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Free Events March 2016

CALLING ALL

TEENS

NoVa Teen Book Festival • Saturday, March 5, 9:30 a.m. at Washington-Lee High School

(see back cover for more information)

Teen Tech Week • March 7 - 12, All day at Martha Washington Library Sphero Robotic Ball Racing • Tuesday, March 8, 6:30 p.m. at Kingstowne Library Teen Anime Workshop • Monday, March 21, 2:30 p.m. at George Mason Regional Library See listings inside for details on these and other teen events.

Also inside: Teen Advisory Boards • Teen Writers Clubs • Teen Book Clubs


Burke Centre Library 5935 Freds Oak Road Burke, VA 22015 703-249-1520 | 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 March, 10:00 Tai Chi Experience the benefits of Tai Chi led by Dante Gilmer of Still Water Tai Chi Center. Wear comfortable clothes that allow movement. Adults. Tuesday, March 1, 7:00 Burke Historical Society Presents Creative Ancestors and IP Records Seeking ancestors who were inventors, entrepreneurs, authors or artists? Learn to search for their patents, trademarks and copyrights. Presenter: Brian Slawski. Adults.

Friday, March 4, 10:30 My Gym Develop your child's large motor skills with physical exercise and games. Funded by the Friends of Burke Centre Library. Age 1-3 years with caregiver.

families with a free treasury of Jewish books and music each month. For more information please contact Samantha Brown at Samantha. brown@jccnv.org or 703.537.3019. Age 6 months to 5 years with an adult.

Friday, March 4, 11:30 My Gym-Siblings Develop your child's large motor skills with physical exercise and games. Funded by the Friends of Burke Centre Library. Age 1-5 years with caregiver.

Thursday, March 10, 4:30 Magic Tree House Club Let’s read and talk about "Civil War on Sunday" (#21 in the series). Jack and Annie are whisked back to the Civil War and meet drummer boys, the famous nurse Clara Barton and try to help wounded soldiers. Age 6-9.

Saturdays, March 5, 19, 2:00 Creative Writers Club Do you enjoy writing fiction, poetry, non-fiction and/or memoirs? Join us for sharing, discussion and feedback of works in progress. Teen volunteer facilitates. Age 13-18. Mondays in March 7, 6:45, 7:30 & 8:15 One-on-One English Practice Practice speaking, reading and writing English with a volunteer partner. Age 8 through adult.

Wednesday, March 2, 10:30 Read! Build! Play! Let's read a story, build with DUPLOs and play with friends! Have fun with your little one while building early literacy skills. Age 3-5 with caregiver. Thursdays in March, 10:00-Noon Walk-in Tech Help Clinic Help with downloading library eBooks and basic computer and mobile device skills. Bring device account IDs and passwords. Adults.*

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Mondays, March 7, 21, 28, 7:00 English Conversation Practice speaking English with others and improve your skills. Adults.* Tuesday, March 8, 1:00 Burke Centre Book Club The Spymistress by Jennifer Chiaverini. Adults.* Wednesday, March 9, 10:30 PJ Library Book Buddies Please join us as we read selections from the PJ Library and make a craft to take home. PJ Library provides

Don’t forget to register...

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.

Thursday, March 10, 7:00 Authors' Panel Art Taylor, Agatha Award winner and author of On the Road with Del & Louise, leads a panel of novelists and short story writers whose work treads a blurry line between literary fiction and crime writing. Authors include Tara Laskowski, Laura Ellen Scott, and Steve Weddle. Adults. Friday, March 11, 2:00 S. T. E. A. M. Storytime Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math (STEAM). Each month we will focus on one of these subjects with stories and activities appropriate for preschoolers. Age 4-5 with adult. Tuesday, March 15, 7:00 Pohick Evening Book Discussion Group Brother, I'm dying by Edwidge Danticat. Adults.* Wednesday, March 16, 3:00-8:00 Friends of Burke Centre Spring Book Sale: Member Preview Come to this special members-only preview of the annual fall book sale hosted by the Friends of the Burke Centre Library. New members may join at the door.

Events subject to change. Check the library’s website for up-to-date listings. * = No registration necessary


Thursday, March 17, 10:00-8:00 Friday, March 18, 10:00-6:00 Saturday, March 19, 10:00-4:00 Sunday, March 20, 1:00-4:00 Friends of Burke Centre Library Spring Book Sale Peruse and shop a selection of gently used books for sale by The Friends of The Burke Centre Library. Sunday: Bag Sale Special: $5 a bag! All ages. Tuesday, March 22, 1:30 Short Book Conversations Adults.* Tuesday, March 22, 2:00 KidScience: Spring Up! Pretty soon new plants will be sprouting everywhere! Find out how plants grow from seeds. Short presentation followed by hands-on exploration of different fruits and types of seeds. Age 3-6 with adult. Wednesday, March 23, 10:30 Babies Blossoming Join us for songs, rhymes, stories and activities for infants less than a year old. Birtheleven months with caregiver. Wednesday, March 23, 1:00 Spring Break Bingo Enjoy a lively game of Bingo with your friends and family. Everyone is a winner! Thursday, March 24, 4:30 LEGOS in the Library LEGOS await you and your imagination! Bring a friend or make new ones while you build. Age 6-12. Friday, March 25, 10:30 Alphabet Soup Join us for stories and activities about letters in the alphabet. Age 3-5 with adult.

Saturday, March 26, 2:00 Fun Flicks Let's get together for a movie and refreshments with family and friends. "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" (PG) All ages.

Wednesdays, March 9, 23, 7:00 Starlight Storytime Stories and fun for the whole family. Pajamas and stuffed friends welcome! Age 4-8.

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Thursdays, March 10, 24, 11:00 Time for Tots Stories and activities. Age 2-3 with adult.

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Thursday, March 10, 7:00 Civil War Lecture "Battle of Kenessaw Mountain GA" by Dan Vermilya. Cosponsored by the Bull Run Civil War Roundtable. Adults plus school age and up.*

Tuesdays, March 8, 15, 22, 29, 4:00-8:00 Wednesdays in March, 1:00-5:00 AARP Tax Assistance Tax assistance from AARP. Preference given to older adults. Adults.* Thursday, March 3, 11:00 Small Wonders Stories and activities. Age 13-23 months with adult. Saturday, March 5, 10:30 Tuesdays, March 8, 29, 11:00 Thriving Three to Fives Stories and activities. Age 3-5 with adult. Saturdays, March 5, 19, 3:00 Practice Your English Conversation Group-Saturdays English conversation practice opportunity for adult learners of English. Volunteer-led program. Adults.* Mondays in March, 7:00 ESL Book Club Adults learning English meet to discuss a book chosen by the group. Ask for title. Adults.*

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Monday, March 14, 6:30 Saturday, March 26, 10:30 LEGOs Kids' Club Thousands of LEGOs await you and your creativity. Come with friends or make new ones while you create. Age 6-12. Tuesday, March 15, 7:00 Ravenous Readers A book club for 7th & 8th graders. Our March title is TBA. Copies available at the information desk. Please bring in other titles you are currently reading. Refreshments provided. Wednesday, March 16, 11:00 Baby & Me! Stories and activities. Birth-12 months with adult. Monday, March 21, 11:00 Windy Day Crafts and Puppet Show Watch a puppet show based on Aesop's The North Wind and the Sun. Make your own sun and/or wind puppet and design a pinwheel. Continued on next page

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Tuesday, March 22, 10:30 Think BIG! How big is REALLY big? Imagine a googol with 100 zeros What about numbers that make googols seem small? The GMU experimental geometry lab will lead students through activities that will help develop their intuitive sense of sheer magnitude. Grade 3-6. Monday, March 28, 1:00 Sully Book Club Title: Astoria, John Jacob Astor and Thomas Jefferson’s Lost Pacific Empire: A Story of Wealth, Ambition and Survival by Peter Stark. Adults.* Monday, March 28, 7:30 Book Nerds A book club for fifth and sixth graders. March's book selection: The Breadwinner by Deborah Ellis. Copies will be available at the information desk. Wednesday, March 30, 7:00 A Novel Society Kinder than Solitude by Yiyun Li. Adults.*

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. 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.

