March 2019 Free Events Calendar by Fairfax County Public Library

Free Events March 2019

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Calvin Earl U.S. Spokesman for the African American Spirituals as a National Treasure

Songs on Our Road to Freedom Wednesday, March 27, 7 p.m.

History of the African American Spirituals Wednesday, April 10, 7 p.m.

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 March, 10:30, 11:15, 7:00 Wednesdays in March, 1:00 Friday, March 8, 22, 29, 11:00, 11:45, 12:30 One-on-One English Practice Practice speaking, reading and writing English with a volunteer partner. Adults. Please limit registrations to one session per day. (R) Mondays in March, 2:00 Walk-in Tech Clinic Help with eBooks, mobile devices and basic computer skills. Bring device account IDs and passwords. Adults.

Saturday, March 2, 11:00 TAB Winter Writing Contest Awards Winners will be announced. Local authors Caroline Richmond and Christina June will share writing tips. All ages. Wednesday, March 6, 10:15 My Gym Develop your child’s large motor skills with physical exercise and games. Age 1-3 years with adult. Wednesday, March 6, 11:00 My Gym: Siblings Develop your child’s large motor skills with physical exercise and games. Age 1-5 years with adult. Thursday, March 7, 4:30 Beginning Reader Club Stories about lions and a craft activity. Age 5-7. (R) Saturday, March 9, 23, 10:30 GIVE Tutoring High school students offer tutoring in all major subjects and ESL. School age.

Saturday, March 16, 30, 10:00 Teen Advisory Board Develop programs and services of interest to other teens, burkecentretab. com. Age 13-18. Wednesday, March 20, 3:00–6:00 Burke Centre Spring Book Sale: Member Preview Special members-only preview of the Spring Book Sale. Thursday, March 21, 1:00–8:00 Friday, March 22, 10:00–6:00 Saturday, March 23, 10:00–5:00 Sunday, March 24, 1:00–4:00 (Fill a bag for just $5!) Burke Centre Spring Book Sale! Peruse and shop a selection of gently used books, all carefully selected by the Friends of the Burke Centre Library. Tuesday, March 26, 1:30 Short Book Conversations Discuss The Penelopiad by Margaret Atwood. Adults.

Tuesday, March 12, 26, 10:30 Qigong Exercise Qigong is a gentle form of exercise combining simple movements, selfmassage and breathing techniques. Adults. Mondays in March, 6:45, 7:30, 8:15 One-on-One English Practice Practice speaking, reading and writing English with a volunteer partner. Please limit registration to one session per day. Age 8–adult. (R) Mondays in March, 7:00 English Conversation Practice speaking English with others and improve your skills. Adults. Saturdays in March, 10:00, 11:00, Genealogy One-on-One Research your family history with a genealogy volunteer using library online resources. (R)

Tuesday, March 12, 1:00 Burke Centre Book Club Discuss Rosemary: The Hidden Kennedy Daughter by Kate Clifford Larson. Adults.

Wednesday, March 27, 10:15, 11:00 Miss Carol’s Music Fun Songs, fingerplays, rhythm instruments, and lots of fun for ages 12-24 months with adult. (R)

Wednesday, March 13, 10:15, 11:00 Making Music Together Enjoy songs and dance that enhance your child’s early literacy skills. Age 6 months-5 years with adult. (R)

Thursday, March 28, 4:30 Full STEAM Ahead Fun, enriching activities featuring science, technology, engineering, art or math. Exposing young people to STEAM in creative and engaging ways. Age 8-12. (R)

Thursday, March 14, 4:30 Magic Tree House Club Discussion and activities about Pirates Past Noon. Copies available at the information desk for check out. Age 6-12. (R)

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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.

Saturday, March 30, 2:00 Teen Tech Club Robotics, programming and circuitry with Ozbot, Sphero Ball, Little Bits and more. Age 12-18. (R)

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

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. Limited to once per week. Register by phone or in person. 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. Tuesdays in March, 10:30 Advanced English Conversation Group Drop-in conversation group for ESL speakers. Adults. Tuesdays in March, 4:00–8:00 Wednesdays in March, 1:00–5:00 AARP Tax Aide Free, individualized tax preparation for low to moderate income taxpayers, especially those 50 and older. Pick up a numbered form at 10 a.m. on the day you’d like to attend. Adults. Wednesdays in March, 1:00–2:00 Thursdays in March, 8:00–9:00 Library eBook Tech Help Get your eBook questions answered. Please bring your library card and device. Adults. Thursdays in March, 7:00 Sahaja Yoga Meditation Sahaja Yoga is based on the selfrealization experience called Kundalini Awakening. Sahaja Yoga meditation is perfect for beginners. Age 15-adult. (R)

Fridays in March, 10:30 Beginning English Conversation Group Drop-in conversation group for ESL speakers. Adults. Saturdays in March, 10:30 Spanish Conversation Group Spanish language conversation practice in a relaxed, informal setting. Adults. Saturdays in March, 12:30 GIVE Tutoring Tutoring for students by high school student volunteers. Grades 1-8. Saturdays in March, 3:00 English Conversation Group English language conversation practice opportunities for adult learners of English. Adults. Saturday, March 2, 10:30 Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss! Stories and activities celebrating Dr. Seuss. Age 4-10. Tuesday, March 5, 4:00 Learn to Play Dungeons & Dragons Play the role-playing game with an experienced player. Supplies provided. Grades 9-12. (R) Wednesday, March 6, 7:00 U.S. Citizenship - Pass the Test! A twelve-week program covering the basics of U.S. history and civics. For adult intermediate English language learners. Limited seats. Registration required. Adults. (R) Thursday, March 7, 10:30 Wednesday, March 20, 10:30 Small Wonders Stories and activities. Age 13-23 months with adult. (R) Monday, March 11, 10:30 Saturday, March 16, 23, 10:30 Thriving Three to Fives Stories, songs and activities. Age 3-5 with adult. (R)

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Monday, March 11, 3:00 Welcome Spring! Meet live amphibians and reptiles, even some new spring babies. School age. Tuesday, March 12, 1:00 Wednesday, March 27, 7:00 Art at the Library Collage. Make crazy creations using old magazines and colored paper. Bring scissors. Other materials provided. Teens and adults. (R) Wednesday, March 13, 10:30 Baby & Me! Stories and activities. Birth-12 months with adult. (R) Thursday, March 14, 10:30 Monday, March 25, 10:30 Time for Tots Stories and activities. Age 2-3 with adult. (R) Thursday, March 14, 7:00 Civil War Lecture Cavalry Action at Battle of Chickamauga by Author and Historian Eric Whittenberg. School age-adult. Monday, March 18, 4:30 Math Game Connection Play a mix of quick moving math games and tangrams. Boost skills through play. Grade 4-6. Tuesday, March 19, 7:00 Knit 2Gether Learn the basics of knitting or come and share what you know. Needles provided along with some yarn. Teens and adults. Continued on next page

Wednesday, March 20, 7:30 NoVa Teen Reads Get ready for NoVa Teen Book Festival, March 30. Discuss a book by a featured author. Ask staff for title. Grades 9-12. Monday, March 25, 1:00 Sully Book Club Lilac Girls by Martha Hall Kelly. Adults. Monday, March 25, 4:30 Books with Bella! Practice your reading by reading aloud to Bella, a trained therapy dog. Age 6-12. (R)

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. (R) Mondays in March, 11:30 Small Wonders Rhymes, songs, stories and activities for you and your baby. Age 12-23 months with caregiver. (R)

Wednesday, March 27, 7:00 A Novel Society Still Me by Jojo Moyes. Adults. Thursday, March 28, 10:30 Bilingual Spanish Storytime Enjoy stories, songs and activities with a Latino groove. Learn Spanish words. Age 3-5 with adult. (R) Thursday, March 28, 4:30 Youth Watercolor Club Compose and create watercolor paintings with a local artist. Materials supplied. Age 9-16. (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 that change each month. Supplies provided. All ages.

Tuesdays in March, 10:30 Thursdays in March, 7:00 ESL Conversation Group Practice your English with other students. Adults. Wednesdays in March, 10:00 Citizenship Class ESL learners prepare for the exam on U.S. citizenship by learning basic U.S. history and government on beginner level. Adults. Fridays in March, 10:00 Saturdays in March, 1:00 Beginner ESL class This is an adult beginner ESL class. It is free and drop-in.

Saturdays in March, 2:00 Intermediate English class. Adults. Saturdays in March, 3:00 Spanish Conversation Circle Spanish conversation circle for teens and adults who want to practice speaking Spanish. Friday, March 1, 4:30 Passport to Fun Explore different languages and cultures through crafts and games with Chantilly High School Language Honor Societies. Grades 1-6. (R) Saturday, March 2, 10:30 Kaleidoscope Storytime: An Adaptive Storytime Family sensory storytime welcomes children on the autism spectrum and with other developmental challenges, adapting to their needs and strengths. All ages. (R) Monday, March 4, 4:30 Bookalicious! Book Group for 3rd and 4th Graders A book discussion group for girls and guys. Ask for title. Grades 3-4. (R) Tuesday, March 5, 19, 7:00 Chantilly Knitting Club Bring your knitting and other crafting projects. Share tips and enjoy conversation. No formal instruction, but helpful fellow knitters. Adults. Wednesday, March 6, 7:00 Mystery Book Club Cast Iron by Peter May. Adults. Thursday, March 7, 10:30 PJ Library Book Buddies Storytime Join us for stories and fun that relate to Jewish culture traditions and holidays. Siblings welcome. Age 2.5-5 with caregiver. (R)

Saturdays in March, 10:00 VITA Tax Assistance IRS-certified volunteers help taxpayers who earned up to $55K.

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Thursday, March 7, 3:30 Storytime for Three to Fives Stories and activities. Age 3-5 with caregiver. (R)

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Thursday, March 7, 4:00 National Consumer Protection Week Learn where to get information about tenant-landlord rights and responsibilities and how to protect yourself from scams. Adults.

Wednesday, March 13, 7:30 Chantilly Book Discussion Group The Summer Before the War by Helen Simonson. Adults.

Friday, March 8, 11:30 ESL Playdate Parents or caregivers talk while kids play. Toys provided. Preschoolers.

Thursday, March 14, 10:30 STEAM - Little Explorers STEAM-based playgroup that engages the senses. Age 2-4.

Friday, March 8, 2:30 Teen Tech Week - VR Show & Tell Test out virtual reality games on the Playstation 4 platform. Grades 7-12.

Thursday, March 14, 5:00 Book Buddies 1 & 2 Read the book at home and come to our book club to talk about it. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll discuss Dinosaur Disaster by David Lubar. Grades 1-2.

Wednesday, March 20, 7:00 Vegetable Gardening in Spring Master Gardener Robert Schulman covers planning, starting and maintaining the spring garden. Adults.

