to the collection or borrow it from another library through interlibrary loan.

Commuter Make the long commute and traffic disappear with one of these downloadable modern classics.

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Invisible Man Ralph Ellison eBook • eAudio

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Things Fall Apart Chinua Achebe eBook • eAudio

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Genealogical Research Webinar Series: African American Genealogy Howell, Wednesday, February 6,' 10:30-12:_00 For. m ore gene logical w ebinacs:. see page 29.

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Porter, Saturday, February 2, 2:00-3:30.

Snow Date: February 23, 2:00-3:30.

Community leaders share literature and music in celebration of African American History. In partnership with the Stafford NAACP.

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Holiday Open House

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Montross, Thursday, December 20, 5:30-7:00 Celebrate the season with crafts, activities, and refreshments. Enjoy a personal visit with Santa.

Fabulous Friday: Holiday Gift Makerlab Fredericksburg, Friday, December 14, 4:30-5:15.

Grades K-6.

Make and Take: Cookie Decorating

• Festive Door Decoration Montross, Monday, December 3, 6:30-7:30. Bring your own wide wired ribbon.

Tree Trimming & Ornament Making Newton, Monday, December 3, 5:00-7:00 Montross, Thursday, December 6, 1:00-9:00

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Fredericksburg, Friday, December 7, 2:00-3:00.

Materials provided. Sign up at librarypoint.org. For adults.

Colonial Christmas Open House Fredericksburg, Wednesday, December 12, 5:30-7:00. Special guests: Washington Heritage Museums, The George Washington Foundation, James Monroe Museum, Patawomeck Indian Tribe, Rappahannock Colonial Heritage Society, and Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National M ilitary Park.

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Fredericksburg, Thursday, December 6, 7:00-8:00.

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Montross, Friday, December 7, 9:00-5:30. Special extended hours from 9:00-5:30 with holiday stories and light refreshments from 5:00-5:30.

Cooper, Thursday, December 20, 11:30-1:00. Join the staff for a Christmas get together. Bring your favorite dish to share.

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Cooper, Thursday, December 13, 3:30-4:30. Grades K-6

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Salem Church, Friday, December 7, 10:00-10:30 and 11 :00-11 :30. Stories, songs,and activities to celebrate Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, and the Winter Solstice.

Stories, songs and activities with a special visit from Santa.

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great events for all ages

January 16, 5:006:00. Phil McKenney shares songs, stories, and drawings profi ling performers from the musical shockw ave of the 50's.

Create a Bird Feeder Montross, Monday, January 7, 6:00-6:30 Presented by Westmoreland State Park.

STEM exploration labs for all ages including a 3D printer.

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Howell, Mondays and Wednesdays, except December 24 and 31, January 21, February 18, 3:30-5:30 Porter, Tuesdays and Thursdays, except December 25, 27 and January 1, 3, 3:30-5:30

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Fredericksburg, Tuesdays and Thursdays, except December 25, 27, January 1, 3:30- 5:30 Salem Church, Fridays, 3:30-5:30; Saturdays, 10:00-12:00, except December 22 and 29, January 19, February 16

Schedule subject to change; calls to conf irm are welcome.

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You can search for grants at the library. Grants Connection is available at Fredericksburg, Howell, Porter, and Salem Church; and Foundation Directory and Grants to Individuals are available at Fredericksburg Branch.

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Keep track of items you're interested in reading or watching by adding them to your "For Later" shelf in the catalog. librarypoint.bibliocommons.com

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From romance to suspense, teens can find their next great read using one of CRRL's popular book lists. librarypoint.org/teen_book_lists

Acting and Film Production Fredericksburg, 1st Sundays 2:003:00. Presented by Wendy A. Latella.

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December 2 Production: Production Assistant January 6 Spot the Scam: Live Your Dreams Without Fearl February 3 Production: From Idea to Distribution

Fredericksburg: 2018 Teen Art Show W inners Howell: Jeanne Tanks Salem Church: G. Sean Walker Porter: Gif ty Annan-Mensah

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Fredericksburg: Johnny Johnson's Water Media Workshop Howell: Mary Szymanski Salem Church: Fashion Design Exhibit

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Fredericksburg: Dolores Bumbrey and Sheila Jones Salem Church: Anthony Silver

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If you are researching a topic, we can request journal or newspaper articles, or even census microfilms for genealogical study. There may be a $3 fee per item for shipping.

