April 2015 issuu by Fairfax County Public Library

Free Events April 2015

Meet Mary Kay Andrews, bestselling author of Ladies’ Night, Spring Fever and others. Books available for sale and signing. Light refreshments. Cosponsored by the Fairfax Library Foundation. Sign up online or call 703-324-8428 beginning March 19.

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Book Clubs • Book Sales • Computer and eBook clinics • Children’s events

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Thursday, April 16 at 7:30 p.m. Stacy C. Sherwood Community Center 3740 Old Lee Highway, Fairfax, VA

April is National Poetry Month Celebrate at these poetry events in April Slam Poetry Cafe Thursday, April 2, 6 p.m. Richard Byrd Library

Poetry Readers Roundtable Wednesday, April 15, 7 p.m. Reston Regional Library

Open Mic Night Friday, April 3, 5 p.m. Chantilly Regional Library

Sidewalk Chalk Poetry Thursday, April 16, 1 p.m. Centreville Regional Library

Sherwood Poetry Read-Around Tuesday, April 7, 6:45 p.m. Sherwood Regional Library

School Age Poetry Jam! Readers & Audience Thursday, April 16, 3 p.m. Centreville Regional Library

Poetry Slam! Monday, April 13, 7 p.m. Kingstowne Library

Burke Centre Library 5935 Freds Oak Road Burke, VA 22015 703-249-1520 | TTY: 711 Mon. – Tues.: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. Wed. & Fri.: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Thurs.: 1 p.m. – 9 p.m. Sat.: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Tuesdays in April, 10:00 Tai Chi Come and experience the benefits

Martha’s Poetry Discussion Thursday, April 16, 7 p.m. Martha Washington Library Kids’ Poetry Workshop Tuesday, April 21, 4:30 p.m. Kings Park Library

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of Tai Chi introduced by Dante Gilmer of Still Water Tai Chi Center. Wear comfortable clothes that allow movement. Adults.

Mondays in April, 7:00 English Conversation Practice speaking English with others and improve your skills. Adults.* Mondays in April, 7:00 & 8:00 One-on-One English Practice Practice speaking, reading and writing English with a volunteer partner. Age 8 through adult are welcome.

Teen Poetry Jam! Readers & Audience Thursday, April 16, 4 p.m. Centreville Regional Library

Thursday, April 9, 4:30 Storytime Yoga Join us for stories, stretching and simple yoga poses. Bring a mat or towel and wear comfortable clothing. Certified yoga instructor Karen Hamilton presents. Funded by the Friends of Burke Centre Library. Age 4-8.

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You can register online and also call or visit the branch beginning two weeks before the event. Make arrangements for sign language interpreters, listening systems or real-time captioning at least two weeks in advance at the branch where the event takes place.

Friday, April 10, 1:00 Ancestors 101: Newspapers & Periodicals Uncover what has been published about your ancestors in newspapers and periodicals and fill in the story of their daily lives. Adults. Wednesday, April 15, 10:30 PJ Library Book Buddies Join us as we read selections from the PJ Library and make a craft to take home. PJ Library provides families with a free treasury of Jewish books and music each month. Age 6 months to 5 years with adult. Contact Jennifer. Kanarek@ jccnv.org for more information. Thursday, April 16, 4:30 Magic Tree House Club Who would burn books? Jack and Annie find out when the Magic Tree House whisks them back to ancient China. Will Jack and Annie be able to save at least one book? Print copies are available at the information desk. Age 6-8. Events subject to change. Check the library’s website for up-to-date listings. * = No registration necessary

Saturday, April 18, 10:30 Bricks4Kidz: Robotics Learn basic robotics from a Bricks-4Kids instructor. Age 6-8.

Friday, April 24, 4:30 Bricks 4 Kidz Learn, build and play with LEGO bricks. Content designed by engineers and architects, with exciting themes such as space, inventions and amusement parks. Presented by a Bricks 4 Kidz instructor. Age 5-10. Tuesday, April 28, 1:30 Short Book Conversations Come join our lively discussion of Cain by Jose Saramago. Adults.

Centreville Regional Library 14200 St. Germain Dr. Centreville, VA 20121 703-830-2223 | TTY: 711 Sun.: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. Mon. - Thurs.: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. Fri.: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Sat.: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Basic Internet and Microsoft Office Tutoring Call for an appointment with a technology volunteer. Adults. Tuesday, April 7, 14, 4:00 – 8:00 Wednesday, April 1, 8, 15, 1:00 – 5:00 AARP Tax Assistance Tax assistance from AARP. Preference given to older adults. Adults.*

Wednesday, April 1, 22, 7:00 Starlight Storytime Stories and fun for the whole family. Pajamas and stuffed friends welcome! Age 4 to 8. Thursday, April 2, 10:30 Puppetopia: Favorite Folktales Puppetopia presents Favorite Folktales Featuring Anansi, Brer Rabbit, a wiley green gourd and 2 impossible friends. Parents who attend need to register. Age 4 and up. Saturday, April 4, 18, 3:30 Practice Your English Conversation Group English conversation practice opportunity for adult learners of English. Adults.* Monday, April 6, 13, 20, 7:00 ESL Book Club Adults learning English meet to discuss a book chosen by the group. Ask for title. Adults.* Thursday, April 9, 11:00 Small Wonders Stories and activities. Age 13-23 months with adult. Thursday, April 9, 7:00 Civil War Lecture Jonathan Roberts: The Civil War’s Quaker Scout & Sheriff of Fairfax County, VA by author and historian Mr. Gregory P. Wilson. Cosponsored by the Bull Run Civil War Round Table. Adults plus school age & up.* Saturday, April 11, 10:30 Monday, April 13, 11:00 Thriving Three to Fives Stories and activities. Age 3-5 with adult. Wednesday, April 15, 11:00 Baby & Me! Stories and activities. Birth-12 months with adult.

Thursday, April 16, 1:00 Sidewalk Chalk Poetry Come write an original or favorite published haiku on our library plaza for all to enjoy. Haikus must be approved by library staff before receiving a piece of chalk. One haiku per person. First-come, first-served. All ages. WEATHER PERMITTING.

Thursday, April 16, 23, 11:00 Time for Tots Stories and activities. Age 2-3 with adult. Thursday, April 16, 3:00 School Age Poetry Jam Audience: Come enjoy a poetry reading of favorite and original poems by grade school children. Light refreshments will be served. All ages. Readers: Are you a poet, and know it? Then come share your original work at our Poetry Jam! Have a favorite poem? Share it with us! Light refreshments will be served. Readers age 6-12. Thursday, April 16, 4:00 Teen Poetry Jam Audience: Come enjoy original, and favorite, works of poetry by some of Centreville’s own aspiring poets. Light refreshments will be served. All ages welcome. Readers: Are you a poet, and know it? Then come share your original work at our Poetry Jam! Have a favorite poem? Come share it with us! Light refreshments served. Readers age 1218.

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Saturday, April 18, 10:30 Under the Sea presents Chesapeake Critters Blue crabs, oysters, mud crabs and killfish are some of the animals you’ll meet. Find out about the history and ecology of the Chesapeake Bay. Highly interactive program. Grades 3-6. Monday, April 20, 7:30 5th & 6th Grade Book Club April’s book selections: Paperboy by Vince Vawter and Navigating Early by Clare Vanderpool. Copies will be available at the information desk. Tuesday, April 21, 11:00 Thriving Three to Fives Stories and activities. Age 3-5 with adult. Tuesday, April 21, 7:00 Ravenous Readers April’s title is Shakespeare’s Secret by Elise Broach. Copies available at the information desk. Please bring in whatever else you are reading. Refreshments provided. Grades 7-8. Monday, April 27, 1:00 Sully Book Club Call branch for title. Adults.* Wednesday, April 29, 7:00 A Novel Society Call branch for title. Adults.*

4000 Stringfellow Rd Chantilly, VA 20151 703-502-3883 | TTY: 711 Sun.: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. Mon. - Thurs.: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. Fri.: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Sat.: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Basic Internet and Microsoft Office Tutoring Get one-on-one help with computers, basic Microsoft Office applications and navigating the internet. Call the library to schedule an appointment. Adults. Book-a-Librarian Reserve a free 30-minute session with a professional librarian for personalized research help. Call branch for an appointment. One-on-One English Conversation Practice Practice your English with an ESL volunteer. Register in person only. Call branch for details. Adults. Wednesdays in April, 10:30 & 11:30 Read! Build! Play!: Duplo Storytime Duplo play storytime to help develop and reinforce early literacy skills. Have fun with your little one while building early literacy foundations for reading success. Age 18-35 months with adult. Wednesdays in April, 11:30 Read! Build! Play!: Duplo Storytime Duplo play storytime to help develop and reinforce early literacy skills. Have fun with your little one while building early literacy foundations for reading success. Age 3-5 with adult.

