Explore Summer 2023

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Prince William Public Libraries Library Events and News

YOUR LIBRARY

Summer 2023

Time for SUMMER READING!

Library Mission Statement Prince William Public Libraries (PWPL) brings people, information, and ideas together to enrich lives and build community in a welcoming, inclusive environment.

Contents

Kids and Families................................8 Special Events...............................................8 Story Times and Ongoing Events.............14 Reading to Dogs..........................................14 Crafts and Activities....................................15

Young Adults....................................18 Makerspace.....................................22 Book and Discussion Groups.............24 Adults..............................................26

Special and Ongoing Events......................26 Lifelong Learning........................................28 Arts and Crafts............................................30

Quick Flip.........................................31

Library Information Library Board Meetings The next meetings of the Library Board of Trustees will be Thursday, June 22, July 27, and August 24, in the Administrative Support Center’s Trustee Conference Room.

The July meeting will be held at Manassas City Library.

Note: The Trustee Conference Room is located in the lower level of Chinn Park Library.

Renewals of Library Materials Renewal Line: 703-792-4885 Web Renewal: librarycatalog.pwcgov.org

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Library Closings and Schedule Changes

JUNE Saturday, June 17–Holiday Weekend–Dale City, Dumfries, Independent Hill, Lake Ridge, Nokesville Libraries closed Monday, June 19–Juneteenth Holiday Observed–All libraries closed JULY Tuesday, July 4–Independence Day Holiday– All libraries closed AUGUST No Holidays

Library Foundation Find us on Social Media

Visit princewilliamlibraryfoundation.org to help support Prince William Public Libraries.

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PWPL has seven Friends groups that provide support to all of its libraries, enabling them to offer many free cultural, recreational, and informational programs to our community.

To join one of the Friends groups or to learn more, contact:

Bull Run

Friends of Bull Run Regional Library 8051 Ashton Avenue Manassas, VA 20109 Friendsofbullrunlibrary@gmail.com

Central

The Friends of Central Community Library 8601 Mathis Avenue Manassas, VA 20110 friends2central@gmail.com 703-792-8360

Chinn Park

The Friends of the Chinn Park Regional Library 13065 Chinn Park Drive Woodbridge, VA 22192 facebook.com/FOCPRL

Haymarket Gainesville

Friends of the Haymarket Gainesville Library c/o Haymarket Gainesville Community Library 14870 Lightner Road Haymarket, VA 20169 friendslibhg@gmail.com

Manassas City

Friends of the Manassas City Library 10104 Dumfries Road Manassas VA 20110 friendsmclibrary@gmail.com 703-792-8820

Montclair

Friends of the Montclair Community Library c/o Montclair Community Library 5049 Waterway Drive Dumfries, VA 22025 Fmcl.president@gmail.com facebook.com/FMCL.5049

Potomac

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The Friends of Potomac Library 2201 Opitz Boulevard Woodbridge, VA 22191 703-792-8330

Sign language interpretation is available if requested at least three weeks in advance of the program date.

When you visit the library, we may take photos or videos for print and digital marketing purposes. Please notify a staff member if you do not want your image to be published.

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Director’s Message

All Together Now! As summer rolls around, I find myself once again messaging the importance of summer reading for our students to keep up their skills Deborah L. Wright between school years.

Research consistently points to the loss students can experience during the summer if reading skills are not exercised consistently over the months away from the classroom. We have plenty of titles, both new and old favorites, to entice readers of all ages to check out and enjoy. Digital and downloadable options enable travelers to take their reading interests with them, in addition to or instead of physical books.

The structure of this year’s Summer Reading program at PWPL will include registration and completion prizes as we celebrate the “All Together Now” program’s theme for 2023. Program activities will feature more opportunities than ever to explore our outdoor library spaces. Summer events at our branches will serve our families well with the increase in

STEM and other fun learning activities.

We have been welcoming volunteers back to our branches but are happy to have more join our ranks. Some community members may be interested in working with our Friends of the Library groups, and information is available in branches with an affiliated group. Many of our summer program activities are funded by our Friends’ groups, so we greatly appreciate the work they do to support PWPL. Our Library Foundation provides generous funding support through grants and sponsorships for Summer Reading. It is a cornerstone of their support for PWPL, and we are so grateful for their help.

Whatever you are up to this summer, there is a program, a book, or a digital resource at your library to support your summer activities. We hope you will join us on our summer reading adventure!

Grants Help Us Do More For You This summer, watch for new and updated programs and spaces at your library.

PWPL has been awarded several grants that enabled us to enhance our services to you.

New, permanent story trails are coming to Chinn Park and Haymarket Gainesville Libraries, funded through the Sentara Foundation’s Community Grant. STEM programs enhanced with new educational items are being added to our libraries thanks to BAE System’s support.

New, water-themed STEM kits and books have been purchased with funds from the Water Supply Stakeholder Grant provided by Fairfax Water. Pollinator gardens and composting activities, Repair Cafés, workforce development programs, LEGO® leagues, and a Job Fair are being added to our Events Calendar thanks to two large ChangeX grant programs, Microsoft Community Challenge Fund and AWS InCommunities Northern Virginia Sustainability Fund.

PWPL Launches an Updated Library Catalog There’s a new way to explore the library catalog with additional features to help navigate PWPL’s extensive collection of books, DVDs, and digital

content more easily. The new online catalog is more user-friendly, allows you to quickly find what you need, bookmark items for later viewing, create reading lists and a “bookshelf,” save searches of your favorite topics and authors, and check out and hold digital content right from the catalog with one click. You can access the catalog on any device. Start exploring today at pwcva.gov/library and click “Online Catalog.”

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Thank you to Prince William Library Foundation for serving as a conduit to acquire grants and raise funds through community engagement, all of which support programs otherwise unavailable to PWPL. Learn more at princewilliamlibraryfoundation.org

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Summer means fun, and we will enjoy it “All Together

Now!” Water, sandcastles, ice cream, suncatchers, outdoor games, story times, bubbles, and gardening – we have all your favorite programs from June – August. From favorites like Sing Books with Emily and Dinosaurs with Dinoman to a new Halloween Story Trail, there’s something for all ages.

Does it look like rain? Don’t forget to check the weather on Central Green’s weather station. Need a little shade from the sun? The story trail behind Independent Hill Library offers a shaded onemile loop to enjoy a family-friendly story under a canopy of trees.

Whether you prefer outdoor or indoor programs, we’ll see you at Prince William Public Libraries all summer.

Prince William Library Foundation

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,000 Books 1Before Kindergarten

For Infants Through Preschoolers Sign up today at any Prince William Public Library pwcva.gov/library

Help support programs like 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten.

It has never been easier for you to support systemwide programming than by visiting princewilliamlibraryfoundation.org

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WELC OMET OYOU RLIB RARY Welcome to Your Library How to Get a Library Card

If you live, work, own property, or attend school in Prince William County, Manassas, or surrounding jurisdictions, you are eligible for a free library card. To get a card, you must provide identification with your current address. Minors (ages 5–17) are also required to have a parent or legal guardian complete and sign a Library User Agreement Form.

Borrowing, Returns, Holds, and Renewals

Borrow books, Chromebook laptops, DVDs, Launchpad tablets, magazines, and mobile Wi-Fi hotspots for three weeks.

Return your materials to any branch location or book drop.

Place holds on materials through the Online Catalog, in person, or by phone. You can have up to 20 holds at a time.

Most items can be renewed four times (unless requested by another patron) online, in person, or by phone.

Sign up for email or text message reminders or change your email preferences through your online account.

As of July 1, 2021, PWPL is no longer charging fines for late items. Patrons are still responsible for paying fees for lost or damaged items.

Please be sure to pay your outstanding fees, as your account is suspended when fees on your account reach $20.00.

Digital Library

The Digital Library provides free access to thousands of online and digital resources including e-books, audiobooks, newspapers, and premium websites with apps like OverDrive’s Libby, hoopla Digital, and LinkedIn Learning.

Everything from automotive help to homework help to premium news access is available on the Digital Library for you to Read, Listen, Watch, or Learn from wherever you are.

Your Library Offers So Much More!

U.S. Passport Services: Available at Central, Haymarket

Gainesville, and Potomac Libraries during specific times by appointment only.

Every location offers:

• Free public access computers and Wi-Fi access • B/W copy machines and printing: $.15 per page • Color printing: $.50 per page • Fax services: $1.00 per page outgoing, $.15 per page incoming • Scanning capabilities (bring your own USB/available for purchase) • Mobile printing (available at Central, Chinn Park, Haymarket Gainesville, Manassas City, Montclair, and Potomac Libraries)

Assistive Services: PWPL provides services and devices for those who need hearing, visual, and physical accommodations to use library resources.

Management and Government Information Center (MAGIC):

Located at Chinn Park Library, MAGIC is your source for business, government, nonprofit, and local information.

PWPL, through MAGIC, is a Funding Information Network Partner, giving patrons free access to the Foundation Center databases and training support, available at no cost to you.

Contact: magic2@pwcgov.org or 703-792-4880.

Ruth E. Lloyd Information Center (RELIC) Genealogy and Local History: RELIC, located at Central Library, offers

specialized staff assistance of resources concentrated on local history and family history support.

Contact: relic2@pwcgov.org or 703-792-8380.

Makerspaces: Hive 8051 Makerspace at Bull Run Library

and Studio 8601 Makerspace at Central Library provide independent workspaces with a variety of machines, tools, and technology to explore, build, collaborate, and create.

Bull Run Library Hive 8051: 703-792-4500 Central Library Studio 8601: 703-792-8361

2023 Summer Reading Sponsors: Thank You for Your Support!

Prince William Public Libraries’ Summer Reading program would not be possible without the support of sponsors.

Prince William Public Libraries does not use the Prince William County budget for Summer Reading. The program is fully funded by corporate and community sponsorships and grants. This approach not only saves the taxpayers money, it also offers opportunities for building and strengthening community relations.

During the last five years, even during the challenging years of the pandemic, Prince William County and Manassas City local businesses and national corporations with a presence in our area demonstrated above-and-beyond support for this important literacy program. Thank you, Summer Reading sponsors! Without you, we could not continue to offer the quality level of programming our patrons have come to love.

Together, we: • Spark a love of reading.

• Help prevent the “summer slide” in children’s learning.

• Offer free educational and entertaining programs.

• Build long-lasting community partnerships.

• Increase community awareness of local businesses.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS PARTNERS

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PLATINUM LEVEL SPONSOR

Friends of Bull Run Regional Library The Friends of Central Library The Friends of the Chinn Park Regional Library Friends of the Gainesville Library Friends of the Manassas City Library Friends of the Montclair Community Library The Friends of Potomac Library

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SILVER LEVEL SPONSORS

Burke & Herbert Bank Giant Food The IDI Group Companies Summer 2023

BRONZE LEVEL SPONSORS

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Special Events

Potomac Monthly Reading Challenge: Potomac All Ages/Families June 1–August 31 Please stop by Potomac Library to pick up a playing card. Each month has a different theme, and everyone is welcome to participate.

Participants can return a completed playing card for a prize.

My Pet Alpaca All Ages Manassas City: Saturday, June 3, 10:30 a.m.

Montclair: Saturday, June 24, 12:00 p.m.

Bull Run: Wednesday, June 28, 10:30 a.m.

Central: Thursday, July 6, 10:30 a.m.

Lake Ridge: Saturday, July 8, 10:30 a.m.

Dale City: Saturday, July 15, 10:30 a.m.

Independent Hill: Wednesday, July 19, 10:30 a.m.

Nokesville: Thursday, August 3, 10:30 a.m.

Get up close and personal with our adorable, cuddly creatures from My Pet Alpaca! You’ll have the chance to meet and greet these lovable, fuzzy friends and learn all about their unique personalities and traits. Don’t miss out on this one-of-a-kind opportunity for the entire family to enjoy.

Nature’s Community with Master Gardeners Grades K–5 Manassas City: Monday, June 5, 2:00 p.m.

Haymarket Gainesville: Monday, June 26, 10:30 a.m.

Central: Wednesday, June 28, 10:30 a.m.

Chinn Park: Friday, July 7, 2:00 p.m.

Dale City: Tuesday, July 18, 10:30 a.m.

Nokesville: Tuesday, July 25, 10:30 a.m.

Dumfries: Monday, August 14, 10:30 a.m.

Bull Run: Wednesday, August 16, 10:30 a.m.

Ever wonder how the world around us works?

Master Gardeners will share how plants and animals team up to keep each other safe and protect our environment.

Virginia Cooperative Extension is a partnership of Virginia Tech, Virginia State University, the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and local governments.

Its programs and employment are open to all, regardless of age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, genetic information, military status, or any other basis protected by law.

Intro to the Gaming Lounge: Montclair All Ages/Families Tuesday, June 6, 4:00 p.m.

Gear up for summer gaming with an intro to our Gaming Lounge! Ask questions from the experts and get some hands-on experience with live game demos. This program is highly recommended for anyone new to video games (we’re looking at you, parents of little gamers!)

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Zumbini Ages 3–6 Dale City: Select Saturdays, 10:30 a.m.

June 10, July 8, August 12 Dumfries: Select Saturdays, 10:30 a.m.

June 24, July 15, August 19 Independent Hill: Monday, June 26, 10:30 a.m.

Potomac: Monday, July 24, 10:30 a.m.

Haymarket Gainesville: Monday, July 31, 10:30 a.m.

Lake Ridge: Wednesday, August 2, 10:30 a.m.

Zumbini is an early childhood education program that uses music and movement to promote cognitive, social, fine and gross motor skills, and emotional development while creating the ultimate bonding experience.

Beowulf T. Wonderbunny All Ages Dale City: Tuesday, June 20, 10:30 a.m.

Potomac: Tuesday, June 20, 2:00 p.m.

Dumfries: Wednesday, June 21, 10:30 a.m.

Chinn Park: Wednesday, June 21, 2:00 p.m.

Independent Hill: Thursday, June 22, 10:30 a.m.

Tom Lilly and Beowulf T. Wonderbunny will visit with their “Books Are a Blast” family audience comedy-magic show this summer.

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KIDS and FAMILIES Special Events

I Need a Friend: Story Time with Keisha Strand Ages 3–6 Manassas City: Saturday, June 24 11:00 a.m.

Central: Saturday, July 22, 10:30 a.m.

Chinn Park: Saturday, August 5, 10:30 a.m.

Meet author Keisha Strand for a fun hour of stories and crafts in this special story time to celebrate our Summer Reading theme, All Together Now!

*Chinn Park Renaissance Fair: Chinn Park All Ages Saturday, June 24, 11:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m.

Join us for a fun day at Chinn Park’s own Renaissance Fair! We will have crafts, games, vendors, and demonstrations. The Knighthood Ceremony will be at 2:00 p.m., and we will wrap up the event with “The Sword in the Stone” (Rated G) at 2:30 p.m.

LVA On the Go: Chinn Park All Ages Saturday, June 24, 11:00 a.m.

The Library of Virginia is coming to Chinn Park Library! Join us for a visit from LVA On the Go to explore research resources, discuss regional and family history with knowledgeable LVA staff, discover educational materials, children’s activities, and more.

Dinosaurs with Dinoman Independent Hill: Tuesday, June 20, 10:30 a.m.

Lake Ridge: Tuesday, June 20, 2:00 p.m.

Nokesville: Wednesday, June 21, 10:30 a.m.

Bull Run: Wednesday, June 21, 2:00 p.m.

Dale City: Thursday, June 22, 10:30 a.m.

Chinn Park: Thursday, June 22, 2:00 p.m.

