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SUMMARY:The Lake Ridge Readers Book Club
DESCRIPTION:From first-time bookworms to lifelong literature lovers\, all adults are welcome at Lake Ridge Readers! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nEach month\, they explore a new genre\, share their thoughts\, and discover the joy of reading—together. Come for the books\, stay for the conversation!
URL:https://occoquandistrict.net/event/the-lake-ridge-readers-book-club-3/
LOCATION:Lake Ridge Library\, 2239 Old Bridge Road\, Woodbridge\, VA\, 22192\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books and Authors,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260722T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260722T110000
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SUMMARY:Story Time in the Park
DESCRIPTION:Visit River Mill Park (415 Mill Street) in Occoquan for Story Time in the Park\, presented by the Occoquan Historical Society‘s Mill House Museum and Cozy Calico Books. Featuring picture books suitable for children from pre-school through elementary school\, Story Time in the Park is free and open to the public. No pre-registration is necessary.
URL:https://occoquandistrict.net/event/story-time-in-the-park-2/
LOCATION:River Mill Park\, 407 Mill St\, Occoquan\, VA\, 22125\, United States
CATEGORIES:Town of Occoquan,Historical,Children's,Books and Authors,Free
ORGANIZER;CN="Town of Occoquan":MAILTO:jlittle@occoquanva.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260715T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260715T110000
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SUMMARY:Story Time in the Park
DESCRIPTION:Visit River Mill Park (415 Mill Street) in Occoquan for Story Time in the Park\, presented by the Occoquan Historical Society‘s Mill House Museum and Cozy Calico Books. Featuring picture books suitable for children from pre-school through elementary school\, Story Time in the Park is free and open to the public. No pre-registration is necessary.
URL:https://occoquandistrict.net/event/story-time-in-the-park/
LOCATION:River Mill Park\, 407 Mill St\, Occoquan\, VA\, 22125\, United States
CATEGORIES:Town of Occoquan,Historical,Children's,Books and Authors,Free
ORGANIZER;CN="Town of Occoquan":MAILTO:jlittle@occoquanva.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260622T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260622T150000
DTSTAMP:20260615T203644Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260615T203644Z
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SUMMARY:The Bookworms
DESCRIPTION:Attention mood readers! Looking for a book club that reads anything and everything? Each month they pick a book of any genre\, and the group will meet once a month to discuss. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nJune: Flashlight by Susan Choi \nJuly: The Emperor of Gladness by Ocean Vuong \nAugust: The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters
URL:https://occoquandistrict.net/event/the-bookworms/
LOCATION:Montclair Community Library\, 5049 Waterway Drive\, Dumfries\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books and Authors,Libraries
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260126T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260126T193000
DTSTAMP:20251230T161905Z
CREATED:20251230T161905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T161905Z
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SUMMARY:The Lake Ridge Readers Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Join the Lake Ridge Readers this winter — a group where stories spark conversation and every reader fits right in! Come for the books\, stay for the company. From first-time bookworms to lifelong literature lovers\, everyone’s welcome. \nAGE GROUP: | Adults |
URL:https://occoquandistrict.net/event/the-lake-ridge-readers-book-club-2/
LOCATION:Lake Ridge Library\, 2239 Old Bridge Road\, Woodbridge\, VA\, 22192\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books and Authors,Libraries
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260110T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260110T120000
DTSTAMP:20251229T225000Z
CREATED:20251229T224936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251229T225000Z
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SUMMARY:Tween Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Calling all readers ages 9-12! Join Tween Book Club\, where tween readers dive into exciting stories\, share favorite moments\, and enjoy fun activities related to the book! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nEach month readers will discuss our book\, participate in a fun activity related to the story\, and enjoy a yummy treat! \nJanuary 10:  Greenglass House by Kate Milford \nFebruary 7: The Secret Library by Kekla Magoon \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAGE GROUP: | Grades 5 – 8 |
