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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.

Library Information

Library

Advisory Board Meetings

The next meetings of the Library Advisory Board will be on March 27, April 24, and May 22. March and May meetings will be held in the Administrative Support Center’s Trustee Conference Room. April's meeting will be held at Bull Run 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

Library Newsletter

Get the best of Explore straight to your inbox! Our monthly newsletter gives you a quick overview of our top events and resources so you’ll be in the know. Visit pwcva.gov/library/emailnewsletters to sign up today.

Library Closings

MARCH

No Holidays

APRIL

Saturday, April 19: Holiday Weekend–All libraries closed

Sunday, April 20: Easter Observed–All libraries closed

MAY

Saturday, May 24: Holiday Weekend–All libraries closed

Sunday, May 25: Holiday Weekend–All libraries closed

Monday, May 26: Memorial Day Holiday Observed–All libraries closed

Library Foundation

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

Friends of the Libraries

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

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

Celebrating One Year of the Mobile Library!

This spring marks a special milestone for our library and our community–the one-year anniversary of the Mobile Library! Over the past year, we have traveled thousands of miles, visited neighborhoods, senior centers, recreation centers, preschools, homeless shelters, the Prince William County Public Schools Global Welcome Center, Boys & Girls Clubs, schools, and connected with so many of you in new and meaningful ways.

The Mobile Library was born from a vision: to bring books, technology, and library services beyond our walls and directly to you. Thanks to your enthusiasm and support, it has become more than just a vehicle–it’s a symbol

National Library Week 2025

of accessibility, discovery, and community connection.

We’ve shared stories under the open sky, helped children sign up for their first library cards, introduced new digital resources, and provided a welcoming space for lifelong learning. Whether you’ve browsed the shelves, attended a pop-up program, or simply waved as we drove by, you’ve been part of this journey.

Here’s to another year of adventure on the road–bringing the library to you, wherever you are.

Drawn to the Library

Millions of people across the country visit their libraries every week. What’s the draw? Everything. From young families stopping in for play and story time, to students sketching out their next creative project in our makerspaces, to seniors seeking tech help and everyone in between, libraries of all kinds help us connect the dots from one part of our journey to the next.

Chart your next literary adventure by browsing the stacks or joining a book club. Let an author color your imagination at an author talk, outline your big business idea with the

Mobile Library Stats: March 2024–January 2025

Mobile Library Stops: 182

People Reached at Mobile Library Stops: 6,576

People Who Signed Up for a Library Card at Mobile Library Stops: 327

Info Questions at Mobile Library Stops: 2,736 Miles Traveled: 4,712

You to Our Volunteers

help of MAGIC, or trace your history at RELIC. Make your mark and get involved with your library by volunteering or spreading the word.

Whatever draws you in, Prince William Public Libraries has something for everyone. Celebrate National Library Week, April 6–12, 2025.

Prince William Public Libraries celebrates Volunteer Appreciation Month by recognizing our volunteers and their dedication and passion for volunteerism.

We want to express our deepest gratitude to all our volunteers. Your contribution to library service and your impact on our community is invaluable. With your help, PWPL can fulfill its vision of being the hub connecting people to the transforming power of information.

In Fiscal Year 2024, PWPL had 586 volunteers who logged 10,196 hours! Volunteers help with library programs, Friends of Library book sales, and even caring for Squirt. Vet tech James from Ridge Lake Animal Hospital has been volunteering to clean Squirt's tank at Chinn Park Library since summer 2023, and Squirt loves him.

Are you interested in making a difference? Learn more about volunteer opportunities at Prince William Public Libraries on PWPL's Volunteer page at pwcva.gov/library.

PWPL Commemorates VA250 with Special Programs

This spring and summer, RELIC at Central Library will host art-related programs and activities related to the American Revolution and the theme of "Revolution of Ideas." The programs will explore the history of textile crafts, their importance during the American Revolution, and how they evolved from practical activities to modern art forms. The programs will focus on traditional fiber arts from the 18th century to the modern-day artform.

The spring programs include Beaded Lace Cowl Workshop on March 21, Felting the Blue Ridge Mountains on March 28, Embroidery and Cross Stitch Workshop on April 11, and Virginia Flora, Fauna, and Fungi in Felt on April 12. All programs require registration, so don’t miss the opportunity to register at pwcva.gov/library.

This project was supported, in part, by the Virginia Commission for the Arts and the Virginia American Revolution 250 Commission (VA250) to provide one-time programmatic support for arts activities that explore the themes of “Revolution of Ideas,” capture stories that commemorate the Revolutionary War, and demonstrate

the impact of revolutionary ideas on our world today.

Established by the General Assembly to commemorate Virginia’s role in the 250th anniversary of American independence (July 4, 2026), the VA250 will mark the nation’s semiquincentennial by bringing Virginians together to learn more about Virginia’s key role in shaping the nation.

RELIC’s programs aim to engage our community in learning about the central role Prince William County played in building a new nation. Prince William County became the first county in Virginia to formally protest the Coercive Acts by the British government by passing the “Prince William Resolves” in June 1774. Prince William County has 12 sites designated as part of the Revolutionary War History Trail. In addition, several sections of the King’s Highway are now parks where people can enjoy nature and learn about history.

Where childhood memories are made. We are committed to providing your child a safe environment along with caring and experienced camp counselors and fun-filled days. Offering specialty camps from arts to sports plus everything in between and full day traditional style summer camps with popular themes each week all for ages 3-17 throughout the county.

Lit Con 2025: Your Ultimate Guide to Events, Activities, and New Reads

Last year's first-ever Lit Con was a huge success, helping to introduce thousands of people to graphic novels and manga. Prince William Public Libraries is excited to bring Lit Con back from April 21–May 4. This year's Lit Con will once again celebrate and feature these genres with programs, activities, and fun for all ages.

Highlights include Super Art Fight, Mod Podge Mania, Dice Delight, and more. Program details are available on pages 7–8.

If you're interested in reading more manga series and graphic novels, here are new titles that just hit our shelves:

A classic manga, "Orochi," was published almost 55 years ago. A connected series of short stories rather than a single story like most manga, "Orochi" was written by Kazuo Muezu and is considered one of the most notable horror mangas ever published. The original nine stories have recently been republished in a four-volume set.

A new graphic novel series for young readers, the "Mapmakers" series has three volumes so far. This series follows

a young girl named Alidade who lives in a land called "the Valley." Alidade discovers a magic map that gives her access to knowledge and power and starts her on a quest to save her home. This series is a great introduction to fantasy for kids.

One of the most popular manga of the recent past was the 72-volume "Naruto." We already carried this series, but recently, we acquired some

replacements for missing volumes. We have also begun carrying the sequel, "Boruto," featuring the titular character, who is the son of Naruto. This series is up to 23 volumes, with more to come.

Some other long-running and familiar manga series are getting new volumes and new copies to fill in gaps–that includes the "Yu-Gi-Oh!" manga series, which finished over 20 years ago but continues to find new readers, so we have added new copies for missing volumes.

There are many other new manga series and graphic novels for all ages, including adventure, mystery, horror, romance, and more. Discover a whole new way of reading! Place a hold on any of the titles mentioned in our Online Catalog at pwcva.gov/library or stop by one of our libraries to browse and see what titles interest you.

Flip through the pages of Explore to see more than 30 Lit Con programs coming to you in two action-packed weeks, including Take and Makes and “Free Comic Book Day” programs on Saturday, May 3, at Dumfries and Manassas City Library. Search “Lit Con” in our Online Events Calendar to plan your experience!

Something Exciting is Growing at Haymarket Gainesville

Little plants are sprouting between the Haymarket Gainesville Library and Bushy Park House. As they grow, these plants will serve a new purpose–they are kitchen plants growing in the new Kitchen Garden, the first of its kind for PWPL.

PWPL was awarded a ChangeX grant, funded by the Nickelodeon Our World US Community Fund, to establish a kitchen garden to educate the community about local history, gardening, and sustainability.

The Kitchen Garden is next to the Bushy Park Historic Site, a historical farm and house from the 1790s. The site is managed by the Prince William Office of Historic Preservation and is in the process of restoration.

Haymarket Gainesville Library aims to contribute to this restoration, and therefore, the Kitchen Garden will simulate a garden Bushy Park’s

residents used to have. The garden will allow community members to learn about farming in the past and gardening in the present and discover the benefits of gardening and buying locally.

Haymarket Gainesville Library will offer hands-on educational opportunities to people of all ages, such as learning how to grow a kitchen garden and exploring herbs and vegetables and historical recipes using them. Community members will have an opportunity to assist with gardening tasks and receive produce from the garden while learning about plants, herbs, and vegetables.

Haymarket Gainesville Library has collaborated with the Prince William Office of Historic Preservation and Master Gardeners from the Virginia Cooperative Extension to select the plants and design the garden and will work with them and other partners to offer programs related to the Kitchen Garden.

Kitchen Garden is yet another successful outdoor project at Haymarket Gainesville Library. The library already has a pollinator garden and a story trail, both funded by grants and sponsorships from ChangeX, Sentara Health, Friends of the Haymarket Gainesville Library, and other community friends and donors.

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.

Your Library Offers So Much More!

U.S. Passport Services: Available at Central, Haymarket Gainesville, and Potomac Libraries by appointment.

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.

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

Ruth E. Lloyd Information Center (RELIC)

Genealogy and Local History: Located at Central Library, RELIC offers specialized staff assistance of resources concentrated on local history and family history support. Contact: librelic@pwcgov.org or 703-792-8380.

Makerspace: 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

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. Books are picked up from the book drops once a week. Please allow at least one week for them to be checked in. Place holds on materials through the Online Catalog, in person, or by phone. You can have up to 20 holds at a time.

PWPL introduced automatic renewals beginning July 1, 2024. Automatic renewal removes the need to manage eligible renewals of physical materials in your library account. Items eligible for renewal will be listed in notices three days before their due date and will automatically renew for the full three weeks from the due date. Items will auto-renew up to four times as long as they are still eligible. Read more about automatic renewals at pwcva.gov/library.

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

PWPL does not charge 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.

Library Locations and Hours

Monday–Wednesday: 10:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m. Thursday–Saturday: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Sunday: Closed Sunday, BR and CP Only: 1:00–5:00 p.m. Curbside Pick Up available by request only

Bull Run Library

8051 Ashton Avenue Manassas, VA 20109

703-792-4500

Central Library 8601 Mathis Avenue Manassas, VA 20110

703-792-8360

Chinn Park Library

13065 Chinn Park Drive Woodbridge, VA 22192

703-792-4800

Haymarket Gainesville Library 14870 Lightner Road Haymarket, VA 20169

703-792-8700

Manassas City Library 10104 Dumfries Road Manassas, VA 20110

703-792-8820

Montclair Library 5049 Waterway Drive Dumfries, VA 22025

703-792-8740

Potomac Library 2201 Opitz Boulevard Woodbridge, VA 22191

703-792-8330

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 Pick Up available by request only

Dale City Library 4249 Dale Boulevard Dale City, VA 22193 703-792-5670

Dumfries Library 18115 Triangle Shopping Plaza Dumfries, VA 22026 703-792-5678

Independent Hill Library 14418 Bristow Road Manassas, VA 20112 703-792-5668

Lake Ridge Library 2239 Old Bridge Road Woodbridge, VA 22192 703-792-5675

Nokesville Library 12993 Fitzwater Drive Nokesville, VA 20181 703-792-5665

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

Children:

*8-Bit Art with Perler Beads: Bull Run

Grades K–8

Select Mondays

March 31, 1:00 p.m.

April 21, 2:00 p.m.

Make a design to take home using Perler beads.

Graphic Novel Shrink Art Take and Make: Dumfries

Ages 3–12

April 21–26

Make a keychain with a popular graphic novel character out of shrink plastic. Parents will need to help with this craft; an oven is needed to heat and shrink the plastic. Take and Makes are available while supplies last.

Graphic Novel Character Scavenger Hunt: Lake Ridge

All Ages

April 21–30

Play hide and seek with your favorite graphic novel characters! Find characters from various graphic novels, comics, and manga hidden around the library and get a prize once you find them all.

Star Wars vs. Star Trek: Lake Ridge

All Ages

April 28–May 3

Are you a die-hard Star Wars fan? Or does your allegiance lie with Star Trek? Vote for your favorite fandom and be entered to win a gift card to BoxLunch.

*Create-Your-Own-Comic Contest: Manassas City

Grades K–5

April 21–May 3

Unleash your creativity and design an original comic featuring your unique characters and storylines for a chance to win an awesome prize and have your work showcased in the library.

Lit Con 2025

Create a Superhero Cape: Manassas City

All Ages

April 21–May 3

Design your own superhero cape by customizing a cape cut-out and we will use it to decorate the service desk while supplies last.

*Supervillain Scavenger Hunt: Manassas City

Grades K–5

April 21–May 3

Use your detective skills to find hidden villains by following a series of tricky clues. Each clue will lead you closer to uncovering the secret hiding spots of some sneaky supervillains. Can you find them before they escape?

*Build-A-Hero Take and Make: Manassas City

Grades K–5

Tuesday, April 22, All Day

Take this kit home and make your very own superhero while supplies last.

Manga Picture Frames Craft: Dumfries

All Ages/Families

Saturday, April 26, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

We’ll show you how to use Mod Podge to decorate a 4” x 6” wooden picture frame with manga and graphic novel illustrations while supplies last.

Fandom Funday: Craft a SUPER Creation: Haymarket Gainesville

Ages 8 and Up

Saturday, April 26, 10:30 a.m.

Utilizing a diamond art keychain kit, Cricut Heat Press, and Button Maker, you will see and make Pokémon keychains, a tote bag, and create your own unique button while supplies last.

Super Art Fight

All Ages/Families

Haymarket Gainesville: Saturday, April 26, 2:00 p.m.

Montclair: Saturday, May 3, 2:00 p.m.

Super Art Fight is the greatest live art competition in the known universe where two or more artists battle against each other on a giant canvas. You be the judge and help determine the winner of the Art Fight!

*Batman’s Library Lair Day: Manassas City

All Ages/Families

Saturday, April 26, 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Immerse yourself in a world of passive Batman-themed crafts, sensory pathways, scavenger hunts, and more. There’s sure to be an adventure for every caped crusader.

Lit Con 2025

Creating Good Characters with Mr. Todd

Ages 8 and Up

Potomac: Saturday, April 26, 2:00 p.m.

Haymarket Gainesville: Saturday, May 3, 2:00 p.m.

Discover how creating graphic novels can open new worlds and be a fun way to express yourself. Led by Mr. Todd, a published graphic novel author. Registration required.

