Prince William Public Libraries

The back-to-school countdown is on. In between shopping, planning tasty school lunches, and packing up that new backpack, be sure to stop by your ...

We’re excited to announce that Prince William Public Libraries’ new Online Catalog will launch on Wednesday, August 26. The new Online Catalog will ...

By Kirk Johnson, Prince William Public Libraries Materials Services Division Do you need a thermal sensor to identify hot and cool spots in your ...

This summer, PWPL invites you to explore new worlds, discover new favorites, and celebrate the stories you love with the return of two popular genre ...

This summer, Prince William Public Libraries invites you to dig a little deeper. With this year’s theme, “Unearth a Story,” readers can uncover ...

Crafting and the arts have a way of bringing people together—something Prince William Public Libraries sees every day through its programs and ...

Books by Mail is a free service from Prince William Public Libraries for residents of Prince William County and the City of Manassas who are ...

What brings you joy? Whether it’s cozying up with a new story, learning a new skill, gathering with community, or something else, you can find your ...

If you’re looking for ways to enjoy the warmer weather, Prince William Public Libraries has you covered. Our Spring Explore magazine is now available ...

Tax season can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to tackle it alone. Your library is a one-stop resource for trusted information, expert help, ...

Winter is the perfect time to slow down, stay cozy, and enjoy something new—and Prince William Public Libraries’ Winter Reading program is a ...

Finding a Way to Slay Among Gen Z is recognized as one of the most innovative and transformative programs among public libraries in North America by ...

Chinn Park Library will be closed beginning Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at 5:00 p.m., for an extensive renovation and is expected to reopen in the ...

Learn more about career opportunities with Prince William Public Libraries at the Prince William County Career Expo on Thursday, October 30, ...

Whether you're looking for a ghoulish good time for your little ones, a spooky special program for your teens, or haunting happenings for yourself, ...

Stop by a Little Free Seed Library at Central, Chinn Park, Haymarket Gainesville, Manassas City, Montclair, or Potomac Library to pick up free ...

This September, celebrate Library Card Sign-up Month at Prince William Public Libraries and discover how a single card can open the door to endless ...

Are you ready to take your reading to the next level? Prince William Public Libraries invites students in grades K–12 to “Level Up Your Reading,” a ...

Old family photos, slides, Super 8 reels, and other cherished media no longer have to gather dust. RELIC's new Digital Preservation Lab at Central ...

Students are planning for the new school year this month, and while you’re running around for new backpacks and shoes, don’t forget another important ...

Are you ready for some spine-tingling fun at the library? Prince William Public Libraries is bringing back the popular “Summer Scares” program from ...

Selected through a national call for proposals, the library funds will expand programs for English language learning and college access New York, ...

CHICAGO — The American Library Association (ALA) announced $10,000 Building Library Capacity Grants to 16 libraries across the country to ...

Prince William Public Libraries' Summer Reading invites you to "Color Our World" from Monday, June 16 to Sunday, August 17, with special programs and ...

When planning your next road trip, local excursion, or staycation, you may not always consider stopping at the library first. Prince William Public ...

Last year's first-ever Lit Con was a huge success, helping to introduce thousands of people to graphic novels and manga. Prince William Public ...

The flowering dogwoods are blooming, the northern cardinals are singing, and Prince William Public Libraries is welcoming spring with new books and ...

Written by Kirk Johnson, Prince William Public Libraries Materials Services Division  In the age of mobile devices and the “Internet of ...

New Titles in Our Collection Nobody looks forward to paying taxes, and given the complexity of the laws and regulations, figuring out how much ...

The numbers are in! We’re looking back on the most popular titles you checked out in 2024. How many did you help boost? Spoiler alert: Rebecca ...

What is your favorite thing about winter? Do you love bundling up under cozy blankets, picking up your favorite book, and enjoying the snow falling ...

Chinn Park Library will close for renovations from Monday, November 18–Sunday, December 8, 2024. The anticipated three-week closure will focus on ...

Prince William Public Libraries is celebrating the spooky season with fun activities for all ages. From Halloween-themed crafts to pet costume ...

