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Wed, Oct 28 · 6:00 PM Ciro Ristorante

Discuss The Marriage Portrait by Maggie O'Farrell. In 1550s Florence, young duchess Lucrezia de' Medici marries the ruler of Ferrara, Modena, and Reggio and fights for her very survival. 6 p.m.: Non-alcoholic drinks and appetizers are provided, and additional food and drinks may be purchased. 7 p.m.: Book discussion You can pick up a book at the Gum Spring Library or request that it be sent to your home branch. Sponsored by the Middleburg Library Advisory Board and the Friends of the Gum Spring Library. Location: Ciro Ristorante , 42015 Village Center Plaza, Suite 155, Aldie Please visit and subscribe to our YouTube Channel - Loudoun County Public Library Online Programs - for more programs.

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