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Wednesday, April 1, 7:00 Mystery Book Club Mystery book discussion group. Call branch for title. Adults.* Thursday, April 2, 10:30 PJ Book Buddies Storytime Everyone who loves books are welcome to join us for stories and fun that relate to Jewish culture, traditions and holidays. Enjoy movement and crafts along with stories. Age 2 ½ -5 with caregiver. Siblings welcome. Contact Jennifer.DeAngelis@jccnv.org for info. Thursday, April 2, 10, 30, 3:00 & 4:00 Monday, April 6, 13, 10:30 Bouncin’ Babies Rhymes, songs, stories and activities for you and your baby. Build an early literacy foundation for your child while enjoying time together. Birth-11 months with caregiver. Thursday, April 2, 5:00 Saturday, April 11, 2:00 Wednesday, April 29, 1:00 eBook Help Get your eBook questions answered. No prior experience required. Please bring your tablet or eReader and library card. Adults.

Thursday, April 2, 9, 6:00 Saturday, April 4, 11, 10:00 VITA Tax Assistance Tax help. IRS-certified volunteers help taxpayers who earned up to $52K. Adults.*

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Tuesdays in April, 10:30 Thursdays in April, 7:00 English Conversation Group Practice your English with other students. Adults.

Tuesday, April 7, 14, 28, 10:30 & 11:30 Toddlin’ Twos Early literacy storytime with stories, songs and activities. Age 2 with caregiver.

Friday, April 10, 2:00 Ready for School Storytime Early literacy storytime program for children ready to be on their own without caregivers or siblings. Age 4-5.

Friday, April 3, 4:30 Kinder-Budds: Book Buddies for Kindergarteners A book discussion group for girls and boys. We’ll be discussing Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs by Judi Barrett. Kindergarteners.

Tuesday, April 7, 14, 28, 1:30 Thursday, April 16, 11:00 Storytime for Three to Fives Early literacy program with stories and activities. Age 3-5 with caregiver.

Saturday, April 11, 1:00 Teen Advisory Board Meeting A meeting of the Chantilly Regional Teen Advisory Board. For students in grades 7-12.

Tuesday, April 7, 4:30 LGBTQ Book Club A book discussion group focusing on LGBTQ themes. Ask for title. Grades 9-12.

Monday, April 13, 4:30 Book Buddies: Book Group for First and Second Graders A book discussion group for girls and boys. Ask for title. Grades 1 & 2.

Tuesday, April 7, 4:30 TBC Teen Book Club A book discussion group for teens. Grades 7-10.

Monday, April 13, 27, 6:45 Writers of Chantilly Share your work, give and receive feedback in a supportive setting. Adults.*

Friday, April 3, 5:00 Open Mic Night Join us for a special after hours program celebrating National Poetry Month. Feeling brave? Come read your favorite or original poem. Grades 7-12. Saturday, April 4, 11:00 ESL Book Club Adults learning English meet to discuss a book chosen by the group. Ask for title. Adults.* Saturday, April 4, 3:00 Paws for Reading Read aloud for a 15-minute session with one of our therapy dogs. Bring your own book or choose a book from the library. Age 5-12. Monday, April 6, 13, 11:30 Thursday, April 9, 3:00 & 4:00 April 10, 4:00 Small Wonders Rhymes, songs, stories and activities for you and your baby. Build an early literacy foundation for your child while enjoying time together. 12-23 months with caregiver. Monday, April 6, 4:30 Bookalicious! Book Group for 3rd and 4th Graders. A book discussion group for girls and boys. Ask for title. Grades 3-4.

Tuesday, April 7, 28, 7:00 Pajama Party! Bring your favorite cuddly friend and a blanket. Wear your pajamas and get ready for a rockin’ good time. Age 3-5 with caregiver.

Tuesday, April 14, 4:30 Magic and Mayhem A sci-fi/fantasy book discussion group for girls and boys. Ask for title. For students in 6-8th grade.

Wednesday, April 8, 7:00 Adventures in Art Join us as we explore the exciting world of art through a combination of stories and art projects. Come dressed to get messy! Age 4-7 with caregiver.

Wednesday, April 8, 7:30 Chantilly Book Discussion Group Call branch for title. Adults.*

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Friday, April 24, 10:00 Saturday, April 25, 10:00 Sunday, April 26, 1:00 Friends of Chantilly Spring Book Sale Find bargains and treasures. Cash, check or credit card. Cosponsored by the Friends of the Chantilly Regional Library. All ages.* Continued on next page

Wednesday, April 29, 7:00 Parenting by Dr. Rene: Academic Foundations and Learning Through Play Dr. Rene Hackney is a leading parenting and child development specialist dedicated to helping parents raise happy, successful children from birth-10 years. Topics will change each month. Adults. Thursday, April 30, 7:00 Home Fit Workshop: Information and Tips for a Comfortable, Safe and Livable Home AARP rep. shares tips on home modifications to stay independent and safe and to minimize financial costs and avoid scams. Cosponsored by GFWC Western Fairfax County Woman’s Club and HelpingYouHome.com. Light refreshments will be served. Adults.

City of Fairfax Regional Library 10360 North Street Fairfax, VA 22030 703-293-6227 | TTY: 711 Sun.: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. Mon. - Thurs.: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. Fri.: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Sat.: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Genealogy Help Desk Bring your family history stumpers to an expert. Make an appointment at the Virginia Room desk or call 703-2936227, option 6. Adults. One-on-One English Conversation Practice Practice speaking English with a volunteer tutor. Call to make an appointment. Adults. Personalized Internet/Microsoft Office Tutoring Learn how to use the Web or increase your skills. Call for appointment. Age 13 & up.

Wednesdays in April, 10:30 Wednesday Morning English Conversation Group Practice speaking English with others and improve your skills. Adults.*

Tuesdays in April, 4:30 Tales to Tails Need practice reading? Read aloud to a friendly, trained therapy dog. Age 6-12.

Wednesday, April 1, 2:00 April Fools’ Magic Impress your friends! Learn simple magic and fun tricks to tease your brain. Magic instruction begins promptly at 2:00. Age 10-15.

Tuesdays in April, 7:00 English Conversation Group Practice speaking English with others and improve your skills. Adults.*

Thursday, April 2, 2:00 Make and Take Reuse materials and craft supplies to make your own unique masterpiece. Age 6-12.

Thursday, April 9, 10:30 Toddler Time Join us for stories, songs and activities. Library staff share with children a love for books and parents learn to cultivate early literacy skills. Age 2-3 with adult. Friday, April 10, 5:30 Late Night in the Virginia Room Join fellow researchers and genealogists from for after-hours research. Register for Late Night and classes, “Research your Civil War Ancestor” and “More Civil War Resources” separately. Adults.

Saturday, April 4, 11, 18, 25, 2:00 GIVE: Growth and Inspiration through Volunteering and Education Volunteers from Thomas Jefferson H.S. and Robinson H.S. offer tutoring in math, reading, writing, science, social studies and ESL. Grade K-8.* Mondays in April, 11:00 Tuesdays in April, 2:00 Library Tech Help Get your library-related electronic resources questions answered. Includes help with eBooks and compatible devices. Adults.* Monday, April 6, 4:30 Crazy 8s Math Club Ramp It Up: Use long foam tubes to build the fastest superball ramps ever and race to see whose track is fastest! Co-sponsored by Bedtime Math. Grade K-2.

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Friday, April 10, 5:30 Research your Civil War Ancestor Discover what kinds of records exist and where to look to learn about the life and service of your Civil War veteran. Class offered during “Late Night in the Virginia Room.” Adults. Friday, April 10, 7:30 More Civil War Resources More resources for your Civil War veteran in the Virginia Room and the Internet. This class will complement the 5:30 presentation during “Late Night in the Virginia Room.” Adults.

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Monday, April 13, 10:30 PJ Library Book Buddies Enjoy Jewish storybooks from the PJ Library and make a craft. Cosponsored by JCC of Northern Virginia. Age 6 months to 5 years with adult. Monday, April 13, 4:30 Crazy 8s Math Club Beach Ball Party: This is a party you won’t want to miss! You’ll use our star-spangled beach ball to play Flying Fives Volleyball, create a giant human math tunnel and race the clock to swat the ball onto its targets! Cosponsored by Bedtime Math. Grade K-2.