*Star Wars Scavenger Hunt: Chinn Park

All Ages

April 28–May 4

Star Wars fans are invited to drop into the library to celebrate Star Wars Day with a scavenger hunt. Costumes are welcome! May the fourth be with you.

Free Comic Book Day: Dumfries

All Ages/Families

Saturday, May 3, 10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.

Pick up a free comic book for Free Comic Book Day! A selection of comics is available for all age ranges. Limit one comic per person while supplies last.

Free Comic Book Day Giveaway: Manassas City

All Ages

Saturday, May 3, All Day

Celebrate Free Comic Book Day at the library by browsing our selection of FREE comic books. One comic per person while supplies last. Comics were donated by Comics & Gaming Outpost in Gainesville.

*May the Fourth: Star Wars Take and Makes: Bull Run

All Ages/Families

Sunday, May 4, 1:00–4:30 p.m.

Come in and pick up your Star Wars craft kits. First come, first served while supplies last.

May The Fourth Be With You: A Star Wars Celebration: Haymarket Gainesville

All Ages/Families

Saturday, May 3, 10:00 a.m.

Use the Library, Luke! Celebrate Star Wars with us for the final day of Lit Con. There will be games, crafts, and more! Please feel free to come in costume.

Young Adults:

*Dungeons & Dragons for Teens: Bull Run

Ages 13–18

Select Saturdays, 2:00 p.m.

March 15, April 5, May 3

Play Dungeons & Dragons at Bull Run Library. Pull up a chair, roll some dice, and explore a world full of magic, monsters, and adventure. Registration required.

*Superhero Sketch Contest: Manassas City

Grades 6–12

April 21–May 3

Design your own original superhero, complete with a name, powers, and a stunning sketch. Enter for a chance to win a prize and see your superhero celebrated at the library!

*Superhero Bottle Cap Pins Take and Make: Manassas City

Grades 6–12

Tuesday, April 22, All Day

Take this kit home and make your very own superhero bottle cap pin to sport on your backpack or shirt while supplies last.

Mod Podge Mania

Grades 6–12

Montclair: Tuesday, April 22, 4:00 p.m.

Central: Monday, April 28, 5:30 p.m.

Bull Run: Tuesday, April 29, 5:00 p.m.

Haymarket Gainesville: Wednesday, April 30, 6:00 p.m.

Join us for a creative and fun workshop where teens can transform manga book pages into personalized works of art! In this hands-on activity, participants will use Mod Podge to adhere their favorite manga pages to wood shapes, frames, or placards. All materials are provided—just bring your creativity!

*Hooked on Superheroes: Bull Run

Grades 6–12

Monday, April 28, 5:30 p.m.

Learn how to crochet a superhero mask to wear during Lit Con! First come, first served while supplies last.

Young

Adults/Adults: Dice Delight

Haymarket Gainesville: Monday, April 21, 5:30 p.m.

Bull Run: Tuesday, April 22, 6:00 p.m.

Montclair: Wednesday, April 30, 5:00 p.m.

Make tabletop game dice sets with us! Design and create your own dice sets with ease and precision. Registration required.

Thank You to Our Sponsors

*Japanese Bookbinding: Chinn Park

Saturday, April 26, 2:30 p.m.

Have you ever wanted to make your own book? Learn how books were made in Japan’s Edo period without any glue for the binding. Registration required.

Manga Keychain Take and Make: Dumfries

April 28–May 3

Make a custom manga or graphic novel keychain with shrink plastic. Trace or draw your favorite character or kawaii image onto the plastic, bake in the oven briefly, then show off your work on your jacket or backpack while supplies last.

Cosplay Power Hour

Chinn Park: Saturday, May 3, 1:00 p.m.

Bull Run: Saturday, April 26, 10:30 a.m.

Learn tips and techniques from fellow cosplayers, showcase your unique creations, and be inspired by the incredible talent within our community.

Adults:

*Comics & Crafts: Bull Run

Wednesday, April 28, 3:30 p.m.

Upcycle pages of old comic books by creating customized coasters with Mod Podge. Work on this craft while you discuss your favorite comics and graphic novels with fellow fans.

Blue Heeler Party: Potomac

All Ages/Families

Saturday, March 1, 10:30 a.m.

Join us for activities celebrating your favorite Australian dogs! Feel free to wear your best granny costumes for keepy-uppy, Rug Island, and other fun games.

Little Rangers

Ages 3–6

Dale City: Wednesday, March 5, 10:30 a.m.

Montclair: Wednesday, March 12, 10:30 a.m.

Chinn Park: Friday, March 28, 10:30 a.m.

Potomac: Monday, April 21, 10:30 a.m.

Lake Ridge: Tuesday, April 29, 10:30 a.m.

Dumfries: Monday, May 5, 10:30 a.m.

Rangers from Leesylvania State Park will take your little ones on a fun nature experience with reading, music, games, and more following the Growing Up Wild Curriculum.

Pi/Pie Day Scavenger Hunt: Lake Ridge

All Ages

March 14–22

Join us for our fun-filled Pie Day celebration and participate in our exciting Pie Day Scavenger Hunt.

Culture Connection–Japan

All Ages

Central: Saturday, March 15, 11:00 a.m.

Potomac: Saturday, April 5, 10:30 a.m.

Explore new cultures in your local library featuring traditions and customs of our diverse staff.

*Chick Eggstravaganza: Manassas City

Saturday, March 15, 2:00 p.m.

All Ages/Families

Join us as we celebrate the exciting journey of baby chicks, explore their early life stages, and learn all about the fascinating world of chickens.

Model Railroad with the Prince William Model Railroad Club

All Ages

Chinn Park: March 21–22

Haymarket Gainesville: May 9–10

Train lovers of all ages enjoy this extensive exhibit of model railroads. Watch trains chug down the tracks and chat with engineers and enthusiasts from the Prince William Model Railroad Club.

*Codebreakers Escape Room: Bull Run

Ages 8–12

Saturday, March 22, 2:00 p.m.

Work as a team to break codes and unlock our escape room chest. What treasures await you inside? Registration required.

Lifelong Learning with PWC K-9 Unit: Central

All Ages/Families

Tuesday, April 1, 1:00 p.m.

Meet First Sergeant Michael Szalach and K-9 Apollo from the Prince William County Police Department. Learn about their experiences on the job. Patrons WILL NOT be able to pet the K-9 on duty.

An Afternoon with Valley Vibe: Haymarket Gainesville

Saturday, April 5, 1:00–4:00 p.m.

Join us for an afternoon of popular music from Sinatra to the Beatles and beyond! Local trio Valley Vibe will take us on a musical journey that includes backstories of the songs, songwriters, and musicians behind some of our best-loved music.

Potomac Library’s 50th Birthday Party: Potomac

All Ages/Families

Saturday, April 5, 12:00–4:00 p.m.

Join us for a family-fun party celebrating 50 years of service to the Potomac community.

*Life-Size Candyland: Montclair

All Ages/Families

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

Enjoy a trip around the gameboard of a life-size Candyland! First come, first served until capacity is reached.

Outdoor Rhythm and Rhyme: Bull Run

Ages 0–6

Saturday, April 12, 10:30 a.m.

Join us on the lawn to celebrate National Poetry Month as we rhyme along with drums, rhythm sticks, and bells. Event canceled in the case of inclement weather.

KIDS and FAMILIES

Special Events TALKING to the AUTHOR

Tracy Banghart

*The Jenny Foxworth Talking to the Author Program: Chinn Park

All Ages

Saturday, April 12, 2:00 p.m.

Meet Tracy Banghart, author of “Love Like Chocolate,” as we announce the winners of our Bookmark Contest.

A Springtastic Scavenger Hunt: Chinn Park

All Ages

April 14–18

During spring break, celebrate spring with a scavenger hunt that’s perfect for a rainy day.

*Pete the Cat’s Groovy Library Party: Chinn Park

All Ages

Friday, April 18, 10:30 a.m.

Calling all cool cats–have a groovy time at the library as we celebrate Pete the Cat. There will be stories, crafts, a scavenger hunt, and singing and dancing. As Pete says, “It’s all good!”

*Bull Run Library Airlines–Now Boarding!: Bull Run

Ages 2 and Up

Monday, April 21, 10:30 a.m.

Take to the skies at our imaginary airport! Get a passport, pack a suitcase, and board a simulated flight to learn the basics of air travel.

Spring Festival on Central Green: Central

All Ages/Families

Saturday, April 26, 12:00–2:00 p.m.

Join us for our annual Spring Festival on Central Green! Learn how to care for our planet from local organizations, enjoy free giveaways and crafts, and pet a few furry friends.

Stuffed

Animal Sleepover: Montclair

All Ages/Families

Friday, March 28, 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

Drop off your favorite stuffed animal to the library by 2:00 p.m. on Friday, March 28, for a fun sleepover adventure overnight in the library. Pick up your stuffed animal on Saturday, March 29, at 10:30 a.m. at Stuffed Animal Story Time.

Stuffed

Animal Slumber Party: Lake Ridge

All Ages

Friday, May 9, All Day

Celebrate National Sleepover Day by participating in Lake Ridge’s Stuffed Animal Sleepover! Drop off your favorite plushie by 2:00 p.m. on Friday, then pick them up on Saturday when you can see pictures of all their adventures while sitting in on our special sleepover story time! Registration required.

Find Otis and Beau!: Lake Ridge

All Ages

May 27–31

Celebrate National Otter Day with us by finding our Otter Mascots, Otis and Beau, hiding in the library. Once you find them, enter to win a copy of “Little by Little” by Amber Stewart and Layn Marlow.

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

Ages 6–24 Months

Tuesdays:

Chinn Park: 10:30 a.m.

March 4, 11, 18, 25

April 1, 8, 22, 29

May 6

Dumfries: Third Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m.

March 18, April 15, May 20

Wednesdays:

Haymarket Gainesville: 10:30 a.m.

Registration required.

Thursdays:

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

March 6, 13, 20, 27

April 3, 10, 24

May 1, 8

Potomac: 10:30 a.m.

Toddler Story Time

Ages 18–36 Months, Siblings Welcome

Tuesdays:

Haymarket Gainesville: 10:30 a.m.

Lake Ridge: 10:30 a.m.

Wednesdays:

Central: Select Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.

March 5, 19, 26

April 2, 16, 23

May 14

Siblings welcome.

Potomac: 10:30 a.m.

Thursdays:

Chinn Park: 10:30 a.m.

March 6, 13, 20, 27

April 3, 10, 24

May 1, 8

Manassas City: 11:00 a.m.

Special Story Times

Hair-Free Horace! Story Time: Montclair

All Ages/Families

Saturday, March 1, 10:30 a.m.

Meet local author Sharley Sloss and learn more about acceptance and alopecia as she reads her children’s book, “Hair-Free Horace! My Alopecia Adventure.”

Language and Literacy Baby/Toddler Story Time: Lake Ridge

Ages 6–36 Months

Tuesday, March 4, 10:30 a.m.

Join our friends from Pediatric Achievements as they host our story time! They’ll read a story, teach parents how to play with their children to develop language skills, and show parents how to use books to expand on early literacy.

Kids Chess Club: Bull Run

All Ages

Select Tuesdays, 3:00 p.m.

March 4, 18

April 1, 15

May 20

Practice your chess skills! Kids Chess Club is for all ages and skill levels who already know how to play. Every meeting, we will also read one chapter of “Story Time Chess,” recommended for ages 3–7. Story Time Chess teaches kids about the pieces and how they move.

Preschool Story Time

Ages 3–6

Mondays:

Potomac: 10:30 a.m.

Tuesdays:

Bull Run: Select Tuesdays, 1:30 p.m.

March 4, 11, 18, 25

April 1, 8, 22, 29

May 6

Independent Hill: Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m.

Wednesdays:

Chinn Park: Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.

March 5, 12, 19, 26

April 2, 9, 23, 30

May 7

Thursdays:

Central: Select Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.

March 6, 20

April 3

May 1

Siblings welcome.

Haymarket Gainesville: 10:30 a.m.

Read Across America Story Time: Central

All Ages/Families

Thursday, March 6, 10:30 a.m.

Join us for a special story time celebrating Read Across America.

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 social media, or check with your branch.

KIDS and FAMILIES

Saturday Story Hour and Craft: Chinn Park

All Ages/Families

Saturdays, 10:30 a.m.

March 8, April 12, May 10

Join us for stories and a simple craft, the building blocks for family fun.

Good Morning Story Time: Montclair

Ages 3–6

Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m.

March 11, 18, 25

April 1, 8, 22, 29

May 6

Honeybee Story Time: Potomac

Ages 3–6

Wednesday, March 12, 10:30 a.m.

Stories, songs, and early literacy stations all about honeybees!

Manassas Museum Story Time–Train Tales for Tots: Manassas City

Ages 18–36 Months

Wednesday, March 12, 11:00 a.m.

Our friends from Manassas Museum will join us at Manassas City Library for a special story time! Children will enjoy train-themed books, songs, finger play, and a train-themed activity that sparks curiosity and imagination.

Wonder Wanders Story Time, Craft, and Hike: Independent Hill

All Ages/Families

Select Saturdays, 10:30 a.m.

March 8, 15, 22

April 5, 26

May 3, 10, 17, 31

A certified Master Naturalist and local preschool director will lead preschoolers and their parents on a story time hike on Independent Hill Library’s Story Trail. There will be a small craft to do after every hike! In the event of bad weather, this story time and hike will be canceled.

Pajama Story Time: Haymarket Gainesville

All Ages/Families

Select Wednesdays, 7:00–7:30 p.m.

March 12, April 9, May 7

Join us in the story time circle for bedtime stories and songs. Pajamas and stuffed animals are highly recommended.

Unity in Stories: Montclair

Grades K–5

Saturday, March 15, 10:00 a.m.

Friday, April 18, 10:00 a.m.

Saturday, May 17, 10:00 a.m.

The “Unity in Stories” program is an initiative organized by the leaders of the Black Student Union at Colgan High School, designed to engage local youth with books that celebrate the Black Experience. Each month, we will share a fun story and activity.

Magic Ball of Light Story Time: Montclair

All Ages/Families

Saturday, March 22, 10:30 a.m.

Meet local author Margie Hamner as she reads a chapter from her new children’s book, “Magic Ball of Light: Summer Camp,” and lets participants create their own mini ball of light with a fun, hands-on activity.

Starlight Stories: Bull Run

All Ages/Families

Select Mondays, 6:30 p.m.

March 24, April 28

Join us for an evening story time with books, rhymes, and songs. Pajamas and stuffed animals welcome!

Stuffed Animal Story Time: Montclair

All Ages/Families

Saturday, March 29, 10:30 a.m.

