Upcoming Events at Ashburn Library

Ashburn Library Storytimes

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Ongoing
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Baby Storytime (0 to 18 months)

Mondays, 10:00 AM

Wednesdays, 10:00 AM

Saturdays, 11:00 AM

Toddler Storytime (18 to 24 months)

Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10:00 AM

Terrific 2s

Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10:45 AM

Preschool Storytime (3 to 5s)

Tuesdays & Thursdays, 11:30 AM

Wednesdays, 1:30 PM & 7:00 PM

Musical Storytime (2 & up with caregiver)

Fridays, 10:00 AM

Family Storytime (2 & up with caregiver)
Saturdays, 10:00 AM
Sundays, 1:00 PM

One-on-One ESL Tutoring

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Ashburn Library
January - February 2010, by appointment
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Starting December 14th, come to the Information Desk to sign-up for English as a Second Language tutoring during January and February. ESL learners will be partnered with a trained Ashburn Library volunteer for a 1-hour session each week for 2 months. For adults.

Art on Exhibit

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January - February 2010
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Techno-Impressionism by Tony Carp

ESL - English Conversation Group

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Ashburn Library
Tuesdays, 7:00 PM, January - February
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An informal conversation group for non-native speakers to practice speaking English.
For adults.

Rhythm, Rhyme & Tune Time LOTTERY

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Ashburn Library
Wednesdays, Jan. 6, 13, 20, 27, Feb. 3 & 10, 11:15 AM
Registration required. Call 703-737-8100 or register online..
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Sing, chant, play instruments and move creatively as we explore the sounds, rhythms and patterns that make up our language. For ages 0 - 4 with a parent or caregiver.

LOTTERY REGISTRATION PROCEDURES:

Register for the LOTTERY for the 6 week Rhythm, Rhyme & Tune Time program between December 17 - December 27. Participants will be notified, after random computerized selection, on December 28.

Babygarten

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Wednesdays, Jan. 6, 13, 20, 27, Feb. 3 & 10, 2:30 PM
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A fun, exciting and informational program that focuses on how nursery rhymes, songs and books can enrich your children’s lives and promote later learning success.
For ages 0-18 months with a parent or caregiver.

ESL - English Conversation Group

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Ashburn Library
Thursdays, 10:00 AM, January - February
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An informal conversation group for non-native speakers to practice speaking English.
For adults.

Teen Reading Buddies Storytime

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Ashburn Library
Mondays, Feb. 8 & 22, 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Encourage your child’s love of books by pairing them with a teen reading buddy for one-on-one reading time.
For ages 3-6.

Parent University presented by Certified Educators from The Goddard School for Early Childhood Development

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Ashburn Library
Tuesday, Feb. 9, 7:00 PM
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Informational sessions for parents and caregivers.
Logic, Patterns, and Shapes.

Ashburn Teen Advisory Council

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Ashburn Library
Wednesday, Feb. 10, 4:30 PM
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Help us plan events, let us know what library programs you like, and get volunteer hours at the same time.

Join us Wednesday February 10^th at 4:30 PM for an orientation. Meetings will be held every other Wednesday from 4:30 to 5:30. Registration begins January 27th. For ages 12-18.

Virginia Readers' Choice Primary Book Club

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Ashburn Library
Thursday, Feb. 11, 7:00 PM
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Old Bear by Kevin Henkes, and Buster Goes to Cowboy Camp by Denise Fleming.
For ages 5-8.

Ashburn Peacemakers/Black History Month: Martin's Big Words

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Ashburn Library
Friday, Feb. 12, 3:30 PM
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Learn about Martin Luther King, Jr.’s life and legacy. Then take home one of his "big words."
For ages 5 - 8.

Family Movie Matinee

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Ashburn Library
Saturday, Feb. 13, 3:00 PM
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Bring your pillows and blankets to get comfy and watch a movie on the big screen! Don’t forget your favorite snacks.
February 13: Beverly Hills Chihuahua, Rated PG, 91 minutes

Seasonal Storytime & Sing-Along

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Ashburn Library
Saturday, Feb. 13,10:00 AM
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Monthly storytime & sing-along based on a seasonal theme with stories, songs, flannel board activities, musical instruments and a craft. For ages 2-6 with a parent or caregiver.
January 9: Winter is here!
February 13: I love Valentine’s Day!

