When in doubt, your Children's Librarian probably has it. #ChildrensLibrarian #LibraryLife

Wield the power of the pen for this year’s LCPL Short Story Contest! Submit one fiction story for a chance to stand among finalists and to see your work published in the Contest Winners eBook. Submissions will be accepted online from Monday, Dec. 15, through Sunday, Feb. 15. #WritingCommunity

On your couch, get snug, read! Sign up online beginning Thursday, Jan. 1, and track your hours spent reading through Saturday, Feb. 28 (link in comments). Collect a prize when you reach 30 hours, while supplies last! #WinterReading #ReadingChallenge #LoudounCounty

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Lovettsville Library's very own Katie Smith has been awarded Employee of the Month by Loudoun County Government! In her nomination, Katie was recognized for her exemplary work during recent outreach events.

Calling all writers: Enter your writing into the LCPL Short Story Contest for 2025-2026! Submissions will be accepted from Monday, Dec. 15, through Sunday, Feb. 15. See the link below for additional contest details. library.loudoun.gov/storycontest #WritingContest #ShortStory #WritingCommunity

Purcellville Library is still accepting donations for Toys for Tots! Drop off new, unwrapped items for kids of any age by Sunday, Nov. 30.

A patron recently came to Gum Spring's Makerspace to personalize an apron for her mother-in-law's birthday. She used Inkscape's software to convert all the grandkids' handwritten names into an embroidery file. Then, she used the embroidery machine to finish this unique and meaningful gift.

Bring new hats, mittens, socks, scarves and new (or gently used) coats to Sterling Library! Donate now, or come to our book sale on Saturday, Dec. 13, where you can exchange winter clothing donations for books. The winter clothing drive and book sale are sponsored by Friends of Sterling Library.

Join your fiber arts community through the Common Threads program series at Brambleton Library! Bring a project to work on every third Thursday of the month and hang out with fellow artists. The next meet is Thursday, Nov. 20, at 7 p.m. #BrambletonLibrary #LibraryProgram #FiberArts

OK so this was amazing. I saw this at a library I visited today. I love this. A gumball machine ... but it is filled with writing prompts. @library.loudoun.gov Great idea! #writing #writingcommunity

Join the conversation with acclaimed writer Amanda Peters as we discuss her best-selling novel, "The Berry Pickers," as well as her short-fiction collection. Influenced by Peters’ own Mi’kmaq heritage, "The Berry Pickers" is a riveting exploration of family, grief, and the bonds we share. #BookSky

In September 2024, our friends at Loudoun Hunger Relief cut the ribbon with us to open a free bookshelf at their location in Leesburg. To date, community members have donated over 6,000 books for distribution! Thank you to everyone who has donated or taken home a book. #BookSky

Daylight savings has ended, but you can keep your evenings lit with a candle from our Jane Austen Handicrafts program. For adults and high schoolers at Lovettsville Library. We'll see you on Saturday, Nov. 8, from 1-4 p.m. #Handicrafted #CandleMaking #CandleMakers

We know how difficult it can be to take a great portrait. Fortunately, our Teen Photographers program can help! Professional photographer Frank Stopa will be joining us on Saturday, Nov. 8, at 2 p.m. at Brambleton Library to help teens use creative lighting to capture incredible portraits.

Lovettsville Library is celebrating Jane Austen's 250th birthday with handicrafts! Embroider your initials on a handkerchief, create a teacup candle and arrive in costume to receive a giveaway. Date: Saturday, Nov. 8 Time: 1-4 p.m. #JaneAusten #JaneAustenFan #Embroidery #RegencyFashion

Let the wind take you all the way to Middleburg Library’s Fall Festival! Join us Saturday, Nov. 8, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., as we’ll have plenty of activities for patrons of all ages to enjoy, including storytime, a community art project and live Appalachian and Celtic music.

Grab some popcorn, take a seat and get ready for a showing of Hayao Miyazaki's "Porco Russo" (PG) at Rust Library! Date: Sunday, Nov. 9 Time: 1:30-4 p.m. #StudioGhibli #MovieNight #LoudounCountyVA

Try not to scream at this monstrous mash-up of Halloween crafts! Join us on Friday, Oct. 31, at 2 p.m. in Brambleton Library's Teen Center to create a costume for a duck, unearth a zombie Barbie keychain, make an eyeball flower, feast on candy sushi or conduct an alien autopsy.

Join us for The Art of the Duo — a series of live music shows spotlighting unique duet performances by talented musicians coming together for the very first time! #LiveMusic #LibraryEvent #PublicLibrary #LoudounVA

You are invited to hear from Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Malala Yousafzai about her memoir, "Finding My Way." Malala reintroduces herself to the world, sharing how she navigated dark moments that threatened to define her narrative—while seeking the freedom to find out who she truly is. #BookSky

We're just one day away from Eat Local Read Local, and some of the children's authors have chosen theme songs for their books! #BookSky

Beginning Monday, Nov. 10, Lovettsville Library will be closed temporarily for building upgrades. The project is expected to last through Tuesday, Dec. 2, however, the branch will reopen as soon as the renovation is finished.

