Book Dating for Book Lovers in November


Looking for a "novel" way to connect with other singles in the area? Join us Sunday, Nov. 20 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. for the the Shirlington Branch Library's second Book Dating event.

How does it work?
Grab a couple of books you'd like to share: favorites, disappointments, readings-in-progress or even books you're planning to read. Bring your own books, or use the Library's.

And then?
Each book date will be timed at 3 minutes allowing all participants an opportunity to meet and chat about their reading. Library staff will be on hand to keep things flowing.

What happens next is another story - yours.

Register for Book Dating by calling 703-228-6545, in person at the Shirlington Service Desk. Registration will be available up until the start of the program.

Light refreshments generously provided by Extra Virgin Italian Cuisine in Shirlington Village, and a drawing for a pair of Signature Theatre tickets, donated by Signature, will also take place at the end of the evening.
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4 comments:

  1. Robin PNovember 17, 2011 at 12:37 AM

    You need to have a topic or a theme for singles book night. It would be very helpful. Most rewarding read, most engrossing non-fiction, secret fun read,first book you remember reading as an adult, Adults hooked on teen fiction, my latest addiction (books you can't put down). I like the idea that you are trying to get book lovers together but without structure you might as well make an area/room in the library the "singles" area and allow quiet talking.

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  2. The LibrariansNovember 18, 2011 at 9:06 AM

    Thanks for your suggestions - we'll consider them in planning our future Book Dating events.

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  3. MaryNovember 21, 2011 at 8:10 PM

    Thanks so much for a fun evening! Will there be another one in December? Thanks also for arranging the delicious refreshments. If it's not possible to arrange another donation next time, you could ask participants to bring a snack or beverage to share.

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  4. The LibrariansNovember 30, 2011 at 7:48 AM

    Book Dating is currently scheduled the 3rd Sunday of every month, at 6:00 p.m.

    We're glad to hear that you've enjoyed the refreshments - local restaurants have generously partnered with us for the foreseeable future.

    Hope to see you next month!

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