April 2019 Free Events Calendar by Fairfax County Public Library

Free Events April 2019

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Burke Centre Library 5935 Freds Oak Rd. 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. Mondays in April, 10:30, 11:15, 7:30 Wednesdays in April, 10:00, 10:45 Friday, April 5, 12, 26, 11:00, 11:45, 12:30 One-on-One English Practice Practice speaking, reading and writing English. One session per day. Adults. (R) Mondays in April, 2:00 Walk-in Tech Clinic Help with eBooks, mobile devices and basic computer skills. Bring device account IDs and passwords. Adults. Mondays in April, 6:45, 7:30, 8:15 One-on-One English Practice Practice speaking, reading and writing English. One session per day. Age 8-adult. (R)

Wednesday, April 3, 10:15 My Gym Develop your child’s large motor skills with physical exercise and games. Age 1-3 with adult. Wednesday, April 3, 11:00 My Gym: Siblings Develop your child’s large motor skills with physical exercise and games. Age 1-5 with adult. Thursday, April 4, 4:30 Beginning Reader Club Did you know that pigs are very clever? We’ll read stories about pigs and do a craft activity. Age 5-7. (R) Friday, April 5, 10:30 Seed to Sprout Learn how seeds to germinate and grow. Take home your seed pouch. Age 6-10. (R) Saturday, April 6, 10:30 GIVE Tutoring High school students offer tutoring in all major subjects and ESL. School age.

Mondays in April, 7:00 English Conversation Practice speaking English with others. Adults.

Tuesday, April 9, 1:00 Burke Centre Book Club Join this monthly book club as they discuss The Last Painting of Sara de Vos by Dominic Smith. Adults.

Thursdays in April, 6:30 eBook Help Learn how to use your smartphone, tablet computer or eReader to download or listen to eBooks.

Tuesday, April 9, 10:30 STEAM Storytime Join us for stories and hands-on activities with a focus on STEAM subjects. Age 4-5 with adult. (R)

Saturdays in April, 10:00, 11:00, Genealogy One-on-One Research your family history with a genealogy volunteer. (R)

Tuesday, April 9, 7:00 Twisted Stitchers Get together to knit, crochet, loom or craft. Adults.

Tuesday, April 2, 16, 10:30 Qigong Exercise Qigong combines simple movements, self-massage and breathing techniques. Adults.

Wednesday, April 10, 10:15, 11:00 Making Music Together Enjoy songs and dance that enhance your child’s early literacy skills. Age 6 months to 5 years with adult. (R)

Tuesday, April 2, 7:00 Burke Historical Society Presents: Researching Local Cemeteries Local historian Mary Lipsey will speak on how to locate and study historic cemeteries. Adults.

Thursday, April 11, 4:30 Magic Tree House Club Discussion and activities about Night of the Ninja. Copies of the book are available at the info desk for check out. Age 6-12. (R)

Event attendance is often limited…

So we practice a “first come, first served” policy. Some events require registration. You can register online and also call or visit the branch. 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.

Wednesday, April 17, 10:15, 11:00 Miss Carol’s Music Fun Songs, fingerplays, rhythm instruments and lots of fun. Age 12 to 24 months with adult. (R) Saturday, April 20, 2:00 Fix-It Clinic Bring in small, broken household items, and fixers get them back in working order. Adults. Tuesday, April 23, 1:30 Short Book Conversations Come join a lively discussion of The Vegetarian by Han Kang. Adults. Thursday, April 25, 4:30 Full STEAM Ahead Join us for fun, enriching activities featuring STEAM. Age 8-12. (R) Saturday, April 27, 10:30 Power of Play Playful activities designed to enhance your child’s early literacy skills. Age 2-5 with adult. Tuesday, April 30, 5:00–6:00 Read to the Dog Practice reading with a trained therapy dog. Sign up online for a 15-minute session. Age 6-12 with adult. (R)

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. One-on-One English Conversation Practice Practice English with a tutor. Register by phone or in person. Adults.

Events subject to change. Check the library’s website for up-to-date listings. (R) = Registration required.

Mondays in April, 7:00 ESL Book Club Adults learning English discuss a book chosen by the group. Adults.

Saturdays in April, 3:00 English Conversation Group Conversation practice for adult learners of English. Adults.

Tuesdays in April, 10:30 Advanced English Conversation Group Drop-in conversation group for ESL speakers. Adults.

Saturday, April 13, 27, 10:30 Monday, April 22, 10:30 Thriving Three to Fives Stories, songs and activities. Age 3-5 with adult. (R)

Wednesday, April 3, 17, 7:00 Starlight Storytime Stories and fun for the entire family. Pajamas and stuffed friends welcome. Age 4-8. Thursdays in April, 7:00 Sahaja Yoga Meditation Learn how to connect with your inner energy and achieve a state of peace. Age 15-adult. (R) Fridays in April, 10:30 Beginning English Conversation Group Drop-in conversation group for ESL speakers. Adults. Saturdays in April, 10:30 Spanish Conversation Group Spanish practice in an informal setting. Adults.

Monday, April 15, 2:00 Sphero Fun Use Sphero Robots and team up to create and solve a maze. Grades 4-8. (R)

Saturday, April 6, 13, 27, 12:30 GIVE Tutoring Tutoring for students by high school student volunteers. Grades 1-8.

Monday, April 15, 4:30 Math Game Connection Play a mix of quick-moving math games and tangrams. Grades 4-6.

Thursday, April 4, 10:30 Wednesday, April 17, 10:30 Small Wonders Stories and activities. Age 13-23 months with adult. (R)

Tuesday, April 16, 10:30 Legos Kids’ Club Thousands of Legos await you and your creativity. Age 6-12.

Tuesday, April 2, 9, 4:00 Wednesday, April 3, 7, 1:00 AARP Tax Aide Free tax prep for low to moderate income taxpayers age 50 and older. Pick up a number at 10 a.m. Adults. Wednesdays in April, 1:00–2:00 Thursdays in April, 8:00–9:00 Library eBook Tech Help eBook questions answered. Bring your library card and device. Adults.

Monday, April 15, 10:30 Once Upon a Princess... Princess Belle will sing a song and read a princess story. Wear a princess costume. Age 4-8. (R)

Tuesday, April 9, 1:00 Wednesday, April 24, 7:00 Art at the Library Learn techniques for drawing with colored pencil. Materials provided. Teens-adults. (R) Thursday, April 11, 10:30, 11:30 Tuesday, April 23, 30, 10:30 Time for Tots Stories and activities. Age 2-3 with adult. (R) Monday, April 8, 4:30 Yoga Storytime Enjoy stories and simple yoga poses. Bring a mat or towel and wear comfortable clothes. Age 4-8. (R) Wednesday, April 10, 10:30 Baby & Me! Stories and activities. Birth-12 months with adult. (R) Thursday, April 11, 7:00 Civil War Lecture Seed and Blood: Slavery and American Capitalism by author Noah Cincinnati. School age-adult.

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Tuesday, April 16, 4:00 Learn to Play Dungeons & Dragons Beginners welcome. Supplies provided. Grades 9-12. (R) Tuesday, April 16, 7:00 Healthy Strides Wellness Book Club This month’s title is Train Smart, Run Forever by Bill Pierce and Scott Murr. Adults. Thursday, April 18, 10:30 KayDee Puppets Rumpelstiltskin and Aesop’s The Lion and the Mouse. All ages. (R) Thursday, April 18, 3:00 STEAM: Earth and Sky Make a compass, a helicopter and a sundial. Grades 4-6. (R) Monday, April 22, 1:00 Sully Book Club The Romanov Sisters by Helen Rappaport. Tuesday, April 23, 7:00 Knit 2Gether Basics of knitting. Needles provided along with yarn. Teens-adults. (R) Continued on next page

Wednesday, April 24, 7:00 A Novel Society A Place at the Table by Susan Rebecca White. Adults. Thursday, April 25, 10:30 Bilingual Spanish Storytime Stories and songs with a Latino groove. Age 3-5 with adult. (R) Monday, April 29, 4:30–5:30 Books with Bella! Practice reading aloud to Bella, a trained therapy dog. Age 6-12. (R)

Chantilly Regional Library 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. Maker Table: Self-Directed Monthly Activities Visit the Maker Table behind the information desk for self-directed projects. Supplies provided. All ages. Monday, April 1, 8, 15, 22, 10:30 Bouncin’ Babies Rhymes, songs, stories and activities. Birth-11 months with adult. (R) Monday, April 1, 8, 15, 22, 11:30 Small Wonders Rhymes, songs, stories and activities for you and your baby. Age 12-23 months with adult. (R) Tuesdays in April, 10:30 Thursdays in April, 7:00 ESL Conversation Group Practice your English with other students. Adults. Wednesdays in April, 10:00 Citizenship Class Beginner class on U.S. history and government to prepare ESL learners for the citizenship exam. Adults.

Fridays in April, 10:00 Saturdays in April, 1:00 Beginner ESL class This is a beginner ESL class. It is free and drop-in. Adults.

Monday, April 1, 3:30 Babies and Books Storytime New sights and sounds through books, songs and rhymes. Birth to 11 months with adult. (R) Monday, April 1, 4:30 Wonderful Ones Build language skills, participate in music and movement activities and discover the fun of books. Age 12-23 months with adult. (R)

Saturday, April 6, 13, 10:00 VITA Tax Assistance IRS-certified volunteers help taxpayers who earned up to $55,000. Adults. Saturdays in April, 2:00 Intermediate English class Intermediate English class. Adults. Saturdays in April, 3:00 Spanish Conversation Circle Spanish conversation for those who want to practice. Teens-adults. Tuesday, April 2, 16, 7:00 Chantilly Knitting Club Bring your knitting and other crafting projects. Adults. Monday, April 8, 22, 6:30 Writers of Chantilly Writers of Chantilly. Adults. Wednesday, April 10, 24, 10:30 Read! Build! Play! Duplo Storytime Have fun with your little one while building early literacy foundations. Age 18 months-2.5 with adult. Wednesday, April 10, 24, 11:30 Read! Build! Play! Duplo Storytime Have fun with your little one while building early literacy foundations. Age 3-5 with adult. Tuesday, April 2, 10:30 and 11:30 Monday, April 8, 15, 22, 2:30 and 3:30 Terrific Twos Storytime Books, activities, stories and songs that encourage pre-reading skill. Age 24-35 months with adult. (R)

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Wednesday, April 3, 7:00 Mystery Book Club The group will be reading The Dry by Jane Harper. Adults. Thursday, April 4, 10:30 PJ Library Book Buddies Storytime Stories and fun about Jewish culture and traditions. Age 2.5-5 with adult. Siblings welcome. (R) Thursday, April 4, 25, 3:30 Storytime for Three to Fives Program with stories and activities. Age 3-5 with adult. (R) Friday, April 5, 2:00 Ready for School Storytime Storytime for children ready to be on their own. Age 4-5. (R) Friday, April 5, 4:30 Passport to Fun Explore different languages and cultures through crafts and games. Grades 1-6. (R) Friday, April 5, 5:00 Book Buddies 1 & 2 A book club for boys and girls. We’ll discuss Megabat by Anna Humphrey. Grades 1-2. Sunday, April 7, 3:00 First Time Home Buyer Seminar Get information about buying a home. Adults. Monday, April 8, 7:00 Family Board Game Night Bring a favorite board game or card game to share at the library. Children must be accompanied by adults. All ages. Events subject to change. Check the library’s website for up-to-date listings. (R) = Registration required.