Friday, March 15, 4:45 Kinder-Budds: Book Buddies for Kindergarteners Book discussion group for girls and boys. Kindergarteners. (R)

Wednesday, March 20, 7:30 The End (or Is It?) Book Group Book discussion group for boys and girls. Ask for title. Grades 5-6. (R)

Monday, March 11, 25, 6:30 Writers of Chantilly Writers of Chantilly. Adults. Wednesday, March 13, 27, 10:30 Read! Build! Play!: Duplo Storytime Have fun with your little one while building early literacy foundations for reading success. Age 18 months-2.5 years with adult.

Monday, March 18, 3:30 Babies and Books Storytime Engage your little one with new sights and sounds through books, songs and rhymes. Birth-11 months with caregiver. (R)

Wednesday, March 13, 27, 11:30 Read! Build! Play! Duplo Storytime Have fun with your little one while building early literacy foundations. Age 3-5 years with adult.

Monday, March 18, 4:30 Wonderful Ones Explore letters, sounds and words through stories and activities. Age 1223 months with caregiver. (R)

Wednesday, March 13, 1:00 ESL Potluck Lunch Bring a dish from your country to share and practice your English with tutors and other students. All ages.

Monday, March 18, 7:00 Art Splash Workshop Abrakadoodle provides art teacher, art lesson and an opportunity to create original art. All materials are provided. Teens and adults. (R)

Wednesday, March 13, 7:00 Adventures in Art A combination of stories and art projects explore the world of art. Age 4-7 with caregiver. (R)

Tuesday, March 19, 26,10:30 and 11:30 Terrific Twos Storytime Books, activities, stories and songs that encourage language and prereading skill. Age 24-35 months with caregiver. (R)

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Tuesday, March 19, 1:00 Lunch and a Movie Join us for a showing of a popular G-rated movie. Ask for movie title. Birth-kindergarten.

Thursday, March 21, 10:30 Toys & Tots Playtime Drop in for informal indoor play. Relax and have fun with your little one while making new friends. Birth-5 years with caregiver. Thursday, March 21, 3:30 Storytime for Three to Fives Stories and activities. Age 3-5 with caregiver. (R) Thursday, March 21, 4:00 Poetry Slam Workshop Read, write and share favorite poems. Grades 3-5. (R) Friday, March 22, 2:00 Preschool Dance Party Get ready to shake, shimmy and wiggle. Wear comfortable clothes. Age 2-5 years. Friday, March 22, 4:00 Ready for School Storytime Storytime for children ready to be on their own without caregivers or siblings. Age 4-5. (R)

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Tuesday, March 26, 6:00 Teen Advisory Board Meeting Want to make the Library a better place for teens? Join the Teen Advisory Board and give us your input. Grades 8-12. Wednesday, March 27, 3:00 Tots of Art Join us for rhyming activities, simple stories, movement and exploratory art experiences. Age 14 months-30 months with caregiver. (R) Thursday, March 28, 3:30 Storytime for Three to Fives Stories and activities. Age 3-5 with caregiver. (R)

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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. 703-293-6227. (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 and up. (R)

Tales to Tails Practice reading with a trained therapy dog. Check online or call for days and times. Age 5-10. Tuesdays in March, 10:30 Tuesdays in March, 7:00 English Conversation Group Practice speaking English. Adults. Thursdays in March, 10:15 Saturdays in March, 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 March, 7:00 Intermediate Level English Conversation Practice An informal intermediate level English conversation group for nonnative speakers. Adults. Saturdays in March, 2:30 GIVE Tutoring Volunteers from Thomas Jefferson H.S. and Robinson H.S. offer tutoring in math, reading, writing, science, social studies and ESL. School age. Friday, March 1 Seussathon Celebrate Dr. Seuss’s birthday at our annual Seussathon. We’ll be reading Dr. Seuss books all day in the children’s area. Sign up to read or come listen. All ages. Friday, March 1, 4:30 Seuss Sensations Celebrate Dr. Seuss’s birthday with Seussthemed activities. All ages. Saturday, March 2, 12:00 Fly Girls: The Daring American Women Pilots Who Helped Win WWII Patricia O’Connell Pearson, author of Fly Girls, introduces us to these remarkable women. Adults.

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Monday, March 4, 18, 10:30 Drop-in Storytime We’ll be reading stories to children this morning - come and go as you like, stay as long as your child is interested. Age 2-5 with adult. Tuesday, March 5, 19, 10:30 Genealogy Research Fundamentals March 5 – Research military pension and service records. March 19 – Discussion on using DNA in genealogy research and series wrap-up. Adults. (R)

Tuesday, March 5, 7:00 Build your own computer Learn to build your own computer. Teens and Adults. Wednesday, March 6, 10:30 PJ Library Book Buddies Enjoy storybooks and crafts about Jewish holidays and values. Age 6 months-5 years with adult. (R) Thursday, March 7, 10:30 Preschool Storytime Enjoy stories, songs and activities. Age 3-5 with adult. (R) Friday, March 8, 22, 10:30 STEAM Storytime Enjoy a storytime with a special emphasis on Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math skills. Age 3-5 with adult. (R)

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Friday, March 15, 10:30 Bilingual Storytime Bilingual storytime in English and Spanish. Enjoy stories, songs and activities. Age 3-5 with adult. (R) Saturday, March 16, 10:30 Family Stories and Play Stories, songs and more. Age 2-6 with adult. Saturday, March 9, 11:00 Civil War Service: Armed and Unarmed Contributions Inventions and contributions to the Civil War by enslaved individuals, women and children. Adults. Sunday, March 10, 1:30 Around the World & Back Again: Folktale and Family Story Fun Storytellers Anne & Norm bring tales to life with music and stories, highly interactive with audience participation. All ages. Wednesday, March 13, 1:00 Job Club Facilitated group discussions about career exploration, resume writing, job searching, networking and more. Age 17 and up. Wednesday, March 13, 7:00 Intergenerational Blankets for Shelter Animals Make simple fleece blankets for the Fairfax County Animal Shelter. Age 8-adult. (R) Thursday, March 14, 28, 10:15 and 11:00 Mother Goose Storytime Come enjoy stories, songs and fingerplays, and lay a foundation of early literacy skills for your baby. Birth-18 months with adult. (R) Thursday, March 14, 7:30 League of Women Voters Presents Visionary Women Learn about the founding of the League of Women Voters in 1920 as a direct descendant of women’s suffrage in America. Adults.

Tuesday, March 19, 7:30 Tuesday Evening Book Discussion Operation Mincemeat: How a Dead Man and a Bizarre Plan Fooled the Nazis and Assured an Allied Victory by Ben MacIntyre. Adults. Wednesday, March 20, 10:45 Storytime Yoga Stories, songs and yoga. Bring mat/ beach towel. Birth-6 with adult. (R) Wednesday, March 20, 5:00 Make and Take Reuse materials and craft supplies to make your own unique masterpiece. Age 6-12. (R) Wednesday, March 20, 7:00 Family Movie Night: Despicable Me 3 Enjoy the 3rd installment of the animated saga of Gru and his little yellow minions. All ages. Thursday, March 21, 10:30 Toddler Time Enjoy stories, songs and activities. Age 18-36 months with adult. (R) Thursday, March 21, 1:00 Thursday Afternoon Reading Group Discuss Between the World & Me by Ta-Nehisi Coates. New members are always welcome. Adults. Saturday, March 23, 1:00 Cloud Computing for Beginners Learn the basics of creating, editing and saving documents in cloud services like Google Drive and Microsoft OneDrive. Adults. (R)

Saturday, March 23, 10:30 March into Playful Learning Drop in for playful activities that build your child’s skills. Age 2-5 with adult. Wednesday, March 27, 10:30 Korean-English Bilingual Storytime Enjoy stories and songs in Korean and English. Age 3-5 with adult. Wednesday, March 27, 7:00 Coding Club For beginners or experts or anyone in between - see what you can make with Scratch and collaborate on coding projects. Age 10-14. Saturday, March 30, 10:00-3:00 Sunday, March 31, 1:00-3:00 City of Fairfax Library Friends Spring Children’s Book Sale Spring Children’s Book Sale. All ages.

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

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Fridays in March, 12:30 Gentle Yoga Explore seated and standing yoga postures and relaxation techniques. Bring a yoga mat. Limited to the first 15 participants. Adults 55 and older. Saturdays in March, 10:30 Saturday Family Storytime Stories, songs and movement. All ages with caregiver.

Saturday, March 9, 3:00 Multigenerational BINGO Hit BINGO and receive a prize. All ages. Monday, March 11, 2:30 Afternoon Movie: A Wrinkle in Time Join us for A Wrinkle in Time (PG), complete with popcorn and drinks. Age 6-12 (5 and under with adult.) Monday, March 11, 6:00 Paint Like the Masters Recreate a famous masterpiece with local artist Sandra Hill. Adults. (R)

Saturdays in March, 12:00 Teen Tech: One-on-One Help Local teens help library patrons with technology questions. Adults. Saturday, March 2, 2:00 Teen Advisory Board Plan teen events and earn service hours. Application form at the information desk. Age 13-18.

Tuesday, March 12, 4:30 Hour of Code: Monster Maker Use drag-and-drop blocks to write your own programs, learn about sequence and ordering, and create fun monster characters. Space limited. Age 6-12. Tuesday, March 12, 7:00 Book Talk for Book Lovers Dolley Madison Book Discussion Group. Adults.

Monday, March 4, 2:00 Socrates Cafe Philosophy along with good discussions. Light refreshments provided by the Friends of the Dolley Madison Library. Adults. Thursday, March 7, 1:00 And the Winner Is... Book Club Book discussion group featuring award winning books. This month’s title is Hotel du Lac by Anita Brookner. Adults. Thursday, March 7, 4:30 Adventures in History: Ancient Egypt Learn history through art, games, stories and skill building exercise. Wear a costume to win a prize. Space is limited. Age 6-12.

Thursday, March 14, 6:00 Teen Study Break Take a break from studying and join the Dolley Madison Teen Advisory Board for refreshments and relaxing activities and crafts! Age 13-18. Friday, March 15, 10:30 Baby Fitness A teacher from My Gym Children’s Center will present a children’s fitness program. Age 6-22 months with adult caregiver. (R)

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Friday, March 15, 11:15 Toddler Fitness A teacher from My Gym Children’s Center will present a children’s fitness program. Age 23 months-3.5 years with adult caregiver. (R)

Saturday, March 16, 2:30 St. Patty’s Day Party St. Patty’s Day themed games, snacks and crafts presented by the Dolley Madison TAB. All ages. Tuesday, March 19, 6:30 Contemporary Movie Night: Tag Bring your dinner and snacks. Enjoy the 2018 film Tag (Rated R). Popcorn included. Adults. (R) Thursday, March 21, 4:30 LEGOmania in the Library Create and engineer with thousands of LEGOs. Age 6-12. Friday, March 22, 10:00 McLean Art Society Enjoy an art demonstration by a featured local artist. Hosted by the McLean Art Society. Adults. Monday, March 25, 7:00 Estate Planning Attorney Bettina Lawton talks about trusts and other estate planning tools. Adults. Tuesday, March 26, 10:30 Strings & Stories Storytime Musical storytime performed by the Northern Virginia Ukulele Society. All ages with caregiver. Tuesday, March 26, 6:00 Teen Tech: Sphero Ball Use coding to navigate the Sphero Ball through mazes. Age 13-18.