Dinosaurs are coming! Yes – life-sized dinosaurs! There will also be magic, props, and real dinosaur fossils. Dinoman and his raccoon sidekick, Reflex, will answer questions about when dinosaurs were here and how fossils are created.

*Science Play and Learn–Dino Baby Hatchery: Bull Run Grades K–5 Tuesday, June 20, 4:30 p.m.

Hatch your very own Dino Baby from its egg! Play as you learn about dinosaurs and dinosaur eggs while making scaly crafts and hatching dinosaur eggs.

*Pigeon Appreciation Day: Bull Run Ages 3 and Up with Caregiver Friday, June 23, 11:00 a.m.

Our second annual celebration of our favorite fussy feathered friend–Mo Willem’s Pigeon!

Join us for stories, songs, and crafts. Siblings welcome.

Model Railroad–Northern VA NTRAK Club: Central All Ages/Families Saturday, June 24, 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

This fun, educational program shares information and model railroading. See an amazing model railroad, meet NVNTRAK Club members, and learn about trains in this interactive display.

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Summer Reading Kick-Off Party: Montclair All Ages/Families Saturday, June 24, 12:00 p.m.

Start your summer by signing up for summer reading and enjoy games, crafts, treats, alpacas, and a baby goat. We look forward to celebrating our community “all together now” with you!

Wonder Wanders Story Time and Hike: Independent Hill All Ages/Families Select Mondays, 10:00 a.m.

June 26 July 3, 10, 17 A certified Master Naturalist and local preschool director will lead preschoolers and their parents in a story time hike on Independent Hill Library’s Story Trail.

Game Club: Bull Run Grades K–5 Select Tuesdays, 4:00 p.m.

June 27, July 25 Love playing games? Join us as we play a different video, board, or card game each month!

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Build-a-Filter Grades 1 and Up Bull Run: Monday, June 26, 10:30 a.m.

Manassas City: Monday, July 17, 10:30 a.m.

Potomac: Friday, July 21, 10:30 a.m.

Discover everything it takes to clean our drinking water as we create an at-home version of our drinking water plant. Students will get an in-depth look at each step of the process we depend on 24 hours-a-day.

To Flush or Not to Flush Grades 1 and Up Chinn Park: Wednesday, June 28, 10:30 a.m.

Central: Friday, June 30, 10:30 a.m.

Dale City: Monday, July 10, 10:30 a.m.

Dumfries: Wednesday, July 12, 10:30 a.m.

Nokesville: Thursday, July 13, 10:30 a.m.

Montclair: Wednesday, July 19, 10:30 a.m.

Haymarket Gainesville: Thursday, July 20, 10:30 a.m.

Play an interactive game to learn what can be safely flushed down the toilet and what should be put in the trash. Our sewer system depends on you!

Seed Sam with Virginia Agriculture All Ages Bull Run: Thursday, July 6, 10:30 a.m.

Haymarket Gainesville: Monday, July 10, 10:30 a.m.

Manassas City: Thursday, July 13, 10:30 a.m.

Central: Wednesday, July 19, 10:30 a.m.

Chinn Park: Monday, July 24, 10:30 a.m.

Potomac: Wednesday, July 26, 10:30 a.m.

Join us as we read a story about determined Jolie, a girl who loves strawberries and wants to grow her own. After our story, we will decorate and plant a “Seed Sam” for you to take home and watch grow.

Reptile Encounter: Montclair All Ages/Families Wednesday, July 12, 10:30 a.m.

Create family memories on an educational adventure to meet and greet snakes, tortoises, bearded dragons, and other incredible reptiles with Bobby G. Pets!

We’ll learn about each animal’s habitat, share fun facts, and provide a hands-on experience with several fascinating animals.

Ident-a-Child All Ages Bull Run: Monday, July 10, 10:30 a.m.

Central: Tuesday, July 11, 10:30 a.m.

Potomac: Monday, July 31, 10:30 a.m.

Dumfries: Tuesday, August 1, 10:30 a.m.

Chinn Park: Wednesday, August 2, 10:30 a.m.

Dale City: Monday, August 7, 10:30 a.m.

Lake Ridge: Tuesday, August 8, 10:30 a.m.

Nokesville: Wednesday, August 9, 10:30 a.m.

Prince William County Sheriff’s Office will produce a plastic ID card with your child’s photo and measurements. This card could be the key to assisting law enforcement agencies if a child ever goes missing.

Producing the card offers children a fun and positive experience interacting with law enforcement officers.

The Sheriff’s Office does not retain the information to protect the family’s privacy.

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Rock & Rhyme with Mr. Jon & Friends Ages 3–6 Chinn Park: Wednesday, July 12, 10:30 a.m.

Potomac: Wednesday, July 12, 2:00 p.m.

Haymarket Gainesville: Thursday, July 13, 10:30 a.m.

Join multiple Parents’ Choice Award winner Mr. Jon for a concert for the whole family. Mr. Jon and his silly friend George the Monkey will entertain you using songs, rhymes, books, and puppets.

Sing Books with Emily Ages 3–6 Potomac: Tuesday, July 18, 10:30 a.m.

Lake Ridge: Tuesday, July 18, 2:00 p.m.

Bull Run: Thursday, July 20, 10:30 a.m.

Nokesville: Thursday, July 20, 2:00 p.m.

Central: Tuesday, July 25, 10:30 a.m.

Dale City: Tuesday, July 25, 2:00 p.m.

Dumfries: Thursday, July 27, 10:30 a.m.

Independent Hill: Thursday, July 27, 2:00 p.m.

Haymarket Gainesville: Friday, July 28, 10:30 a.m.

Sing Books with Emily is a singing story time of songs that have been made into picture books or Sing Along Posters. Emily’s singing is accompanied by sing-along instrumental tracks, one of Emily’s ukuleles, or other silly instruments.

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KIDS and FAMILIES Hawaiiana All Ages Bull Run: Tuesday, August 1, 10:30 a.m.

Central: Thursday, August 3, 10:30 a.m.

Manassas City: Friday, August 4, 10:30 a.m.

Chinn Park: Tuesday, August 8, 10:30 a.m.

Dumfries: Thursday, August 10, 10:30 a.m.

Lake Ridge: Tuesday, August 15, 10:30 a.m.

Haymarket Gainesville: Thursday, August 17 10:30 a.m.

Join Kinikia as she performs traditional and modern Hula (Kahiko and ‘Auana) and other island dances of Polynesia from Tahiti.

*Science Play and Learn–Detective Agency: Bull Run Grades K–5 Tuesday, July 18, 4:30 p.m.

Be a detective for the day! Grab your magnifying glass, flashlight, and houndstooth hat and learn about forensic science as you plaster cast footprints, identify clues, crack codes, and unravel the biggest book heists in library history!

*Storycrafters–Oceans: Bull Run Grades K–5 Tuesday, August 1, 4:30 p.m.

Each month, we’ll create a new craft based on a book. Stories will focus on underrepresented figures in science and history.

Puzzle Swap: Montclair All Ages/Families Monday, August 7, 11:00 a.m.

Gather your unwanted or outgrown puzzles and join us for a community puzzle swap! Bring in your gently used puzzles and trade them for new ones.

*Science Heroes–Saving Earth Together: Chinn Park Ages 3–11 Thursday, August 3, 2:00 p.m.

Two unlikely heroes must work together to save their town (and the planet) from a superpolluting mastermind! Help conduct exciting science experiments that bring this story to life! We’ll explore Newton’s Laws of Motion, air pressure, chemical reactions, and more. Tokens will be handed out a half hour before the show begins until capacity is reached.

*Insect Exhibit: Bull Run All Ages Wednesday, August 9, 2:00 p.m.

Calling all bug enthusiasts and young scientists!

Learn about insects and arachnids as you get up close with special guests, including beetles, grasshoppers, spiders, and multi-legged bugs.

Nokesville Family Field Day: Nokesville

*Fairy Tale Tea Party: Bull Run Grades K–5 Monday, July 24, 2:00 p.m.

Get dressed in your finest frippery and join us for an enchanted tea party. Decorate a fairy door craft and enjoy some whimsical refreshments.

*Reptile Encounter: Bull Run All Ages Wednesday, July 26, 10:30 a.m.

Join us for an educational adventure to meet and greet snakes, tortoises, bearded dragons, and other incredible lizards with Bobby G. Pets!

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All Ages/Families Saturday, August 12, 10:30 a.m.

Join us for outdoor games and activities, including bubbles, sidewalk chalk, and water activities at our first Nokesville Family Field Day!

Summer Reading Wrap Up: Bull Run Grades K–5 Friday, August 18, 2:00 p.m.

How many books did you read this summer?

Share your favorites and join in some collaborative activities as we wind down the summer of "All Together Now."

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Story Times and Ongoing Events

Story Times are more than just books! They’re interactive experiences that engage children with short stories, action rhymes, songs, and fingerplays. Our story times focus on pre-reading skills that all children need to become good readers, and they help parents practice these skills at home. Each story time differs depending on the age group, but all of them help parents foster a love of books and learning in their children.

Baby Story Time

Toddler Story Time

Preschool Story Time

Mondays

Tuesdays

Central: Select Mondays 10:30 a.m.

June 5, July 3, August 7 A lapsit program for babies and their caregivers with books, music, rhymes, and movement.

Bull Run: Select Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m.

Join us for a fun interactive story time with music and rhymes. Siblings welcome!

Manassas City: 11:00 a.m.

June 6, 13, 20, 27 July 11, 18, 25 August 1, 8, 15 Stimulate your toddler’s five senses during this sensory story time. We will be reading a story, singing, dancing, playing with scarves and shakers, and engaging with other toddlers. Afterwards, there will be a 30-minute open play session.

Wednesdays

Ages 6–24 Months

Wednesdays Dale City: 10:30 a.m.

Haymarket Gainesville: 10:30 a.m.

Babies and caregivers: Join us for stories, songs, and playtime.

Registration only.

Thursdays Bull Run: Select Thursdays

10:30 a.m.

Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes, followed by time for play and socialization. Siblings welcome!

Ages 18–36 Months, Siblings Welcome

Ages 3–6

Dale City: 11:30 a.m.

Thursdays Central: 10:30 a.m.

June 29, July 20, August 17 Join us for story time of stories, songs, and more! Siblings welcome.

Potomac: 10:30 a.m.

June 22, 29 July 13, 20, 27 August 3, 10, 17 .

Wednesdays Central: 10:30 a.m.

June 14, 21, 28 July 12, 19, 26 August 2, 9, 16 Join us for 30 minutes of books, music, movement, play, and community. Siblings welcome.

Special Story Times *Spanish Story Time: Bull Run Ages 2–6 with Caregiver Select Mondays, 6:30 p.m.

Enjoy an evening bilingual story time featuring songs, rhymes, puppets, and movement. Siblings welcome!

Starlight Stories: Bull Run Ages 2–6 With Caregiver Select Mondays, 6:30 p.m.

Enjoy an evening story time featuring songs, rhymes, puppets, and movement. Siblings welcome!

Family Story Time: Bull Run Ages 2–6 With Caregiver Select Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.

Join us for stories and songs selected to support the prereading skills every child needs to become a good reader. Siblings welcome!

Family Story Time: Dumfries Ages 18 Months–6 Years Select Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.

June 8, 22 July 6, 20 August 3, 17, 31 Join us for 30 minutes of books, music, movement, play, and community. Siblings welcome.

Good Morning Story Time: Montclair Ages 3–6 with Caregiver Select Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.

June 21, 28 July 5, 26 August 2, 9, 16

STEAM Stories: Potomac Grades K–5 Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.

June 21, 28 July 5, 19 August 2, 9, 16 Read a story together, then do a fun hands-on science activity.

Story Times are weekly unless indicated otherwise.

For any changes in dates and times (such as during holidays), please refer to pwcva.gov/library, the library’s Facebook or Twitter pages, or check with your branch.

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KIDS and FAMILIES Story Times and Ongoing Events Manassas Museum Story Time–All Aboard for Manassas!: Manassas City Ages 18–36 months Thursday, July 6 11:00–11:30 a.m.

Join us at Manassas City Library and hop aboard as we journey through Old Town Manassas with Lucky the Dog during this adventurous story time.

Afterward, we will make a craft related to the story.

Snack Tales: Montclair Ages K–5 Select Saturdays, 11:00 a.m.

July 8, July 29 We will share a delicious story for the main course and finish with a food craft or activity for dessert! Please be aware this program will involve food products.

Pajama Story Time: Haymarket Gainesville

Family Story Time: Central All Ages/Families Select Saturdays, 10:30 a.m.

June 24, July 22, August 19 Story times are more than just books!

They’re interactive experiences that engage children with movement, music, books, and play. Our story times focus on the pre-reading skills that all children need to become confident readers.

Spanish Circle Time/El Circulo de Cuentos en Español: Virtual All Ages Mondays, 11:00 a.m.

June 26 July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 August 7, 14 Virtual Spanish Circle Time/El Circulo de Cuentos en Español features stories and songs in Spanish presented by Ms. Roxana. Please register at pwcva.gov/library. Once registered, you will receive a link on the day of the event.

Bedtime Stories: Montclair Ages 3–6 with Caregiver Select Mondays, 6:00 p.m.

June 26, July 31 Join us as we share songs, stories, and fingerplays. Siblings are welcome.

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Spanish Story Time/El Circulo de Cuentos en Español: Haymarket Gainesville All Ages/Families Select Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m.

June 27, July 25, August 8 Spanish Circle Time/El Circulo de Cuentos en Español features stories and songs in Spanish presented by Ms. Roxana!

Sensory Friendly Story Time: Potomac Ages 2–6 Tuesday, June 27, 10:30 a.m.

Preschool children of all abilities are welcome to an interactive story time emphasizing socialization and sensory engagement. As a small group story time, space is limited, and registration is required.

Summer Reading Story Time: Chinn Park All Ages Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.

June 29 July 6 August 3, 10, 17

Me Gusta Spanish: Central All Ages/Families Select Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.

July 12, August 2 Do you speak Spanish? Interested in learning Spanish? Join Mrs. Narcisa for an energetic and fun story time of stories and songs. ¿hablas español? Interesados en aprender Español? Únase a la Sra. Narcisa para una hora de cuentos enérgica y divertida de historias y canciones.

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July 12, August 9 All Ages/Families Join us in the story time circle for bedtime stories and songs.

Pajamas and stuffed animals are highly recommended.

*Fancy Nancy Tea Party Story Time: Manassas City Ages 4–8 Saturday, July 8, 10:30 a.m.

Get fancy for a Fancy Nancy Tea Party Story Time with dress-up, games, and collations (that’s fancy for snacks). Dress Code: as fancy as you can be, and even better if the parents are fancy too.

*Best Friends Forever Party: Manassas City Grades K–5 Friday, July 28, 2:00 p.m.

Bring your best friend and celebrate friendship with a special story time and a small craft.

Family Story Time: Lake Ridge All Ages Select Saturdays, 10:30 a.m.

June 24, July 22, August 5 Join us for stories, rhymes, songs, and fun activities!

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Music and Motion

Chinn Park All Ages Fridays, 10:30 a.m.

July 14, 28 August 18 Join us for songs, dancing, and lots of movement. Drop in.

Central Ages 3–6 Select Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.

June 22 July 13, 27 August 10 Join us for 30 minutes of books, music, movement, play, and community. Siblings welcome.

Haymarket Gainesville Ages 3–6 Select Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.

June 29, July 27, August 10 Join us for 30 minutes of action-packed singing and dancing. We might even break out the scarves, beanbags, or parachute. Pick up tokens 30 minutes before, space is limited.

Reading to Dogs Practice reading aloud while you make a new friend by reading to a therapy dog at the library. Reading to dogs helps young readers improve their skills in a relaxed, friendly environment. Bring your own book or read one of ours.