Poetry & Short Story Group with Shannyn Snyder - Try Poetry 2010

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Ashburn Library
Saturday, Feb. 13, 1:00 PM
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Share ideas and get tips on writing poetry and short stories. Meet fellow writers and poets once a month, February through May.
For ages 12-18.

One-on-One ESL Tutoring

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Ashburn Library
March - April, by Appointment
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Starting February 15th, come to the Information Desk to sign-up for English as a Second Language tutoring during March and April. ESL learners will be partnered with a volunteer for a 1-hour session each week for 2 months.

For adults.

Teen Book Group

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Ashburn Library
Thursday, Feb. 18, 7:00PM
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Accept the challenge: pick the best teen book of 2009. We’ll meet once a month to discuss books published in 2009, then in February 2010 we’ll vote for Ashburn’s Best Books for Young Adults. Books are available at the Information Desk.

For ages 12-18.

Junie B. Jones Book Club

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Thursday, Feb. 18, 4:00 PM
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Junie B. Jones Smells Something Fishy by Barbara Parks.
For ages 6-9.

Black History Month - KanKouran West African Dance & Drum

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Ashburn Library
Saturday, Feb. 20, 3:00 PM
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Dancing and drumming like you’ve never seen before!

Credit Reports and Scores with CCCS of Greater Washington

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Ashburn Library
Saturday, Feb. 20, 10:00 AM
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Learn the ins and outs of your credit report.
For Adults.

Tai Chi with Steven LaForce

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Ashburn Library
Sunday, Feb. 21, 3:30 PM
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Explore this ancient Chinese martial art that exercises the body, mind and spirit.

For ages 12-18.

Wii Nights

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Ashburn Library
Monday, Feb. 22, 7:00 PM
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Come play popular titles with friends and family. Meet new people and play new games. Door prizes! Take part in a game swap: bring a current generation console game (Rated E - for Everyone) and trade it for something different.

For all ages.

Mad Scientists' Club

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Ashburn Library
Tuesday, Feb. 23, 7:00 PM
Registration required, begins Feb 9. Call 703-737-8100 or register online..
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Explore scientific topics through activities.
Dental Health.
For ages 8 - 11.

Kids' Book Club: Guys Read

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Ashburn Library
Thursday, Feb. 25, 7:00 PM
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Bodies from the ... series by James Deem.
For ages 8-11.
Registration begins four weeks before the program.

Teen Reading Buddy Volunteers Orientation

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Ashburn Library
Thursday, Feb. 25, 4:30 PM
Registration required, begins Feb 11. Call 703-737-8100 or register online..
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Read stories to children ages 3-6 on Mondays, 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM. Orientation for the March-April session is Thursday, February 25th at 4:30 PM. Registration begins February 11.

For ages 12-18.

Art on Exhibit

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Ashburn Library
March - April 2010
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Oil Paintings by Denise Malakooti.

Teen Reading Buddies Storytime

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Ashburn Library
Mondays, 4:30 PM (closed May 31)
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Encourage your child’s love of books by pairing them with a teen reading buddy for one-on-one reading time.
For ages 3-6.

Rhythm, Rhyme & Tune Time LOTTERY

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Ashburn Library
Mondays, Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, & Apr 5, 11:15 AM
Registration required, begins Feb 14. Call 703-737-8100 or register online..
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Sing, chant, play instruments and move creatively as we explore the sounds, rhythms and patterns that make up our language. For ages 0 - 4 with a parent or caregiver.

LOTTERY REGISTRATION PROCEDURES:

Register for the LOTTERY for the 6 week Rhythm, Rhyme & Tune Time program between February 14 and February 21. Participants will be notified, after random computerized selection, on February 22.

