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May19Sun
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CENTRAL LIBRARY PARKING GARAGE CLOSED FOR MAINTENANCEMay 19 (all-day)
UPDATE: The Central Library underground parking garage will again be closed beginning Tuesday, May 14. We expect it to reopen Saturday, May 18 at the latest.
On-site parking will still be available but limited in the east parking lot and the smaller north parking lot. Central Library users are always encouraged to consider public transportation options or walking or biking and especially this week.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation during Central Library’s ongoing renovation work this year.
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SHIRLINGTON SIDE ENTRYWAY AND BOOK DROP CLOSED FOR CONSTRUCTIONMay 19 (all-day)
The Shirlington side entryway and book drop are inaccessible because of construction.
Please use the branch’s front doors and drop.
Thank you for your patience.
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VIRGINIA ROOM CLOSED FOR CENTRAL LIBRARY RENOVATIONSMay 19 (all-day)
Because of ongoing interior work to improve comfort and convenience at Central Library, the Virginia Room will be temporarily closed to the public beginning Thursday, May 9.
We apologize for any inconvenience and hope to have the Virginia Room space reopen beginning Wednesday, May 22.
Please check the Library website for updates on the continuing renovation work at Central Library.
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Sunday Job Seekers Lab–Columbia Pike5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
A weekly lab to make hunting for jobs easier.
Participants receive:
- Three-hour uninterrupted computer reservations
- Free job-related printing
- Extra staff /volunteers ready to help with resources and online applications.
Drop-ins welcome.
Take advantage of a selection of job-related books, local job skills course catalogs and local employment center brochures.
- Three-hour uninterrupted computer reservations
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Book Dating for Singles–Shirlington6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Looking for a “novel” way to connect with other singles in the area?
Bring a couple of books you’d like to share–favorites, disappointments, books in progress or even books you’re planning to read. Book “dates” will be timed at 3 minutes, allowing all participants an opportunity to meet. The event will be moderated by library staff. What happens next? That’s another story.
There will be a drawing for tickets to a show at Signature Theatre.
Light refreshments.
Register:
- Call 703-228-6545
- RSVP on MeetUp
Read more about our Book Dating events in the Washington Post.
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May20Mon
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SHIRLINGTON SIDE ENTRYWAY AND BOOK DROP CLOSED FOR CONSTRUCTIONMay 20 (all-day)
The Shirlington side entryway and book drop are inaccessible because of construction.
Please use the branch’s front doors and drop.
Thank you for your patience.
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VIRGINIA ROOM CLOSED FOR CENTRAL LIBRARY RENOVATIONSMay 20 (all-day)
Because of ongoing interior work to improve comfort and convenience at Central Library, the Virginia Room will be temporarily closed to the public beginning Thursday, May 9.
We apologize for any inconvenience and hope to have the Virginia Room space reopen beginning Wednesday, May 22.
Please check the Library website for updates on the continuing renovation work at Central Library.
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Drop-in Storytime: Baby Steps–Westover10:30 am – 11:30 am
For ages 1 year and under.
No registration required. First come, first served until capacity is reached.
Call 703-228-5260 for more information.
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Drop-In Storytime: Over Twos–Shirlington10:30 am – 11:15 am
For ages 25 months through 5 years.
No registration required. Storytimes are first-come, first-served seating until capacity is reached.
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Drop-In Storytime: Over Twos–Shirlington10:30 am – 11:15 am
For ages 25 months through 5 years.
No registration required. Storytimes are first-come, first-served seating until capacity is reached.
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Drop-in Storytime: Under Twos–Glencarlyn10:30 am – 11:30 am
For ages up to 2 years.
No registration required. First come, first served until capacity is reached.
Call 703-228-6548 for more information.
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Drop-in Storytime: Baby Steps–Central2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
For ages up to a year old. No registration required. First come, first served until capacity is reached.
Call 703-228-5946 for more information.
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Tech Class: Microsoft Excel 2010–Central2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Learn common uses of Microsoft Office spreadsheets and how to manage information.
This class will show you how to create worksheets, enter data, navigate toolbars, use basic formulas and functions and format and print worksheets.
Required skills: Keyboard and mouse skills along with knowledge of Windows.
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English Conversation Class–Central3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Non-native speakers practice English, in a small group setting.
For more information, call Ingrid Kauffman at 703-228-5996.