Tuesday, April 9, 1:00 Lunch and a Movie Join us for a showing of a popular G-rated movie. Ask for movie title. Birth-kindergarten. Wednesday, April 10, 7:30 Chantilly Book Discussion Group Winter Garden by Kristin Hannah. Adults. Friday, April 12, 4:45 Kinder-Budds: Book Buddies for Kindergarteners Book discussion for girls and boys. Ask for title. Kindergarteners. (R) Saturday, April 13, 10:30 Kaleidoscope Storytime: An Adaptive Storytime Family sensory storytime welcomes children on the autism spectrum and with other developmental challenges. All ages. (R) Wednesday, April 17, 6:00 Sphero Maze Racing Program a Sphero bot to make it through a maze. Grades 4-6. (R) Thursday, April 18, 10:30 Toys & Tots Playtime Drop in for informal indoor play. Birth-5 with adult. Thursday, April 18, 5:00 Poetry Slam Workshop Read, write and share your favorite poems. Grades 3-5. (R) Friday, April 19, 11:30 ESL Playdate Adults talk while kids play. A chance to meet new friends and practice your English. All ages. Saturday, April 20, 2:00 Fix-It Clinic Bring in small, broken household items, and volunteer fixers will help you get them back in working order. Adults. Tuesday, April 23, 6:00 Teen Advisory Board Meeting Make the library a better place for teens. Join the Teen Advisory Board. Grades 8-12.

Wednesday, April 24, 2:00 INOVA Blood Drive Give blood during the INOVA blood drive. Adults. Wednesday, April 24, 7:30 The End (or Is It?) Book Group Book discussion group for boys and girls. Ask for title. Grades 5-6. (R)

City of Fairfax Regional Library 10360 North St. 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 or learn tools and sources to start your search. Make an appointment at the Virginia Room desk or call 703293-6227, option 6. Adults. Memory Depot Orientations at City of Fairfax Library A do-it-yourself center for scanning slides, negatives and photos and transferring VHS cassettes to digital formats. Call or register online up to 4 weeks in advance. (R) One-on-One English Conversation Adults practice speaking English with a volunteer. Call to make an appointment. (R) Personalized Internet/Microsoft Office Tutoring Volunteer tutors help you use email, social media and Microsoft Office products. Call or register online for a session. Age 13-adult. (R)

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Tales to Tails Practice reading with a trained therapy dog. Check online or call for days and times. Age 5-10. Tuesdays in April, 10:30 Tuesdays in April, 7:00 English Conversation Group Practice speaking English. Adults. Thursdays in April, 10:15 Saturdays in April, 10:15 Memory Depot Orientation Learn about our Memory Depot station, a do-it-yourself location for scanning your slides, negatives and photos and to transfer your VHS cassettes to digital formats. Adults. Thursdays in April, 7:00 Intermediate Level English Conversation Practice An informal intermediate level English conversation group for non-native speakers. Adults. Tuesdays in April, 10:30 Storytime at Old Town Square Come to Old Town Square to hear some stories, weather permitting. Age 2-5 with adult. Friday, April 5, 10:00–5:00 Saturday, April 6, 10:00–4:00 Sunday, April 7, 1:00–3:00 City of Fairfax Library Friends Spring Book Sale Choose gently used books for all ages for yourself or as gifts. Adults. Wednesday, April 10, 1:00 Job Club Learn skills to help you get a job and succeed in the workplace, including resumes, interview prep. Age 17-adult. Wednesday, April 10, 10:30 PJ Library Book Buddies Enjoy storybooks and crafts about Jewish holidays and values. Age 6 months-5 with adult. (R) Thursday, April 11, 10:30 Preschool Storytime Enjoying stories, songs and activities. Age 3-5 with adult. (R) Continued on next page

Friday, April 12, 10:30 Bilingual Storytime Bilingual storytime in English and Spanish. Age 3-5 with adult. (R)

Thursday, April 18, 10:15 and 11:00 Mother Goose Storytime Stories, songs and fingerplays. Birth-18 months with adult. (R)

Saturday, April 13, 9:00 Dig Deep Into Your Roots Genealogy research workshops. Adults.

Thursday, April 18, 7:00 An Unlikely Reformer: The Complicated History of Virginia Senator Carter Glass and his Landmark Financial Reforms Matthew P. Fink’s An Unlikely Reformer investigates Sen. Carter Glass. Adults.

Monday, April 15, 3:30 Intergenerational Kite Making Make your own kites. Age 8-adult. (R) Tuesday, April 16, 2:30 Brain Games at the Library Board and card games that challenge your thinking and build your skills. Prizes too! Age 6 to 12. Tuesday, April 16, 7:30 Tuesday Evening Book Discussion Nomadland: Surviving America in the the Twenty-First Century by Jessica Bruder. Adults.

Friday, April 19, 10:30 STEAM Storytime Enjoy a storytime with a special emphasis on STEAM skills. Age 3-5 with adult. (R) Saturday, April 20, 10:30 Family Math Games Build children’s math and logic skills while playing games. All ages. Wednesday, April 24, 10:30 Korean-English Bilingual Storytime Enjoy stories and songs in Korean and English. Age 3-5 with adult.

Wednesday, April 17, 10:45 Storytime Yoga Stories, songs and yoga. Bring a mat or beach towel. Birth-6 with adult. (R)

Wednesday, April 24, 7:00 Coding Club For beginners or experts or anyone in between—see what you can make with Scratch. Age 10-14.

Monday, April 29, 7:00 Stories of an Abandoned Virginia John Plashal presents his photos of the beautifully decaying rural places of Virginia. Adults.

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. Mondays in April, 10:30 Lapsit Storytime Rhymes, songs, stories and activities for you and your baby. Birth-23 months with caregiver. Tuesdays and Thursdays in April, 1:00 English Conversation Group Practice conversational English in a group setting. Adults. Wednesdays in April, 10:30 Preschool Storytime Early literacy storytime with songs, activities. Age 2-5 with adult.

Wednesday, April 17, 2:30 Slimy Science Come for hands-on study of the science of slime. Age 6-12. (R) Wednesday, April 17, 7:00 Family Movie Night: Captain Underpants Join us for the animated movie of comic-book superhero Captain Underpants.

Thursday, April 25, 10:30 Toddler Time Build your child’s early literacy skills while enjoying stories, songs and activities. Age 18-36 months with adult. (R)

Thursday, April 18, 1:00 Thursday Afternoon Reading Group Claire of the Sea Light by Haitina author Edwidge Danticat. Adults.

Saturday, April 27, 10:30 Family Stories and Play Enjoy stories, songs and activities. Age 2-6 with adult.

Saturday, April 27, 2:30 GIVE Tutoring Volunteers offer tutoring in math, reading, writing, science, social studies and ESL. School age.

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Friday, April 12, 19, 26, 12:30 Gentle Yoga Explore yoga postures and relaxation techniques. Bring a yoga mat. Adults 55 and older. Saturdays in April, 10:30 Saturday Family Storytime Stories, songs and movement. All ages with caregiver. Saturdays in April, 12:00 Teen Tech: One-on-One Help Local teens help library patrons with technology questions. Adults.

Events subject to change. Check the library’s website for up-to-date listings. (R) = Registration required.

Monday, April 1, 2:00 Socrates Cafe Get a fresh taste of philosophy along with some good discussion. Light refreshments provided. Adults. Thursday, April 4, 1:00 And the Winner Is... Book Club Book discussion group features award-winning books. This month’s title is The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao by Junot Diaz. Adults. Friday, April 5, 10:30 Storytime with a Deputy Sheriff Stories, songs, rhymes and other activities. Age 3-5 with adult. (R) Saturday, April 6, 2:00 Teen Advisory Board Help plan teen events and earn service hours. Pick up application from the info desk. Age 13-18. Tuesday, April 9, 7:00 Book Talk for Book Lovers Dolley Madison Book Discussion Group. Adults. Thursday, April 11, 4:30 Adventures in History: Colonial America Learn Colonial history through art, games, stories and skill-building exercises. Dress in Colonial garb and win a prize. Age 6-12. Friday, April 12, 10:30 Strings & Stories Storytime Musical storytime performed by the Northern Virginia Ukulele Society. All ages with adult. Monday, April 15, 2:30 Superheros at the Library Dress as your favorite superhero for crafts and activities. Age 6-12.

Tuesday, April 16, 6:30 Contemporary Movie Night Bring your dinner and snacks. Enjoy a free movie and popcorn. Adults. Wednesday, April 17, 1:30 Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia Learn the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia, disease stages and risk factors, current research and treatments. Adults.

George Mason Regional Library 7001 Little River Tpke. 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.

Thursday, April 18, 2:30 Teen Art An afternoon of experimental art projects. Age 13-18.

One-on-One Research and Writing Tutoring Improve your writing process. Register in advance and bring a copy of your work. High school-adult. (R)

Thursday, April 18, 4:30 Legomania in the Library Create and engineer with thousands of Legos. Age 6-12.

Technology Tutoring Enhance internet, computer and Microsoft Office skills working one-onone. Call to register. Adults. (R)

Friday, April 19, 10:30 Puppet Show Extraordinaire Your favorite children’s stories come to life with colorful characters that tell stories, sing and rhyme.

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Friday, April 19, 2:30 Afternoon Movie: An American Tail Join us for a movie, popcorn and drinks. Today’s movie is An American Tale. Rated G. All ages.

Fridays in April, 4:30 STEM: Bedtime Math’s Crazy 8s Club Build stuff, run, jump, make music and make a mess. Grades K-3. (R)

Saturday, April 20, 3:00 Multigenerational BINGO BINGO for adults, teens and children. Hit BINGO and receive a prize. All ages.

Thursday, April 25, 6:00 Teen Study Break Enjoy refreshments and relaxing activities. Age 13-18. Saturday, April 27, 2:00 Common Threads Bring your knitting, sewing, embroidery or any needle arts. Beginners welcome. Teens-adults.

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Tuesday, April 2, 9, 16, 30, 2:00 Thursday, April 11, 18, 2:00 English Conversation Group Practice your English. Adults. Thursday, April 4, 11, 10:30 Preschool Storytime Support your child’s early literacy skills with stories and songs. Age 3-5 with adult. Monday, April 8, 15, 10:30 Toddler Storytime An early literacy-enhanced storytime with stories and songs. Age 2-3 with adult. Monday, April 1, 11:00 Playdate Cafe Babies, toddlers and preschoolers enjoy creative play and make new friends. All ages. Continued on next page

Tuesday, April 2, 2:00 Current Issues Discussion Group Discuss today’s issues in a safe, moderated environment. Background article available at registration. Adults. (R)

Saturday, April 13, 2:00 Electrical Circuits Club for Teens (STEM) Snap Circuit Arcade is an exciting introduction to problem solving. Age 13-18. (R)

Tuesday, April 2, 7:30 Spring Gardening Series: Garden Clean Up Get your garden ready for planting, tips for plant selection and ways of caring for your garden. Adults.