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Thursday, March 28, 7:00 Celebrate Spring Storytime Come in your pajamas for springtime-themed books, songs and crafts. Age 5-10.

Monday, March 4, 11:00 Healthy Strides Wellness Book Club Healthful book group led by a wellness expert. Discuss In Defense of Food by Michael Pollan. Adults.

Saturday, March 30, 2:00 Common Threads Bring your knitting, sewing, embroidery or any needle arts. Beginners welcome. Teens and adults.

Monday, March 4, 11:00 Playdate Cafe Babies, toddlers and preschoolers enjoy creative play while caregivers enjoy coffee and an opportunity to socialize. All ages.

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. One-on-One Research and Writing Tutoring Learn tips and improve your writing process. Register in advance and bring a copy of your work. High schooladult. (R) Technology Tutoring Enhance internet, computer and Microsoft Office skills working one-onone. Call to register. Adults. (R)

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Fridays in March, 4:30 STEM: Bedtime Math’s Crazy 8s Club Build stuff, run, jump, make music and make a mess. Grades K-3. (R) Saturday, March 2, 10:30 Saturday Storytime Enjoy a family storytime that encourages your child’s love of reading. Age 12 months-5 years.

Monday, March 4, 7:00 Make It Monday Adult Craft Learn a craft and enhance it with your creativity. Adults. Tuesday, March 5, 10:30 Bouncin’ Babies Storytime Short stories, songs and fingerplay. Afterwards kids can play with board books while caregivers socialize. Birth-12 months with caregiver.

Wednesday, March 6, 7:00 Yarn-Aholics Calling all potential and existing knitters and crocheters. Discuss, learn and share knitting and crochet ideas and projects. Adults. Thursday, March 7, 14, 28, 10:30 Preschool Storytime Support your child’s early literacy skills with stories and songs. Age 3-5 with caregiver. Thursday, March 7, 7:00 Protect Against Identity Theft Learn how free credit freezes, fraud alerts and other tools can help you protect your credit history. Adults. Saturday, March 9, 11:00 Paper Making and Card Crafting Bring small items to be included such as flowers and grasses. All supplies are provided. Teens and adults.

Tuesday, March 5, 12, 26, 2:00 Thursday, March 14, 21, 28, 2:00 English Conversation Group Practice your English. Adults. Tuesday, March 5, 2:00 George Mason Current Issues Discussion Group Discuss today’s issues in a safe, moderated environment. A short background article will be available at registration. Adults. (R) Tuesday, March 5, 7:30 Spring Gardening Series: Starting Plants from Seeds Learn from a Master Gardener the proper way to sow and take care of seeds. Participants will plant seeds to take home. Teens and adults. Wednesday, March 6, 10:30 Dr. Seuss Storytime Read-aloud of Dr. Seuss’s classic books. Children will receive a treat. Age 2-5 with caregiver.

Saturday, March 9, 2:30 Cupcake Wars Choose a book and create a cupcake inspired by it. Start with a vanilla or chocolate cupcake and get creative with decorations. Age 8-14. Monday, March 11, 18, 25, 10:30 Toddler Storytime An early literacy-enhanced storytime with stories and songs. Age 2-3 years with caregiver. Monday, March 11, 4:30 Teen Study Time Teens are welcome to use the meeting room as a study space for group work. Age 13-18. Continued on next page

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Wednesday, March 20, 3:00 Chair Yoga Gentle and mindful yoga for seniors taught by a Yoga Alliance-registered instructor. Older adults. Tuesday, March 12, 7:00 Read Global, Dine Local Book Group Join us at area eateries to discuss books by international authors. This month we’ll read Beartown by Fredrik Backman. Books available at the circulation desk. Adults. (R) Wednesday, March 13, 27, 10:30 Code-a-Pillar and Scratch Jr. Kids can program a path for Codea-pillar and learn basic coding with Scratch Jr. Age 3-6. Wednesday, March 13, 7:00 Library Board of Trustees Meeting A maximum of 10 people may speak during the public comment period. To speak, call 703-324-8324. Adults. Saturday, March 16, 23, 30, 2:00 STEM Electrical Circuits for Teens Snap Circuit Arcade is an exciting introduction to problem-solving. 30 Snap Modules challenge kids to complete projects that support a STEM curriculum. Age 13-18. Monday, March 18, 10:30 Toddler Storytime An early literacy-enhanced storytime with stories and songs. Age 2-3 years with caregiver. Monday, March 18, 7:00 Cook the Book! Share experiences using Simple Thai Food: Classic Recipes from the Thai Home Kitchen by Leela Punyaratabandhu. Samples appreciated; not required. Adults. Wednesday, March 20, 10:30 Duplos at the Library Toddlers play with Duplo blocks in a fun and creative program. Age 2-5 years with caregiver.

Wednesday, March 20, 7:00 Stuffed Animal Sleepover Bring a stuffed pal to spend the night in the library. We’ll read stories together. Pick your pal up in the morning. Age 3 years and up. Thursday, March 21, 10:30 Music and Movement with Kofi Dennis Dance, sing and play musical instruments with children’s performer Kofi Dennis. All ages. Thursday, March 21, 2:00 Book Discussion Group Discussion of The Woman’s Hour by Elaine Weiss. Adults. Thursday, March 21, 7:00 Local History: First Ladies Examines some of the most notable First Ladies: Mrs. Washington, Mrs. Hayes, Mrs. Cleveland and the second Mrs. Wilson. Adults. Monday, March 25, 7:00 Teen Advisory Board (TAB) Join TAB to share ideas to improve teen programming and earn volunteer credit. Grades 7-12. Wednesday, March 27, 6:30 GM Cinema: Midweek Movie A letter to a fictional character changes lives in Letters to Juliet (PG). Teens and adults. Thursday, March 28, 6:30 3D Printing Basics Set up and use a Tinkercad account online to create 3D objects and see our MakerBots in action. Adults. (R)

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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. Mondays in March, 1:00 Spanish Chat Informal conversation in Spanish. Adults. Tuesdays in March, 1:00 French Conversation Informal conversation in French with native speaker. Adults. Fridays in March, 10:00 Playdate Cafe Adults with children come to play and have coffee and meet new friends. Birth-5 with adult.

Monday, March 4, 10:30 Storytime with a Deputy Sheriff Join a deputy from the Fairfax County Sheriff’s Office for stories, songs, rhymes and other activities. Age 3-5 with adult. (R) Tuesday, March 5, 12, 19, 10:30 Toddler Time A high-energy program featuring stories, songs, dance and activities. Age 2-3 with caregiver. Friday, March 8, 1:00 Great Decisions Discuss current events as part of Foreign Policy Association’s Great Decisions program. Adults.

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Saturday, March 9, 2:30 The Queen Anne Society Author Talk Sarah Strassberg discusses her novel, The Queen Anne Society. Participate in our pirate costume contest and win a prize. Age 9-14. Monday, March 11, 18, 25, 10:30 Baby Lapsit Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and fingerplays. Birth-24 months with caregiver. Tuesday, March 12, 7:30 Great Falls Historical Society: Home Movies presented by Tom Messer Return to 1970s in Great Falls wih an edited version of the Messer family home movies. Adults. Wednesday, March 13, 10:30 Tales of the Season Stories and songs in this storytime celebrating St. Patrick's Day. Age 2-5.

Tuesday, March 26, 10:30 Little Ninjas Dress as your favorite ninja and join us for a fun-filled storytime and craft. Age 2-5 with caregiver.

Tuesdays in March, 6:30 Basic English Conversation Practice conversational English in a group setting. No registration required. Adults.

Thursday, March 28, 4:30 Ikebana for Kids Learn about Ikebana from the Great Falls Gardening Club. Make your own Ikebana arrangement to take home. Age 5-10. (R)

Tuesdays in March, 7:30 English Conversation 12 Week Life Skills Workshop English Conversation for intermediate to advanced students, focusing on everyday life. Adults.

Saturday, March 30, 10:30 Social Security Seminar A certified financial planner discusses Social Security. Adults.

Saturdays in March, 10:30 GIVE Tutoring Volunteers offer tutoring in math, reading, writing, science and social studies. School age.

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Thursday, March 14, 4:30 STEAM: Gold Slime Fun with the messy science of glittery, gooey slime. Age 5-10. Wednesday, March 20, 10:30 Morning Book Group Call branch for title. Adults. Wednesday, March 20, 27, 2:00 Little Explorers Interactive stories, play, songs and STEAM exploration. Age 4-5. Thursday, March 21, 4:30 LEGOs in the Library Join us for fun and building with LEGOs. Age 6-10. Thursday, March 21, 7:30 Evening Book Group All the Names by Jose Saramago. Adults.

Mondays in March, 5:30 Yoga at the Library Enjoy a yoga session. Bring a yoga mat or towel. Adults. (R) Tuesdays in March, 10:00 Mommy and Me English Conversation Playdate Adults practice English while the kids enjoy play. Young children up to 5 years old welcome. Tuesdays in March, 11:00 ESL Coffee, Tea and Conversation Practice your English while enjoying tea or coffee. Adults.

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Friday, March 1, 10:30 Sensory Connection Storytime Interactive and educational program for all children in a sensory-friendly environment. Interactive stories, songs, music and socialization. Birth-3 with adult. (R)

Saturday, March 2, 16, 23, 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, March 2, 16, 1:00 Chess Club Learn chess from experienced instructors. Age 5 & up. Tuesday, March 5, 10, 10:30 Preschool Stories and Science Hands-on activity stations follow stories and songs to encourage a deeper understanding of the topic. Age 3-5 years with adult. (R) Continued on next page

Tuesday, March 5, 7:00 Herndon Book Club Fiction Addiction Plus Discuss A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman. Adults. Tuesday, March 5, 7:00 Road Scholar Travel Adventures Learn about learning adventures from San Diego to Siberia and nearly everywhere in between. Adults. Thursday, March 7, 4:45 LEGO Club Use your imagination and keep your engineering and problem solving skills flowing with LEGO bricks (STEAM). Age 5-12. Thursdays in March 7, 7:00 Sahaja Yoga Meditation The Sahaja Yoga meditation is perfect for beginners. Age 8-adult. Friday, March 8, 10:30 Playdate Cafe Toys and play space for children. Coffee and conversation for adults. Age 5 & under with adult. Saturday, March 9, 10:30 Makedo Cardboard Construction Bring your imagination; we supply tools and cardboard. Age 5-10. (R) Saturday, March 9, 12:00 Snap Circuits Arcade, Motion and 3D Snap Circuits, a safe and fun introduction to electricity and circuits with over 200 possible projects. Age 8-15. (R) Saturday, March 9, 1:30 VR with Google Cardboards Enter the world of virtual reality. You need a cell phone to install virtual reality apps from the app store. Age 10-18. (R) Monday, March 11, 18, 25, 10:30 Toddlers and Twos Storytime with songs and fingerplays. Age 19-35 months with adult. (R)

Monday, March 11, 18, 25, 11:00 One-on-One English Conversation Sign up at the information desk or call the branch. (R) Monday, March 11, 7:00 Writers Group Receive support and feedback, all levels welcome. Adults.

