Fairfax County is home to a large and thriving military community. According to an article from the county’s Department of Neighborhood and Community Services, which coordinates the Veteran and Military Families Commission, more than 45,000 active-duty military, selected reserve members, and an estimated 65,000 veterans live in Fairfax County. To honor these members of our community, Fairfax County Public Library will be celebrating National Veterans and Military Families Appreciation Month this November. Throughout the month, library visitors can join us at branches around the county to connect with and celebrate our military neighbors with programming that includes author talks, storytimes, demonstrations and more.
Check out a small sample of what we have planned at a library near you:
*Please note that dates/times of the following events are subject to change. Check the event listing for the latest information.
Blue Star Family Play Date – Sherwood Regional Library – Sunday, November 3
Get to know your neighbors during this event is for military and civilian families to meet, craft and play together.
Special Storytime with Sergeant Victor Melendez – Kings Park Library – Wednesday, November 6
Make new friends, introduce perspectives of military life, and socialize with other families during this family storytime.
Marine Corps Silent Rifle Drill Team – Centreville Regional Library – Wednesday, November 6
Experience the precision of the Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon as they perform a unique precision drill exhibition, exemplifying the professionalism associated with the United States Marine Corps.
Meet Author Lt. Col. Les Carroll – Multiple Locations – Multiple Dates (registration required)
Listen as the author discusses the life experiences that inspired his book “This Troubled Ground.” Following the presentation, there will be a Q&A session and audience members can buy signed copies of his book.
Fitness Tips for Military Families – Sherwood Regional Library – Thursday, November 14
Hear fom fitness professional and Army veteran Donna Welch as she shares her framework to help military families sustain healthy and enjoyable lifestyles.
Celebrating Military Families – Lorton Library – Saturday, November 23 (registration required)
Join us for a special military storytime followed by crafts and activities. All are welcome
For a complete list of related events, visit bit.ly/FCPL_MilitaryFamilyAppeciation.