PAWS for Reading: Montclair Ages 8–12 Select Wednesdays, 5:00 p.m.

June 7, July 12, August 2 Practice reading with a furry friend from K-9 Caring Angels. Stop by the Youth Services desk at the time of the program to sign up for a time slot.

Reading to Dogs: Independent Hill Grades K–5 Every Other Monday, 4:30 p.m.

June 12, 26 July 10, 24 August 14, 28 Want to make a new K-9 friend?

Want to practice your reading skills? Reading to Dogs helps young readers improve their skills in a relaxed, friendly environment. Bring your own book or read one of ours!

Drop in; register at desk.

Reading to Dogs: Manassas City Grades K–5 Select Saturdays, 10:30 a.m.

June 17, July 15, August 19 Practice reading aloud while you make a new friend by reading to a therapy dog at the library. Reading to dogs helps young readers improve their skills in a relaxed, friendly environment. Bring your own book or read one of ours.

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Reading to Dogs Grades K–5 Select Wednesdays, 5:30 p.m.

June 21, July 26, August 16 Select Saturdays,12:00 p.m.

July 8, August 5 Join us for Reading to Dogs. Practice reading aloud while you make a new friend by reading to a therapy dog.

PAWS: Reading to Dogs: Haymarket Gainesville Grades K–5 Select Saturdays, 10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

June 24, July 8, August 5 Practice reading aloud while you make a new friend by reading to a therapy dog at the library.

Reading to dogs helps young readers improve their skills in a relaxed, friendly environment.

Bring your own book or read one of ours. Drop in; register at the Children’s desk.

Reading to Dogs: Lake Ridge Grades K–5 Select Saturdays, 10:30 a.m.

July 15, August 19 Practice reading aloud to a therapy dog and make a new (sometimes furry) friend or two.

Bring your own book or choose one of ours!

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Crafts and Activities

Craft To-Go Kits–Kids Edition: Haymarket Gainesville Mondays Beginning June 20, All Day Kits include supplies and instructions.

Available while supplies last.

*Take and Make Craft Kits: Chinn Park All Ages Select Tuesdays, All Day June 20, July 18, August 15 Each month, a new craft kit will be available at Chinn Park Library to take home and make. Kits are available while supplies last.

*Child and Me Yoga: Chinn Park Ages 1–5 with Caregiver Thursdays, June 22 and July 27, 10:30 a.m.

Friday, August 11, 10:30 a.m.

Breathing exercises, poses, music, and story time will be used to guide you through a fun time together. Please bring a yoga mat or beach towel.

Seasonal Take and Makes: Lake Ridge All Ages Select Fridays, All Day June 23, July 21, August 18 Drop by Lake Ridge Library each month to see what fun, summer-themed Take and Make kits are available. No registration necessary; available while supplies last.

Seasonal Take and Makes: Dale City All Ages Ongoing Drop by Dale City Library and see what kind of take and make kit we have available each month. First come, first served. We’ll do our best to make enough to go around!

Take and Make Crafts: Nokesville All Ages Ongoing Pick up a Take and Make Kit to complete at home while supplies last.

Puzzling with Purpose: Potomac All Ages/Families First and Fourth Saturdays, 12:30–2:00 p.m.

Come to exchange jigsaw puzzles with other enthusiasts. Also, discuss how to frame puzzles and maybe assemble puzzles.

*Kids Who Care Crafternoon: Manassas City Ages 6–11 Select Mondays, 4:30 p.m.

June 12, July 10, August 14 Craft for a cause! This program combines arts and crafts with community service. Each month, we will do a craft that will be used to benefit a cause in the community.

Educate and Celebrate: Juneteeth Kit Starting June 14 Come by our branch to pick up your Juneteenth Kit to learn about and celebrate Juneteenth. Bracelets and bookmarks available while supplies last!

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Baby Playtime Extravaganza: Potomac Ages 6–24 Months Friday, June 23, 10:30 a.m.

Babies and caregivers are welcome to come to our play hour, where stations of toys and activities are available to participate. Stroller parking is limited, so please plan accordingly! First come, first served until capacity is reached.

*Art Attack!: Haymarket Gainesville All Ages Select Saturdays, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

June 24, July 8, August 5 Celebrate summer with bad art! Join us for a morning of creative fun and silliness as we let our inner artists create art without high expectations. We’ll use everything but the kitchen sink to create artistic “masterpieces.”

Tie-Dye Tote Bags: Potomac All Ages/Families Saturday, June 24, 10:30 a.m.

Create a tie-dye tote bag on Potomac’s back patio! Materials will be provided, but feel free to bring a plain white shirt if you’d prefer. Registration required.

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Afternoon Games with Mathnasium: Central Grades K–5 Monday, June 26, 1:00–2:30 p.m.

Make friends and play some games with Mathnasium. If you love math, you won’t want to miss this one. Afraid of math? It’ll be so fun–you will forget it’s math!

Pokémon Club: Haymarket Gainesville Grades K–12 Mondays, 5:30 p.m.

June 26, July 10, 24, August 7 Join us at Haymarket Gainesville as we bring Pokémon to you!

Pokémon TCG collectors, main console, and Go players are welcome to join, battle, and trade with other Poké fans! Free Pokémon cards to participants while supplies last.

STEAM Discovery Series–The History and Science of Animation: Central Grades 3–5 Tuesday, June 27, 3:00–4:30 p.m.

Learn about the history and science of early animation. Discover how a praxinoscope works. Make a simple thaumatrope and a sticky note flip book. Registration required.

Watercolor Painting Class: Independent Hill Ages 8–12 Wednesday, June 28, 10:00–11:30 a.m.

Join us for a watercolor/paper-cutting project. Children will use a wet-on-wet technique to paint a kaleidoscope of colors onto a large sheet of paper, draw and cut out a paper doll, and outline their paper doll onto the watercolor using a black marker. They will then trade dolls until they have different kids outlines on their paintings.

Sensory Art Program: Haymarket Gainesville Ages 3–6 Select Fridays, 10:30 a.m.

June 30, July 21, August 11 The Sensory Art Program is designed for individuals with disabilities. Each class will feature an art activity with a sensory component. We will explore the senses of sight, touch, smell, sound, and movement as we create. Registration required.

Firework Scavenger Hunt: Lake Ridge All Ages July 3–15 Visit Lake Ridge Library to search for all the decorative fireworks hidden high and low, then walk away with something fun!

Sidewalk Chalk Day: Central All Ages/Families Friday, July 7, 10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Come and pot your own plant to keep with the Centennial Garden Club! After that, decorate our sidewalk. Flowers will be provided while supplies last.

Parent/Caregiver Meetup and Playgroup: Haymarket Gainesville All Ages/Families Select Fridays, 11:00 a.m.

July 7, August 4 Parents and caregivers and their children are invited to hang out in the Story Time Circle. This playgroup is a great opportunity to meet other parents and give your child the opportunity to socialize, play, and do activities with other children. We will provide toys, puzzles, and activities.

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Rock Painting: Potomac All Ages/Families Tuesday, July 11, 2:00 p.m.

Join us for a fun time painting rocks! You can take your rock home or add it to our rock garden.

Sensory Art: Chinn Park Ages 3–6 Thursday, July 13, 10:30 a.m.

In this sensory art class, children will engage multiple senses as they create their art project. Any combination of sight, touch, smell, or sound may accompany the opportunity for artistic expression. This class is designed for children of all abilities.

Register in person, online, or by phone beginning June 29.

*Noah’s Ark Animal Workshop: Chinn Park All Ages Saturday, July 22, All Day Pick up a sloth at Chinn Park to take home and stuff, name, and love in this popular no-sew project. Register in person, online, or by phone beginning July 8.

Joyful Dance Program: Central All Ages/Families Wednesday, July 26, 10:30 a.m.

Join us for a special dance and story time program from Joyful Dance!

Board Game Hour: Lake Ridge All Ages Wednesday, July 26, 2:00 p.m.

Carve out time to play a board game at the library. Games will be designed for all ages – there will be something for the whole family. No registration required; available while supplies last.

STEAM Discovery Series–3D Art Pens: Central Grades 3–5 Tuesday, July 25, 3:00–5:00 p.m.

Learn basic 3D pen skills and create a project to take home.

Registration required.

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*Funded by The Friends of the Library Halloween in July Story Trail: Haymarket Gainesville All Ages Thursday, July 27, 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

Read “Creepy Carrots” by Aaron Reynolds while you walk. Wear your costumes! There will be a treat at the end.

Electric Circuit Constellation: Potomac Ages 8–12 Thursday, August 3, 2:00 p.m.

Learn electrical engineering skills to make a light-up constellation using circuitry and LED lights. First come, first served until capacity is reached.

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LEGO LEGO CLUBS CL UBS ®

Calling all LEGO fans! Bring your imagination and build with LEGOs. All materials must stay at the library, so bring your camera to capture your creations.

Dale City Ages 6 and Up First Saturdays 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

June 3, July 1, August 5

Bull Run Bubble-Palooza: Potomac All Ages/Families Monday, August 7, 10:30 a.m.

It’s a festival of bubbles! Explore varieties and sizes of bubbles on our back patio.

STEAM Discovery Series: Keva Planks–Design. Build.

Demonstrate: Central

Grades K–5 Select Tuesdays, 4:00 p.m.

July 11, August 8

Haymarket Gainesville Ages 5 and Up Select Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m.

June 20, July 18, August 1, 15

Montclair Grades K–5 Select Saturdays, 2:00 p.m.

July 1, August 12

Manassas City Ages 3 and Up Select Fridays, 2:00 p.m.

June 9, July 14

Lake Ridge Ages 5 and Up Wednesday, June 28 2:00 p.m.

Ages 8–12 Tuesday, August 15, 3:00–4:30 p.m.

Learn basic engineering concepts using Keva Planks.

Registration required.

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Grades 6–12 unless stated otherwise

Babysitting Basics with the American Red Cross Ages 11 and Up Kings Park Library (Fairfax County Public Library): Saturday, July 8, 10:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Chinn Park Library: Saturday, July 15, 10:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Babysitting Basics from the American Red Cross is designed for new babysitters ages 11 and up and delivers information concisely and interactively. It's the perfect way for young people to learn about all the responsibilities of the job. Lunch will be provided.

Cosponsored by Fairfax County Public Library. Register each person attending this course.

Dungeons & Dragons for Teens: Virtual Grades 9–12 Session 1: First Thursdays June 1, July 6, August 3 Session II: Fourth Thursdays June 22, July 27, August 24 Grab your sword, your spell components, and your bag of holding to play Dungeons & Dragons with us!

Whether you’re new to the game or a hardened veteran, join our virtual campaign over Webex!

Intro to Coding: Manassas City Grades 6–12 Select Wednesdays, 2:00 p.m.

June 7, 14, 21 Calling aspiring computer scientists!

Have you ever wanted to program a robot but didn’t know where to start?

Or want to learn some coding? Come to the library to learn block coding, Scratch, and more! Robots will be provided. Registration required.

Teens Create: Bull Run Ages 13–18 Select Wednesdays, 5:00 p.m.

June 14 July 12, 1 August 9 Join us for an evening of creativity with a take-home project, ranging from tie-dye bucket hats to succulents! Supplies are provided.

*Creative Arts Contest: Chinn Park Grades 6–12 June 20–September 17 Submit poetry, short stories, or art in any medium. There will be prizes in each category for middle and high school students, including a grand prize winner! Visit pwcva.gov/library for competition rules. Prizes will be awarded at the Creative Arts Showcase on Saturday, October 21, at Chinn Park Library.

Summer Scares–Get Ready to Shiver: Haymarket Gainesville and Montclair Ages 8–18 (Two categories: Middle Grades ages 8–11, Teen ages 12–18) June 20–August 10 Do you love horror books? Read three horror or scary books recommended by the Horrors Writing Association for your age group or your own choice, then submit a review in a creepy writing style.

Reviews should be submitted by August 10 to be entered into a drawing to win some gory goodies.

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Tween Gardening Lunch Bunch: Haymarket Gainesville Grades 5–8 Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m.

June 21, 28 July 5, 12, 19, 26 Help with our library garden while learning and talking about gardening. Afterward, we will eat lunch in the garden, weather permitting. Please bring your lunch. Registration required for each week.

Open Chess: Haymarket Gainesville Ages 11 and Up Select Wednesdays, 4:00–6:00 p.m.

June 21, July 19, August 16 Select Thursdays, 2:00–4:00 p.m.

July 6, August 3 Enjoy a game with friends, meet others to play, or ask an experienced player for help getting started. All skill levels are welcome.

Dungeons & Dragons for Teens: Montclair Grades 6–12 Group A: Wednesdays, 4:00 p.m.

June 21, July 19, Aug 16 Group B: Tuesdays, 4:00 p.m.

June 6, July 11, August 8 We’ll be playing an ongoing adventure using 5th Edition Dungeons & Dragons. Your Dungeon Master will explain the rules, guide you through character creation, and then unleash you upon the Forgotten Realms to find your fortune or meet your fate. Dice, pencils, and character sheets will be provided; all you’ll need to bring is your imagination. Registration required. Please register for only Group A or Group B.

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YOUNG ADULTS Teen Topics: Bull Run Ages 13–18 Select Wednesdays, 5:00 p.m.

June 28, August 16 Make an impact by learning about a new topic each month, ranging from résumés to poetry to financial literacy! If you have an idea for a topic, bring it up, and maybe it’ll be next month’s “Teen Topic!”

*Laser Tag: Manassas City Grades 9–12 Thursday, June 29, 5:30 p.m.

After the library closes, you get the place to yourself to play laser tag! Parents will need to fill out a permission form before the teen’s entry into the program. Registration required.

*Laser Tag: Chinn Park Grades 6–12 Friday, June 30, 5:30–7:00 p.m.

After the library closes, you get the place to yourself to play laser tag! Registration required. Visit our Online Events Calendar to register beginning June 16. Parents will need to fill out a permission form before the teen’s entry into the program.

Art Lab: Montclair

Teen Bunny Cuddle Grades 6–12 Haymarket Gainesville: Thursday, June 22, 2:00 p.m.

Chinn Park: Wednesday, July 26, 2:00 p.m.

Potomac: Wednesday, August 9, 2:00 p.m.

Teens are invited to spend some relaxing time with furry friends from My Pet Alpaca.

Teen Take and Make–Stipple Painting: Lake Ridge Grades 6–12 Friday, June 23, All Day Try your hand at stipple painting! This unique and fun technique allows you to create your own artwork by creatively placing many colorful dots to form one cohesive design.

Registration required.

Tabletop Teaser: Honey Heist–Renaissance Fair Fanfare: Chinn Park Grades 6–8 Friday, June 23, 2:30–4:45 p.m.

Get excited about the upcoming Renaissance Fair and play a fun tabletop role-playing game. All necessary materials will be provided, just bring your creativity. Registration required.

Play All Together Now with Aspen Black Grades 6–12 Montclair: Monday, June 26, 11:00 a.m.

Chinn Park: Monday, June 26, 2:00 p.m.

Potomac: Tuesday, June 27, 2:30 p.m.

Haymarket Gainesville: Tuesday, June 27, 6:30 p.m.

Learn to play songs about kindness, friendship, and togetherness on the ukulele! Discover the history of the ukulele and interesting information about each song. Registration required.

Teen Eats–Candy Sculpting: Chinn Park Grades 6–12 Tuesday, June 27, 4:00 p.m.

Let’s make mini candy sculptures! Make one of our designs or create your own edible candy art. Candy and sculpting tools will be provided. Register in person, online, or by phone beginning June 13.

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Grades 6–12 Select Fridays, 2:30 p.m.