Bring a stuffed animal buddy (or collect yours if they stayed in the library overnight) and learn all about their sleepover adventure at the library at this special story time.

Spanish Story Times

Me Gusta Spanish: Central All Ages/Families

Select Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.

March 12, April 9, May 7

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.

Spanish Circle Time/El Circulo de Cuentos en Español

All Ages

Bull Run: Second Mondays, 6:30 p.m.

March 10, April 14, May 12

Chinn Park: First Mondays, 11:00 a.m.

March 3, April 7, May 5

Dale City: Second Mondays, 10:30 a.m.

March 10, April 14, May 12

Dumfries: Select Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m. April 1, May 6

Haymarket Gainesville: Third Mondays, 10:30 a.m.

March 17, April 21, May 19

Lake Ridge: Saturday, May 31, 10:30 a.m.

Potomac: Select Fridays, 10:30 a.m. April 18, May 9

Spanish Circle Time/ El Circulo de Cuentos en Español features stories and songs in Spanish presented by Miss Roxana.

Bilingual Toddler Story Time: Lake Ridge

Ages 18–36 Months

Third Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m.

March 18, April 15, May 20

Join us for a fun toddler story time in English and Spanish! ¡Únase a nosotros para una divertida hora de cuentos en inglés y en español!

*Hora del Cuento en Español: Manassas City

Viernes, marzo 28, abril 25, 11:00 a.m.

Fridays, March 28, April 25, 11:00 a.m.

Edades/Ages 18–36 meses/months

Disfrute cuentos, rimas y canciones en español, finalizando con 30 minutos para jugar y socializar. Enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs in Spanish, followed by 30 minutes for play and socialization.

KIDS and FAMILIES

Family Story Time

Central:

All Ages/Families

Select Saturdays, 10:30 a.m.

March 22, April 12

Dale City:

Ages 6 Months–6 Years

Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.

Join us for stories, songs, and fun at this story time for combined ages.

*Dumfries:

Ages 24 Months–6 Years

Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.

Join us for 30 minutes of books, music, movement, play, and community. Siblings welcome.

Nokesville:

Ages 2–6

Fourth Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.

March 27, April 24, May 22, May 29

Join us for puppets, songs, stories, and play.

Practice reading aloud while you make a new friend by reading to a therapy dog at the library. Reading to Dogs helps young readers in grades K–5 improve their skills in a relaxed, friendly environment. Bring your own book or read one of ours.

Haymarket Gainesville: Saturdays, 10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

March 1, April 5, May 3

Nokesville: First Saturdays, 10:30 a.m.

March 1, April 5, May 3

Central: Select Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.

March 5, April 9, May 7

Chinn Park: Wednesdays, 4:00 p.m.

March 12, 26

April 9, 23

May 7

Puzzling with a Purpose: Potomac

All Ages/Families

First Saturdays, 12:30–2:00 p.m.

March 1, April 5, May 3

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

*Kids Take and Make Crafts: Independent Hill

Monthly

All Ages/Families

Stop by Independent Hill to pick up your seasonal craft kit while supplies last.

Mugs for Mom

Grades 4–12

Dumfries: Saturday, March 15, 10:30 p.m.

Bull Run: Sunday, April 6, 2:00 p.m.

Lake Ridge: Saturday, May 3, 10:30 a.m.

Central: Wednesday, May 7, 5:30 p.m.

Give Mom a special keepsake mug! Using the Cricut Mug Press, we will transfer your best artwork onto a mug that she will treasure. All equipment and materials will be provided.

Your artwork here

Music and Motion

Join us for songs, dancing, and movement to get those wiggles out! Designed for ages 2–7.

Central: Select Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.

March 13, 27

April 10, 24

May 8

Nokesville: Second Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.

March 13, April 10, May 8

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

March 7, 14, 21, 28

April 4, 11, 25

May 2, 9

Chinn Park: Select Fridays, 10:30 a.m.

March 7, April 4, May 2

Reading to Dogs

Independent Hill: Select Mondays, 4:30 p.m.

March 10, 24

April 14, 28

May 12

Lake Ridge: Select Saturdays, 10:30 a.m.

March 15, April 12, May 17

Dumfries: Third Mondays, 4:30 p.m.

March 17, April 21, May 19

Bull Run: Select Wednesdays, 5:00 p.m.

March 19, April 16

Read with a furry friend from Manassas Therapy Dogs. Sign up for a 15-minute reading slot starting at 4:00 p.m. Drop in, register at desk.

Crafts and Activities

KIDS and FAMILIES

Crafts and Activities

Seasonal Take and Make Crafts for Kids: Lake Ridge

Grades K–5

Select Fridays, All Day

March 21, April 18, May 16

Grab a Take and Make craft to unleash your artistic side and explore your imagination while supplies last.

Take and Make Crafts: Nokesville

All Ages

Ongoing

Pick up a Take and Make Kit to complete at home while supplies last.

GIVE Tutoring: Bull Run

Grades K–6

Select Sundays, 1:30–3:30 p.m.

March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

April 6, 27

May 4, 11, 18

Free tutoring for students in grades K–6 in math, science, and reading. To request a free tutoring session for a student, please email bullrun.center@giveyouth.org. GIVE is a nonprofit organization started and run by high school students.

Building Buddies: Celebrating Diverse-ABILITIES @ the Library: Haymarket Gainesville

All Ages/Families

Mondays, 5:00 p.m.

March 3, April 7, May 5

Meet up for this inclusive program where we are building friendships, networks, and fun for our diverse, special needs communities. We will play games, talk, and read. Everyone is welcome! Contact Ncolebank@pwcgov.org if you have questions or need more information. Registration required.

Pokémon Club: Bull Run

Grades K–5

Select Tuesdays, 5:00 p.m.

March 5, April 1, May 6

Join us 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!

Pokémon Club: Haymarket

Gainesville

Grades K–12

Second and Fourth Mondays, 5:30 p.m.

March 10, 24

April 14, 28

May 12

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.

Crafty Littles: Nokesville

Ages 2–6

First Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.

March 6, April 3, May 1

Enjoy fun crafts just right for little hands.

Skill Builders: Haymarket

Gainesville

Ages 3–5

Fridays, 10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Get ready for kindergarten with our interactive skill-building program. Drop in and work on fun activities that promote literacy, learning, and skills needed for school.

Stay and Play: Bull Run

All Ages/Families

Saturday, March 8, 10:30 a.m.

We have a large selection of games available for all ages. Sign one out to play in the library with friends or family.

*Little Makers: Central Ages 3–11

Select Mondays, 10:30 a.m. March 10, April 14, May 12

Registration required. Please register each attendee individually.

*Crafternoon: Bull Run

Grades K–5

Select Wednesdays, 5:00 p.m.

March 12, April 9, May 7

Join us each month for a different kidfriendly craft.

Toddler’s Construction Club: Montclair   Ages 18–36 Months

Second Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.

March 13, April 10, May 8

Let’s build friendships and whatever we want to create at this engineering-themed program just for little builders. We will have Duplo and other building materials available.

*Crafternoon: Dumfries

All Ages/Families

Thursdays, 11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Do you feel like doing a bit of crafting? Stop in the library, take a break, and let your creativity out! As supplies last.

*Kind Kids Yoga with Ms. Shelley: Chinn Park

Ages 1–6 with Caregiver Fridays, 10:30 a.m.

March 14, April 11, May 9

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.

FUN Time with Paint: Dale City

All Ages/Families

Third Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

March 18, April 15, May 20

Join us for an hour of painting. First come, first served until capacity is reached and while supplies last.

*Science Club: Montclair

Ages 8–12

Third Mondays, 5:00 p.m.

March 17, April 21

Learn about a science concept and do a fun, hands-on science activity.

TWEEN STEAM: Central

Ages 8–12

Select Tuesdays, 5:30 p.m.

March 18, April 15

Welcome to Tween STEAM, where curiosity meets creativity! Join us for an exciting journey through Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics.

Math Games: Potomac

Grades K–5

Monday, April 21, 2:00 p.m.

Ready for fun with numbers? Join us for some math games at the library! Games are geared toward early elementary, but all are welcome.

Stroller Strides: Montclair

Ages 0–6

Fourth Fridays, 10:00 a.m.

March 28, April 25, May 23

Stroller Strides is a Mommy & Me fitness class that integrates songs, rhymes, letters, and numbers to keep the littles entertained while mama works out. Registration required.

*STEAM Saturday: Bull Run

Grades K–5

Saturday, March 29, 10:30 a.m.

Learn how to use or play with one of our STEAM tools.

Toddler Sensory Play: Nokesville

Ages 18–36 Months

Third Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.

March 20, April 17, May 15

Join the adventure and explore a sensory wonderland. Dive into a world of texture, color, and imagination!

*Preschool Craft Time: Montclair

Ages 3–6

Fourth Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.

March 27, April 24

Preschoolers enjoy arts and crafts time in the Community Room.

Puzzle Play: Bull Run

All Ages/Families

Friday, March 28, 10:30 a.m.

There will be a variety of learning puzzles and puzzles just for fun.

*Homeschool Crafternoon: Montclair   Grades K–12

Second Fridays, 1:00 p.m.   March 14, April 11, May 9

Homeschoolers can create a fun craft or art project.

Homeschool Hangout: Nokesville

Preschool–Grade 12

Select Mondays, 1:00–3:00 p.m.

March 24, April 28

Join your homeschool friends for a time to just relax and hang out. The library has free Wi-Fi, board games, and LEGOs.

Homeschool Hangout: Chinn Park

Grades K–12

Friday, March 28, 1:00–3:00 p.m.

Select Tuesdays, 1:00–3:00 p.m. April 29, May 20

Join your homeschool friends for a time to just relax and hang out. The library has free Wi-Fi, board games, video games, and LEGOs.

Building Buddies: Bull Run

Ages 3–6

Wednesday, April 23, 10:30 a.m.

Build friendships as well as structures with Duplo and other building toys.

*Imagination Station: Bull Run

Ages 2 and Up

Saturday, April 26, 10:30 a.m.

Bring your energy and imagination to play and make new friends. We will have all kinds of toys and games for kids to play freely.

*Baby Playtime: Montclair

Ages 6–24 Months

First Fridays, 10:30 a.m.    March 7, April 4, May 2

Babies and caregivers join us for unstructured play and social time.

Baby Playtime Extravaganza: Potomac

Ages 6–24 Months

Select Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.

March 6, April 3, May 1

Babies and caregivers are welcome to come to our play hour, where stations of toys and activities are available to participate. First come, first served until capacity is reached.

*Toddler Play Time: Manassas City

All Ages/Families

Select Thursdays, 11:00 a.m. May 1, May 8

Join us for a lively and interactive toddler play time at the library, where little ones can explore and socialize in a fun, supportive environment.

*Mother’s Day Card Creation Station: Bull Run

All Ages/Families

Saturday, May 11, 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

Forgot a card for Mom tomorrow? It’s your lucky day! Drop in to our program space and create a beautiful card she’ll love.

LEGO® CLUBS

LEGO lovers, come free-build with us! We provide LEGOs and Duplos; you only need to bring your imagination. Bring your cameras to capture the memories. Children in grades K–5 must be accompanied by an adult.

Dale City: First Saturdays, 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

March 1, April 5, May 3

Construction Club: Manassas City

Ages 3 and Up

Tuesdays, 4:00–5:30 p.m.

March 4, April 1, May 6

Haymarket Gainesville: Wednesdays,  6:00 p.m.

March 5, April 2, May 14

*Bull Run: Select Tuesdays, 5:00 p.m.

March 11, April 1

Montclair: Select Tuesdays, 5:30 p.m.

March 11, April 1

Independent Hill: Third Mondays, 4:30 p.m.

March 17, April 21

Dumfries: Fourth Saturdays, 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

March 22, April 26, May 24

Nokesville: Fourth Wednesdays, 4:00 p.m.

March 26, April 23, May 28

Potomac: Select Saturdays, 10:30 a.m.

March 29, April 26

*Chinn Park: Select Mondays, 4:00 p.m.

March 31, April 14

YOUNG ADULTS

Special Events

*Teen Pop-In: Montclair Grades 9–12

Wednesday, March 19, 3:30 p.m.

Pop in anytime from 3:30–4:30 p.m. to enjoy a poppin’ boba tea and popcorn in the Community Room. There will be zen coloring and puzzles out for your enjoyment. First come, first served while supplies last.

*Pom-Pom Cacti Teen Craft Night: Montclair

Tuesday, March 25, 4:30 p.m.

Pop in to create a cute cacti craft. First come, first served while supplies last.

Teen College and Job Fair: Montclair Grades 9–12

Saturday, March 29, 2:00–4:00 p.m.

Local businesses and county agencies with employment opportunities, internships, or summer jobs available gather to recruit motivated teens. Local colleges show teens the variety of what they offer. Drop in anytime.

After-Hours Mini Golf: Chinn Park

Thursday, April 17, 5:30–7:00 p.m.

Join us for a special after-hours lock-in event! Will you have what it takes to win the epic after-hours game of mini golf in the library? Registration required.

Crafts and Activities

Tween Quilt Series: Central

Select Saturdays, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 a.m. March 15, April 12, May 17

Maker Mondays: Celtic Knot Bookmarks: Nokesville

Monday, March 17, All Day

Learn how to draw Celtic knots with a Take and Make kit while supplies last.

Maker Mondays: Tissue Paper Flowers: Nokesville

Monday, April 21, All Day

Take and make a bouquet of flowers while supplies last.

Maker Mondays: Monster Terroriums: Nokesville

Monday, May 19, All Day

Take and make a kit to create your own creepy monster in a jar while supplies last.

Gaming

Drop-In & Game: Dumfries

Mondays, 3:30–5:30 p.m.

Drop in after school to play your favorite games with friends on the library’s Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4. Sign up at the front desk beginning at 3:00 p.m. The gaming area is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Grades 6–12 unless stated otherwise

Teen LEGO® Lounge: Montclair

Fourth Mondays, 4:30 p.m.

March 24, April 28

Our LEGOs are at your disposal to free build! All materials must stay at the library so bring a phone or camera to capture your creations.

*Teen Mario Kart Tournament: Montclair

Wednesday, April 16, 1:00 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!

Dungeons & Dragons for Teens and Young Adults: Virtual

Group One (Grades 9–12): First Thursdays, 6:30 p.m.

March 6, April 3, May 1

Group Two (Grades 11–12): Third Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m.

March 18, April 15, May 13

Whether you’re new to the game or a hardened veteran, grab your sword, spell components, and bag of holding to play Dungeons & Dragons with us virtually. Registration required. Only sign up for one group.