Monday, April 15, 7:00 Cook the Book! Cooks share experiences using Lidia’s Commonsense Italian Cooking: 150 Delicious and Simple Recipes Everyone Can Master, by Lidia Bastianich. Samples appreciated. Adults.

Wednesday, April 3, 7:00 Yarn-Aholics Discuss, learn and share ideas and projects. Adults. Thursday, April 4, 7:00 Let’s go to Europe: Cheap Travel Tips (for Korean Speakers) Tips for cheap travel to Europe. Handouts available in English and Korean. Adults.

Monday, April 15, 7:00 Teen Advisory Board (TAB) Join TAB to share ideas to improve teen programming and earn volunteer credit. Grades 7-12.

Monday, April 8, 4:30 Make It Monday Kids’ Craft Make a creative project. Supplies provided. Age 6-12.

Tuesday, April 16, 10:30 Bouncin’ Babies Storytime Enjoy short stories, songs and fingerplays. Birth-1 with adult.

Tuesday, April 9, 7:00 Read Global, Dine Local Book Group Join us at area eateries to discuss books by world authors. This month, it’s The Widows of Malabar Hill, by Sujata Massey. Adults. (R)

Wednesday, April 17, 3:00 Chair Yoga Gentle and mindful yoga for seniors. Older adults.

Thursday, April 11, 7:00 Local History of Aviation: from Curiosity to Reality Local historian Mary Lipsey introduces the history of the Wright Brothers and William Christmas. Book signing to follow. Adults.

Tuesday, April 30, 10:30 Storytime for Ones Enjoy stories, songs and fingerplays. Age 12-24 months with adult. Tuesday, April 30, 7:00 Stories of an Abandoned Virginia John Plashal presents his photos of the beautifully decaying rural places of Virginia. Adults.

Great Falls Library 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.

Saturday, April 6, 2:00 Electrical Circuits Club for Kids Snap Circuit Arcade is an intro to problem solving. Age 6-12. (R)

Wednesday, April 10, 7:00 Library Board of Trustees Meeting A maximum of 10 people may speak. Sign up at 703-324-8324. Adults.

Thursday, April 25, 3:00–9:00 Friday, April 26, 10:00–6:00 Saturday, April 27, 10:00–5:00 Sunday, April 28, 12:00–5:00 Friends of the George Mason Library Bi-Annual Book Sale Sale includes more than 50,000 books, DVDs, CDs and sheet music.

Wednesday, April 17, 6:00 GM Cinema: Midweek Movie Film adaptation of August Wilson’s Fences. Plays available in advance. Popcorn provided. Teens-adults. Thursday, April 18, 10:30 Music and Movement with Kofi Dennis Dance, sing and play musical instruments with Wolf Trap children’s performer. All ages. Thursday, April 18, 2:00 George Mason Book Discussion Group Join us for a discussion of The Weight of Heaven by Thrity Umrigar. Adults.

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April 1–15 Peeps Diorama Contest Entry forms at information desk. Dioramas due by April 15. All ages. Mondays in April, 1:00 Spanish Chat Informal conversation in Spanish. Adults. Tuesdays in April, 1:00 French Conversation Informal conversation in French with native speaker. Adults. Fridays in April, 10:00 Playdate Cafe Adults with children come to play and have coffee and meet new friends. Birth-5 with adult.

Events subject to change. Check the library’s website for up-to-date listings. (R) = Registration required.

Tuesday, April 2, 9, 23, 30 10:30 Toddler Time A high-energy program featuring stories, songs, dance and activities. Age 2-3 with adult.

Thursday, April 18, 4:30 Legos in the Library Build and display your masterpiece inside the library display cases. Age 6-10.

Monday, April 1, 8, 22, 29, 10:30 Baby Lapsit Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and fingerplays. Birth-2 with adult.

Thursday, April 18, 7:30 Evening Book Group Discover a new author. Adults.

Tuesday, April 9, 7:30 Great Falls Historical Society: Colvin Run Mill History The best legends, lies and lore of this engineering landmark. Adults.

Thursday, April 11, 4:30 STEAM: Planting Seeds Come join us and celebrate the earth by planting seeds. Take your seed home to watch it grow. Age 5-10. Friday, April 12, 1:00 Great Decisions Discuss current events as part of Foreign Policy Association’s Great Decisions program. Adults.

Thursday, April 25, 4:30 Terrariums for Kids Presented by the Great Falls Garden Club Dress for a mess and create your own terrarium. Age 7-11. (R)

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. Mondays in April, 11:00 One-on-One English Conversation Sign up at the information desk or call the branch. (R) Mondays, April 1, 8, 15, 5:30 Yoga at the Library Enjoy a yoga session. Bring a yoga mat or towel. Adults. (R) Mondays in April, 7:00 U. S. Citizenship Preparation Class A twelve-week program covering U.S. history and civics to prepare for the Citizenship Exam. (R)

Saturday, April 13, 11:00 Backyard Nature: Learning iNaturalist! Learn to identify flowers, birds, bugs and animal tracks with the iNaturalist app. Bring a cell phone and gather in the lobby. All ages. Wednesday, April 17, 10:30 Morning Book Group Call branch for title. Adults.

Tuesdays in April, 7:00 Basic English Conversation Practice conversational English in a group setting. Adults. Monday, April 1, 8, 10:30 Toddlers and Twos Storytime with songs and fingerplays. Age 19-35 months with adult. (R) Tuesday, April 2, 30, 10:30 Preschool Stories and Science Hands-on stations with stories and songs. Age 3-5 years with adult. (R) Wednesday, April 3, 10, 10:30 Babytime Fingerplays, songs, stories, rhymes and music for you and your baby. Birth-18 months with adult. (R) Thursday, April 4, 11, 7:00 Sahaja Yoga Meditation You will learn how to connect with your inner energy and achieve a state of peace. Age 8-adult. Saturday April 6, 13, 27 10:30 GIVE Tutoring Volunteers offer tutoring in math, reading, writing, science and social studies. School age. Saturday, April 6, 13, 10:30–11:30 Dog Tales Read aloud to a trained therapy dog. Call or sign up online for a 15-minute session. Age 5-12. (R) Saturday, April 6, 13, 1:00 Chess Club Learn chess from experienced instructors. Age 5-adult.

Tuesdays in April, 10:00 Mommy and Me English Conversation Playdate Adults practice English while the kids enjoy play. Birth-5 with adult.

Wednesday, April 10, 12:30 Blocks and Bricks Build, create and have fun while using wood blocks and Lego Duplos. Age 3-5 with adult. (R)

Tuesdays in April, 11:00 ESL Coffee, Tea and Conversation Practice your English while enjoying tea or coffee. Adults.

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Tuesday, April 2, 7:00 Herndon Book Club— Fiction Addiction Plus We will review The Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane by Lisa See. All are welcome. Adults. Thursday, April 4, 4:45 Lego Club Keep your engineering and problem solving skills flowing. Age 5-12. Friday, April 5, 10:30 Sensory Connection Storytime Interactive and educational program for all children in a sensory-friendly environment. Birth-3 with adult. (R) Monday, April 8, 7:00 Writers Group The group reviews works-in-progress from up to three members each month. Adults. Tuesday, April 9, 10:30 Riverbend Park for Preschoolers Return of the Amphibians. Age 2-5 with adult. Friday, April 12, 10:30 Playdate Cafe Toys and play space for children. Coffee and conversation for adults. Birth-5 with adult. Saturday, April 13, 1:00 Herndon Library Board Games Come and play classic board games with a fun group of people! Adults. Saturday, April 13, 10:30 Family Storytime Stories and songs for the whole family. All ages. Monday, April 15, 10:30 Peter McCory and his One-Man Band Come see Peter McCory and his OneMan Band. All ages. Tuesday, April 16, 10:30 Frying Pan Park at the Library Meet a Frying Pan Park goat, enjoy an activity, story and craft. Age 5-11.

Tuesday, April 16, 6:30 Herndon Teen Book Club Talk about books with other teens. We will review El Deafo by Cece Bell. We provide food! Age 13-18. Tuesday, April 16, 9:00–4:00 DMV2Go DMV Services DMV2GO offers all services except vital records. The bus is handicapped accessible. Adults. Wednesday, April 17, 10:30 Bubble Fun The Bubble Lady creates giant bubbles, smoke bubbles and even a bubble you can get into. All ages. Thursday, April 18, 1:30 Otto, the Talking Car Meet Otto, the talking car, and learn about bike safety in this engaging program. Age 3-6 with adult. (R) Thursday, April 18, 4:45 All things STEAM Explore science, technology, engineering, art and math. Grades K-5. (R)

Saturday, April 20, 10:15 Easter Egg Storytime Hunt for eggs on the Town Green, then enjoy stories and crafts at the library. Age 5-7. Saturday, April 20, 11:00 Easter Egg Storytime Hunt for eggs on the Town Green, then enjoy stories and crafts at the library. Age 3-4 with adult. Saturday, April 20, 2:00 Fix-It Clinic Bring in small, broken household items, and fixers will get them back in working order. Adults.

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Friday, April 26, 10:00–5:30 Saturday, April 27, 10:00–4:30 Herndon Friends Spring Book Sale Shop the Herndon Friends SemiAnnual Book Sale. All ages.

Friday, April 26, 10:30 Wee Got the Beat, Too! Program for children with sensory needs but appropriate for all. Enjoy music, rhymes and movement. Age 6 months-5 with adult. (R) Tuesday, April 30, 6:30 Pajama Party Storytime Wear your pajamas, listen to stories and make a simple craft. All ages.

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. eBook Clinic Learn how to access library eBooks and eAudiobooks. Call for an appointment, bring your charged device and password. Adults. Mondays in April, 1:00 Chair Yoga Gentle yoga taught by a Sandra Reidregistered instructor. Adults. Thursdays in April, 2:00 English Conversation Conversation group for people learning English. Adults. Fridays in April, 10:30 Playdate Cafe Caregivers can socialize while their children play. Birth-5 with adult.

