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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- Jigsaw Puzzle Tournament: PotomacPotomac Community Library, Woodbridge, VA
All Ages/Families.
Looking for something to do with the family? See how fast you can complete a 500-piece jigsaw puzzle at our Jigsaw Puzzle Tournament! First come, first served until capacity is reached.
For more information about this program visit: https://pwcgov.libnet.info/event/11355898
- Winter Reading Kick-Off: Prince William Ice CenterPrince william Ice center, Woodbridge, VA
All Ages/Families.
Enjoy a free skating session (ice skate rentals included) courtesy of Winter Reading sponsor Prince William Ice Center. The first 300 people will be admitted, and registration for the Winter Reading program is required for entry. PWPL staff will be on-site to assist with registration.
For more information about this program, visit our web site at https://pwcva.gov/library
- GIVE Tutoring: Bull RunBull Run Library, Manassas, VA
Grades K-5.
December 1, 8, 15
High school students tutoring elementary students in math, science, and reading.
GIVE is a nonprofit organization started and run by high-schoolers. They run a free tutoring program which caters to students from K-6th grade. For more information, visit our website: giveyouth.org or email us at [email protected].
Register your child as a student to receive free tutoring, visit giveyouth.org.
For more information about this program visit: https://pwcgov.libnet.info/event/11991397 - Keep Prince William Beautiful–Kids Preserving Our World Beauty Series: HaymarketHaymarket Gainesville Community Library, Haymarket, VA
All Ages/Families.
Join us for an exciting winter series program hosted by KPWB in partnership with Prince William County Public Libraries!
This program invites children and families to participate in a series of engaging monthly events designed to foster a love for our environment.
For more information about this program visit: https://pwcgov.libnet.info/event/12036491