‡Dungeons & Dragons for Teens: Haymarket Gainesville

Ages 13–18

Fourth Wednesdays, 5:00–7:00 p.m.

March 26, April 23, May 28

Do you want to explore the worlds of Dungeons & Dragons but never had a chance? Are you an expert looking for a new, immersive campaign? Gear up your inner adventurer with our Dungeons & Dragons for Teens program! Beginners and experts alike are welcome and encouraged! Registration required.

Dungeons & Dragons for Adults: Chinn Park

Ages 16 and Up

Select Saturdays, 1:30–4:30 p.m.

March 1, 29

April 26

May 31

Play a one-shot session of Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition. Dice and characters will be provided, but you’re free to bring your own. We’ll be playing with 3rd-level characters. Registration required.

Lasers and Feelings: A Tabletop Game @ Crossroads Tabletop Tavern

Ages 16 and Up

Second Thursdays, 6:00–8:30 p.m.

March 13, April 10, May 8

Embark on an interstellar journey into the vast unknown of the cosmos with “Lasers and Feelings,” a tabletop game created by John Harper. We’ll meet at Crossroads Tabletop Tavern (9412 Main St., Manassas, VA 20110). Registration required.

Grades 6–12 unless stated otherwise

*Funded by The

Teen Advisory Group (TAG)

YOUNG ADULTS

Join our Teen Advisory Group to help plan library events and spend time with like-minded teens in grades 6–12. All participants will earn volunteer hours. Registration required.

Montclair: First Mondays, 6:00 p.m.

March 3, April 7, May 5

Central: Select Tuesdays, 5:30 p.m.

March 11, April 8, May 13

Chinn Park: Select Mondays, 6:00 p.m.

March 17, April 7, May 12

Potomac: Wednesdays, 4:00 p.m.

March 19, April 9

Young Adults and Adults

Special Events

Savory Teas Blends Workshop

Manassas City: Saturday, March 8, All Day Take and Make

Montclair: Saturday, March 15, 12:00 p.m.

Potomac: Saturday, March 22, 1:00 p.m.

Lake Ridge: Saturday, March 29, 1:00 p.m.

Chinn Park (Adults): Saturday, April 5, 1:00 p.m.

Mingle, sample various teas, play tea pairing games, and create your own custom blends—all while learning about the benefits of different teas and ingredients.

In-Person FAFSA Assistance: Manassas City

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

Financial Aid Officers from Northern Virginia Community College will help students submit the FAFSA.

Mental Health Month: Nokesville

Wednesday, May 14, 4:30 p.m.

Create a journal and make a bookmark with stamps from around the world.

Crafts and Activities

*Knightly Knits and Crafty Crochets: Independent Hill

Select Saturdays, 10:30 a.m.

March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

April 5, 12, 26

May 3, 10, 17, 31

Haymarket Gainesville: Wednesdays, 4:30 p.m.

March 19, April 16, May 21

Bull Run: Fourth Wednesdays, 4:00 p.m.

March 26, April 23

Want to learn to knit or crochet? Or to finish that yarn project you’ve been meaning to tackle? Join our learning circle at Independent Hill! No experience necessary. Hooks, needles, and yarn are provided.

Miniature Painting Sessions: Potomac

Select Mondays, 5:30 p.m.

March 5, 19

Select Wednesdays, 5:30 p.m.

April 7, 14, May 12, 19

Paint a miniature figure at the library! We provide the space, supplies, and a free 3D-printed miniature courtesy of our PWPL makerspaces. Registration required.

Yarn Club: Dumfries

Second Saturdays, 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

March 8, April 12, May 10

Interested in knitting or crocheting but can’t quite understand those videos? Just want someone to talk to as you work on a project? Join our Yarn Club! Extra needles are provided for library use. Registration required.

Sew Tuesday: Pot Holders: Chinn Park

Tuesday, March 11, 6:00 p.m.

Learn how to sew a pot holder! No experience needed. Registration required.

3D Printing and Modeling 101: Chinn Park

Saturday, March 15, 12:00–1:30 p.m.

Learn the basics of 3D printing and modeling, see a 3D print in action, and come back to get your model as a print.

Mindful Moments

Dumfries: Saturday, April 5, 11:00 a.m.

Registration required.

Dale City: Saturday, May 10, 11:00 a.m.

Bull Run: Saturday, May 17, 11:00 a.m.

Escape the everyday and nurture your mind with this unique journaling workshop. Learn mental health strategies and express your feelings creatively as you design your own personalized journal while supplies last.

Sew Tuesday: Bookmarks: Chinn Park

Tuesday, May 13, 6:00 p.m.

Instead of using a random object as a bookmark, use one that you made! No experience needed. Registration required.

Sun Print Take and Make: Dumfries

May 19–23

Try your hand at making the most basic form of photographic print without a camera! We give you sunreactive cyanotype paper; you use your imagination to create negative-space art while supplies last.

MAKERSPACES

*Digital Saturday

Adults

First Saturdays, 11:00 a.m.

March 1, April 5, May 3

Learn the basics of Canva, Adobe Illustrator, and Adobe Photoshop. You’ll be amazed at what you can create with these fantastic programs. Registration required.

Bee Quilting

Adults

Saturday, March 8, 11:00 a.m.

Don’t you just love being around other quilt folk? Let’s finish some quilts this spring! Bring your project and spend the day sewing while meeting new friends in our makerspace. Machines welcome. Registration required.

Yarn On! Fiber Fun

Adults

Tuesday, 6:00 p.m.

March 11, April 15, May 13

Do you crochet, knit, or macrame? Join other fiber enthusiasts as we unravel a few balls of fiber and start a project or two. Don’t let being a beginner stop you! There are plenty of yarn crafters to help you on your journey of learning.

Sew Social

Adults

Saturday, April 26, 11:00 a.m.

Do you love to sew? We have machines, adjustable tables, and space to share. Come along to the makerspace to sew in company. Please bring your own sewing project, materials, and ideas. Registration required.

*Flower Hour: Bull Run

Adults

Select Wednesdays, 5:00 p.m.

April 2, 9, 16, 23

Take a break from the stress of your busy life to learn how to make a whole bunch of flowers this spring. Each week will feature a new flower to try out. We’ll show you how to use the Cricut to cut templates and build with paper.

Crafting with Cricut: Punny Plant Pots Adults

Thursday, March 6, 2:00–3:30 p.m.

Learn how to make a cute plant pot with our Cricut machine. First come, first served while supplies last.

Crafting with Cricut: Farmers Market Totes Adults

Thursday, April 3, 2:00–3:30 p.m.

Learn how to make a tote bag for fresh produce with our Cricut machine. First come, first served while supplies last.

Lit Con: Pixel Art Party

Young Adults/Adults

Saturday, April 5, 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Stitch up your favorite pocket monster and turn it into a pin perfect for adding flare to your bag. Not a fan of needles? No problem! Use fusible beads to craft your pixel-perfect piece of art. First come, first served while supplies last.

Best Friends Furever: Sew a Pet Bandana

Young Adults/Adults

Wednesday, April 9, 5:30–7:00 p.m.

Celebrate International Pet Day by making your furry friend a custom bandana to rock on their walks. You’ll have the option to embroider your pet’s initial before stitching up a bandana that slides over a collar. Registration required.

Crafting with Cricut: Mother’s Day Card

Young Adults/Adults

Thursday, May 1, 2:00–3:30 p.m.

Learn how to make a unique Mother’s Day card with our Cricut machine. First come, first served while supplies last.

Pendants Pending: Make a Necklace

Young Adults/Adults

Wednesday, May 14, 5:00–7:00 p.m.

Manipulate wire around a crystal of your choice and craft a stunning pendant. Perfect for beginners, use jewelry pliers to secure a stone with wire and turn it into a necklace. First come, first served while supplies last.

BOOK CLUBS

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/library. Titles will be posted one month in advance.

Homeschool Book Club: Bull Run Grades K–8

Select Mondays, 1:00 p.m.

March 17, April 21, May 19

Join us for a book club geared towards homeschoolers.

Book Club Crafters: Central Grades 6–12

Tuesday, May 13, 5:30 p.m.

Crafts and stories unite for a fun, interactive experience. Meet with likeminded teens to discuss the title for the month while learning a new crafting skill in Studio 8601. For more information, email Wendy.Weldon@pwcgov.org. Registration required.

Miller’s Thrillers: Bull Run

First Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m.

March 5, April 2, May 7

Do you like suspenseful plot-driven novels full of twists, turns, and dark, engrossing details? Join the book group devoted entirely to page-turning tension.

Bull Run BookTalkers: Bull Run and Virtual

Second Tuesdays, 6:15 p.m.

March 11, April 8, May 13

This hybrid (Webex and in-person) book group meets to discuss titles from popular literature. Contact sholloway@pwcgov.org for the reading list.

African American Book Club: Potomac

Second Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m.

March 12, April 9, May 14

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

*Chinn Chats: Chinn Park

Second Thursdays, 1:00 p.m.

March 13, April 10, May 8

We read an eclectic mix of fiction and nonfiction, including bestsellers, literary fiction, award winners, classics, and multicultural works. If you are interested in joining this book group, email rchesley@pwcgov.org.

The New Romantics: Romance Book Club: Virtual

Thursdays, 6:30 p.m.

March 13, April 10, May 15

The New Romantics read and discuss romance books with fellow lovers of the genre. Each month, we’ll meet virtually via Webex. Registration required.

Books on Tap

Books and adult beverages pair perfectly in Books on Tap. If you like to read and discuss books, especially over a drink with friends, this is the club for you. Visit pwcva.gov/library to see each month’s book selection.

Books on Tap @ Great Mane Brewery

Thursdays, 7:00 p.m.

March 6, April 3, May 1

Join us at Great Mane Brewery, 6620 James Madison Hwy, Haymarket, VA 20169. For more information, email kmccord@pwcgov.org.

Books on Tap @ Brew Republic Bierwerks

Second Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m.

March 11, April 8

Join us at Brew Republic Bierwerks, 15201 Potomac Town Place, Woodbridge, VA.

Books on Tap @ Cedar Run Brewery

Second Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m.

March 12, April 9, May 14

Join us at Cedar Run Brewery, 12801 Hazelwood Drive, Nokesville, VA. For more information, email scarito@pwcgov.org or visit the brewery’s Facebook event page.

Books on Tap @ Brightworks Brewing Co. (Independent Hill)

Second Thursdays, 6:00 p.m.

March 13, April 10, May 8

Join us at Brightworks Brewing Co., 9776 Center St, Manassas, VA 20110. For more information, email hmiller@pwcgov.org or visit the brewery’s Facebook events page.

*Science Fiction Book Discussion Group: Central

Third Saturdays, 2:00–4:00 p.m.

March 15, April 12, May 17

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.

Random Reads: Bull Run

Third Mondays, 1:00 p.m.

March 17, April 21, May 19

This group reads titles from popular literature. Bring your lunch and join us!

*Once Upon a Crime: Montclair

Third Mondays, 2:00 p.m.

March 17, April 21, May 19

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 on pwcva.gov/library.

Books On Tap @ Sinistral Brewing Company

Third Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m.

March 19, April 16, May 21

Join us at Sinistral Brewing Co., 9419 Main St., Manassas, VA 20110. Email LibManassasCity@pwcgov.org or visit the brewery’s Facebook event page for more information.

Books on Tap @ Effingham Winery

Third Wednesdays, 4:00 p.m.

March 19, April 16, May 21

Join us at Effingham Winery, 14325 Trotters Ridge Place, Nokesville, VA. For more information, email tsulik@pwcgov.org.

Books on Tap @ Brightworks Brewing Co. (Manassas City)

Fourth Thursdays, 7:00 p.m.

March 27, April 24, May 22

Join us at Brightworks Brewing Co., 9776 Center St, Manassas, VA 20110. For more information, email jhendrix@pwcgov.org or visit the brewery’s Facebook events page.

Cup of Cozy Mysteries @

Vita Nova Creatives & Coffee

Select Tuesdays, 11:00 a.m.

March 25, April 22, May 27

Chat about cozy mysteries over something tasty at Vita Nova Creatives & Coffee (13051 Fitzwater Drive, Nokesville, VA). For more information, email scarito@pwcgov.org.

*Central Reads Book Club: Central

Third Wednesdays, 1:00 p.m.

March 19, April 16, May 21

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

ELL Book Club: Virtual

Third Thursdays, 10:00 a.m.

March 20, May 15

ELL Book Club and enjoy the pleasure of reading and learning English together. Connect with us via Webex for fun and interactive sessions. Meeting links will be provided upon registration. For more information, contact skim@pwcgov.org. Registration required.

BOOK CLUBS

Historical Fiction Book Club: Potomac

Third Wednesdays, 1:00 p.m.

March 19, April 16

We read mainly historical fiction with the occasional historical nonfiction book.

Never Too Old Book Club: Virtual

Third Thursdays, 7:00 p.m.

March 20, April 17, May 15

A Young Adult (YA) Book Club for adults because you’re never too old to enjoy YA! Join us virtually to discuss a different YA book each month. For more information, email sparker2@pwcgov.org.

Health and Wellness Book Club with Method Gym of Dale City: Dale City

Select Saturdays, 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

March 22, April 26

Join us to discuss our latest health and wellness title, facilitated by our neighbors at Method Gym of Dale City. First come, first served until capacity is reached.

Books Alive: Virtual

Fourth Mondays, 6:00 p.m.

March 24, April 28, May 19

Books Alive meets to discuss and compare a book and its movie. Read the book and watch the movie, or just watch the movie and join us online for a lively discussion. Registration required.

Brit Lit Book Club: Potomac

Last Mondays, 1:00–2:30 p.m.

March 31, April 28

It’s all about location! We will read a variety of genres, but the setting will be in the British Isles and occasionally the British Empire. New members are always welcome.

*NOVA Novels: Chinn Park

Last Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m.

March 25, April 29, May 27

This book group reads and discusses a variety of current and contemporary bestsellers. If you are interested in joining this book group, email sparker2@pwcgov.org.

The Lake Ridge Readers Book Club: Lake Ridge

Select Mondays, 6:30 p.m.

March 31, April 28, May 19

Whether you’re a seasoned reader or just starting, Lake Ridge Readers encourages everyone to bring their unique insights to our discussions. Join us as we journey through a different genre every month, celebrating the magic of reading together.

Read by Dawn: Horror Fiction Book Club: Virtual

Final Mondays, 7:00 p.m.

March 31, April 28, February 24

This virtual book club focuses on horror in literature, both modern and classic. Those who are brave enough can join us from home via Webex. For more information, visit the Online Events Calendar or email mmccleland@pwcgov.org.