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Book-a-Librarian Reserve a free 30-minute session with a professional librarian for personalized research help. Call branch to request an appointment.

Wednesday, March 2, 7:00 Mystery Book Club Mystery book discussion group. How the Light Gets In by Louise Penny. Adults.*

eBook Office Hours Call for an appointment and get your eBook questions answered. Please bring your tablet or e-reader and library card. Adults.

Thursday, March 3, 10:30 PJ Library Book Buddies Storytime All Moms, dads, grandparents, caregivers and children who love 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. Contact Jennifer. DeAngelis@ jccnv.org of the Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia for more information. Age 2 1/2-5 with caregiver. Siblings welcome.

One-on-One English Conversation Practice Practice your English with an ESL volunteer. Register in person only. Call branch for details. Adults. Tuesdays in March, 10:30 Thursdays in March, 7:00 English Conversation Group Practice your English with other students. Adults. Tuesdays, March 1, 15, 29, 10:30 & 11:30 Toddlin' Twos Early literacy storytime with stories, songs and activities. Age 2 with caregiver. Tuesday, March 1, 4:30 TBC Teen Book Club A book discussion group for teens. Ask for title. Grade 7-10. Wednesdays, March 2, 9, 23, 30, 10:30 Fridays, March 4, 18, 2:00 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, March 2, 9, 23, 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 3-5 years with adult.

Don’t forget to register...

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.

Thursdays, March 3, 10, 17, 31, 2:00 Storytime for Three to Fives Early literacy program with stories and activities. Age 3-5 with caregiver. Thursday, March 3, 4:30 Maker Minds Bring your creativity to learn and explore with a different hands-on project each month. Grade 3-6.

Thursdays in March, 6:00 Saturdays in March, 10:00 VITA Tax Assistance Tax help. IRS-certified volunteers help taxpayers who earned up to $54K. Adults.*

Events subject to change. Check the library’s website for up-to-date listings. * = No registration necessary


Thursdays, March 3, 17, 8:00 ESL Book Club Adults learning English meet to discuss a short story. Ask for title. Adults.* Friday, March 4, 4:30 Kinder-Budds: Book Buddies for Kindergarteners A book discussion group for girls and boys. Ask for title. Kindergarteners. Mondays in March, 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. Mondays in March, 11:30 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, March 7, 4:30 Bookalicious! Book Group for 3rd and 4th Graders. Book discussion group for girls and guys. Ask for title. Grade 3-4. Mondays, March 7, 21, 6:45 Writers of Chantilly Share your work, give and receive feedback in a supportive setting. Adults.*

Tuesday, March 8, 4:30 LGBTQA+ Book Club A book discussion group focusing on LGBTQA+ themes. Ask for title. Grade 9-12.

Wednesday, March 9, 4:45 Budds to the Second: Book Buddies for Second Graders A book club for boys and girls in second grade. Read the book at home and come to our book club to talk about it! Ask for title. Grade 2. Wednesday, March 9, 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. Wednesday, March 9, 7:30 Chantilly Book Discussion Group Me Before You by Jojo Moyes. Adults.* Fridays, March 11, 25, 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.

Tuesday, March 15, 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, March 16, 4:45 Number One Buddies: Book Buddies for First Graders A book club for boys and girls in first grade. Read the book at home and come to our book club to talk about it! Ask for title. Grade 1. Wednesday, March 16, 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.

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Saturday, March 19, 12:00 Teen Advisory Board Meeting A meeting of the Chantilly Regional Teen Advisory Board. For students in grades 7-12. Thursday, March 24, 2:00 LEGO Block Party Come show off your LEGO Building Skills! You bring your creativity and we will provide the LEGOs. Grade 3-6. Saturday, March 26, 10:30 Peaceful Paws Dakota, a gentle giant Bernese Mountain dog, is an ideal reading buddy for children of all ages. Bring your own book or choose a book from the library; however, reading is not required. Children will take turns sitting with Dakota in the Juvenile area. All ages. Wednesday, March 30, 7:00 Parenting by Dr. Rene: Floortime and Encouraging Play Join Dr. Rene Hackney, a leading parenting and child development specialist, as she offers a learning workshop on “Floortime and Encouraging Play.� Dr. Rene is dedicated to help parents raise happy, successful children from birth through 10 years of age and to help make families stronger. Parenting by Dr. Rene is a yearlong monthly series. Topics will change each month. Adults. Wednesday, March 30, 7:30 The End (or is it?) A book discussion for 5th and 6th grade students. Please ask for title. Students in grade 5 and 6. Continued on next page

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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 703293-6227, 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. Tales to Tails Need practice reading? Read aloud to a friendly, trained therapy dog. Call for dates and times or register online. Age 6-12. Tuesdays in March, 10:30 Tuesday Morning English Conversation Group Practice speaking English with others and improve your skills. Adults.* Mondays in March, 11:00 Tuesdays in March, 2:00 Wednesdays in March, 7:00 Library Tech Help Get your library-related electronic resources questions answered. Includes help with eBooks and compatible devices. Adults.*

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Tuesdays in March, 7:00 Tuesday Evening English Conversation Group Practice speaking English with others and improve your skills. Adults.* Wednesday, March 2, 4:00 Seussathon Celebrate Dr. Seuss's birthday with us! We'll be reading Dr. Seuss books in the children's area all day long, with special birthday events in the meeting room from 4:00 to 5:00. Sign up for a time to read, or simply come listen. All participation is welcome! All ages.* Saturday, March 5, 11:30 Walking Washington, D. C. Author Barbara J. Saffir shares hidden gems of Washington D. C. neighborhoods highlighting history, architecture, eateries, art and fun. Copies of her book will be available for sale. All ages. Saturdays, March 5, 12, 19, 2:00 GIVE 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. School age.* Mondays, March 7, 14, 4:30 Crazy 8s Math Club Join Bedtime Math’s Crazy 8s, where you’ll run and jump and make a mess while learning math concepts. All-new Season 4 mischief-making activities. Cosponsored by Bedtime Math. Grade K-2. Thursday, March 10, 10:30 Preschool Storytime Build your child's early literacy skills while enjoying stories, songs and activities. Age 3-5 with adult.

Don’t forget to register...

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.

Thursday, March 10, 7:00 Family Movie Night: "Matilda" Did you ever have a teacher you disliked in school? Nothing compares to the mean principal in this 1996 fantasy comedy. Based on Roald Dahl’s book. Snacks included. All ages.* Saturday, March 12, 11:00 Author Talk: "George Washington’s Mulatto Man – Who was Billy Lee?" Author Jim Thompson will talk about tracing the tragic yet fascinating life of Billy Lee, George Washington’s personal servant. Copies of his new book will be for sale. All ages. Monday, March 14 Super Pi Day It's not only 3/14, it's 3/14/16! We're celebrating Pi, which rounds to 3.1416, on this Super Pi Day all day today. Ask at the information desk for a Pi Day scavenger hunt to win a Pi Day prize. All ages.* Monday, March 14, 10:30 PJ Library Book Buddies Enjoy Jewish storybooks from the PJ Library with Purim holiday stories focusing on overcoming obstacles. Cosponsored by JCC of Northern Virginia. Age 6 months-5 years with adult. Tuesday, March 15, 7:30 Evening Book Discussion Please call the library for this month's selection. Adults.* Wednesday, March 16, 4:30 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. Thursday, March 17, 10:30 Toddler Time Join us for stories, songs, and activities. Library staff share with children a love for books, and parents

Events subject to change. Check the library’s website for up-to-date listings. * = No registration necessary


learn to cultivate early literacy skills. Age 2-3 with adult. Thursday, March 17, 1:00 Afternoon Reading Group The Bookman's Tale: A Novel of Obsession by Charles C. Lovett. Adults.* Saturday, March 19, 10:30 Publicity Basics 101: Getting the Word Out What if you gave an event and nobody came? Learn tools to create effective publicity. For non-profits, artists, writers who want to build audiences. All ages.* Monday, March 21, 7:00 Book Bingo Book Bingo is back! Come join the fun. Everyone who plays is a winner. Prizes are gently used books to treasure. We start on time. Age 7-12. Tuesday, March 22, 2:30 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. Wednesday, March 23, 2:30 Laser Cutting and Etching with TechShop Makers wanted! Join TechShop of DC/Arlington for a hands-on demonstration of a universal laser machine. Cosponsored by Friends of the City of Fairfax Regional Library. Age 12-18. Thursday, March 24, 10:30 Mother Goose Storytime Come enjoy stories, songs and fingerplays and lay a foundation of early literacy skills for your baby. Birth- 23 months with adult.