Download the CRRL mobile app from your phone's app store by searching for "New CRRL Mobile."

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We need your photos to help tell the story of our area during the Vietnam-era (1961-1975). Selections w ill be included in digital or print displays in branches and online . Visit librarypoint.org/ vietnam-photos for details.

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Ages 2- 5 with a ca regiver.

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10:00-10:30 and 11:00-11:30 Cooper, Fridays, except December 21 * , February 8* , 11:00-1 1:30

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All ages with a caregiver.

• Howell, Wednesday, December 12, 10:00-10:30 and 11 :00-11:30

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

Pajamas vv'e lcome!

Fried Center, Tuesdays, 7:00-7:30, except December 25 and January 1 • Salem Church, Tuesdays, except December 11, 18, and 25, January 1, February 12*. 7:00-7:30 • Porter, Wednesdays, except December 12 and 26, January 2, February 13,* 7:00-7:30

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Stories, songs, and activities to support early literacy practices in an environment that adapts to children on the autism spectrum and with other developmental challenges. Youth of all ages with a caregiver. Sign up at librarypoint.org one month prior to class.

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learn & grow Classes and events for grades K-6

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Porter, 1st Saturdays, 10:30-12:00 Howell, 2nd Saturdays, 1:30-3:00 Salem Church, 2nd Saturdays, 1:30-3:00 Fredericksburg, 3rd Saturdays except December 15, 2:15-3:45 Cooper, 2nd Wednesdays, 3:30-4:30 Montross, 4th Mondays except December 24, 6:30-7:30 Snow, 4th Saturdays, except December 22, 1:00-2:30 Towne Centre, 1st Thursdays, 6:30-8:00

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Cooper, Thursday, January 17, 4:00-5:00. Presented by artist Andrea Clement.

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Fabulous Friday: World Myths Fredericksburg, Friday, January 11, 4:30-5:15 Salem Church, Friday, January 18, 4:30-5:15

Happy Birthday, George! All About George Washington Montross, Thursday, February 7, 6:30-7:00. Presented by George Washington's Birthplace.

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Cooper, Thursday, February 21, 3:30-4:30

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Fabulous Friday: Musical Petting Zoo Howell, Friday, February 1, 4:30-5:15. Presented by the Memories Ensemble of the Fredericksburg Concert Band.

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SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 2 Celebrate the importance (and fun) of taking your child to the library.

Drop by the Youth Services Desk at any branch to enjoy an activity and get a prize!

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Snow Date, Saturday, January 26, 6:30-8:30 Howell, Friday, January 25, 6:30-8:30 Snow Date, Friday, February 1, 6:30-8:30 What happens at the library after dark? Come walk the red carpet as we celebrate the event of the year with food, swag bags, music and more!

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Get connected with OurSpace, a teen social space for playing games, doing homework, and getting creative.

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Teen Dating Violence Awareness In February, stop by the Teen area in any of our branches for information on healthy relationships. Everyone deserves a safe and hea lthy relationship. Remember, love has many definitions, but abuse isn't one of them. If you or someone you know has a question about a relationship, healthy or unhealthy:

• call Empowerhouse at (540) 373-9373 • call The Haven at (800) 224-2836 • text "loveis" to 22522 • or visit loveisrespect. org

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Fredericksburg Fairgrounds, 2400 Airport Ave.

Friday, December 7 at 6:30pm-8:30pm Dorothy Hart Community Ctr, 408 Canal St 4yrs and older attend with an adult Tickets: $15 adult/child couple, plus $8 each additional person This is a special night out for c hildren and grownups alike. We'll have music and snacks, our photo booth for selfies and even a professional photographer on hand for those who want something more formal. A dress up night of dancing, fun and memory making!

For info: FredParksRec.com or call 540-372-1 086

Advanced Tickets by Dec. 27: $5 each or $15 family 4-pack After Dec. 27 and on-site: $7 each or $20 family 4-pack (2 yrs and under free admission)

Featuring INDOORS Entertainment and Activities!

Live music and entertainment, kids games, teen area, gryoscope, bounce castle, food vendors, raffles & prizes.