Annual Brit Lit and Historical Fiction Book Clubs Joint Meeting: Potomac Wednesday, May 21, 1:00 p.m.

We will host the annual joint meeting of the Brit Lit and Historical Fiction Book Clubs, where we will read and discuss “The Hazelbourne Ladies Motorcycle and Flying Club” by Helen Simonson. Light refreshments and tea will be provided.

Discussion Groups

Podcast Discussion Group: Virtual

Last Thursdays, 7:00 p.m. March 27, April 24, May 29

Join us to discuss fiction and nonfiction podcasts. Listener discretion advised; these podcasts are not suitable for children. Registration required.

Friends of the Library Book Sale: Chinn Park

Wednesday, April 23, 5:00–7:00 p.m.: Member Pre-Sale

Thursday, April 24, 10:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.: Public Sale

Friday, April 25, 10:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.: Public Sale

Saturday, April 26, 10:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m.: Book by the Bag Sale

AARP Tax-Aide: Chinn Park

Tuesdays, Thursdays, Select Saturdays, 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

March 1, 4, 6, 11, 13, 15, 18, 20, 25, 27, 29

April 1, 3, 8, 10, 15

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide provides free tax assistance to anyone, focusing on taxpayers 50 years and older with low to moderate incomes. Preparers are trained and IRScertified every year. Registration required.

AARP Tax-Aide: Bull Run

Mondays, 10:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, April 7, 14

Wednesdays, 10:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

March 5, 12, 19, 26, April 2, 9

Saturdays, 10:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, April 5, 12

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide provides free tax assistance to anyone, with a focus on taxpayers 50 years and older with low to moderate incomes. Preparers are trained and IRS-certified every year. First come, first served.

Social Services at the Library

Potomac: Select Monday, 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

March 3, April 7, May 5

Dumfries: Select Monday, 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

March 10, April 14, May 12

The Prince William County Department of Social Services Public Assistance Division and Prince William Public Libraries have partnered to bring social services information and assistance to select libraries. We’re offering help with:

Benefits, applications, and existing case questions for food, cash, energy/cooling, childcare, and Medicaid/ insurance.

Connection to other community programs and resources. All information is confidential. Walk-ins are welcome and will be assisted on a first-come, first-served basis.

American Red Cross Blood Drive: Montclair

Tuesday, March 4, 11:00 a.m.

Give the gift of life by donating blood at your library. Please register online at www.redcross.org or contact 1-800-RED-CROSS to schedule your life-saving donation. Use sponsor code: Montclair Community Library. Walk-ins will be accepted as schedule allows.

Mock Naturalization Interviews: Potomac

Monday, March 10, 4:00–7:00 p.m.

Interviewers from CASA Virginia and AmeriCorps will conduct practice sessions that simulate the U.S. citizenship interview by USCIS. Please bring your completed Application for Naturalization. Registration required. For more information, call CASA Virginia at 571-421-2211.

Menopause Café at Jirani Coffee House

Saturday, March 15, 10:00 a.m.

Join us at Jirani Coffee House in Manassas and treat yourself to a sip and a nibble. Share and learn from each other about this special stage of life in a casual setting. All ages and genders are welcome. Registration is requested.

Luck of the Irish Blind Tea Tasting: Dumfries

Monday, March 17, 11:00 a.m.

Join us for a lucky tea adventure as we guess our way through some common types of tea served with scones and Irish butter. Registration required.

Discover Artificial Intelligence (AI): Potomac

Monday, March 24, 6:00–7:30 p.m.

Try different AI models, learn about AI ethics and benefits, and learn how to identify generated content in this interactive workshop. Refreshments will be provided. Registration required.

Seals on Wheels

Bull Run: Saturday, March 29, 10:00 a.m.

Montclair: Saturday, April 26, 10:00 a.m.

Central: Saturday, May 10, 10:00 a.m.

Seals on Wheels is a fully mobile service center to make the Circuit Court Clerk’s Office services more accessible and convenient to residents. Visite los servicios móviles del secretario del condado en su biblioteca, Seals on Wheels. El centro de servicios totalmente móvil es para hacer que los servicios de la Oficina del Secretario del Tribunal de Circuito sean más accesibles y convenientes para los residentes.

Writers Corner

Writers’ Room: Montclair

Second Wednesdays, 6:00 p.m.

March 12, April 9, May 14

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.

March 18, April 15, May 20

Discuss how to develop storylines, create characters 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. Registration required.

Writing Hour–A Parallel Writing Work Group: Virtual

Fourth Thursdays, 6:30–8:30 p.m.

March 27, April 24, May 22

Writing Hour is a parallel work group that utilizes the Pomodoro technique. Spend 20 minutes discussing your writing intentions, then alternate between intervals of writing and short breaks to discuss how you can keep on track with your writing goals. Prompts will be provided if you don’t have a project planned. Registration required.

ADULTS

Special and Ongoing Events

March Down the Aisle

Hung up on Weddings? Customize a Hanger: Central Saturday, March 1, 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Engrave a wooden hanger on the Glowforge. Dress up your hanger with additional accessories to add a personal touch–perfect for those detail shots on the big day or for gifting away. First come, first served while supplies last.

Bloom Bar

Central: Wednesday, March 5, 6:00 p.m.

Bull Run: Tuesday, March 18, 6:00 p.m.

Get ready for a fun workshop with Joy Blooms by Paula! Learn about flowers and how to create your own beautiful floral arrangement design. Perfect for everyone—no experience needed! Unleash your creativity and make some springtime Joy.

Serene Journey Births

Potomac: Saturday, March 29, 11:00 a.m.

Montclair: Saturday, April 12, 11:00 a.m.

Chinn Park: Saturday, May 17, 11:00 a.m.

Expecting parents, take control of your birth experience by gaining a deeper understanding of the childbirth process. Learn the knowledge, tools, and confidence to prepare for labor, birth, and postpartum. The session will also focus on building a comprehensive birth plan and fostering open communication with the birth team.

March Down the Aisle: Will you be my..? DIY Wedding Party Gifts

Wednesday, March 19, 5:30–7:00 p.m.

Looking for a fun, personal way to ask your friends to be in your wedding party? Learn about Studio 8601’s Cricut cutting machines and how you can use them to create personalized gifts for your wedding party, family, or future spouse

Tying the Knot Toolkit

Central: Saturday, March 22, 11:00 a.m.

Bull Run: Tuesday, March 25, 6:00 p.m.

Engaged but not sure where to start? Meet with a wedding coordinator to learn tips on wedding planning and create a personalized wedding planning notebook. Registration required.

Maker’s Market: Central

Saturday, March 29, 1:00–4:00 p.m.

Join us for a craft supply swap! Take home one bag full of their choice of supplies. Unclaimed supplies will be donated to Dabble Creative Reuse Center and distributed to Prince William Public Libraries.

Come Grow with Us: Starting Plants from Seed & Seed Swap: Chinn Park

Saturday, April 5, 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

Join us for an informative indoor presentation and an interactive outdoor seed-planting session. Plant seeds in containers to take home and participate in a seed swap. Seed donations are welcome and appreciated! See Chinn Park Library’s new outdoor seed library. Registration required. For more information, email bfancsali@pwcgov.org.

Upcycle for Earth Day Month: Nokesville

Wednesday, April 9, 11:00 a.m.

Upcycle old children’s wood puzzle frames into a work of art.

Poetry at the Manassas Museum

Saturday, April 12, 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

Experience Latino poetry in new ways at the Manassas Museum (9101 Prince William St., Manassas, VA 20110). Enjoy light refreshments during the discussion group, followed by live fun.

*Meet and Make: Earth Day Craft: Potomac

Monday, April 14, 1:00 p.m.

Let’s get together to celebrate Earth Day. We will use old t-shirts to make no-sew tote bags. Bring your old favorite t-shirt or use one of ours. Registration required.

Emergency First Aid/Enhanced Stop the Bleed: Bull Run

Saturday, May 3, 11:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

This is an LGBTQ+ Inclusive Emergency First Aid class based around the National Stop the Bleed (StB) program and designed for non-medical professionals to assist in times of crisis. The first section covers evaluating a casualty and lasts 1.5 hours. The Stop the Bleed portion is 2 hours with a lecture and hands-on skills for stopping life-threatening bleeding. Participants will practice applying direct pressure, wound packing, and tourniquet application and will earn a Stop the Bleed certificate. Registration required.

AARP: Work and Jobs: Potomac

Tuesday, May 6, 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

Join us for a job-search workshop designed to help you stand out in the applicant pool and make a smooth transition, including how to develop your personal brand, expand your network, update your résumé, and more.

Community Plant Swap:

Haymarket Gainesville

Saturday, May 31, 11:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m.

Bring your extra or unwanted seeds, seedlings, cuttings, plants, transplants, and garden supplies to our community plant swap! The Master Gardeners of Prince William County will also be present to talk about anything and all plants. Please be sure that your plants and supplies are pest-free before bringing them.

Lifelong Learning ADULTS

Conversation Groups and ESL

ASL Conversation Circle: Independent Hill Young Adults/Adults

Saturdays, 12:00 p.m.

March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

April 5, 12, 26

May 3, 10, 17, 31

Practice ASL with our certified trainer! All levels of experience are welcome. If there are enough participants, beginners and experienced patrons may split into two practice groups.

*English Conversation-Conversación en Inglés: Central

Thursdays, 1:00–2:30 p.m.

March 6, 13, 20, 27

April 3, 10, 17, 24

May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

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.

English Conversation Club: Bull Run

Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m.

Is English your second or third language? Are you looking to practice speaking in a fun and supportive setting? Join our club! Enhance your speaking skills while engaging in enjoyable activities. Supported by library volunteers. First come, first served until capacity is reached. Childcare is not provided.

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.

English Conversation Class: Chinn Park

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

March 5, 12, 19, 26

April 2, 30

May 7, 14, 21, 28

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. Supported by the Literacy Volunteers of America. For more information and to join a class, please contact Literacy Volunteers at 703-670-5702 or email lvapw@lvapw.org.

English Conversation Evening Club: Bull Run

Wednesdays, 6:00 p.m.

Is English your second or third language? Are you looking to practice speaking in a fun and supportive setting? Join our club! Enhance your speaking skills while engaging in enjoyable activities. First come, first served until capacity is reached. Childcare is not provided.

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

New speakers of English: practice and improve your speaking skills in a fun and friendly virtual environment. To benefit from these meetings, you need to have basic knowledge of the English language. Registration required.

English Conversation: Montclair

Thursdays, 2:00 p.m.

March 6, 13, 20, 27

April 3, 10, 17, 24

May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Improve your speaking skills in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere where speakers of all languages are welcome.

English Conversation: Potomac

Fridays, 12:30–2:00 p.m.

Come by the library for an opportunity to practice English in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. We will not meet on April 11 or April 18.

Spanish Conversation Club: Bull Run

Tuesdays, 12:00 p.m.

Practice Spanish in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere where speakers of all languages are welcome. First come, first served until capacity is reached unless otherwise stated. Childcare is not provided.

Spanish Conversation: Chinn Park

Wednesdays, 1:00–2:30 p.m.

March 5, 12, 19, 26

April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

May 7, 14, 21, 28

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.

English Language and Culture Club: Chinn Park

First Mondays, 6:00–7:30 p.m.

March 3, April 7, May 5

Learn about various aspects of American life and how they relate to the English language. From idioms to jokes to regional expressions, we’ll help you go beyond the literal meanings of phrases and understand their deeper meanings. First come, first served until capacity is reached unless otherwise stated.

ELL Reading Passages: Virtual

Second Thursdays, 7:00 p.m.

March 13, April 10, May 8

Join our Virtual Read-Aloud Group to boost your reading, speaking, and pronunciation with engaging articles from various sources like NPR News, The Washington Post, and portions of books. Meeting links will be provided upon registration. For more information, contact skim@pwcgov.org. Registration required.

ADULTS

Lifelong Learning

HG Tech Help: Haymarket Gainesville

Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, 12:00–1:00 p.m.

*Funded by The

We offer one-on-one 20-minute sessions with a library staff member 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 and passwords, power cords, and cables if you are bringing your device. Registration required.

Tech Tutoring: Nokesville

Tuesdays, 2:00 p.m.

Learn more about technology from a staff member. Use one of our public computers or bring your device to learn about email basics, document editing, e-books, and library resources. Help is offered on a drop-in, firstcome, first-served basis.

Lifelong Learning with Dabble Creative Reuse Center: Central

Tuesday, March 4, 1:00 p.m.

Meet Kelly Auldridge, owner of Dabble Creative Reuse Center in Old Town Manassas, as she discusses her experience as a local entrepreneur and what a CRC is.

Arts and Crafts

Recording in Progress: Bull Run

Third Mondays, 6:00 p.m.

March 17, April 21, May 19

Learn from an experienced audio engineer the skills needed in music production and audio recording.

Medicare 101–Understanding Your Benefits: Bull Run

Tuesday, April 22, 5:00 p.m.

Saturday, April 26, 2:00 p.m.

A presentation by AARP on Medicare coverage options, eligibility, and enrollment. Registration required.

Lifelong Learning with Osbourn Park High School

Librarian: Central

Tuesday, May 6, 1:00 p.m.

Meet Jennifer Coleman and Rheetha Lawlor, Osbourn Park High School's Librarians! Learn about their experiences in education and information studies in a local school.

Spice Club: Bull Run, Central, Chinn Park, Dale City, Dumfries, Haymarket

Gainesville, Manassas City, Montclair, Nokesville, Potomac

Ongoing

Every month, pick up a kit from a select library. Each kit will include the month’s featured spice, fun facts, and recipes. Share your culinary adventures on social media and tag PWPL.

*Knot Just a Hobby: Chinn Park

First Saturdays, 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

March 1, April 5, May 3

Join our Crochet Club and connect with fellow enthusiasts, share inspiration, and learn new skills. Supplies will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own. Registration required. For more information, email bfancsali@pwcgov.org.

Mini Fig Painting Studio: Montclair

First Wednesdays, 6:00 p.m.

March 5, April 2, May 7

Bring your current project and paint alongside fellow mini fig enthusiasts. Maybe even start up a spontaneous game session or two. Please bring your own paints and gear, as none will be provided. Light refreshments will be provided.

*Busy Hands Social Club: Central

Second Tuesdays, 6:00–7:30 p.m.

March 11, April 8, May 13

Would you like to find a place to work on your favorite hobby and meet others who enjoy needle crafts and crochet? Bring your current project. All skill levels are welcome; all knitters, crocheters, stitchers, etc., are encouraged to come.

*Stitcher’s Circle: Montclair

Second Thursdays, 10:00 a.m.

