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The Van Noy LibraryOur friendly, knowledgeable staff is waiting to serve you. Come over and browse through our collection. You'll agree that there's something for everyone at Van Noy Library. If you cannot find what you need, please let us know.
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LOCATION Building 1024, 5966 12th St (near 12th and Belvoir Rd), Fort Belvoir, VA 22060 map CONTACT (703) 806-3323 Director Daniel Sadowitz HOURS Sun Closed Mon Closed Tue - Thur 10 am - 7 pm Fri 9 am - 6 pm Sat 8:30 am - 5 pm Closed Federal Holidays |
PAGE CONTENTS News Events Online Catalog Library Features Book Clubs Special Events Digital Library Resources Renewals First Floor Second Floor Eligibility More Resources SEARCH BOOKS Online Catalog LINKS Email a Librarian Infotrac Research Databases Online Catalog Online Book Renewals DOCUMENTS Children's Story Time Information |
NEWS
VAN NOY LIBRARY EVENTS
Van Noy Library Survey
The Van Noy Library is conducting a simple 10 question survey to better understand how we can further serve the Fort Belvoir community. We would appreciate a minute or two of your time here: www.belvoirmwr.com/Surveys Thanks for your help!
Patriotic PAWS to Read
Sat / Sept 11, 2010 / 11am-12:30pm
Sign up to Read to CHANCE – our favorite dog, who loves to listen to children read books! If you are ages 5-12 and would like to spend 10 - 15 minutes reading to Chance (with his handler, Amy) please call (703) 806-3323 to register for this exciting new program.
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Van Noy Teen Book Club Sat / Sept 11, 2010 / 445-630pm Van Noy Teen Book Club’s selection for September is “Incarceron” by Catherine Fisher. We will meet Saturday, September 11th, 4:45 – 6:30 PM at the library. Please call (703) 806-3323 if you have questions or would like to participate. |
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Van Noy Book Club for Adults Sat / Sept 18, 2010 / 9-10am Our next book club selection is “Sarah’s Key” by Tatiana de Rosnay. We will meet Saturday, September 18th at 9:00 AM to discuss the book. Also, please bring a list of 5 - 10 books that you would be interested in reading and we will plan our 2010 / 2011 calendar. Please call (703) 806-3323 if you have questions, or would like to participate. |
Summer Reading Program
June 9 - Sept 4 / Summer 2010
Search the Van Noy Online Catalog for reading list titles.
Summer Reading Flyer
More Reading List Resources
Ages: Birth - Rising 6th Grade //
Starting june 9th you can pick up your reading logs at the circulation desk or in the children’s area. Read 24 books and return your log to us for some fantastic prizes and a special jewel or coin to put up on our board to track your progress.
Ages: Rising 7TH – 12TH GRADE //
Pick up your special iRead bingo card in the YA area. Complete a bingo, return your card, and pick up your prize! Then keep on playing – try for a blackout! Be sure to check the treasure box for our “anytime activity” of the week.
PROGRAM INFORMATION
Online Catalog
Search through our collection on the Van Noy Library Online Catalog!
Recently read a good book or trying to remember one? Search by plot by entering keywords such as “Submarines in World War II” or “James Bond” or choose a genre or subject. Search for your favorite titles and choose subjects that you are interested in to find more (e.g. Alice in Wonderland). New material is added daily!
Search the:
Van Noy Library Online Catalog
RSS Feed of New Van Noy Library Books 
Library Features
- Wi Fi
- Best Sellers
- Internet
- Newspapers
- Magazines
- Audio books on CD
- Movies on DVD
- Interlibrary loan service
- Photocopier
- PCs with Microsoft Office applications
- Typewriters
Children's Story Time
Tues and Thurs at 10am for children 5 and under.
Children's Story Time Information
Book Clubs
The Van Noy Library has Book Clubs of various age ranges and subject matter, that meet regularly to discuss the chosen books. You will find postings of our meetings listed in the Events section above. Hope to see you there!
SPECIAL EVENTS AT THE LIBRARY
Patriotic PAWS
Every so often we get a special visit from Chance the Reading Dog. Chance is a member of Therapy Dogs International
and he loves to listen to children read books! Chance's visits will be posted in the events section above.
DIGITAL LIBRARY RESOURCES
- Reference and Research Databases available here.
- AKO’s “My Library” contains research databases, auto repair manuals, ASVAB and other test prep books, e-books, audio books, and Tumble Books for children. Step 1 Login to AKO
- If you have a Fairfax County Public Library Card you may log into their databases.
- Army One Source
- Military One Source (Resources for the Military, Spouses & Families)
- Army Heritage & Education Center (digitized publications, manuscripts, photos, archives)
- Army History Magazine
- Army Publishing Directorate
- CARL: Combined Arms Research Library – Digital Publications
- CIA World Fact book
- Department of Defense Publications
- Federal Research Division – Library of Congress
- Internet Public Library
- Strategic Studies Institute – US Army War College
Step 2 Go to “Self Service”
Step 3 Click “My Library”
Renewals
- Online
- In Person
- Phone
(703) 806-3323
If you need help with your online account, please contact the circulation desk at
(703) 806-3323.
