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Vice Chairman and Brentsville District Supervisor Wally Covington, Nokesville Neighborhood Library Supervisor Dona Swanson, and Library System Director Richard Murphy display the new books, music CDs, DVDs and Playaways donated by Vice Chairman Covington in support of the Library System's 2009 Love My Library Campaign.      Thanks to the $1,500 donation from Supervisor Covington's funds, more than 145 items were purchased for Nokesville and Independent Hill Neighborhood Libraries. The Library System wishes to thank the Vice Chairman, as well as all the library users and County staff members who generously donated to this year's Campaign.

Summer Quest and Wild Reads Have Begun! The Library's annual Summer Reading Programs have begun!  Infants through students in grade 5 can join Summer Quest!  Just read 5, 15, or 25 books to earn special prizes!  And, every week, participants receive the Coupon of the Week for free or discounted restaurants, parks, and sporting events!  Students in grades 6 through 12 can join Wild Reads, our online Summer Reading Program for middle and high school students!  Read 3, 6 or 9 books and earn special prizes!  In addition, with your permission, the Library System will publish your reviews of any books you read!  To sign up, and to see what other middle and high school students are reading, just visit our For Teens page and click on Wild Reads!

Students in Virginia have been assessed using the Lexile Framework in order to match students to materials they can comprehend.  Maybe you have seen this measure on your child's report card or summer reading list and are uncertain what it means for your child. On Monday, July 6th at 7:00 p.m., join us at the Potomac Library for a discussion about the lexile measures and learn how to use them to help your child become a lifelong reader! Registration begins June 22 and is recommended but not required. For more information about this or any other library program, please visit the Potomac Community Library, 2201 Opitz Boulevard, Woodbridge, VA or call the library at (703) 494-8126 (Voice) or (703) 494-8129 (for the hearing impaired).  Also, please visit us on the World Wide Web at www.pwcgov.org/library.

Laugh along with the zany storytelling and live cartoon illustrations of nationally-acclaimed cartoonist Joe Wos of Pittsburgh. He is a member of the National Storytelling Association and was the first residential cartoonist at the Charles M. Schulz Museum in California For students entering grades 1 & up. Wednesday, July 8, 10:30 a.m. Bull Run Regional Library Free tickets available beginning July 1.

The Prince William Players presents selections from Tupac Shakur’s poetry that revealed his passion and his anger, his despair and his hope. Chinn Park Regional Library. Monday, July 13, 7:00 p.m.

Embarrassing incidents! Sticky situations! Learn how to handle them in this funfilled program. For students entering grades 1 & up. Chinn Park Regional Library. Tuesday, July 14, 3:00 p.m.

A live theatrical production celebrating reading, comedy, and fairy tales presented by two performers with help from audience members. Don’t miss the hilarious adaptations of Cinderella and Jack and the Beanstalk — starring a giant that rises over the set — that will have you rolling in the aisles. For students entering kindergarten & up. Wednesday, July 15 3:00 p.m. Central Community Library. Pick up FREE tickets beginning July 8.

Commemorate the first anniversary of the First Battle of Bull Run (Manassas) with the authors of the new and acclaimed Civil War time-travel book for kids, Stonewall Hinkleman and the Battle of Bull Run. Michael Hemphill and Sam Riddleburger entertain audiences of all ages with a show that includes juggling, hardtack and engaging conversation about the Civil War's first major battle. This is a great opportunity to capture your child's interest and imagination in the Civil War. Books will be available for purchase, fun activities, and more. You won't want to miss this exciting program at Bull Run Regional Library Thursday July 23rd  –  11 a.m. Children ages 9 and up welcome. Call 703-792-4540 for details. relic2@pwcgov.org; PDF

A high energy, interactive rock and roll puppet show with original songs such as “Wave Your Hands”, “Wee-Bop-Rock”, and “If You Don’t Take a Bath” and Mr. Brian’s puppet friends, the Boppets. For all ages. Thursday, July 30, 3:00 p.m. Central Community Library. Pick up FREE tickets beginning July 23.

It has become a tradition for us to have a teen after-hours party one fine summer evening. This year’s affair has been designed by a teen advisory council. During the evening, there will be an open mike, video games, board games, food.… For students in grades 6–12. Friday, July 31, 7:30–10:00 p.m Bull Run Regional Library. Registration required.

Going Green! Discover easy ways to go green with free resources from the Prince William Public Library System. Link to an online version of our popular Going Green: Reduce, Reuse and Recycle bookmark which lists a selection of books, DVDS, and magazines available at PWPLS libraries, as well as URLs for useful websites addressing environmental issues. Going Green Books and more @ your library

INOVA Blood Services Blood Drives: Chinn Park Regional Library Click here for a PDF file with the full Blood Drive schedule through June, 2009. Chinn Park Regional Library