March 13, April 10, May 8

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.

Craft Exchange: Nokesville

Wednesday, March 12, 11:00 a.m.

Do you have extra craft materials taking up space? Bring your materials and ideas to Nokesville Library and exchange them with other crafters.

*Café LEGO®: Montclair

Tuesday, March 18, 6:00 p.m.

Join us for a night of cozy LEGO building. Each participant will get a small LEGO flower set to build. Participants should have some prior experience in how LEGO pieces work and be able to follow a visual guide of the build. Please note that this program is for adults only. Light refreshments will be provided. Registration required.

Crochet and Coffee: Nokesville

Third Wednesdays, 11:00 a.m.

March 19, April 16, May 21

Enjoy a hot cup of coffee or tea while crocheting whatever your heart desires. Or, if you practice a different handicraft, feel free to bring your own supplies. For all skill levels.

Crafty Corner: Haymarket Gainesville

Third Wednesdays, 1:00–3:00 p.m.  March 19, April 16, May 21

Join us for crafting and chatting. Bring a project to work on or play with our yarn and needles! We’ll have yarn scraps, knitting needles, crochet hooks, and books for inspiration.

*Watercolor Collaborative: Montclair

Select Thursdays and Fridays, 10:30 a.m

March 21, April 17, May 15

Artists of all skill levels meet monthly to experiment with watercolors and share techniques. Registration required.

Watercolor with Mark Murphy: Central

Select Saturdays, 1:00–4:00 p.m.

Watercolor I (Introductory): March 8

Watercolor II (Intermediate): April 12

Watercolor III (Advanced): May 31

Join us for watercolor classes with Prince William Art Society artist Mark Murphy. Registration required for each program.

*Bad Art Night: Chinn Park

Select Mondays, 6:00–7:30 p.m.

March 24, April 28, May 19

Create art in a low-stakes environment. There’s no pressure to produce a final masterpiece. You’re welcome to bring your ongoing projects. We’ll provide basic supplies, but feel free to bring your own. Registration required. For more information, email bfancsali@pwcgov.org.

*Funded by The Friends of

*Afternoon Bingo: Bull Run

Fourth Fridays, 3:00 p.m.

March 28, April 25, May 23

Join us for a few games of bingo at the library. You might even win a prize!

Spring Flowers Paint by Numbers

Take and Make: Chinn Park

March 1–31

Pick up a Paint by Numbers kit. Each kit contains a beautiful outdoor scene to paint, supplies, and instructions. Available while supplies last.

Crafts to Go!: Haymarket Gainesville

First Mondays, All Day

March 3, April 7, May 5

Our Crafts to Go bags include supplies and instructions while supplies last.

DIY Mother’s Day Mug Rug Take and Make: Chinn Park

April 1–30

Looking for a unique gift with a homemade touch to give for Mother’s Day? Pick up a DIY Mother’s Day Mug Rug kit. Each kit contains supplies and instructions. Available while supplies last.

Bookpage Flower Craft:

Haymarket Gainesville

Saturday, April 8, 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Make paper flowers from old book pages. We will provide the materials and stepby-step instructions on how to easily create paper roses. Registration required.

Basket Weaving 102: Spring Basket

Potomac: Saturday, March 8, 10:30 a.m.

Central: Saturday, March 22, 1:00 p.m. Lake Ridge: Saturday, April 5, 11:00 a.m.

Montclair: Saturday, May 10, 12:00 p.m.

In this more advanced basket weaving class, learn continuous weaving techniques while making a basket with a handle that is perfect for spring. All equipment and materials will be provided.

Basket Weaving 102–Wonderful Williamsburg Basket:

Haymarket Gainesville

Saturday, April 12, 10:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

We’re making a cute and colorful basket with a Williamsburg handle. Materials and equipment will be provided. Registration required.

Arts and Crafts ADULTS

DIY Faux Stained-Glass Bookmarks: Montclair

Tuesday, April 15, 6:00 p.m.

Create an elegant bookmark with our faux stained-glass technique designed to mimic the look of stained-glass. Registration required.

Adult Take and Make: Lake Ridge

Friday, April 25, All Day

Whether you want to unwind, discover a new hobby, or have fun with your hands, our Take and Make kits are designed to spark your imagination. Registration required.

Veterans and the Arts Initiative: Gel Plate Printing Workshop

Bull Run: Friday, May 2, 2:00 p.m.

Chinn Park: Monday, May 5, 6:00 p.m.

Learn easy, hands-on gel plate printing techniques to create one-of-a-kind prints. Gel plate printing uses a gelatin base plate, inks, and other found materials. Participants will discuss single and multi-layer prints, plus photo transfers. This workshop is taught by Valerie Acosta-Gonzalez, retired Air Force Veteran, artist, and assistant with the Veterans and the Arts Initiative at George Mason University. This workshop series is open and FREE to Veterans, Servicemembers, military family members, and military caregivers ages 18 and older. Registration required.

Throwback Craftday: Mosaic Coasters: Haymarket Gainesville

Saturday, May 17, 1:00–3:00 p.m.

Get your outside entertaining space summerready with some bright mosaic coasters. Materials are provided. Registration required.

Gaming ADULTS

Dungeons & Dragons for Adults: Virtual

Group 1: First Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m.

March 4, April 1, May 6

Group 2: Third Thursdays, 6:00 p.m.

March 20, April 17, May 15

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, email MMcCleland@pwcgov.org. Please register for only one event, Group 1 or Group 2. Group 1 is suited to newer players, while Group 2 is our long-running active campaign. Registration required. Waitlist available if event is full.

Genealogy and Local History

RELIC

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

Contact: librelic@pwcgov.org or 703-792-8380. RELIC is located at Central Library.

These programs are supported, in part, by the Virginia Commission for the Arts and the Virginia American Revolution 250 Commission (VA250).

Beaded Lace Cowl Workshop

Friday, March 21, 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

Join Tanis Gray for an advanced beginner lace workshop and learn a classic leaf lace motif in the round. We’ll create elegant texture and sparkly visual impact by adding beads to our cowl, learn to read lace charts with comfort, and talk about proper blocking and finishing techniques regarding lace. Registration required.

Felting the Blue Ridge Mountains

Friday, March 28, 1:00–4:00 p.m.

Create a colorful wool landscape that celebrates Virginia’s beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains in this intro to needle-felting. Learn wool/felting terminology, the science of how felting works, and the history of sheep and wool in the context of Virginia’s colonial past. Registration required.

Embroidery and Cross Stitch Workshop

Saturday, April 11, 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

Learn the basic stitches of embroidery and do a cross-stitch project.  Learn about the history of embroidery and cross-stitch and how it evolved from colonial to modern times. Supplies are provided. Registration required.

Flora, Fauna, and Fungi of Virginia

Friday, April 12, 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

Learn how to sketch and draw with wool inspired by images from Virginia’s flora, fauna, and fungi. Some drawing experience may be helpful but is not required.

Local History Tour Group

Third Fridays, 11:00 a.m.

March 21, April 18, May 16

The Local History Travel Group takes learning outside the library by visiting local historical sites, including historical battlefields, homes, gardens, parks, and museums. It works like a book group, but instead of reading, you visit the site for that month and meet at the library to discuss it the next month. Attend the meetings in person or virtually on Webex. For more information, email mkitiyakara@pwcgov.org. Registration required.

History and a Book Group

Third Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m.

March 18, April 15, May 20

History and a Book Group meets to discuss historical fiction and nonfiction books. We will also discuss the historical events and periods associated with the stories. If you are interested in joining this book group, email LibRELIC@pwcgov.org.

Prince William Forest Park Spring Hike @ Prince William Forest Park

Saturday, April 19, 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Meet a ranger at 10:00 a.m. at Parking Lot D for a two-hour hike of the Pyrite Mine Loop. This hike will allow participants to learn about Prince William Forest Park in the spring and the history of its human inhabitants, such as Cabin Branch Mine, which was one of Virginia’s largest pyrite mines and was a source of employment for the communities that existed in the park. It is recommended to bring bug spray and water, and wear hiking shoes for this shaded forest hike.

In Person SYSTEMWIDE PROGRAMS

Adults

Books on Tap @ Great Mane

Brewery

Thursdays, 7:00 p.m.

March 6, April 3, May 1

Books on Tap @ Brew Republic Bierwerks

Second Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m.

March 11, April 8, May 13

Books on Tap @ Cedar Run Brewery

Second Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m.

March 12, April 9, May 14

Books on Tap @ Brightworks Brewing Company (Independent Hill)

Second Thursdays, 6:00 p.m.

March 13, April 10, May 8

‡Lasers and Feelings: A Tabletop Game @ Crossroads Tabletop Tavern Ages 16 and Up

Second Thursdays, 6:00–8:30 p.m.

March 13, April 10, May 8

Menopause Café at Jirani Coffee House

Saturday, March 15, 10:00 a.m.

Cup of Cozy Mysteries @ Vita

Nova Creatives & Coffee

Fourth Tuesdays, 11:00 a.m.

March 25, April 22, May 27

Books on Tap @ Sinistral Brewing Company

Third Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m.

March 19, April 16, May 21

Books on Tap @ Effingham Winery

Third Wednesdays, 4:00 p.m.

March 19, April 16, May 21

Books on Tap @ Brightworks Brewing Company (Manassas City)

Fourth Thursdays, 7:00 p.m.

March 27, April 24, May 22

‡Poetry at the Manassas Museum

Saturday, April 12, 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

‡Prince William Forest Park

Spring Hike @ Prince William Forest Park

Saturday, April 19, 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Virtual SYSTEMWIDE PROGRAMS

Young Adults

Dungeons & Dragons for Teens and Young Adults

Group One (Grades 9–12): First Thursdays, 6:30 p.m.

March 6, April 3, May 1

Group Two (Grades 11–12): Third Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m.

March 18, April 15, May 13

Adults

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

‡Dungeons & Dragons for Adults

Group 1: First Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m.

March 4, April 1, May 6

Group 2: Third Thursdays, 6:00 p.m.

March 20, April 17, May 15

The New Romantics: Romance Book Club

Thursdays, 6:30 p.m.

March 13, April 10, May 15

‡ELL Reading Passages

Second Thursdays, 7:00 p.m.

March 13, April 10, May 8

‡ELL Book Club

Third Thursdays, 10:00 a.m.

March 20, May 15

Never Too Old Book Club

Third Thursdays, 7:00 p.m.

March 20, April 17, May 15

‡Podcast Discussion Group

Last Thursdays, 7:00 p.m.

March 27, April 24, May 29

‡Books Alive

Fourth Mondays, 6:00 p.m.

March 24, April 28, May 19

‡Writing Hour—A Parallel Writing Work Group

Fourth Thursdays, 6:30–8:30 p.m.

March 27, April 24, May 22

Read by Dawn: Horror Fiction Book Club

Last Mondays, 7:00 p.m.

March 31, April 28, May 19

Bull Run Library

Kids & Families

GIVE Tutoring

Grades K–6

Select Sundays, 1:30–3:30 p.m.

March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

April 6, 27, May 4, 11, 18

Homeschool Book Club

Grades K–12

Tuesday, March 18, 1:00 p.m.

Mondays, 1:00 p.m.

April 21, May 19

*‡Codebreakers Escape Room

Ages 8–12

Saturday, March 22, 2:00 p.m.

*Bull Run Library Airlines–Now Boarding!

Ages 2 and Up

Monday, April 21, 10:30 a.m.

Baby Story Time

Ages 6–24 Months

Select Thursdays,10:30 a.m.

March 6, 13, 20, 27

April 3, 10, 24, May 1, 8

*Preschool Story Time

Ages 3–6 Years

Select Tuesdays, 1:30 p.m.

March 4, 25, April 1, 22, 29, May 6

*Spanish Circle Time/El Circulo de Cuentos en Español

All Ages

Second Mondays, 6:30 p.m.

March 10, April 14, May 12

Music and Motion

Ages 18–36 Months

Select Fridays, 10:30 a.m.

March 7, 14, 21, 28, April 4, 11, 25, May 2, 9

Kids Chess Club

All Ages

Select Tuesdays, 3:00 p.m.

March 4, 18, April 1, 15

May 20

Starlight Stories

All Ages/Families

Select Mondays, 7:00 p.m.

March 24, April 28

Reading to Dogs

Grades K–5

Select Wednesdays, 5:00 p.m.

March 19, April 16

Building Buddies

Ages 2–6

Tuesday, March 18, 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday, April 23,10:30 a.m.

*Crafternoon

Grades K–5

Select Wednesdays, 5:00 p.m.

March 12, April 9, May 7

*LEGO® Club

Grades K–5

Select Tuesdays, 5:00 p.m.

March 11, April 8

Pokémon Club

All Ages/Families

Select Tuesdays, 5:00 p.m.

March 4, April 1, May 6

Stay and Play

All Ages/Families

Saturday, March 8, 10:30 a.m.

Puzzle Play

All Ages/Families

Tuesday, March 11, 10:30 a.m.

Friday, March 28, 1:00 p.m.

Tuesday, April 8, 10:30 a.m.

*STEAM Saturday

Grades K–5

Saturday, March 29, 10:30 a.m.

*Lit Con: 8-Bit Art with Perler

Beads

Grades K–8

Select Mondays

March 31, 1:00 p.m.

April 21, 2:00 p.m.

Outdoor Rhythm and Rhyme

Ages 0–6

Saturday, April 12,10:30 a.m.

*Imagination Station

Ages 2 and Up

Select Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.

March 5, April 2, May 7

*Lit Con: May the Fourth–Star Wars Take and Makes

All Ages/Families

Sunday, May 4,1:00–4:30 p.m.

*Mother’s Day Card Creation Station

All Ages/Families

Saturday, May 11, 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

Young Adults

*‡Lit Con: Dungeons & Dragons for Teens

Ages 13–18

Select Saturdays, 2:00 p.m.

March 15, April 5, May 3

Teen Advisory Group

Fourth Wednesdays, 4:00 p.m.

March 26, April 23

Mugs for Mom

Sunday, April 6, 2:00 p.m.

Quick Flip! Events by Branch

‡Lit Con: Dice Delight

Young Adults/Adults

Tuesday, April 22, 6:00 p.m.

Lit Con: Cosplay Power Hour

Young Adults/Adults

Saturday, April 26, 10:30 a.m.

*Lit Con: Hooked on Superheroes

Monday, April 28, 5:30 p.m.

Lit Con: Mod Podge Mania

Tuesday, April 29, 5:00 p.m.

Mindful Moments

Young Adults/Adults

Saturday, May 17, 11:00 a.m.