June 30, July 21 Design and create your own craft. Supplies will be provided. Registration required.

Perfect Match: Chinn Park, Haymarket Gainesville, Montclair Grades 6–12 July 1–15 Don’t judge a book by its cover! This July, see if love is truly blind and choose your book date by its genre and opening line.

Each wrapped book has a book review form inside. After reading the book, complete the form and turn it in by August 1 to enter to win a $25 gift card.

Trivia Time–From the Book or the Movie?: Lake Ridge Grades 6 and Up July 1–31 Stop by Lake Ridge all month to showcase your literary and cinematic knowledge!

Spin the trivia wheel and tell us if a particular event happened in a book or a movie.

Maker Mondays: Haymarket Gainesville Ages 12–18 Select Mondays, 5:30–7:00 p.m.

July 3, 17, August 7 Drop into the teen area for the week’s maker project. Supplies will be set up for you to gather, socialize, and create while supplies last.

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Grades 6–12 unless stated otherwise

Suncatchers: Potomac Grades 6–12 Friday, July 7, 10:30 a.m.

Enjoy music and snacks while you paint a suncatcher for you to take home. Registration required.

Teen Trivia–Barbie: Chinn Park Grades 6–12 Tuesday, July 11, 2:00 p.m.

Can’t wait for the Barbie movie to come out? Are you obsessed with life in the Dreamhouse? Join us for Barbie trivia and put your knowledge to the test.

*3D Printing Model Design: Manassas City Grades 6–12 Select Tuesdays, 3:00 p.m.

July 11, 18, 25 In this three-week course, learn about various 3D printing models, 3D designs, and how to bring your designs to life at the library. Registration required.

Sandcastle Challenge: Haymarket Gainesville Ages 12–18 Tuesday, July 11, 4:00–5:30 p.m.

Take on our indoor sandcastle challenge this summer. We’ll supply the sand and the tools, and you supply the creativity. Work individually or as a team. Winner(s) will win a prize! Space is limited.

Registration required.

*Super Smash Bros Tournament: Montclair Grades 6–12 Monday, July 17, 4:30 p.m.

Think you’re the best of the best in competitive gaming? Gather with other players to test your skills and see who emerges victorious! This program is made possible with support and funding from the Friends of Montclair Library.

Crochet for Teens: Potomac Grades 6–12 Thursday, July 20, 2:00 p.m.

Learn some basic crochet skills while you make a scrunchie or bookmark! All materials are provided, but feel free to bring your own if you would like. All skill levels are welcome.

Making Comics With Laura Lee: Chinn Park Grades 6–12 Friday, July 21, 2:00–3:45 p.m.

Local Eisner Award-nominated YA graphic novelist Laura Lee Gulledge shares her passion for making comics and how creativity supports wellness. She demonstrates her artistic process by leading participants in co-creating a comic from scratch, LIVE DRAWING it on the spot from start to finish!

Participants will then receive handouts to create a mini-comic. #artnerlove, whoislauralee.com.

Teen Eats–Cooking Class: Chinn Park Grades 6–12 Friday, July 28, 2:00–4:00 p.m.

Learn how to make Dessert Tortilla Wraps. We’ll show you how to combine tortillas, fresh fruit, and marshmallow fluff into a delicious snack. Register in person, by telephone, or online beginning July 14.

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*Game On: Chinn Park Grades 6–12 Tuesday, August 1, 2:00–4:00 p.m.

Challenge other teens in a variety of board games and video games. Try one of our games or bring your own. Drop in.

Still Life and Snuggle: Central Grades 6–12 Saturday, August 5, 1:00 p.m.

Do you love drawing or painting? Love dogs? Get some practice with a live model Newfoundland dog. Supplies will be provided, or you may bring your own.

Registration required.

Still Life With Snacks: Haymarket Gainesville Ages 12–18 Tuesday, August 8, 5:30 p.m.

Calling young artists who love to eat snacks while they work. We will be drawing a still life made of snacks and eating the snacks. Registration required.

Teen Eats–Cupcake Decorating: Chinn Park Grades 6–12 Wednesday, August 9, 2:00 p.m.

Decorate a cupcake using inspiration from a book, book series, or book genre.

One winner will be chosen. Everyone will get to eat their creations. Cupcakes and decorating supplies provided. Register in person, online, or by phone beginning July 26.

Ice Cream for Dinner–A Tasting Challenge: Haymarket Gainesville Ages 12–18 Monday, August 14, 5:30 p.m.

Embrace the last days of summer break by enjoying some ice cream for dinner. Test your flavor palate by trying to guess blind tastings and rate your favorites. We want to see how refined your taste buds really are!

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Teen Advisory Groups Teen Advisory Group: Bull Run Ages 13–18 Select Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m.

June 21, July 5, August 2 Get involved at Bull Run by joining our Teen Advisory Group.

Share your ideas for library programs, volunteer opportunities, and services you’d like to see offered. It’s a fun way to get involved in library programming and services while gaining volunteer hours.

Teen Action Group: Manassas City Grades 6–12 Second Tuesdays, 4:30 p.m.

June 13, July 11, August 15 Do you need to earn community service hours? Come to the library to make a difference in the community. Help with crafts and projects. This is an opportunity to be creative and make friends from around the area!

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*Crafternoon: D&D Edition: Chinn Park Young Adults/Adults Saturday, June 3, 10:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

Join us to create crafts inspired by Dungeons & Dragons. Call 703-792-4800 or email sparker2@pwcgov.org for more information. Registration required.

*The Quest for Uncle Edgar’s Treasure–Escape Room Challenge: Chinn Park Young Adults/Adults July 24–29 Your rich eccentric Uncle Edgar Cornelius von Swizzle left you his entire fortune in his will. In life, the old man had an adventurous spirit, and he has written his will so that his adventures continue beyond the grave. You must solve his final and most devious puzzle to inherit the treasure. Registration required.

Navigating FAFSA: Montclair Escape from the QZ–The Last of Us Inspired Escape Room: Montclair Young Adults/Adults Friday, August 4, 11:00 a.m.

Saturday, August 5, 11:00 a.m.

Work alongside your fellow deserters to decipher clues and crack codes in a desperate attempt to escape from the quarantine zone. With raiders on one side and infected on the other, you better work fast if you hope to get out before it's too late. Registration required.

Tabletop Teasers–Honey Heist: Chinn Park Grades 9 and Up Saturday, June 3, 2:00–4:00 p.m.

Celebrate International Tabletop Games Day! Join us in a tabletop role-playing game. We will be playing Honey Heist published by Rowan, Rook & Deckard. Learn what it’s like to be a bear. Learn what it’s like to be a hardened criminal. Attempt to steal honey. Dice and character sheets will be provided. Bring your creativity.

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Young Adults/Adults Friday, July 14, 2:00 p.m.

Thursday, August 3, 3:00 p.m.

Talk with local experts for one-onone assistance with your FAFSA form. Presented in partnership with Northern Virginia Community College.

Chinn Park Quilting: Chinn Park Ages 12 and Up Saturday, June 10, 11:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Cabin Branch Quilters and Chinn Park Library offer quilting lessons for those who want to learn the Art of Quilting.

Individuals must have general sewing knowledge and be at least 12 years of age (with parent accompaniment).

Registration required.

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*Hooray, Crochet! LGBT-Rex and Friends: Bull Run Tuesday, June 20, 6:00 p.m.

Test your stripes and practice the skills of amigurumi. We'll start a colorful dinosaur project for you to take home and finish wherever your rainbow takes you.

Registration required.

*Over the Rainbow Macrame Drop-in Program: Bull Run Young Adults/Adults Saturday, June 17, 11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Learn simple knots for a quick, adorable result. Drop into the Makerspace between 11:00 and 4:00 to get some help making your first macrame rainbow of the season while supplies last. Registration required.

*Bull Run Summer Pop-Up Art Gallery: Bull Run Young Adults/Adults Select Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m.

Join our art evenings and learn how to make your art piece ready to hang. Registration required.

Tuesday, June 13: All Together Now Art Night Portrait Gallery Tuesday, July 11: Making Marks Art Night Contemporary Art Gallery Tuesday, August 8: Sunflower Art Night – Botanicals Gallery

*Barn Quilt Block Painting: Bull Run Young Adults/Adults Thursday, August 3, 1:00 p.m.

Spend an afternoon with a paintbrush, wood block, ruler, and friends. These classic geometric shapes are the perfect no-sew quilting for the garden bed shed. Registration required.

*Tiles with Tess: Bull Run Young Adults/Adults Tuesday, June 27, 6:00 p.m.

We have a craftswoman to answer your questions and demonstrate how she makes her stunning designs. Then, you can make a tile coaster to take home. Registration required.

*Lace Making History and Demo Day: Bull Run Young Adults/Adults Saturday, June 10, 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

Learn more about the history of this iconic decorative craft and the craftspeople who are keeping this knowledge alive.

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*Block-of-the-Month Quilting Bee: Bull Run Young Adults/Adults First Saturdays, 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

Saturday, June 3: Summer Pinwheels Saturday, July 1: All-Star July Saturday, August 5: Log Cabin Dreaming We have had so much interest in quilting here at the HIVE that we are starting a blockof-the-month club. Registration required.

Yarn On: Bull Run Young Adults/Adults Select Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m.

June 20, July 18, August 15 Join other fiber enthusiasts as we unravel a few balls of yarn and start a project.

Watch for our monthly project challenge for the more experienced. Registration requested.

*Season's Wreathings All Stars: Bull Run Young Adults/Adults Thursday, June 22, 1:00–3:00 p.m.

All the stars will be out for this Season's Wreathings! Get all the pointers on papercrafting a star-studded wreath. Registration required.

*Sewing 101: Bull Run Young Adults/Adults Thursday, July 6, 1:00–3:00 p.m.

Sign up for this absolute beginners sewing class, and you'll know your zipper foot from your feed dogs in no time! We have all the machines and materials you'll need for this class. Registration required.

*Sewing With Ease–Cloth Boxes: Bull Run Saturday, June 24, 12:00–2:00 p.m. and 2:00–4:00 p.m.

Sign up for one of our cloth box project timeslots and learn to make beautiful custom containers for your space. You can use our materials or bring your own. We'll have a tutor available to help guide you. Basic machine sewing skills and registration are required.

*Sewing With Ease–Let's Get Zipped!: Bull Run Young Adults/Adults Saturday, July 15, 12:00–2:00 p.m. and 2:00–4:00 p.m.

Learn to add a zipper to your projects. We'll have a tutor available to help guide you through this project. Basic machine sewing skills and registration are required.

*Cricut 101–Corker Crafting: Bull Run Young Adults/Adults Tuesday, July 25, 6:00 p.m.

Learn how to use the Cricut machine to monogram wine glasses for your special occasion this summer and go home with an absolutely corker ornament!

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Summer 2023

MAKERSPACES *Loom Knit a Phone Case: Central

*Frida Kahlo Selfies: Central

Young Adults/Adults Saturday, June 17, 11:00 a.m.

Use a simple round loom (no needles!) to knit a clever, chunky yarn cover for your cell phone. No experience necessary.

Registration required.

Grades 6–12 Saturday, July 8, 1:00–3:00 p.m.

Long before the selfie, we had self-portraits.

Create your own inspired by Frida Kahlo.

Mirrors, canvas, and paint are provided.

Registration required.

*Introduction to 3D Printing: Central

*Rock a Dot Painting: Central

Adults Wednesday, June 28, 5:30 p.m.

Saturday, July 15, 11:00 a.m.

Have you always wondered about 3D printing? Join us for an introduction to 3D printers and slicing software. Learn the basics of loading an .STL file, basic settings, and troubleshooting.

Adults Wednesday, August 9, 5:30 p.m.

Inspired by an Aboriginal Art technique, use small tools to create painted flowers, mandalas, or your own inspiration in colored dots on a smooth, round stone. The finished design makes a great paperweight or garden decoration. Registration required.

*Mayku Gem Soaps: Central Adults Thursday, July 13, 2:00 p.m.

Enjoy creating your unique soap by blending fragrance and additives with a melt-and-pour base for a luxurious, takehome treat. See our Mayku Form Box in action! Registration required.

Summer 2023

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*Rock a Dot Painting for Teens: Central Grades 6–12 Thursday, August 17, 2:00 p.m.

Inspired by an Aboriginal Art technique, use small tools to create painted flowers, mandalas, or your own inspiration in colored dots on a smooth, round stone. The finished design makes a great paperweight or garden decoration. Registration required.

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BOOK CLUBS

*Funded by The Friends of the Library

Book clubs are free and open to everyone. Meet new people, read outside the box, and improve your critical reading skills through lively discussion. Adults unless stated otherwise.

For the latest book club titles, visit pwcva.gov/bookclubs. Titles will be posted one month in advance.

Books on Tap Miller’s Thrillers: Bull Run First Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m.

Do you like suspenseful plot-driven novels full of twists, turns, and dark, engrossing details? Join our newest group devoted entirely to pageturning tension. No registration required.

Wednesday, June 7: “The Overnight Guest” by Heather Gudenkauf Wednesday, July 5: “We are All the Same in the Dark” by Julie Heaberlin Wednesday, August 2: “Rock Paper Scissors” by Alice Feeney

Never Too Old Book Club: Virtual First Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m.

June 7, July 5, August 2 Looking for an excuse to hash out whether Percy Jackson or Harry Potter would win in a fight? Or maybe whether Katniss and Liesel would be friends? Welcome to a safe place for adults to explore some old favorites and find some new books and new friends along the way! Join us online for this book club that proves you’re never too old for any book.

*Chinn Park Chats: Chinn Park Adults Second Thursday, 1:00 p.m.

June 8, July 13, August 10 We read an eclectic mix of fiction and nonfiction, including best sellers, literary fiction, award winners, classics, and multicultural works. If you are interested in joining this book group, contact bmiller@pwcgov.org.

African American Book Group: Potomac Saturday, June 10, 1:00 p.m.

This book club is dedicated to reading books by and about the African American experience.

Once Upon a Crime: Montclair Adults Third Mondays, 2:00 p.m.

June 12, July 17, August 21 Attention all sleuths! Join us for a mystery book discussion. There will be a bit of mystery, murder, and mayhem. For selections, visit the Online Events Calendar at pwcva.gov/library.

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@ Great Mane Brewery Select Thursdays, 7:00 p.m.

June 1, July 13, August 3 Books and beer pair perfectly in this beer book club hosted

by Great Mane Brewery and Prince William Public Libraries.

If you like to read and discuss books, especially over a cold pint of beer with friends, this club for you. For more information, contact jhines2@pwcgov.org or visit the brewery Facebook events page.

@ Badwolf Brewing Company Second Thursdays June 8, July 13, August 10 Join us for fun discussions and wonderful brews at BadWolf Brewing Company! Each book will be available at BadWolf Brewing Company or at our library! BadWolf Brewing Company’s address: 9776 Center St., Manassas, VA 20110. Contact hmiller@pwcgov.org for more information.

@ Brew Republic Bierwerks and Virtual Second Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m.

June 13, July 11, August 8 Books on Tap meets at Brew Republic Bierwerks, 15201 Potomac Town Place, Woodbridge, VA., and virtually via WebEx. Email jrader@pwcgov.org or call 703-792-8330 for Webex invitation if attending virtually.

Stranger than Fiction–True Crime Tales: Virtual Second Mondays, 7:00 p.m.

June 12, July 10, August 14 If you like true crime, then this virtual club is for you. We will read books, listen to podcasts, invite speakers, and watch documentaries. For more information, contact MOrtale@pwcgov.org or visit pwcva.gov/library.

Bull Run BookTalkers: Bull Run and Virtual Second Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m.