URL:https://occoquandistrict.net/event/tween-book-club/
LOCATION:Montclair Community Library\, 5049 Waterway Drive\, Dumfries\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books and Authors,Educational,Libraries
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251215T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251215T193000
DTSTAMP:20251207T221134Z
CREATED:20251207T221134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251207T221134Z
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SUMMARY:The Lake Ridge Readers Book Club
DESCRIPTION:From first-time bookworms to lifelong literature lovers\, everyone’s welcome at Lake Ridge! Each month we explore a new genre\, share our thoughts\, and celebrate the joy of reading together. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin the Lake Ridge Readers this winter — a group where stories spark conversation and every reader fits right in! Come for the books\, stay for the company. \n  \nMonday\, December 15\n6:30pm – 7:30pm \nLake Ridge Library
URL:https://occoquandistrict.net/event/the-lake-ridge-readers-book-club/
LOCATION:Lake Ridge Library\, 2239 Old Bridge Road\, Woodbridge\, VA\, 22192\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books and Authors,Libraries
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251215T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251215T150000
DTSTAMP:20251207T220805Z
CREATED:20251207T220805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251207T220805Z
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SUMMARY:Once Upon a Crime - Mystery Book Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Attention all sleuths! Join us for a mystery book discussion. There will be a bit of mystery\, murder\, and mayhem \n\n\n\n\n\n\nDecember: The Whispers by Ashley Audrain \nFebruary: All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker \nThis program is made possible with support and funding from the Friends of Montclair Library. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMonday\, December 15\n2:00pm – 3:00pm\nMontclair Library\, Montclair Community Room
URL:https://occoquandistrict.net/event/once-upon-a-crime-mystery-book-discussion/
LOCATION:Montclair Community Library\, 5049 Waterway Drive\, Dumfries\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books and Authors,Libraries
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210818T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210818T170000
DTSTAMP:20210721T204324Z
CREATED:20210721T204315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210721T204324Z
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SUMMARY:Rainbow Pride Teen Book Club Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Rainbow Pride Teen Book Club\nA Webex Program\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWednesday\, August 18\n4:00pm – 5:00pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChinn Park Library\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin the book club for everyone who enjoys reading books featuring LGBT+ characters. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nYou do not have to be an LGBT+ teen to join because all teens are welcome! Register beginning June 1st or email ddoty@pwcgov.org for more information. A WebEx meeting link will be emailed to participants the day before each program. This program is for teens entering grades 9-12. \nFollow the links to find a copy of the book in the various available formats. \nAugust 18: \nWhat if It’s Us? by Becky Albertalli & Adam Silvera \nPrint Copy | Hoopla E-Book | Hoopla E-Audio Book \n 
URL:https://occoquandistrict.net/event/rainbow-pride-teen-book-club-meeting/
LOCATION:Virtual\, VA
CATEGORIES:Children's,Books and Authors,LGBTQ,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210224T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210224T190000
DTSTAMP:20210211T223108Z
CREATED:20210211T223108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210211T223108Z
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SUMMARY:Reading with Pride: Virtual Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Join the book club for everyone who enjoys reading books featuring LGBT+ characters. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn February\, we are reading Let’s Talk About Love by Claire Kann. If you are interested in joining this book group please email ddoty@pwcgov.org for a meeting link.
