Tag: libraries
Fairfax County supervisors urged to block plans to decimate libraries
Thomas Jefferson Library in Falls Church. Librarians, library supporters, and patrons are stepping up their efforts to educate Fairfax County supervisors and the public about the harmful implications of policy changes being implemented by Fairfax County Public Library (FCPL) Director Sam Clay. Library advocates say the changes would downgrade the professional staff, resulting in reduced … Continued
Bulova calls for more public input on library changes
George Mason Regional Library. Library employees and members of library “friends” groups have been setting up meetings with public officials to express their concerns with major policy changes that would downgrade the professional staff and reduce services for library patrons. Following a meeting with library representatives last week, Board of Supervisors Chair Sharon Bulova said … Continued
Librarians concerned about policy changes
The check-out desk at George Mason Regional Library. Dozens of librarians packed the meeting room at George Mason Regional Library in Annandale July 10 during a Fairfax County Library Board meeting to express their concerns with proposed policy changes aimed at cutting costs that they say will impair services to the public. The proposals would … Continued
Cost-cutting measures mean reduced services at Fairfax County libraries
George Mason Regional Library In an effort to cut costs, the Fairfax County library system is implementing major changes that will result in reduced services for local residents—and it’s all being done without public hearings or other input from library users. The professional staff is being downgraded, so new employees won’t need to have a … Continued
Office building will serve as temporary home for Wilson Library
6066 Leesburg Pike The lease is expected to be signed this week allowing the Woodrow Wilson Library in Bailey’s Crossroads to relocate temporarily to an office building at 6066 Leesburg Pike, while the library undergoes a major renovation. The library is scheduled to close Aug. 17 and reopen in a limited capacity in the much … Continued
Fairfax County/school board exploring opportunities for shared facilities
A joint working group made up of Fairfax County supervisors and school board members is exploring the county’s capital needs and creative ways to fund new projects—including opportunities for shared facilities. The Capital Facilities and Debt Management Working Group was convened by Board of Supervisors Chair Sharon Bulova to respond to concerns raised by the … Continued
George Mason Library to get collection of Muslim resource materials
A 15th century map of the coast of Spain. [from the National Endowment for the Humanities website] Four public libraries in Fairfax County, including George Mason Regional Library in Annandale, will be given the Muslim Journeys Bookshelf, a collection of books, films, and other resources aimed at introducing the American public to the complex history … Continued
Man arrested for library assault
Porter Mason District Police announced Dec. 13 that detectives have arrested a man in connection with the Nov. 7 assault at Thomas Jefferson Library in Falls Church. Kevin Lee Porter, 31, of no fixed address, was charged with abduction Dec. 11 at 3 p.m. at his work site in the 3000 block of Gatehouse Plaza. … Continued
Teen assaulted in library restroom
The suspect Mason District Police are investigating a report of a 17-year-old girl who alleges that a man assaulted her in the restroom of the Thomas Jefferson Library, 7415 Arlington Boulevard, shortly before 9 p.m. on Tuesday evening. According to a police bulletin, “The teen told police she felt she was being followed by a … Continued
Renovation of Woodrow Wilson Library to start in September 2013
A rendering of a renovated Woodrow Wilson Library. The Fairfax County Department of Public Works (DPW) is proceeding with plans to expand the Woodrow Wilson Library in Bailey’s Crossroads after discussions about creating a combined school/library facility to resolve overcrowding at Bailey’s Elementary School failed to get anywhere. Joan Beacham of the Fairfax County Department … Continued
Thousands of books on sale at George Mason Library this weekend
If you’d would like to curl up with a novel, plan a vacation, try some new recipes, or learn something new in just about any subject, the used book sale going on now through the weekend at the George Mason Regional Library has what you need, and much, much more. There are enough books (plus … Continued
Extended library hours take effect Sept. 8
George Mason Regional Library Starting Sept. 8, hours at Fairfax County libraries will be extended, which means George Mason Regional Library in Annandale will be open on Monday and Wednesday mornings and Thursday evenings. The new hours for all regional libraries will be 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. on Friday, 10 … Continued
Thousands of books on sale at George Mason Library
You’ve still got the rest of the weekend to check out the 30th annual book sale at George Mason Regional Library in Annandale. It’s open Friday until 6 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m., and Sunday noon-3 p.m. The event started Thursday evening with 1,350 boxes of books, which is about 50,000 volumes, says Kate Kroehler, … Continued
County honors library volunteer John Mayer
The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors presented the 2010 Barbara Varon Volunteer Award to John Mayer during its Oct. 19 meeting in recognition for his extraordinary service as a volunteer at the George Mason Regional Library. Since 2007, Mayer has spent more than 440 hours at the volunteering in different capacities. He has taught people … Continued
Reduced hours for Fairfax County libraries take effect July 1
Due to budget cuts in the Fairfax County budget, all libraries will have reduced hours, beginning July 1. Regional and community libraries will be open fewer hours on week days, and community libraries will be closed on Sundays. Here is the new schedule for the George Mason Regional Library in Annandale: Monday and Wednesday – 1 p.m.-9 … Continued