Tuesday, April 21, 7:30 Evening Book Discussion Under the Wide and Starry Sky by Nancy Horan. Adults.* Thursday, April 23, 10:30 Preschool Storytime Build your child’s early literacy skills while enjoying stories, songs and activities. Age 3-5 with adult.

Dolley Madison Library 1244 Oak Ridge Ave. McLean, VA 22101 703-356-0770 | TTY: 711 Mon. – Tues.: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. Wed. & Fri.: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Thurs.: 1 p.m. – 9 p.m. Sat.: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Saturday, April 25, 10:30 Family Math Games Come as a family to try our games! We’ll have games for all levels with tips for parents to use at home. All ages.

Wednesday, April 1, 10:30 Treasured Three to Fives Join us for an early literacy enhanced story time featuring stories, rhymes and songs. Age 3-5 with adult.

Wednesday, April 15, 4:00 Bilingual Storytime Bilingual Storytime in English and Spanish. Build your child’s early literacy skills while enjoying stories, songs and activities. Age 3-5 with adult.

Monday, April 27, 10:30 and 11:30 Music and Movin’ with Miss Susan Cosponsored by Friends of the City of Fairfax Regional Library. Age 6 months-5 years with adult.

Monday, April 6, 10:30 Bouncing Babies Join us for an early literacy enhanced story time featuring rhymes, stories and songs. Birth-12 months with adult.

Thursday, April 16, 10:30 Mother Goose Storytime Come enjoy stories, songs and fingerplays and lay a foundation of early literacy skills for your baby. Birth to 23 months with adult.

Monday, April 27, 4:30 Crazy 8s Math Club Jumping Through Hoops: Discover just how unique you are! See what traits show up the most and least often then do the math to diagram the most unusual combinations. Co-sponsored by Bedtime Math. Grade K-2.

Wednesday, April 8, 10:30 Toddling Twos and Threes Join us for an early literacy enhanced story time featuring stories, rhymes and songs. Age 2-3 with adult.

Thursday, April 16, 1:00 Afternoon Reading Group How the Scots Invented the Modern World by Arthur Herman. Adults.* Saturday, April 18, 2:30 Microsoft PowerPoint Learn how to put together an attractive presentation using Microsoft PowerPoint. Adults. Monday, April 20, 4:30 Crazy 8s Math Club Writing on the Wall: Make real-life, super-sized and mini pictures of yourself with wax sticks! You’ll need your detective hat to solve the Mystery Math. Co-sponsored by Bedtime Math. Grade K-2.

Wednesday, April 29, 4:30 Brain Games at the Library Have fun and win prizes with our board games and card games that challenge your thinking and build your skills. Age 8-12. Thursday, April 30, 2:00 Genealogy Databases Search for your ancestors using the library’s genealogy databases and other free Internet databases. Adults.

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Monday, April 13, 20, 10:30 Tiny Tots Join us for an exciting story time featuring stories, rhymes and songs. Age 13-23 months with adult. Wednesday, April 15, 10:30 Treasured Two to Fives Join us for an early literacy enhanced story time featuring stories, rhymes and songs. Age 2-5 with adult. Thursday, April 16, 7:00 Coaching for Better Parenting This is part of a series offering tips and guidance for becoming a skillful parent, presented by a team of expert coaches. Adults. Continued on next page

Monday, April 20, 1:30 Star Language Learners Become a language star! Join us for a fun foreign language story time in Mandarin, Spanish, French or Arabic. No experience needed. All ages.

Thursday, April 2, 10:30 Lapsit Storytime Join us for short stories and music as we model early literacy skills. Age 6-23 months with adult. Thursdays in April, 2:00 English Conversation Group Practice and improve your English. Adults.*

Wednesday, April 22, 10:30 Sensational Snakes Join us as we learn the truths and break the myths about these amazing creatures. Presented by Riverbend Park. Sponsored by the Friends of the Dolley Madison Library. Age 3-5 with adult.

George Mason Regional Library 7001 Little River Turnpike Annandale, VA 22003 703-256-3800 | TTY: 711 Sun.: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. Mon. - Thurs.: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. Fri.: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Sat.: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Internet Tutoring Learn how to enhance your internet search skills working one-on-one with a tutor. Please call ahead for availability and to register for a session. Adults.

Wednesday, April 1, 7:00 Yarn-Aholics Calling all potential and existing knitters and crocheters! Come join us to discuss, learn and share knitting and crochet ideas and projects! Adults.

Saturday, April 4, 12:30 Lego Club Drop-in and build Legos. Make new friends and use your creativity! Age 6-12. Monday, April 6, 10:30, 11:15 Music and Movin’ with Miss Susan Celebrate nursery rhymes through puppets, song and instrument play. Age 2-5 with adult. Tuesday, April 7, 7:00 Meet Author, Air Force Veteran and Diplomat Robert Dorr He’ll discuss Mission to Tokyo: The American Airmen Who Took the War to the Heart of Japan. Books will be available for sale and signing. Adults.

Wednesday, April 8, 1:00 Book Excursions Discuss multicultural literature to expand world views. Call for book title. Adults.* Wednesday, April 8, 7:00 Library Board of Trustees Meeting A maximum of 10 people may speak during the public comment period. To sign up to speak, call 703-324-8324. Adults.*

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Thursday, April 9, 10:30 Tuesday, April 28, 10:30 Preschool Storytime Print awareness, vocabulary and narrative skills are modeled and encouraged in this fulfilled program of stories, songs and activities. Age 3-5 with adult. Saturday, April 11, 25, 11:00 eBook Workshop Learn how to use OverDrive to download free eBooks. Please bring your charged device and library card. Adults.* Monday, April 13, 10:30 Toddlin Twos Engage your toddler with short stories, songs and finger play as we model and encourage early literacy skills. Age 2 with adult. Monday, April 13, 7:00 Make It Mondays Adult Crafting Learn how to make books! Join us to create your own one-of-a-kind, handmade book. Some supplies provided. Call for details. Adults. Wednesday, April 15, 29, 2:00 Tech101: Get Inspired and Organized with Pinterest You’ll learn how to set up a Pinterest account, search for pins and create your own pins and boards. Please bring your charged laptop, tablet or smartphone. Adults. Thursday, April 16, 10:30 Creative Play Engage your child’s creativity and motor skills with short story and play with soft building blocks. Age 2-5 with adult. Thursday, April 16, 2:00 George Mason Book Discussion Group Join us for a discussion of I am Malala by Malala Yousafzai. Adults.

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Thursday, April 16, 7:00 Meditation: A Tool To Balance Your Body, Mind and Spirit Gerry Gorman presents simple but effective meditation techniques that will help you discover the key to deeper concentration, relaxation and profound personal growth. Adults. Thursday, April 16, 7:00 Not Your Mother’s Book Club Discuss contemporary, offbeat literature. Call for book title. Adults.* Thursday, April 23 - Sunday, April 26 George Mason Bi-Annual Book Sale Tuesday, April 28, 7:00 LGBTQ Book Discussion Join us for a discussion of Openly Straight by Bill Konigsberg. Adults.* Wednesday, April 29, 2:00 Tech101: Intro to Facebook Learn how to create a Facebook account and use key features including public and private messages, managing your news feed, adding photos and adjusting settings. Thursday, April 30, 7:00 Calling all Guys Book discussion group for boys. Hatchet by Gary Paulsen. Age 9-12.

9830 Georgetown Pike Great Falls, VA 22066 703-757-8560 | TTY: 711 Mon. – Tues.: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. Wed. & Fri.: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Thurs.: 1 p.m. – 9 p.m. Sat.: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Wednesday, April 1, 10:30 Babies & Books Storytime Join us for stories, songs and activities. Birth-2 with adult. Wednesdays in April, 2:00 ESL Conversation Group Practice English in this casual conversation group. Adults. Wednesdays in April, 4:30 Pokemon League Drop-in and play Pokemon with your friends! School age. Fridays in April, 10:00 Playdate Cafe Toys and Playspace for children. Coffee and Conversation for grownups! Preschool with adult. Fridays in April, 3:30 Drop-In Chess Drop-in and Play Chess. All skill levels and ages welcome.

Mondays in April, 1:00 Spanish Conversation Group Practice Spanish as a foreign language in this casual conversation group.

Thursdays in April, 4:30 Reading Buddies Beginning Readers practice reading to Teen Volunteers. Monday, April 13, 10:30 Pre-School Storytime Join us for stories, songs, and activities. Age 3-5 with adult. Wednesday, April 15, 10:30 Morning Book Group Call Branch for title. Thursday, April 16, 7:30 Evening Book Group Call Branch for title.

