Adult Local Author Program featuring Sharon Lyon at the Wilderness Branch Library
Wilderness Branch Library 6421 Flat Run Road, Locust Grove
Free
Virtually step into the Smithsonian Institution’s National Museum of American History with Curator Paula Johnson as she discusses the book Smithsonian American Table: The Foods, People, and Innovations That Feed Us. American Table is a sweeping history of food and culture that summons everyone to the table for a fresh look at some of the people, ingredients, events, and movements that have shaped how and what we eat. Johnson, curator and project ... Read More
Join us for a one-of-a-kind conversation with National Book Award-winner Colum McCann as he is joined by Diane Foley, the inspiration behind the heartrending book American Mother. American Mother is the story of a mother who, in the course of confronting her son’s killer, gets to the elemental heart of violence and forgiveness. Diane Foley is the mother of Jim, a freelance journalist captured and beheaded by ISIS in 2014, an image ... Read More
Pick up a craft kit to make your own custom butterfly garland Welcome spring with this festive decoration. Instructions and all supplies provided, except scissors. The beautiful Japanese origami paper included varies by kit. Kits are free to adult customers, 1 per person, please.
Starting April 15th and while supplies last, pick up your kit and create your own butterfly garland. The origami paper and chenille stem colors will vary in each kit. Mix and Match them to express yourself! Kits are free and limited to 1 per adult.
We cannot wait for you to join us as we chat with award-winning and bestselling author Xochitl Gonzalez about her newest novel Anita de Monte Laughs Last. Anita de Monte Laughs Last is a propulsive, witty examination of power, love, and art, daring to ask who gets to be remembered and who is left behind in the rarefied world of the elite. In 1985. Anita de Monte, a rising star in the art ... Read More
Join us for a special presentation for Financial Literacy Month: Financial Planning Basics Financial Planning Basics is an online workshop which will address financial planning for things like Retirement Planning, Saving for College, Budgeting, Goal Setting, etc. Our presenters Mark Dellosso and Joe Staley, are financial professionals from the firm Ascend Planning and Consultants. Mark and Joe are members of the Association of Financial Educators and who provide training to ... Read More
Celebrate Earth Day with us By Joining a Gardening class! The library be welcoming gardening expert, Sandy Mullins, for an educational talk on container gardening. This free session will begin at 1:00 p.m. in the library meeting room.
Celebrate Spring with us by attending a Gardening Presentation! The library be welcoming gardening expert, Sandy Mullins, for an educational talk on container gardening. This free presentation will begin at 1:00 p.m. in the library meeting room.
Join Karen and Steve McCurdy with the Butterfly Society of Virginia to learn about butterflies and moths in your yard About our expert speakers: Karen and Steve McCurdy have been active members and volunteers of the Butterfly Society of Virginia since moving to Virginia Beach in 2003 and have served jointly on the BSV Board since 2009. They have also served as docents at NBG’s native butterfly house since 2010. ... Read More
Join local gardening expert Sandy Mullins for a talk about designing container plantings for our local conditions. Sandy is a certified Master Gardener and expert. This talk is free and is targeted to an adult audience. Pre-registration is not necessary.
