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Join us for discussions of interesting time periods, history, and great stories. For those who would like to join virtually, please register and you will receive a link. The book list is below.
All books will be available at Central and can be sent to a branch near you if needed.
Winter and Spring Book List:
January: "Valiant Ambition: George Washington, Benedict Arnold, and the Fate of the American Revolution" by Nathaniel Philbrick
February: "American Moonshot: John F. Kennedy and the Great Space Race" by Douglas Brinkley
March: "The Agitators: Three Friends Who Fought for Abolition and Women's Rights" by Dorothy Wickenden
April: "The Ship of Dreams: The Sinking of the Titanic and the End of the Edwardian Era" by Gareth Russell
May: "Brothers at Arms: American Independence and the Men of France & Spain Who Saved It" by Larrie D. Ferreiro
AGE GROUP: | Grades 11 - 12 | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Genealogy and Local History | Book Group |
TAGS: | Book Group | Book Club |
Central Library provides a full complement of library services: reference services, books and materials for children, young adults, and adults in print and digital formats; 3 catalog stations, 1 AWE Learning Station for preschool-1st grade, 2 Children's computers, and 9 Adult computers ; Wi-Fi; faxing, scanning, copying, and more.
NEW SERVICES
Central's Makerspace Studio 8601 offers dynamic programming and educational experiences, including Cricut vinyl cutters, 3D printers, sewing machines, coding toys like Spheros, Ozobots, Makey Makey, and a Whisper Room.
Ruth E. Lloyd Information Center (RELIC) is a special collection devoted to genealogy and local history with a focus on Virginia and Prince William County. RELIC is open for walk-ins, reference service, and by phone 703-792-8380, and email at relic2@pwcgov.org Monday – Wednesday, 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m., Thursday – Saturday, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
U.S. Passport Services are offered Mondays and Wednesdays, 3:00 – 7:00 p.m.
SPACE
Central Library now has more open space for programming and general enjoyment of the library. It offers a strategically designed layout that allows for a better flow, as well as more study and conference rooms for patrons, including:
• Redesigned Children's Area
• Community Room booking for our civic organizations
• One Quiet Study Room
• Two Small Individual Study/Conference Rooms for up to four people
COMFORT
Central's bathrooms have been renovated and expanded and made ADA Compliant.
New, inviting seating is available, both in the study rooms and open-space areas.
Prince William Public Library Mission Statement:
Bringing people, information, and ideas together to enrich lives and build community in a welcoming, inclusive environment.
