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Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library
110 upcoming events for kids and families at Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library, straight from the calendar we read every week.
Library · Washington · Updated September 16, 2026
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Do you have a song or poem that you wrote or just love to perform? Come out to MLK's Open Mic to share it! Sign up begins at 3:15 at the Information Desk in the New Books area on the first floor to take the stage and show us your talents! ASL interpretation available upon request. Please note that the library only supp…
MONDAY
21
SEPTEMBER
Are you a non-native speaker of English who would like to practice speaking English, improve listening skills, or build your vocabulary? Join us virtually to gain confidence in speaking English while practicing in a fun and comfortable environment. The online sessions are offered by the DC Public Library’s Adult Learni…
Seats are limited to 16 participants and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Please arrive a half-hour early to sign in for a seat at one of the 16 workstations. No entry 20 minutes after class starts. For reasonable accommodation requests, please contact the Center for Accessibility at DCPLaccess@dc.go…
Are you interested in S cience, T echnology, E ngineering, A rt, or M athematics? Come join MLK's Teen STEAM Club! The activity will change monthly. No level of experience is required, just drop by to participate. STEAM Club will be exploring different machines on MLK's Fab-in-a-Box unit including the 3D printer, laser…
This early childhood play program provides children with and without intellectual disabilities the same opportunities to advance in core developmental milestones through fun activities. Through play, children develop important skills for learning, like sharing, taking turns, and following directions. Registration is we…
If you need to earn the IC3-GS6 Level Two Certification, the DC Public Library is pleased to offer Certiport’s Exams from Home Service. This remote testing solution allows you to take the IC3-GS6 Level Two Certification Exam from the convenience of your home or office computer, and it is FREE to you. IC3-GS6 Level 2 re…
From an award-winning storyteller comes The Five Wounds , a stunning debut novel following a New Mexican family's extraordinary year of love and sacrifice. It's Holy Week in the small town of Las Penas, New Mexico, and thirty-three-year-old unemployed Amadeo Padilla has been given the part of Jesus in the Good Friday p…
TUESDAY
22
SEPTEMBER
In this 2-hour workshop, you will be introduced to how to use video conferencing platforms such as Zoom. Attendees will explore basic features for attending and hosting meetings. A primary objective of the workshop is for you to increase confidence to engage in online meetings. In this workshop you will learn how to: I…
Designed especially for children ages 18-36 months and their grown-ups to enjoy together, these 20-30 minute interactive programs are full of books, songs, and fun activities that promote language and motor skill development. If you would like to visit with a school, childcare, or camp group, please call ahead to make…
Seats are limited to 12 participants and will be filled on a first-come, first-served walk-in basis. Please arrive a half-hour early to sign in for a seat at one of the 12 workstations. No entry 20 minutes after class starts. For reasonable accommodation requests, please contact the Center for Accessibility at DCPLacce…
TEEN TRIVIA!!! There will be three rounds of trivia. The categories will change weekly. Play in teams of 4 or as an individual. The winner gets a prize!!! Join us in the Alma Thomas Teen Space on Tuesdays 4:00-5:00pm! Please email margaret.styers@dc.gov with any questions or thoughts about Teen Trivia! Hope to see you…
Tuesday Night Movies is SO BACK! After a brief hiatus, Tuesday Night Movies returns with the rest of our September line up. Please join us again for our Big-Screen favorites! And don't worry- Project Hail Mary and Good Fortune will be rescheduled for later this year! . Tuesday, September 15th- Crime 101 (2026) R | 2h 2…
***During Summer 2026, Mahjong will be played outside on the MLK Loggia when the weather is appropriate. If weather is inclement, the game will be moved indoors to the Co-Working Space on the First Floor!*** First time player's are required to register for a lesson. Note that due to volume, some players will be active…
Eritrean and Ethiopian immigrants have created vibrant communities that have left their mark on Washington, D.C. and the nation through their historical experiences and distinct cultural traditions. In a panel discussion moderated by diaspora thought leader Semhar Araia, visual artists Tsedaye Makonnen and Redeat Wonde…
WEDNESDAY
23
SEPTEMBER
DSLBD offers one-on-one meeting time for DC-based entrepreneurs and businesses to learn more about our programs, connect with additional services in the District, and develop a for-profit business. Please see the assistance descriptions below for one-on-one meetings with a DSLBD team member and use the scheduling link…
Friendship Bench DC offers support, connection and non-judgemental listening with a trained Grandparent. Friendship Bench, DC's Grandparents have been trained to listen without judgement and to support people struggling with difficult thoughts and feelings. They know life can be tough and are here to help you feel less…
Are you a non-native speaker of English who would like to practice speaking English, improve listening skills, or build your vocabulary? Join us virtually to gain confidence in speaking English while practicing in a fun and comfortable environment. The online sessions are offered by the DC Public Library’s Adult Learni…
The computer is used to create documents, like résumés, and to conduct online job searches. Seats are limited to 16 participants and will be filled on a first-come, first-served walk-in basis. Please arrive a half-hour early to sign in for a seat at one of the 16 workstations. No entry 20 minutes after class starts. Fo…