Prince William Public Libraries is joining 75 libraries and cultural organizations nationwide in Latino Poetry: Places We Call Home, an initiative ...

Celebrate Library Card Sign-up Month this September with Prince William Public Libraries and the American Library Association! We invite everyone to ...

Written by Kirk Johnson, Materials Services Division Prince William Public Libraries’ Digital Library offers a wealth of subscription databases, ...

As the new school year approaches, Prince William Public Libraries is ready to provide students of all ages with a well-rounded environment for ...

Are you planning your next road trip or exploring ways to prevent the dreaded summer slide? Prince William Public Libraries’ Launchpads are a great ...

This July, Prince William Public Libraries invites readers to explore all the horror genre has to offer with the Summer Scares program. From classic ...

“Adventure Begins at Your Library!” at Prince William Public Libraries with our exciting Summer Reading program. From June 10 to August 11, Summer ...

In a recent episode of "Important Library Stuff," host Emily Bickers talks with returning cohosts Amanda Thompson, Youth Services Librarian ...

Prince William Public Libraries isn't just about borrowing books; it's also a place to bring people together for community engagement in inviting ...

Written by Kirk Johnson, Materials Services Division Prince William Public Libraries is strongly committed to maintaining a robust public library ...

Written by the Sustainability Work Group From transforming unwanted plastic bags into new benches to installing water bottle filling stations so ...

Gaining volunteer hours, refining interpersonal communications, and sitting in A/C in 90-degree heat? It might seem a little early, but the latest ...

Prince William Public Libraries is gearing up for its inaugural Lit Con, a five-week celebration of fandom, comics, manga, and more. In the latest ...

In a recent episode of "Important Library Stuff," host Emily Bickers is joined by Laura Lily Bell from Montclair Library to discuss assistive ...

As Prince William County’s population grows, Prince William Public Libraries seeks new opportunities to meet people where they live, work, and play. ...

In a recent episode of “Important Library Stuff,” our host Emily is joined by a special four-legged cohost, Chewie, his person and volunteer, Becky, ...

In a recent episode of the Prince William Public Libraries’ podcast, "Important Library Stuff," host Emily Bickers meets with dedicated staff members ...

Prince William Public Libraries is working with AARP to provide free tax services at Bull Run and Chinn Park Libraries through April 15, 2024. ...

Prince William Public Libraries is launching a new mobile app to make it even easier to find your next read, see upcoming events and programs, and ...

Memory Cafés at Prince William Public Libraries offer a unique and supportive space for older adults in all stages of aging. These cafés, offered ...

Prince William Public Libraries will start the new year with a new Strategic Plan focused on leveraging the successes of the 2019 – 2023 Strategic ...

Every year, Prince William Public Libraries looks back on the most popular books, movies, and music you checked out. There may be a few surprises ...

Embracing the chill of winter doesn't always mean bundling up and braving the cold. Okay, maybe just a little bit to get to the library, but it's ...

Prince William Public Libraries has officially launched "Important Library Stuff," a podcast where library staff share the inside scoop on all ...

Prince William Public Libraries will temporarily close Lake Ridge Library beginning November 20 for renovations. The renovations are expected to last ...

Prince William Public Libraries has been selected as one of 12 public libraries in Virginia to receive the Welcoming Library: Traveling Collection, a ...

Prince William Public Libraries will be spending the week of October 15–21, 2023, celebrating its Friends of the Library groups as part of the 18th ...

The pleasures of rewatching a favorite film or binge-watching a beloved TV show are not to be denied. Part of the fun of seeing a summer blockbuster ...

September is Library Card Sign-up Month, a time when Prince William Public Libraries joins the American Library Association (ALA) and libraries ...

Summer Reading is here, which often means a mad rush for the same titles as students from schools all over Prince William County and the City of ...

Between summer camps, vacations, and visits to the pool, you’ve been having so much fun, you forgot to sign up for Summer Reading. Don’t worry – ...

Prince William Public Libraries’ creative marketing efforts have earned recognition from two renowned professional organizations – the American ...

Prince William Public Libraries Selectors have been building a more robust and comprehensive World Languages collection for books and magazines. We ...