June 13, July 11, August 8 This hybrid book group meets in person and on Webex to discuss titles from popular literature.

Hooked on Comics Book Club: Virtual Third Thursdays, 7:00 p.m.

June 15, July 20, August 17 Join us for our graphic novel discussion group.

Club selections will span a variety of genres and will primarily focus on titles written for adults.

For selections, visit the Online Events Calendar at pwcva.gov/library.

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@ Ornery Beer Company First Sundays, 6:00 p.m.

June 4, July 2, August 6 Books and beer pair perfectly in this beer book club hosted by Ornery Beer Company and Prince William Public Libraries. If you like to read and discuss books, especially over a cold pint of beer with friends, this club for you. For more information, contact jhines2@pwcgov.org or visit the brewery Facebook page.

@ Tucked Away Brewing Company Thursdays, 7:00 p.m.

June 22, July 20, August 24 Join us as we enjoy delicious craft beer and discuss contemporary and classic fiction titles. For more information, please contact jhendrix@pwcgov.org or visit the Brewery’s Facebook events page.

@ Sinistral Brewing Company Third Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m.

June 21, July 19, August 16 Join us at Sinistral Brewing Co. in Manassas for books and brews!

Sinistral Brewing Company is located at 9419 Main St., Manassas, VA 20110. For more information, please contact Manassas City Library at LibManassasCity@pwcgov.org or visit the brewery’s Facebook event page.

Discussion Groups Podcast Discussion Group: Chinn Park Adults Last Thursdays, 7:00 p.m.

June 29, August 31 Join us as we discuss fiction and nonfiction podcasts. Listener discretion is advised; these podcasts are not suitable for children. For more information, call 703-792-4836 or email sparker2@pwcgov.org. Registration required.

Kanopy Movie Club: Virtual First Wednesdays, 6:00 p.m.

June 7, July 5, August 2 Join movie lovers for an in-depth discussion of films ranging from the latest cutting-edge titles to classic Hollywood. Watch the selected movie on Kanopy in the Digital Library, then log into Webex for the virtual discussion.

Registration required.

Summer 2023

*Funded by The Friends of the Library

BOOK CLUBS

Third Thursday Thrillers: Virtual

Brit Lit Book Club: Potomac

Third Thursdays, 7:00 p.m.

June 15, July 20, August 17 Third Thursday Thrillers is a book club where attendees read a selected mystery that is generally the first in a mystery series.

Occasionally, a stand-alone mystery will be read. Over the years, the Third Thursday Thrillers have had authors attend and discuss their books. For more information, contact Tiffany Wiens at twiens@pwcgov.org.

Last Mondays, 1:00–2:30 p.m.

June 26, July 31, August 28 It’s all about location! We will read a variety of genres, but the setting will be in the British Isles. New members are always welcome.

*Science Fiction Book Discussion Group: Central Third Saturdays, 2:00–4:00 p.m.

June 17, July 15, August 19 The Science Fiction discussion group meets to share impressions of a classic or new speculative fiction title. As the titles vary, so do the discussions. Join us to debate whether the science would fly or if the editor took a nap.

Historical (Fiction) Book Discussion: Potomac Third Wednesdays, 1:00 p.m.

June 21, July 19, August 16 Historical (Fiction) book discussion group reads mainly historical fiction with the occasional historical nonfiction book.

Books Alive: Potomac and Virtual Select Mondays, 6:00 p.m.

June 26, August 28 Books Alive goes hybrid! Join us in-person at Potomac Library or via Webex to discuss and compare a book and its movie. For details, contact Maggie Dobrev at mdobrev@ pwcgov.org.

*NOVA Novels: Chinn Park Last Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m.

June 27, July 25, August 29 This book group reads and discusses a variety of current and contemporary best sellers. If you are interested in joining this book group, contact sparker2@pwcgov.org.

The Horror Fiction Book Club: Virtual

Third Wednesdays, 1:00 p.m.

June 21, July 19, August 16 The Central Reads book discussion group meets to discuss titles selected from contemporary and historical fiction. Occasionally, a nonfiction work will be selected.

Last Mondays, 7:00 p.m.

June 26, July 31, August 28 This virtual book club focuses on horror in literature, both modern and classic. Those brave enough can join us from home via Webex. Registration is encouraged but not required. For more information, contact mmccleland@ pwcgov.org or visit pwcva.gov/library.

Random Reads: Bull Run

Sips and Stories: Montclair

Select Mondays, 1:00 p.m.

June 26, July 24, August 21 This in-person group reads titles from popular literature. Bring your lunch and join us!

Select Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m.

June 27, July 25 Join a new type of book club! No assigned reading or in-depth analysis of the text is required. Spend the first half sipping something tasty and reading your chosen book. During the second half, share what you’ve read in an informal setting. Don’t feel up to chatting? Feel free to leave at your leisure–no pressure here!

*Central Reads Book Club: Central

Literacy Volunteers of America Prince William County

All Together Now–Manassas City Book Club: Manassas City

Tutor Training

Saturday, July 29, 1:30 p.m.

What makes Manassas City unique and special? Share your thoughts on how “A Forever Family” has inspired you to connect with your neighborhood and the city. Learn from local leaders and helpers about ways to come together to build community.

Friends of the Library Book Sale: Chinn Park

Call 703-670-5702 for more details on becoming a tutor, the next tutor training workshops, and how to register. pwcva.gov/department/library/tutoring

Summer 2023

All Ages Wednesday, July 19, 5:00–7:00 p.m.: Member Pre-Sale Thursday, July 20, 10:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.: Public Sale Friday, July 21, 10:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.: Public Sale Saturday, July 22, 10:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m.: Book by the Bag Sale

Friends of Montclair Library Book Sale Thursday, June 1, 5:00–7:00 p.m.: Members-Only Preview Book Sale Friday–Saturday, June 2–3, 10:00 a.m–5:00 p.m.: Summer Book Sale

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ADULTS

Special and Ongoing Events

*Funded by The Friends of the Library

1-1 Resume Reviews Potomac: Thursday, June 1, 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

Montclair: Thursday, June 22 and Thursday, July 27 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

Dumfries: Tuesday, July 25, 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

Receive tips and feedback from a recruiter whose staffing firm has placed thousands of people into jobs throughout the area.

Leave with fresh ideas to make your resume compelling and concise. Registration required. Reviews are limited to 20 minutes in duration. Time allotment is subject to change, depending on volume.

Library Window: Haymarket Gainesville June 1–August 31 We want to hear from you! We’ll post a different question on our Library Window each month, and we want you to respond. At the end of the quarter, all entries will be placed in a drawing for a prize. Be sure to check the Library Window for each month’s question.

DMV Connect: Potomac Friday, June 2, 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Get the services of DMV Connect at the convenience of your library. You can get a REAL ID, renew your license, register your vehicle, obtain vehicle titles, and more with a quick visit.

Registration required.

Community Services Fair: Potomac Tuesday, June 6, 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

Learn how Prince William Public Libraries, Prince William County Government, and local nonprofit organizations can provide support and information about public assistance programs and services.

Writer’s Corner

Inova Information Session

Memoir Mondays: Bull Run Fourth Mondays, 1:00 p.m.

June 26, July 24 Memoirs are moments in a person's life. Learn why people write memoirs and how to get started on your own. You may want to preserve your personal history, illuminate the past, or pass on life lessons that you have learned.

Writers’ Room: Montclair Second Wednesdays, 6:00 p.m., June 14, July 12, August 9 Join a monthly forum and share your work with fellow writers. Receive and contribute constructive criticism. Try writing with fun prompts and in new genres and styles.

Writing Fan Fiction: Chinn Park and Virtual Third Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m.

June 20, July 18, August 15 Discuss how to develop storylines, create characters that you can insert into the universe, or get feedback on your work. This is a hybrid program, so you have the option of either coming in person or virtually. For information on how to join this discussion, call 703-792-4800 or email Sarah Parker at sparker2@pwcgov.org. Registration recommended.

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Bull Run: Tuesday, June 13, 11:30 a.m.

Central: Wednesday, June 21, 11:30 a.m.

Chinn Park: Monday, June 26, 10:30 a.m.

This program provides an in-depth discussion about the Inova Cares Clinic for Families and how we can be a valuable resource in the community. Inova Cares promotes population health and benefits families that need primary care services but do not have the means to afford health care.

LinkedIn Learning and Dinner: Potomac Tuesday, June 13, 6:00–7:30 p.m.

Join us for a 90-minute workshop on how LinkedIn Learning, a free Digital Library resource, can help you professionally. Dinner will be provided. This program is sponsored by a ChangeX Grant, which supports remote workers. Registration required.

Native Plants (Tree, Shrubs, and Others) for the Suburban Landscape with Master Gardeners Potomac: Saturday, June 17, 11:00 a.m.

Montclair: July 31, 11:00 a.m.

Master Gardener Lyn Kennedy will speak about hardiness zones, soil composition, turf vs. trees, pruning, dos and don’ts in plant care and management, garden structure, native species, resources, and available Virginia Cooperative Extension programs.

Virginia Cooperative Extension is a partnership of Virginia Tech, Virginia State University, the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and local governments. Its programs and employment are open to all, regardless of age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, genetic information, military status, or any other basis protected by law.

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Summer 2023

*Funded by The Friends of the Library

ADULTS

Special and Ongoing Events Financial Glee Series

Central: Rescue Your Retirement– Wednesday, June 28, 6:00 p.m.

Is your IRA or defined contribution plan (401k, TSP, 403b, 457) underperforming?

Learn safer options for building retirement savings with more predictable growth, guaranteed lifetime income, taxD free income, and more.

LE L Potomac: Legacy Protection– CE Wednesday, July 19, 6:00 p.m. AN C Leaving a legacy to be proud of requires planning, preparation, and commitment, and it is easier and more affordable than ever. Learn to remove guesswork, avoid ED probate, protect assets, and more.

LL E Haymarket Gainesville: Inherited IRA C N Riddle–Thursday, August 10, 3:00 p.m.

CA New laws eliminate features and impose limits on inherited IRAs, a popular legacy strategy, to hasten the payment of taxes.

Learn about the changes, strategies for beneficiaries, pre-inheritance options to increase benefits for loved ones, and more.

American History Scavenger Hunt: Haymarket Gainesville July 1–31 Find American history hidden on our shelves!

Preschool Fair

Tired of Traffic? Alternatives to Gridlock: Potomac

Bull Run: Saturday, July 8, 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

Chinn Park: Saturday, July 29, 1:00–3:00 p.m.

Join us for a meet and greet with local preschool and early childhood education administrators. Explore school calendars and educational resources and learn about the options available to you and your little ones this year.

Thursday, June 22, 2:00 p.m.

Traffic is a hassle we’re all too familiar with. But there are options! Join Addison Del Mastro in a discussion on what can be done to alleviate traffic jams in our area even as it continues to grow.

LinkedIn Learning and Dinner–Making Your Mark Online in the Job Market: Potomac

Montclair Library Summer Garden Club: Montclair All Ages Fourth Fridays, 10:30 a.m.

June 23, July 28, August 25 Calling gardeners of all ages and skill levels. Join us to see and learn about what’s growing in the library garden. Help maintain native plants and promote pollination. No experience required. Registration required.

Seals on Wheels Potomac: Saturday, June 24, 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

Dale City: Saturday, July 22, 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

Haymarket Gainesville: Saturday, August 26, 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

“Seals on Wheels” is a fully mobile service center to make the Clerk’s services more accessible and convenient to residents of Prince William County, Manassas, and Manassas Park. File for marriage license applications, notary applications, concealed handgun permits, and more.

Summer 2023

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Tuesday, July 11, 6:00–7:30 p.m.

Join us for a 90-minute workshop on tips and tricks when applying for jobs online, how LinkedIn Learning can help, and networking. Dinner will be provided.

This program is sponsored by a ChangeX Grant, which supports remote workers.

Registration required.

The Doc Conrad Ensemble: Haymarket Gainesville Saturday, August 12, 2:00 p.m.

Spend a warm summer afternoon listening to cool jazz standards, Latin, and pop songs played by local favorite, The Doc Conrad Ensemble!

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ADULTS

*Funded by The Friends of the Library

Lifelong Learning

O.W.L.s (Older Wiser Learners): Bull Run Select Tuesdays, 1:00 p.m.

June 6: Six Pillars of Brain Health July 11: On the Dig in Pompeii with Cleo August 15: Game On: Mocktails!

Join us for topics tailored toward older adults.

*Self-Defense Basics: Chinn Park Monday, June 12, 6:30–8:00 p.m.

Learn strategies and techniques for self-defense, including information to rely on in an emergency and long term.

AARP Job Workshop: Potomac Wednesday, June 14, 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

Discover how to network effectively, hone your interviewing skills, and search and apply for great jobs online! You’ll also receive a copy of the Strategies for a Successful Job Search Tool Kit and a local resource guide. Register at learn.aarp.org by clicking on “In-Person Learning.”

Device Advice: Dumfries Select Wednesdays, 2:00–3:30 p.m.

June 7, 21 July 5, 19 August 2, 16, 30 Do you need help accessing resources on your computer or electronic device? Make a one-on-one appointment online or by phone to get the personalized assistance you need.

Registration required.

Conversation Groups and ESL English Conversation Club: Bull Run

*English Conversation: Central

Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m.

Is English your second language? Would you like to practice your speaking skills while having fun? Join us for an opportunity to practice and improve your speaking skills in a friendly and supportive environment. Supported by library volunteers and Friends of the Library. No registration required.

Tuesdays, 10:00–11:30 a.m.

June 6, 27 July 11, 18, 25 August 1, 8, 15, 22 Improve your speaking skills in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere where speakers of all languages are welcome. Supported by the Literacy Volunteers of America.

English Conversation Group: Potomac Fridays, 12:30–2:00 p.m.

Join us to practice English in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere.

English Conversation: Haymarket Gainesville Tuesdays, 6:00–7:30 p.m.

Improve your speaking skills in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere where speakers of all languages are welcome. This program is supported by library volunteers and requires a basic working knowledge of English. First come, first served until capacity is reached.

ELL Reading Passages: Virtual Second Thursdays, 7:00 p.m.

June 8, July 13, August 10 This club is specially tailored for English Language Learners.

“Reading Passages” is just like a book club. We read passages from NPR News, The Washington Post, and portions of books. Join us virtually on Webex. Registration required.

Virtual English Conversation Group: Virtual Select Thursdays, 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

June 8, 15, 22, 29 August 24, 31 This group provides an opportunity for new speakers of English to practice and improve their speaking skills in a fun and friendly virtual environment. For more information and to join the meetings, register online or contact Maggie Dobrev at mdobrev@pwcgov.org.

English Conversation: Montclair Second and Fourth Mondays, 6:00 p.m.

June 12, 26 July 10, 24 August 14, 28 Improve your speaking skills in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere where speakers of all languages are welcome.

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*English Conversation Group: Chinn Park Adults Wednesdays, 11:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.

June 7, 28 July 5, 12, 19, 26 August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Improve your English skills in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere where speakers of all languages are welcome. Supported by the Literacy Volunteers of America. For more information and to join a class, contact Literacy Volunteers at 703-670-5702 or email lvapw@lvapw.org.

*Spanish Conversation: Chinn Park Adults Wednesdays, 1:00–2:30 p.m.

June 7, 14, 21, 28 July 5, 12, 19, 26 August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Improve your speaking skills in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere where speakers of all languages are welcome. First come, first served until capacity is reached unless otherwise stated.

Citizenship Class: Chinn Park Mondays, 12:30–2:30 p.m.