Ashburn Peacemakers: Share a Smile

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Ashburn Library
Monday, Mar. 1, 4:00 PM
Registration required, begins Feb 14. Call 703-737-8100 or register online..
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This year-long series of programs focuses on peace and peacemaking. Stories, music, crafts and collaborative activities help strengthen participants’ understanding of tolerance and how working together benefits their larger community.
Learn how you can change the world with a smile.
For ages 5 - 8.

Adult Book Club

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Ashburn Library
Monday, Mar. 1, 7:00 PM
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Loving Frank by Nancy Horan

Workshop on Buying Your Dream Home with Vivianne Couts, Realtor, Coldwell Banker

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Ashburn Library
Monday, Mar. 1, 7:00 PM
Registration required, begins Feb 16. Call 703-737-8100 or register online..
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Tips on how to buy your dream home in today’s challenging real estate market. Vivianne Couts, is also an accredited staging professional.

For Adults.

What's the BIG Idea? Teen Volunteers Orientation

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Ashburn Library
Tuesdays, March 2, 9, 16, 23, 4:30 PM
Registration required, begins Feb 16. Call 703-737-8100 or register online..
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Teens make books come alive by reading to children and leading them in hands-on learning activities.
For ages 14 - 18.

Mother-Daughter Book Discussion

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Ashburn Library
Tuesday, Mar. 2, 4:00 PM
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Toys Go Out: Being the Adventures of a Knowledgeable Stingray, a Toughy Little Buffalo and Someone Called Plastic by Emily Jenkins.
For ages 7-9, with a parent or guardian.

ESL - English Conversation Group

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Ashburn Library
Tuesdays, 7:00 PM, March - May
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An informal conversation group for non-native speakers to practice speaking English.
For adults.

Babygarten

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Ashburn Library
Wednesdays, Mar 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, & Apr 7, 2:30 PM
Registration required, begins Feb 17. Call 703-737-8100 or register online..
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Rhythm, Rhyme & Tune Time LOTTERY

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Ashburn Library
Wednesdays, Mar 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 & Apr 7, 11:15 AM
Registration required, begins Feb 14. Call 703-737-8100 or register online..
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Sing, chant, play instruments and move creatively as we explore the sounds, rhythms and patterns that make up our language. For ages 0 - 4 with a parent or caregiver.

LOTTERY REGISTRATION PROCEDURES:

Register for the LOTTERY for the 6 week Rhythm, Rhyme & Tune Time program between February 14 and February 21. Participants will be notified, after random computerized selection, on February 22.

Graphic Novels Book Club

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Ashburn Library
Wednesday, Mar. 3, 7:00 P.M.
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If you think all comics are muscular men in tights, you may be surprised. Join us every first Wednesday of the month to discuss “graphic novels” for grown-ups. Copies of the book will be available at the Information Desk.

Stitches: a memoir by David Small.

For adults.

ESL - English Conversation Group

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Ashburn Library
Thursdays, 10:00 AM, March - May
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An informal conversation group for non-native speakers to practice speaking English.
For adults.

Ashburn Kids Book Club

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Ashburn Library
Thursday, Mar. 4, 7:00 PM
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A Crooked Kind of Perfect by Linda Urban

For ages 8-11.
Registration begins Feb. 4 at 10:00 AM.

The Living Rainforest presented by The Learning Safari

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Ashburn Library
Saturday, Mar. 6, 3:00 PM
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The Learning Safari of Leesburg Animal Park introduces the fascinating and vanishing world of tropical rainforests.
For ages 5 & up.

Understanding Our Differences - Film & Discussion

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Ashburn Library
Sunday, Mar. 7, 2:00 PM
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Understanding Our Differences is a PBS film/ Bill Moyers production. Faciliated discussion will follow. In partnership with Loudoun County BRIDGES.

Workshop on Selling Your Home in Today's Challenging Real Estate Market with Vivianne Couts, Realtor, Coldwell Banker

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Ashburn Library
Monday, Mar. 8, 7:00 PM
Registration required, begins Feb 22. Call 703-737-8100 or register online..
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Tips on selling your home in the current real estate market. Vivianne Couts is also an accredited staging professional.

For Adults.

What's the BIG Idea?