Saturday, March 26, 2:00 Family Math Games Come as a family to try our games! Build your children’s math and logic skills while having fun. Games for all levels with tips for parents to use at home. All ages. Monday, March 28, 10:15 & 11:15 Music and Movin' with Miss Susan Join Miss Susan for singing and moving to music with your little ones. Cosponsored by Friends of the City of Fairfax Regional Library. Age 6 months-5 years with adult. Wednesday, March 30, 4:30 Make and Take Reuse materials and craft supplies to make your own unique masterpiece. Age 6-12.

Dolley Madison Library 1244 Oak Ridge Ave. McLean, VA 22101 703-356-0770 | 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. Monday, March 14, 7:00 Tuesdays and Thursdays in March, 1:00 Wednesdays in March, 6:30 English Conversation Group Practice conversational English in a group setting. Adults.* Wednesday, March 2, 10:30 Treasured Three to Fives An early literacy enhanced storytime featuring stories, rhymes and songs. Age 3-5 with adult.

Thursdays in March, 5:30 One-on-One English Conversation Practice speaking English with a volunteer partner. Call the information desk at 703-356-0770 x4 for appointment. All levels welcome. Adults.

Thursday, March 3, 7:00 Estate Planning Are you prepared? Our experts discuss important things you need to know about estate planning. Adults. Monday, March 7, 10:30 Bouncing Babies An early literacy enhanced storytime featuring rhymes, stories and songs. Birth-12 months with adult. Monday, March 7, 7:00 Principles of Feng Shui Expert Sharon Rusk presents a program on the ancient Chinese art of Feng Shui. This month's topic is Feng Shui and Spring: The Season of Growth. Adults. Tuesdays, March 8, 2, 10:30 Toddle On Over Come for stories and activities. Age 13-23 months with adult. Tuesday, March 8, 7:00 Book Discussion Group March title is Interpreter of Maladies by Jhumpa Lahiri. Adults. Wednesday, March 9, 10:30 Toddling Twos and Threes An early literacy enhanced storytime featuring stories, rhymes and songs. Age 2-3 with adult. Continued on next page

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Thursday, March 10, 4:30 My First Book Club Join us as we share a beginning reader or picture book, have an exciting discussion and participate in a craft or activity. You do not need to read the title in advance to participate. Grade K-2.

Thursday, March 10, 7:00 Zen Coloring De-stress and meet new people while working on detailed coloring pages for adults. Coloring pages and colored pencils provided. Teens and adults. Mondays, March 14, 21, 10:30 Tiny Tots An exciting storytime featuring stories, rhymes and songs. Age 13-23 months with adult. Tuesday, March 15, 4:30 Magic Tree House Book Club Join Jack and Annie on a Magic Tree House adventure each month with book discussions, games and activities. Check with the Information desk for the current title. Age 6-8. Wednesday, March 16, 10:30 Fun for 2s and 3s Come for stories and activities. Age 2-3 with adult. Wednesday, March 16, 6:00 Model Investment Club Learn about investing following an investment club model. New visitors welcome. Adults.* Thursday, March 24, 7:00 Starlight Storytime Come in your pajamas and join us for stories and songs. All ages.

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Saturday, March 26, 1:00 Celebrate India! Join us as we celebrate the culture of India. Seating is limited. Registration is highly recommended. All ages. Wednesday, March 30, 10:30 Beautiful Butterflies Learn about the amazing life cycle of butterflies and their beautiful part in our ecosystem. Presented by Riverbend Park and sponsored by the Friends of the Dolley Madison Library. Age 3-5. Thursday, March 31, 10:30 Small Wonders Join us for songs, activities and stories. Birth-12 months 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 Enhance your Internet, computer and Microsoft Office skills working oneon-one with a tutor. Please call ahead for availability and to register for a session. Adults. Tuesdays, March 1, 8, 10:30 Be my friend! Enjoy stories, sing songs and activities about friendship. Age 2 with adult. Tuesdays in March, 2:00 Thursdays, March 10, 17, 24, 31, 2:00 English Conversation Group Practice and improve your English. Adults.*

Don’t forget to register...

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.

Tuesday, March 1, 7:00 Virginia 529 College Plan: Save for Higher Education It’s never too late or too soon to start saving for college--for yourself or anyone you know. Learn about the affordable, flexible, tax-advantaged savings options for higher education expenses through the four Virginia 529 programs. Adults. Wednesday, March 2, 4:30 Green eggs and ham Celebrate Dr. Seuss's birthday with stories, songs, activities and a surprise visitor! Age 2-5 with adult. Wednesday, March 2, 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.* Thursday, March 3, 10:30 Bouncin' baby Enjoy storytime for babies and caregivers featuring short stories and songs. Then caregivers will be given a boardbook to read to the child. There will be time for adults to socialize. Birth-18 months with adult.

Saturday, March 5, 2:30 LEGOs in the Library Use your imagination and make friends. LEGO build blocks will be provided. Age 6-12.* Wednesday, March 9, 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.* Events subject to change. Check the library’s website for up-to-date listings. * = No registration necessary


Thursday, March 10, 10:30 Tooltime stories Join us for stories, songs and activities as we learn how tools work. Plastic play tools will be available for play. Age 3-5 with adult. Thursday, March 10, 7:00 Tech 101: Facebook Learn how to create a Facebook account and use the site's key features, including public and private messages, managing your news feed, adding photos and adjusting settings and notifications. Adults. Saturday, March 12, 10:30 Saturday Drop-in storytime Bring the family and enjoy storytime at the library. Reinforce and support early literacy as we lay the foundation for reading success. Age 2-5 with caregiver.* Monday, March 14, 7:00 Make It Mondays Adult Craft Cross-stitch Quick and Easy. Learn the basics of counted cross stitch while making a sweet little lapel pin or greeting card. All materials supplied. Tuesday, March 15, 10:30 Roaring Reads Come and enjoy dinosaur-themed storytime designed to build your child’s early literacy skills with stories, songs and activities. Age 2 with adult. Thursday, March 17, 10:30 Preschool storytime Have a Friend, Be a Friend. Read stories and sing songs about what it means to be a friend and why it’s sometimes important to say “sorry.” Age 3-5 with adult. Thursday, March 17, 2:00 George Mason Book Discussion Group Join us for a discussion of Mrs. Kimble by Jennifer Haigh. Adults.*

Thursday, March 17, 7:00 Color Me Calm Join us for a relaxing evening of “grown up” coloring. Choose from intricate patterns and illustrations and give them life with color. Some supplies provided. Call for details. Adults. Saturday, March 19, 2:30 Drop-in junior chess club Join fellow chess lovers to play and learn new moves. Age 8-14.*

Monday, March 21, 2:30 Teen Anime Workshop Calling all anime artists! Come to our workshop and improve your drawing skills. Sponsored by the Friends of George Mason Regional Library. Age 12-18. Tuesday, March 22, 10:30 The Living Rainforest Meet animals from the rainforest including a snake, tortoise and macaw. Presented by Leesburg Animal Park. Cosponsored by the Friends of the George Mason Regional Library. Age 5-12.