Herndon Fortnightly Library 768 Center St. Herndon, VA 20170 703-437-8855 | TTY: 711 Mon. – Tues.: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. Wed. & Fri.: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Thurs.: 1 p.m. – 9 p.m. Sat.: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Saturdays in April, 10:30 - 12:30 GIVE Tutoring Program Free weekly tutoring for elementary school students (K-6). www.giveyouth.org. Wednesday, April 1, 15, 11:00 Wonderful Ones Rhymes, songs and stories with music for you and your 1 year-old. Come enjoy time with your child while building an early literacy foundation. Age 12-23 months with adult. Basic Internet and Microsoft Office Tutoring Get one-on-one help with computers, basic Microsoft Office applications and navigating the internet. Call to schedule an appointment. Adults. Continued on next page

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Learn to Use Library eBooks and eAudioBooks One-on-one instruction on accessing library eBooks and eAudioBooks. Call branch to schedule an appointment. Adults. Thursday, April 2, 2:00 Crafty Kids Create spring-themed crafts to take home. Age 6-12.

Wednesday, April 8, 11:00 Precious Preschoolers What Will Hatch? Read, sing, play and rhyme as we discover a variety of animals that hatch from eggs. Age 3-5 with adult. Monday, April 13, 11:00 Terrific Twos Rabbits and Rhymes. Engage in fun with adorable rabbit stories, songs and rhymes. Age 2 with adult.

Monday, April 13, 7:00 Writers Group All levels of writing experience are welcome to join our group to receive support and feedback. The group reviews works-in-progress from up to 3 members each month. Adults.

Friday, April 17, 2:00 Frying Pan Farm at the Library Come celebrate spring at the library. Learn all about kites, meet a chicken and build a kite to fly outside. Cosponsored by the Friends of the Herndon Fortnightly Library. Age 6-11. Wednesday, April 22, 11:00 Young Science Explorers Love Our Earth All aboard for S. T. E. A. M. (science, technology, engineering, art and math) storytime where we’ll learn how to help keep our Earth healthy, plant some seeds and take part in other earthfriendly activities. Age 3-5 with adult. Monday, April 27, 11:00 Terrific Twos Don’t Rain on My Parade. We’ll have fun rain or shine with stories, songs, movement, and games about rain. Age 2 with adult.

John Marshall Library 6209 Rose Hill Dr. Alexandria, VA 22310 703-971-0010 | TTY: 711 Mon. – Tues.: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. Wed. & Fri.: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Thurs.: 1 p.m. – 9 p.m. Sat.: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Thursdays in April, 2:00 English Conversation Practice your English in a relaxed setting. Adults *

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Saturday, April 11, 10:30 Signs of Spring Discover how our world wakes up in the spring! Learn about the signs, songs and signatures of wildlife around you. Naturalists from Huntley Meadows Park show you how to experience spring with hands on activities and crafts. All ages.

Monday, April 13, 10:30 Fun for 2’s & 3’s Stories and activities. Age 2-3 with adult. Thursday, April 16, 7:15 Book Discussion Group This month’s title is The Invention of Wings by Sue Monk Kidd. Adults.* Saturday, April 18, 1:00 Annual Meeting of the Friends of John Marshall Library Join the Friends of the Library for their annual meeting. Monday, April 20, 10:30 A to Zoo Stories and activities. Age 3-5 with adult. Saturday, April 25, 10:30 Preschool 1 2 3 Mad Science presents Preschool 123’s. See how vibrations make sound, watch as we mix potions to make a rainbow, hear dry ice talk and see how chemistry can blow up a balloon! Preschool children with parents.

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Kings Park Library 9000 Burke Lake Rd. Burke, VA 22015 703-978-5600 | TTY: 711 Mon. – Tues.: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. Wed. & Fri.: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Thurs.: 1 p.m. – 9 p.m. Sat.: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Wednesday, April 1, 10:30 April Fools’ Storytime Stories, songs and fun on April Fools’ Day for your preschooler. Age 3-5 with adult. Thursday, April 2, 2:00 Signs of Spring Learn about the animals in your backyard that indicate the signs of spring. Presented by Hidden Pond Nature Center. Cosponsored by Friends of the Kings Park Library. Age 6-12. Thursdays in April, 2:00 Spanish Conversation Group Practice and improve your Spanish with a native speaker. Adults. Thursday, April 2, 7:00 Back Pain: What to Do About It? Dr. Matthew Adams will discuss some common back pain syndromes, causes not always discussed, non-invasive treatment, and pain prevention options. Adults.

Fridays in April, 10:00 English Conversation Group Practice your English conversation skills. Adults.* Fridays in April, 1:00 Saturdays in April, 10:00 Basic Computer Skills Training Learn basic computer skills with our one-on-one technology volunteers. Adults. Fridays in April, 2:00 Keeping Up With Kids Learn About Flickr, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter and Skype. Learn the basics with our one-on-one technology volunteer about the social networking tools that can help you stay in touch with your kids and grandkids. Adults. Monday, April 6, 4:30 Make a Drum Craft Workshop Use your imagination to make a drum to march in spring with oatmeal canisters and our craft supplies. Age 6-12. Tuesday, April 7, 4:00 LEGOs in the Library Use your imagination and make friends with our LEGO bricks free build. LEGOs provided by Friends of the Kings Park Library. Age 6-12.* Wednesday, April 8, 10:30 Terrific Twos and Threes Storytime with a focus on early literacy skills. Age 2-3 with adult. Thursday, April 9, 1:30 Gentle Yoga Chair yoga: stretching and breathing exercises designed to relieve stress, calm the mind and increase mobility and balance. No yoga mat needed. Designed for adults 55 and over.

Saturday, April 11, 1:00 Kickin’ Back Barbershop Quartet Celebrate Barbershop Quartet Day with a performance by Kickin’ Back Singers. And learn what SPEBSQSA means! All ages. Monday, April 13, 7:00 Voice of a Voyage Author Doann Houghton-Alico discusses her book, Voice of a Voyage: Rediscovering the World During a Tenyear Circumnavigation, in which she describes her adventures and visits to 41 countries. Adults and teens. Tuesday, April 14, 4:30 – 5:30 Paws to Read Practice reading with Fenton, a trained therapy dog. Call or sign up online for a 15-minute session. Age 6-12 with adult. Tuesday, April 14, 7:00 Calling All Guys Book discussion group for boys. Cryptid Hunters by Roland Smith. Age 9-12 with adult.* Wednesday, April 15, 10:30 Preschool Storytime Stories, songs and fun for your preschooler. Birth-5 years with adult. Wednesday, April 15, 22, 29, 6:00 Institute for Early Learning Register through Institute for Early Learning, Fairfax County Office for Children: childcarecclasses@ fairfaxcounty.gov; 703-324-3044. Continued on next page

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Saturday, April 18, 11:00 Extinct Is Forever! Music Show Cody and BJ present a fun and interactive music show encouraging kids to help animals and keep the Earth clean. Cosponsored by Friends of the Kings Park Library. All ages. Monday, April 20, 4:30 – 5:30 Paws to Read Practice reading with Wylie, a trained therapy dog. Call or sign up online for a 15-minute session. Age 6-12 with adult. Monday, April 20, 7:00 Getting Fiscally Fit Put your “financial house” in order by learning about budgets, investments, tax planning and more to maximize your income. Presented by the Foundation for Personal Financial Education. Adults. Monday, April 20, 7:00 Let’s Hear it for the Girls! All girls book discussion group. May B by Caroline Starr Rose. Age 9-12 with adult female. Tuesday, April 21, 1:30 Afternoon Book Discussion Group Out Stealing Horses by Per Patterson. Adults.* Tuesday, April 21, 2:00 Great Decisions Seminar Roundtable discussion of U. S. foreign policy. Topic: Privacy in the Digital Age. Adults.

Tuesday, April 21, 6:30 Evening Book Discussion Group Waiting to Be Heard: A Memoir by Amanda Knox. Adults.* Wednesday, April 22, 10:30 Preschool Storytime Stories, songs and fun for your preschooler. Birth-5 years with adult. Thursday, April 23, 7:00 Lake Accotink Stream Health Friends of Accotink Creek will discuss stream health in Long Branch Creek and Lake Accotink as well as local efforts to improve and restore the creeks. Adults and teens. Saturday, April 25, 3:00 Annandale Strings Spring Concert Annandale Strings will present their spring line-up of classical music. All ages. Tuesday, April 28, 7:00 Friends of the Kings Park Library Meeting Friends of the Kings Park Library Board Meeting Tuesday, April 28, 7:00 Pokémon Club Bring your Pokémon trading cards to trade or play the Pokémon game. Age 6-12.*

Tuesday, April 21, 4:30 Kids’ Poetry Workshop Poet Sherri Waas Shunfenthal will lead us on a poetry adventure. We will hear poems, move to the rhythm of poems, and have fun creating our own poems. Age 6-12.

