Tag: libraries
Three library Friends groups face eviction
Library Friends groups make most of their money through book sales, like this one at George Mason Regional Library in Annandale. Three library Friends groups are being evicted from Fairfax County libraries because they refused to sign a Memorandum of Understanding that calls for them to hand over all records of their financial transactions to … Continued
Library Friends groups are fighting county eviction threat
A library book sale organized by the Friends of George Mason Library. Library Friends groups are engaged in a bitter dispute with the administrators of the Fairfax County Public Libraries (FCPL), who they say are trying to control their finances and are threatening to kick them out of the library if they don’t sign a … Continued
Huge used book sale at George Mason Regional Library starts today
The used book sale at George Mason Regional Library has some rare antiquities, beautiful art books, signed first editions, and more treasures, as well as bestsellers, science fiction, how-to books, travel guides, cookbooks, children’s books, classics, romance novels, foreign language books, music CDs, movies, and much more. The book sale, hosted by George Mason Friends is … Continued
George Mason Friends book sale starts tomorrow
Library books draw large crowds. [Photos: George Mason Friends] The fall book sale at George Mason Regional Library – starting tomorrow and running through Sunday – features thousands of high-quality books for all ages, CDs, DVDs, and games. The book sale is organized by George Mason Friends, and proceeds from the sale will benefit the … Continued
Summer Reading Adventure program under way
School might be out, but the reading continues. [FCPL] The Fairfax County Public Library’s Summer Reading Adventure program, running June 23-Sept. 2, is aimed at encouraging children to keep reading all summer long so, they’ll be ready to succeed when the new school year starts. The program includes rewards and incentives to make reading fun. … Continued
Library volunteers oppose ‘money grab’ by Fairfax County Public Libraries
A book sale hosted by the Friends of George Mason Regional Library. Members of Friends groups who support Fairfax County public libraries are upset about proposed policy changes under consideration by the Library Board of Trustees that they say would tie their hands and take away some of their revenue. A key point of contention … Continued
School news: A new little library at Columbia ES
An occasional series highlighting programs and activities at schools in the Annandale/Mason District area. The following information is from Fairfax County Public Schools, individual schools, and parents. Little Free Library – Columbia Elementary School has a new Little Free Library full of books. Anyone can borrow a book; but people who takes one are encouraged … Continued
Huge book sale at George Mason Regional Library has comics, games, first editions
Large selection of comics. [GMF] The semi-annual book sale April 27-30 at George Mason Regional Library in Annandale features movies, music, and videogames as well as 80 categories of books. There’s an entire room dedicated to children’s titles, sorted by subject and reading level. The event, hosted by George Mason Friends, is open 3-9 p.m. … Continued
Cut energy costs with a thermal camera available from libraries
Thermal cameras show where energy is being wasted. Fairfax County libraries have thermal cameras available to borrow that can be used to check for air leaks and areas of poor insulation in your home. The devices, which attach to a smart phone, are available to anyone with a library card. By spotlighting those areas, homeowners … Continued
African American women of the past appear at Annandale library
From the left: Patricia Tyson, Bobbie Coles, Cavon Dixon, Jeremiah Brown, Carol Gordon, and Judy Williams. Frances Ann Rollin was a writer who scored an early civil rights victory. Hallie Quinn Brown was a leader in education and women’s rights. Elizabeth Taylor was an accomplished singer, and Hattie was a slave who lived in obscurity. … Continued
Girl Scouts put up Little Free Library at Belvedere Elementary School
There’s a new Little Free Library in front of Belvedere Elementary School, thanks to the efforts of Girl Scout Cadette Troop 5308. The Scouts will be dedicating the tiny library to the Belvedere community on Tuesday, Nov. 15, 4 p.m., at the school, at 6540 Columbia Pike. The public is invited. Little Free Libraries have … Continued
Bailey’s Upper Elementary, Wilson Library get design awards
Bailey’s Upper Elementary School [Josh Meister Photo] Two buildings in the Mason District are among the nine projects honored with a 2016 Fairfax County Exceptional Design Award. Bailey’s Upper Elementary School on Leesburg Pike in Seven Corners received an Honor Award, and the renovated Woodrow Wilson Library in Bailey’s Crossroads received a Merit Award. The … Continued
Book sale this weekend at George Mason Regional Library
The children’s room at the book sale is well-stocked but sells out early. The Taste of Annandale isn’t the only thing happening in Annandale this weekend. The George Mason Friends are hosting s semi-annual book sale, beginning tomorrow at 3 p.m., at George Mason Regional Library. There are a couple of rarities, reports Laura Noble, of … Continued
Library system needs to evolve, consultants report
A full house at George Mason Regional Library. A community engagement study conducted for the Fairfax County Library Board of Trustees found widespread public support for the libraries but called for a strategic planning process to figure out how the library system can continue to provide core services while evolving to meet changing community needs. … Continued
Browse among thousands of items at George Mason Library book sale
The book sale offers many items in other languages. The big Spring Book Sale at George Mason Regional Library in Annandale, with up to 80,000 items, is just a few weeks away. The sale, hosted by George Mason Friends, is April 28-May 1. It’s open 3-9 p.m. on Thursday, April 28, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. on … Continued