Wednesday, March 23, 10:30 Mad Science for Preschoolers Mad Science presents fun and amazing experiments including a display of how chemistry can blow

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up a balloon. Mix together potions to make a rainbow! Cosponsored by the Friends of George Mason Regional Library. Age 3-6 with adult. Wednesday, March 23, 4:30 What are you reading? Read any good books lately? Join fellow book lovers and discuss books you love and recommend to others. Light refreshments will be provide. Grade 6-8. Wednesday, March 23, 7:00 Virginia and Women's Suffrage After the Civil War, women began the long campaign to get the right to vote. Alice Reagan will detail the restrictions women in the Commonwealth faced even after the 19th Amendment was passed. Adults. Thursday, March 24, 4:30 What are you reading? Read any good books lately. Join fellow book lovers and discuss books you love and recommend to others. Light refreshments will be provide. Grade 3-5. Saturday, March 26, 10:30 Family Fun with Cody and BJ Enjoy a high-energy, interactive music show for the whole family. All ages. Tuesday, March 29, 10:30 Playdate Cafe Enjoy playdate café at George Mason Regional Library. There will be toys and play space for children. Coffee and conversation for grownups. Birth-5 with adult. Thursday, March 31, 10:30 Creative play Engage your child's creativity and encourage socializing with other kids. Soft building blocks will be provided for play. Age 3-5 with adult. Continued on next page

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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. Wednesdays in March, 4:30 Pokemon League Drop-in and play Pokemon with your friends! Fridays in March, 10:00 Playdate Cafe Toys and playspace for children. Coffee and conversation for grownups. Birth-5. Saturday, March 5, 10:30 Family Story Time Join us for stories, songs and activities. Birth-5 with adult. Monday, March 7, 4:00 Maker Kids Club-Craft Hour Create awesome crafts to take home. Age 5-12.

Friday, March 11, 1:00 Foreign Policy Association's Great Decisions Program Learn about foreign policy issues in a seminar atmosphere. Cosponsored by the Great Falls Senior Center. Adults. Saturday, March 12 and Tuesday, March 22, 3:30 LEGOS in the Library Get creative with LEGOS. Legos provided. Age 5-12. Wednesday, March 16, 10:30 Morning Book Group Call branch for title. Thursday, March 17, 7:30 Evening Book Group Call branch for title. Adults.

Thursday, March 24, 6:30 Davinci Drone and Coder’s Meet-ups Learn about building, maintaining, customizing and coding drones. All levels welcome. All ages. Monday, March 28, 2:00 Movies at the Library Come join us for a movie! Age 5-13. Tuesday, March 29, 10:30 Preschool Storytime Join us for stories, songs and activities. Age 3-5 with adult.

Tuesday, March 8, 10:30 Books and Babies Storytime Rhymes, songs, stories and activities for you and your baby. Build an early literacy foundation for your child while enjoying time together. Birth-24 months with caregiver.

Thursday, March 31, 5:30 Kids Book Club Call branch for title. Age 8-12.

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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.

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. Tuesday, March 1, 10:30 Precious Preschoolers Weather: Dangerous or Delightful? Weather concepts through stories, rhymes, games and movement. Age 3-5 with adult. Wednesday, March 2, 10:30 Babytime Rhymes, songs, stories with music for you and your baby. Come enjoy time with your child while building an early literacy foundation. Birth-18 months with adult. Thursday, March 3, 4:30 Crazy 8's Math Club Join Bedtime Math’s Crazy 8s, an after-school club that will get kids fired up about math. Eight sessions of hands-on, mischief-making activities. Cosponsored by Bedtime Math. Grade K-2. Friday, March 4, 10:30 Sensory Music Class: "Wee Got The Beat, Too!” Family program for children on the autism spectrum and other developmental challenges. Learn socialization through music, rhymes, songs, and movement. Age 6 months-5 years with adult. Saturdays, March 5, 19, 10:30-11:30 Dog Tales 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 5-12.

Events subject to change. Check the library’s website for up-to-date listings. * = No registration necessary


Monday, March 7, 10:30 Toddlers & Twos Birthday Bash: Books, balloons, rhymes and songs—come join the party! Age 19 months-2 years with adult. Wednesday, March 9, 10:30 Babytime Rhymes, songs, stories with music for you and your baby. Come enjoy time with your child while building an early literacy foundation. Birth-18 months with adult. Thursday, March 10, 4:30 Crazy 8's Math Club Join Bedtime Math’s Crazy 8s, an after-school club that will get kids fired up about math. Eight sessions of hands-on, mischief-making activities. Cosponsored by Bedtime Math. Grade K-2. Saturday, March 12, 2:00 Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with the Southern Academy of Irish Dance Watch Irish dancers perform, then learn an Irish Light Jig. Presented by the Southern Academy of Irish dance. All ages. Monday, March 14, 10:30 Toddlers & Twos The World is a Rainbow: Brighten your morning with colorful stories, songs, games and rhymes. Age 19 months-2 years with adult.

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Tuesday, March 15, 2:00 Budding Engineers: Storytime with Wood Blocks Creativity, scientific thinking, problem solving, and language skills all come into play as we use wood blocks to build, explore, create and learn (STEAM). Age 3-5 with adult.

Wednesday, March 16, 10:30 Sensory Connection Storytime An interactive and educational program for all children, in a sensoryfriendly environment. Includes interactive stories, songs, music and social interaction. Birth-3 with adult. Monday, March 21, 10:30 Rock City-Bach to Rock Children will enjoy dynamic movement activities with instruments to increase awareness of the foundations of music. Cosponsored by the Friends of the Reston Library. Age 2-5 with adult. Monday, March 21, 4:30 LEGO Club Come have fun, use your imagination and keep your engineering and problem solving skills flowing with an abundance of LEGO bricks. Cosponsored by the Friends of the Reston Library. Age 5-12. Tuesday, March 22, 10:30 Young Science Explorers: Animals Underground Animals Underground with naturalist Rita Peralta from Riverbend Park (STEAM). Cosponsored by the Friends of the Reston Library. Age 3-5 with adult. Wednesday, March 23, 2:00 Sully's Stuff Learn about the 18th century family of Richard Bland Lee. Participate in activities and make a craft. Cosponsored by the Friends of the Reston Library. Grade K-6. Saturday, March 26, 10:15 Easter Egg Story Time After you hunt for eggs on the Town Green, hop on over to the Library to hear some spring stories. Wrap up the fun with spring crafts cosponsored by Herndon Parks & Recreation. Age 5-7.*

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Saturday, March 26, 11:00 Easter Egg Storytime After you hunt for eggs on the Town Green, hop on over to the Library to hear some spring stories. Wrap up the fun with spring crafts cosponsored by Herndon Parks & Recreation. Age 3-4.*

Monday, March 28, 2:00 Everybody's Gotta Eat! Everybody's Gotta Live! Explore how animals use sound to communicate and the behaviors prey and predators use to survive, with author Terry Jennings. Cosponsored by the Friends of the Reston Library. Grade K-6.

Wednesday, March 30, 10:30 Babytime Rhymes, songs, stories with music for you and your baby. Come enjoy time with your child while building an early literacy foundation. Birth-18 months with adult. Continued on next page

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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. Wednesdays, March 2, 23, 10:30 Tots and Tales Come for an early literacy storytime. Birth-23 months with adult. Thursdays in March 3, 10, 17, 2:00 English Conversation Practice your English in a relaxed setting. Adults.* Fridays in March, 10:30 Friday Morning Movie Time Bring your blanket and a snack and join us as we visit, "The Wubbulous World of Dr. Seuss.” Age 2-5.*

Wednesday, March 9, 10:30 Monday, March 14, 10:30 A to Zoo Storytime Stories and activities. Age 3-5 with adult. Saturday, March 12, 10:30 Going Buggy The GoodLife Theatre presents folktales about insects told using puppets, masks, shadow puppets, music, dramatic play and audience participation. Three different stories. All ages. Thursday, March 17, 7:15 Book Discussion Group Please call branch for the title. Adults.* Tuesday, March 22, 2:00 Family Movie Afternoon Come and enjoy “Cinderella III: A Twist in Time" (rated G) with the whole family. Bring blanket and refreshments. All ages.* Wednesday, March 23, 2:00 Tween Movie Afternoon Come and enjoy the movie "Cinderella" (2015) with Cate Blanchette (rated PG). Light refreshments provided by Friends of the John Marshall Library. School age.*

Kings Park Library Saturdays in March, 1:00 eBook Workshop Get your eBook questions answered. Learn how to use OverDrive to download free eBooks and eAudiobooks. Please bring your charged device and library card. Adults.* Mondays, March 7, 21, 10:30 Wednesday, March 16, 10:30 Fun for 2s & 3s Stories and activities. Age 2-3 with adult.

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9000 Burke Lake Rd. Burke, VA 22015 703-978-5600 | 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. Wednesday, March 2, 10:30 Count on Fun Storytime Stories, songs and fun with numbers for you and your preschooler. Age 3-5 with adult.

