Thursday, June 21, 7:00 The Wizard of Reading Enjoy amazing tricks and reading fun with magician Dean Alan. Age 6-12. Monday, June 25, 10:30 Wild West: The Mystery of the Haunted Piano Science Tellers presents an action-packed adventure with science experiments. Age 6-12. Thursday, July 12, 10:30 Jacks are Wild! Jack Russell Terriers Mario and Bella perform fun and amazing tricks. Age 6-12. Tuesday, July 17, 2:30 My Reptile Guys See live snakes, lizards and other reptiles. Age 6-12.
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ADULTS June, July, August, Tyson’s Adult Summer Reading Program Receive a booksale coupon for every five books you read and be entered into a gift basket drawing. Adults. June, July, August One-on-One English Conversation Practice Practice speaking English with a library volunteer. Limit: One session per week. Call or register online for dates and times. Adults. (R.) June, July, August 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 tech volunteer. Register online or call 703-790-888, ext. 4 for appointment. Adults. (R.) Saturdays in June, July, August Fairfax County Master Gardner Clinics Get answers to your gardening questions, plant and insect identification, soil tests and more. Adults.
Saturday, August 4, 11:00 Folding Under Pressure with Megan Hicks the Origami Swami Learn paperfolding and make action models and pop-ups from Megan Hicks. Class limited to first 20 participants. Age 11 and up. Tuesday, August 14, 11:00 Personalized Coffee Mug with Clay Cafe Create your own coffee mug and enjoy your favorite drink in style. Fired pottery returned for pickup in 2 weeks. Class limited to first 15 participants. Age 12-18.
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Tuesdays in June, July, August, 7:00; Wednesdays in June, July, Aug., 1:00 English Conversation Group Practice English conversation in a group setting. Adults. Tuesday, June 12, 11:00 Long-Term Care: A Social & Family Challenge Learn all the ins and outs of long term care services for frail, elderly and disabled family members. Presented by AARP. Adults.
Event attendance is often limited…...
So we practice a “first come, first served” policy. Some events require registration. You can register online and also call or visit the branch. Make arrangements for sign language interpreters, listening systems or real-time captioning at least two weeks in advance at the branch where the event takes place.
Wednesdays, June 13, July 11, August 8, 7:00 Model Investment Group The Model Investment Club of Northern Virginia (MicNOVA provides new and experienced investors with the chance to learn about investing in stocks and managing a portfolio. Adults. Tuesday, June 19, 7:00 Mystery Book Group Read to discuss: The Long Way Home by Louise Penny. Adults. Monday, June 25, 1:00 Afternoon Movie: “To Catch a Thief ” (PG) A retired jewel thief will be arrested unless he can trap a copycat burglar. Directed by Alfred Hitchcock. Adults. Monday, June 25, 7:00 STEM: 3D Printing With TinkerCAD, Part 1 See one of FCPL’s mobile 3D printers in action and learn how you can start designing your own objects on TinkerCAD.com for free. Age 16 and up (R.) Tuesday, June 26, 7:00 Booktalk for Book lovers Read to discuss: The Nest by Cynthia D’Aprix Sweeney. Adults. Wednesday, June 27, 6:00 Author Event: Robin Hanson from GMU Professor Robin Hanson will discuss his newest books: The Elephant in the Brain on our hidden motives, and The Age of Em about the future of artificial intelligence design. Books available for sale and signing. Adults. Events subject to change. Check the library’s website for up-to-date listings. (R.) = Registration required.