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Ashburn Library
Tuesday, Mar. 9, 4:30 PM
Registration required, begins Feb 23. Call 703-737-8100 or register online..
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Teens make books come alive by reading and then leading children in hands-on, math and science activities.
Theme: Recognizing Same and Different & Sorting and Collecting.
For ages 4 - 7.

Adult Education Fair - Communities Thrive @ Your Library

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Ashburn Library
Wednesday, Mar. 10, 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Are you an adult looking to go back to school for your degree? Or maybe to take a few classes?
Representatives from area universities, schools and Loudoun County Government Departments will be available to discuss what they offer and how you can get started.
For Adults.

Seasonal Storytime

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Ashburn Library
Thursdays, Mar. 11, Apr. 8 & May 13, 3:30 PM
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Monthly storytime & sing-along based on a seasonal theme with stories, songs, flannel board activities, musical instruments and a craft. For ages 2-6 with a parent or caregiver.
March 11: Let’s celebrate St. Patrick’s Day!
April 8: Spring is here!
May 13: Bugs, Bugs, Bugs!

Virginia Readers' Choice Primary Book Club

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Ashburn Library
Thursday, Mar. 11, 7:00 PM
Registration required, begins Feb 25. Call 703-737-8100 or register online..
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Meerkat Mail, by Emily Gravett. For ages 5-8.

Poetry & Short Story Group with Shannyn Snyder - Try Poetry 2010

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Ashburn Library
Saturday, Mar. 13, 1:00 PM
Registration required, begins Feb 27. Call 703-737-8100 or register online..
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Share ideas and get tips on writing poetry and short stories. Meet fellow writers and poets once a month, February through May.

Movies -- Not Just for Kids!

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Ashburn Library
Mondays, Mar. 15, Apr. 12 & May 3, 7:00 PM
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Join us for family-friendly movies that have become classics! Mothers, fathers, sisters, and brothers: movies with something for everyone!

Click the event title or contact the Ashburn Library for titles and details.

For all ages.

Blood Drives at the Library with Inova Bloodmobile

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Ashburn Library
Tuesdays, Mar. 16 & May 11, 2:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Give blood at the library! For an appointment call 1-866-BLOODSAVES (1-866-256-6372). Walk-ins are also welcome.

What's the BIG Idea?

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Ashburn Library
Tuesday, Mar. 16, 4:30 PM
Registration required, begins Mar 2. Call 703-737-8100 or register online..
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Teens make books come alive by reading and then leading children in hands-on, math and science activities.
Theme: Building & Shadows.
For ages 4 - 7.

Junie B. Jones Book Club

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Ashburn Library
Thursday, Mar. 18, 4:00 PM
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Junie B. Jones is a Party Animal by Barbara Parks.
For ages 6-9.

Family Movie Matinee

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Ashburn Library
Saturdays, Mar. 20, Apr. 17 & May 15, 3:00 PM
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Bring your pillows and blankets to get comfy and watch a movie on the big screen! Don’t forget your favorite snacks.
March 20: Tale of Despereaux, Rated G, 93 minutes
April 17: Charlotte’s Web, Rated G, 113 minutes
May 15: Bambi, Rated G, 70 minutes

Every Child Ready to Read: Early Literacy Workshop for Parents

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Ashburn Library
Monday, Mar. 22, 7:00 PM
Registration required, begins Mar 8. Call 703-737-8100 or register online..
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Learn age-specific pre-reading skills to prepare your child to learn to read. For parents and caregivers of 0-2 year olds.

Wii Nights

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Ashburn Library
Mondays, Mar. 22, Apr. 19 & May 24, 7:00 PM
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Play a variety of Nintendo Wii games. Come play popular titles with friends and family. Meet new people and play new games. Door prizes!

For all ages.

What's the BIG Idea?

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Ashburn Library
Tuesday, Mar. 23, 4:30 PM
Registration required, begins Mar 9. Call 703-737-8100 or register online..
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Teens make books come alive by reading and then leading children in hands-on, math and science activities.
Theme: Patterns and Relationships are Everywhere & Number Patterns.
For ages 4 - 7.

