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You’re Invited: Block Night Redux

Beginning July 11, 2018, we invite you to take part in the newest iteration of Block Night. Block Night is an opportunity for Book Center members and artists to come… Read More»

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The VABC Years: A Photo Essay

Our book arts program made some big decisions in 2018… not the least of which was to change our name as we changed our address. Farewell, VABC… and hello Virginia… Read More»

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Book Arts Membership: Renew Our Center’s Promise

This has been a year of change for the Book Arts program, as we’ve recently moved from the Virginia Arts of the Book Center to the Virginia Center for the Book at… Read More»

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2018 Annual Member’s Project: Bird Talk

The Virginia Center for the Book’s 2018 Annual Members Project Bird Talk “took flight” this past Tuesday, May 15 at 6:00 PM. Members wanting to “join the flock” (receive project updates and/or register… Read More»

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Tracey Livesay selected for 2018 Route One Reads

For the fourth consecutive year, the Virginia Center for the Book will participate in Route One Reads, a roadtrip-inspired reading list that explores various genres through the network of state Center for the Book affiliates located along Route 1…

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COVER STORY: Book Recovery Contest

Calling all book artists! Cover a book and document your work for this juried contest with $400 in cash prizes…

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Slipcase Construction Workshop: Class Postponed

Note: This class has been postponed until a later date – TBD The instructor is working on arranging another date. If interested please contact Jane Freeman Interested in constructing a beautiful slipcase… Read More»

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2017 Raucous Auction: “It’s a Wrap”

Not only did we have a raucous evening of fun, frivolity, good food and drink we raised $10,000 for the VABC. 2017 Raucous Auction Photo Gallery Wednesday, November 15, 2017… Read More»

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