Tuesday, March 19, 9:00-4:00 DMV2Go Visit the Department of Motor Vehicles at the library. The office on wheels offers all services except vital records. Teens and adults.

Tuesday, March 12, 10:30 Riverbend Park for Preschoolers Listen to stories and work on a craft as you explore the night time world. Age 2-5 with adult. Tuesday, March 12, 7:00 Herndon Library Trivia Night Do you have what it takes to fend off fierce competitors at Trivia Night at the Library? Adults. Wednesday, March 13, 20, 27, 10:30 Babytime Fingerplays, songs, stories, rhymes and music for you and your baby. Birth-18 months with adult. (R) Wednesday, March 13, 27, 12:30 Blocks and Bricks Build, create and have fun while using wood blocks and LEGO DUPLOS. Age 3-5 with adult. (R) Thursday, March 14, 28, 7:00 Teen Advisory Board (TAB) Earn volunteer hours and make an impact by developing programs for teens. Grades 7-12. Friday, March 15, 10:30 Wee Got the Beat, Too! Program for children with sensory needs but appropriate for all. Music, rhymes and movement. Age 6 months-5 years with adult. (R)

Saturday, March 16, 1:00 Herndon Library Board Games Play classic board games with a fun group of people. Adults.

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Tuesday, March 19, 6:30 Herndon Teen Book Club Talk about books with other teens. We provide food. Age 13-18. Thursday, March 21, 4:45 All things STEAM Explore the world of science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics through hands on activities. Grades K-5. (R) Tuesday, March 26, 6:30 Pajama Party Storytime Wear your pajamas, listen to bedtime stories and make a simple craft. All ages. Thursday, March 28, 7:00 Family History Research Concepts & Resources Genealogy data at your fingertips, if you know how and where to look. Adults and teens. (R)

Saturday, March 30, 1:00 CHICKENS … in your backyard! Raising backyard chickens as a source of fresh eggs, meat or as pets can bring the family together, while producing your own food. Adults.

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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. Library Technology Help Learn to use library digital resources including eBooks, eAudiobooks and compatible devices. Bring your device and library card. Call for appointment. (R) Thursdays in March 2:00 English Conversation Conversation group for people learning English. Adults. Fridays in March, 10:30 Playdate Caregivers can socialize while their children play with fun toys and each other. Birth-5 with adult. Saturday, March 2, 16, 10:30 Saturday Family Storytime Stories, songs, rhymes and more. Birth-5 years with adult. Tuesday, March 5, 7:00 Bedtime Storytime Wear your pajamas, grab your favorite stuffed friend and join us for stories, songs and more. Birth-5 with adult. Wednesday, March 6, 27, 10:30 Preschool STEAM Introduction to STEAM topics with stories, songs and more. Age 3-5 with adult. Saturday, March 9, 1:00 Doodle Bots Build a robot and use it to create art together. Age 5-11. (R)

Thursday, March 21, 7:15 John Marshall Book Group Hillbilly Elegy by JD Vance. Adults.

Monday, March 11, 10:30 Tots and Tales Stories, songs, rhymes and more. Birth-18 months with adult. Monday, March 11, 7:00 New-Adult Gathering New adults talk about anything and everything, with book recommendations that have mature themes in a YA setting. Ask for details on how to participate online. Age 17-25. Tuesday, March 12, 7:00 Pop Culture Trivia Night: The Golden Girls Test your knowledge of everyone’s favorite funny ladies. Adults. Wednesday, March 13, 10:30 Tots and Tales Stories, songs, rhymes and more. Birth-18 months with adult. Monday, March 18, 6:00 Wheel of the Year: Ostara Make seed holders. Supplies provided. All ages.

Saturday, March 23, 10:30 Spring Has Sprung! Fun STEM-related activities celebrating the beginning of spring. Age 5-12.

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 March, 10:30 Polish Conversation Group Beginner Practice and improve your Polish with a native speaker. This group focuses on beginner level. Adults. Tuesdays in March, 11:30 Polish Conversation Group Advanced Practice your Polish with a native speaker. This group focuses on speakers with a more advanced knowledge of Polish. Adults.

Tuesday, March 19, 7:00 Library E-Resources: Current Biography Illustrated and Biography in Context Learn to use these two library databases for your next assignment. Teens and adults.

Wednesdays in March, 4:00 Wednesdays in March, 5:00 Parents Can Do Math! Do you need a refresher to help your child with math homework? Bring math problems and questions and work through them with our mathematician volunteer. Adults.

Wednesday, March 20, 25, 10:30 Toddler Time Stories, songs, rhymes and more. Age 18 months-3 years with adult.

Fridays in March, 10:00 English Conversation Group Practice English in a friendly and encouraging group. Adults.

Thursday, March 21, 4:30 Elements of STEAM Explore the world of science, technology, engineering, art and math. Experience a new topic each month. Grades 2-4.

Fridays in March, 12:00 French Conversation Group Practice French language skills with a native speaker. Basic knowledge of French required. Adults.

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Fridays in March, 1:00 Basic Computer Skills Training Learn basic computer skills with our one-on-one technology volunteers. Adults. (R)

Tuesday, March 19, 4:45 LEGOs in the Library Use your imagination and make friends with our LEGO bricks free build. Age 5-12.

Fridays in March, 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.

Tuesday, March 19, 6:30 Evening Book Discussion Group A Walk in the Woods by Bill Bryson. Adults.

Saturdays in March, 12:30 English for Pre-Beginners Class for students with no prior English language skills. We will focus on basic vocabulary, numbers and useful phrases. Adults. Saturday, March 2, 16, 11:00 Kings Park Library Teen Advisory Board (TAB) Meeting Teen volunteers work with their communities and peers to develop library programs and services as well as leadership skills. Age 13-18. Tuesday, March 5, 10:00 National Consumer Protection Week Learn where to get information about tenant-landlord rights and responsibilities and how to protect yourself from scams. Adults.

Wednesday, March 13, 4:30 Sketching and Watercolor Club Enjoy sketching and watercolor tips from a local artist. Paper, pencils and paints supplied. Age 9-16. (R) Thursday, March 14, 21, 1:30 Gentle Yoga Chair yoga: Stretching and breathing exercises designed to relieve stress, calm the mind and increase mobility and balance. No yoga mat needed. Designed for adults 55 and over. (R) Thursday, March 14, 4:45 Science & Stories Introduction to science topics with stories, songs, nonfiction and miniexperiments. Age 4-6 with adult. (R) Saturday, March 16, 10:30 Sensory Storytime Multi-sensory storytime geared toward children with special needs. Age 2-8 with adult. (R)

Tuesday, March 5, 10:30 Preschool Storytime Stories songs and fun for your preschooler. Age 3-5 with adult. (R)

Monday, March 18, 7:00 Let’s Hear It for the Girls! Girls book group. Grounded by Megan Morrison. Age 9-12.

Tuesday, March 12, 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, March 19, 10:30 QiGong Gentle form of exercise with simple movements, self-massage and breathing. Adults.

Tuesday, March 12, 7:00 Calling All Guys Book discussion group for boys. The Loser’s Club by Andrew Clements. Age 9-12 with adult.

Tuesday, March 19, 1:00 Great Decisions Seminar Roundtable discussion of U.S. foreign policy. Topic: Refugees and Global Migration. Adults. Tuesday, March 19, 1:30 Afternoon Book Discussion Group House Rules by Jodi Picoult. Adults.

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Wednesday, March 20, 10:30 Small Oneders Rhymes, stories, songs and activities for you and your toddler. Age 12-23 months with adult. (R) Thursday, March 21, 7:00 Craft and Chat Work on your favorite craft or try a new one. Refreshments. Adults. Saturday, March 23, 2:00 Kings Park Robotics Club Building and programming robots with an award-winning Vex IQ Robotics Team. No experience required. Ages 8-13. (R) Tuesday, March 26, 6:30 Pokémon Club Bring your Pokémon trading cards to trade or play the Pokémon game. Age 6-12. Thursday, March 28, 4:45 Chess Club Learn openings, strategies, tactics and more. Players paired with others of similar skill. Age 8-16. Thursday, March 28, 7:00 Adults Bring Your Own Game Night Bring a favorite board or card game to share. Some supplies provided. Adults. Saturday, March 30, 11:00 – 3:00 American Red Cross Blood Drive Blood Drive at Kings Park Library. Adults.

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

Monday, March 11, 2:00 The Hungry Hungry Games Eat snacks and play life-sized Hungry Hungry Hippos with your friends. The winning team gets a prize. Age 12-18. Tuesday, March 12, 7:00 Second Tuesday Book Group Call branch for title. Adults. Wednesday, March 13, 2:00 KNCAA Book Group Killers of the Flower Moon by David Grann. Meet at the Kingstowne Center for Active Adults. Adults.

Wednesday, March 6, 29, 10:30 Baby & Me Early literacy stories and songs. Birth-11 months with adult. (R) Wednesday, March 6, 12:15 Daytime Book Discussion My Brilliant Friend by Elena Ferrante. Adults. Thursday, March 7, 6:30 Books & Brews Book Club The Alice Network by Kate Quinn. This group meets at Forge Brew Works, 8532 Terminal Road, Lorton, 22079. Adults. Saturday, March 9, 10:00 – 3:00 Friends of the Kingstowne Library Book Sale Gems and finds for all readers. All ages. Monday, March 11, 10:30 Terrific Twos and Threes Early literacy stories and songs. Age 2 and 3 with adult. (R)

IRS-certified volunteers help taxpayers who earned up to $55K in 2018. No registration necessary. Chantilly Regional Library Saturdays through April 13 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Saturdays in March, 10:00 VITA Tax Assistance IRS-certified volunteers help taxpayers who earn up to $55K per year. Adults. Monday, March 4, 10:30 Wonderful Ones Early literacy stories and songs. Age 12-23 months with adult. (R)

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Friday, March 15, 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, March 16, 12:30 – 1:30 Wag a Tale Read to one of our therapy dogs. Call or sign up online for a 15-minute session. Age 5-12. (R) Tuesday, March 19, 10:30 Dance to the Music Practice your dance moves, make music and sing along with other children. Age 2-4 with adult. Monday, March 25, 10:30 Fabulous Fours and Fives Early literacy program with stories and songs. Age 4-5 with adult. (R) Tuesday, March 26, 7:00 LEGO s in the Library Drop in and use your imagination to create and build. Age 6 and up.

Kingstowne Library Saturdays through April 13 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Richard Byrd Library Saturdays through April 13 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Thomas Jefferson Library Saturdays through April 13 2:30-5 p.m.

AARP Tax Assistance IRS-certified volunteers from AARP Foundation Tax-Aide offer free tax preparation; preference given to those 50 and older. No registration necessary. Centreville Regional Library Tuesdays through April 9 • 4-8 p.m. Wednesdays through April 10 1-5 p.m. Sherwood Regional Library Monday-Thursday • 5-8 p.m. Monday-Saturday • 10:15 a.m.-2 p.m. Through April 15

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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.