Seats are limited to 16 participants and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Please arrive a half-hour early to sign in for a seat at one of the 16 workstations. For reasonable accommodation requests, please contact the Center for Accessibility at DCPLaccess@dc.gov or 202-727-2142. Instructor: P. Bond M…
If you need to get Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certified on the Office 365 PowerPoint 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 PowerPoint Associate MOS Certification Exam from the convenience of y…
District Vibes / American Pride: How D.C. Changed American Culture tells the story of D.C. through striking images, artifacts, compelling history, and dynamic programming. Washington, D.C. is more than a federal city—it’s a mosaic of neighborhoods and communities that have nurtured creativity, learning, music, cuisine,…
The Punk Archive will be hosting a DIY night in the People's Archive. Bring your creative, punk spirit! We'll be making buttons, zines, and screen printing with Nando Álvarez! After you make your way through all DIY activities in room 401C, come into The People's Archive. At 7pm enjoy a lightning talk by Thomas Venker,…
Have you visited the District Vibes exhibit honoring the contributions of Washingtonians to American History? Did you know that a few of the Washingtonians in the exhibit have been featured on postage stamps? What Washingtonian would you honor on a postage stamp? Take a tour of the exhibit at MLK LIbrary, and then join…
THURSDAY
24
SEPTEMBER
Designed especially for children ages 18-36 months and their grown-ups to enjoy together, these 20-30 minute interactive programs are full of books, songs, and fun activities that promote language and motor skill development. If you would like to visit with a school, childcare, or camp group, please call ahead to make…
A story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers. These 15-to-25-minute story times introduce books, songs, rhymes, tickles and bounces developmentally appropriate for children from birth to when they start walking. Baby Lap Time is a wonderful way to introduce your child to the joys of readi…
The clinic will be held in Computer Lab on the 2nd Floor of the newly renovated Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library. Seats are limited to 8 participants at a time for spacing and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. No entry 20 minutes after class starts. For reasonable accommodation requests, please…
At Drop-in Origami, anyone can experience the joy of origami - the Japanese art of paper folding! Each event will be hosted in the Digital Commons area by staff members that will help you fold beginner-friendly patterns. Origami paper and instruction sheets will be provided.
Have a knitting or crocheting project you'd like to share? Want company while you work up your next skein of yarn? Curious about knitting or crocheting but don't know where to start? Join us at Marianne's Cafe at MLK for our crafting circle. Come to knit, crochet, chat it up, learn a new skill or all of the above. Chec…
If you need to get Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certified on the 2019 Outlook 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 2019 Outlook Associate MOS Certification Exam from the convenience of your home or office…
Creatives Club is a meetup for all types of creatives! Join us in the Labs for a two-hour social where you can meet like-minded people and work on your own projects in a large, well-lit space. Meetups are open to all and happen every Thursday from 6-8pm . Be sure to bring your own project, any medium, to work on during…
FRIDAY
25
SEPTEMBER
In the Alma Thomas Teen Space, teens aged 13-19 years old can play video games! Games will vary each week.
SATURDAY
26
SEPTEMBER
Seats are limited to 16 participants and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Please arrive a half-hour early to sign in for a seat at one of the 16 workstations. No entry 20 minutes after class starts. For reasonable accommodation requests, please contact the Center for Accessibility at DCPLaccess@dc.go…
If you need to get Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certified on the Office 365 Excel Expert 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 Expert MOS Certification Exam from the convenience of your home or offi…
These 25-30 minute story times are designed to be enjoyed by all ages. Promoting early literacy skills through books, songs, rhymes, and movement, Family Story Time is a great way to further your child’s lifelong love of reading and learning. The whole family is encouraged to participate! If you would like to visit wit…
Join the DC Public Library in partnership with the Washington Improv Theater (WIT) for a free, introductory, high-fun, low-stress workshop designed to share the ideas and spirit of Improv! This is a free in-person workshop that will last approximately 90 minutes.
District Vibes / American Pride: How D.C. Changed American Culture tells the story of D.C. through striking images, artifacts, compelling history, and dynamic programming. Washington, D.C. is more than a federal city—it’s a mosaic of neighborhoods and communities that have nurtured creativity, learning, music, cuisine,…
In this 2-hour workshop, you will be introduced to how to host video conferencing meetings on platforms such as Zoom. Attendees will explore basic features for hosting meetings. A primary objective of the workshop is for you to increase confidence to engage in online meetings. In this workshop you will learn how to: Id…
We’re kicking things off with a screening of Spike Lee’s 1988 musical‑comedy School Daze, a classic that explores campus life, identity, and culture, and famously features a performance of Da Butt by E.U. After the film, E.U. takes the stage for a live concert that brings the rhythm, the nostalgia, and the unmistakable…
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