PLUS, 9pm Countdown and Ping Pong Ball Drop

For Info: (540) 372-1086 www.Downtown31.com

gNOWBALL flGffT Saturday, January 26, 2019 3:00pm - 4:30pm Hurkamp Park, 500 William St.

Saturday, December 1, 2018 at 5:30pm

Held snow or shine! Come dressed for the weather, bring drinking water. Children must be supervised by an accompanying adult. Teen and adu lts, bring your group of friends and we'll schedule you for an adults-only match too!

Caroline and Princess Anne Streets in Downtown Come early and stay late!! Enjoy downtown shops and restaurants before and after!

Admission $3 per person or $5 for 2 people. Matches are approxiately every 10 minutes. Signed waivers are required to play.

Free Admission, public invited. Dress for cold weather and wear walking shoes. See our parade map online for more information. Sponsored by Huber Motor Cars and the City of Fredericksburg.

For info: FredParksRec.com or call 540-372-1086

For info: (540) 372-1086 www.fredericksburgchristmasparade.com

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-LOCATED AT THE MARSHALL CENTER 8800 Courthouse Road, Spotsylvania, Va 22551 540-507- 7564 Why should I be a member of the Spotsylvania Senior Center & TRIAD?

• Meet new friends or reconnect with friends you haven't seen in awhile • Experience the safety and comfort of having a personal relationship with our local law enforcement and gain knowledge of illegal activity effecting seniors in our community • Get a monthly mailing of all the events and program opportunities for seniors in our local area • Gain access to many discounts and offerings at local businesses and restaurants • Take part in monthly Potluck Luncheons to gain companionship and listen to seminars on useful information for seniors • Have early access to special events and special programs

It's FUN and it's FREE!!

SPOTSYLVANIA SENIOR CENTER HOURS:

MONDAYS 9:30am- 1:30pm TUESDAYS 9:30am- 2:30pm WEDNESDAYS 9:30am- 1:30pm

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Fl RST WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH 11 :30am-1 :00pm *Please bring a covered d ish to share (unless otherwise noted on the monthly calendar)*

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We partner with more than one hundred local organizations and experts to offer services to our customers and to expand the reach of educational, socia l, and community-building causes.

To explore a CRRL partnership, contact Samantha Thomason, CRRL's Community Relations Manager, at samantha.thomason@crrl.org. To sponsor CRRL classes or events in return for recognition and promotional consideration, visit librarypoint.org/sponsorship.

Kana Zink is the Support Services Coordinator at Empowerhouse, a nonprofit, Virginia accredited domestic violence program providing free confidential services for survivors of domestic violence and their children in Fredericksburg, and Caroline,

''We are excited to partner with the library for Teen Dating Violence Month in February! We will be providing information about red flags of abuse, and resources on how to help a friend who may be experiencing dating violence."

King George, Spotsylvania, and Stafford Counties. Domestic and dating violence affects all individuals, regardless of identity, orientation, or socio-economic status, and Empowerhouse wants to share information so that those impacted know they are not alone. For more on Teen Dating Violence Month, see page 20.

Dulanda Saintcyr, President of the Stafford County Branch NAACP Youth Council, and Metria Singleton, President of the Stafford County Branch NAACP use the library to

host the monthly meetings of the Executive Committee and the Youth Council. The Stafford NAACP has partnered with the library on bringing events to the community including the 2017 Rappahannock Reads speaker Margot Lee Shetterly, author of Hidden Figures.

They will be partnering w ith the Porter Branch on

I value the library as a great resource. I utilize the printers provided for the different assignments/ projects I must complete for school. I also look to the library for access to books that meet my interests.

Saturday, February 2, 2:00-3:30 for the African American Read-In. For more on African American history, see pages 5-6.

We benefit from the library partnership in that working together in the community brings more awareness about each of our organizations.

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Began offeri ng library services at the Barbara J. Fried Center in partnership with Germanna Community College and support from the Stafford County Board of Supervisors.

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Our first streaming video service allows CRRL customers instant access to a collection of more than 30,000 films for adults and 500 for children aged p reschool and up.

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December: Paddington 2 January: Cars 3 February: Sherlock Gnomes

Kanopy THOUGHTFUL ENTERTAINMENT All you need is your library card to get started.

