New HVAC System

On Friday, November 14, the library will start using its new HVAC system, which may cause a temporary burning smell in the building. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

Featured Events

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English Conversation Class

Monday, November 17, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Main Level Conference Room at Mary Riley Styles Public Library

Program Type:

ESOL & Language

Age Group:

Adults (Ages 18+)
Library Branch: Mary Riley Styles Public Library
Room: Main Level Conference Room
Age Group: Adults (Ages 18+)
Program Type: ESOL & Language
Event Details:

Join us for a Free English Conversation class for adults to practice your language skills with other learners, and improve your listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. No registration required. Walk-ins are welcome.

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All Aboard!

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Lower Level Conference Room at Mary Riley Styles Public Library

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

Preschool (Ages 2 - 4)
Library Branch: Mary Riley Styles Public Library
Room: Lower Level Conference Room
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 2 - 4)
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Join us for cooperative play with train toys. 

This program is for ages 2-4 with a caregiver.

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Health Talk: Eating Well to Be Well

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Level Conference Room at Mary Riley Styles Public Library

Program Type:

Health & Wellness

Age Group:

Adults (Ages 18+)
Library Branch: Mary Riley Styles Public Library
Room: Main Level Conference Room
Age Group: Adults (Ages 18+)
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come learn how to optimize your diet to maximize health and overall wellness!

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Italian Conversation Group

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Lower Level Conference Room at Mary Riley Styles Public Library

Program Type:

Foreign Language Discussion Group

Age Group:

Adults (Ages 18+)
Library Branch: Mary Riley Styles Public Library
Room: Lower Level Conference Room
Age Group: Adults (Ages 18+)
Program Type: Foreign Language Discussion Group
Registration Required
Event Details:

This class is intended for people with an intermediate level of Italian but all are welcome! The group will be coordinated by an experienced Italian instructor and native speaker.

Mindfulness Mediation for Everyday Life

Mindfulness Meditation for Everyday Life

Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Main Level Conference Room at Mary Riley Styles Public Library

Program Type:

Health & Wellness

Age Group:

Adults (Ages 18+)
Library Branch: Mary Riley Styles Public Library
Room: Main Level Conference Room
Age Group: Adults (Ages 18+)
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Most of us are always on the go in some capacity, tasking ourselves to keep things running smoothly or remedying situations that aren’t going as we hoped.

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Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Level Conference Room at Mary Riley Styles Public Library

Program Type:

Library Board of Trustees

Age Group:

Adults (Ages 18+)
Library Branch: Mary Riley Styles Public Library
Room: Main Level Conference Room
Age Group: Adults (Ages 18+)
Program Type: Library Board of Trustees
The Red House Mystery by A. A. Milne

Golden Era Mystery Book Club: The Red House Mystery

Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Lower Level Conference Room at Mary Riley Styles Public Library

Program Type:

Book Discussion

Age Group:

Adults (Ages 18+)
Library Branch: Mary Riley Styles Public Library
Room: Lower Level Conference Room
Age Group: Adults (Ages 18+)
Program Type: Book Discussion
Event Details:

A classic locked-room murder mystery published in 1922. In a quaint English country house, the exuberant Mark Ablett has been hosting a week-end house party.

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Falls Church Fiber Artists

Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Level Conference Room at Mary Riley Styles Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Adults (Ages 18+)
Library Branch: Mary Riley Styles Public Library
Room: Main Level Conference Room
Age Group: Adults (Ages 18+)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Falls Church Fiber Artists

Drop in for this informal weekly group to knit and crochet. Share what you're creating. Get advice from other knitters and crocheters. Or just chat while you work on your own project! All are welcome. 

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Fall Storytime

Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Lower Level Conference Room at Mary Riley Styles Public Library

Program Type:

Storytime, Summer Reading Program

Age Group:

Preschool (Ages 2 - 4)
Library Branch: Mary Riley Styles Public Library
Room: Lower Level Conference Room
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 2 - 4)
Program Type: Storytime, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:
  • Please pick ONLY ONE storytime per week to attend.
  • See children's desk for ticket upon arrival.

Playtime with Early Literacy Center

Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lower Level Conference Room at Mary Riley Styles Public Library

Program Type:

Storytime, Summer Reading Program

Age Group:

Preschool (Ages 2 - 4)
Library Branch: Mary Riley Styles Public Library
Room: Lower Level Conference Room
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 2 - 4)
Program Type: Storytime, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

We will have our Early Literacy center available for free play for an hour after storytime. Drop in, no registration or tickets required.

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CLOSED

All Day 11/27–11/28
Closing
Branches:
Mary Riley Styles Public Library
Description:

The library will be closed Thursday, November 27, and Friday, November 28 for the Thanksgiving holiday. 

While the library is closed, you can still access all our great online resources!

CLOSED FROM 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM

11:30am–2:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Mary Riley Styles Public Library
Description:

The library will be closed midday- from 11:30 AM to 2:00 PM - on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, so all staff can attend the City's annual Employee Service Awards luncheon. 

CLOSING AT NOON

12:00pm–8:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Mary Riley Styles Public Library
Description:

The City of Falls Church including the library will be open from 10 am - 12 pm on Wednesday, December 24, and then close early for Christmas Eve. 

CLOSED

All Day 12/25–12/26
Closing
Branches:
Mary Riley Styles Public Library
Description:

The City of Falls Church including the library will also be closed all day Thursday, December 25, and Friday, December 26, for the Christmas Holiday. 

CLOSING AT 5 PM

5:00pm–8:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Mary Riley Styles Public Library
Description:

The library will close early - at 5 pm - on Wednesday, December 31, for New Year's Eve. 

While the library is closed, you can still access all our great online resources!

CLOSED

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Mary Riley Styles Public Library
Description:

The library will be closed Thursday, January 1, for the New Year holiday. 

While the library is closed, you can still access all our great online resources!

CLOSED

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Mary Riley Styles Public Library
Description:

The library will be closed Monday, January 19, for the Martin Luther King Jr Day holiday. 

While the library is closed, you can still access all our great online resources!

CLOSED

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Mary Riley Styles Public Library
Description:

The library will be closed Monday, February 16, for the President's Day holiday. 

While the library is closed, you can still access all our great online resources!

CLOSED

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Mary Riley Styles Public Library
Description:

The library will be closed on Sunday, April 5, 2026. 

While the library is closed, you can still access all our great online resources!

CLOSED

All Day 5/24–5/25
Closing
Branches:
Mary Riley Styles Public Library
Description:

The library will be closed Sunday, May 24, and Monday, May 25, for Memorial Day and building cleaning. 

While the library is closed, you can still access all our great online resources!

CLOSED

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Mary Riley Styles Public Library
Description:

The library will be closed for the Juneteenth holiday. 

While the library is closed, you can still access all our great online resources!

CLOSED

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Mary Riley Styles Public Library
Description:

The library will be closed for the Independence Day holiday. 

While the library is closed, you can still access all our great online resources!

CLOSED

All Day 9/6–9/7
Closing
Branches:
Mary Riley Styles Public Library
Description:

The library will be closed Sunday, September 6, and Monday, September 7, for the Labor Day holiday and building cleaning. 

While the library is closed, you can still access all our great online resources!

CLOSED

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Mary Riley Styles Public Library
Description:

The library will be closed Monday, October 12, for the Indigenous Peoples' Day holiday. 

While the library is closed, you can still access all our great online resources!