Kick off Library Card Sign-Up Month with DC Public Library’s Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library and discover the many things this central library can do for you! Come play yard games under the loggia, make cool art, watch a movie, enjoy some snacks, get or renew your library card, and learn about what you can do at the library after you've checked out a new book.
Explore the history and art of the Martin Luther King, Jr Memorial with a ranger.
Explore the history and art of the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial with a ranger.
Fee-Fi-Fo-Fum! Join young Jack as he climbs an enormous beanstalk to a castle in the sky. Discover a hen that lays golden eggs, a gilded harp that sings by itself, and a giant with a hearty appetite. Don’t miss this classic English folktale, brought to life with beautifully hand-crafted puppets and sets, along with hea…
Make learning Spanish an exciting 8-week adventure for your child! Brought to you by Go Spanish Now, our fully immersive program is designed to spark joy in learning, build confidence, and help children start speaking Spanish naturally. Through engaging games, music, and interactive activities led by experienced native…
Dance, play, & sing - join a dance party in the Children's Room!
Did you know that language and music skills develop in the same part of your child’s brain? Join us in this gently guided musical play time to introduce your child to rhythm and melody and build their social skills. Age-appropriate musical instruments will be provided: hand drums, tambourines, shakers, and rhythm stick…
The REACH. Moonshot Studio at the REACH celebrates creativity and the artist in everyone through hands-on art-making. The recommended age is 5 years old and above. Stop by anytime from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on (most) Saturdays & Sundays to explore our projects.
This class is designed for movers ages 3-4 who enjoy dancing. It focuses on creativity, coordination, musicality, and confidence in a fun and nurturing environment. This class introduces foundational dance skills that will transfer well in any dance class. TUITION & FEES: $420 for the full fall term. $360 for classes a…
If you need to get Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certified on the Office 365 Excel Associate level, the DC Public Library is pleased to offer Certiport’s Exams from Home Service. This remote testing solution allows you to take the Office 365 Excel Associate MOS Certification Exam from the convenience of your home o…
DC Public Library partners with DC Department of Correction in their Video Visitation program. Family and friends of DC Jail inmates have the opportunity to access video-visitation station at Anacostia Neighborhood Library to make live connections with DC Jail inmates. Thursdays from 2-4 pm and Fridays 2-4 pm For more…
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These 20-30 minute story times are specially designed for infants from birth until they begin walking, along with their grown-ups! Participants are introduced to developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, tickles, and bounces in a positive and fun atmosphere. Because Baby Lap Time emphasizes lots of interaction…
Coffee & Conversation is held every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month. Join us during 1-2pm in the mezzanine meeting room above the main floor for coffee, tea, snacks, and casual conversation.