Stream Kanopy on your computer, phone, tablet Apple TV, Chromecast, or Roku device.

Get started at librarypoint.org/kanopy.

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A new parking lot with 56 spaces

Weekly Grow a Reader classes

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The Makerlab has moved into a new location

Coming soon: Two new meeting rooms and three quiet study rooms plus a quiet reading area and adult non-fiction collections

Coming soon: A new additional meeting room that seats 20

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for adults For updates to these listings, visit librarypoint.org Adult Creative Time

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Dog Ownership 101 Howell, Saturday, December 8, 11 :00-12:15.

Presented by Julie Paul, Certified Area Pet Trainer for PetSmart; Pauline Shatswell, Prince William County Animal Control; and Marge Brandel, Greater Fredericksburg Kennel Club.

People-only class. Sign up at librarypoint.org.

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Salem Church, Wednesday, January 2, 6:30-8:30

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Homefit Workshop: Modify Your Home for Safety and Comfort Howell, Thursday, January 10, 1:00-2:30.

Presented by t he AARP.

The 5 R's-- Refuse Reduce Reuse Repurpose Recycle

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Robert E. Lee and the Search for Peace

Grow a Reader Teacher Workshop

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Howell, Tuesday, February 26, 7:00-9:00. For preschool teachers, aides, and daycare providers. Pa rticipants earn two hours of credit for state licensing requirements. Sign up at librarypoint.org. Snow date is Tuesday, March 12.

Genealogical Research Webinar Series Howell, 1st Wednesdays, 10:30-1 2:00 December: Basic Genealogical Research January: Information in Cemeteries February: African American Genealogy. For more African American history, see pages 5-6.

Tea Time Cooper, 2nd Wednesdays, except December 12, 3:00-4:00.

Meet friends and share stories while having a cup of tea and a light treat.

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Tax Clinics

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IRS-trained volunteers will help prepare simple tax returns. Bring:

Salem Church, 4th Tuesdays, except December 25, 10:00-11:00 .

Have a cup of coffee and chat about your favorit e books.

• Photo IDs • Social Security cards for all names on tax returns • Last year's return • All forms and receipts (W2, 1099, 1095- A, etc.)

• Childcare provider's ID number • Amount of any other income or economic stimulus payments if received

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Fredlug: Fredericksburg Linux Users Group

AARP Tax Clinics

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Presented by the Embrace Treatment Foster Care Team

Red Cross Blood Drive

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Appointments required, but some limited walk-ins may be accepted. Call the branch for an appointment.

Howell, Mondays & Saturdays, January 28-April 15, except February 18, 9:00-2:00 Salem Church, Wednesdays and Fridays January 30-April 12, 10:00-2:00 Snow, Saturdays, 9:30-1 :30. February 2-April 13.

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Rappahannock United Way Tax Clinics

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For more information on eligibility, visit rappahannockunitedway.org or ca ll 540-373-0041.

Howell, Mondays, January 28-April 15, except February 18, 4:00-8:00 Fredericksburg, Tuesdays, January 29April 9, 4:00-8:00 Porter, Wednesdays, January 30-April 10, 4:00-8:00

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Howell, 2nd and 4th Saturdays, 2:00-3:00. See event online for performers.

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December: Holiday Themed February: Energy Painting

KNITTING/ CROCHETING A Loosely Knit Group

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Salem Church, 1st Tuesdays 6:30-8:30 Porter, 1st Thursdays, 6:308:30; and 3rd Thursdays, 3:30-5:30 Beginners welcome.

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Porter, Fridays, 10:00-12:00 Bring any craft ing project.

Montross, 2nd and 4th Thursdays, 6:00-7:00. Presented by Linda Dee Baker. Bring yarn and your needles or hook.

Craft Social Cooper, 1st and 3rd Thursdays, 2:00-3:30 Newton, Thursdays, 10:00-12:00

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Snow, Tuesdays, 1:00-3:00

Cooper, 2nd and 4th Thursdays, except December 13, 27, 2:00-3:30. Sign up at librarypoint.org.

Salem Church, Last Thursdays 6:00-8:30

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Senior Exercise Class

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Seated exercise, ages 55+.