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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.

Wednesday, March 2, 7:00 Pohick Writers' Roundtable Discuss your work with other writers. Adults.* Thursday, March 3, 7:00 Emergency Preparedness Workshop Are you and your family prepared for the worst? Fairfax County's Office of Emergency Management will teach you to be your own hero during an emergency. Learn how to build an emergency kit, create a family emergency plan and stay informed to keep you and your loved ones safe. Adults and teens.

Fridays in March, 10:00 English Conversation Group Practice your English conversation skills. Adults.* Fridays in March, 1:00 Basic Computer Skills Training Learn basic computer skills with our one-on-one technology volunteers. Adults. Fridays in March, 2:00 Keeping Up With Kids-Learn About Flickr, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, and Skype Learn the basics with our one-onone technology volunteer about the social networking tools that can help you stay in touch with your kids and grandkids. Adults. Saturday, March 5, 10:30 Sensory Storytime Multi-sensory storytime with interactive stories, songs, music and social interaction geared toward children with special needs. Age 2-10 with adult. Events subject to change. Check the library’s website for up-to-date listings. * = No registration necessary


Saturday, March 5, 2:00 A Celebration of Irish Music Get into the spirit of St. Patrick's Day. Accomplished local musician Karen Ashbrook will entertain you with beautiful songs and charming stories from the Emerald Isle. All ages.* Mondays in March, 2:30 Spanish Conversation Group Practice and improve your Spanish with a native speaker. Adults.

Tuesday, March 8, 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, March 8, 7:00 Calling All Guys Book discussion group for boys. A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L’Engle. Age 9-12 with adult. Wednesday, March 9, 10:30 Terrific Twos and Threes Storytime with a focus on early literacy skills. Age 2-3 with adult. Tuesday, March 15, 1:00 Great Decisions Seminar Roundtable discussion of U. S. foreign policy. Topic: Middle East Alliances. Adults. Tuesday, March 15, 1:30 Afternoon Book Discussion Group Lost in Shangri-La: A True Story of Survival, Adventure, and the Most Incredible Rescue Mission of WWII by Mitchell Zuckoff. Adults.*

Tuesday, March 15, 4:30 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.* Tuesday, March 15, 6:30 Evening Book Discussion Group Bettyville by George Hodgman. Adults.* Wednesday, March 16, 10:30 Small Oneders Rhymes, stories, songs, and activities for you and your toddler. Age 12-23 months with adult. Continued on next page

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Wednesday, March 16, 4:30 My First Book Club Book club for girls and boys. Finding Spring by Carin Berger. Grade K-2 with adult.

Wednesdays in March, 10:15 Thursdays in March, 7:00 English Conversation Conversation group for people learning English. Adults.*

Saturday, March 19, 11:00 Bunny Tales Puppet Show Celebrate spring with Bunny Tales presented by Kaydee Puppets. Cosponsored by Friends of the Kings Park Library. All ages.

Wednesday, March 2, 12:15 Daytime Book Discussion Imperial Life in the Emerald City by Rajiv Chandrasekaran. Adults.*

Monday, March 21, 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. Tuesday, March 22, 7:00 Friends of the Kings Park Library Meeting Friends of the Kings Park Library Board Meeting. Adults. Tuesday, March 22, 7:00 Pokémon Club Bring your Pokémon trading cards to trade or play the Pokémon game. Age 6-12.* Wednesday, March 23, 10:30 Babies Blossoming Join us for songs, rhymes, stories and activities for infants less than a year old. Birth-11 months with adult. Monday, March 28, 7:00 Color Me Happy Experience the latest trend in relaxation. Lift your mood, relieve your stress and discover your inner Picasso through adult coloring. Materials will be provided. Registration limited. Adults. Monday, March 28, 7:00 Let's Hear It for the Girls! All girls book discussion group. The Secret of the Old Clock by Carolyn Keene. Age 9-12 with adult female.

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Wednesday, March 30, 4:30 Chess Club Learn openings, strategies, tactics and more. Players paired with others of similar skill. Cosponsored by Friends of the Pohick Regional Library. Age 8-16. Wednesday, March 30, 6:30 Twilight Tales Come in your pajamas (with a blanket and your favorite stuffed animal) to listen to stories before bedtime. Age 3-6 with adult.

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. Mondays in March, 6:30 & 7:00 Tuesdays in March, 12:00, 12:30, 1:00 Internet and MS Office One-on-One One-on-one sessions with a technology volunteer. Call for an appointment. Adults.

Saturdays in March, 10:00 VITA Tax Assistance Tax help. IRS-certified volunteers help taxpayers who earned up to $54K. Adults.* Monday, March 7, 10:30 Early Words Early literacy program with stories and songs. Age 12 months-23 months with adult. Tuesday, March 8, 6:30 Sphero Robotic Ball Racing Join TechShop DC-Arlington for a fun evening of Sphero racing. Students will begin by learning the basics of robotics programming using their smart phone. Students must bring their own smart phone to class. Cosponsored by the Friends of the Kingstowne Library. Grade 7-12. Tuesday, March 8, 7:00 Second Tuesday Book Group Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet by Jamie Ford. Adults.*

Tuesdays in March, 1:30 Genealogy One-on-One Discover your family history with a genealogy volunteer using library online resources. Call for an appointment. Adults.

Don’t forget to register...

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.

Wednesday, March 9, 2:00 KNCAA Book Group The Mother Tongue: English and How It Got That Way by Bill Bryson. Meet next door at Kingstowne Center for Active Adults (KNCAA.) Cosponsored by KNCAA. Adults.* Events subject to change. Check the library’s website for up-to-date listings. * = No registration necessary


Friday, March 11, 10:30 & 11:15 Wee got the Beat Join other parents and kids for socialization through music. Activities are designed to foster learning, social skills and creativity. Only register children. Cosponsored by the Friends of the Kingstowne Library. Age 6 months-5 years with parent.

Friday, March 11, 3:00 eSports Gaming with friends at the library. Come join fellow cyber-athletes for gaming and snacks. Please bring your own hand-held device or laptop. Age 13-18.

Saturday, March 12, 10:00-3:00 Friends of the Kingstowne Library Book Sale Gems and finds for all readers. 10:00 to 3:00. All ages.*

Thursday, March 17, 6:30 Books To Movies Book Club Book discussion group for Teens. Discuss a book then watch the movie. Please call the information desk for book/movie title. Age 13-18. Friday, March 18, 10:30 Child and Me Yoga Family union through yoga. Enrich your family time together on the yoga mat. Breathing exercises, poses, music and storytime will be used to guide you through a fun time together. Please bring a yoga mat or beach towel. Age 1-3 with adult. Tuesday, March 22, 2:00 ART LAB Develop your art skills with fellow artists through a variety of challenging art projects. Open to kids with all levels of art ability and interest. Age 8-12. Tuesday, March 22, 7:00 Beekeeping Basics The A, Bee, Cs of keeping and attracting bees. Presented by the Beekeepers Association of Northern Virginia. Adults. Thursday, March 24, 2:00 Family Matinee Join us for a family friendly movie and popcorn. Please call the information desk for movie title, 703-339-4610. All ages.

Saturday, March 12, 12:30-1:30 Wag a Tale Need a little practice reading or just love dogs? Register to read to one of our therapy dogs. Age 5-12.

Friday, March 25, 10:30 Baby & Me Babies learn and develop through play, socialization and the sharing of books. Come have fun while your baby plays. Age 1 month-9 months with adult.

Monday, March 14, 10:30 Terrific Twos and Threes Early literacy program with stories and songs. Age 2 and 3 years with adult.

Tuesday, March 29, 10:30 Rainbow Readers Early literacy program with stories and songs for children. Age 3-5 with adult.