URL:https://occoquandistrict.net/event/reading-with-pride-virtual-book-club/
LOCATION:Virtual\, VA
CATEGORIES:Books and Authors,LGBTQ
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200615
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200616
DTSTAMP:20200727T185446Z
CREATED:20200629T194043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200727T185446Z
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SUMMARY:PWC Libraries Creative Arts Contest Funded by "Friends of the Library"
DESCRIPTION:For Middle and High School Students. June 15 – September 14\, 2020 Submit Digital Art\, Poetry\, or Short Stories. Prizes for middle and high school students and a Grand Prize Winner! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPrizes awarded on Sunday\, October 25th. \nCompetition Rules: \n· Entries will be judged on creativity\, originality\, technique\, presentation\, and emotional impact. \n· All entries must be submitted by email to childrensservicescp@pwcgov.org or by clicking on the submit button on the online form at www.pwcgov.org/library. \n· Only digital art will be accepted this year. \n· Competitors may submit a maximum of two entries. \n· Short Stories may be no longer than five pages. \n· Prizes will be awarded at the Creative Arts Showcase on Sunday\, October 25th at Chinn Park \n· Participants must be residents of Prince William County\, Manassas\, or Manassas Park \n· The deadline for entries is Monday\, September 14th
URL:https://occoquandistrict.net/event/pwc-libraries-creative-arts-contest-funded-by-friends-of-the-library/
LOCATION:VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Books and Authors
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200321T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200321T210000
DTSTAMP:20200309T141902Z
CREATED:20200221T205304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200309T141902Z
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SUMMARY:Nature is for Everyone: Black and Brown Faces in America’s Wild Places
DESCRIPTION:An evening with author\, photographer\, and outdoor advocate Dudley Edmondson \nFree of Charge. Space is limited\, Registration Required at https://GoOutside.eventbrite.com/ \nJoin us for day of education and inclusiveness with author\, photographer\, and outdoor advocate Dudley Edmondson. Author of Nature is for Everyone: Black and Brown Faces in America’s Wild Places\, Mr. Edmondson’s public presentations promote unspoiled wild places and share his quest to make green spaces more diverse.\nWe will kick-start the day with a morning walk led by Mr. Edmondson at Prince William Forest Park. Regrouping later in the evening for a reception/social\, with heavy appetizers and non-alcoholic beverages\, and a book signing provides opportunities to extend the community dialogue\, encourage networking\, and give people a chance to chat with each other and our main speaker\, Mr. Edmondson. \nWhere: Northern Virginia Community College\, Woodbridge. Lakeside Theater\, 2645 College Drive\, Woodbridge\, VA 22191.\nWhen: Saturday\, March 21 2020 \n• 10:00am to noon – Hike through Prince William Forest Park\, led by speaker Dudley Edmondson\n• 6:00pm – Outdoor talk at Northern Virginia Community College\, Woodbridge Campus\n• 6:30pm – Reception with speaker and program partners\n• 7:30pm – Talk by Dudley Edmondson\n• 8:15pm – Community Conversation\, Q&A\n• 9:00om – Book purchase and signing\, conversation \nSponsored by Prince William Conservation Alliance with:\nVirginia Native Plant Society\nTodos Supermarket\nNAACP Prince William Chapter\nNorthern Virginia Community College\nNational Park Service\, Prince William Forest Park\nPrince William County Parks\, Recreation\, and Tourism\nUnity in the Community\nCoalition to Protect PWC\nWetland Studies & Solutions \nMore information: Contact PWCA at 703.490.5200\, alliance@pwconserve.org
URL:https://occoquandistrict.net/event/nature-is-for-everyone-black-and-brown-faces-in-americas-wild-places/
LOCATION:Northern Virginia Community College – Woodbridge Campus\, 2645 College Drive\, Woodbridge\, VA\, 22191\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books and Authors,Multicultural/International,Outdoors/Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200229T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200229T123000
DTSTAMP:20200206T201601Z
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SUMMARY:Author Char McCargo Bah Talk about African American history and genealogy
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, Feb. 29\, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.\, Author Char McCargo Bah\, who was named a “Living Legend of Alexandria” will talk about African American history and genealogy at Montclair Community Library. After McCargo’s talk and book signing\, there will be a tour of the Barnes House\, next door to the library. The event is for adults. The library is located at 5049 Waterway Drive in Dumfries.
URL:https://occoquandistrict.net/event/author-char-mccargo-bah-talk-about-african-american-history-and-genealogy/
LOCATION:Montclair Community Library\, 5049 Waterway Drive\, Dumfries\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Historical,Books and Authors
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200218T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200218T203000
DTSTAMP:20200212T182121Z
CREATED:20200212T182121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200212T182121Z
UID:284-1582052400-1582057800@occoquandistrict.net
SUMMARY:Using Genealogical Research and Nonfiction to Write Your Family History
DESCRIPTION:Author and genealogist\, Char McCargo-Bah\, will talk about Using Genealogical Research and Nonfiction to Write Your Family History and examine why it’s important to write a family history. Once people have done their family research and know the stories\, it might be time to write those stories down for their families\, the future genealogical community and coming generations.
URL:https://occoquandistrict.net/event/using-genealogical-research-and-nonfiction-to-write-your-family-history/
LOCATION:Bull Run Regional Library\, 8051 Ashton Avenue\, Manassas\, VA\, 20109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Historical,Books and Authors
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