June 5, 26 July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 August 7, 14, 21, 28 To become a U.S. citizen, an adult must prepare, study, and pass the Naturalization Test. Learn about the United States through civics lessons, studying the 100 questions, learning and using the vocabulary necessary for successful testing, and passing the oral test/interview. This is a multilevel class, and registration is required.

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ADULTS

*Funded by The Friends of the Library

Lifelong Learning

Potomac Tech Help: Potomac Mondays, 1:00–2:00 p.m.

Tuesdays, 3:00–4:00 p.m.

Fridays, 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Library staff members offer one-on-one 20 minutes sessions using your device or one of our Public Access Computers. We can assist with basic technology such as accessing our Digital Library, setting up an email account, internet basics, setting up your new device, and basic troubleshooting. Please bring your logins, passwords, power cords, and cables. Registration required. Visit pwcva.gov/library or call 703-792-8330.

Walk-in One-on-One Tech Help: Haymarket Gainesville Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, 1:00–4:00 p.m.

Need help with your laptop, basic computer skills, iPad, Kindle, smartphone, or other device? We offer personalized sessions with a library staff member using your device or one of our Public Access Computers. No appointment necessary. For more information, call 703-792-8700.

Podcasting–An Introduction to Creating and Publishing Your Own Podcast: Haymarket Gainesville Monday, July 10, 1:00–3:00 p.m.

Do you have a story, hobby, special interests, or knowledge to share? A podcast might be a good tool for communicating this to others. Registration required.

CHINN PARK LIBRARY

MANAGEMENT AND GOVERNMENT INFORMATION CENTER

The Management and Government Information Center (MAGIC), located at the Chinn Park Library, has specialized staff and resources to assist the community in finding information to start a business or grow your business, retrieve industry information, and access laws and regulations. Contact MAGIC with your questions at magic2@pwcgov.org or call 703-792-4880.

Introduction to Fundraising Planning for Nonprofits: Virtual and Chinn Park Wednesday, June 21, 2:00 p.m.

This live webinar will provide the basic steps for developing a fundraising plan. We will touch on diversifying your organization's fundraising base and creating a plan of action. Registration required.

Grow with Google–Make Better Business Decisions with Analytics: Virtual (On-Demand) Watch this pre-recorded presentation to learn best practices and analyze trends about how customers engage with your business online, then turn these insights into well-informed, actionable decisions.

Grow with Google–Launch and Grow your Business with Key Marketing Strategies: Virtual (On-Demand) Join the Grow with Google workshop on launching and growing your business with key marketing strategies and digital tools like Google Analytics, Google Business Profile, and YouTube.

Summer 2023

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*Funded by The Friends of the Library

Arts and Crafts *Crafts to Go!: Haymarket Gainesville

Alternate Mondays, All Day June 5, 20 July 3, 17, 31 August 14, 28 Swing by and pick up a bag full of fun! Our Crafts to Go bags will include supplies and instructions. Recommended for adults; new craft bags will be available beginning on the first Monday of each month while supplies last.

*Bad Art Night: Chinn Park Adults Select Mondays, 6:00 p.m.

June 5, July 10, August 7 Create art in a supportive and low-stakes environment. There is no obligation to be concerned with finished work. Feel free to bring things you are already working on. Basic supplies will be provided. For more information, email bmiller@pwcgov.org.

The Art of Kokedama: Potomac Saturday, June 17, 2:00–4:00 p.m.

Kokedama is a Japanese moss ball that takes a plant’s root ball and suspends it in a mud ball, which is then coated with soft green moss.

Learn to make your own unique Kokedama to take home. Supplies will be provided. You will be handling mud, so we encourage you wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. Registration required.

*Terrariums, Plants, and Sand Crafts: Chinn Park Ages 8 and Up Friday, June 23, 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. and 2:00–3:30 p.m.

Join us for a fun afternoon of creating terrariums out of mason jars.

All supplies are included–just bring your creativity. Registration is required.

Stitcher’s Circle: Montclair Second Thursdays, 10:00 a.m.

June 8, July 13, August 10 Whether you are a seasoned stitcher or a beginner, join us to share the craft of cross-stitch. Basic supplies will be provided for beginners.

Watercolor Collaborative: Montclair Third Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.

June 15, July 20, August 17 Intermediate and advanced artists meet monthly to experiment with watercolors and share techniques. Registration required.

Make a Patriotic Rag Wreath: Haymarket Gainesville Saturday, June 10, 1:00–3:00 p.m.

We will use strips of new material to create a wreath using the ragtying method. All required materials will be provided. Registration required.

Basket Camp: Haymarket Gainesville Elbow Basket, Session 1: Saturday, July 15, 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Elbow Basket, Session 2: Saturday, July 22, 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Cute Cachepot: Saturday, July 29, 1:00–4:00 p.m.

Summer camp isn’t just for kids! We’re making two baskets over three Saturdays: a lovely Elbow Basket to hang on your wall (Saturday, July 15 and 22), and a cute Cachepot for your plants (Saturday, July 29). All materials and equipment are provided. Registration required.

Registration opens four weeks before each class.

*Summer Still Life with Kerry Molina: Haymarket Gainesville Saturday, August 19, 1:00–3:00 p.m.

Learn the art of still life with Kerry Molina of Yellow Brick Road Studio.

Unleash your hidden artist while Kerry teaches tips about still life painting and create a summertime masterpiece. Registration required.

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Gaming Board Game Night: Haymarket Gainesville Third Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m.

June 21, July 19, August 16 Join us for a night of board games, both classic and new.

Several games are available. No registration required.

Dungeons & Dragons for Adults: Virtual Group 1: First Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m.

June 6, August 1 Group 2: Third Thursdays, 6:00 p.m.

June 15, July 20, August 17 Come play D&D with us! Whether you are new to role-playing games or a veteran looking for a new campaign, we would love for you to join us VIRTUALLY! For more information, contact MMcCleland@pwcgov.org. Please register for only one event, Group 1 or Group 2. Registration required. Waitlist available if event is full.

It’s Game Night!: Montclair Third Tuesdays, 5:30 p.m.

June 20, July 18, August 15 Join us for a fun night of gaming in a casual setting! All gaming is welcome–cards, board games, tabletop, you name it. Bring your own game or share one of ours. Bring your crew or make a new friend here. This program is intended for adults, but mature gamers ages 12 and older are welcome.

Explore Your Library

Summer 2023

ADULTS

*Funded by The Friends of the Library

Arts and Crafts

*Adult Crafternoon: Manassas City

*Celtic Drawing: Central

Wednesday, July 12, 6:00 p.m.

Why let kids have all the fun? Come to the library and make Aroma Therapy Slime! Registration required.

Monday, June 26, 6:00–7:30 p.m.

This drawing workshop features a background lecture on Celtic art traditions, with time for instruction on how to create Celtic-inspired drawings based on Pictish, Northumbrian, and medieval Irish stone carving, metalwork, and manuscripts. Attendees will need to bring their preferred drawing instruments and paper or use the materials provided by the library. Registration required.

Crochet and Coffee: Nokesville Third Wednesdays, 11:00 a.m.

July 19, August 16 Enjoy coffee or tea while crocheting whatever your heart desires. This program is for every skill level.

Feel free to bring your own supplies if you practice a different handicraft and enjoy a beverage with us while you work.

*Busy Hands Social Club: Central Second Tuesdays, 6:00–7:30 p.m.

June 13, July 11, August 8 Would you like to find a place to work on your favorite hobby and meet others who also enjoy needle crafts and crochet? Bring your current project. All skill levels are welcome; all knitters, crocheters, and stitchers are encouraged to come. No registration required.

Quick Flip! Events by Branch In Person SYSTEM-WIDE PROGRAMS

Young Adults

Babysitting Basics with the American Red Cross

Grades 8–12 Session 1: First Thursday 6:30 p.m.

Session 2: Fourth Thursday 6:30 p.m.

Young Adults

Ages 11 and Up Kings Park Library (Fairfax County Public Library): Saturday, July 8 10:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Chinn Park Library: Saturday July 15, 10:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Adults

Books on Tap @ Great Mane Brewery

Select Thursdays, 7:00 p.m.

June 1, July 13, August 3

Books on Tap @ Ornery Beer Company First Sundays, 6:00 p.m.

June 4, July 2, August 6

Books on Tap @ BadWolf Brewing Company

Second Thursdays, 6:00 p.m.

June 8, July 13, August 10

Books on Tap @ Brew Republic Bierwerks and Virtual

Second Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m.

June 13, July 11, August 8

Books On Tap @ Sinistral Brewing Company

Third Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m.

June 21, July 19, August 16

Books on Tap @ Tucked Away Brewing Company Fourth Thursdays, 7:00 p.m.

June 22, July 20, August 24

Virtual SYSTEM-WIDE PROGRAMS Kids & Families

Dungeons & Dragons for Teens

Adults

Hooked on Comics Book Club

*Storycrafters–Oceans

The Horror Fiction Book Club

Wildlife Center

Third Thursdays, 7:00 p.m.

June 15, July 20, August 17 Last Mondays, 7:00 p.m.

June 26, July 31, August 28

Bull Run Library Kids & Families

Grow with Google–Make Dinosaurs with Dinoman Better Business Decisions with All Ages Analytics (On-Demand) Wednesday, June 21, 2:00 p.m.

Grow with Google–Launch and *Pigeon Appreciation Day Grow your Business with Key Ages 3 and Up with Caregiver Marketing Strategies (OnFriday, June 23, 11:00 a.m.

Demand) Build-a-Filter ‡Dungeons & Dragons for Adults Group 1: First Tuesdays 6:00 p.m.

June 6, August 1 Group 2: Third Thursdays 6:00 p.m.

June 22, July 20, August 17

‡Kanopy Movie Club

First Wednesdays, 6:00 p.m.

June 7, July 5, August 2

Never Too Old Book Club First Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m.

June 5, July 3, August 7

‡Virtual English Conversation Group

Select Thursdays 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 August 24, 31

‡ELL Reading Passages

Second Thursdays, 7:00 p.m.

June 8, July 13, August 10

Stranger Than Fiction–True Crime Tales

Second Mondays, 7:00 p.m.

June 12, July 10, August 14

Spanish Circle Time/El Circulo de Tabletop Role-Playing Games Cuentos en Español Club Cancelled All Ages Mondays, 11:00 a.m.

June 26, July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 August 7, 14

*Funded by The Friends of the Library

Second Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m.

June 13, July 11, August 8

Third Thursday Thrillers Third Thursdays, 7:00 p.m.

June 15, July 20, August 17

Grades 1 and Up Monday, June 26, 10:30 a.m.

My Pet Alpaca

All Ages Wednesday, June 28, 10:30 a.m.

Seed Sam with Virginia Agriculture

All Ages Thursday, July 13, 10:30 a.m. *Shark!! Cancelled Grades K–5 Friday, July 7, 2:00 p.m.

Ident-a-Child

All Ages Monday, July 10, 10:30 a.m.

*Science Play and Learn– Detective Agency Grades K–5 Tuesday, July 18, 4:30 p.m.

Sing Books with Emily

Ages 3–6 Thursday, July 20, 10:30 a.m.

*Fairy Tale Tea Party

Grades K–5 Monday, July 24, 2:00 p.m.

*Reptile Encounter

All Ages Wednesday, July 26, 10:30 a.m.

Under the Sea Cancelled All Ages Monday, July 31, 2:00 p.m.

Hawaiiana

All Ages Tuesday, August 1, 10:30 a.m.

Summer 2023

Explore Your Library

Grades K–5 Tuesday, August 1, 4:30 p.m.

All Ages Friday, August 4, 10:30 a.m. *Insect Exhibit Cancelled All Ages Wednesday, August 9, 2:00 p.m.

Nature’s Community with Master Gardeners

Grades K–5 Wednesday, August 16 10:30 a.m

Summer Reading Wrap Up Grades K – 5 Friday, August 18, 2:00 p.m.

Toddler Time

Ages 18–36 Months with Caregiver Most Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m.

June 20, 27, July 11, 18, 25 August 8, 15

Preschool Story Time

Ages 2–6 With Caregiver Most Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.

June 21, July 5, 12, 19 August 2, 9

Baby Story Time

Ages 0–24 Months With Caregiver Most Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.

June 22, 29, July 6, 27 August 3, 17

Starlight Stories

Ages 2–6 With Caregiver Alternate Mondays, 6:30 p.m.

June 26, July 10, 24, August 7

*Spanish Story Time

Ages 2–6 with Caregiver Alternate Mondays, 6:30 p.m.

July 3, 27, 31, August 14

*Science Play and Learn–Dino Baby Hatchery Grades K–5 Tuesday, June 20, 4:30 p.m.

Game Club

Grades K–5 Select Tuesdays, 4:00 p.m.

June 27, July 25

‡ Registration Required

LEGO® Club

Grades K–5 Select Tuesdays, 4:00 p.m.

July 11, August 8

Young Adults

Teens Create

Ages 13–18 Select Wednesdays, 5:00 p.m.

June 14, July 12, 19, August 9

Teen Advisory Group

Ages 13–18 Select Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m.

June 21, July 5, August 2

Teen Topics

Ages 13–18 Select Wednesdays, 5:00 p.m.

June 28, August 16

MAKERSPACE

*‡Block-of-the-Month Quilting Bee Young Adults/Adults First Saturdays 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

June 3, July 1, August 5

*Lace Making History and Demo Day Young Adults/Adults Saturday, June 10 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

*Bull Run Summer Pop-Up Art Gallery Young Adults/Adults Select Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m.

June 13, July 11, August 8

*‡Over the Rainbow Macrame Drop-in Program Young Adults/Adults Saturday, June 17 11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

*‡Hooray, Crochet! LGBT–Rex and Friends Grades 11 and Up Tuesday, June 20, 6:00 p.m.

Yarn On

Young Adults/Adults Select Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m.

June 20, July 18, August 15

*‡Season’s Wreathings–All Stars Young Adults/Adults Thursday, June 22, 1:00–3:00 p.m.

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‡ Registration Required

*Funded by The Friends of the Library

*‡Sewing With Ease–Cloth Boxes

Sidewalk Chalk Day

Saturday, June 24, 12:00–2:00 p.m. and 2:00–4:00 p.m.

*‡Tiles with Tess

All Ages/Families Friday, July 7 10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

*‡Sewing 101

All Ages Tuesday, July 11, 10:30 a.m.

Young Adults/Adults Tuesday, June 27, 6:00 p.m.

Young Adults/Adults Thursday, July 6, 1:00–3:00 p.m.

*‡Sewing With Ease–Let’s Get Zipped!

Young Adults/Adults Saturday, July 15 12:00–2:00 p.m. and 2:00–4:00 p.m.

*Cricut 101–Corker Crafting Young Adults/Adults Tuesday, July 25, 6:00 p.m.

*‡Barn Quilt Block Painting

Ident-a-Child

Wildlife Center

All Ages Tuesday, July 18, 10:30 a.m.

Seed Sam with Virginia Agriculture

All Ages Wednesday, July 19, 10:30 a.m.

Squid Dissection Cancelled All Ages Wednesday, July 19, 2:00 p.m.

I Need a Friend: Story Time with Keisha Strand

Young Adults/Adults Thursday, August 3, 1:00 p.m.

Ages 3–6 Saturday, July 22, 10:30 a.m.

Adults

Sing Books with Emily

Inova Information Session

Ages 3–6 Tuesday, July 25, 10:30 a.m.

Preschool Fair

‡STEAM Discovery Series–3D Art Pens

Tuesday, June 13, 11:30 a.m.

Saturday, July 8 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

English Conversation Club

Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m.

Miller’s Thrillers

First Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m.

June 7, July 5, August 2

Random Reads

Select Mondays, 1:00 p.m.