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Howell, December 17, January 28, February 25, 11:00 - 12:30

Massage and Meditation Therapy

Montross. Tuesdays, 12:001:00; except December 25 and January 1. Presented by certified instructor Kay Hawkins.

Howell, Thursday, December 13, 1:00-2:30. Presented by the AARP.

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Chair Yoga

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Ripping Yarns Fredericksburg Area Needlework Group

Create Greeting Cards

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Montross. 2nd Wednesdays, 12:00-1:00.

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Sa lem Church 2nd and 4th andtime/ Saturdays 4:00-5:00 . With instructor Kara. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a mat if you have one.

Granola Without a Recipe

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Learn to Make Bread

• Newton, Monday, February 4, 6:307:30. Sign up at librarypoint.org.

How to Bake Cheddar Biscuits

Howell, Saturday, January 26, 2:00-3:00

Cozy Eats

• Salem Church, Wednesday, February 6, 7:00-8:30

• Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat: Mastering the Elements of Good Cooking Samin Nosrat

Small Victories: Recipes, Advice + Hundreds of Ideas for Home-Cooking Triumphs Julia Turshen

The Smitten Kitchen Cookbook Deb Perelman

Secrets of the Southern Table Virginia Willis

The Wellness Mama Cookbook Katie Wells

Bread Toast Crumbs Alexandra Stafford

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book groups

New members are always welcome!

More info at Librarypoint.org/ bookgroups.

Cooper Book Group

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Fredericksburg, 2nd Mondays, 7:30-8:30 December: Here's to Us by Elin Hilderbrand January: Clock Dance by Anne Tyler February: Less by Andrew Sean Greer

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Howell, 4th Tuesdays, except December 25, 7:00-8:00 December: No Meeting January: Beneath a Scarlet Sky

by Mark T. Sullivan February: Dragon Teeth

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by Vanessa Diffenbaugh February: The Wright Brothers by David McCu lloug h

Books and Coffee Book Group

Snow, 3rd Tuesdays, 11:00-12:00 December: Defending Jacob by William Landay Ja nuary: Dreamers of the Day by Mary Doria Russell February: Invisible Thread by Laura Schrof f and Alex Tresniowski

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Katora Coffee, 615 Caroline St, Fredericksburg; 3rd Wednesdays, 7:30-8:30 a.m.

December: The Little Coffee Shop of Kabul by Deborah Rodriguez Ja nuary: Dimestore by Lee Smith February: Behold the Dreamers by lmbolo Mbue

Bridge

Porter, Wednesdays, 1:004:00, except December 26 and January 2. Experienced and beginner players welcome.

Expert Bridge

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December: Heart Berries by Terese Marie Mailhot Ja nuary: Pashmina by Nidhi Chanani February: American Street by lbi Aanu Zoboi

Salem Church, 4th Tuesdays except December 25, 7:00-9:00 December: No Meeting January: Magpie Murders by Anthony Horowitz February: The Gulf by Jack E. Davis

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Porter, 1st Thursdays, 7:30-8:45 December: The Pigeon Tunnel by John Le Carre January: A Gentleman in Moscow

by Amor Towles February: My World - and Welcome To It

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December: A Christmas Memory

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Inklings Writers Group

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Mindful Meditation and Journaling Newton, Tuesdays, January-February, 10:00-10:30. Bring your journal and follow prompts.

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by J. Courtney Sullivan January: Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale Hurston February: Cutting for Stone

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Book selections ca n be picked up at Newton Branch.

December: The Beekeeper's Apprentice by Laurie R. King January: Favorite 2018 Read February: There, There

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Geek out with SNES Classic, Street Fighter Anniversary, and 80s board games.

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Join us for the Second Annual

laâ&#x20AC;¢ 11an1 l-lllan.el II The cold winter months are perfect for curling up with some good books.

Challenge yourself to read four or more this winter, and earn an exclusive, limited-edition CRRL mug for participating.

Sign up at librarypoint.org/winter.

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Between January 1 and March 31, log four or more books online or pick up a paper log at your library.

Come into your local library branch to pick up your mug (while supplies last). Mugs must be claimed by April 15.

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ffrimdJ of the 1jbrary Over 50 years of service to CRRL! Peggy and Mary Belle are longtime CRRL volunteers.