Please note that this class will meet on Mondays at 3 p.m. beginning Oct. 15.
Learn more about Language Conversation Classes at the Library.
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Drop-in Family Storytime–Cherrydale6:45 pm – 7:45 pm
For all ages. No registration required.
First come, first served until capacity is reached.
Call 703-228-6330 for more information.
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Face-to-Face Chat with a County Board Member–Central7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
It’s an Open Door Monday for at least one member of Arlington’s County Board.
Stop by, say “hello,” and ask questions or say what’s on your mind.
Open Door Mondays Schedule for 2013:
First Monday of the month at Westover Branch Library
Second Monday of the month Columbia Pike Branch Library
Third Monday of the month at Central Library
Fourth Monday of the month at Shirlington Branch Library
No meetings in August, December, or on Fifth Mondays of the month.
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Poetry Workshop–Shirlington7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Join an informal group of writers at the Shirlington Branch for a poetry workshop. April is National Poetry Month.
Members write and read original poetry and exchange constructive criticism.
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May21Tue
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SHIRLINGTON SIDE ENTRYWAY AND BOOK DROP CLOSED FOR CONSTRUCTIONMay 21 (all-day)
The Shirlington side entryway and book drop are inaccessible because of construction.
Please use the branch’s front doors and drop.
Thank you for your patience.
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VIRGINIA ROOM CLOSED FOR CENTRAL LIBRARY RENOVATIONSMay 21 (all-day)
Because of ongoing interior work to improve comfort and convenience at Central Library, the Virginia Room will be temporarily closed to the public beginning Thursday, May 9.
We apologize for any inconvenience and hope to have the Virginia Room space reopen beginning Wednesday, May 22.
Please check the Library website for updates on the continuing renovation work at Central Library.
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Film: “Mansfield Park ” [1999]–Columbia Pike3:00 pm – 4:45 pm
Columbia Pike screenings move to Tuesday afternoons.
At 12, Fanny Price, a poor relation, goes to live at Mansfield Park, the estate of her aunt’s husband, Sir Thomas. Fanny is soon possessed of beauty as well as a keen mind and comes to the attention of a neighbor, Henry Crawford. Fanny must assess Henry’s character and assert her heart as well as her wit.
Rated PG-13, 112 minutes. Directed by Trey Parker. Starring Francis O’Conner and Johnny Lee Miller.
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Drop-in Storytime: Over Twos–Cherrydale4:30 pm – 5:15 pm
For ages 25 months to 5 years. No registration required. First come, first served until capacity is reached.
Call 703-228-6330 for more information.
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Kids Read to Dogs: “Paws to Read”–Columbia Pike5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Children grades K – 5 are invited to read to therapy dogs.
Each “Paws to Read” child is given a 15-minute session where they will be paired with a canine listener. Volunteers (both owners and dogs) are part of PAL (People. Animals. Love.), an animal therapy organization. All participating dogs are trained and certified.
Studies have shown that reading to a dog (or other non-judgmental audience) can help improve a child’s reading level and increase their enjoyment of reading.
Please register for a slot by calling 703-228-5710.
Learn more about Kids Events at the Library.
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Drop-in Storytime: Family Storytime–Central6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Central Library garage closed the week of May 6.
All ages. No registration required.
First come, first served until capacity is reached.
Call 703-228-5946 for more information.
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Film: “Tower Heist” [2011]–Shirlington6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
A Shirlington Screen Alternating Tuesdays presentation.
When a group of hard working guys find out they’ve fallen victim to a wealthy business man’s Ponzi scheme, they conspire to rob his high-rise residence. Starring Ben Stiller, Casey Affleck, Judd Hirsch, Alan Alda, Eddie Murphy, Matthew Broderick and directed by Brett Ratner.
Rated PG-13, 105 minutes.
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Bike Class: Two Wheel Tuesdays–Aurora Hills7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Tuesday night is bike night in Arlington!
Attend weekly informative and interactive Bike Arlington sessions at the Aurora Hills Branch Library on everything you need to know about biking in Arlington.
Each session will address a specific topic:
- May 7: Savvy Cycling Tips
- May 14: Routes and Directions
- May 21: Bike Types and Gear
- May 28: Savvy Cycling Tips
Don’t have a bike? Try one of these, with stations around Arlington.
Presented in partnership with BikeArlington.
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