June 26, July 24, August 21

Central Library Kids & Families

Model Railroad–Northern VA NTRAK Club

All Ages Saturday, June 24 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Afternoon Games with Mathnasium

Grades K–5 Monday, June 26, 1:00–2:30 p.m.

‡STEAM Discovery Series–The History and Science of Animation Grades 3–5 Tuesday, June 27, 3:00–4:30 p.m.

Nature’s Community with Master Gardeners Grades K–5 Wednesday, June 28, 10:30 a.m.

To Flush or Not to Flush Grades 1 and up Friday, June 30, 10:30 a.m.

My Pet Alpaca

All Ages Thursday, July 6, 10:30 a.m.

*‡Introduction to 3D Printing Adults Wednesday, June 28, 5:30 p.m.

Saturday, July 15, 11:00 a.m.

*Mayku Gem Soaps

Adults Thursday, July 13, 2:00 p.m.

*‡Frida Kahlo Selfies

Grades 6–12 Saturday, July 8, 1:00–3:00 p.m.

*‡Rock a Dot Painting

Adults Wednesday, August 9, 5:30 p.m.

*‡Rock a Dot Painting for Teens Grades 6–12 Thursday, August 17, 2:00 p.m.

Making Comics with Laura Lee Friday, July 21, 2:00–3:45 p.m.

Rock & Rhyme with Mr. Jon & Friends

*‡The Quest for Uncle Edgar’s Treasure–Escape Room Challenge

‡Sensory Art

Teen Bunny Cuddle

Ages 3–6 Wednesday, July 12, 10:30 a.m.

Ages 3–6 Thursday, July 13, 10:30 a.m.

Young Adults/Adults July 24–29

Wednesday, July 26, 2:00 p.m.

‡Teen Eats–Cooking Class

*‡Noah’s Ark Animal Workshop: Friday, July 28, 2:00 p.m.

Chinn Park *Game On All Ages Saturday, July 22, All Day

Seed Sam with Virginia Agriculture All Ages Monday, July 24, 10:30 a.m.

Wildlife Center

All Ages Tuesday, July 25, 10:30 a.m.

Tuesday, August 1 2:00–4:00 p.m.

‡Teen Eats–Cupcake Decorating Wednesday, August 9, 2:00 p.m.

Adults

*‡Crafternoon: D&D Edition Young Adults/Adults Saturday, June 3 10:30 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

Wednesday, June 21, 11:30 a.m.

All Ages/Families Wednesday, July 26, 10:30 a.m.

*‡Celtic Drawing

*Science Heroes–Saving Earth Together

*‡Self-Defense Basics

Hawaiiana

Financial Glee Series– Rescue Your Retirement

I Need a Friend: Story Time with Keisha Strand

‡Tabletop Teaser-Mörk Borg Role-Playing Game: Renaissance Fair Fanfare

Joyful Dance Program

Grades 3–5 Tuesday, August 15 3:00–4:30 p.m.

Baby Time

Ages 0–18 Months Select Mondays, 10:30 a.m.

June 5, July 3, August 7

Preschool Story Time

Ages 3–6 Select Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.

June 29, July 20, August 17

Toddler Time

Ages 18–36 Months Select Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.

June 14, 21, 28 July 12, 19, 26 August 2, 9, 16

Me Gusta Spanish

All Ages/Families Select Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.

July 12, August 2

Music and Motion

Ages 3–6 Select Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.

June 22, July 13, 27, August 10

Reading to Dogs

Grades K–5 Select Wednesdays, 5:30 p.m.

June 21, July 26, August 16 Select Saturdays, 12:00 p.m.

July 8, August 5

Family Story Time

All Ages/Families Select Saturdays, 10:30 a.m.

June 24, August 19

Young Adults

‡Still Life and Snuggle

Monday, June 26, 6:00–7:30 p.m.

Wednesday, June 28, 6:00 p.m.

*English Conversation

Tuesdays, 10:00–11:30 a.m.

June 6, 27, July 11, 18, 25 August 1, 8, 15, 22

Ages 3–11 Thursday, August 3, 2:00 p.m.

Ages 3–6 Saturday, August 5, 10:30 a.m.

Hawaiiana

*Central Reads Book Club

All Ages Tuesday, August 8, 10:30 a.m.

*Science Fiction Book Discussion Group

All Ages Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.

June 29, July 6, August 3, 10, 17

*Busy Hands Social Club

Fridays, 10:30 a.m.

July 14, 28, August 18

Third Wednesdays, 1:00 p.m.

June 21, July 19, August 16

Third Saturdays, 2:00–4:00 p.m.

June 17, July 15, August 19

Second Tuesdays, 6:00–7:30 p.m.

June 13, July 11, August 8

Chinn Park Library Kids & Families

Beowulf T. Wonderbunny All Ages Wednesday, June 21, 2:00 p.m.

*‡Terrariums, Plants, and Sand Crafts

Summer Reading Story Time

Music and Motion

LVA On the Go

All Ages Saturday, June 24, 11:00 a.m.

To Flush or Not to Flush

Grades 1 and up Wednesday, June 28, 10:30 a.m.

Explore Your Library

Grades 9 and Up Cancelled Wednesday, June 14 5:30–7:45 p.m.

Inova Information Session Monday, June 26, 10:30 a.m.

Preschool Fair

Saturday, July 29 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

‡Local History Travel Group Friday, June 30, 2:00 p.m.

Mondays, 2:00 p.m.

July 31, August 21 Cancelled

*Spanish Conversation

Young Adults

‡Citizenship Class

Ages 1–5 with Caregiver Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.

June 22, July 27 Friday, August 11, 10:30 a.m.

Grades 6–8 Friday, June 23, 2:30–4:45 p.m

All Ages Saturday, June 24 11:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m.

Monday, June 12, 6:30–8:00 p.m.

*Kind Kids Yoga

Dinosaurs with Dinoman

*Chinn Park Renaissance Fair

Grades 9 and Up Saturday, June 3, 2:00–4:00 p.m.

*English Conversation Group

All Ages Select Tuesdays, All Day June 20, July 18, August 15

*Creative Arts Contest

All Ages Thursday, June 22, 2:00 p.m.

‡Tabletop Teasers–Starfinder

*Take and Make Craft Kits

Ages 8 and Up Friday, June 23, 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. and 2:00–3:30 p.m.

Saturday, August 5, 1:00 p.m.

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Grades K–5 Friday, July 7, 2:00 p.m.

Ages 11 and Up Saturday, July 15, 10:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

All Ages Wednesday, August 2, 10:30 a.m.

Memoir Mondays

Second Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m.

June 13, July 11, August 8

Young Adults/Adults Saturday, June 17, 11:00 a.m.

Nature’s Community with Master Gardeners

‡Babysitting Basics with the American Red Cross

Inova Information Session

‡STEAM Discovery Series– Keva Planks–Design. Build.

Demonstrate.

Bull Run BookTalkers: In Person and Virtual

*‡Loom Knit a Phone Case

All Ages Thursday, June 29, 2:00 p.m.

Ident-a-Child

All Ages Thursday, August 3, 10:30 a.m.

Fourth Mondays, 1:00 p.m.

June 26, July 24

Young Adults/Adults Thursday, June 8, 2:00 p.m.

Under the Sea Cancelled

Adults

Grades 3–5 Tuesday, July 25, 3:00–5:00 p.m.

O.W.L.s (Older Wiser Learners)

Select Tuesdays, 1:00 p.m.

June 6, July 11, August 15

MAKERSPACE

*‡Curious about Cricut? An Intro to Cutting Vinyl, Paper, and More!

Quick Flip! Events by Branch

June 20–September 17

‡Tabletop Teaser-Honey Heist: Renaissance Fair Fanfare Play All Together Now with Aspen Black Monday, June 26, 2:00 p.m.

‡Teen Eats–Candy Sculpting Tuesday, June 27, 2:00 p.m.

*‡Laser Tag

Friday, June 30, 5:30–7:00 p.m.

Perfect Match July 1–15

Teen Trivia–Barbie

Wednesdays, 11:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.

June 7, 28, July 5, 12, 19, 26 August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Wednesdays, 1:00–2:30 p.m.

June 7, 14, 21, 28 July 5, 12, 19, 26 August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

Mondays, 12:30–2:30 p.m.

June 5, 26, July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 August 7, 14, 21, 28

*Chinn Park Chats

Second Thursday, 1:00 p.m.

June 8, July 13, August 10

*NOVA Novels

Last Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m.

June 27, July 25, August 29

‡Chinn Park Quilting

Ages 12 and Up Saturdays, 11:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

June 10, July 8, August 19

Chinn Park Chess Club

Ages 12 and Up Cancelled First and Third Mondays, 3:00–8:00 p.m.

June 5, July 3, 17, August 7, 21

Tuesday, July 11, 2:00 p.m.

Summer 2023

Quick Flip! Events by Branch Writing Fan Fiction: In-Person and Virtual

Third Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m.

June 20, July 18, August 15

‡Podcast Discussion Group Last Thursdays, 7:00 p.m.

June 29, August 31

*Bad Art Night

Select Mondays, 6:00 p.m.

June 5, July 10, August 7

‡Tabletop Role-Playing Games Club: Virtual

Young Adults/Adults Third Wednesday, 6:00 p.m.

June 21, July 19, August 16 Tech Clinic Cancelled Fridays, June 16, August 18 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Friends of the Library Book Sale

All Ages Wednesday, July 19 5:00–7:00 p.m.: Member Pre-Sale Thursday, July 20 10:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.: Public Sale Friday, July 21 10:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.: Public Sale Saturday, July 22 10:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m.: Book by the Bag Sale

MAGIC ‡Introduction to Fundraising Planning for Nonprofits: InPerson and Virtual Wednesday, June 21, 2:00 p.m.

Dale City Library Kids & Families

Beowulf T. Wonderbunny

All Ages Tuesday, June 20, 10:30 a.m.

Dinosaurs with Dinoman

All Ages Thursday, June 22, 10:30 a.m.

To Flush or Not to Flush Grades 1 and Up Monday, July 10, 10:30 a.m.

My Pet Alpaca

All Ages Saturday, July 15, 10:30 a.m.

Nature’s Community with Master Gardeners

Grades K–5 Tuesday, July 18, 10:30 a.m.

Sing Books with Emily

Ages 3–6 Tuesday, July 25, 2:00 p.m.

Wildlife Center

All Ages Tuesday, August 1, 10:30 a.m.

Ident-a-Child

All Ages Monday, August 7, 10:30 a.m.

LEGO® Club

Ages 6 and Up First Saturdays 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

June 3, July 1, August 5

Zumbini

Ages 3–5 Select Saturdays, 10:30 a.m.

June 10, July 8, August 12

Baby Story Time

Ages 6–24 Months Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.

Summer 2023

Preschool Story Time

*Funded by The Friends of the Library ‡ Registration Required Wildlife Center

Ages 18 Months–6 Years Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m.

All Ages Tuesday, July 18, 2:00 p.m.

Seasonal Take and Make

To Flush or Not to Flush

All Ages

Adults

Seals on Wheels

Saturday, July 22 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

Dumfries Library Kids & Families

Beowulf T. Wonderbunny

All Ages Wednesday, June 21, 10:30 a.m.

To Flush or Not to Flush

Grades 1 and up Wednesday, July 12, 10:30 a.m.

Sing Books with Emily

Ages 3–6 Thursday, July 27, 10:30 a.m.

Ident-a-Child

All Ages Tuesday, August 1, 10:30 a.m.

Hawaiiana

All Ages Thursday, August 10, 10:30 a.m.

Nature’s Community with Master Gardeners Grades K–5 Monday, August 14, 10:30 a.m.

Family Story Time

Grades 1 and Up Thursday, July 20, 10:30 a.m.

Halloween in July Story Trail

Ages 3–6 Monday, July 31, 10:30 a.m.

Ages 3-6 Monday, August 14, 10:30 a.m.

Hawaiiana

All Ages Thursday, August 17, 10:30 a.m.

‡Baby Story Time

Ages 6–24 Months Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.

June 21, 28, July 5, 12, 19, 26 August 2, 9, 16

Spanish Story Time/El Circulo de Cuentos en Español

All Ages/Families Select Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m.

June 27, July 25, August 8

Music and Motion

1–1 Resume Reviews Tuesday, July 25 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

Haymarket Gainesville Library Kids & Families

*Art Attack!

All Ages Select Saturdays 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

June 24, July 8, August 5

Nature’s Community with Master Gardeners

Grades K–5 Monday, June 26, 10:30 a.m.

Sharks Assembly Cancelled All Ages Tuesday, June 27, 2:00 p.m.

Seed Sam with Virginia Agriculture All Ages Monday, July 10, 10:30 a.m.

Rock & Rhyme with Mr. Jon & Friends

Ages 3–6 Thursday, July 13, 10:30 a.m.

Pajama Story Time

PAWS: Reading to Dogs

Grades K–5 Select Saturdays 10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

June 24, July 8, August 5

Craft To-Go Kits–Kids Edition Mondays Beginning June 20 All Day While Supplies Last

‡Sensory Art Program Ages 3–6 Select Fridays, 10:30 a.m.

June 30, July 21, August 11

LEGO® Club

Ages 5 and Up Select Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m.

June 20, July 18, August 1, 15

Pokémon Club

Grades K–12 Mondays, 5:30 p.m.

June 26, July 10, 24, August 7

Parent/Caregiver Meetup and Playgroup

All Ages/Families Select Fridays, 11:00 a.m.

July 7, August 4

Young Adults

Summer Scares–Get Ready to Shiver June 20–August 10

Teen Bunny Cuddle

Thursday, June 22, 2:00 p.m.

Play All Together Now with Aspen Black

Tuesday, June 27, 6:30 p.m.

Explore Your Library

Kids & Families

Grades 5–8 Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m.

June 21, 28, July 5, 12, 19, 26

All Ages Tuesday, June 20, 10:30 a.m.

Open Chess

All Ages Thursday, June 22, 10:30 a.m.

Select Mondays, 5:30–7:00 p.m.

July 3, 17, August 7

Ages 3–6 Friday, July 28, 10:30 a.m.

All Ages/Families Select Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m.

July 12, August 9

Select Wednesdays 2:00–3:30 p.m.

June 7, 21, July 5, 19 August 2, 16, 30

Dinosaurs with Dinoman

School Bus Visit

Sing Books with Emily

Zumbini

Adults

‡Tween Gardening Lunch Bunch

Zumbini

All Ages Thursday, July 27 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

Ages 3–6 Select Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.

June 29, July 27, August 10

‡Device Advice

Independent Hill Library

July 1–15

Grades 6 and Up (Adults Welcome) Select Wednesdays 4:00–6:00 p.m.

June 21, July 19, August 16 Select Thursdays 2:00–4:00 p.m.

July 6, August 3

Ages 18 Months–6 Years Select Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.

June 8, 22, July 6, 20 August 3, 17, 31 Ages 3–6 Select Saturdays, 10:30 a.m.

June 24, July 15, August 19

Perfect Match

Maker Mondays

Beowulf T. Wonderbunny

Zumbini

Ages 3–6 Monday, June 26, 10:30 a.m.

Wonder Wanders Story Time and Hike

All Ages/Families Select Mondays, 10:00 a.m.

June 26, July 3, 10, 17

Watercolor Painting Class

‡Sandcastle Challenge

Ages 8–12 Wednesday, June 28 10:00–11:30 a.m.

‡Still Life with Snacks

My Pet Alpaca

Ice Cream for Dinner–A Tasting Challenge

Sing Books with Emily

Wednesday, July 11 4:00–5:30 p.m.

Tuesday, August 8, 5:30 p.m.

Monday, August 14, 5:30 p.m.