Kids' Book Club: Guys Read

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Ashburn Library
Thursday, Mar. 25, 7:00 PM
Registration required, begins Feb 25. Call 703-737-8100 or register online..
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The Secret Seven by Enid Blyton
For ages 8-11.
Registration begins four weeks before the program.

Paws to Read

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Ashburn Library
Sunday, Mar. 28, 2:00 PM
Registration required, begins Mar 14. Call 703-737-8100 or register online..
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What do you get when you bring children, dogs and books together? You get happy, confident children who love to read! Certified therapy dogs and their handlers will visit the library to read with your child.
In partnership with paws4people foundation, Inc.

Introduction to the Piano with Piano Xpress

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Ashburn Library
Monday, Mar. 29, 10:30 AM
Registration required, begins Mar 15. Call 703-737-8100 or register online..
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High-energy, interactive piano instruction.
For ages 5 -11.

Mad Scientists' Club

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Ashburn Library
Tuesday, Mar. 30, 7:00 PM
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Explore scientific topics through activities.
Mad Messages & Codes.
For ages 8 - 11.

Ashburn Kids Book Club

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Ashburn Library
Thursday, Apr. 1, 7:00 PM
Registration required, begins Mar 4. Call 703-737-8100 or register online..
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Igraine the Brave by Cornelia Funke
For ages 8-11.
Registration begins March 4 at 10:00 AM.

Introduction to the Piano with Piano Xpress

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Ashburn Library
Thursday, Apr. 1, 10:30 AM
Registration required, begins Mar 18. Call 703-737-8100 or register online..
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Introductory piano instruction.
For ages 5 - 11.

Ashburn Library's Talent Show - Talent Needed!

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Ashburn Library
Thursday, April 1 - Sunday, May 9
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Can you dance, sing, tell jokes? Come by the Information Desk to sign up your act between Thursday, April 1st and Saturday, May 1st.
Dress Rehearsal: Sunday, May 2nd at 2:00 PM
Performance: Sunday May 9th at 2:00 PM

Adult Book Club

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Ashburn Library
Monday, Apr. 5, 7:00 PM
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Opening Skinner’s Box: Great Psychological Experiments of the Twentieth Century by Lauren Slater

Mother-Daughter Book Discussion

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Ashburn Library
Tuesday, Apr. 6, 4:00 PM
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Mr. Popper’s Penguins by Richard and Florence Atwater
For ages 7-9, with a parent or guardian.

Graphic Novels Book Club

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Ashburn Library
Wednesday, Apr. 7, 7:00 PM.
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Persepolis by Marjane Satrapi.

For adults.

Children's Area Volunteers - Orientation

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Ashburn Library
Thursday, Apr. 8, 7:00 PM
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Help keep our Children’s Area in order! Spend an hour a week picking up books and shelving. You must attend the orientation on Thursday, April 8th at 7:00 PM. You are registering for a two-month rotation.
For ages 12-14.

Please select your top 2 preferred times and days, and enter them in the registration form’s Special Needs box. Choose from the options below:

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Wednesday 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Saturday 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Saturday 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Sunday 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Creatures Great & Small presented by Rainbow Puppets - National Library Week

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Ashburn Library
Sunday, Apr. 11, 4:00 PM
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A tiny acrobatic flea and a giant stegosaurus are among the animals featured in this lively musical review of favorite animal songs.

National Library Week Children's Poet-Tree Hunt - Try Poetry 2010

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Ashburn Library
April 12 - April 17
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Celebrate National Library Week! Monday, April 12 - Saturday, April 17

Stop by the Youth Services Desk and pick up a Poet-Tree hunt any time this week. Complete and turn in your hunt to the Youth Services staff by April 17 and receive a small prize. Then add a "leaf" to our Poet-Tree and take a chance at the guessing jar full of goodies.

For ages 5-11.

Resume Webinar Workshop with Barbara Safani of Career Solvers

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Ashburn Library
Wednesday, Apr. 14, 4:00 PM
Registration required, begins Mar 31. Call 703-737-8100 or register online..
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Tips on writing powerful resumes that get the attention of hiring managers.