Monday, March 11, 25, 11:00 Babies & Tots Songs, rhymes, a story and more. Birth-23 months with adult. (R) Monday, March 11, 7:00 Find Your Family Virginia Room staff help you get started with genealogy research, answer questions and point out free genealogy databases and resources available through the library. Adults. Thursday, March 14, 4:30 Keep Calm & Relax On Take a break from studying and relax with snacks, coloring, DIY stress balls and more. Age 12-18.

Mondays in March, 1:00 Tuesdays in March, 7:00 Fridays in March, 12:00 Saturdays in March, 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)

Saturday, March 16, 11:00 St. Patrick’s Day Shindig Celebrate a day early with games, crafts and science experiments. Light refreshments. All ages. Monday, March 18, 11:00 Babies & Tots Songs, rhymes, a story and more. Birth-23 months with adult. (R)

Thursday, March 28, 7:00 Container Gardening with the Pros Master Gardeners demonstrate container gardening techniques and help you create a pot of plants to take home. Adults. (R) Saturday, March 30, 11:00 Paws to Read Drop-in and practice reading aloud to a trained therapy dog. Age 5-12.

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 March, 10:30 English Conversation Group Practice speaking English. Adults.

Monday, March 18, 7:00 Lorton Evening Book Conversations Book Discussion. Call library for title. Adults.

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

Wednesdays in March, 11:00 Terrific Two to Fives Storytime with books, songs, rhymes and more. Age 2-5 with adult. (R)

Thursday, March 21, 7:00 STEAM Team: Sports & Games Sports-themed science experiments and challenges. Age 7-12. (R)

Saturdays in March, 10:30 GIVE Volunteer Tutoring Volunteer tutoring for elementary school children. Grades K-6.

Monday, March 4, 11:00 Babies & Tots Songs, rhymes, a story and more. Birth-23 months with adult. (R)

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

Thursday, March 7, 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.

Friday, March 1, 15, 29, 4:00 Board @ the Library Bring your favorite game to teach or choose from the library’s game stash. Grades 7-12.

Saturday, March 9, 9:00 Second Saturdays with Supervisor Storck Meet with your Board of Supervisors representative Dan Storck. Adults.

Saturday, March 23, 1:00 Camp NaNoWriMo - Write Have you ever wanted to write a story, but found the idea too daunting? Learn more about April’s Camp NaNoWriMo and the Young Writer’s Program. All ages. (R)

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Monday, March 4, 10:30 Baby & Me! Stories, songs and movement activities with playtime for you and your little one. Birth-12 months with adult. (R) Events subject to change. Check the library’s website for up-to-date listings. (R) = Registration required.

Monday, March 4, 7:00 Cliffhanger Book Club Bring your library card to check out the book and find out what happens next. Grades 5-6. (R)

Tuesday, March 12, 7:00 Martha’s Tuesday Evening Book Discussion Group Discuss The Cradle by Patrick Somerville. Adults. Thursday, March 14, 1:30 Library Afternoon After pre-school stories, activities and fun. Age 3-5 with adult. (R)

Saturday, March 23, 2:00 Martha’s Family Movie Matinee Join us for a fun family flick. Check back for this month’s title. Snacks provided by the Friends of the Martha Washington Library. All ages.

Thursday, March 14, 7:00 The Story Project Listen to an exciting story, then create artwork or a fun project to take home. Grades K-3. (R)

Monday, March 25, 4:15 – 5:15 Read to the Dog Practice reading with a furry friend. Grades K-6. (R)

Tuesday, March 5, 7:00 Cook Book Club for New and ‘Seasoned’ Cooks Share culinary experiences using cookbooks by Rick Bayless. Bring recipes you’ve tried. Samples appreciated, not required. Adults. Wednesday, March 6, 20, 10:30 Stories and More Fun with stories, crafts and activities. Age 3-5 with adult. (R) Wednesday, March 6, 4:30 LEGO Club You bring the imagination. We’ll provide the LEGOs. Grades K-6. Friday, March 8, 10:30 Playdate Cafe Coffee and conversation with other parents and childhood experts while the kids play. For families with children birth to age 5. Monday, March 11, 10:30 Small Wonders Stories, songs and movement activities with playtime for you and your toddler. Age 13-23 months with adult. (R) Monday, March 11, 7:00 Cliffhanger Book Club Too Bring your library card to check out the book and find out what happens next. Grades 3-4. (R) Tuesday, March 12, 26, 10:30 Twos and Threes Together Books, songs and fun activities for toddlers. Age 2-3 with adult. (R)

Saturday, March 23, 10:30 Poetry Writing Workshop with Sarah Ann Winn Local writer Sarah Ann Winn will lead aspiring poets in this interactive workshop. Adults and teens.

Saturday, March 16, 12:30 Historic Tauxement in a Changing Environment The development and current changes of the post WWII Tauxemont area neighborhood will be discussed by Jay Roberts and Mary Thompson. Adults. Monday, March 18, 7:00 Building to Crescendo: A Poetry Reading Local poets will read their work. Adults and teens.

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Thursday, March 21, 7:00 Martha’s Poetry Discussion Group Read and discuss the poetry of George Seferis. Adults.

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Friday, March 22, 10:30 Child & Me Yoga Uses stories, songs and poses to teach caregivers and children techniques for breathing moving and relaxing. Bring a yoga mat or beach towel. Age 1-3 with adult. (R)

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Saturday, March 9 Create, Invent and Learn! 3D printing, crafts, coding, slime, puppets, robots and more! Check the listings for details.

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

Saturday, March 2, 10:30 Oakton’s Family Movie: The Lorax Celebrate Read Across America with Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax. All ages. Saturday, March 2, 2:00 Hyperbolic Crochet Participants create their own hyperbolic plane with yarn and crochet. Grades 10-adult. Monday, March 4, 5:00 Teen Tech Week Open House Attend this tech open house and try driving/coding robots, crafting paper circuits and VR. Teens. Monday, March 4, 7:00 Sahaja Yoga Meditation Workshop The Sahaja Yoga meditation workshop is perfect for beginners. Age 15-adult.

Tuesdays in March, 11:00 Computer One-on-One Learn the basics of the internet, email, Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. (R)

Tuesday, March 5, 10:30 Little Explorer’s Playgroup Adventurous STEAM-centered playgroup that engages the senses. Age 2-5 with adult.

Tuesdays in March, 12:30 Canasta Group Enjoy socializing while you play Canasta. Beginners welcome. Adults. Tuesdays/Thursdays in March, 1:00 Tuesdays/Thursdays in March, 2:00 English Conversation One-on-One English practice for a non-native speaker with a library volunteer. Call to register. Adults. (R) Wednesdays in March, 10:30 eBook/eReader Instruction Learn about library eBooks, eAudiobooks and how to access them with your device. Adults. Friday, March 1, 4:30 STEAM Kids Lab Fun, enriching activities featuring science, technology, engineering, art or math. Age 6-12.

Thursday, March 7, 6:00 Teen Advisory Board Gain leadership experience and discuss what the library can do for you. Teens. Saturday, March 9, 11:00 FCPL Maker Day Drive and code robots, make light-up cards, design LEGO creations and more. All ages. Saturday, March 9, 2:00 Medicare Basics Let our Medicare expert answer your questions. Adults. Monday, March 11, 6:00 GIVE Tutoring High school students offer tutoring in all major subjects. School age. Monday, March 11, 7:00 Advocacy Learn the basic principles of advocacy and practical pointers to persuade another person, a group of people or an organization. Adults. Tuesday, March 12, 11:00 Homeschool Literature Group: Younger Middle School Discuss Newbery Award-winning books and literature. Call it Courage by Armstrong Sperry. Age 10-12.

Tuesday, March 5, 19, 26, 6:00 A Knit to Remember Workshop Create a special project in this three-session workshop. No previous skills required. Age 12-Adult. (R) Wednesday, March 6, 10:00 National Consumer Protection Week Learn where to get information about tenant-landlord rights and responsibilities and how to protect yourself from scams. Adults. Wednesday, March 6, 10:30 Baby Steps Storytime Fun with your little one while building an early literacy foundation. Age 3-12 months with adult.

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Tuesday, March 12, 11:30 Homeschool Literature Group: High School Discuss challenging books with other home school students. The Poems of Emily Dickinson by Emily Dickinson. Age 14-18. Tuesday, March 12, 11:30 Homeschool Literature Group: Middle School Discuss literature and Newbery Award-winning books. The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Age 12-14.

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Tuesday, March 12, 6:00 Nowruz Cultural Fair Enjoy the festivities and learn about Nowruz, the Iranian New Year. Live performances, crafts and activities for the whole family. All ages. Tuesday, March 12, 7:00 Money Matters Book Club The March selection is The University of Berkshire Hathaway: 30 Years of Lessons Learned from Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger at the Annual Shareholders’ Meeting by Daniel Picaut and Corey Wrenn. Adults. Wednesday, March 13, 10:30 Small Wonders Short stories for you and your child. Age 13-23 months with adult. Wednesday, March 13, 1:00 Mystery Book Club Join in the monthly unraveling of a whodunit or thriller. The March selection is The Shattered Tree by Charles Todd. Adults. Friday, March 15, 2:00 Homeschool STEAM Learn the basics of electricity through paper circuits. Experiment with paper circuit art and create a card that lights up. Teens. Saturday, March 16, 10:00 – 11:00 Read to the Dog Read to a therapy dog. Call/signup for 15-minute session. Age 5-11. (R) Saturday, March 16, 1:00 Taking Better Photos with Your Smart Phone Learn from a photographer some tricks to take and edit better photos with your smart phone. Adults. Monday, March 18, 4:30 Duplos in the Library Duplos are twice the size of LEGOs and easier for younger children to handle. Use Duplos to tackle roles like architect, builder or anything you can imagine. Age 2-5.

Tuesday, March 26, 10:30 Toddler Tales Stories and activities for you and your toddler. Age 2-3 with adult.

Monday, March 18, 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 19, 10:30 Terrific Fours and Fives Join us for stories, songs and rhymes. Age 4-5 with adult. Tuesday, March 19, 4:00 Job Club Receive one-on-one help from a specialist about finding or excelling in a job. Age 16-adult. Wednesday, March 20, 10:30 Stuffed Animal Sleepover Family storytime with books, songs and rhymes. Leave a stuffed animal overnight and see what they do. Pajamas welcome. All ages. Thursday, March 21, 7:00 Oakton Book Discussion Group Death Comes for the Archbishop by Willa Cather. Adults. Monday, March 25, 10:00 Sensory Storytime and Playgroup Sensory-friendly storytime and playgroup at Providence Community Center. Age 4-7. (R) Monday, March 25, 11:00 Sensory Storytime and Playgroup Meet at the Providence Community Center for a storytime and playgroup in a sensory-friendly environment, includes sensory friendly toys. Age 1-3. (R) Monday, March 25, 6:30 Pokémon Club Bring Pokémon trading cards to trade or play. Age 6-12.

