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Library News and Information
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 National Friends of the Library Week, October 18-24, 2026, is an opportunity for Fairfax County Public Library to thank our many Friends groups for their contributions throughout the year. These individual groups support, assist and promote library activities for the local community.
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 Calling all young science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics enthusiasts! Join us Saturday, October 10 for a day full of fun and discover 3D printing, robotics, arts, crafts and more in this exciting fair for school-age children and their families.
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 In its 250-year history, the United States has seen countless inventions arise from the minds of people who have called the country home. This month, join us as we celebrate this innovative spirit with programs, resources and more.
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Uncover your family’s story and the history of the place they called home with resources and tools to help you trace your roots.
Chantilly Regional
Monday, October 5
7-8 p.m.
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Enjoy an inspiring presentation on the life and legacy of Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune, led by National Park Ranger Ife Calhoun.
John Marshall
Saturday, October 10
2-3 p.m.
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Create a craft while you say hi to one of Frying Pan Farm's lovely animals and learn about this amazing county attraction.
Herndon Fortnightly
Monday, October 12
11 a.m.-12 p.m.
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Watch a screening of the 2025 FRONTLINE documentary "Born Poor," which follows children to adulthood as they try to overcome the grinding poverty that shaped their childhoods.
Sherwood Regional
Wednesday, October 14
6:30-8:30 p.m.
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Help us say goodbye for now to our George Mason Regional branch with a day full of fun and exciting programs including special remarks, an all-ages storytime, magic show and drop-in activities.
George Mason Regional
Saturday, October 17
10:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
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 The 9th Street Quartet Performs "Ady's American Adventure"
Enjoy a family-friendly orchestra performance from The 9th Street Quartet in partnership with Amadeus Concerts as they present "Ady's American Adventure," the story of a boy who immigrates to the U.S.
Great Falls
Saturday, October 17
11 a.m.-12 p.m.
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Discover how light pollution is impacting not just our ability to see the stars, but also our circadian rhythms and the survival of birds, bats, insects and other wildlife. Then learn what you can do in your own backyard to help.
Richard Byrd
Saturday, October 24
3-4 p.m.
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 Authors Talk: Andrew Joseph White & Alice Scott
Hear from award-winning author Andrew Joseph White and indie author/bookseller Alice Scott as they discuss and launch White's newest young adult horror book, You're No Better. A book signing with both authors will follow the program.
Reston Regional
Tuesday, October 27
7-8:30 p.m.
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Celebrate the spooky season with exciting programs at your local library. From crafting programs and storytimes to spooky presentations, decor swaps and more, there is something for the whole family to enjoy.
Multiple Branches
Various Dates
Various Times
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George Mason Regional Library, its grounds and parking lot will close this fall for an approximately two-year renovation.
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- Fix-It Clinic Repairer
- Kingstowne Regional
- Sherwood Regional
- Mah Jongg Group Leader
- Digital Collection Assistant
- Book Sale Assistant
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If there is one thing we know about our cardholders and visitors, it is that they love books - which makes your local library, and the book clubs it hosts, a great place to meet new books and new friends!
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Stream a variety of entertaining shows and documentaries from featured collections such as The Capital, Austin City Limits and American Outlaws, along with other WETA PBS favorites for free.
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 The victors have been chosen!
Thank you to all who entered our 2026 Teen Cover Art Contest! Take a look at all the designs and help us congratulate the winners.
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Each month FCPL offers a hand-picked selection featured for unlimited use. During that month, the selection will be always available with no holds, no waiting. The featured eBooks can be used for reading with friends, as virtual book club picks or just because you like to read what we suggest!
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Fairfax County Public Library actively builds community, furthers literacy, and promotes freedom of access and expression through programming, community spaces, technology, and collections of educational and recreational resources.
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