Provided by Prince William Public Library System
The Prince William Public Library System (PWPLS) offers a number of programs throughout the year for all ages including families, children, teens, and adults. PWPLS would like to highlight some of those programs and events below. Please visit our website to learn more about all of the events offered for the month.
Where’s the Grinch?
All Ages | Dec. 1 to 23
The Grinch is hiding in each library this December and it’s up to you to find him. Take a photo and use #librarygrinch on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, or Twitter. Don’t forget to ask for a sticker!
Model Trains
Families/All Ages
Potomac Community Library
Sunday, Dec. 1, 12:00 to 3:00 p.m.
Potomac Community Library
Sunday, Dec. 1, 12:00 to 3:00 p.m.
Please join us at Potomac Community Library as we host the model railroads from NVNTRAK (Northern VA NTRAK). The members will set up railroad modules in the community room and be available for questions. This is a drop-in event.
Festival of Trees Opening Night
All Ages | Haymarket Gainesville Community Library | Tuesday, Dec. 10, 7:00 p.m.
Everyone is welcome to create and submit a tree by Dec. 9 to be displayed in our Festival of Trees display! Join us on opening night for light refreshments, entertainment, and to get your first look at the trees!
Santa Visits and Story Times
All Ages
Meet Santa and let him know what you would like for Christmas. Feel free to take pictures with Santa. Our staff will be happy to take pictures and email them to you. Multiple dates and locations.
Holiday Candy Houses
All Ages/Families | Central Community Library | Thursday, Dec. 12, 4:30 p.m.
How crafty can you get with Rice Krispies Treats, icing, and candy? Join us and find out! Register each child that expects to make their own candy house. Registration required.
Light Up the Holidays Craft
All Ages | Montclair Community Library | Saturday, Dec. 14, 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Make and take a festive and fragrant luminary to decorate for the season. Registration required.
Spa Night
Adults and Young Adults | Chinn Park Regional Library | Thursday, Dec. 19, 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.
Be pampered and learn how to make things like DIY masks and body washes. Supplies generously donated by the Friends of the Library. Registration required.
Hollygami
Adults | Bull Run Regional Library | Saturday, Dec. 21, 2:00 p.m.
‘Tis the season for holiday decorating! Join us as we learn to fold paper into holiday shapes. You can create some beautiful last-minute gifts. Registration required.
