Christine has worked in Iraq since 2008. For a decade she helped build the American University of Iraq, Sulaimani (AUIS), teaching and setting up its Career Services, policy institute, Entrepreneurship initiative, and advancement office. In her work as director of the policy institute, she conducted research around key areas in Iraq and published widely on local politics and society. In 2018 she left to found Baghdad Business School (BBS), a ... Read More

In this presentation, speaker Natali Walker will highlight the tools and techniques used in invasive plant management and share where to find valuable resources for managing invasive species on your property.  She will also introduce Blue Ridge Prism, and describe how they support land stewards in reversing the spread of invasive plants. The lecture will last approximately 50 minutes with 10 to 15 minutes for audience questions. Please register: in-person, ... Read More

Beyond the Brush: We'll experiment with fluid acrylic techniques, like string pull. All materials provided. Dress for a mess. Registration Required: Rapplibrary@gmail.com, (540) 675-3780, or in-person. CREATE - LEARN - CONNECT

Guidance in material selection, brush strokes, color blending, layering, and washes REGISTRATION REQUIRED Register in-person, email rapplibrary@gmail.com, or call (540) 675-3780