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Wednesday, March 27, 10:30 Playdate Cafe Toys and play space for children. 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. Mondays in March, 7:00 Goodnight, Sleep Tight Wear your pajamas and for stories and songs. All ages. Tuesdays in March, 10:30 Babies and Books Stories songs and rhymes. Birth-23 months with adult. (R) Tuesdays in March, 2:15 Python for Beginners Learn programming using Python. Bring your own laptop. Adults. Fridays in March, 10:00 English Conversation Group Practice your English conversation skills in a group. Adults. Friday, March 1, 15, 29, 3:30 Teen Anime & Gaming Teens interested in Japanese animation and Manga meet to watch, draw, read and game. Teens. Saturday, March 2, 3:30 Coding Club Use Scratch to complete a fun selfdirected programming project. Computers are provided. Age 8-12. Continued on next page

Monday, March 4, 11, 25, 10:30 Toddlin’ Twos & Threes Join us for stories songs and rhymes. Age 2 & 3 with adult. (R) Tuesday, March 5, 19, 1:00 German Conversation Group Practice German language conversation skills with a skilled instructor. Basic knowledge of German required. Adults.

Monday, March 11, 4:00 – 5:00 Thursday, March 21, 4:00 – 5:00 Read to a Dog - Woof, and Paws Sign up to read with a reading therapy dog. Age 6-12. (R) Monday, March 11, 7:00 The Internet and Net Neutrality Learn how net neutrality will affect internet users and what happens next. Adults and teens. Tuesday, March 12, 26, 1:00 Japanese Conversation Group Practice your Japanese language conversation skills with a native speaker. Basic knowledge of Japanese required. Adults.

Wednesday, March 6, 20, 10:30 Saturday, March 16, 30, 10:30 Playdate Zone Socialize while the kids play with toys. Birth-5 with adult. Wednesday, March 6, 4:00 First Wednesdays with Supervisor Hudgins Stop by and share any concerns you may have on any issues with Supervisor Cathy Hudgins. Adults. Thursday, March 7, 14, 28, 4:00 Treasured Four-Fives Stories songs and rhymes. Age 4-5 with adult. (R)

Wednesday, March 13, 2:00 STEAM Storytime Stories and activities with a focus on one of the STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math) subjects. Age 2-5 with adult. (R) Thursday, March 14, 28, 1:00 Russian Conversation Group Practice your Russian language conversation skills with a native-speaking volunteer. Basic knowledge of Russian required. This group meets at a table in our children’s area. Adults.

Friday, March 8, 3:30 Pokémon League Learn and play. Age 5-18. Saturday, March 9, 2:00 Getting the Vote: Researching Women’s History Celebrate Women’s History Month with local historian Leigh Kitcher. Adults. Monday, March 11, 1:00 Knitting Group for All Bring your knitting projects. Share tips and enjoy conversation. Adults.

Monday, March 18, 10:00 Vienna VIP Support for individuals with vision impairments. Adults. Monday, March 18, 11:30 Mystery Book Club at Vienna Community Center Join us for sleuthing and culprits at Vienna Community Center. This month’s title: Forensics by Val McDermid. Adults.

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Monday, March 18, 7:00 Not Just for Teens Adult Book Club If you are an adult who loves YA lit join us for a discussion of My Lady Jane by Cynthia Hand, Brodi Ashton & Jodi Meadows. Adults. Thursday, March 21, 1:00 Classic Books Discussion Group Join writer/scholar Amanda Holmes Duffy for a discussion of a classic novel. Beware of Pity by Stefan Zweig. Adults. Saturday, March 23, 11:00 Happy Birthday! Monthly Storytime Celebrate March birthdays at a special monthly storytime. Stories, songs and party hats. All ages. Wednesday, March 27, 1:30 Picture Book Time Join us for stories, songs and rhymes. Age 2-5 with adult. (R) Thursday, March 28, 1:00 Patrick Henry Book Club Catching Fire by Suzanne Collins. Adults.

Pohick Regional Library 6450 Sydenstricker Rd. Burke, VA 22015 703-644-7333 | TTY: 711 Sun.: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. Mon. - Thurs.: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. Fri.: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Sat.: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Mondays in March, 7:00 English Conversation Group Join our group to practice your English conversation. Adults. Tuesdays in March, 7:00 3D – Discover, Design, Deliver Learn to create 3D designs and submit them for printing. Bring your 3D printing questions to this walk-in clinic. Teens and adults.

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Wednesdays in March, 11:30, 12:15 One-on-One English Practice Practice speaking, reading and writing with a native English speaker. One session/day. Adults. (R)

Tuesday, March 5, 10:30 Kid Science: Sprouting Seeds Early literacy science program about plants and how they grow. Age 3-5 with adult. (R)

Saturday, March 9, 10:30 Babies Blossoming Songs, rhymes, stories and activities for baby and you. Birth-11 months with adult. (R)

Thursdays in March 7, 10:00-12:00 Walk-in Tech Help Clinic Help with eBooks, mobile devices and basic computer skills. Bring device account IDs and passwords. Adults.

Tuesday, March 5, 7:00 Tuesday Night Special: A Book Club for Teens/Adults with Special Needs Read or listen to a title and talk about it. Call information desk for more information. Teens and Adults.

Monday, March 11, 4:30 Maker Mondays at Pohick Library: Raspberry Pi An introduction to Raspberry Pi processors. Computers will be available at class; feel free bring your own. Age 9-18. (R)

Wednesday, March 6, 18, 10:30 Small Oneders Stories and rhymes for your toddler and you. Age 12-23 months with adult. (R) Sundays in March, 1:00 Virtual Reality Station Try our PlayStation VR system and immerse yourself in your gaming experience. Age 12-adult. Friday, March 1, 10:30 Story Time Yoga Join in on the fun with stories, songs and yoga. Please bring a mat. Birth-6 years with adult. (R) Saturday, March 2, 2:30 The Polar Bears Go Home! Celebrate the end of the Polar Bear Reading Club with Jonathan Austin - juggler, comedian, unicyclist extraordinaire. All ages. Monday, March 4, 4:30 Maker Mondays at Pohick Library: Arduinos Learn to build electronic control circuits using Arduino platforms. Computers will be available at class or bring your own. Age 9-18. (R) Mondays in March, 7:00 Media Matters: Navigating Hot Topics Four-part, hands-on series gives tips and strategies for evaluating news coverage and having respectful conversations. More online. (R)

Wednesday, March 6, 4:30 National Consumer Protection Week Learn where to get information about tenant-landlord rights and responsibilities and how to protect yourself from scams. Adults. Wednesday, March 6, 6:30 Home Buying Workshop Learn about buying and selling homes from the experts. Valuable for first time buyers or previous home owners. Adults. Wednesday, March 6, 7:00 Pohick Writersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Roundtable Discuss your work with other writers. Adults. Saturday, March 9, 1:00-2:00 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, March 9, 10:00 FCPL Maker Day Check out a 3D printer in action, explore new technology, make a cool craft. All ages welcome.

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Tuesday, March 12, 10:30 Tales for Twos: Out Like a Lamb Stories, rhymes and songs that build early literacy skills. Age 24-35 months with adult. (R) Tuesday, March 12, 1:00 Irish Genealogy Special Interest Group Fairfax Genealogy Society Irish Special Interest Group, various topics about Irish genealogy research. Adults. Wednesday, March 13, 10:30 Toddler Yoga: All Things Green Search for a leprechaun and follow a beautiful rainbow while stretching our bodies and imaginations. Bring a yoga mat. Age 1-4 with adult. Wednesday, March 13, 7:00 Fairfax County Photography Club Photographers of all levels share and instruct. First Topic: You and Your Camera. Adults.

Thursday, March 14, 4:30 Chess Club Learn game openings, strategies, tactics and more. Players paired with those of similar skill. Age 8-16.

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Saturday, March 16, 10:30 LEGOs Kids Club Use imagination to create with thousands of LEGOs. Age 6-11. Monday, March 18, 1:00 Fairfax Genealogy Society’s German Special Interest Group Discussions on topics of interest for German genealogy research. Adults. Monday, March 18, 4:30 Maker Mondays: 3D Printing Learn about 3D printing. Computers available at class or bring your own. Ages 9-18. (R) Tuesday, March 19, 7:00 Pohick Evening Book Discussion Group Born a Crime by Trevor Noah. Adults. Tuesday, March 19, 7:30 Reading the Classics Book Group Explore works of literature in prose, drama and non-fiction genres. Selection: A Moveable Feast by Ernest Hemingway. Wednesday, March 20, 10:30 Stories for 3-5s: We Dig Dinosaurs! Dinosaur stories, activities and music which build early literacy skills. Age 3-5 with adult. (R) Wednesday, March 20, 7:00 Successful Job Search Strategies for 2019 Learn how hiring managers screen, evaluate and select candidates with tips on successful resume writing, interviewing and follow up. Resume help after the class. Adults.

Thursday, March 21, 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, March 21, 7:00 Bedtime Stories: Night Lights Wear your jammies, bring a favorite stuffed friend and join us for bedtime stories and activities about light at night. Age 3-6 with adult. (R) Friday, March 22, 10:30 My Gym - Tiny Tykes Beginning stretches, exercises, infant songs, dances, balance and agility skills in this introductory children’s fitness program. Age 6-13 months with adult. (R) Friday, March 22, 11:30 My Gym - Toddlers Fitness program introduces balancing, tumbling and agility skills which help children develop a love of physical activity. Age 14-24 months with adult. (R) Saturday, March 23, 10:00 Board Gaming Day Join us for a day of board games and fun! Adults and teens. Monday, March 25, 4:30 Maker Mondays: Technology Deconstructed Take apart old technology to learn about components. Age 12-18. (R) Tuesday, March 26, 10:30 Math Adventures Join us for a story and activities that build math and early literacy skills. Age 3-5 with adult. (R)

Tuesday, March 26, 7:00 Henna Design Workshop Learn the history and art of henna design with Shabnam Tailor of Henna DC. Create your own henna design. Parental consent is required to receive a henna design. Age 12-18. (R)

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Wednesday, March 27, 7:00 Songs on Our Road to Freedom Calvin Earl presents interactive communal singing program: America’s music from spirituals, freedom songs, jazz, blues, folk, country, protest songs, songs of hope and songs of love. All ages. (R) Thursday, March 28, 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. Thursday, March 28, 7:30 Ritorno a Musica Spring Repertoire Open rehearsal of their spring repertoire. Performance will include an informal discussion with the conductor on the evening’s compositions. All ages. Friday, March 29, 10:30 Fun Flicks Watch movies based on children’s books. All ages. Friday, March 29, 6:00 Game On! Food, flicks, gaming and Friday night fun. Grades 6-12. (R) Saturday, March 30, 1:00 Coder Dojo: Learn Scratch Learn coding using the Scratch programming language. Bring laptop or tablet. Limited computers will be available. Age 9-17. (R) Sunday, March 31, 3:30 Burke Historical Society Presents: The Story of Ravensworth Learn about the largest land-grant in Colonial Fairfax County covering part of present-day Burke. Adults.