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Lorton Library 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. One-On-One Computer/Technology Help One-hour session with a technology volunteer for help with basic computer skills, navigating the Internet and e-readers. Call for an appointment. Adults. Thursday, March 3, 7:00 Jammin' Book Party Explore fun stories and games. Snacks provided. Age 9-12. Fridays in March, 10:30 Tuesdays, March 8, 15, 22, 29, 10:30 English Conversation Group Practice speaking English with others and improve your skills. Adults. * Wednesday, March 9, 11:00 Let's Build Something! Stories about building and constructing. Age 2-3 with adult. Thursdays, March 10, 17, 24, 31, 6:00 Homework Help Drop-in homework help for students up through 12th grade.* Monday, March 14, 11:00 Small Wonders Stories and fingerplay. Age 12-23 months with adult. Wednesday, March 16, 11:00 Grief Support This group offers a discussion about symptoms of grief, ways to cope, ways to adjust to the loss and hope for the future. Adults.* Continued on next page

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Saturday, March 19, 11:00-12:00 Paws to Read Practice reading aloud to a trained therapy dog. 15-minute sessions available. Age 6-12. Saturday, March 19, 2:00 Lorton Junior Chess Club Practice chess and learn new moves. Age 8-12.* Monday, March 21, 7:00 Lorton Evening Book Conversations The Queen and I by Sue Townsend. Adults.* Wednesday, March 23, 11:00 Spring Cleaning Stories and activities about getting ready for spring. 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, March 3, 1:00 Making the Right Housing Decisions as We Age Gracefully As we age our housing needs may change. Learn about the range of over-55 housing choices and the importance of agency in your decision-making process. Adults. Friday, March 4, 10:30 Let's Make Something Stories and activities about making and creating things followed by making something of our own. Age 4-5. Monday, March 7-Saturday, March 12 Teen Tech Week Teens stop by the library each day for information on what tech services

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the library has for you. Complete an activity of the day for a chance to win a teen prize pack at the end of the week. Grade 7-12.* Monday, March 7, 7:00 Cliffhanger Book Club This read-aloud event is sure to leave you in suspense. Bring your library card so you can check out the book to find out what happens next. Light refreshments provided by the Friends of the Martha Washington Library. Age 10-12. Tuesday, March 8, 7:00 Martha's Tuesday Evening Book Discussion Group Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll. Adults.*

Monday, March 14, 10:30 For Baby and Me Enjoy stories, songs and movement activities for you and your little one while building an early literacy foundation. Birth-23 months with adult. Monday, March 14, 7:00 Cliffhanger Book Club Too This read-aloud event is sure to leave you in suspense! Bring your library card so you can check out the book to find out what happens next. Light refreshments provided by the Friends of the Martha Washington Library. Age 7-9.

Wednesday, March 9, 10:30 Toddler Time Stories, activities and fun for 2 and 3 year olds. Age 2-3 with adult. Friday, March 11, 4:00 Martha's Family Movie This month's movie is "Cinderella" (2015, rated PG, 105 minutes). Light refreshments provided by the Friends of the Martha Washington Library. All ages.

Saturday, March 12, 1:30 Growing Plants from Seeds Tempted by all the bright seed packets showing up in stores and catalogs now? Green Spring Master Gardeners will give you practical advice on starting flowers, vegetables and herbs from seeds. March is a great time to get sowing. Adults.

Don’t forget to register...

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.

Tuesday, March 15, 1:30 Readers Advisory for Grown Ups Staff librarians will talk about new book titles and authors. Various genres will be presented and reader's advisory bookmarks will be provided. Adults. Tuesday, March 15, 7:00 Mom's Book Club Calling All Moms! Enjoy conversation, relaxation and an evening with other moms as we discuss Cover of Snow by Jenny Milchman. Book available in print, audio CD, eAudio and eBook. Adults. Thursday, March 17, 4:00 Shamrock Science Join us for some leprechaun inspired science and hijinks. Grade K-6. Thursday, March 17, 7:00 Martha's Poetry Discussion Group The poetry of Robert Louis Stevenson. Adults.*

Events subject to change. Check the library’s website for up-to-date listings. * = No registration necessary


Tuesday, March 22, 3:00 Amazing Adaptions with the Bar C Ranch Meet and learn about different animals and how they adapt to life. All ages. Tuesday, March 22, 7:00 Martha's Mystery Book Discussion Bones Never Lie by Kathy Reichs. Adults.* Thursday, March 24, 7:00 Stuffed Animal Slumber Party Wear your PJs and bring a stuffed animal with you for stories and fun. Then leave your stuffed friend at the library overnight for a slumber party. Pictures will be emailed. Age 3-8.

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.

Tuesdays in March, 11:00 Computer-One-On-One Internet basics, email, Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Mondays in March, 10:30 Tuesdays and Thursdays in March, 1:30 English Conversation One-on-One English practice for a non-native speaker with a library volunteer. Call for appointment. Adults.

Wednesday, March 9, 1:00 Mystery Book Club Wednesday, March 2, 10:30 Join in the monthly unraveling of DUPLO! Read! Build! Play! a whodunit or thriller. The March DUPLO play storytime to help develop selection is Whisker of Evil by Rita and reinforce early literacy skills. Have Mae Brown. Adults.* fun with your little one while building early literacy foundations for reading success. Age 18-36 months with adult. Wednesdays in March, 10:30 eBook/e-reader Help Learn about free library eBooks and eAudiobooks and how to access them with your PC or mobile device. Adults.* Friday, March 4, 10:30 Exploring the Inner Artist Unleash creativity and foster confidence through the art making process while exploring different art media. Age 3-5 with adult. Saturday, March 5, 11:00 First Ladies and Scandals in the City Experienced DC tour guide, Elaine Flynn, brings to life the first ladies and the political scandals of their day. Join us for this entertaining and informative event. Cosponsored by the Friends of Oakton Library. Adults. Saturdays, March 5, 12, 3:00 GIVE Tutoring A student-run organization that aims to provide free tutoring programs to children in our local communities.

Tuesdays in March, 12:30 Canasta Group Enjoy socializing while you play Canasta with this weekly group meeting. Adults.*

Wednesday, March 9, 10:30 & 11:30 Small Wonders Short stories for you and your child. Age 13-23 months with adult.

Tuesday, March 8, 7:00 Money Matters Monthly group discussion focuses on personal finance and investing. Please call for monthly title selection. Adults.*

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Thursday, March 10, 5:00 You Can Count on Monsters Fun with Math! Learn about prime numbers and create your own number monster. Cosponsored by George Mason University Experimental Geometry Lab. Grade 2-5. Thursday, March 10, 7:00 Trends in TV Viewing The Fairfax County Department of Cable and Consumer Services will discuss Internet video, such as Netflix, HBO Now and Sling TV, using streaming devices; how to get TV “over the air” with an antenna to pick up local stations; and reducing your cable bill. Friday, March 11, 10:30 Toddler Tales Stories and activities for you and your toddler. Age 2-3 with adult. Continued on next page

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Monday, March 14, 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, March 15, 11:30 Rock-a-Bye Baby Join us for an early literacy enhanced storytime, featuring rhymes, stories and songs. Birth-12 months with adult. Thursday, March 17, 7:00 Oakton Book Discussion Group Come and join Oakton's book discussion group. The March selection is Mister Pip by Lloyd Jones. Adults. * Friday, March 18, 4:30 Exploring the Inner Artist Unleash creativity and foster confidence through the art making process while exploring different art media. Age 6-12. Saturday, March 19, 10:30 Treasured Three to Fives Join us for an early literacy enhanced storytime featuring stories, rhymes and songs. Age 3-5 with adult.

Monday, March 28, 4:30 LEGOs in the Library Have fun and make new friends. Hundreds of LEGOs await you and your creativity! Age 5-12.* Tuesday, March 29, 7:00 Pajama Party Storytime Enjoy bedtime stories and songs for you and your child. Age 4-7 with adult. Wednesday, March 30, 10:30 Playdate Cafe Toys and Playspace for children Coffee and Conversation for grownups. Birth-5 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. Book a Librarian Book a librarian for 30 minutes to address a research, reader’s advisory, or other library question. Adults. Library eBook Training Call to schedule an appointment with staff on using library eBooks. Adults.

Wednesday, March 23, 2:30 Kites: Design, Make, Fly, Repeat! Kids, bring a grandparent or other adult/teen partner to learn the science behind kite flying. Try designing your own invention, then build and test fly it. Learn by doing at this maker program. Basic materials provided, or bring your own. Age 5-12 with adult.

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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.

Don’t forget to register...