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Saturday, April 6, 20, 10:30 Saturday Family Storytime Stories, songs, rhymes and more. Birth-5 with adult. Wednesday, April 17, 10:30 Monday, April 22, 10:30 Toddler Time Stories, songs, rhymes and more. Age 18 months-3 with adult. Monday, April 1, Blackout Poetry Celebrate National Poetry Month by creating an original poem. Teens-adults. Tuesday, April 2, 7:00 Bedtime Storytime Wear your pajamas, bring a stuffed friend and enjoy stories and songs. Birth-5 with adult. Wednesday, April 3, 10:30 Preschool STEAM Intro to STEAM topics with stories, songs and more. Age 3-5 with adult. Sunday, April 7, 1:00 Can You Dig It? Records, Live Music and Smooth Sounds Live music and fellowship with other music enthusiasts. Donated records will be on sale for a dime. Zaug Music will perform songs from the ‘70s and ‘80s. Adults. (R) Monday, April 8, 10:30 Wednesday, April 10, 10:30 Tots and Tales Stories, songs, rhymes and more. Birth-18 months with adult. Monday, April 8, 7:00 New-Adult Gathering New adults gather and talk, with book recommendations that have mature themes in a YA setting. Ask for details on online participation. Tuesday, April 16, 7:00 Library eResources Series: LitFinder and AutoMate Learn how to use these library databases. Teens-adults.

Thursday, April 18, 4:30 Elements of STEAM Explore the world of STEAM. Experience a new topic each month. Grades 2-4. Thursday, April 18, 7:15 John Marshall Book Group Mr. Flood’s Last Resort by Jess Kidd. Adults. Tuesday, April 23, 7:00 Craft Night for Adults & Teens Make plantable flower seed paper from recycled materials. Teens-adults. Wednesday, April 24, 10:30 Preschool Storytime Stories, songs, rhymes and more. Age 3-5 years with adult. Tuesday, April 30, 7:00 Pop Culture Trivia Night: Firefly/ Serenity Calling all Browncoats: test your Firefly/Serenity knowledge. Adults.

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. Tuesdays in April, 10:30 Polish Conversation Group - Beginner Practice and improve your Polish with a native speaker. Adults.

Wednesdays in April, 4:00 Wednesdays in April, 5:00 Parents Can Do Math! Need a math refresher? Bring math problems and work through them with our volunteer. Adults. Fridays in April, 10:00 English Conversation Group Practice English in a friendly and encouraging group. Adults. Fridays in April, 12:00 French Conversation Group Practice French language skills with a native speaker. Adults. Fridays in April, 1:00 Basic Computer Skills Training Learn basic computer skills with our one-on-one volunteers. Adults. (R)

Fridays in April, 2:00 Keeping Up with Kids—Flickr, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter & Skype Learn the basics about social networking tools with a one-on-one technology volunteer. Adults. (R) Saturdays in April, 12:30 English for Pre-Beginners We will focus on vocabulary, numbers and phrases. Adults. (R) Tuesday, April 2, 10:30 Preschool Storytime Stories songs and fun for your preschooler. Age 3-5 with adult. (R)

Tuesdays in April, 11:30 Polish Conversation Group Advanced Practice your Polish with a native speaker. Adults. Wednesdays in April, 10:30 Korean Language for Beginners Introduction to Korean language and culture. No prior knowledge of Korean language is required. (R)

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Thursday, April 4, 7:00 Adults Bring Your Own Game Night (BYOG) Bring a favorite board game or card game to share at the library. Some supplies provided. Adults. Continued on next page

Saturday, April 6, 20, 11:00 Kings Park Library Teen Advisory Board (TAB) Meeting Teen volunteers develop library programs and services, as well as leadership skills. Age 13-18. Saturday, April 6, 1:00 3D Printing 101 for Adults Learn the basics of 3D printing and design. Create a free account on www. tinkercad.com prior to session. Older teens-adults.

Tuesday, April 16, 1:00 Great Decisions Seminar Roundtable discussion of U.S. foreign policy. Topic: The Middle East: Regional Disorder. Adults. Tuesday, April 16, 1:30 Afternoon Book Discussion Group Hallucinations by Oliver Sacks. Adults. Tuesday, April 16, 4:45 Legos in the Library Make creations and friends with our Lego bricks. Age 5-12. Tuesday, April 16, 6:30 Evening Book Discussion Group The Weight of Ink by Rachel Kadish. Adults.

Tuesday, April 9, 5:00–6:00 Paws to Read Practice reading with a trained therapy dog. Call or sign up online for a 15-minute session. Age 6-12 with adult. (R) Tuesday, April 9, 7:00 Calling All Guys Book group for boys. The Journey of Little Charlie by Christopher Paul Curtis. Age 9-12 with adult.

Wednesday, April 10, 4:30 Youth Sketching and Watercolor Painting Club Sketching and watercolor tips from a local artist. Paper, pencils and paints supplied. Age 9-16. (R) Thursday, April 11, 4:45 Science & Stories Introduction to science topics with stories, songs, nonfiction and miniexperiments. Age 4-6 with adult. (R) Saturday, April 13, 2:00 Cooking Tuscan Recipes Chef Cal Kraft returns and brings a taste of Tuscany. Teens-adults.

Kingstowne Library 6500 Landsdowne Ctr. 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. Wednesdays in April, 10:15 Thursdays in April, 7:00 English Conversation Conversation group for people learning English. Adults.

Wednesday, April 17, 10:30 Small Oneders Rhymes, stories, songs and activities for you and your toddler. Age 12-23 months with adult. (R) Thursday, April 18, 4:45 Chess Club Learn openings, strategies, tactics and more. Age 8-16. Thursday, April 18, 7:00 Craft and Chat Work on your favorite craft or try out a new one. Adults. Saturday, April 20, 10:30 Sensory Storytime Multi-sensory storytime geared toward children with special needs with stories, songs and social interaction. Age 2-8 with adult. (R) Saturday, April 20, 2:00 Kings Park Robotics Club Learn about building and programming robots. Age 8-13. Parents welcome. (R) Monday, April 22, 7:00 Let’s Hear It for the Girls! All girls book discussion group. Serafina’s Promise by Ann E. Burg. Age 9-12. Tuesday, April 23, 6:30 Pokémon Club Bring your Pokémon trading cards to trade or play. Age 6-12.

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Saturday, April 6, 13, 10:00 VITA Tax Assistance IRS-certified volunteers help taxpayers who earn up to $54,000 per year. Adults. Monday, April 1, 10:30 Wonderful Ones Early literacy program with stories and songs. Age 12 to 23 months with adult. (R) Wednesday, April 3, 10:30 Friday, April 26, 10:30 Baby & Me Early literacy program with stories and songs. Age 1-11 months with adult. (R) Wednesday, April 3, 12:15 Daytime Book Discussion Orphan Train by Christina Baker Kline. Adults. Thursday, April 4, 6:30 Books & Brews Book Club Meet author Sherry Harris and discuss the Sarah Winston Garage Sale Mystery series. This group meets at Forge Brew Works, 8532 Terminal Road, Lorton. Adults.

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Monday, April 8, 10:30 Terrific Twos and Threes Early literacy program with stories and songs. Age 2-3 with adult. (R)

Saturday, April 27, 11:00 Know Your Muslim Neighbors! Meet new friends, celebrate diversity and taste international delicacies. All ages.

Tuesday, April 9, 7:00 Death Cafe Discuss death in an open forum. There will be cake. Adults. Tuesday, April 9, 7:00 Second Tuesday Book Group The Doggie in the Window: How One Dog Led Me from the Pet Store to the Factory Farm to Uncover the Truth of Where Puppies Really Come From by Rory Kress. Adults. Wednesday, April 10, 2:00 KNCAA Book Group Small Great Things by Jodi Picoult. Meet next door at Kingstowne Center for Active Adults. Adults. Thursday, April 11, 7:00 Are You Smarter than a Librarian? Trivia @ the Library Show off your useful and useless knowledge. Prizes will be awarded to the winners. Age 16-adult. Friday, April 12, 10:30 and 11:15 Wee Got the Beat! Join other parents and kids for socialization through music. Age 6 months-5 with adult. (R)

Tuesday, April 16, 10:30 Dance to the Music Practice your dance moves and sing along with other children. Age 2-4 with adult. Tuesday, April 16, 7:00 Kingstowne Library Friends Quarterly Meeting Friends of the Kingstowne Library Quarterly Meeting. New members welcome. Adults. Wednesday, April 17, 1:00 It’s a Snap! Snap together intricate circuits to create devices. Age 6-12. (R) Wednesday, April 17, 11:00 Protect Yourself from Fraud and Identity Theft Learn how to safeguard against identity theft and fraud. Friday, April 19, 10:30 Child & Me Yoga Breathing exercises, poses, music and storytime. Bring a yoga mat or beach towel. Age 1-3 with adult. (R) Saturday, April 20, 1:00–2:00 Wag a Tale Need a little practice reading or just love dogs? Read to one of our therapy dogs. Age 5-12. (R)

Saturday, April 13, 10:00–3:00 Friends of the Kingstowne Library Book Sale Finds for all readers. All ages.

Monday, April 22, 10:30 Fabulous Fours and Fives Early literacy program with stories and songs. Age 4-5 with adult. (R)

Monday, April 15, 10:30 Mr. Panda! Mr. Panda helps us learn about manners and patience. Age 3-5 with adult. (R)

Tuesday, April 23, 6:30 In a Pickle? Fermentation! An overview of food fermentation and its delicious products such as kimchi and sauerkraut. Adults. (R)

Tuesday, April 30, 7:00 Legos in the Library Drop in and use your imagination to create and build. Age 6 and up.

Lorton Library 9520 Richmond Hwy. 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. Mondays in April, 11:00 Babies & Tots Songs, rhymes, a story and more. Birth-23 months with adult. (R) Mondays in April, 1:00 Tuesdays in April, 7:00 Saturdays in April, 11:00 One-On-One Computer/Technology Help One-hour session with a volunteer for help with basic computer skills. Call for appointment. Adults. (R) Tuesdays in April, 10:30 English Conversation Group Practice speaking English. Adults. Wednesday, April 3, 10, 24, 11:00 Terrific Two to Fives Storytime with books, songs and rhymes. Age 2-5 with adult. (R) Thursday, April 4, 7:00 Jammin’ Book Party Enjoy books, games and snacks. Ask for copies of this month’s books at the Circulation Desk. Age 9-12. Continued on next page

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Thursday, April 25, 7:00 Lorton Library Friends Meeting Join the Lorton Library Friends for their quarterly meeting. Adults.

Monday, April 8, 7:00 Watching TV on the Internet Today’s TVs, computers and mobile devices offer options to watch movies and TV programs via streaming video. Adults. Thursday, April 11, 7:00 AARP Fraud/ID Theft A discussion about how to spot and avoid identity theft and fraud. Adults. (R) Saturday, April 13, 1:30 STEM Storytime: Weather Wonders Weather-themed songs, stories and science experiments. Age 3-7. Saturday, April 13, 9:00 Second Saturdays with Supervisor Storck Meet with your Board of Supervisors representative Dan Storck to discuss your concerns. Monday, April 15, 7:00 Lorton Evening Book Conversations Book Discussion. Call library for title. Adults. Tuesday, April 16, 2:00 STEAM Team: Spring into Science Spring-themed science experiments and challenges. Age 7-12. (R) Wednesday, April 17, 11:00 Family Movie Indoor Picnic Bring your lunch and enjoy Finding Nemo (rated G). Light snacks provided. All ages. Thursday, April 18, 7:00 Peeps Diorama Contest for Teens Create a Peeps diorama using supplies provided by the library. Prizes awarded. Age 12-18. (R)

Monday, April 1, 7:00 Cliffhanger Book Club Check out the book and find out what happens next. Grades 5-6. (R) Tuesday, April 2, 7:00 Cook Book Club for New and ‘Seasoned’ Cooks Share your culinary experiences using salad cookbooks. Samples appreciated. Adults.