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Kingstowne Library 6500 Landsdowne Centre Alexandria, VA 22315 703-339-4610 | TTY: 711 Mon. – Tues.: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. Wed. & Fri.: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Thurs.: 1 p.m. – 9 p.m. Sat.: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Genealogy One-on-One Tutorial One-on-one sessions with a genealogy volunteer using library online resources. Call for an appointment. Adults. One-on-One Internet/Computer Training One-on-one sessions with a technology volunteer. Call for an appointment. Adults. Wednesdays in April, 10:15 Thursdays in April, 7:00 English Conversation Conversation group for people learning English. Adults.* Wednesday, April 1, 12:15 Daytime Book Discussion A Wanted Man by Lee Child. Adults.* Saturday, April 4, 11, 10:00 VITA Tax Assistance Tax help. IRS-certified volunteers help taxpayers who earned up to $52K. Adults.* Saturday, April 4, 11, 25, 10:30 – 11:30 Wag a Tale Need a little practice reading or just love dogs? Register to read to one of our therapy dogs. Age 5-12.

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Monday, April 6, 10:30 Early Words Early literacy program with stories and songs for children age 12 months-23 months with adult. Tuesday, April 7, 7:00 Sweet Dreams Stories and songs for children and their families. All ages. Wednesday, April 8, 2:00 KNCAA Book Group Lone Wolf by Jodi Picoult. Meet next door at Kingstowne Center for Active Adults (KNCAA.) Cosponsored by KNCAA. Adults.*

Monday, April 13, 7:00 Poetry Slam! Calling all teen poets! Kingstowne will host a special evening for any teens who love poetry. So pull out your comp notebooks, ready your rhymes and analogies, and come for a fun poetry slam complete with treats and prizes! Teens. Tuesday, April 14, 7:00 Second Tuesday Book Group Orphan Train by Christina Baker Kline. Visit the group’s blog at secondtuesdaybookgroup.blogspot. com. Adults.* Friday, April 17, 10:30 Child and Me Yoga Family union through yoga. Breathing exercises, poses, music and story time will be used to guide you through a fun time together. Please bring a yoga mat or beach towel. Age 1 to 3 years with adult.

Saturday, April 11, 10:00 Friends of the Kingstowne Library Book Sale Gems and finds for all readers. 10:00 3:00. All ages.* Saturday, April 11, 25 12:00 Teen Advisory Board The Kingstowne TAB is open to anyone in grade 8 and up to help the library provide great service to its teen community! Visit volunteer. fairfaxcounty.gov for info.

9520 Richmond Highway Lorton, VA 22079 703-339-7385 | TTY: 711 Mon. – Tues.: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. Wed. & Fri.: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Thurs.: 1 p.m. – 9 p.m. Sat.: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Thursday, April 2, 7:00 Jammin’ Book Party Explore fun stories and games. Snacks provided. Age 9-12. Fridays in April, 10:30 Tuesdays in April, 10:30 & 5:15 English Conversation Group Practice speaking English with others and improve your skills. Adults * Saturday, April 4, 11:00 – 12:00 Paws to Read Practice reading aloud to a trained therapy dog. 15-minute sessions available. Age 6-12. Saturday, April 4, 2:00 Lorton Junior Chess Club Practice chess and learn new moves. Age 8-12.*

Saturday, April 18, 10:30 Meet Author Nicole Groeneweg Join us for a special story time led by Nicole Groeneweg, award winning teacher and author of One Word Pearl, the story of a girl who collects words until one day they are blown away. All ages. Tuesday, April 21, 7:00 Friends Quarterly Meeting Friends of the Kingstowne Library Quarterly Meeting. Adults.

Monday, April 13, 10:30 Teddy Bear Picnic Storytime Teddy Bear Picnic! Bring your favorite stuffed animal for an early Literacy story time with stories and songs for children age 2-3 with adult.

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Monday, April 27, 10:30 Rainbow Readers Early Literacy story time with stories and songs for children age 3-5 years old with adult.

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Wednesday, April 8, 11:00 April Showers Stories and fingerplay about spring. Age 2-3 with adult. Thursdays in April, 6:00 Homework Help Drop-in homework help for students up to 12th grade.*

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g 25 years Celebratin Saturday, April 11, 12:30 25th Anniversary Celebration Come help us celebrate Lorton Library’s 25th anniversary with games, snacks and fun. All ages. Monday, April 13, 11:00 Small Wonders Songs, fingerplay, stories. Age 12-23 months with adult.

Tuesdays in April, 8:00 Thursday April 9, 23, 6:00 One-On-One Internet/ Computer Training One-hour session with a technology volunteer for help with basic computer skills, and navigating the Internet. Call for an appointment. Adults.

Monday, April 20, 7:00 Cliffhanger Book Club This read-aloud event is guaranteed to leave you in suspense. Bring your library card so you can find out what happens next! Light refreshments provided by the Friends of the Martha Washington Library. Age 9-11.

Saturday, April 11, 1:00 Bringing Birds to Your Garden Green Spring Master Gardeners will teach you which plants encourage visits from these delicate beauties. Adults.

Saturday, April 25, 1:00 Kaydee Puppets Presents a Springtime Double-Feature In “Nursery Rhyme & Rhythm” you will meet Jack & Jill, Little Miss Muffet and Humpty Dumpty. In “Peter Rabbit”, it’s spring at Farmer McGregor’s garden. Cosponsored by the Friends of the Martha Washington Library. All ages.

Monday, April 20, 7:00 Lorton Evening Book Conversations Please contact the library for title. Adults. * Wednesday, April 22, 11:00 Fun on the Farm Stories and activities about being on a farm. Age 3-5 with adult.

Martha Washington Library 6614 Fort Hunt Rd. Alexandria, VA 22307 703-768-6700 | TTY: 711 Mon. – Tues.: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. Wed. & Fri.: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Thurs.: 1 p.m. – 9 p.m. Sat.: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Thursday, April 2, 7:00 Movies at Martha Call or visit for film title. Light refreshments provided by the Friends of the Martha Washington Library. All ages. Monday, April 6, 10:30 Dinosaur Daze Stories and activities about dinosaurs. Age 2-4 with adult.

Tuesday, April 28, 7:00 Martha’s Mystery Book Discussion Love You More by Lisa Gardner. Adults.* Monday, April 13, 4:30 – 5:30 Read to the Dog Read aloud to a trained therapy dog. Register for a 15 minute reading session. Age 6-12. Tuesday, April 14, 10:30 For Baby and Me Stories, songs and movement activities for you and your little one. Birth to 23 months with adult. Tuesday, April 14, 7:00 Martha’s Tuesday Evening Book Discussion The Burgess Boys by Elizabeth Strout. Adults.* Thursday, April 16, 7:00 Martha’s Poetry Discussion The Poetry of Edward Hirsch. Adults.*

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Wednesday, April 29, 10:30 Laugh it up at the Library Funny stories songs and rhymes in celebration of National Humor Month. Age 3-5 with adult.

Oakton Library 10304 Lynnhaven Place Oakton, VA 22124 703-242-4020 | TTY: 711 Mon. – Tues.: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. Wed. & Fri.: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Thurs.: 1 p.m. – 9 p.m. Sat.: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Wednesday, April 1, 10:30 Duplo! Read! Build! Play! Duplo play storytime to help develop and reinforce early literacy skills. Have fun with your little one while building early literacy foundations for reading success. Age 18-36 months with adult.

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Thursday, April 2, 9, 16, 1:30 Tuesday April 7, 14, 1:30 English Conversation One-on-One English practice for a non-native speaker with a library volunteer. Call for appointment. Adults.

Thursday, April 16, 7:00 Oakton Book Discussion Group Come and join Oakton’s book discussion group. The April selection is The Beggar Maid by Alice Munro. Adults.*

Mondays in April, 10:30 English Conversation English practice for non-native speakers. Adults.

Saturday, April 18, 10:30 Saturday Storytime Join us for stories and songs. Age 2-5 with adult.

Wednesday, April 8, 22, 10:30 Toddler Tales Stories and activities for you and your toddler. Age 2-3 with adult.

Monday, April 20, 4:00 Legos in the Library Have fun and make new friends. Hundreds of Legos await you and your creativity! No registration needed. Age 5-12.