FIRST FLOOR
Children's Library
In the Children's Library (on the 1st floor), parents and children can can find books, participate in summer reading programs and activities, attend story-hours, use a computer together, or ask staff about great books to read.
Young Adult Collection
The YA collection has a new home near the circulation desk. It is continuously growing with fiction, non-fiction and reference books. You will also find audio books and some graphic novels.
Audio/Visual Collections
DVD’s: adventure, classics, foreign language, documentaries, instructional, children’s, performance and award winning films. You’ll find it all here.
Audio Books, or “talking books”, of current fiction, classics, non-fiction and biographies are available.
Books!
Circulating fiction and non-fiction books are on the 1st floor. We are currently in process of updating the collection to be able to offer you the latest and greatest.
SECOND FLOOR
Career Center
Books on how to write resumes, prepare for interviews, change careers, and locate jobs are available on the 2nd floor as well as workstations with MS Word for writing resumes and Internet access for searching for job opportunities.
Education Center
Reference books about choosing a college and information about financial aid are available. There are also circulating Exam books for study purposes (SAT, GRE, ASVAB, etc.).
Reference Department
Non-circulating reference books on a variety of subjects are available for research. Online databases are available here on this webpage, look on the right side of the page. A Reference Librarian is on hand to assist with research projects, and to help locate needed information.
Periodicals
Magazines, newspapers, Consumer Reports, used car price guides, and related materials may not be checked out but are available for leisure reading or research.
Military History
A collection of circulating books, biographies, and non-circulating reference materials on military history are in the Military History Room.
Patron Eligibility
You can be a patron...
If you are:
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Military stationed at Fort Belvoir (including TDY) and your family.
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Members of armed forces and their families residing in the area.
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Retired military and their families living in the area.
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DoD civilians working/living in the area.
Present the appropriate ID, register, and you can begin borrowing immediately.
For information -- general or reference -- or to inquire about an interlibrary loan Email a Librarian now.
More Resources
Fairfax County Schools Summer Reading Lists
Search the Van Noy Online Catalog for reading list titles.
Fairfax County Public Library Summer Reading Lists
DFMWR MISSIONS
DFMWR EVENTS
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Arts & Crafts Center Framing Class 3rd Sat of each Month / 8 am-12 noon Basic framing techniques are taught the 3rd Saturday of the month from 8 am-12 noon. $60 includes an 8 x10 kit. The kit contains a picture, mat board, foam core, glass, molding and mounting materials as well as use of the facility. Students will go home with framed artwork ready to hang on the wall. Call 703.806.4655 for registration. ARTS & CRAFTS CENTER |
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Friday Night Bowling Special Every Friday Night / 9pm - Midnight Every Friday, bowl non-stop from 9 to midnight with shoe rental for only $12.00 per bowler. It's our Friday Night Special, aka "Customer Appreciation Fridays". Call the Bowling Center at 703-805-2991 for more information. BOWLING CENTER |
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Tennis Lessons Mondays and Tuesdays / Sept 7-30, 2010 Tennis lessons are back! Instructor is USTA / PTR certified with 5 years experience in teaching youth, Adults, beginner to intermediate/advanced. Group lessons max 8 participants. Private lessons also available upon request. Call for additional information (703) 806-5589 / 5368. • Quickstart Tennis, age 10 & under, Beginner/intermediate Monday and Tues 3:30-4:00 6 sessions Sept 7th-20th, cost $30 • Junior Tennis, ages 11-15, Beginner/intermediate Monday and Tues 4:00 pm-5pm, 6 sessions, Sept 7th-20, cost $50 • Adult Tennis, Ages 16 +, Beginner/intermediate/advanced Monday and Tues 5:00-6:00 6 Sessions, Sept 7th- 20th Cost $50 Tennis Lessons Flyer | SPORTS & FITNESS |
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Sportfishing on the Chesapeake Bay Sat / Sept 4, 2010 / 7am-3pm Departing Belvoir at 5 am & returning at 5 pm. $91 includes transportation from Fort Belvoir Outdoor Recreation (bldg. 778) and 8 hour fishing charter with rods, fishing bait, fishing license, tackle & coolers to keep your catch cold. Limited seats available - sign up today! More info or to sign up, call 703.805.1226. Sportfishing on the Chesapeake Bay Flyer | OUTDOOR RECREATION |
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Love and Logic Parenting Tues / Sept 14, 21, 28 - 2010 / 5-7pm A three night class running Tuesday nights starting on Sept 14th. This program demonstrates to parents how to educate their children with love and logic by teaching them: the 4 steps to responsibility, recognizing who has control, and also designing consequences for unpleasant behaviors. Family Advocacy Program (FAP) | ACS |
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