Saturday, April 27, 11:00 Paws to Read Drop-in and practice reading aloud to a trained therapy dog. Age 5-12. Monday, April 29, 11:00 Babies & Tots Songs, rhymes, a story and more. Age 0-23 months with adult. (R)

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. Tuesdays in April, 10:30 French Conversation Practice your French language skills with a native speaker. Adults.

Wednesday, April 3, 10:30 Stories and More Stories, crafts and activities. Age 3-5 with adult. (R) Wednesday, April 3, 4:30 Lego Club You bring the imagination. We’ll provide the Legos. Grades K-6. Thursday, April 4, 7:00 Saturday, April 13, 1:00 Monday, April 22, 7:00 Monday, April 29, 7:00 Building to Crescendo: A Poetry Reading Local poets will read their work. Teens-adults.

Saturday, April 6, 13, 27, 10:30 GIVE Volunteer Tutoring Volunteer tutoring for elementary school children. Grades K-6.

Saturday, April 6, 2:00 The Civil War in Northern Virginia 1861 The beginning of the Civil War and its effects on Northern Virginia are discussed by author William Connery. Teens-adults.

Saturdays in April, 12:30 English Conversation Group Practice speaking English in a group setting. All levels welcome. Adults.

Monday, April 8, 7:00 Cliffhanger Book Club Too Check out the book and find out what happens next. Grades 3-4. (R)

Monday, April 1, 10:30 Baby & Me! Stories, songs and movement activities for you and your little one. Birth-12 months with adult. (R)

Tuesday, April 9, 7:00 Martha’s Tuesday Evening Book Discussion Group Read and discuss Commonwealth by Ann Patchett. Adults.

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Tuesday, April 9, 23 10:30 Twos and Threes Together Books, songs and fun activities for toddlers. Age 2-3 with adult. (R)

Thursday, April 18, 7:00 Martha’s Poetry Discussion Group Read and discuss the poetry of Maxine Kumin. Adults.

Thursday, April 11, 1:30 Library Afternoon After-preschool stories, activities and fun. Age 3-5 with adult. (R) Friday, April 12, 10:30 Playdate Cafe Coffee and conversation with other parents and childhood experts. Birth-5 with adult. Friday, April 12, 26, 4:00 Board @ the Library Bring your favorite game or choose from the library’s. Grades 7-12. Monday, April 15, 10:30 Small Wonders Stories, songs and movement. Age 13-23 months with adult. (R) Monday, April 15, 2:00 Fairy Tale STEM Play with fairy tales while exploring science. Grades K-2. (R)

Monday, April 15, 7:00 Bullet Journals 101 The basics of bullet journaling and how it helps you get things done. Receive a starter journal. Adults. Tuesday, April 16, 2:00 Signs of Spring A park guide will tell us about spring and will be joined by an American toad. Grades K- 6. Wednesday, April 17, 10:30 Stories and More Stories, crafts and activities. Age 3-5 with adult. (R) Thursday, April 18, 2:00 Melty Bead Fandom Keychains Create a keychain using melty beads. Grades 3-6. (R)

Friday, April 19, 4:00 Crafts for a Cause: Cards for Hospitalized Kids Make cards for kids in the hospital and earn an hour of community service. Grades 7-12. Saturday, April 20, 10:30 Earth Day Family Storytime Get ready for Earth Day every day with a green storytime. All ages. Saturday, April 20, 2:00 Fix-It Clinic Bring in small, broken household items, and volunteer fixers will help you get them back in working order. Adults.

Oakton Library 10304 Lynnhaven Pl. 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. Tuesdays in April, 11:00 Computer One-on-One Learn the basics of the internet, email, Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. (R) Tuesday, April 9, 16, 23, 30, 1:00 and 2:00 Thursday, April 11, 18, 25, 1:00 and 2:00 English Conversation One-on-One English practice for non-native speakers. Call to register. Adults. (R) Wednesdays in April, 10:30 eBook/eReader Instruction Library eBooks, eAudiobooks with your device. Adults.

Monday, April 22, 4:15–5:15 Read to the Dog Practice reading with a furry friend. Grades K-6. (R) Tuesday, April 23, 7:00 Martha’s Mystery Book Discussion Read to discuss Dying on the Vine by Aaron Elkins. Adults. Thursday, April 25, 7:00 The Story Project Listen to a story, then create artwork to take home. Grades K-3. (R) Saturday, April 27, 2:00 Martha’s Family Movie Matinee Join us each month for a fun new family flick. All ages.

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Wednesday, April 3, 10:30 Baby Steps Storytime Have fun with your little one while building early literacy foundations. Age 3-12 months with adult. Thursday, April 4, 1:00–8:00 Friday, April 5, 10:00–5:30 Saturday, April 6, 10:00–3:00 Friends of the Oakton Library Book Sale A wide selection of almost-new books for all ages. All ages.

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Friday, April 12, 4:30 STEAM Kids Lab Fun, enriching activities featuring STEAM. Age 6-12.

Thursday, April 4, 6:00 Teen Advisory Board Gain leadership experience and discuss what the library can do for you. Grades 7-12.

Saturday, April 13, 2:00 Oakton’s Family Movie: My Little Pony: The Movie A showing of My Little Pony: The Movie. Bring a snack, a blanket and have fun watching. All ages.

Thursday, April 18, 7:00 Oakton Book Discussion Group The April selection is Manhattan Beach by Jennifer Egan. Everyone is welcome to join! Adults. Saturday, April 20, 10:00–11:00 Read to the Dog Read to a therapy dog. Sign up for a 15-minute session. Age 5-11. (R)

Monday, April 8, 15, 22, 29, 12:30 Group English Conversation English practice for non-native speakers. Adults. Monday, April 8, 7:00 Sahaja Yoga Meditation Workshop Connect with your inner energy and achieve a state of peace. Grades 7-adult. Tuesday, April 9, 16, 23, 30, 12:30 Canasta Group Enjoy socializing while you play Canasta. Beginners welcome. Adults.

Monday, April 15, 6:00 GIVE Tutoring High school students offer tutoring in all major subjects. Grades K-8.

Tuesday, April 9, 7:00 Money Matters Book Club The April selection is Fed Up: An Insider’s Take on Why the Federal Reserve Is Bad for America by Danielle DiMartino Booth. Adults.

Tuesday, April 16, 11:30 Homeschool Literature Group: High School Discuss books with other homeschool students. Personal Recollections of Joan of Arc by Mark Twain. Age 14-18.

Wednesday, April 10, 1:00 Mystery Book Club The April selection is The Thirst by Jo Nesbo. Adults.

Tuesday, April 16, 11:30 Homeschool Literature Group: Middle School Discuss literature and Newbery Award winning books. Perilous Gard by Elizabeth Pope. Age: 12-14,

Wednesday, April 10, 10:30 Small Wonders Short stories for you and your child. Age 13-23 months with adult. Thursday, April 11, 18, 25, 2:00 U.S. Citizenship—Pass the Test! 12-week class prepares students to pass the U.S. Citizenship test. Students must register and attend all 12 classes. Adults. (R) Thursday, April 11, 18, 25, 7:00 Acting for Young People Professional-level theater training in a supportive and fun environment. Grades 6-12.

Tuesday, April 16, 11:30 Homeschool Literature Group: Younger Middle School Discussions of Newbery Award winning books and classic literature. A Long Walk to Water by Linda Sue Park. Age 10-12. Wednesday, April 17, 10:30 Family Storytime Stories, songs and rhymes. All ages.

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Saturday, April 20, 2:00 Fix-It Clinic Bring in small, broken household items, and fixers will help you get them back in working order. Adults. Monday, April 22, 6:30 Duplos in the Library Use Duplos to tackle roles like architect, builder or anything you can imagine. Age 2-5. Monday, April 22, 6:30 Legos in the Library Have fun and make new friends. Ages 5-12. Tuesday, April 23, 10:30 Terrific Fours and Fives Join us for stories songs and rhymes. Age 4-5 with adult. Tuesday, April 23, 7:00 Enduring Lessons on Investing Certified wealth strategist covers investing, saving and spending that can help secure your future. Adults. Wednesday, April 24, 10:30 Playdate Cafe Toys and playspace for children. Birth-5 with adult.

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Friday, April 26, 10:00 Caring for You, Caring for Me— Support and Education for Caregivers Advocacy and care for both caregiver and the recipient. Meetings are weekly for five weeks. Adults. (R) Monday, April 29, 6:00 Downsizing Your Home Tips on downsizing whether moving or making your current home work better as you grow older. Adults. Monday, April 29, 6:30 Pokémon Club Bring your Pokémon trading cards to trade or play. Age 6-12. Tuesday, April 30, 10:30 Toddler Tales Stories and activities for you and your toddler. Age 2-3 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. Fridays in April, 10:00 English Conversation Group Practice your English conversation skills in a group. Adults. Monday, April 1, 8, 22, 10:30 Toddlin’ Twos & Threes Join us for stories songs and rhymes. Age 2-3 with adult. (R) Monday, April, 1, 8, 15, 22, 7:00 Goodnight, Sleep Tight Wear your pajamas for stories and songs. All ages.

Tuesday, April 2, 9, 16, 23, 10:30 Babies and Books Stories, songs and rhymes. Birth-23 months with adult. (R)

Tuesday, April 9, 12:00 Vienna Business Association Lunch and Learn Learn about online research tools from Fairfax County Public Library. BYO lunch and laptop. Adults.

Tuesday, April 2, 16, 1:00 German Conversation Group Practice German with a skilled instructor. Basic knowledge of German required. Adults.

Tuesday, April 9, 23, 2:15 Tech for All: Drop-in Help for Apple iOS Users Bring your Apple device in and get basic questions answered. Adults.

Tuesday, April 2, 16, 2:15 Tech for All: Drop-in Help for Android Users Bring your Android device and get your questions answered. Adults.

Tuesday, April 9, 7:00 Vienna Women’s Center: Serving Women for 40 Years The services and achievements of The Women’s Center. Adults.

Wednesday, April 3, 10:30 Saturday, April 13, 10:30 Playdate Zone Socialize while the kids play with toys. Birth-5 with adult. Thursday, April 4, 11, 25, 4:00 Treasured Four-Fives Stories songs and rhymes. Age 4-5 with adult. (R)

Wednesday, April 10, 2:00 STEAM Storytime Stories and activities with a focus on STEAM. Age 2-5 with adult. (R) Thursday, April 11, 25, 1:00 Russian Conversation Group Practice Russian with a native-speaking volunteer. Adults.