Wednesday, April 8, 1:00 Mystery Book Club Join in the monthly unraveling of a whodunit or thriller. The April title is Ashes to Dust by Yrsa Sigurdardottir and Philip Roughton. Adults.* Monday, April 13, 4:30 Brain Games Come and play chess and other fun strategy games such as Blokus, Battleship and Rush Hour. Age 6 and up.* Tuesday, April 14, 10:30 Bird Gardening Learn what plants you should grow to create a habitat that’ll encourage these delicate beauties to visit your garden. Sponsored by the Friends of Oakton Library. Adults. Tuesday, April 14, 7:00 Money Matters Monthly group discussion focuses on personal finance and investing. The April title is Investing: the Last Liberal Art by Robert Hagstrom. Adults. Wednesday, April 15, 10:30 Small Wonders Short stories for you and your child. Age 13-23 months with adult.

Tuesday, April 21, 28, 1:30 Thursday, April 23, 30, 1:30 English Conversation One-on-One English practice for a non-native speaker with a library volunteer. Call for appointment. Adults.

One-to-One English Conversation Practice English conversation skills with a library volunteer. Call to register. Adults. Wednesday, April 1, 13, 11:30 Rock-a-Bye Baby Join us for an early literacy enhanced storytime, featuring rhymes, stories and songs. Birth-12 months with adult. Fridays in April, 10:00 English Conversation Group Practice your English conversation skills in a group. Adults.* Fridays in April, 3:00 Pokemon League Learn and play. Age 5-18.* Monday, April 6, 15, 10:30 Toddlin’ Twos Join us for an early literacy enhanced storytime featuring stories and songs. Age 2 with adult.

Patrick Henry Library 101 Maple Ave. East Vienna, VA 22180 703-938-0405 | TTY: 711 Mon. – Tues.: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. Wed. & Fri.: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Thurs.: 1 p.m. – 9 p.m. Sat.: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Library eBook Training Call to schedule an appointment with staff on using library eBooks. Adults. One-on-One Computer Tutoring Work with a volunteer tutor to learn about using the internet, setting up an email account, and using basic software. Call for appointment. Adults.

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Tuesday, April 7, 22, 10:30 Small Wonders Join us for an early literacy enhanced storytime, featuring stories, rhymes, songs and activities for you and your child. 12-23 months with caregiver. Wednesday, April 8, 21, 10:30 Treasured Threes to Fives Join us for stories and songs. Age 3-5 with adult. Continued on next page

Monday, April 13, 4:00 – 5:00 Thursday, April 23, 4:00 – 5:00 Woof and Paws-Read to a Dog Need a little reading help? Sign up to read with a reading therapy dog. Age 6-12. Monday, April 13, 7:00 Goodnight, Sleep Tight Come in your pajamas and join us for stories and songs. All ages.*

Pohick Regional Library 6450 Sydenstricker Rd. Burke, VA 22015 703-644-7333 | TTY: 711 Sun.: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. Mon. - Thurs.: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. Fri.: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Sat.: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Thursday, April 2, 10:30 Sharks and Other Fishes Presented by Under the Sea. Learn what makes a fish different from other animals when a live shark and ray, along with other fishes and artifacts visit the library. Cosponsored by the Friends of Pohick Regional Library. Age 6-12.

Book-a-Librarian Need one-on-one reference assistance? Schedule a 30-minute consultation with a librarian for help with research on a topic, homework or finding a good read.

Wednesday, April 15, 4:30 Boy’s Book Club (BBC) Read all ten or read just one but definitely come to the Boys Book Club and have some fun. April’s title will be True Stories edited by Jon Scieszka. Age 9-12. Thursday, April 16, 1:00 Classic Books Discussion Group Join writer/scholar Amanda Holmes Duffy for a discussion of The Heart Is a Lonely Hunter by Carson McCullers. Adults and teens.* Monday, April 20, 10:00 Vienna VIP Support for individuals with vision impairments. Adults.* Thursday, April 23, 7:00 “Not Just for Teens” Adult Book Club Are you an adult who loves YA lit? If so, join us for discussion, fun and dessert. Adults. Thursday, April 30, 1:00 Patrick Henry Book Club This Town by Mark Leibovitch. Adults.

eBook Basic Training Help with downloading library eBooks. Bring your device and its account ID and password. Call to schedule a session. Adults.

Wednesday, April 1, 10:30 STEM LEGOS: Gadgets and Gizmos Presented by Bricks 4 Kids. Create an interactive, motorized LEGO machine. Learn about gear ratios, probability, symmetry and more! Cosponsored by the Friends of the Pohick Regional Library. Age 6-8. Wednesday, April 1, 7:00 Pohick Writers’ Roundtable Discuss your work with other writers. Adults.* Thursdays in April, 10:00 Walk-in eBook & Computer Clinic Help with basic computer skills and downloading library eBooks. Bring device account IDs and passwords. Age 10-12. Adults.*

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Saturday, April 4, 1:00 – 2:00 Read to the Dog Read aloud to a trained therapy dog. Call or sign up online for a 15-minute session. Age 6-12. Tuesday, April 7, 21, 10:30 Munchkin Math Explore Math concepts through handson activities. Age 4-5 with adult. Wednesday, April 8, 10:30 Tales for Twos: Splish, Splash! Join us for stories and fun activities with bubbles. 24-35 months with adult. Saturday, April 11, 10:30 Legos Kids Club Thousands of Legos await you and your creativity. Come with friends or make new ones while you create. Cosponsored by the Friends of the Pohick Regional Library. Age 6-10. Monday, April 13, 10:30 Babies Blossoming Join us for songs, rhymes, stories and activities for infants less than a year old. Birth-11 months with adult.

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Tuesday, April 14, 1:00 Pohick Daytime Book Discussion Group West with the Night by Beryl Markham. Adults.*

Wednesday, April 22, 10:30 Tales for Twos: What Is Growing? Join us for stories, songs and activities about garden surprises. 24-35 months with adult.

Wednesday, April 15, 10:30 Stories for Three to Fives: Goin’ Buggy Join us for stories, songs and activities about insects. Age 3-5 with adult.

Friday, April 24, 10:30 Fun Flicks Watch movies based on children’s books. Cosponsored by the Friends of the Pohick Regional Library. All ages.

Thursday, April 16, 10:30 Small Oneders Stories, songs and activities. 12 to 23 months with adult.

Monday, April 27, 7:00 Pohick Prose Society Teens talk about books. Call for title. Age 13-18.

Monday, April 20, 10:30 Gymboree: Infants I Gymboree instructor presents playbased activities to stretch the body and mind. 4-8 months with adult. Monday, April 20, 11:15 Gymboree: Infants II Gymboree instructor presents playbased activities to stretch the body and mind. 9-14 months with adult. Monday, April 20, 4:00 Chess Club Learn openings, strategy, tactics and more. Players paired with others of similar skill. Cosponsored by the Friends of the Pohick Regional Library. Age 8-16. Monday, April 20, 7:00 Bedtime Stories: Earth Day, Earth Night Come in your jammies if you like for stories, songs and activities about Earth Day. Age 3-6 with adult.

Wednesdays in April 11:00 ESL for Intermediate Students Join Richard’s Wednesday conversational group. Adults. Wednesdays in April, 1:00 ESL for Intermediate Students Join Susan’s Wednesday conversational group. Adults. Wednesdays in April, 2:00 ESL for Intermediate Students Join Sharoni’s Wednesday conversational group. Adults.

Reston Regional Library 11925 Bowman Towne Dr. Reston, VA 20190 703-689-2700 | TTY: 711 Sun.: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. Mon. - Thurs.: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. Fri.: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Sat.: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. One-to-one English Conversation Practice your conversation skills with a volunteer. Call to register Mondays after 1:00 pm. Adults Wednesday, April 1, 10:30 Ballet Class Marisa Bain of Bain Dance teaches basic motor skills, coordination, balance and rhythm. Cosponsored by the Friends of Reston Regional Library. No younger or older siblings allowed. Age 3-4 with adult.

Tuesday, April 21, 7:00 Pohick Evening Book Discussion Group. Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand. Adults.*

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Thursdays in April, 10:00 ESL for Advanced Students Join Richard’s Thursday conversational group. Adults. Thursday, April 2, 15, 10:30 Baby Lapsit Enjoy nursery rhymes, songs and stories. Build an early literacy foundation for your child while enjoying time together. Birth-11 months with adult. Thursday, April 2, 30, 1:00 ESL Pronunciation and Speaking for Intermediate Students Join Sandy’s Thursday weekly class. Adults. Friday, April 3, 10, 17, 10:00 ESL for Beginners Join Elayne’s Friday conversational group. Adults.