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.

One-to-One English Conversation Practice English conversation skills with a library volunteer. Call to register. Adults. Tuesday, March 1, 4:30 Chill with Will: Boy's Book Club Share snacks, activities and a chat about cool books with librarian Will. March's title will be The Reptile Room by Lemony Snicket. Fridays in March, 10:00 English Conversation Group Practice your English conversation skills in a group. Adults.* Fridays in March, 3:00 Pokemon League Learn and play. Age 5-18.* Monday, March 7, 11:30 Rock-a-Bye Baby Join us for an early literacy enhanced storytime, featuring rhymes, stories and songs. Birth-12 months with adult. Tuesday, March 8, 7:00 Profiles of Women Past and Present -- An AAUW Program A reader's theatre production cosponsored with Vienna Area Branch of AAUW. This dramatic presentation profiles outstanding women including polar explorer Ann Bancroft, pilot and humanitarian Jerrie Cob and nuclear physicist Chien-Sheung Wu. Adults, teens and school-age children. Wednesday, March 9, 10:30 Tuesday, March 22, 10:30 Small Wonders Join us for an early literacy-enhanced storytime, featuring stories, rhymes, songs and activities for you and your child. Age 12-23 months with caregiver.

Events subject to change. Check the library’s website for up-to-date listings. * = No registration necessary


Saturday, March 12, 10:30 Printmaking Workshop for Kids Discover your inner artist! Explore the art of printmaking with local experts from the Vienna Arts Society. You can learn about different techniques and take home your own prints. Cosponsored by the Vienna Arts Society. Age 7-12. Monday, March 14, 10:30 Toddlin' Twos Join us for stories and songs. Age 2 with adult. Monday, March 14, 4:00-5:00 Thursday, March 17, 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.

Tuesday, March 15, 10:30 Treasured Threes-Fives Join us for stories and songs. Age 3-5 with adult. Wednesday, March 16, 11:00 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.

Saturday, March 19, 10:30 Zen Coloring for Adults De-stress and meet new people while working on detailed coloring pages for adults. Coloring pages and colored pencils provided. Teens and adults. Monday, March 21, 10:00 Vienna VIP Support for individuals with vision impairments. Adults.* Monday, March 21, 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. March's title will be In Mozart's Shadow: His Sister's Story by Carolyn Meyer. Thursday, March 31, 1:00 Patrick Henry Book Club How Music Got Free: The End of an Industry, the Turn of the Century and the Patient Zero of Piracy by Stephen Witt. Adults.

Pohick Regional Library Closed for renovation.

Thursday, March 17, 1:00 Classic Books Discussion Group Join writer/scholar Amanda Holmes Duffy for a discussion of Far from the Madding Crowd by Thomas Hardy. Adults and teens.*

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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. Thursday, March 3, 7:00 Millennials Book Club Interested in discussing great books and connecting with other Millennials who love to read? If so, we have a book discussion group just for you. Call branch for title. Ask for a copy at the library's Circulation desk or pick up a copy of your own. Adults from early 20s to early 30s. Friday, March 4, 10:30 Flannel Friday Early literacy-enhanced storytime featuring flannel stories, rhymes and songs. Age 3-5 with adult. Friday, March 4, 2:00 VIP Reston Support group for visually impaired persons. Adults.* Saturdays in March, 10:00 or 11:00 ESL: U. S. Citizenship Exam for Intermediate Students Join Beth 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. Saturdays in March, 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 Saturday session with a technology volunteer. Call 703-689-2700 to confirm availability. Adults. Continued on next page

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Saturday, March 5, 2:00 Beginning Couponing Learn how to maximize your family budget using coupons. Sundays, March 6, 20, 2:00 Reston TAB Chess Club Come to the library to play chess with another teens. Share your knowledge and learn from your challengers. Bring your game set and have a great time. Sundays, March 6, 13, 20, 2:00 The Russian Revolution and the Men Who Made It A five-week history lecture series on the Russian Revolution and influence of Trotsky, Lenin and Stalin in shaping the Soviet Communist state. Presented by Dr. Harry Butowsky. Adults.* Tuesday, March 8, 7:00-8:00 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 fifteen minute session. Age 5-11.

Wednesday, March 9, 11:30 Wednesday Morning Book Club The title for this month's discussion is The Lowland by Jhumpa Lahiri. This group meets in meeting room #2. Adults. Wednesday, March 9, 5:00 RR TAB Otaku Club! You have to join us if you love manga and anime. Let’s share our favorite characters and stories. Wednesday, March 9, 7:00 Ask the Doctor: Women's Health An OBGYN from Perfectly Female will present information and answer your questions about women's health. Light refreshments. Adults. Saturday, March 12, 12:00 Young Adult Writing Workshop Teens are taking over the library! Join to the YA Writing Workshop and share your creative writing.

Tuesday, March 15, 7:00 Director's Choice Book Discussion A monthly book discussion led by Library Director Sam Clay. March's title is Boys in the Boat: Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics by Daniel James Brown. Adults.* Wednesday, March 16, 7:00 Classic Cinema Series Join us for a showing of the quirky Irish comedy "Waking Ned Devine". A village full of eccentrics sets out to fool the National Lottery Commission and cash in poor (dead) Ned's posthumous winning ticket. Adults.* Friday, March 18, 2:00 Great Decisions Series Watch the film and participate in the roundtable discussion on current events and U. S. foreign policy options. The topic for March is "The Rise of ISIS". Discussion materials will be available at the information desk two weeks before the event. Light refreshments will be served.

Free ESL Weekly Groups at Reston Regional Library BEGINNERS With Sandra, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10-11 a.m. With Ivan, Fridays, 10-11 a.m.

CONVERSATION & PRONUNCIATION With Richard C., Mondays, 1-2 p.m.

INTERMEDIATE With Richard C., Mondays, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. With Juanita, Mondays, 4:30-5:30 p.m. With Richard C., Wednesdays, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. With Susan, Wednesdays, 1-2 p.m. With Sharoni, Wednesdays, 2-3 p.m.

DIALOGS & GRAMMAR With Judy, Tuesdays, 11:15-12:30 p.m.

ADVANCED With Richard C., Thursdays, 10-11:30 a.m.

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VOCABULARY BUILDING With Sharoni, Mondays, 2-3 p.m.

SPEAK & WRITE With Sandy, Tuesdays, 1-2:30 p.m. PRONUNCIATION & SPEAKING With Sandy, Thursdays, 1-2:30 p.m. LET’S TALK With Richard T., Fridays, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

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.

Events subject to change. Check the library’s website for up-to-date listings. * = No registration necessary


Saturday, March 19, 10:30 Frying Pan Farm Park at Reston Library Meet the chickens. Build a kite to take flight in the March winds. Cosponsored by the Friends of the Reston Regional Library. Age 6-11. Saturday, March 26, 11:00 Drop-In Saturday Stories, songs and fingerplays shared the first 15 minutes, followed by music, film, friends and fun. Birth-7 with adult. Saturday, March 26, 12:00 YA Spanish Book Club Teens are getting together to comment their favorite books in Spanish. Practice your reading and talking skills with us. Thursday, March 31, 7:00 Dollars and Sense A monthly business book discussion group. Call branch for title.

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.

Saturdays in March, 10:00 VITA Tax Assistance Tax help. IRS-certified volunteers help taxpayers who earn up to $54K. Adults.* Tuesday, March 8, 7:00 Bedtime Storytime Come in your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and enjoy bedtime stories and music. Birth-5 with adult. Thursday, March 10, 1:30 Afternoon Book Club Do you enjoy reading and appreciate the company of other book lovers? Join our afternoon book club, make new friends, and chat about books. This month's title: Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale Hurston. Adults.* Tuesday, March 15, 10:30 Mother Goose Time Join us for stories and songs. Birth-13 months with adult.

Thursday, March 3, 7:05 Springfield Writers' Group Share your work, give and receive feedback in a supportive setting. Adults.*

Tuesday, March 22, 10:30 Beatles and Bubblegum Enjoy the music of the Beatles. Cosponsored by the Friends of Richard Byrd Library. All ages.

