Are you interested in starting, expanding, or improving a book club?
The Fairfax County Public Library is holding a Book Club Conference on September 19.
2015 Book Club Conference
Saturday, September 19, 9 am to 1:45 pm
Fairfax County Government Center
12000 Government Center Parkway, Fairfax, VA
Join book club members from around the area to learn about starting, running and enhancing book clubs while networking with fellow readers. Presenters include Celeste Ng, author of Everything I Never Told You; Jason Merkoski, eBook technology expert and author of Burning the Page: The eBook Revolution and the Future of Reading; Art Taylor, George Mason University English professor, fiction writer and book critic; and Amanda Holmes Duffy, fiction writer and book club facilitator. Free lunch provided. Books available for sale and signing. Co-sponsored by the Fairfax Library Foundation and the Friends of the Reston Regional Library.
Adults can sign up online at https://va.evanced.info/fairfaxcounty/lib/eventsignup.asp?ID=336659
or call 703-324-8428.
We are an active group of volunteers who support our community through blood, sweat, and year-round book sales. VOLUNTEERS and DONATIONS of books, money, and time are always welcome! Call 703-829-5467.
Monday, September 7, 2015
Friday, August 28, 2015
RESTON FRIENDS BIG BLOWOUT BOOK SALE STARTS SEPT. 24
Crisis looming! Only 40 pages left in the book, and nothing on the
shelf beckons. Fear not! We can help you get your bookshelves
bulging for upcoming winter days indoors. Friends of the Reston
Regional Library will hold the huge semi-annual Book Sale from
Thursday, September 24 through Sunday, September 27th. If you're a
member (you may join at the door!), there's a preview night Wednesday, September 23rd from 5 to 8 p.m.
Wednesday, Sept 23-- 5 - 8 p.m. Preview Night
Thursday, Sept 24-- 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Friday, Sept 25-- 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Saturday, Sept 26-- 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Sunday, Sept 27-- 12 noon - 3:30 p.m. (Library itself
opens at 1 p.m.)
Come and browse thousands upon thousands of great books in great
condition! From the latest popular titles and classic favorites
to the rare and unexpected fiction and non-fiction. The Reston
Friends have something for everyone! Yes, we do restock, for as
long as supplies last. If you don't find THE one at first, try
again.
Be sure to visit Charly's Corner for special treasures at bargain prices.
Prices range from $.50 and up for paperbacks, and $1.50 and up for hardbacks. Higher prices may apply for exceptional or rare books.
Those with need for special access are invited to contact the Reston Friends in advance of the sale to arrange special shopping opportunities. If you have questions or requests, please contact the Friends in advance, restonfriendspr@gmail.com or call to leave a message at 703-829-5467. Policies and guidelines will be posted at the sale.
Be sure to visit Charly's Corner for special treasures at bargain prices.
Prices range from $.50 and up for paperbacks, and $1.50 and up for hardbacks. Higher prices may apply for exceptional or rare books.
Those with need for special access are invited to contact the Reston Friends in advance of the sale to arrange special shopping opportunities. If you have questions or requests, please contact the Friends in advance, restonfriendspr@gmail.com or call to leave a message at 703-829-5467. Policies and guidelines will be posted at the sale.
Note:
Payment by cash or check preferred. No scanners or other devices
can be used on Media or in Charly's Corner. No children's books
are offered at this sale. Next children's/teens/educators sale will
be spring 2016, April 7-10.
The
Reston Friends are grateful to the local community for generous
donations of books and media throughout the entire year. Your
support makes Friends book sales possible. Thank you! All proceeds
go to support the Reston Regional Library and the Fairfax County
Public Library system.
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us on Twitter @LoveBooksReston,
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Friends
of the Reston Regional Library
11925
Bowman Towne Drive
Reston,
VA 20190
Wednesday, August 5, 2015
Reston Friends Book Club / Upcoming Selections
The Reston Friends Book Club meets on the second Thursday of the month, at 7:30 pm, at the Library. All are welcome! Upcoming selections are:
August 13th Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet by Jamie Ford
September 10th In the Garden of the Beast by Eric Larson
October 8th We Were Liars by E. Lockhart
November 12th Quiet Dell by Jane Ann Phillips
December 10th Book Selection Night
January 14th The Aspern Papers by Henry James
All are welcome! Readers make great Friends!
The Friends of the Reston Regional Library
11925 Bowman Towne Drive
Reston, VA 20190
August 13th Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet by Jamie Ford
September 10th In the Garden of the Beast by Eric Larson
October 8th We Were Liars by E. Lockhart
November 12th Quiet Dell by Jane Ann Phillips
December 10th Book Selection Night
January 14th The Aspern Papers by Henry James
All are welcome! Readers make great Friends!
The Friends of the Reston Regional Library
11925 Bowman Towne Drive
Reston, VA 20190
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