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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. Fridays in March, 10:00 One-on-One Computer/Internet/ eBook Help Call to make an appointment for a one-hour session with a tech volunteer for computer skills, internet and eBook help. Adults.

Friday, March 1, 11:00 DUPLO Play Build and create using DUPLO blocks. Age 2-5 with adult. Saturday, March 2, 2:00 Art Splash Create a masterpiece in this workshop led by artists from Abrakadoodle Northern Virginia. Adults. (R) Monday, March 4, 10:30 Toddler Storytime Join us for fun stories, songs and finger plays. Age 2 with adult. (R) Monday, March 4, 4:30 National Consumer Protection Week Learn where to get information about tenant-landlord rights and responsibilities and how to protect yourself from scams. Adults.

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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 Meeting date TBD: Call Branch for title. Questions and sign-up at: restonESLbookclub@gmail.com.

WEEKLY GROUPS PRE-BEGINNERS With Maureen, Wednesdays, 10-11 a.m. BEGINNERS With Beth, 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, March 5, 6:30 Bollywood Dance - Adult Fitness Program We are introducing a fun new Bollywood dance fitness program for the new year. Adults, Teens. Thursday, March 7, 6:30 Tai Chi Fitness Fun Tai Chi fitness class for the new year, led by local instructor Susan Shen. Adults, Teens. (R) Thursday, March 7, 7:00 Millennials Book Club To the Lighthouse by Virginia Woolf. Adults from early 20s to early 30s. Friday, March 8, 10:30 Baby & Me Yoga Nurturing yoga workshop designed for the two of you. No experience needed. Age 6 weeks-16 months with adult. (R) Saturday, March 9, 10:30 Sing Books with Miss Emily Join Miss Emily for singing storytime with illustrated songs. All ages.

Monday, March 11, 10:30 Baby Lapsit Rhymes and songs to build early literacy skills. Birth-11 months with adult. (R) Monday, March 11, 2:00 Ebook help on Mondays Do you need assistance downloading our library eBooks onto your electronic device? Come on by and we can help! Adults. Tuesday, March 12, 10:30 Storytime Three to Fives An early literacy program with stories and activities. Age 3-5 with adult. Tuesday, March 12, 7:00-8:00 Read to the Dog Read to a therapy dog. Call or signup for a 15-minute session. Age 5-11. (R) Wednesday, March 13, 7:00 Basic Knitting Learn the only two stitches you need to knit anything you want. Age 16 years and up. Thursday, March 14, 10:30 Toddler Storytime Join us for fun stories, songs and finger plays. Age 2 with adult. (R) Thursday, March 14, 7:00 Estate Planning Essentials Attorney Bettina Lawton discusses what you need to know to ensure your belongings go to the people or charities you value. Adults.

Saturday, March 9, 2:00 FCPL Maker Day - Hour of Code Hour of Code workshop. No experience necessary. Bring a laptop or tablet. Age 12 and up. (R) Sunday, March 10, 2:00 Albatross Film Screening Screening of the film Albatross, an award-winning documentary about birds on Midway Island. Adults and teens.

Friday, March 15, 11:15 Gymboree Music II Dance to a new musical style each month. Cosponsored by the Friends of the Reston Regional Library. Age 1824 months with adult. (R) Friday, March 15, 2:00 Great Decisions Series Watch a film and participate in the roundtable discussion on current events and U.S. foreign policy options: Nuclear Negotiations: Back to the Future. Adults. Saturday, March 16, 12:00 St. Patrick’s Day Irish Dance Dancers with the Foley Academy of Irish Dance will give a dance performance and lesson. All ages. Saturday, March 16, 2:00 Motorized Kinetic Sculpture Lab Design and build an artwork that moves, using a motor, battery and art materials. All sculptures go home. Age 6-11. (R) Saturday, March 16, 3:30 Motorized Kinetic Sculpture Lab Design and build an artwork that moves, using a motor, battery and art materials. All sculptures go home.. Age 12-18. (R)

Thursday, March 14, 28, 7:00 Teen Advisory Board (TAB) Meeting Gain leadership and volunteer experience; make the library a wonderful place for teens. Age 13-18. Friday, March 15, 10:30 Gymboree Music I Discover melody and rhythm in songs. Cosponsored by the Friends of the Reston Regional Library. Age 6-18 months with adult. (R)

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Sunday, March 17, 2:00 Chess Club for Kids Learn openings, tactics and end game strategies. Players will be able to play against players at their strength. All ages.

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Sunday, March 17, 2:00 History of World War II Dr. Harry Butowsky of George Mason University presents part 1 of his 6-part lecture series on World War II: On Our Way, USA 1939-1942. Adults and teens.

Tuesday, March 19, 7:00 Sam’s Book Club Join former FCPL library director Sam Clay for a lively book discussion. This month’s title is Auntie Poldi and the Sicilian Lions by Mario Giordano. Wednesday, March 20, 7:00 Literary Trivia Night Show off your book knowledge at trivia night. Bring your own team of 3-5 or form a team with new friends at the event. Age 13 and up. Thursday, March 21, 10:30 Storytime STEM for Preschool Storytime books and hands-on learning activities. Age 3-5 with adult. (R)

Monday, March 18, 10:30 Nose to Toes Yoga Explore yoga poses while enjoying books and songs with a children’s yoga instructor. Cosponsored by the Friends of the Reston Regional Library. Age 3-5 with adult. (R)

Thursday, March 21, 7:00 Dollars and Sense Group discussion on business leaders and markets. In March, Antifragile by Nassim Taleb. Adults.

Sunday, March 24, 2:00 History of World War II Dr. Harry Butowsky of George Mason University presents part 2 of his 6-part lecture series on World War II: The Desert North Africa, 1940-1943. Adults and teens. Wednesday, March 27, 10:00-3:00 Red Cross Blood Drive Give Blood. Save a Life! Please consider donating. Adults. Thursday, March 28, 10:00 – 8:00 Friday, March 29, 10:00 – 5:00 Saturday, March 30, 10:00 – 5:00 Sunday, March 31, 1:00 – 3:30 Reston Friends Children and Educators Book Sale We have all your favorite children’s book authors, plus teaching materials. Come browse and buy. Continued on next page

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3D printing, crafts, coding, slime, puppets, robots and more! Check out the listings for details.

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Sunday, March 31, 2:00 History of World War II Dr. Harry Butowsky of George Mason University presents part 3 of his 6-part lecture series on World War II: Stalingrad: June 1942-February 1943. Adults and teens.

Wednesday, March 6, 10:30 Mother Goose Time Join us for stories and songs. Birth-18 months with adult. (R)

Wednesday, March 20, 10:30 Time for Twos Join us for a storytime focusing on early literacy skills. Age 18 months-3 years 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 March, 7:00 English Conversation Group Practice and improve your English. Adults. Thursdays in March, 7:00 The World’s Religions Learn about the beliefs, values and practices of the major religions of the world. Teens and adults.

Thursday, March 7, 21, 7:00 Springfield Writers’ Group Share your work and give feedback in a supportive setting. Adults. Friday, March 8, 2:00 National Consumer Protection Week Learn where to get information about tenant-landlord rights and responsibilities and how to protect yourself from scams. Adults. Monday, March 11, 25, 10:30 QiGong Gentle form of exercise with simple movements, self-massage and breathing. Adults. Monday, March 11, 7:00 Financial Literacy Workshop Topic to be announced. Adults.

Saturdays in March, 9:30 VITA Tax Assistance IRS-certified volunteers help taxpayers who earn up to $55K per year. Adults. Saturdays in March, 11:00 eBook Help Library eBook questions answered. Bring your device, library card and device passwords. No experience required. Adults. Monday, March 4, 10:30 Sensory Storytime Enjoy a storytime welcoming to kids all along the spectrum. Age 3-5.

Saturday, March 16, 11:00 Saturday, March 16, 2:00 Coder Dojo: Teaching Kids to Code Learn to develop websites & apps; create games. Bring a laptop; limited computers available. Age 7-17. (R)

Tuesday, March 12, 7:00 Bedtime Storytime Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal and enjoy bedtime stories and music. Birth-5 with adult. (R) Thursday, March 14, 1:30 Afternoon Book Club Make new friends and chat about books. Adults. Saturday, March 16, 10:30 Saturday Stories Enjoy stories and activities. Birth-5. (R)

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Thursday, March 21, 4:30 LEGOs in the Library Design your own awesome LEGO creations. Age 5-12. Monday, March 25, 2:00 Baby Play & Explore Unstructured play and social time for babies. Birth-18 months with adult. Wednesday, March 27, 10:30 Turtle Time! Stories and activities about turtles for preschoolers. Age 3-5 with adult. (R)

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 through Saturdays in March, 10:15 – 2:00 Mondays through Thursdays in March, 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 March, 11:00 Terrific Twos and Threes Storytime featuring rhymes, stories and songs. Age 24 months-3 years with caregiver.

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Thursdays and Fridays in March, 10:30 English Conversation Class This is a drop-in conversation group for people learning English. Adults.

Monday, March 11, 7:30 Books and Ideas This month’s book The Heart of the Matter by Graham Greene. Adults.

Friday, March 1, 22, 29, 10:30 Friday, March 8, 10:30 Wonder & MAKE Fingerprint Art Join us for a story followed by a fingerprint art activity in honor of National Craft Month! Age 2-5 with adult.

Tuesday, March 12, 26, 10:00 Harmony Heritage Singers Please join us for bi-monthly rehearsals of the Harmony Heritage Singers. This event is open to the entire family. All ages.

Saturdays in March, 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.

Wednesday, March 13, 10:30 Rising Words, Rising Images The Joy Luck Club by Amy Tan. Book discussion. Age 13-18.

Tuesday, March 5, 10:30 Sensory Friendly Storytime This multi-sensory storytime is geared toward children with special needs, children on the autism spectrum and children who are sensitive to sensory overload. Birth-3 with caregiver. Tuesday, March 5, 2:00 Social Security: Understanding Your Benefits Learn about all aspects of social security and the best way to maximize your benefits. Cosponsored by AARP. Adults.

Friday, March 15, 10:30 Bilingual One Story Wonder Join us for a story followed by indoor play. Age 2-5 with adult. Saturday, March 16, 1:00 Selling and Buying Your Home (Session 1) 1 p.m. Learn to make your house stand out from others when selling. (Session 2) 2:30 p.m. How to be a smart home buyer in our competitive market. Adults.

Tuesday, March 19, 11:00 Little Explorers Storytime featuring rhymes, stories and songs. Birth-23 months with caregiver. Tuesday, March 19, 4:30 stEam 4 Kids: Wood & Clay Structures Craft-focused program where children learn about building, tinkering and creating. All ages. Tuesday, March 19, 7:00 Harambee Readers The selection for this month will be Only the Strong: An American Novel by Jabari Asim. Adults. Wednesday, March 20, 11:00 A Presentation on Retirement Planning, Medicare, Long Term Care and Final Expenses Everything you need to know about getting ready for retirement. Adults.