Friday, April 5, 19, 3:30 Pokémon League Learn and play. Age 5-18. Friday, April 12, 26, 3:30 Dungeons & Dragons Experienced or just starting out, roll the dice and see what adventure awaits you. Grades 7-12. (R)

Monday, April 8, 1:00 Knitting Group for All Bring your knitting projects. Share tips and enjoy conversation. Adults. Monday, April 8, 4:00–5:00 Thursday, April 18, 4:00–5:00 Read to a Dog—Woof, and Paws Sign up to read with a reading therapy dog. Age 6-12. (R)

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Saturday, April 13, 1:30 Meet Author Jeffrey Gorsky The author of Exiles in Sepharad: The Jewish Millennium in Spain shares the history of the Jews in Spain. Books available for sale and signing. Adults. Monday, April 15, 10:00 Vienna VIP Support for individuals with vision impairments. Adults.

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Monday, April 15, 11:30 Mystery Book Club at Vienna Community Center This month’s title: The Coroner’s Lunch by Colin Cotterill. Adults. Monday, April 15, 2:00 Printmaking Workshop for Kids Celebrate World Art Day with the art of printmaking. Age 7-12. (R) Monday, April 15, 7:00 Not Just for Teens Adult Book Club For adults who love YA. April’s title: First & Then by Emma Mills. Adults. Tuesday, April 16, 7:30 Unlocking Social Security When to file for benefits, work limitations, making the most of Social Security and more. Adults. Wednesday, April 17, 10:30 The Slime Show with Eric Energy A wacky scientist will lead visual experiments that deal with atoms, molecules and polymers. Age 5-12. Thursday, April 18, 1:00 Classic Books Discussion Group Discuss The Death of the Heart by Elizabeth Bowen. Adults.

Thursday, April 25, 1:00 Patrick Henry Book Club Trail of Broken Wings by Sejal Badani. Adults. Thursday, April 25, 7:30 20 Years in the Secret Service The daughter of the author of 20 Years in the Secret Service talks about his story. Books available for signing. Teens-adults.

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Tuesdays in April, 7:00 3D – Discover, Design, Deliver Bring your 3D printing questions to this walk-in clinic. Teens-adults.

Saturday, April 20, 11:00 Happy Birthday! Monthly Storytime Monthly storytime to celebrate April birthdays. All Ages.

Wednesday, April 24, 1:30 Picture Book Time Join us for stories, songs and rhymes. Age 2-5 with adult. (R)

Tuesday, April 2, 7:00 Tuesday Night Special: A Book Club for Teens/Adults with Special Needs Read or listen to a biography. Come and talk about it. Teens-adults. Wednesday, April 3, 7:00 Pohick Writers’ Roundtable Discuss your work with other writers. Adults. Friday, April 5, 10:30 Storytime Yoga Stories, songs and yoga. Bring a mat. Birth-6 with adult. (R)

Monday, April 1, 8, 15, 22, 7:00 English Conversation Group Join our group to practice your English conversation. Adults.

Wednesdays in April, 11:30, 12:15 One-on-One English Practice Practice speaking, reading and writing with an English speaker. Adults. (R)

Tuesday, April 23, 1:00 Japanese Conversation Group Practice your Japanese with a native speaker. Adults.

Tuesday, April 2, 23, 10:30 Small Oneders Enjoy stories and rhymes while building early literacy skills. Age 12-23 months with adult. (R)

Thursdays in April, 10:00-Noon Walk-in Tech Help Clinic Help with eBooks, mobile devices and basic computer skills. Bring account IDs and passwords. Adults. Monday, April 1, 4:30 Maker Mondays: Arduinos Build electronic control circuits. Computers available or bring your own. Age 9-17. (R)

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Saturday, April 6, 2:00 Five Recipes Everyone Should Know, with Chef Cal Learn recipes everyone should know. Teens-adults. Sunday, April 7, 3:30 Burke Historical Society Presents: Lipstick Brigade: WWII Government Girls Cindy Gueli talks about her book Lipstick Brigade, stories of the women who went to work in Washington during WWII. Adults. Monday, April 8, 4:30 Maker Mondays: Raspberry Pi An introduction to Raspberry Pi processors. Computers will be available or bring your own. Age 9-17. (R) Tuesday, April 9, 1:00 Irish Genealogy Special Interest Various topics about Irish genealogy research. Adults. Events subject to change. Check the library’s website for up-to-date listings. (R) = Registration required.

Tuesday, April 9, 10:30 Tales for Twos: Teddy Bear Dance Bring your teddy and hear stories, rhymes and songs. Age 24-35 months with adult. (R) Wednesday, April 10, 10:30 Toddler Yoga: Jungle Yoga Adventure full of the sights and sounds of the rain forest. Bring a yoga mat. Age 1-4 with adult. (R) Wednesday, April 10, 7:00 Fairfax County Photography Club Join photographers of all levels to share and instruct. Adults. Wednesday, April 10, 7:00 Federal Jobs 101 Effectively search the USAJobs website; get tips to tailor your resume to vacancies. Adults. (R) Wednesday, April 10, 7:30 Young at Heart Book Club Join a youthful-minded group of adults to explore the world of YA literature. What I Saw and How I Lied by Judy Blundell. Teens-adults. Thursday, April 11, 4:30 Chess Club Learn openings, strategies, tactics and more. Players paired with others of similar skill. Age 8-16. Friday, April 12, 10:30 Stories for 3-5s: Elephant Walk Elephant stories, activities and music. Age 3-5 with adult. (R) Saturday, April 13, 1:00â&#x20AC;&#x201C;2:00 Read to the Dog Read aloud to a trained therapy dog. Call or sign up for a 15-minute session. Age 6-12. (R)

Saturday, April 13, 10:30 Babies Blossoming Songs, rhymes, stories and activities. Birth-11 months with adult. (R)

Saturday, April 20, 10:30 Legos Kids Club Use imagination to create with thousands of Legos. Grade K-5.

Monday, April 15, 1:00 Fairfax Genealogy Societyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s German Special Interest Group Discussions on topics of interest for German genealogy research. Adults.

Saturday, April 20, 2:00 Fix-It Clinic Bring in small, broken household items and fixers will help you get them back in working order. Adults.

Monday, April 15, 4:30 Maker Mondays: 3D Printing Learn about 3D printing. Computers will be available at class; feel free bring your own. Age 9-17. (R) Tuesday, April 16, 7:00 Bedtime Stories: Around the World Wear your jammies and bring a stuffed friend for stories and other activities. Age 3-6 with adult. (R) Tuesday, April 16, 7:00 Pohick Evening Book Discussion Group The River of Doubt by Candace Millar. Adults. Tuesday, April 16, 7:30 Reading the Classics Book Group Explore works of classic literature in prose, drama and nonfiction genres. Selection: The End of the Affair by Graham Greene. Teens-adults.

Tuesday, April 23, 7:00 Henna Design Workshop History and art of henna design. Create your own design. Parental consent required. Grades 7-12. (R) Wednesday, April 24, 10:30 Rhythm & Rhyme Short stories and poems paired with simple melodies, movements and rhythms. Birth-2 with adult. (R) Thursday, April 25, 4:30 Graphics Are Great Book Club A book club for graphic novel fans. Bring a graphic novel to share with others. Talk about books, eat snacks and have fun. Grades 4-6. Continued on next page

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Thursday, April 18, 4:30 Young Artists Sketching and Watercolor Painting Learn to sketch and paint with watercolors from a local artist. Materials provided. Age 9-16. (R) Thursday, April 18, 7:00 Family Movie Night See Ferdinand, the giant bull who hates fighting. All ages.

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Fix-It Clinics April 20 from 2-4 p.m.

Volunteers will be standing by to help repair small household objects, clothing, jewelry and more. Check our website for locations.

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. Tuesdays in April, 7:00 Spanchats Join our ongoing Spanish conversation group. All levels are welcome. Adults.

Saturday, April 6, 1:30 Life Lessons from Mt. Kilimanjaro Robert Perry shares the story of his trek to the highest peak in Africa and signs copies of his book. Teens-adults.

Thursday, April 11, 7:00 Poetry Slam We’re celebrating poetry month with a poetry slam. Share your own or your favorites. Teens-adults.

Saturday, April 6, 11:00 Otto the Auto Otto teaches children about traffic safety. Age 3-6 with adult. (R)

Thursday, April 11, 25, 7:00 Teen Advisory Board (TAB) Meeting Join TAB to gain leadership and volunteer experience. Volunteer hours granted. Age 13-18.

Sunday, April 7, 14, 28 2:00 History of World War II Harry Butowsky presents parts 4, 5 and 6 of his 6-part lecture series on World War II. Teens-adults.

Friday, April 12, 10:30 Gymboree Music I Melody and rhythm in songs. Age 6-18 months with adult. (R)

Thursdays in April, 5:00 Fridays in April, 10:00 Saturdays in April, 11:00 Sunday, April 7, 3:00 One-on-One Computer/Internet/ eBook Help Call us to make an appointment for a one-hour session with a tech volunteer for computer skills, internet and eBook help. Adults. Tuesday, April 2, 10:30 Monday, April 15, 10:30 Baby Lapsit Rhymes and songs. Birth-11 months with adult. (R) Tuesday, April 2, 6:30 Tai Chi Fitness Join us for a fun Tai Chi fitness class. Teens-adults. (R) Wednesday, April 3, 6:30 Healthy Weight at Any Age A nutritionist presents this workshop on achieving your healthy weight at any age. Teens-adults. Thursday, April 4, 7:00 Millennials Book Club Check out a library copy or pick up a copy of your own. Adults from early 20s to early 30s.

Monday, April 8, 10:30 Toddler Storytime Join us for fun stories, songs and finger plays. Age 2 with adult. (R) Monday, April 8, 2:00 eBook help on Mondays Help downloading library eBooks onto electronic devices. Adults. Tuesday, April 9, 23 11:00 Baby Play & Explore Enjoy an hour of unstructured play and social time for babies. Birth-18 months with adult. Tuesday, April 9, 7:00–8:00 Read to the Dog Read to a therapy dog. Sign up for a 15-minute session. Age 5-11. (R) Wednesday, April 10, 7:00 Environmental Stewardship Ways to contribute to environmental stewardship in the community. All ages. Thursday, April 11, 10:30 Storytime for Three to Fives Early literacy program with stories and activities. Age 3-5 with adult.

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Friday, April 12, 11:15 Gymboree Music II Dance to a new musical style. Age 18-24 months with adult. (R) Saturday, April 13, 10:30 Sing Books with Miss Emily Join Miss Emily for singing storytime. All ages. Tuesday, April 16, 7:00 Sam’s Book Club Join former FCPL Library Director Sam Clay. This month’s title is A Year In Provence by Peter Mayle. Wednesday, April 17, 6:30 Bollywood Dance Fitness Join us for a fun new Bollywood dance fitness program, led by local instructor. Teens-adults. Thursday, April 18, 10:30 Baby Steps Storytime An interactive storytime. Age 12-23 months with adult. Friday, April 19, 10:30 Baby & Me Yoga Nurturing yoga workshop. Bring a mat or blanket. Age 6 weeks-16 months with adult. (R)

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Friday, April 19, 2:00 Great Decisions Series Discuss the rise of populism in Europe. Discussion materials are available at the Info Desk. Adults.

