Fifty years ago, Bushra Jabre left Lebanon with a suitcase full of dreams and a heart full of uncertainty, embarking on a journey that would take her across five continents and into the lives of countless people in eighty-six countries. Join us for an afternoon with the author of Beyond Borders: A Life of Learning and Connecting in Global Villages and learn about Bushra's unique experiences across the globe. For Adults.
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Holiday gingerbread house decorating at McLean Community Center supplies a pre-built house, frosting, toppings, and light refreshments; $50/$40 for MCC residents, for ages 16 and under.
One‑on‑one device help offered in Dolley Madison Library’s Meeting Room 2, bring personal gadgets for troubleshooting, ages 18 and up.
Discussing Ann Cleeves' *The Dark Wives* in person, with copies available at Dolley Madison Library's Meeting Room 1, ages 18+.
Tree-themed preschool session at Gulf Branch Nature Center, caretakers stay with child, ages 3–5.
One-on-one English conversation with a library volunteer at Centreville Regional Library; basic English required, registration required, students limited to one session weekly, ages 18+.
In-person English class for beginners and intermediate learners at Reston Regional Library’s ELL and Citizenship Center improves basic English skills, ages 18 and up.
Jeannie leads a relaxed hour of advanced English conversation in a small online group; registration required, link emailed to registrants, for ages 18 and up.
Beginner English conversation group with native speaker, small‑group activities for new or shy speakers, Oakton Library conference room, walk‑in only, ages 18 and up.