Junie B. Jones Book Club

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Ashburn Library
Thursday, Apr. 15, 4:00 PM
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Junie B. Jones is Captain Field Day by Barbara Parks.
For ages 6-9.

Ashburn Peacemakers: Free to Read - National Library Week

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Ashburn Library
Friday, Apr. 16, 3:30 PM
Registration required, begins Apr 2. Call 703-737-8100 or register online..
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Celebrate National Library Week! Learn about the freedom to read.
For ages 5 - 8.

Poetry & Short Story Group with Shannyn Snyder - Try Poetry 2010

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Ashburn Library
Saturday, Apr. 17, 1:00 PM
Registration required, begins Apr 3. Call 703-737-8100 or register online..
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Share ideas and get tips on writing poetry and short stories. Meet fellow writers and poets once a month, February through May.

Every Child Ready to Read: Early Literacy Workshop for Parents

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Ashburn Library
Monday, Apr. 19, 7:00 PM
Registration required, begins Apr 5. Call 703-737-8100 or register online..
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Learn age-specific pre-reading skills to prepare your child to learn to read. For parents and caregivers of 2 & 3 year olds.

One-on-One ESL Tutoring

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Ashburn Library
May - June, by Appointment
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Starting April 19th, come to the Information Desk to sign-up for English as a Second Language tutoring during May and June. ESL learners will be partnered with a volunteer for a 1-hour session each week for 2 months.

For adults.

Kids' Book Club: Guys Read

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Ashburn Library
Thursday, Apr. 22, 7:00 PM
Registration required, begins Mar 25. Call 703-737-8100 or register online..
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Escape! The Story of the Great Houdini by Sid Fleischman
For ages 8-11.
Registration begins four weeks before the program.

Paws to Read

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Ashburn Library
Sunday, Apr. 25, 2:00 PM
Registration required, begins Apr 11. Call 703-737-8100 or register online..
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Family Activities For TV Turnoff Week

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Ashburn Library
Monday, Apr. 26 & Thursday, Apr. 29, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Fun, family-friendly activities including book sharing, puppets, games, music, and crafts.

Rhythm, Rhyme & Tune Time LOTTERY

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Ashburn Library
Mondays, Apr. 26, May 3, 10, 17 & 24, 11:15 AM.
Registration required, begins Apr 12. Call 703-737-8100 or register online..
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Sing, chant, play instruments and move creatively as we explore the sounds, rhythms and patterns that make up our language. For ages 0 - 4 with a parent or caregiver.

LOTTERY REGISTRATION PROCEDURES:

Register for the LOTTERY for the 5 week Rhythm, Rhyme & Tune Time program between April 12 and April 18. Participants will be notified, after random computerized selection, on April 19.

Mad Scientists' Club welcomes the Audubon Naturalist Society

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Ashburn Library
Tuesday, Apr. 27, 7:00 PM
Registration required, begins Apr 13. Call 703-737-8100 or register online..
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Explore scientific topics through activities. This month’s topic is Reptile or Amphibian?
For ages 8 - 11.

Teen Reading Buddy Volunteers Orientation

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Ashburn Library
Tuesday, Apr. 27, 4:30 PM
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Read stories to children ages 3-6 on Mondays, 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM. Orientation for the May-June session is Tuesday, April 27th at 4:30 PM. Registration begins April 13.

For ages 12-18.

Babygarten

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Ashburn Library
Wednesdays, Apr. 28, May 5, 12, 19, 26 & Jun. 2, 2:30 PM
Registration required, begins Apr 14. Call 703-737-8100 or register online..
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Rhythm, Rhyme & Tune Time LOTTERY

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Ashburn Library
Wednesdays, Apr. 28, May 5, 12, 19, 26 & Jun 2, 11:15 AM
Registration required, begins Apr 12. Call 703-737-8100 or register online..
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Sing, chant, play instruments and move creatively as we explore the sounds, rhythms and patterns that make up our language. For ages 0 - 4 with a parent or caregiver.