More authors have joined us for another round of fancasts! Get to know these authors and their characters at Eat Local Read Local Book Sale & Festival. The event will take place on Saturday, Oct. 18, at Cascades Library from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. #BookSky

In our Art of the Duo live music series, percussionist Tom Teasley invites a different collaborator to each of three performances, exploring the creative potential of two artists in musical dialogue. #LiveMusic

Happy book birthday (or publication day) to "Witchlore," a new YA fantasy novel by Emma Hinds! Our teen volunteer Dhanvita got the opportunity to read an Advance Reader Copy (ARC) of this book ahead of publication, and here's what she had to say 🧵 #BookSky

Which actors would our Eat Local Read Local authors cast as the main characters in their books? Now that you’ve met the characters, meet the authors in person! The Book Sale and Festival will take place on Saturday, Oct. 18, at Cascades Library from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. #BookSale #BookSky

It's never too late to rediscover your love for reading! What adult fiction books would you recommend? Let us know in the comments! #BookSky

Join us online to pick the brain of the New York Times bestselling author Leigh Bardugo as we celebrate the release of "Six of Crows" (The Dregs Edition). Date: Thursday, Oct. 9 Time: 7-8 p.m.

Meet me at the Eat Local Read Local Book Sale and Festival! I'll be selling and signing books at Cascades Library (VA) on Saturday, Oct. 18, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Swing by the rear parking lot to say hi and enjoy the festivities. More info here: library.loudoun.gov/ELRL. @library.loudoun.gov

All branches will be closed Monday, Oct. 13, for Indigenous Peoples Day. Regular service resumes Tuesday, Oct. 14, at 9:30 a.m. Our digital resources are always available at library.loudoun.gov/online (see the "Library Resources" link in our bio). #IndigenousPeoplesDay

I'll be with 70+ local authors at LCPL’s Eat Local Read Local event on Saturday, Oct. 18. Bring the whole family to Cascades Library for books, food trucks and live music. Held outdoors, rain or shine, in the rear parking lot. Visit library.loudoun.gov/ELRL for details. @library.loudoun.gov

Get ready for Friday Night Out at Sterling Library! We’re kicking off this new series for adults and high schoolers with back-to-back weekends of dancing, followed by Halloween festivities, a “Wicked” watch party and a Jane Austen night. #SquareDance #SalsaDanceLessons #LoudounCounty

Get ready for sweater weather, colorful leaves and Eat Local Read Local! This year’s book sale and festival features 70 local authors, food trucks, live music and activities for the whole family to enjoy. #BookSale

We're back for another round of adult fiction read-alikes! What books did you love as a child or teen? Let us know in the comments for a chance to see your read-alikes in Part 3. #BookSky

Find your next page turner at our upcoming book sales! Plenty of opportunities to pick up a pre-loved gem at one of our used book sales, or meet local authors and get your copy signed at our annual Eat Local Read Local Book Sale & Festival. #BookSky #LoudounCounty #BookLovers #BookSale

Fly to new heights at our first ever Storytime at the Airport! Meet our children's librarian in the Leesburg Executive Airport lobby for stories, songs and action rhymes. Date: Monday, Oct. 6 Time: 10-10:30 a.m. Location: 1001 Sycolin Rd, Leesburg, VA 20175

Which of these was your favorite book as a kid? Rekindle the joy of reading by giving these grown-up read-alikes a try. #BookSky

What's the process for becoming a U.S. citizen? In this online information session, you will learn the eligibility requirements, how to apply and tips to prepare for the citizenship interview.

Author incoming! YA author Rebecca Danzenbaker is visiting Brambleton Library this Saturday, Sept. 20, from 2-4 p.m. Come chat with Rebecca about her work while solving a mini escape room based on her novel "Soulmatch." Prizes will be awarded, while supplies last. #BookSky

Today, September 15 through October 15 is Hispanic Heritage Month! Let’s celebrate and recognize the incredible impact of Hispanic Americans in our #Loudoun community. #HispanicHeritage

Congratulations to our librarian, Emily Valdez, for earning an achievement award from the Virginia Association of Counties (VACo)! Emily's award highlights her work running the Teen Photography program series at Brambleton Library.

Explore meaningful volunteer opportunities while you connect with nonprofits at Sterling Library’s Volunteer Expo. While there, you can also participate in hands-on projects that will benefit Binky Patrol and the Loudoun County Animal Shelter. Date: Saturday, Sept. 13 Time: 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Join Matt Arant, former college admissions rep and athletics liaison, for an insider’s guide to navigating the recruitment process for college. Both high schoolers and parents are invited to attend!

We're celebrating 40 years of "The Golden Girls" at Chrysalis Vineyards! Ages 21+ are invited to join us for a night of wine, trivia and golden-girlhood. Saturday, Sept. 13 3-4 p.m. #TriviaNight #Loudoun #LoudounCounty #LoudounCountyVA #LoudounWineries

We're thinking outside the box at Sterling Library's Teen Sewing Club; the lunch box, to be exact! These patrons used Makerspace equipment by sewing their very own, complete with 3D printed clasps. #MakeItAtYourLibrary #Makerspace #LoudounLibrary #Sewing

It doesn't take special equipment to build early literacy skills. The best support you can give your child is through these five simple practices! #BookSky

All LCPL branches will be closed on Monday, Sept. 1, for Labor Day. Library cardholders can still check out audiobooks and eBooks using Libby! Download the Libby app for free to find thousands of titles, including books on the history of workers' rights in the U.S. #LaborDay

This fall, turn words into art for the annual LCPL Novel Expressions Art Contest! Create an original work of art inspired by a piece of literature. All artistic mediums are accepted as long as they are inspired by a specific novel, short story, poem, song lyrics, or any other literary work.

This week, middle and high schoolers can find their "third place" at the library! Check out one of our many clubs, Embroidery 101 or the After Hours Teen Center at Cascades, which hosts activities every Friday at 6 p.m.