Adults

Spice Club

Ongoing

AARP Tax-Aide

Mondays, 10:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, April 7, 14

Wednesdays, 10:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

March 5, 12, 19, 26, April 2, 9

Saturdays, 10:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, April 5, 12

Recording in Progress

Third Mondays, 6:00 p.m.

March 17, April 21, May 19

March Down the Aisle–Bloom Bar

Tuesday, March 18, 6:00 p.m.

‡March Down the Aisle–Tying the Knot Toolkit

Tuesday, March 25, 6:00 p.m.

*Afternoon Bingo

Fourth Fridays, 3:00 p.m.

March 28, April 25, May 23

Seals on Wheels

Saturday, March 29, 10:00 a.m.

‡Medicare 101–Understanding Your Benefits

Tuesday, April 22, 5:00 p.m.

Saturday, April 26, 2:00 p.m.

*Lit Con: Comics & Crafts

Wednesday, April 28, 3:30 p.m.

‡Veterans and the Arts

Initiative: Gel Plate Printing Workshop

Friday, May 2, 2:00 p.m.

‡Emergency First Aid/Enhanced Stop the Bleed

Saturday, May 3, 11:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Bull Run BookTalkers: InPerson and Virtual

Second Tuesdays, 6:15 p.m.

March 11, April 8, May 13

Random Reads

Third Mondays, 1:00 p.m.

March 17, April 21, May 19

Miller’s Thrillers

First Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m.

March 5, April 2, May 7

English Conversation Club Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m.

Spanish Conversation Club Tuesdays, 12:00 p.m.

English Conversation Evening Club

Wednesdays, 6:00 p.m.

MAKERSPACE

Yarn On! Fiber Fun

Adults

Tuesday, 6:00 p.m.

March 11, April 15, May 13

*‡Digital Saturday

Adults

First Saturdays, 11:00 a.m.

March 1, April 5, May 3

‡Bee Quilting

Adults

Second Saturdays, 11:00 a.m.

March 8, April 12, May 10

‡Sew Social

Adults

Fourth Saturdays, 11:00 a.m.

March 22, April 26

*Flower Hour

Adults

Select Wednesdays, 5:00 p.m.

April 2, 9, 16, 23

Central Library

Kids & Families

Culture Connection: Japan

All Ages

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

Lifelong Learning with PWC

K-9 Unit

All Ages/Families

Tuesday, April 1, 1:00 p.m.

Spring Festival on Central Green

All Ages/Families

Saturday, April 26, 12:00–2:00 p.m.

‡Mugs for Mom Grades 4–12

Wednesday, May 7, 5:30 p.m.

Me Gusta Spanish

All Ages/Families

Select Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.

March 12, April 9, May 7

Toddler Time

Ages 18–36 Months

Select Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.

March 5, 19, 26

April 2, 16, 23, May 14

*‡Little Makers

Ages 3–11

Select Mondays, 10:30 a.m.

March 10, April 14, May 12

Preschool Story Time

Ages 3–6

Select Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.

March 6, 20, April 3, May 1

Music and Motion

Ages 3–6

Select Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.

March 13, 27, April 10, 24, May 8

Family Story Time

All Ages/Families

Select Saturdays, 10:30 a.m.

March 22, April 12

Read Across America Story Time

All Ages/Families

Thursday, March 6, 10:30 a.m.

Reading to Dogs

Grades K–5

Select Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.

March 5, April 9, May 7

TWEEN STEAM

Ages 8–12

Select Tuesdays, 5:30 p.m.

March 18, April 15

Young Adults

TAG Makers

Select Tuesdays, 5:30 p.m.

March 11, April 8, May 13

Quick Flip! Events by Branch

Tween Quilt Series

Select Saturdays, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 a.m.

March 15, April 12, May 17

Lit Con: Mod Podge Mania

Monday, April 28, 5:30 p.m.

Book Club Crafters

Tuesday, May 13, 5:30 p.m.

Adults

Spice Club

Ongoing

March Down the Aisle–Bloom Bar

Wednesday, March 5, 6:00 p.m.

Basket Weaving 102–Spring Basket

Saturday, March 22, 1:00 p.m.

‡March Down the Aisle–Tying the Knot Toolkit

Saturday, March 22, 11:00 a.m.

Maker’s Market Craft Swap

Saturday, March 29, 1:00–4:00 p.m.

Lifelong Learning with Dabble Creative Reuse Center

Tuesday, March 4, 1:00 p.m.

‡Watercolor I with Mark Murphy

Saturday, March 8, 1:00–4:00 p.m.

‡Watercolor II with Mark Murphy

Saturday, April 12, 1:00–4:00 p.m.

Lifelong Learning with Osbourn Park High School Librarian

Tuesday, May 6, 1:00 p.m.

Seals on Wheels

Saturday, May 10, 10:00 a.m.

‡Watercolor III with Mark Murphy

Saturday, May 31, 1:00–4:00 p.m.

*English Conversation/ Conversación en Inglés

Thursdays, 1:00–2:30 p.m.

March 6, 13, 20, 27, April 3, 10, 17, 24, May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

*Central Reads Book Club

Third Wednesdays, 1:00 p.m.

March 19, April 16, May 21

*Science Fiction Book Discussion Group

Third Saturdays, 2:00–4:00 p.m.

March 15, April 12, May 17

*Busy Hands Social Club

Second Tuesdays, 6:00–7:30 p.m.

March 11, April 8, May 13

MAKERSPACE

March Down the Aisle–Hung up on Weddings? Customize a Hanger

Saturday, March 1, 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Crafting with Cricut: Punny Plant Pots

Thursday, March 6, 2:00–3:30 p.m.

March Down the Aisle–Will you be my..? DIY Wedding Party Gifts

Wednesday, March 19, 5:30–7:00 p.m.

Crafting with Cricut: Farmers Market Totes

Thursday, April 3, 2:00–3:30 p.m.

Pixel Art Party

Saturday, April 5, 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

‡Best Friends Furever–Sew a Pet Bandana

Wednesday, April 9, 5:30–7:00 p.m.

Crafting with Cricut: Mother’s Day Card

Thursday, May 1, 2:00–3:30 p.m.

‡Makerspace 101–Glowforge

Cutting Board

Young Adults/Adults

Tuesday, May 6, 5:30–7:00 p.m.

Pendants Pending: Make a Necklace

Wednesday, May 14, 5:00–7:00 p.m.

RELIC

‡Local History Tour Group

Third Fridays, 11:00 a.m.

March 21, April 18, May 16

History and a Book Group

Third Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m.

March 18, April 15, May 20

The following programs are supported, in part, by the Virginia Commission for the Arts and the Virginia American Revolution 250 Commission (VA250).

‡Beaded Lace Cowl Workshop

Friday, March 21, 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

‡Felting the Blue Ridge Mountains

Friday, March 28, 1:00–4:00 p.m.

‡Embroidery and Cross Stitch Workshop

Friday, April 11, 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

‡Flora, Fauna, and Fungi of Virginia

Saturday, April 12, 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

Chinn Park Library Kids & Families

Model Railroad with the Prince William Model Railroad Club

All Ages

March 21–22

Little Rangers

Ages 3–6

Friday, March 28, 10:30 a.m.

*The Jenny Foxworth Talking to the Author Program

All Ages

Saturday, April 12, 2:00 p.m.

*Pete the Cat’s Groovy Library Party

All Ages

Friday, April 18, 10:30 a.m.

A Springtastic Scavenger Hunt

All Ages

April 14–18

*Lit Con: Star Wars Scavenger Hunt

All Ages

April 29–May 4

Reading to Dogs Grades K–5

Wednesdays, 4:00 p.m.

March 12, 26, April 9, 23, May 7

*LEGO® Club

Ages 5 and Up

Select Mondays, 4:00 p.m.

March 31, April 14

Baby Story Time

Ages 6–24 Months

Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m.

March 4, 11, 18, 25

April 1, 8, 22, 29, May 6

*Kind Kids Yoga with Ms. Shelley

Ages 1–6 with Caregiver

Fridays, 10:30 a.m.

March 14, April 11, May 9

Preschool Story Time

Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.

March 5, 12, 19, 26

April 2, 9, 23, 30, May 7

Toddler Story Time

Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.

March 6, 13, 20, 27

April 3, 10, 24, May 1, 8

Spanish Circle Time/El Circulo

de Cuentos en Español

All Ages

First Mondays, 11:00 a.m.

March 3, April 7, May 5

Saturday Story Hour and Craft

All Ages/Families

Saturdays, 10:30 a.m.

March 8, April 12, May 10

Music and Motion

Ages 2–7 with Caregiver

Select Fridays, 10:30 a.m.

March 7, April 4, May 2

Homeschool Hangout

Grades K–12

Friday, March 28, 1:00–3:00 p.m.

Select Tuesdays, 1:00–3:00 p.m.

April 29, May 20

Young Adults

‡Sew Tuesday–Pot Holders

Young Adults/Adults

Tuesday, March 11, 6:00 p.m.

‡Teen Advisory Group

Select Mondays, 6:00 p.m.

March 17, April 7, May 12

‡After-Hours Mini Golf

Thursday, April 17, 5:30–7:00 p.m.

Lit Con: Cosplay Power Hour

Young Adults/Adults

Saturday, May 3, 1:00 p.m.

*‡Lit Con: Japanese Bookbinding

Young Adults/Adults

Saturday, April 26, 2:30 p.m.

‡Sew Tuesday–Bookmarks

Young Adults/Adults

Tuesday, May 13, 6:00 p.m.

Adults

Spice Club

Ongoing

Chinn Park Quilting

Saturday, March 8, 10:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Savory Tea Blends Workshop

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

‡Veterans and the Arts

Initiative: Gel Plate Printing Workshop

Monday, May 5, 6:00 p.m.

Serene Journey Births

Saturday, May 17, 11:00 a.m.

English Conversation Class

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

March 5, 12, 19, 26

April 2, 30, May 7, 14, 21, 28

Spanish Conversation

Wednesdays, 1:00–2:30 p.m.

March 5, 12, 19, 26

April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

May 7, 14, 21, 28

English Language and Culture Club

First Mondays, 6:00–7:30 p.m.

March 3, April 7, May 5

*‡Knot Just a Hobby

First Saturdays, 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

March 1, April 5, May 3

*‡Bad Art Night

Select Mondays, 6:00–7:30 p.m.

March 24, April 28, May 19

DIY Mother’s Day Mug Rug Take and Make

April 1–30

‡Come Grow with Us–Starting Plants from Seed & Seed Swap

Saturday, April 5, 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

3D Printing and Modeling 101 Young Adults/Adults

Saturday, March 15, 12:00–1:30 p.m.

*Chinn Chats

Second Thursdays, 1:00 p.m.

March 13, April 10, May 8

*NOVA Novels

Last Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m.

March 25, April 29, May 27

‡Writing Fan Fiction: In-Person and Virtual

Third Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m.

March 18, April 15, May 20

‡Dungeons & Dragons for Adults

Ages 16 and Up

Select Saturdays, 1:30–4:30 p.m.

March 1, 29, April 26, May 31

‡AARP Tax-Aide:

Tuesdays, Thursdays, Select Saturdays, 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

March 1, 4, 6, 11, 13, 15, 18, 20, 25, 27, 29

April 1, 3, 8, 10, 15

Friends of the Library Book Sale

Wednesday, April 23, 5:00–7:00 p.m.: Member Pre-Sale Thursday, April 24, 10:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.: Public Sale

Friday, April 25, 10:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.: Public Sale

Saturday, April 26, 10:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m.: Book by the Bag Sale

Dale City Library

Kids & Families

LEGO® Club

Ages 6 and Up

First Saturdays, 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

March 1, April 5, May 3

Little Rangers

Ages 3–6

Wednesday, March 5, 10:30 a.m.

Family Story Time

Ages 6 Months–6 Years

Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.

Spanish Circle Time/El Circulo de Cuentos en Español

All Ages

Second Mondays, 10:30 a.m.

March 10, April 14, May 12

FUN Time with Paint

All Ages/Families

Third Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

March 18, April 15, May 20

Adults

Spice Club

Ongoing

Health and Wellness Book Club with Method Gym of Dale City

Select Saturdays, 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

March 22, April 26

Mindful Moments

Young Adults/Adults

Saturday, May 10, 11:00 a.m.

Dumfries Library

Kids & Families

Mugs for Mom

Grades 4–12

Saturday, March 15, 10:30 p.m.

Little Rangers

Ages 3–6

Monday, May 5, 10:30 a.m.

*Family Story Time

Ages 24 Months–6 Years

Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.

*Crafternoon

All Ages/Families

Thursdays, 11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

*‡Baby Story Time

Ages 6–24 Months

Third Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m.

March 18, April 15, May 20

Spanish Circle Time/El Circulo de Cuentos en Español

All Ages

Select Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m.

April 1, May 6

Reading to Dogs

Grades K–5

Third Mondays, 4:30 p.m.

March 17, April 21, May 19

LEGO® Club

Fourth Saturdays, 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

March 22, April 26

Lit Con: Graphic Novel Shrink

Art Take and Make

Ages 3–12

April 21–26

Lit Con: Manga Picture Frames

Craft

All Ages/Families

Saturday, April 26, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Lit Con: Free Comic Book Day

All Ages/Families

Saturday, May 3, 10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.

Young Adults

Drop-In & Game

Mondays, 3:30–5:30 p.m.

‡Mindful Moments

Young Adults/Adults

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

Lit Con: Manga Keychain Take and Make

Young Adults/Adults

April 28–May 3

Sun Print Take and Make

Young Adults/Adults

May 19–23

Adults

Spice Club

Ongoing

‡Yarn Club

Young Adults/Adults

Second Saturdays, 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

March 8, April 12, May 10

Social Services at the Library

Select Mondays, 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

March 10, April 14, May 12

‡Luck of the Irish Blind Tea Tasting

Monday, March 17, 11:00 a.m.

Haymarket Gainesville Library

Kids & Families

Lit Con: Fandom Funday–Craft a SUPER Creation

Ages 8 and Up

Saturday, April 26, 10:30 a.m.

Lit Con: Super Art Fight

All Ages/Families

Saturday, April 26, 2:00 p.m.

Lit Con: May The Fourth Be With You: A Star Wars Celebration

All Ages/Families

Saturday, May 3, 10:00 a.m.

‡Lit Con: Creating Good Characters with Mr. Todd

Ages 8 and Up

Saturday, May 3, 2:00 p.m.

Model Railroad with the Prince William Model Railroad Club

All Ages

May 9–10

Toddler Story Time

Ages 18–36 Months

Tuesdays, 10:30–11:00 a.m.

‡Baby Story Time

Ages 6–24 Months

Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.