Potomac Library welcomes the public to its Community Services Fair on Tuesday, June 6, from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. This year’s event will bring ...

Prince William Public Libraries’ 2023 Summer Reading program is centered around kindness, friendship, and unity with the theme, “All Together Now.” ...

Prince William Public Libraries is hosting a Job Fair on Thursday, May 11, from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. at Chinn Park Library. The Job Fair will bring ...

In support of small businesses in Prince William County and the City of Manassas, Prince William Public Libraries will host the “National Small ...

Join Prince William Public Libraries (PWPL) for a Spring Festival, Earth Day events, gardening programs, and recycling and upcycling activities this ...

Are you looking to make a career change or re-enter the workforce? Connect with a live resume coach and get personalized advice on writing a resume ...

With fiction books, there are times when readers want a complex or challenging book with rich character development and a well-developed authorial ...

Prince William Public Libraries is offering three opportunities this month for people of all ages to participate in contests and feedback to improve ...

While February may be the shortest month of the year, there’s no shortage of programs and services offered at Prince William Public Libraries. ...

With a new calendar year comes a new tax year, new contribution limits, and in general, a reset of your household and personal finances. Your local ...

If you’re hoping to get more reading done in 2023 than you managed in the past year, you can take comfort in knowing that Prince William Public ...

Resolutions are always made with the best of intentions, and when they lead to even partial success, that’s a win. But many people find it tough to ...

AARP Tax Aide: Bull Run FEBRUARY 1 – APRIL 15: Mondays, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Wednesdays, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Saturdays, 10:00 a.m. – ...

Prince William Public Libraries staff is always curious about how they can enhance programming throughout its 12 branches. Haymarket Gainesville ...

Prince William Public Libraries (PWPL) has been awarded two Viddy Awards that honor excellence in a digital world. PWPL received a Gold Award for its ...

RICHMOND, VIRGINIA – The Library of Virginia, one of the oldest state libraries and archives in the nation, will mark its bicentennial in 2023 with a ...

The winter season brings beloved holidays, and there are never too many opportunities to breathe in the smell of ginger cookies, showcase your ...

Prince William Public Libraries’ Digital Library features nearly 100 different databases, digital platforms, and streaming services, offering a wide ...

November is when the nights get longer, the weather starts to cool down, school semesters ramp up for the final stretch before winter break, and the ...

Books are comforting. Despite the peculiarities of every author, each genre has its predictable elements. When a reader rests their fingers on the ...

People waiting to hear the results of the annual Creative Arts Showcase recently filled the community room at Chinn Park Library where art by middle ...

The internet has changed how we get information, and almost anybody with internet access has likely turned to websites, blogs, and YouTube for recipe ...

Prince William Public Libraries (PWPL) has been awarded a Gold MarCom Award for its “Visit Prince William Public LiBEARies” video that promotes ...

Prince William Public Libraries will be spending the week of October 16–22, 2022, celebrating its Friends of the Libraries as part of the 17th annual ...

Are you struggling to pick your next read but know what genre you like? Looking for a new book, but would love some recommendations from a librarian? ...

As residents walked through the doors of Bull Run Library, they were greeted with an updated look, open and inviting spaces, enhanced services, and ...

Crime fiction is one of the most popular genres of fiction available—and with good reason. Many readers find the lure of a good mystery irresistible, ...

September is Library Card Sign-up Month, when libraries nationwide join the American Library Association (ALA) to remind parents, caregivers, and ...

Sharpened pencils? Check. New backpack? Check. Your library card? Now you’re ready to go back to school! Explore all that Prince William Public ...

While a good ol’ game of tag is always fun, so are Prince William Public Libraries’ Teen Advisory Groups (TAG). Over the past few years, our ...

What comes to mind when you think of library book clubs? While the traditional book club is a classic mainstay of library programming, Prince William ...

Prince William Public Libraries (PWPL) has been awarded a grant that will fund the extension and enhancement of library services to the Prince ...

We Demand: Women’s Suffrage in Virginia, a free exhibition from the Library of Virginia running August 2 – September 10, 2022 at Montclair Library, ...