LOTTERY REGISTRATION PROCEDURES:

Register for the LOTTERY for the 6 week Rhythm, Rhyme & Tune Time program between April 12 and April 18. Participants will be notified, after random computerized selection, on April 19.

Kwame Alexander: Poet in Residence - Try Poetry 2010

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Ashburn Library
Wednesday, Apr. 28, 7:00 PM
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Kwame Alexander, poet, publisher, and award-winning producer of literary programs, will delight and inspire you with his poetry.
For all ages.

Celebrate Arbor Day! presented by Loudoun Soil & Water Conservation District

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Ashburn Library
Friday, Apr. 30, 4:00 PM
Registration required, begins Apr 16. Call 703-737-8100 or register online..
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Come celebrate Arbor Day with stories, crafts, and activities about the importance of trees.
For ages 5-9.

Art on Exhibit

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Ashburn Library
May - June 2010
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Printmaking by Sheryl L. Ligon.

Poetry & Short Story Group with Shannyn Snyder - Try Poetry 2010

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Ashburn Library
Saturday, May 1, 1:00 PM
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Share ideas and get tips on writing poetry and short stories. Meet fellow writers and poets once a month, February through May.

Adult Book Club

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Ashburn Library
Monday, May 3, 7:00 PM
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The Wettest County in the World by Matt Bondurant

Mother-Daughter Book Discussion

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Ashburn Library
Tuesday, May 4, 4:00 PM
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The Secret Seven by Enid Blyton
For ages 7-9, with a parent or guardian.

Graphic Novels Book Club

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Ashburn Library
Wednesday, May 5, 7:00 PM
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Ashburn Kids Book Club

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Ashburn Library
Thursday, May 6, 7:00 PM
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No Talking by Andrew Clements
For ages 8-11.
Registration begins April 1 at 10:00 AM.

Ashburn Library's Talent Show

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Ashburn Library
Sunday, May 9, 2:00 PM
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Watch our stars shine! For all ages.

Todd Parr-ty! - Children's Book Week

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Ashburn Library
Tuesday, May 11, 4:00 PM
Registration required, begins Apr 27. Call 703-737-8100 or register online..
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Celebrate Children’s Book Week with the books of Todd Parr.
For ages 4-8.

Dance Like a Chicken - Children's Book Week

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Ashburn Library
Friday, May 14, 3:30 PM
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Celebrate Children’s Book Week with chicken stories and dancing.
For ages 4-8.

Ashburn Peacemakers: Hana's Suitcase

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Ashburn Library
Sunday, May 16, 3:00 PM
Registration required, begins May 2. Call 703-737-8100 or register online..
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Book discussion: Hana’s Suitcase by Karen Levine
For ages 8-12.

Getting Publishers to Say Yes! with author, David Hazard

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Ashburn Library
Monday, May 17, 7:00 PM
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The edge you need to land the contract! Tips to help new writers break into the publishing field and established writers refresh their direction.

Junie B. Jones Book Club

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Ashburn Library
Thursday, May 20, 4:00 PM
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Junie B. Jones Has a Peep in Her Pocket Day by Barbara Parks.
For ages 6-9.

Paws to Read

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Ashburn Library
Sunday, May 23, 2:00 PM
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Every Child Ready to Read: Early Literacy Workshop for Parents

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Ashburn Library
Monday, May 24, 7:00 PM
Registration required, begins May 10. Call 703-737-8100 or register online..
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Learn age-specific pre-reading skills to prepare your child to learn to read. For parents and caregivers of 4 & 5 year olds.

Mad Scientists' Club

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Ashburn Library
Tuesday, May 25, 7:00 PM
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Explore scientific topics through activities.
Sweet Science & the Sense of Taste.
For ages 8-11.

Kids' Book Club: Guys Read

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Ashburn Library
Thursday, May 27, 7:00 PM
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Soup by Scott Newton Peck
For ages 8-11.
Registration begins four weeks before the program.

Story Inventing Workshops with author, Mary Amato

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Ashburn Library
Wednesday, Jun. 23, 4:00 P.M.
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For ages six to nine.

Art on Exhibit

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Ashburn Library
July - August 2010
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Watercolors by Alice Power.