Preschool Story Time

Ages 3–6

Select Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.

March 20, 27, April 17, 24

May 1, 8, 15, 22

Pre-K Skill Builders

Ages 3–5

Fridays, 10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Pajama Story Time

All Ages/Families

Select Wednesdays, 7:00–7:30 p.m.

March 12, April 9, May 7

Spanish Circle Time/El Circulo de Cuentos en Español

All Ages

Third Mondays, 10:30 a.m.

March 17, April 21, May 19

Reading to Dogs

Grades K–5

Saturdays, 10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

March 1, April 5, May 3

‡Building Buddies–Celebrating Diverse-ABILITIES @the Library

All Ages/Families

Mondays, 5:00 p.m.

March 3, April 7, May 5

Pokémon Club

Grades K–12

Second and Fourth Mondays, 5:30 p.m.

March 10, 24, (Lit Con) April 14, 28, May 12

LEGO® Club

Ages 5 and Up

Wednesdays, 6:00 p.m.

March 5, April 2, May 14

Young Adults

‡Dungeons & Dragons for Teens

Ages 13–18

Fourth Wednesdays, 5:00–7:00 p.m.

March 26, (Lit Con) April 23, May 28

Teen Advisory Group (TAG)

Ages 12–18

Wednesdays, 4:30 p.m.

March 19, April 16, May 21

‡Lit Con: Dice Delight

Young Adults/Adults

Monday, April 21, 5:30 p.m.

Lit Con: Mod Podge Mania

Wednesday, April 30, 6:00 p.m.

Adults

Spice Club Ongoing

Community Plant Swap

Saturday, May 31,

11:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m.

An Afternoon with Valley Vibe

Saturday, April 5, 1:00–4:00 p.m.

‡Basket Weaving 102–

Wonderful Williamsburg Basket

Saturday, April 12, 10:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

‡Throwback Craftday: Mosaic Coasters

Saturday, May 17, 1:00–3:00 p.m.

Crafty Corner

Third Wednesdays, 1:00–3:00 p.m.

March 19, April 16, May 21

Crafts to Go

First Mondays, All Day

March 3, April 7, May 5

English Conversation

Tuesdays, 6:00–7:30 p.m.

‡HG Tech Help

Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, 12:00–1:00 p.m.

Independent Hill Library

Kids & Families

Reading to Dogs

Grades K–5

Select Mondays, 4:30 p.m.

March 10, 24, April 14, 28, May 12

Preschool Story Time

Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m.

Wonder Wanders Story Time, Craft, and Hike

All Ages/Families

Select Saturdays, 10:30 a.m.

March 8, 15, 22, April 5, 26

May 3, 10, 17, 31

*LEGO® Club

Grades K–5

Third Mondays, 4:30 p.m.

March 17, April 21

*Kids Take and Make Crafts

Monthly

All Ages/Families

Young Adults/Adults

*Knightly Knits and Crafty

Crochets

Select Saturdays, 10:30 a.m.

March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

April 5, 12, 26

May 3, 10, 17, 31

ASL Conversation Circle

Saturdays, 12:00 p.m.

March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

April 5, 12, 26, May 3, 10, 17, 31

Lake Ridge Library

Kids & Families

Little Rangers

Ages 3–6

Tuesday, April 29, 10:30 a.m.

Mugs for Mom

Grades 4–12

Saturday, May 3, 10:30 a.m.

Toddler Story Time

Ages 18–36 Months

Tuesdays,10:30 a.m.

Language and Literacy Baby/ Toddler Story Time

Ages 6–36 Months

Tuesday, March 4, 10:30 a.m.

Bilingual Toddler Story Time

Ages 18–36 Months

Third Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m.

March 18, April 15, May 20

Spanish Circle Time/El Circulo de Cuentos en Español

All Ages

Saturday, May 31, 10:30 a.m.

Seasonal Take and Make Crafts for Kids

Grades K–5

Select Fridays, All Day

March 21, April 18, May 16

Reading to Dogs

Grades K–5

Select Saturdays, 10:30 a.m.

March 15, April 12, May 17

Pi/Pie Day Scavenger Hunt

All Ages

March 14–22

Lit Con: Graphic Novel

Character Scavenger Hunt

All Ages

April 21–30

Lit Con: Star Wars vs. Star Trek

All Ages

April 28–May 3

‡Stuffed Animal Slumber Party

All Ages

Friday, May 9, All Day

Find Otis and Beau!

All Ages

May 27–31

Young Adults/Adults

‡Savory Tea Blends Workshop

Young Adults/Adults

Saturday, March 29, 1:00 p.m.

Quick Flip! Events by Branch

Adults

The Lake Ridge Readers Book Club

Select Mondays, 6:30 p.m.

March 31, April 28, May 19

‡Basket Weaving 102: Spring Basket

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

‡Adult Take and Make

Friday, April 25, All Day

Manassas City Library

Kids & Families

Toddler Story Time

Ages 18–36 Months   Thursdays, 11:00 a.m.

Hora del Cuento en Español

Edades/ages 18–36 meses/months

Viernes, marzo 28, abril 25, 11:00 a.m.

Fridays, March 28, April 25, 11:00 a.m.

Manassas Museum Story Time–Train Tales for Tots

Ages 18–36 Months

Wednesday, March 12, 11:00 a.m.

Construction Club

Ages 3 and Up

Tuesdays, 4:00–5:30 p.m.

March 4, April 1, May 6

Lit Con: Build-A-Hero Take and Make

Tuesday, April 22, All Day

Grades K–5

Chick Eggstravaganza

Saturday, March 15, 2:00 p.m.

All Ages/Families

Lit Con: Batman’s Library Lair Day

All Ages/Families

Saturday, April 26, 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Toddler Play Time

All Ages/Families

Select Thursdays, 11:00 a.m.

May 1, 8

Lit Con: Create-Your-OwnComic Contest

Grades K–5

April 21–May 3

Lit Con: Supervillain Scavenger

Hunt

Grades K–5

April 21–May 3

Lit Con: Free Comic Book Day

Giveaway

All Ages

Saturday, May 3, All Day

Lit Con: Create a Superhero Cape

All Ages

April 21–May 3

Young Adults

Savory Tea Blends Workshop

Young Adults/Adults

Saturday, March 8, All Day

In-Person FAFSA Assistance

Young Adults/Adults

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

Lit Con: Superhero Bottle Cap Pins Take and Make

Tuesday, April 22, All Day

Lit Con: Superhero Sketch Contest

April 21–May 3

Adults

Spice Club

Ongoing

Montclair Library

Kids & Families

Little Rangers

Ages 3–6

Wednesday, March 12, 10:30 a.m.

Stuffed Animal Sleepover

All Ages/Families

Friday, March 28, 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

*‡Life-Size Candyland

All Ages/Families

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

Lit Con: Super Art Fight

All Ages/Families

Saturday, May 3, 2:00 p.m.

*Baby Playtime

Ages 6–24 Months

First Fridays, 10:30 a.m.

March 7, April 4, May 2

‡Stroller Strides

Ages 0–6

Fourth Fridays, 10:00 a.m.

March 28, April 25, May 23

Toddler’s Construction Club

Ages 18–36 Months

Second Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.

March 13, April 10, May 8

Good Morning Story Time

Ages 3–6

Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m.

March 11, 18, 25

April 1, 8, 22, 29, May 6

*Preschool Craft Time

Ages 3–6

Fourth Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.

March 27, April 24

LEGO® Club

Grades K–5

Select Tuesdays, 5:30 p.m.

March 11, April 1

*Science Club

Ages 8–12

Third Mondays, 5:00 p.m.

March 17, April 21

*Homeschool Crafternoon

Grades K–12

Second Fridays, 1:00 p.m.

March 14, April 11, May 9

Stuffed Animal Story Time

All Ages/Families

Saturday, March 29, 10:30 a.m.

Unity in Stories

Grades K–5

Saturday, March 15, 10:00 a.m.

Friday, April 18, 10:00 a.m.

Saturday, May 17, 10:00 a.m.

Hair-Free Horace! Story Time

All Ages/Families

Saturday, March 1, 10:30 a.m.

Magic Ball of Light Story Time

All Ages/Families

Saturday, March 22, 10:30 a.m.

Young Adults

TAG: Teen Advisory Group

First Mondays, 6:00 p.m.

March 3, April 7, May 5

Quick Flip! Events by Branch

Savory Tea Blends Workshop

Young Adults/Adults

Saturday, March 15, 12:00 p.m.

*Teen Pop-In Grades 9–12

Wednesday, March 19, 3:30 p.m.

Teen LEGO® Lounge

Fourth Mondays, 4:30 p.m.

March 24, April 28

*Pom-Pom Cacti Teen Craft

Night

Tuesday, March 25, 4:30 p.m.

Teen College and Job Fair

Grades 9–12

Saturday, March 29, 2:00–4:00 p.m.

*Teen Mario Kart Tournament

Wednesday, April 16, 1:00 p.m.

Lit Con: Mod Podge Mania

Tuesday, April 22, 4:00 p.m.

‡Lit Con: Dice Delight

Young Adults/Adults

Wednesday, April 30, 5:00 p.m.

Adults Spice Club

Ongoing

American Red Cross Blood Drive

Tuesday, March 4, 11:00 a.m.

*‡Café LEGO®

Tuesday, March 18, 6:00 p.m.

Serene Journey Births

Saturday, April 12, 11:00 a.m.

‡DIY Faux Stained-Glass

Bookmarks

Tuesday, April 15, 6:00 p.m.

Seals on Wheels

Saturday, April 26, 10:00 a.m.

Writers’ Room

Second Wednesdays, 6:00 p.m.

March 12, April 9, May 14

English Conversation

Thursdays, 2:00 p.m.

March 6, 13, 20, 27

April 3, 10, 17, 24

May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Mini Fig Painting Studio

First Wednesdays, 6:00 p.m.

March 5, April 2, May 7

*Once Upon a Crime

Third Mondays, 2:00 p.m.

March 17, April 21, May 19

*Stitcher’s Circle

Second Thursdays, 10:00 a.m.

March 13, April 10, May 8

*‡Watercolor Collaborative

Select Thursdays and Fridays, 10:30 a.m.

March 21, April 17, May 15

Basket Weaving 102: Spring Basket

Saturday, May 10, 12:00 p.m.

Nokesville Library

Kids & Families

Take and Make Crafts

All Ages

Ongoing

Toddler Sensory Play

Ages 18–36 Months

Third Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.

March 20, April 17, May 15

Crafty Littles

Ages 2–6

First Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.

March 6, April 3, May 1

Music and Motion

Ages 2–6

Second Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.

March 13, April 10, May 8

Family Story Time

Ages 2–6

Fourth Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.

March 27, April 24, May 22, 29

Homeschool Hangout

Preschool–Grade 12

Select Mondays, 1:00–3:00 p.m.

March 24, April 28

Reading to Dogs

Grades K–5

First Saturdays, 10:30 a.m.

March 1, April 5, May 3

LEGO® Club

Grades K–5

Fourth Wednesdays, 4:00 p.m.

March 26, April 23, May 28

Young Adults

Maker Mondays–Celtic Knot Bookmarks

Monday, March 17, All Day

Maker Mondays–Tissue Paper Flowers

Monday, April 21, All Day

Maker Mondays–Monster Terroriums

Monday, May 19, All Day

Mental Health Month

Young Adults/Adults

Wednesday, May 14, 4:30 p.m.

Adults

Spice Club

Ongoing

Crochet and Coffee

Third Wednesdays, 11:00 a.m.

March 19, April 16, May 21

Tech Tutoring

Tuesdays, 2:00 p.m.

Craft Exchange

Wednesday, March 12, 11:00 a.m.

Upcycle for Earth Day Month

Wednesday, April 9, 11:00 a.m.

Potomac Library

Kids & Families

Blue Heeler Party

All Ages/Families

Saturday, March 1, 10:30 a.m.

Potomac Library’s 50th Birthday Party

All Ages/Families

Saturday, April 5, 12:00–4:00 p.m.

Puzzling with a Purpose

All Ages/Families

First Saturdays, 12:30–2:00 p.m.

March 1, April 5, May 3

Culture Connection: Japan

All Ages

Saturday, April 5, 10:30 a.m.

Little Rangers

Ages 3–6

Monday, April 21, 10:30 a.m.

Math Games

Grades K–5

Monday, April 21, 2:00 p.m.

‡Lit Con: Creating Good Characters with Mr. Todd

Ages 8 and Up

Saturday, April 26, 2:00 p.m.

Toddler Story Time

Ages 18–36 Months

Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.

Preschool Story Time

Ages 3–6

Mondays, 10:30 a.m.

Baby Playtime Extravaganza

Ages 6–24 Months

Select Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.

March 6, April 3, May 1

Baby Story Time

Ages 6–24 Months

Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.

Spanish Circle Time/El Circulo de Cuentos en Español

All Ages

Select Fridays, 10:30 a.m.

April 18, May 9

Honeybee Story Time

Ages 3–6

Wednesday, March 12, 10:30 a.m.

LEGO® Club

Grades K–5

Select Saturdays, 10:30 a.m.

March 29, April 26

Young Adults

Teen Advisory Group

Ages 13–18

Wednesdays, 4:00 p.m.

March 19, April 9

‡Miniature Painting Sessions

Young Adults/Adults

Select Wednesdays, 5:30 p.m.

March 5, 19

Select Mondays, 5:30 p.m.

April 7, 14, May 12, 19

Savory Tea Blends Workshop

Young Adults/Adults

Saturday, March 22, 1:00 p.m.

Adults

Spice Club Ongoing

Social Services at the Library

Select Mondays, 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

March 3, April 7, May 5

‡Discover Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Monday, March 24, 6:00–7:30 p.m.

Serene Journey Births

Saturday, March 29, 11:00 a.m.

‡Mock Naturalization Interviews

Monday, March 10, 4:00–7:00 p.m.

‡AARP: Work and Jobs

Tuesday, May 6, 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

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

African American Book Club

Second Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m.

March 12, April 9, May 14

Historical Fiction Book Club

Third Wednesdays, 1:00 p.m.

March 19, April 16

Brit Lit Book Club

Last Mondays,1:00–2:30 p.m.

March 31, April 28

Annual Brit Lit and Historical Fiction Book Clubs Joint Meeting

Wednesday, May 21, 1:00 p.m.

Basket Weaving 102: Spring Basket

Saturday, March 8, 10:30 a.m.

*‡Meet and Make: Earth Day Craft

Monday, April 14, 1:00 p.m.

WhaZoodle?

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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: 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

Please note: Books are picked up from the book drops once a week. Please allow at least one week for them to be checked in. pwcva.gov/library

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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