Saturday, April 20, 2:00 Pneumatic Creature Lab Explore how air can be used to move parts of a creature that you design and built. Age 6-11. (R) Saturday, April 20, 3:30 Pneumatic Creature Lab Explore how air can be used to move parts of a creature you design and build. Age 12-18. (R)

Saturday, April 20, 2:00 FCPL Fix It Clinic Bring in small, broken household items, and fixers will help you get them back in working order. Adults.

Monday, April 22, 10:30 Nose to Toes Yoga Explore yoga while enjoying books and songs. Age 3-5 with adult. (R)

Monday, April 22, 7:00 Home Sellers’ Class: Learn about Planning, Pricing, Marketing, Processing, Closing Realtor presents workshop with tips on selling your home. Adults. Tuesday, April 23, 11:00 Baby Play & Explore Unstructured play and social time. Birth-18 months with adult.

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Learning English at the Reston Regional Library ONE-TO-ONE ENGLISH CONVERSATION

Multiple one-on-one practice sessions with a volunteer are available each week. Sign up begins every Monday at 1 p.m. at the information desk or by phone.

ESL BOOK CLUB

Meets every other month on the second Tuesday. Next meeting will be on Tuesday, April 9, at 1:00 p.m. to discuss Jules Verne’s Around the World in Eighty Days. Questions and sign-up at: restonESLbookclub@gmail.com.

WEEKLY GROUPS

PRE-BEGINNERS With Maureen, Wednesdays, 10-11 a.m. BEGINNERS With Lou, Tuesdays, 10-11 a.m. With Genie, Thursdays, 10-11 a.m. With Ivan, Fridays, 10-11 a.m. INTERMEDIATE With Rick, Mondays, 10-11 a.m. With Addie, Wednesdays, 1-2 p.m.

ADVANCED With Richard, Thursdays, 10-11:30 a.m. With Mary, Fridays, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

SPEAK AND WRITE With Dorothy, Mondays 1:30-3 p.m.

VOCABULARY BUILDING With Sharoni, Mondays 11 a.m.-1:15 p.m.

PRONUNCIATION AND SPEAKING With Genie, Thursdays, 1-2:30 p.m.

DIALOGS AND GRAMMAR With Judy, Tuesdays, 11:15 a.m.12:30 p.m.

12-WEEK COURSES (Regular attendance is required) GRAMMAR AND VOCABULARY FOR ADVANCED STUDENTS Meets on Tuesdays. Registration required. Class is already in session. Ask at the info desk for availability and late registration. U.S. CITIZENSHIP FOR BEGINNERS Meets on Thursdays. Registration required. Class is already in session. Ask at the info desk for availability and late registration. U.S. CITIZENSHIP FOR INTERMEDIATE STUDENTS Meets on Saturdays. Registration required. Class is already in session. Ask at the info desk for availability and late registration.

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Tuesday, April 23, 7:00 Yoga with Rupa The benefits and practice of yoga. Please bring your own mat. Teens-adults.

Wednesday, April 3, 10:30 Mother Goose Rhyme Time Join us for stories and songs. Birth-18 months with adult. (R)

Wednesday, April 17, 10:30 Toddler Time Join us for stories and activities. Age 18 months-3 with adult. (R)

Thursday, April 4, 18, 7:00 Springfield Writers Group Share your work and give feedback in a supportive setting. Adults.

Thursday, April 18, 4:45 Legos in the Library Design your own awesome Lego creations. Age 5-12.

Thursday, April 4, 18, 25, 7:00 The World’s Religions Learn about the beliefs, values and practices of the major religions of the world. Teens-adults. Thursday, April 25, 10:30 Toddler Storytime Join us for fun stories, songs and finger plays. Age 2 with adult. (R) Thursday, April 25, 7:00 Dollars and Sense We will be discussing Moneyball by Michael Lewis. Adults. Friday, April 26, 10:30 Family Yoga Playful yoga, stories and songs. Bring a mat or blanket. Age 2-4 with adult. (R)

Richard Byrd Library 7250 Commerce St. 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. Tuesdays in April, 7:00 English Conversation Group Practice your English. Adults. Saturdays in April, 11:00 Walk-in Tech Help Help with eBooks, devices and basic computer skills. Bring your device, library card and passwords. Adults. Monday, April 1, 10:30 Sensory Friendly Storytime Enjoy a storytime welcoming to all kids. Age 3-5 with adult.

Saturday, April 20, 1:00 CoderDojo: Teaching Kids to Code Learn to code, develop websites and apps and create games. Bring a laptop or tablet. Age 7-17. (R) Wednesday, April 24, 10:30 Rainy Day Stories! Stories and activities about rainy weather. Age 3-5 with adult. (R)

Saturday, April 6, 13, 9:30 VITA Tax Assistance Volunteers help taxpayers who earn up to $55,000. Adults. Monday, April 8, 15, 10:30 Qigong Exercise with simple movements, selfmassage and breathing. Adults. Monday, April 8, 6:30 SoulCollage Collage-making workshop. Beginners welcome. Adults. (R) Tuesday, April 9, 7:00 Bedtime Storytime Wear pajamas, bring a stuffed animal and enjoy stories and music. Age birth-5 with adult. (R) Thursday, April 11, 1:30 Afternoon Book Club Read to discuss The Lady and the Unicorn by Tracy Chevalier. Adults. Saturday, April 13, 10:30 Saturday Stories Come and enjoy stories and activities. Birth-5 with adult. Monday, April 15, 3:30 Make and Take Make play dough. Age 6-12.

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Saturday, April 27, 10:00 Girls Too Code A coding workshop for girls taught by female high school students. Age 8 and up. (R) Monday, April 29, 2:00 Baby Play & Explore Join us for unstructured play and social time for babies. Birth-18 months with adult.

Monday, April 29, 6:30 SoulCollage for Teens Collage-making workshop. Beginners welcome. Teens. (R)

Events subject to change. Check the library’s website for up-to-date listings. (R) = Registration required.

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. Mondays – Saturdays through April 15, 10:15-2:00 Mondays – Thursdays through April 15, 5:00-8:00 AARP Free Tax Preparation Services Preference given to older adults. Please arrive one hour before the session closes. Older adults. Mondays in April, 11:00 Terrific Twos and Threes Storytime with rhymes, stories and songs. Age 24 months-3 with adult. Thursdays and Fridays in April, 10:30 Thursdays in April, 7:00 English Conversation Class This is a drop-in conversation group for people learning English. Adults. Fridays in April, 11:00 One Story Wonder Join us for a story followed by indoor play! Age 2-5 with adult. Thursday, April 4, 11, 18, 11:00 Book Buddies Storytime Stories, fingerplays and songs. Age 3-5 with adult.

Tuesday, April 2, 10:30 Sensory Friendly Storytime Multi-sensory storytime is geared toward children with special needs. Birth-3 with adult.

Thursday, April 4, 18, 10:15 Tuesday, April 9, 23, 10:15 Memory Depot Orientation at Sherwood Regional Library Memory Depot station is a do-ityourself location for scanning your slides, negatives and photos and to transfer your VHS cassettes to digital formats. (R)

Saturday, April 6, 11:00 Workshop on Culinary Herbs Workshop on Culinary Herbs. Adults. Saturday, April 6, 27, 2:30 GIVE Volunteer Tutoring Tutoring for elementary school children. Register online at www. giveyouth.org or email sherwood. center@giveyouth.org for more information. Grades K-6. Monday, April 8, 7:30 Books and Ideas This month’s book: Shadow Divers by Robert Kurson. Adults. Tuesday, April 9, 2:30 Five Pillars of Brain Health - AARP Brain-boosting activities and steps you can take to take charge of your brain health. Adults.

Tuesday, April 9, 23, 10:00 Harmony Heritage Singers Join us for rehearsal of Harmony Heritage Singers. All ages.

Wednesday, April 10, 10:30 Rising Words, Rising Images A Lesson Before Dying by Ernest Gaines. Book discussion. Age 13-18.

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Wednesday, April 10, 7:00 History of the African American Spirituals Calvin Earl, the U.S. Spokesman for the African-American Spirituals as a National Treasure, shares stories and songs of how slaves embedded their oral history into spirituals. Teens-adults. (R) Monday, April 15, through Friday, April 19 Booky Spring Break Scavenger Hunt A scavenger hunt across the children’s section. Pick up your checklist from the information desk. Grades K-6. Tuesday, April 16, 11:00 Little Explorers Early literacy-enhanced storytime featuring rhymes, stories and songs. Birth-23 months with adult. Tuesday, April 16, 4:30 Tuesday sTeam 4 Kids: Cosmic Suncatchers Craft-focused program where children learn about building, tinkering and creating. Make cosmic suncatchers. Age 4 and up. (R) Tuesday, April 16, 7:00 Harambee Readers The selection for this month will be It’s Bigger Than Hip Hop: The Rise of the Post Hip Hop Generation by Molefi K. Asante. Adults.

Wednesday, April 17, 10:00 DMV Connect mobile DMV services All DMV transactions possible, except vital records and testing. Adults. Wednesday, April 24, 6:30 Teen CoffeeH4us: Black-Out Poetry Work on homework, play board games or hang out while enjoying Sherwood’s CoffeeHaus drinks and treats. Grades 7-12.

Thursday, April 25, 10:30 Child & Me Yoga Stories, songs and poses teach techniques for breathing, moving and relaxing. Bring a yoga mat or beach towel. Age 1-3 with adult.

Thursday, April 25, 7:00 Sherwood Mystery Book Club We will be reading Before the Fall by Noah Hawley. Adults. Tuesday, April 30, 7:00 HomeFit Workshop: Modify Your Home for Safety and Comfort Home modifications to help people age in home. Adults.

Thomas Jefferson Library 7415 Arlington Blvd. 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. Mondays in April, 10:30 Baby Lapsit Storytime Books, songs and bounces. Birth-18 months with adult.

Mondays in April, 11:00 Mondays in April, 7:30 Spanish Conversation Group Practice your Spanish with a native speaker. Intermediate speaking level. Adults.

Mondays in April, 3:30 Teen Advisory Group Teens meet weekly to volunteer and get involved in library programming and services. Teens.

Saturday, April 6, 13, 2:30 VITA Tax Assistance Tax help. IRS-certified volunteers help taxpayers who earn up to $55,000 per year. Adults.

Tuesdays in April, 10:30 Toddler Time Storytime with songs, nursery rhymes, fingerplays and parachute time. Age 18-36 months. Tuesdays in April, 11:00, 7:00, 8:00 One-on-One English Conversation Practice Practice speaking English. One session per week. Adults.