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Friday, April 3, 10, 17, 11:00 Let’s Talk - ESL for Intermediate Students Join Richard’s Friday conversational group. Adults.

Mondays in April, 1:00 ESL Conversation and Pronunciation for Intermediate Students Join Richard’s Monday conversational group. Adults.

Friday, April 3, 2:00 VIP Reston Support group for visually impaired persons. Adults.*

Mondays in April, 3:00 ESL: U. S. Citizenship Exam for Intermediate Students Join Molly in this 12-week course that teaches speaking and writing skills on the basis of selected topics of U.S. history and government. Regular attendance is required! Adults. Mondays in April, 4:30 ESL for Intermediate Students Join Juanita’s Monday conversational group. Adults.

Saturdays in April, 11:00 One-to-one Technology Help Need help with eBooks, smartphones or tablets? Gather up your devices and login info and come to a session with a technology volunteer. Call branch for times. Adults. Saturday, April 4, 2:00 Sunstroke and Ankle Deep Mud: The Road to Gettysburg Join local Civil War tour guides Jim Lewis and Brian McEnany as they recreate the arduous march of the Union’s Army of the Potomac through Northern Virginia on the way to Gettysburg. Adults and teens. Monday, April 6, 14, 10:30 Baby Steps Storytime Interactive story time for you and your child. Age 12-23 months with adult. Mondays in April, 11:00 ESL for Intermediate Students Join Richard’s Monday conversational group. Adults.

Monday, April 6, 13, 6:30 ESL: Grammar & Vocabulary for Advanced Students Join Paul in this 12-week course. The course teaches the basic rules of English grammar and contains vocabulary building exercises. Regular attendance is required! Adults. Tuesday, April 7, 14, 10:00 ESL for Beginners Join Elayne’s Tuesday conversational group. Adults. Tuesdays in April, 10:30 ESL for Advanced Students Join Bob’s Tuesday conversational group. Adults. Tuesday, April 7, 16, 10:30 Toddler Storytime Join us for fun stories, songs and fingerplay. Age 2 with adult.

Tuesday, April 7, 14, 7:00 Spanchats Interested in improving your conversational Spanish language skills? Join our ongoing Spanchats conversation group. All levels from beginner to fluent are welcome. Adults. Wednesday, April 8, 10:30 Wednesday Morning Book Club Book Discussion Group. Call branch for title. Adults. Thursday, April 9, 23, 1:00 ESL Pronunciation and Speaking for Intermediate Students Join Sandy’s Thursday weekly class. Adults. Thursday, April 9, 4:00 – 5:00 Reading Buddies Reading Buddies encourage children to read in a fun, low-stress environment. Bring your own book or choose a book from the library. Call or sign up online for a 15-minute session. Age 6-9. Thursday, April 9, 7:00 Fit2Finish: Keeping Young Athletes in the Game Dr. Wendy LeBolt, author of Fit2Finish: Keeping Your Soccer Players in the Game will discuss how you can help your athletes play their best, prevent injury and have fun. Adults. Saturday, April 11, 10:30 Frying Pan Farm at Reston Regional Library Come meet a goat or spring lamb and learn why they live at Frying Pan Farm Park. Make a farm animal craft to take home. Cosponsored by the Friends of Reston Regional Library. Age 6-11.

Tuesday, April 7, 14, 1:00 ESL - Speak and Write for Intermediate Students Join Sandy’s Tuesday weekly class. Adults.

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Monday, April 13, 30, 10:30 Storytime for Threes to Fives An early literacy program with stories and activities. Age 3-5 with adult. Tuesday, April 14, 7:00 Director’s Choice Book Club Sam Clay, Director of Fairfax County Public Library, leads a monthly book discussion. The title this month is The Orchardist by Amanda Coplin. Adults.* Tuesday, April 14, 7:15 – 8:00 Read to the Dog Read aloud to a trained therapy dog. Bring your own book or choose a book from the library. Call or sign up online for a 15-minute session. Age 5-11. Wednesday, April 15, 7:00 Poetry Readers Roundtable An informal discussion on the life, times and work of a featured poet. April’s poet is Edgar Allan Poe. Adults. Thursday, April 16, 4:00 Kid`s Graphic Novel Book Club Discussions of the best in graphic novels. This month`s title is Mal and Chad: The Biggest, Bestest Time Ever! by Stephen McCranie. Books are available for checkout at children`s desk. Age 8-10.

Thursday, April 16, 7:00 Jewelry Making Workshop You will learn the basics of jewelry making and create your own original piece in this hands-on workshop. We provide materials, participants bring the imagination. Adults and teens.

Friday, April 17, 2:00 Great Decisions Series A roundtable discussion on the U. S. foreign policy process. April’s topic is India Changes Course. Discussion materials will be available two weeks before the event. Monday, April 20, 27, 6:30 ESL: Grammar & Vocabulary for Advanced Students Join Paul in this 12-week course. The course teaches the basic rules of English grammar and contains vocabulary building exercises. Regular attendance is required! Adults. Tuesday, April 21, 28, 10:00 ESL for Beginners Join Elayne’s Tuesday conversational group. Adults. Tuesday, April 21, 28, 1:00 Speak and Write: ESL for Intermediate Students Join Sandy’s Tuesday weekly class. Adults.

Wednesday, April 22, 5:00 – 8:00 Reston Friends Semi-Annual Book Sale - Friends Members Night All ages. Thursday, April 23, 10:00 – 8:00 Friday, April 24, 10:00 – 5:00 Saturday, April 25, 10:00 – 4:00 Sunday, April 26, 12:00 – 3:30 Reston Friends Semi-Annual Book Sale Book sale. All ages.

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Thursday, April 23, 10:00 ESL for Advanced Students Join Richard’s Thursday conversational group. Adults. Friday, April 24, 10:00 ESL for Beginners Join Elayne’s Friday conversational group. Adults. Friday, April 24, 11:00 Let’s Talk-ESL for Intermediate Students Join Richard’s Friday conversational group. Adults.

Richard Byrd Library 7250 Commerce Street Springfield, VA 22150 703-451-8055 | TTY: 711 Mon. – Tues.: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. Wed. & Fri.: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Thurs.: 1 p.m. – 9 p.m. Sat.: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. eBooks Learn how to browse the collection, check out books and download to PC, Mac and eBook readers. Call the library to schedule an appointment. Adults. Thursday, April 2, 6:00 Slam Poetry Cafe Poetry and light refreshments in an informal setting. Readings by Lee High School students and others. To read, submit your name and a copy of the poem to slampoetrycafe@gmail.com. Cosponsored by the Friends of the Richard Byrd Library. Teens, adults.* Thursday, April 2, 7:00 Springfield Writers’ Group Share your work, give and receive feedback in a supportive setting. Adults.* Continued on next page

Saturday, April 4, 11, 10:00 VITA Tax Assistance Tax help. IRS-certified volunteers help taxpayers who earn up to $52K. Adults.* Tuesday, April 7, 7:00 Bedtime Storytime Come in your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and enjoy bedtime stories and music. Birth - 5 with adult. Tuesdays in April, 7:00 English Conversation Group Practice and improve your English. Adults.* Thursday, April 9, 1:00 Afternoon Book Club Join our afternoon book club, make new friends and chat about books. This month’s title is Animal Farm by George Orwell. Adults.* Thursday, April 9, 7:00 Simple Changes to End Chronic Pain Pain expert and author Nancy Shaw discusses her book. Books available for sale and signing. Adults. Wednesday, April 15, 10:30 Rainy Day Stories! Join us for stories and activities about springtime and rainy days. Age 3-5 with adult. Thursday, April 16, 7:00 Springfield Writers’ Group Share your work, give and receive feedback in a supportive setting. Adults.*

Saturday, April 18, 10:30 The Natural Beauty Workshop Learn to make salt and sugar scrubs with ingredients that are easy to find. Leave with a small sample of salt and sugar scrubs. Cosponsored by the Fiends of the Richard Byrd Library. Adults.

Sherwood Regional Library 2501 Sherwood Hall Ln. Alexandria, VA 22306 703-765-3645 | TTY: 711 Sun.: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. Mon. - Thurs.: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. Fri.: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Sat.: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Weekdays from April 1 – 15, 10:15 – 2:00 and 5:00 – 8:00 Saturday, April 4, 11, 10:15 – 2:00 AARP Tax Assistance Free tax help. Preference given to older adults. Arrive one hour before session closes. Adults.