Adults

Library Window

All Ages Wednesday, July 19, 10:30 a.m.

Ages 3–6 Thursday, July 27, 2:00 p.m.

Reading to Dogs

Board Game Night

Grades K–5 Second and Fourth Mondays 4:30–5:30 p.m.

June 12, 26, July 10, 24 August 14, 28

American History Scavenger Hunt

Dinosaurs with Dinoman

June 1–August 31

‡Make a Patriotic Rag Wreath Saturday, June 10, 1:00–3:00 p.m Third Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m.

June 21, July 19, August 16 July 1–31

‡Podcasting–An Introduction to Creating and Publishing Your Own Podcast Monday, July 10, 1:00 p.m.

Financial Glee Series–Inherited IRA Riddle Cancelled Thursday, August 10, 3:00 p.m.

The Doc Conrad Ensemble Saturday, August 12, 2:00 p.m.

‡Basket Camp

Elbow Basket, Session 1: Saturday, July 1 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Session 2: Saturday, July 22 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Cute Cachepot: Saturday, July 29 1:00–4:00 p.m.

*‡Summer Still Life with Kerry Molina Saturday, August 19 1:00–3:00 p.m.

Seals on Wheels

Saturday, August 26 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

Walk-in One-on-One Tech Help

Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays 1:00–4:00 p.m.

*Crafts to Go!

Alternate Mondays, All Day June 5, 20, July 3, 17, 31 August 14, 28

English Conversation

Tuesdays, 6:00–7:30 p.m.

Lake Ridge Library

Kids & Families

All Ages Tuesday, June 20, 2:00 p.m.

My Pet Alpaca

All Ages Saturday, July 8, 10:30 a.m.

Sing Books with Emily

Ages 3–6 Tuesday, July 18, 2:00 p.m.

Zumbini

Ages 3–6 Wednesday, August 2, 10:30 a.m.

Ident-a-Child

All Ages Tuesday, August 8, 10:30 a.m.

Hawaiiana

All Ages Tuesday, August 15, 10:30 a.m.

Family Story Time

All Ages Select Saturdays, 10:30 a.m.

June 24, July 22, August 5

Reading to Dogs

Grades K–5 Select Saturdays, 10:30 a.m.

July 15, August 19

LEGO® Hour at the Library Ages 5 and Up Wednesday, June 28, 2:00 p.m.

Board Game Hour

All Ages Wednesday, July 26, 2:00 p.m.

Seasonal Take and Makes

All Ages Select Fridays, All Day June 23, July 21, August 18

Fireworks Scavenger Hunt All Ages July 3–15

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Young Adults

*Funded by The Friends of the Library *‡Laser Tag: Manassas City

‡Teen Take and Make–Stipple Painting

Grades 9–12 Thursday, June 29, 5:30 p.m.

Trivia Time–From the Book or the Movie?

All Together Now Manassas City Book Club

Adults

*‡Adult Crafternoon

Friday, June 30, All Day July 1–31

The Page Turners Book Club Last Mondays, 6:30 p.m.

June 26, July 31, August 28

Manassas City Library Kids & Families

My Pet Alpaca

All Ages Saturday, June 3, 10:30 a.m.

Nature’s Community with Master Gardeners Grades K–5 Monday, June 5, 2:00 p.m.

I Need a Friend: Story Time with Keisha Strand

Ages 3–6 Saturday, June 24, 11:00 a.m.

Seed Sam with Virginia Agriculture

All Ages Thursday, July 13, 10:30 a.m.

Build-a-Filter

Grades 1 and Up Monday, July 17, 10:30 a.m.

Hawaiiana

All Ages Friday, August 4, 10:30 a.m.

Toddler Story Time

Ages 18–36 Months Select Tuesdays, 11:00 a.m.

June 6, 13, 20, 27, July 11, 18, 25, August 1, 8, 15

Manassas Museum Story Time– All Aboard for Manassas!

Ages 18–36 Months Thursday, July 6, 11:00–11:30 a.m.

*Fancy Nancy Tea Party Story Time Ages 4–8 Saturday, July 8, 10:30 a.m.

*Best Friends Forever Party Grades K–5 Friday, July 28, 2:00 p.m.

*‡Kids Who Care Crafternoon

Adults

Young Adults/Adults Friday, August 4, 11:00 a.m.

Saturday, August 5, 11:00 a.m.

Saturday, July 29, 1:30 p.m.

Intro to the Gaming Lounge

Wednesday, July 12, 6:00 p.m.

Montclair Library Kids & Families

My Pet Alpaca

All Ages Saturday, June 24, 12:00 p.m.

Summer Reading Kick-Off Party

All Ages/Families Saturday, June 24, 12:00 p.m.

Play All Together Now with Aspen Black Ages 8 and Up Monday, June 26, 11:00 a.m.

Young Adults

Select Tuesdays, 3:00 p.m.

July 11, 18, 25

‡Intro to Coding

Select Wednesdays, 2:00 p.m.

June 7, 14, 21

Teen Action Group

Second Tuesdays, 4:30 p.m.

June 13, July 11, August 15

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Adults Thursday, June 22 and Thursday, July 27, 11:00 a.m.

Puzzle Swapr

All Ages/Families Monday, August 7, 11:00 a.m.

Once Upon a Crime

Adults Third Mondays, 2:00 p.m.

June 12, July 17, August 21

English Conversation

Third Tuesdays, 5:30 p.m.

June 20, July 18, August 15

Wildlife Center

Select Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m.

June 27, July 25

Grades 1 and Up Wednesday, July 19, 10:30 a.m.

All Ages Tuesday, July 25, 2:00 p.m.

Good Morning Story Time

Ages 3–6 with Caregiver Select Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.

June 21, 28, July 5, 26 August 2, 9, 16

Bedtime Stories

Ages 3–6 with Caregiver Select Mondays, 6:00 p.m.

June 26, July 31

Snack Tales

Ages K–5 Select Saturdays, 11:00 a.m.

July 8, 29

LEGO® Club

Grades K–5 Select Saturdays, 2:00 p.m.

July 1, August 12

PAWS for Reading

Ages 8–12 Select Wednesdays, 5:00 p.m.

June 7, July 12, August 2

June 20–August 10

*‡3D Printing Model Design

1–1 Resume Reviews

To Flush or Not to Flush

All Ages/Families Wednesday, July 12, 10:30 a.m.

Reading to Dogs

Ages 3 and Up Select Fridays, 2:00 p.m.

June 9, July 14

All Ages/Families Tuesday, June 6, 4:00 p.m.

Second and Fourth Mondays, 6:00 p.m.

June 12, 26, July 10, 24 August 14, 28

Young Adults

LEGO® Club

Adults

Reptile Encounter

Ages 6–11 Select Mondays, 4:30 p.m.

June 12, July 10, August 14

Grades K–5 Select Saturdays, 10:30 a.m.

June 17, July 15, August 19

‡Escape from the QZ–The Last of Us Inspired Escape Room

It’s Game Night!

Sips and Stories Stitcher’s Circle

Second Thursdays, 10:00 a.m.

June 8, July 13, August 10

‡Montclair Library Summer Garden Club All Ages Fourth Fridays, 10:30 a.m.

June 23, July 28, August 25

‡Watercolor Collaborative Third Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.

June 15, July 20, August 17

Writers’ Room

Wednesdays, 6:00 p.m.

June 14, July 12, August 9

Friends of Montclair Library Book Sale

Thursday, June 1, 5:00–7:00 p.m.: Members-Only Preview Book Sale Friday–Saturday, June 2–3 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.: Summer Book Sale

Nokesville Library Kids & Families

Summer Scares–Get Ready to Shiver

Dinosaurs with Dinoman

‡Dungeons & Dragons for Teens

To Flush or Not to Flush

Group A: Wednesdays, 4:00 p.m.

June 21, July 19, August 16 Group B: Tuesdays, 4:00 p.m.

June 6, July 11, August 8

‡Art Lab

Select Fridays, 2:30 p.m.

June 30, July 21

Perfect Match July 1–15

Super Smash Bros Tournament Monday, July 17, 4:30 p.m.

Navigating FAFSA

Young Adults/Adults Friday, July 14, 2:00 p.m.

Thursday, August 3, 3:00 p.m.

All Ages Wednesday, June 21, 10:30 a.m.

Grades 1 and Up Thursday, July 13, 10:30 a.m.

Sing Books with Emily

Ages 3–6 Thursday, July 20, 2:00 p.m.

Nature’s Community with Master Gardeners

Grades K–5 Tuesday, July 25, 10:30 a.m.

My Pet Alpaca

All Ages Thursday, August 3, 10:30 a.m.

Ident-a-Child

All Ages Wednesday, August 9, 10:30 a.m.

Explore Your Library

Quick Flip! Events by Branch Nokesville Family Field Day

All Ages/Families Saturday, August 12, 10:30 a.m.

Take and Make Crafts All Ages Ongoing

Adults

Crochet and Coffee

Third Wednesdays, 11:00 a.m.

July 19, August 16

Potomac Library Kids & Families

Potomac Monthly Reading Challenge All Ages/Families June 1–August 31

Beowulf T. Wonderbunny

All Ages Tuesday, June 20, 2:00 p.m.

‡Tie-Dye Tote Bags

All Ages/Families Saturday, June 24, 10:30 a.m.

Rock Painting

All Ages/Families Tuesday, July 11, 2:00 p.m.

Rock & Rhyme with Mr. Jon & Friends

Ages 3–6 Wednesday, July 12, 2:00 p.m.

Chesapeake Critters Cancelled All Ages Thursday, July 6, 10:30 a.m.

Sing Books with Emily

Ages 3–6 Tuesday, July 18, 10:30 a.m.

Build-a-Filter

Grades 1 and Up Friday, July 21, 10:30 a.m.

Zumbini

Ages 3–6 Monday, July 24, 10:30 a.m.

Seed Sam with Virginia Agriculture

All Ages Wednesday, July 26, 10:30 a.m.

Ident-a-Child

All Ages Monday, July 31, 10:30 a.m.

Wildlife Center

All Ages Tuesday, August 1, 2:00 p.m.

Electric Circuit Constellation

Ages 8–12 Thursday, August 3, 2:00 p.m.

Bubble-Palooza

All Ages/Families Monday, August 7, 10:30 a.m.

Preschool Time

Ages 3–6 Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.

June 22, 29, July 13, 20, 27 August 3, 10, 17

STEAM Stories: Potomac Grades K–5 Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.

June 21, 28, July 5, 19 August 2, 9, 16

Baby Playtime Extravaganza Ages 6–24 Months Friday, June 23, 10:30 a.m.

‡Sensory Friendly Story Time Ages 2–6 Tuesday, June 27, 10:30 a.m.

Young Adults

‡Play All Together Now with Aspen Black Tuesday, June 27, 2:30 p.m.

‡Suncatchers

Friday, July 7, 10:30 a.m.

Crochet for Teens

Thursday, July 20, 2:00 p.m.

Teen Bunny Cuddle

Wednesday, August 9, 2:00 p.m.

Adults

‡1–1 Resume Reviews

Thursday, June 1 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

‡DMV Connect

Friday, June 2 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Community Services Fair

Tuesday, June 6 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

‡LinkedIn Learning and Dinner Tuesday, June 13, 6:00–7:30 p.m.

‡AARP Job Workshop

Wednesday, June 14 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

Native Plants (Tree, Shrubs, and Others) for the Suburban Landscape with Master Gardeners

Saturday, June 17, 11:00 a.m.

‡The Art of Kokedama

Saturday, June 17, 2:00–4:00 p.m.

Tired of Traffic? Alternatives to Gridlock Thursday, June 22, 2:00 p.m.

Seals on Wheels

Saturday, June 24 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

‡LinkedIn Learning and Dinner– Making Your Mark Online in the Job Market Tuesday, July 11, 6:00–7:30 p.m.

Financial Glee Series–Legacy Protection Cancelled Wednesday, July 19, 6:00 p.m.

English Conversation Group Fridays, 12:30–2:00 p.m.

Puzzling with Purpose

All Ages/Families First and Fourth Saturdays, 12:30–2:00 p.m.

African American Book Group Saturday, June 10, 1:00 p.m.

Historical (Fiction) Book Discussion

Third Wednesdays, 1:00 p.m.

June 21, July 19, August 16

Brit Lit Book Club

Last Mondays, 1:00–2:30 p.m.

June 26, July 31, August 28

Books Alive: In-Person and Virtual

Select Mondays, 6:00 p.m.

June 26, August 28

‡Potomac Tech Help

Mondays, 1:00–2:00 p.m.

Tuesdays, 3:00–4:00 p.m.

Fridays, 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Summer 2023

Library Locations and Hours Off-Site Book Drops Virginia Gateway Shopping Center: 7400 Linton Hall Road, Gainesville James McCoart Admin Building: 1 County Complex, Woodbridge Manassas Commuter Rail Station: 9431 West Street, Manassas

Bull Run Library

8051 Ashton Avenue Manassas, VA 20109 703-792-4500 Monday–Wednesday: 10:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.

Thursday–Saturday: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Sunday: 1:00–5:00 p.m.

Curbside Pickup Hours: Monday–Thursday: 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Chinn Park Library

13065 Chinn Park Drive Woodbridge, VA 22192 703-792-4800 Monday–Wednesday: 10:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.

Thursday–Saturday: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Sunday: 1:00–5:00 p.m.

Curbside Pickup Hours: Monday–Thursday: 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Dumfries Library

18115 Triangle Shopping Plaza Dumfries, VA 22026 703-792-5678 Monday–Wednesday: 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

Thursday 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Friday–Saturday: 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

Sunday (starting September 18): Closed Curbside Pickup available by request only

Independent Hill Library

14418 Bristow Road Manassas, VA 20112 703-792-5668 Monday–Wednesday: 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

Thursday 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Friday–Saturday: 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

Sunday Closed Curbside Pickup available by request only

Manassas City Library

10104 Dumfries Road Manassas, VA 20110 703-792-8820 Monday–Wednesday: 10:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.

Thursday–Saturday: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Sunday Closed Curbside Pickup Hours: Monday–Thursday: 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Nokesville Library

12993 Fitzwater Drive Nokesville, VA 20181 703-792-5665 Monday–Wednesday: 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

Thursday 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Friday–Saturday: 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

Sunday Closed Curbside Pickup available by request only

Central Library

8601 Mathis Avenue Manassas, VA 20110 703-792-8360 Monday–Wednesday: 10:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.

Thursday–Saturday: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Sunday Closed Curbside Pickup Hours: Monday–Thursday: 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Dale City Library

4249 Dale Boulevard Dale City, VA 22193 703-792-5670 Monday–Wednesday: 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

Thursday 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Friday–Saturday: 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

Sunday Closed Curbside Pickup available by request only

Haymarket Gainesville Library

14870 Lightner Road Haymarket, VA 20169 703-792-8700 Monday–Wednesday: 10:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.

Thursday–Saturday: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Sunday Closed Curbside Pickup Hours: Monday–Thursday: 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Lake Ridge Library

2239 Old Bridge Road Woodbridge, VA 22192 703-792-5675 Monday–Wednesday: 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

Thursday 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Friday–Saturday: 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

Sunday Closed Curbside Pickup available by request only

Montclair Library

5049 Waterway Drive Dumfries, VA 22025 703-792-8740 Monday–Wednesday: 10:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.

Thursday–Saturday: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Sunday Closed Curbside Pickup Hours: Monday–Thursday: 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Potomac Library

2201 Opitz Boulevard Woodbridge, VA 22191 703-792-8330 Monday–Wednesday: 10:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.

Thursday–Saturday: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Sunday Closed Curbside Pickup Hours: Monday–Thursday: 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

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