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NOTE: Events posted as part of the "Family-Friendly Programs" Meetup are intended for families. Any children present at these programs must be supervised by a parent or guardian.
RSVPing on Meetup does not register you with Prince William Public Libraries. If registration is required for the program, click the link in the program description to register on the library's website.
Hours of Operation:
Bull Run, Central, Chinn Park, Haymarket Gainesville, Manassas City, Montclair, Potomac:
Monday–Wednesday: 10:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.
Thursday–Saturday: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Sunday, Bull Run and Chinn Park ONLY: 1:00–5:00 p.m.
Curbside pickup available by request only.
Dale City, Dumfries, Independent Hill, Lake Ridge, Nokesville:
Monday–Wednesday: 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
Thursday: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Friday–Saturday: 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Closed Sunday
Curbside pickup available by request only.
All Other Libraries Closed Sunday
Our Digital Library provides free access to thousands of online and digital resources, including e-books, audiobooks, newspapers, and premium websites. Prince William County and the City of Manassas residents can access the library's Digital Library without visiting a library branch by signing up for a Digital Library Card, www.pwcva.gov/digitallibrary.
To sign up, visit "Get a Library Card" on the website to register for a digital library card.
Prince William Public Libraries offers special events and programs for children, including story times, Reading to Dogs, STEM and STEAM, arts and crafts, genealogy, gaming, and more.
Prince William Public Libraries has 12 branches throughout Prince William County and the City of Manassas.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Music & Motion: NokesvilleNokesville Neighborhood Library, Nokesville, VA
Ages 3–6 with caregiver.
Experience all the fun that Music and Motion brings! Each session offers a variety of music, dancing, and other movement activities you're sure to enjoy!
For more information about this program visit: https://pwcgov.libnet.info/event/11275512
- 911 Story Time and Touch-a-Truck: Haymarket GainesvilleHaymarket Gainesville Community Library, Haymarket, VA
Ages 3–6.
Meet a 911 operator who will tell you what to do in an emergency. Find out what you should know, such as your name, address, phone number, and why those things are important. There will be a short story time and time for arts and crafts, followed by the chance to explore inside emergency vehicles.
For more information about this program visit: https://pwcgov.libnet.info/event/11416418
- America Recycles Day: CentralCentral Library, Manassas, VA
All Ages.
Join us for recycling education activities and prizes. Prince William County residents can also acknowledge their commitment to recycling and win prizes by taking the “I Recycle” pledge. The contest, hosted by the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (MWCOG), will accept pledges online November 1–20. One lucky recycling supporter will win a $300 REI gift certificate and one lucky K–12 student will win a $300 REI gift certificate and a $500 grant for a recycling or environmental program at their school.
For more information about this program visit: https://pwcgov.libnet.info/event/11398201