Prince William Public Libraries (PWPL) has been awarded three dotCOMM Awards for digital communications campaigns designed to engage and share PWPL ...

The staff at Prince William Public Libraries are always looking for ways to improve the services and materials we provide to patrons. We analyze ...

(Washington, DC – Monday, June 27, 2022) – In addition to celebrating coming together after two years of the virtual American Library Association ...

On the western side of Prince William County, an elementary school student pauses to empty their milk carton and sort the extra milk and container ...

Whether you’re heading to the beach, the mountains, or staying close to home this summer, Prince William Public Libraries (PWPL) has fun programs, ...

Prince William Public Libraries (PWPL) celebrated Earth Day by opening a new environmental education space, Central Green. This outdoor library space ...

There is no shortage of recipes to be found online. It seems that any amateur chef with an internet connection has a blog or Instagram account ...

Prince William Public Libraries (PWPL) has been awarded two coveted Hermes Creative Awards, a Gold Award for its Strategic Marketing Campaign, “PWPL ...

This week, Prince William Public Libraries encourages all community members to visit their library in person or online to explore and access services ...

The Prince William Public Libraries website, pwcva.gov/library, is a far cry from what it used to be. What was once intended for just a small group ...

Your public library is a civic institution that serves as many different purposes as patrons. In support of our mission to bring people, information, ...

Every month, we ask patrons at Haymarket Gainesville Library to answer questions on our “Library Window,” like:  “What is your bucket list ...

There is no shortage of instructional videos available online. On YouTube alone, there are thousands of videos covering just about any topic or ...

(Prince William, Virginia – Friday, January 21, 2022) – The Urban Libraries Council (ULC) announced Prince William Public Libraries (PWPL) as one of ...

Prince William Public Libraries is relaunching its “100 Books Before College” program, now called 100 Books Before Graduation. The 100 Books Before ...

Even though the holidays are winding down, maybe you're still in the holiday spirit? There are few better ways to unwind and relax during the ...

What’s better than bundling up with a cozy blanket, hot drink, and new movie? FREE new movies, courtesy of Prince William Public Libraries (PWPL)! ...

As the days get shorter and we bring out the heavy sweaters, this season is a time to celebrate. Of course, this means we need ...

Prince William Public Libraries (PWPL) are open for business, and art is happening at Montclair Library. Enjoy exhibits by regional artists featured ...

If you asked a hundred different people, “Why do you think people go to the library?” you will likely get a hundred different answers—and possibly ...

UPDATE: Bull Run Library will reopen Monday, September 12, 2022. - Bull Run Library is scheduled to close for renovations beginning ...

Funded by a $3,000 ChangeX grant to the Friends of Montclair Community Library, area residents and library staff teamed up to spark community-wide ...

If you haven’t had the opportunity to visit Central Library’s new Studio 8601 Makerspace yet, here’s a quick rundown of what a Makerspace is and ...

Patrons of Prince William Public Libraries now have free access to BookBrowse.com, the leading book recommendation and review website, through its ...

Prince William Public Libraries will be spending the week of October 17 – 23, 2021 recognizing the contributions and efforts of its Friends of the ...

With fall weather coming and October already well underway, the days are getting shorter. Shorter days mean less sunlight and a higher percentage of ...

Chinn Park Library, located in Woodbridge, VA, has been a cornerstone of Prince William Public Libraries (PWPL) for 30 years as one of its two ...

Prince William Public Libraries Puts the Archive on Your Screen Written by Kirk Johnson, Materials Services Division Summer is over, and the ...

September is Library Card Sign-Up Month, a time when Prince William Public Libraries joins the American Library Association (ALA) and libraries ...

August represents the final days of summer: Many families will be trying to get one last vacation in and many students will be hoping to enjoy one ...

Dale City Library Scheduled to Close for Renovations (WOODBRIDGE, VA – Wednesday, July 28, 2021) – Dale City Library is scheduled to close for ...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Prince William Public Libraries to Go Fine-Free Beginning July 1 (WOODBRIDGE, VA – April 28, 2021): Prince William Public ...