Monday, April 20, 4:30 Hidden Pond Monday: Life in a Rotting Log Presented by the staff of Hidden Pond Nature Center. Cosponsored by the Friends of Richard Byrd Library. Age 6-12.

Tuesday, April 21, 7:00 Classics Book Club This month’s title is Breakfast at Tiffany’s by Truman Capote. Adults.* Wednesday, April 22, 10:30 Time for Twos Join us for a story time focusing on early literacy skills just for twos. Age 2 with adult.

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Basic Personalized Computer Tutoring One-hour sessions with a technology volunteer. Call for appointment. Adults. Wednesday, April 1, 15, 4:30 – 5:30 Reading Buddies Exercise your reading muscles! Kids in grades 1-4 can spend 15 minutes reading with an older Reading Buddy. Age 5-10. Thursdays in April, 10:30 and 7:00 Fridays in April, 10:30 English Conversation Conversation group for people learning English. Adults. Thursday, April 2, 10:30 Terrific Twos and Threes Stories, fingerplays and songs. Age 2-3 with adult. Tuesday, April 7, 6:45 Sherwood Poetry Read-Around Share your favorite poems-your own, or a work by your favorite poet-in a small group setting. Adults.*

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Wednesday, April 8, 10:30 Rising Words, Rising Images Book discussion. Lord Jim by Joseph Conrad. Age 13-18. Monday, April 13, 4:30 The Flashlight Readers Hoot by Carl Hiaasen. Book club for age 8 to 12. Copies available at the check out desk. Monday, April 13, 7:30 Books and Ideas Book Discussion. A Heartbreaking Work of Staggering Genius by Dave Eggers. Adults.* Tuesday, April 14, 10:30 Small Wonders Stories, fingerplays and songs. Age 12-23 months with adult. Monday, April 20, 6:45 Introduction to Excel, part 1 Learn basic text formatting. Must know how to use the mouse and keyboard. Adults.

Tuesday, April 21, 6:45 Introduction to Excel, part 2 Learn basic formulas and additional techniques. A continuation of Excel, part 1. Adults. Tuesday, April 21, 7:00 Harambee Readers Book Discussion. Just Mercy: A Story of Justice and Redemption by Bryan Stevenson. Adults.*

Wednesday, April 22, 7:00 Evening Story Time Join us for stories, songs and fingerplays. Pajamas and stuffed animals welcome. All ages.

Wednesday, April 8, 10:30 Preschool Storytime Songs, stories and activities to build a strong literacy foundation for preschoolers. Age 3-5 with adult.

Thursday, April 23, 10:30 Preschool Story Time Join us for stories, songs and fingerplays. Age 3-5 with adult.

Thursday, April 9, 23, 4:00 One-on-One Computer Tutoring Please call or stop by the day of the program to make an appointment. Adults.

Thomas Jefferson Library 7415 Arlington Boulevard Falls Church, VA 22042 703-573-1060 | TTY: 711 Mon. – Tues.: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. Wed. & Fri.: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Thurs.: 1 p.m. – 9 p.m. Sat.: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Saturday, April 11, 3:30 Paws to Read Saturdays with Dakota Get some reading practice with Dakota, our trained therapy dog. Ages 5 and up.*

eBook Office Hours Call for an appointment and get your eBook questions answered. Bring your eBook reader and library card. Adults. Saturday, April 4, 11, 10:00 VITA Tax Assistance Tax help. IRS-certified volunteers help taxpayers who earned up to $52k. Adults.* Mondays in April, 10:30 Tuesdays in April, 6:30 Thursdays in April, 4:30 Practice Your English Conversation group for people learning English. Adults.* Mondays in April, 3:30 Paws to Read Mondays with Jam-Jam Get some reading practice with our trained therapy dog. Age 5 and up. Tuesdays in April, 4:00 Kids’ Chess Club Learn to play chess. All skill levels welcome. Age 7-14.*

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Monday, April 13, 5:00 Kids Science Explore scientific topics through books and activities. Age 6-8. Tuesday, April 14, 10:30 Music and Movin’ With Miss Susan Join Miss Susan for a celebration of music & movement. 9 months-5 years with adult. Cosponsored by the Friends of George Mason Library. Tuesday, April 14, 7:00 Writers’ Group Sharing work for mutual tips. Adults.

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Wednesday, April 15, 10:30 Small Oneders Rhymes, stories, songs and activities for you and your baby. Build an early literacy foundation for your child while enjoying time together. Age 1223 months with adult. Thursday, April 16, 1:30 Book Discussion Group Memoirs of a Geisha by Arthur Golden. Adults.

Friday, April 17, 2:00 Recycling Pirates Puppet Show Goodlife Theater presents The Recycling Pirates, a musical puppet show. Cosponsored by the Friends of the Thomas Jefferson Library. All ages.

Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library 7584 Leesburg Pike Falls Church, VA 22043 703-790-8088 | TTY: 711 Sun.: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. Mon. - Thurs.: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. Fri.: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Sat.: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Personalized E-Book/E-Reader Instruction Call for an appointment with a trained staff member to learn more about your e-reader and downloading e-books. Adults.

Tuesdays in April, 1:00, 6:30 Thursday, April 16, 1:00 English Conversation Group Practice speaking English with other students. Volunteer led. Adults.*

Wednesday, April 1, 11:00 Rubber Band Bracelet Class Bring your friends and learn how to make rubber band bracelets using looms, fingers, forks etc. Looms will be available or bring your own. Everyone will receive 50 bands to work with. Cosponsored by the Friends of the Tysons-Pimmit Library. Age 6-12. Mondays in April, 11:00, 1:00 Tuesdays in April, 11:00, 1:00, 2:00, 3:00 Wednesdays in April, 12:00, 1:00 Thursdays in April, 1:00, 5:00, 6:00 One-on-One English Conversation Practice Practice speaking English with a volunteer partner. Call for appointment. Limit one appointment per person per week. Adults.

Tuesdays in April, 2:00 Personalized Computer/Internet Training A 45-minute one-on-one computer/ Internet training session with a technology volunteer. Call for appointment. Adults. Saturday, April 11, 10:00 Sunday, April 12, 1:00 Friends of the Tysons-Pimmit Library Booksale A special collection by the Friends of the Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library. All ages. Thursday, April 16, 7:00 Model Investment Club of Northern Virginia Learn more about investing following an investment club model. This group will meet on the third Thursday all year. New visitors welcome. Adults.*

Saturday, April 4, 10:00 Monday April 6, 13, 6:00 VITA Tax Preparation Tax help. IRS-certified volunteers help taxpayers who earned up to $52K. Adults.* Tuesdays in April, 10:00 One-on-One Computer/Microsoft Office Training Learn basic computer and Internet skills or master Microsoft Office programs at one-on-one trainings with a technology volunteer. Call for appointment. Adults. Tuesday, April 7, 10:30 Toddle on Over Come for stories and activities. Age 18-24 months with adult.

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Saturday, April 18, 2:00 Adagio Ballet Company Join us and watch the Adagio Ballet students as they preform new original choreography as well as classical ballet pieces. All ages.

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Tuesday, April 21, 10:30 Toddle on Over Come for stories and activities. Age 13-24 months with adult.

Tuesday, April 28, 7:00 Book Talk for Book Lovers Book discussion. Please ask for title at the information desk. Adults.

Tuesday, April 21, 6:30 Mystery Book Discussion Please join the mystery book discussion group. Ask at the information desk for title. Adults.

Thursday, April 30, 10:30 Small Wonders Join us for stories, songs and activities. Birth-1 year with caregiver.

Saturday, April 25, 2:00 Buying a Home? Expert Dolly Malhotra will help explain this process and answer any questions you may have. Adults. Monday, April 27, 7:00 College: Getting There from Here Whether your children or grandchildren are learning to crawl or learning to drive, you can help make a college education a reality. Join us for our college savings presentation presented by Albert Wu and Chad Williams. Adults.

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Saturday, April 18, 10:00 Culmore Multicultural Festival Join us for the Culmore Multicultural Festival which will be held in the library parking lot. All ages.* Tuesday, April 21, 10:15, 11:00 Music and Movin’ with Miss Susan Join Miss Susan for fun songs and dance for toddlers, parents and caregivers. Age 9 months-5 years with parents.

6101 Knollwood Dr. Falls Church, VA 22041 703-820-8774 | TTY: 711 Mon. – Tues.: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. Wed. & Fri.: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Thurs.: 1 p.m. – 9 p.m. Sat.: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Wednesday, April 1, 10:30 Preschool Storytime Early Literacy stories, songs and activities. Age 2-3 with adults.

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