Wednesday, March 23, 1:30 Craft Extravaganza Join us to do crafts. Let your imagination go wild! Age 6-12

Tuesday, March 15, 7:00 Classics Book Club Call branch for title. Adults.* Wednesday, March 16, 10:30 Time for Twos Join us for a story time focusing on early literacy skills just for twos. Age 2 with adult.

Tuesdays in March, 7:00 English Conversation Group Practice and improve your English. Adults.* Wednesday, March 2, 10:30 Fun With Ones Enjoy books, songs and rhymes in a special storytime just for ones. Age 1223 months with adult.

Monday, March 21, 4:30 Hidden Pond Monday: Amphibians Presented by the staff of Hidden Pond Nature Center. Cosponsored by the Friends of Richard Byrd Library. Age 6-12.

Friday, March 25, 2:00 Spring Break Cupcakes with Shannyn Snyder Decorate cupcakes in a spring break theme with frosting, sprinkles and more. Cosponsored by the Friends of Richard Byrd Library. Age 8-14. Monday, March 28, 7:00 Pohick Prose Society Teens discuss books. Please call for title. Age 13-18.

Thursday, March 17, 7:00 Springfield Writers' Group Share your work, give and receive feedback in a supportive setting. Adults.*

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Wednesday, March 30, 10:30 Fuzzy and Furry Friends Join us for stories and activities about hamsters and guinea pigs. Age 3-5 with adult. Continued on next page

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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 – Thursdays in March, 10:00 & 5:00 Fridays & Saturdays in March, 10:00 AARP Tax Assistance Free tax help. Preference given to older adults. Arrive one hour before session closes. Adults. Basic Personalized Computer Tutoring One-hour sessions with a technology volunteer. Call for appointment. Adults. Wednesday, March 2, 11:00 Let's Celebrate Dr Seuss Join us to celebrate Dr. Seuss's 112th birthday with stories, games and fun. Age 1-6 with adult.

Wednesday, March 9, 10:30 Rising Words, Rising Images Book discussion. Rebecca by Daphne du Maurier. Age 13-18. Thursday, March 10, 10:30 Bouncing Babies Join us for an early literacy-enhanced storytime featuring rhymes, stories and songs. Birth-12 months with adult. Monday, March 14, 7:00 Introduction to Excel-Part 1 Learn how to enter and format text and numbers into a spreadsheet. Must know how to point, click and select items with a mouse. Must know how to create a file, save and open it. Adults. Monday, March 14, 7:30 Books and Ideas Book Discussion. Crossing to Safety by Wallace Stegner. Adults.* Tuesday, March 15, 7:00 Harambee Readers Book Discussion. Bad Feminist by Roxane Gay. Adults.*

Thursdays in March, 10:30 & 7:00 Fridays in March, 10:30 English Conversation Conversation group for people learning English. Adults.

Tuesday, March 15, 7:00 Introduction to Excel-Part 2 Learn how to do calculations with formulas and to print spreadsheets. A continuation of Excel Part 1. Adults.

Saturdays, March 5, 1, 19, 1:00 Women's History Movie Series Movies that celebrate women: "Julie and Julia" (PG-13), "Mulan" (PG) and "The Prize Winner of Defiance, Ohio" (PG-13). Families welcome, please be aware of movie ratings. Adults.*

Wednesday, March 16, 7:00 Exercise your Creative Writing Ability Keep your brain fit. Join us for a fun session of creative writing prompts. Bring paper and pen or your laptop. Teens and adults.

Monday, March 7, 4:30 The Flashlight Readers Roar! Dealing with Dragons by Patricia C. Wrede. Book club for age 8-12. Copies available at the checkout desk.

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Thursday, March 17, 10:30 Preschool Storytime Join us for stories, songs and fingerplays. Age 3-5 with adult. Tuesday, March 22, 10:30 Small Wonders Stories, fingerplays and songs. Age 1223 months with adult.

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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.

Thursday, March 31, 5:00 AARP Tax Assistance Free tax help. Preference given to older adults. Arrive one hour before session closes. 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. eBook Office Hours Call for an appointment and get your eBook questions answered. Bring your eBook reader and library card. Adults. One-on-One English Conversation Practice Practice your English with a volunteer partner. Call for an appointment. Limit one appointment per person per week. Adults. Tuesdays in March, 4:45 Kids' Chess Club Learn to play chess. All skill levels welcome. Age 7-14.* Tuesdays in March, 6:30 Thursdays in March, 4:30 Practice Your English Conversation group for people learning English. Adults.* Wednesday, March 2, 10:30 Time for Twos Early literacy storytime with songs, stories and activities. Age 2-3 with adult. Saturdays in March, 9:30 VITA Tax Assistance Tax help. IRS-certified volunteers help taxpayers who earned up to $54K. Adults.*

Events subject to change. Check the library’s website for up-to-date listings. * = No registration necessary


Mondays in March, 3:30 Paws to Read Mondays with Jam-Jam Get some reading practice with our trained therapy dog. Age 5 and up.* Tuesday, March 8, 7:00 Writers' Group Writers share work for mutual tips. Wednesday, March 9, 10:30 Preschool Storytime Songs, stories and activities to build a strong literacy foundation for preschoolers. Age 3-5 with adult. Saturday, March 12, 3:30 Paws to Read Saturdays with Dakota Get some reading practice with Dakota, our trained therapy dog. Age 5 and up.*

Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library is closed for renovation. In March, a temporary facility at 7700 Leesburg Pike will open to serve customers until the renovations are completed at its permanent location. Tuesday, March 15, 6:30 Mystery Book Discussion Group This event will be held at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 7426 Idylwood Road, Falls Church. Please join our mystery book club. Our March pick will be Freeze Frame by Peter May. Adults. Tuesday, March 29, 7:00 Booktalk for Book Lovers This event will be held at St Paul's Lutheran Church, 7426 Idylwood Road, Falls Church. Join us for a discussion of The Children Act by Ian McEwan. Adults.

Monday, March 14, 10:30 Music and Movin' with Miss Susan Join Miss Susan for a celebration of music & movement. Cosponsored by the Friends of George Mason Library. Age 9 months-5 years with adult. Wednesday, March 16, 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, March 17, 1:30 Book Discussion Group Orphan Train by Christina Baker Kline. Adult.

Saturdays in March, 1:00 One-on-One Computer Tutoring One-on-one sessions with a technology volunteer. Call the library for an appointment (703-820-8774). Adults. Tuesday, March 8, 7:00 Financial Planning for Alzheimer's Disease Tips on what choices need to be made and what plans can be considered to deal with the expenses of caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease. Adults. Tuesday, March 8, 7:00-8:00 Tuesday, March 22, 7:00-8:00 Read to the Dog Bring your own book or choose a book from the library to read to Chester, a trained therapy dog. Age 4-16 with adult. Wednesday, March 16, 10:30 Spring Stories Join us for stories, activities and songs about spring. Age 3-5 with adult.

Woodrow Wilson Library 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, March 2, 10:30 Dr. Seuss Day Storytime Join us for Dr. Seuss stories. Age 2-3 with adult. Wednesdays in March, 1:00 English Conversation Group Practice and improve your English. Adults.*

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March 21, 23, 25, 11:00 StorytimePlus for Preschoolers and Parents A two-part storytime series for parents and children that uses books, songs and activities to encourage the development of early literacy skills. Age 4-5 with adult. Thursday, March 24, 6:30 Movie Night at the Library This month's movie is "Cinderella." All ages.

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SATURDAY March 5

9:30 a.m.- 5:30 p.m. Washington-Lee High School

1301 N Stafford St, Arlington, VA 22201

Admission is FREE, register online at

novateenbookfestival.com Meet your favorite authors of young adult fiction at a daylong event featuring panel discussions, special speakers, book signings, food and fun. Guests include Holly Black, Josh Sundquist, Julie Murphy, Tommy Wallach, Jennifer Donnelly and Jason Reynolds. Cosponsored by One More Page Books, Arlington County Public Library, Loudoun County Public Library, Washington-Lee High School and Fall for the Book.

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ONLINE TUTORING HELP FROM CERTIFIED TEACHERS Mon. - Thurs. 3 p.m. - 9 p.m. and Sat. 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. For students in Virginia (Grades 3-12) needing help in math, reading or writing.


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