Mary Belle, who began volunteering in 1995, helps select only the very best books for Friends' book sales.

Peggy, who began volunteering in 1990, helps to mend items in need of repa ir, and, at 75, is proud of being

They are also both big fans of mystery author James Patterson.

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December- no sale January 10-14 February 7-11 Saturdays and Sundays: ½ price.

Mondays: $1/bag

Snow Branch December 13-18 January 10-1 5 February 14-19 Saturdays and Mondays ½ price Tuesdays $1/bag

Porter Branch

Howell Branch

December 7-11 January 4-8 February 1-5 Sundays and Mondays: ½ price Tuesdays: $1/bag

December - No sale January 24-28 February 28-March 4 Saturdays and Sundays: ½ price.

Mondays: $1/bag

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December - No sale January 18-23 February 15-20 Sundays and Tuesdays: ½ price Wednesdays: $1/bag

50 years of service!

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1h.ank lJDU 'Frifruu of the 'l!brarlJ /or: Sponsoring this year's Curriculum Connections, teacher resource guide, plus the sweet treat that helps them start the year off right!

Sorting, pricing and running our monthly booksales.

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BOOK SALES

Save the 1Jate The Friends Annual Meeting will be held on Monday, December 10.

Special guest: Gammon Irons, author of Soldier! Oh, Soldier!

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Tobin Society, $25 Wal lace Society, $50 Cote Society, $100

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FOR THE LATEST INFORMATION, VISIT LIBRARYPOINT.ORG , FACEBOOK, OR TWITTER

Contact us at 540-372-1144 804-472-3820 librarypoint.org/contact

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

• Books and CDs are overdue after 2 weeks--20e per day, maximum fee: $3 per item.

• DVDs are overdue after 1 week-$1 per day, maximum fee: $6 per DVD. • The maximum overdue fee per library card is $20.

Juvenile and young adult materials do not accrue overdue fees, though lost items still incur replacement charges.

All branches closed December 23-25, January 1, 21, and February 18.

All branches close at 3:00 on December 31.

1 Fredericksburg Branch 1201 Caroline Street Fredericksburg, VA 22401

2 Howell Branch 806 Lyons Boulevard Fredericksburg, VA 22406

3 John Musante Porter Memorial Branch 2001 Parkway Boulevard Stafford, VA 22554

4 Salem Church Branch 2607 Salem Church Road Fredericksburg, VA 22407 Monday-Th ursday ...... 9:00-9:00 Friday, Saturday .......... 9:00-5:30 Sunday ........................ 1:00-5:30

5 Spotsylvania Towne Centre Branch 390 Spotsylvania Ma ll Fredericksburg, VA 22407 Monday-Saturday ...... 10:00-9:00 Sunday ....................... 11:00-6:00

6 Joint Use Branch at Barbara J . Fried Center Germanna Community College 124 Old Potomac Church Road, Stafford, VA 22554 Monday-Thursday ...... 4:00-8:00 Saturday ...................... 9:00-5:00

7 Abraham and William Cooper Memorial Branch 20 Washi ngt on Avenue Colonial Beach, VA 22443 Monday ....................... 9:00-1:00 Tuesday ....................... 1:00-9:00 Wednesday ................. 1:00-9:00 Thursday ..................... 1:00-5:00 Friday ........................... 9:00-1:00 Saturday ...................... 9:00-1:00

8 C. Melvin Snow Memorial Branch 8740 Courthouse Road Spotsylvania, VA 22553 Monday-Thursday ...... 9:00-9:00 Friday, Saturday.......... 9:00-5:30

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Montross Branch 56 Polk Street, Montross, VA 22520 Monday ....................... 1:00-9:00 Tuesday ....................... 1:00-5:00 Wednesday ................. 9:00-1:00 Thursday ..................... 1:00-9:00 Friday ........................... 9:00-1:00 Satu rday ...................... 1:00-5:00

10 Blake T. Newton Memorial Branch 22 Coles Point Rd Hague, VA 22469 Monday ....................... 1:00-9:00 Tuesday ....................... 9:00-1:00 Wednesday ................. 1:00-5:00 Thursday ..................... 9:00-1 :00 Friday ........................... 9:00-5:00 Saturday ...................... 9:00-1:00

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