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The following are book events, book releases and writing workshops in the Fairfax area: Saturday, Nov. 22 - Novelist talks at Borders: Something demonic is stalking the brightest men and women in the computer industry. It attacks without warning or mercy, leaving its prey insane, comatose -- or dead. Edward Lerner will discuss his novel “Fools' Experiments” at 3 p.m. at Borders Winchester. Call 540-535-2243.


Tuesday, Nov. 25

Veteran Navy SEAL discusses book: Richard Marcinko rose through Navy ranks to create and command one of this country's most elite and classified counterterrorist units, SEAL Team Six. Now this 30-year veteran recounts the secret missions and special warfare madness of his worldwide military career – and offers a riveting account of top-secret Navy SEALs.

Marcinko will discuss and sign his book, “Rogue Warrior,” at 7 p.m. at Borders Warrenton. Call 540-347-9412.


Saturday and Sunday,

Dec. 6-7, Dec. 13-14


Celebrate the holidays at Fairfax County libraries: The public is invited to enjoy special open-house festivities at Fairfax County Public Libraries. All events are free.

  • Saturday, Dec. 6, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. -- Sounds of the Season. Centreville Regional Library, 14200 Saint Germain Drive, Centreville, 703-830-2223. Music, crafts and refreshments.

  • Saturday, Dec. 6, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. -- Holiday Open House. Lorton Library, 9520 Richmond Highway, Lorton, 703-339-7385. Music, light refreshments and activities.

  • Saturday, Dec. 6, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. -- Holiday Open House. Herndon Fortnightly Library, 768 Center St., Herndon, 703-437-8855. Live music, holiday treats and crafts provided by the Council for the Arts of Herndon.

  • Sunday, Dec. 7, noon-3 p.m. -- Season’s Serenade. George Mason Regional Library, 7001 Little River Turnpike, 703-256-3800. A holiday open house featuring music and activities.

  • Sunday, Dec. 7, 1-3 p.m. --Annual Open House. Reston Regional Library, 11925 Bowman Towne Drive, Reston, 703-689-2700. Music, refreshments and a holiday book sale.

  • Saturday, Dec. 13, 2-4 p.m. -- Holiday Open House. Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library, 7584 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church, 703-790-8088. Music, dancers and light refreshments.

  • Sunday, Dec. 14, noon-2 p.m. -- Holiday Open House, Sherwood Regional Library, 2501 Sherwood Hall Lane, Alexandria, 703-765-3645. Performance by the Harmony Heritage Singers. Refreshments.

For other details, call the branch or visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/library.



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