Tuesdays in April, 6:00–7:00 Girls Who Code Girls learn to code, design and explore together. Grades 4 to 10. (R) Tuesdays in April, 6:30 Thursdays in April, 5:00 Practice Your English Conversation group for people learning English. Adults. Fridays in April, 4:00 Saturdays in April, 1:00 Tech Tutor Tech tutor is available to assist you with your mobile devices and computer programs. Adults. Saturdays in April, 1:00 Paws to Read with Lucy Read aloud to a trained therapy dog. Walk-ins welcome. Age 6-12. Tuesday, April 2, 9, 16, 23, 10:30 Toddler Time Storytime with songs, nursery rhymes, fingerplays and parachute time. Age 18-36 months. Wednesday, April 3, 10:30 Preschool STEAM STEAM activities foster creativity, problem-solving and pre-writing skills. Age 3-5 with adult.

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Monday, April 8, 4:30 Ozobot Challenge! Join us for a new challenge to ozo-code and make our new Marvel ozobots race. All ages. Monday, April 8, 7:00 Medicare 101 Overview of the different parts of Medicare, coverage, costs and Medicare plan choices. Adults. Tuesday, April 9, 7:00 Writers’ Group Writers share work for mutual tips. Adults. Wednesday, April 10, 10:30 Child & Me Yoga Stories, songs and poses teach techniques for breathing, moving and relaxing. Bring a yoga mat or towel. Age 1-3 with adult. Wednesday, April 10, 24 4:30 Builders Club Bring your imagination and build amazing structures with Legos, KEVA planks and more. Age 5-12. Monday, April 15, 4:30 Otto the Auto Come meet Otto, a 3-foot tall, remotecontrolled car that will give you tips on safety. Age 3-8. Tuesday, April 16, 7:00 Coloring and Coffee Color, chat and drink coffee. Coloring pages and colored pencils provided. Adults.

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Thursday, April 18, 1:30 Book Discussion Group The Hidden Life of Trees: What They Feel, How They Communicate by Peter Wohlleben. Adults. Tuesday, April 23, 1:30 The Five Pillars of Brain Health Steps and resources for a brain-healthy lifestyle. Adults. Saturday, April 27, 12:00 GIVE Tutoring Free tutoring for kids provided by GIVE. Grades K-6. Tuesday, April 30, 10:30 Dia de los Ninos / Children’s Day Celebrate children and connect them to different cultures through a puppet show. 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.

Tuesdays in April, 7:00 Wednesdays in April, 1:00 English Conversation Group Practice English conversation in a group setting. Adults. Wednesdays in April, 7:30 Wednesday Night Yoga Wear comfortable clothes and bring a mat and towel. Teens-adults. Thursdays in April, 7:00 English for Pre-Beginners Learn basic vocabulary and every-day phrases. Adults.

Thursdays in April, 7:00 Sahaja Yoga Meditation Sahaja Yoga meditation is perfect for beginners. Age 15-adult. Fridays in April, 11:00 Free Yoga for Seniors and Older Adults Experience the serenity of simple yoga and take away techniques to use every day. Older adults.

Tuesdays in April, 10:30 Spanish Conversation Group Practice your Spanish in informal setting. Intermediate to advanced level. Adults.

Friday, April 5, 2:00 3D Printing for Kids with TinkerCAD Learn to use Tinkercad.com, a free website that lets you create and save 3D objects to print. Create an account before attending. Bring a laptop if possible. Age 10-17. (R) Saturday, April 6, 5:30 Fairfax Library Foundation 25th Anniversary Jubilee Step back in time and raise money for the library. Information and tickets, fairfaxlibraryfoundation.org. Monday, April 8, 7:00 3D Printing for Adults/Teens Part 2: Design Your Own Planter Continue using Tinkercad.com to design your own 3D-printed planter. Bring a laptop if possible. Teens. (R) Tuesday, April 9, 10:30 Fun for 2’s & 3’s Stories and activities. Age 2-3 with adult. Wednesday, April 10, 7:00 Model Investment Group Learn about stocks and managing a portfolio. Adults.

Mondays–Fridays in April, One-on-One English Conversation Practice Practice speaking English with a library volunteer. Limit: One session per week. Adults. (R) Tuesdays and Saturdays in April, 10:00 and 11:00 One-on-One Computer/Microsoft Office Training Learn basic computer and internet skills or Microsoft Office. Register online or call branch for appointment. Adults. (R)

Monday, April 1, 7:00 3D Printing for Adults/Teens Part 1: TinkerCAD Basics Learn to use Tinkercad.com, a free website that lets you create and save 3D objects to print. Bring a laptop if possible. Teens-adults. (R)

Fridays in April, 4:30 Chess Club for Kids Instruction from coach Ashley Xing, of the U.S. World Youth chess team. Beginners welcome. Age 6-13. Monday, April 1, 15, 10:30 Storytime Fun Stories and activities. Age 2-5 with adult.

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Thursday, April 11, 25, 10:30 Bouncing Babies Stories, songs and activities. Birth-12 months with adult. Monday, April 15, 2:00 Spring Break Movie Day: How to Train Your Dragon Watch the adaptation of Cressida Cowell’s How to Train Your Dragon, rated PG, 98 minutes. All ages.

Monday, April 15, 7:00 Spring Break: Finding Your Dream Colleges Learn about college admissions and finding the school of your dreams. Age 15-adult. Tuesday, April 16, 2:00 Spring Break: Resume Class Write your first resume. Age 14-21. Tuesday, April 16, 7:00 Mystery Book Group This month’s title is Strong Poison by Dorothy Sayers. Adults.

Saturday, April 20, 2:00 3D Printing for Adults/Teens Part 3: Planting A Cherry Blossom Plant a cherry blossom in your 3D-printed planter. Teens-adults. Saturday, April 27, 2:00 Homebrewing for Beginners Learn about the equipment and supplies needed, recipes and best practices. Try samples. Photo ID is required. Adults 21 and older.

Wednesdays in April, 1:00 English Conversation Group Improve your spoken English in a small group setting. Adults.

Tuesday, April 30, 7:00 Booktalk for Book lovers This month’s title is Small Great Things by Jodi Picoult. Adults.

Fridays in April, 10:30 Woodrow Play Dates Play and meet new friends. Birth-5 with adult.

Woodrow Wilson Library Wednesday, April 17, 2:00 Spring Break Youth Watercolor Club Fun with watercolor painting. Age 8-16. (R) Wednesday, April 17, 6:30 Tuesday, April 30, 10:30 Spanish Class for Little Amigos Join us for a bilingual story time in English and Spanish that includes fun activities. Age 2-5+ with adult. Thursday, April 18, 2:00 Spring Break: PS4 Virtual Reality Gaming on our PlayStation 4 VR goggles. Age 10-18. (R) Friday, April 19, 12:00 Spring Break: Dungeons and Dragons Adventure This program is for beginners; materials provided. Age 12-16. (R)

Saturday, April 20, 11:00 Earth Day for Kids: Planting Your Own Cherry Blossom Plant a cherry blossom in a 3D-printed Pokémon planter. Age 8-12. (R)

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Monday, April 1, 8, 22, 29, 4:30 Game Time Learn and play board and card games. All ages.

Tuesday, April 2, 10:30 Baby and Me Storytime Books, rhymes and interactive fun for babies and caregivers. Age 18 months–3 with adult.

Tuesdays in April, 7:00 Spanish Literacy for Spanish Speakers: Centro de Alfabetizacion Social. Reading and writing in Spanish for native Spanish speakers. Adults. Tuesdays in April, 7:00 Technology Tutoring One-on-one technology tutoring for job applications or Microsoft Office. Call branch to register. (R) Wednesdays in April, 10:00 ABC Play and Learn Games, reading, singing and play. Age birth-5 with adult.

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Tuesday, April 9, 10:30 Toddler Storytime An interactive storytime for toddlers with songs and a craft. Age 18 months–3 with adult.

Thursday, April 11, 6:00 and 7:00 Friday, April 12, 1:00 Social Security: Choices and How to Enroll Social Security professional will give you all the facts to understand and enroll in Social Security. Adults.

Events subject to change. Check the library’s website for up-to-date listings. (R) = Registration required.

Monday, April 15, 4:30 LAN Party Game Time Learn and play computer games. Compete with friends or team up on digital missions. All ages. Tuesday, April 16, 10:30 Preschool Storytime Books, rhymes and activities. Age 3-5 with adult. Wednesday, April 17, 2:30 Family Fun Storytime Bring the whole family for songs, dance and a craft. Thursday, April 18, 4:30 STE(A)M Day @ Woodrow Wilson Explore science through crafts, song and play. School age.

Saturday, May 11 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Saturday, April 20, 2:30 Movie Matinee Catch a matinee. You are welcome to bring snacks and blankets. All ages.

Providence Community Center 3001 Vaden Drive Fairfax, VA

Tuesday, April 23, 7:00 Mindful Meditation and EFT Learn Mindful Meditation and EFT, Emotional Freedom Techniques. Adults. Wednesday, April 24, 10:30 Baby Song Storytime Books, rhymes and interactive fun for babies and caregivers. Birth to 11 months with an adult.

www.fairfaxcounty.gov/library

THE FAIRFAX LIBRARY FOUNDATION CORDIALLY INVITES YOU TO

Energy Action Fairfax

is giving away up to five LED Lightbulbs for free In addition to one free LED lightbulb per household, you can receive four replacement LED lightbulbs in exchange for four incandescent or compact fluorescent (CFL) bulbs.*

Visit these libraries in April and May to get your free lightbulb(s): Saturday, April 6, 2 – 4 p.m. Sherwood Regional Library

2501 Sherwood Hall Ln., Alexandria 703-765-3645

Wednesday, April 10, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Pohick Regional Library 6450 Sydenstricker Rd.. Burke 703-644-7333

SATURDAY, APRIL 6, 5:30 – 8 PM TYSONS-PIMMIT REGIONAL LIBRARY 7584 LEESBURG PIKE FALLS CHURCH, VA 22043

Join your fellow library lovers as we step back in time and remember the past 25 years, complete with cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, music and more!

Tuesday, April 23, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Reston Regional Library 11925 Bowman Towne Dr., Reston 703-689-2700

Thursday, May 2, 12 – 2 p.m. Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library 7584 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church 703-790-8088

Monday, May 13, 4 – 6 p.m. Centreville Regional Library

14200 St. Germain Dr., Centreville 703-830-2223

Saturday, May 18, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. George Mason Regional Library 7001 Little River Tpke., Annandale 703-256-3800

Cocktail Attire Net proceeds benefit the library Tickets and sponsorships available at www.fairfaxlibraryfoundation.org/jubilee

* While supplies last.

You can save $75 a year by replacing your five most frequently used bulbs with an LED bulb.

A Fairfax County, Va., publication April 2019 To receive this information in alternative formats call 703-324-8380 or TTY 703-324-8365. Printed on recycled paper

Editorial Staff: Leah Fogarty Bobbie Conners Hallie Jackson Renee Edwards

Graphics Staff: Gwen Jones Barbara Lerch