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Thursday, March 7, 14, 21, 11:00 Book Buddies Storytime Stories, fingerplays and songs. Age 3-5 with caregiver.

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Saturday, March 23, 2:00 Job Search in the Digital Age Using job search engines, resume tips (including age-proofing), keywords for online resumes, using LinkedIn to network. Presented by AARP. Adults. Monday, March 25, 7:00 Experience the Transformative Power of Meditation Davinder Khanna, long time meditator, connects meditation and spiritual development to important aspects of our lives. Adults.

Thursday, March 28, 10:30 Child & Me Yoga Stories songs and yoga poses to teach techniques for breathing moving and relaxing. Bring a yoga mat or beach towel. First come, first serve. Age 1-3 with adult. Thursday, March 28, 2:00 Medicare 101: Understanding Your Benefits Overview of Medicare parts, coverage, costs & plans. 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 March, 10:30 Baby Lapsit Storytime Books, songs and bounces for our littlest friends. Birth-18 months with adult. Mondays in March, 11:00 Mondays in March, 7:30 Spanish Conversation Group Practice your Spanish conversation skills with a native speaker. Intermediate speaking level. Adults.

Saturday, March 30, 2:00 Meet Author Karen Cleveland. Karen Cleveland discusses her debut novel Need to Know. Book sale and signing to follow. Adults.

Fridays in March, 4:00 Saturdays in March, 1:00 Tech Tutor Tech tutor is available to assist you with your mobile devices and computer programs. Adults. Saturdays in March, 12:00 GIVE Tutoring Tutoring for kids provided by GIVE. Grades kindergarten-6. Saturdays in March, 1:00 Paws to Read with Lucy Read aloud to a trained therapy dog. Bring your own book or choose a book from the library. Walk-ins welcome. Age 6-12.

Mondays in March, 3:30 Teen Advisory Group Teens meet weekly to volunteer and get involved in library programming and services. Teens. Tuesdays in March, 10:30 Toddler Time Storytime with songs, nursery rhymes, fingerplays and parachute time to help toddlers develop language and motor skills. Age 18-36 months. Tuesdays in March, 11:00, 7:00, 8:00 One-on-One English Conversation Practice Practice speaking English with a volunteer. One session per week. Adults.

Thursday, March 28, 7:00 Sherwood Mystery Book Club Join us for a discussion of The Dry by Jane Harper. Adults.

Tuesdays in March, 6:30 Thursdays in March, 4:30 Practice Your English Conversation group for people learning English. Adults.

Tuesdays in March, 6:00–7:00 Girls Who Code Girls learn to code, design and explore together with Emma Budd. Limit of 8. Grades 4 to 10. (R)

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Saturdays in March, 2:30 VITA Tax Assistance IRS-certified volunteers help taxpayers who earn up to $55K per year. Adults. Friday, March 1, 15, 29, 12:00 The Library in Your Phone Learn about all the mobile apps you have access to through your library card. Learn a new language, read books, magazines and more. Adults. Friday, March 1, 4:00 SAT and ACT Prep Learn about the library’s online resources to help you prepare for the SAT or ACT. Teens. Monday, March 4, 4:30 Hats Off to Dr. Seuss’s Birthday! Come celebrate Dr. Seuss with stories, crafts and games. Age 2-10.

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

Tuesday, March 5, 10:00 National Consumer Protection Week Learn where to get information about tenant-landlord rights and responsibilities and how to protect yourself from scams. Adults. Wednesday, March 6, 10:30 Preschool STEAM Let’s explore STEAM activities with our preschoolers to foster creativity and the development of problemsolving and pre-writing skills! Preschool. Monday, March 11, 4:30 Ozobot Challenge! Join us for a new challenge to ozocode and make our new Marvel ozobots race. School age and teens. Tuesday, March 12, 7:00 Writers’ Group Writers share work for mutual tips. Adults. Wednesday, March 13, 10:30 Child & Me Yoga Stories, songs and poses to teach children and caregivers techniques for breathing, moving and relaxing. Bring a yoga mat or towel. Age 1-3.

Thursday, March 21, 1:30 Book Discussion Group A Town like Alice by Nevil Shute. Adults. Friday, March 22, 3:30 The Hungry Hungry Games How hungry are you? Eat snacks and play life-size Hungry Hungry Hippos with your friends. The winning team gets a prize! Age 12-18.

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.

Thursdays in March, 7:00 English for Pre-Beginners Students with no or limited prior English language experience. Focus is on basic vocabulary and every-day phrases. Small group limited to 8 students. Adults. Fridays in March, 4:30 Chess Club for Kids Practice games and chess instruction from coach Ashley Xing, a member of the U.S. World Youth chess team. Beginners are welcome. Age 6-13.

One-on-One English Conversation Practice Practice speaking English with a library volunteer. Limit: One session per week. Adults. (R)

Wednesday, March 13, 27, 4:30 Builders Club Bring your imagination and build amazing structures with LEGOs, KEVA planks and blocks. School age. Tuesdays in March, 10:30 Spanish Conversation Group Practice your Spanish in informal setting. The group is led by a nativespeaking volunteer. Intermediate to advanced level. Adults

Tuesday, March 19, 7:00 Color Me Calm Relieve your stress and discover your inner artist. Coloring pages and pencils provided. Adults.

Wednesdays in March, 7:30 Wednesday Night Yoga Wear comfortable clothes and bring a mat & towel. All levels welcome. Teens and adults.

Tuesdays in March, 7:00 Wednesdays in March, 1:00 English Conversation Group Practice English conversation in a group setting. Adults.

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Saturdays in March, 10:00, 11:00 One-on-One Computer/Microsoft Office Training Learn basic computer and internet skills or master Microsoft Office programs at one-on-one trainings with a technology volunteer. Register online or call 703-790-8088, ext. 4 for appointment. Adults. Friday, March 1, 11:00-5:00 Saturday, March 2, 10:00-4:00 Sunday, March 3, 1:00-4:00 (Fill a bag for $10.) Tysons-Pimmit Library Friends Book sale Find some gems at our used book sale. All ages. Monday, March 4, 11, 10:30 Storytime Fun Stories and activities. Age 2-5 with adult.

Tuesday, March 5, 10:30 Fun for 2’s & 3’s Mardi Gras Party! Stories and activities. Age 2-3 with adult.

Thursday, March 7, 7:00 What Happens After the Paychecks Stop? A Retirement Income Primer Learn how to budget for retirement expenses, potential sources of income and risks such as long term care and health care costs. Adults. Saturday, March 9, 11:00 Teen Tech Week: 3D Printing Learn the basics of TinkerCAD.com, a free utility for designing your own 3D objects. Bring a charged laptop if possible, some laptops will be available. For teens age 12-18. (R) Saturday, March 9, 2:00 Teen Tech Week: Build Your Own Gaming PC Participants will assemble a gaming PC from start to finish. Topics include component choice, safety and best practices. Age 12-18. (R) Tuesday, March 12, 7:00 Relaxation and Meditation. Learn and practice techniques for letting go of thoughts that cause stress and anxiety. Teens and adults. Wednesday, March 13, 7:00 Model Investment Club Learn about investing in stocks and managing a portfolio. Adults. Thursday, March 14, 21, 10:30 Bouncing Babies Join us for stories, songs and activities. Birth-12 months with caregiver.

Tuesday, March 19, 7:00 How to Buy a New or Used Car Learn how to buy a car, get it financed and insured. What is a good deal and what isn’t? Should you take zero financing or the rebate? Presented by State Farm Insurance. Adults. Tuesday, March 19, 7:00 Mystery Book Group Join our mystery book group. This month’s title is Two Kinds of Truth by Michael Connelly. Adults. Wednesday, March 20, 6:30 Tuesday, March 26, 10:30 Spanish Class for Little Amigos Bilingual storytime in English and Spanish that includes fun activities. Age 2-5+ with adult.

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. Tuesdays in March, 7:00 Spanish Literacy for Spanish Speakers: Centro de Alfabetizacion Social. Lessons on reading and writing in Spanish for adult native Spanish speakers. Tuesdays in March, 7:00 Technology Tutoring One-on-one technology tutoring for job applications or assistance with Microsoft Office. Call branch to register. (R) Wednesdays in March, 1:00 English Conversation Group Improve your spoken English in a small group setting. Adults.

Tuesday, March 26, 7:00 Booktalk for Book lovers Please join our book group. This month’s title is Carnegie’s Maid by Marie Benedict. Adults. Thursday, March 28, 11:00 Job Search in the Digital Age Find a new job using popular internet sites and tools in this free interactive workshop. Adults.

Fridays in March, 10:30 Woodrow Play Dates Adults with children come to play and meet new friends. Birth-5 with caregiver. Monday, March 4, 11, 25, 4:30 Game Time Learn and play board and card games; you can bring your own game to play with others. All ages.

Thursday, March 28, 1:30 Sharpen Your Networking and Interviewing Skills Learn new skills to network with employers and ace interviews. Adults.

Thursday, March 14, 21, 28, 7:00 Sahaja Yoga Meditation The Sahaja Yoga meditation workshop is perfect for beginners. Age 15-adult.

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Tuesday, March 5, 10:30 Baby and Me Storytime Books, rhymes and interactive fun for babies and caregivers. Age 18 months–3 years with adult. Events subject to change. Check the library’s website for up-to-date listings. (R) = Registration required.

Saturday, March 9, 1:30 The Hungry Hungry Games How hungry are you? Eat snacks and play life-size Hungry Hungry Hippos with your friends. Age 12-18. Tuesday, March 12, 10:30 Toddler Storytime An interactive storytime for toddlers with songs and a craft. Age 18 monthsâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;3 years with adult.

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Fairfax County Government Center Board Auditorium 12000 Government Center Parkway, Fairfax, VA Registration opens February 22

The story of African Americans who found freedom and equality in Paris during the early 20th century

Tuesday, March 19, 10:30 Preschool Storytime Interactive storytime with books, rhymes and activities. Age 3-5 with adult. Saturday, March 23, 2:30 Family Fun Storytime Join us for our new family storytime. Bring the whole family for songs, dance and a craft. Wednesday, March 27, 10:30 Baby Song Storytime Books, rhymes and interactive fun for babies and caregivers. Birth-18 months with adult. Featuring a presentation and panel discussion with Julia Browne, associate producer and owner of Walking the Spirit Tours - Black Paris & Beyond.

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Saturday, March 30 • 9 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. George C. Marshall High School 7731 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church, VA

Keynote speaker Libba Bray

Free event featuring panel discussions, book signings, writing workshops, food and fun. Authors include Libba Bray, Cinda Williams Chima, Jennifer Armentrout, Jeff Zentner, Nic Stone and more! Sponsors: Fall for the Book, One More Page Books, Fairfax County Public Library, Arlington County Libraries, Loudoun County Public Library, Alexandria Library, Arlington Public Schools, Prince William Public Library System and others listed on the NoVa Teen website. Admission is free.

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

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