Hate hitting a paywall when reading the news? With your library card, paywalls are a thing of the past with unlimited access to The Washington Post website! https://bit.ly/4oUcR6u

The Digital Library is always open! Download Libby and access books, and audiobooks from anywhere. https://bit.ly/3rG2LwO

📲 Access the Library anywhere, anytime. Download the DC Public Library app today and keep your books, holds, and digital reads right at your fingertips!

All DC Public Library locations will be closed on Thursday, Dec. 25. From all of us here at DC Public Library, we wish you a safe and happy holiday! https://bit.ly/3H8DY9g

DC Public Library Recognized as 2025 Top Innovator by Urban Libraries Council. https://www.urbanlibraries.org/innovations

Have an upcoming DIY project? Discover what you can do with the Labs brand new Tool Library. https://bit.ly/4lDerXW

Planning your 2026 travels? Start at the library! Check out travel books, get help with your passport and take us with you wherever you go! 🙋🏽‍♀️ ✈️ 💼

DC Public Library will have reduced hours on Wednesday, Dec. 24, and will be closed on Thursday, Dec. 25 ➡️ https://bit.ly/3H8DY9g

Take the changing seasons as your cue to explore a new skill! With LinkedIn Learning, get unlimited access to an online library of over 16,000 high-quality instructional videos taught by industry experts on the latest software tools and skills. https://t.co/Z75ZWqumQU

Looking to learn a new language? Try Mango Languages, an interactive online resource providing audio tutorials to practice reading, listening and speaking in over 70 different languages. 📘 https://bit.ly/3YVzT0e

📚 Meet Ello! The digital reading app that helps kids fall in love with reading! Using speech recognition, Ello listens as kids read out loud, coaches them through mistakes, and cheers them on every step of the way. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4754JJo

🎨❄️ Snowy Scene Painting at Southwest Library! Join us Saturday, Dec. 27 at 4 PM in the Children’s Room to paint a snowman in a snowstorm. For ages 1+ (younger children may need help from a caregiver).

❄️📚 Winter Story Time & Craft at Northeast Library! Join us Saturday, Dec. 27 at 11 AM for a special Family Story Time with winter-themed stories, songs, and a snowman craft. Fun for the whole family—come celebrate the season with us!

Over 277 people joined us for our last Clothing Swap of 2025! Thank you for making it a stylish and fun finale to the year! 🎉

❄️Winter Reading Challenge is here! Ignite your imagination and winter wonder with the Washington Wizards + DC Public Library! 🏀 From Dec. 7 – Feb. 28, kids and teens ages 0–19 can sign up, stay active, earn badges, and celebrate reading all season long. https://bit.ly/46Gdvdm

The Capitol View Library will close at 5:00 p.m. today, December 22, due to a staffing shortage.

🧥❄️ The Shepherd Park Coat Drive! Last day: Dec. 22! Donate new or gently used coats, gloves, socks & winter hats for adults and kids. All items should be clean and in good condition. Drop off at the main desk during open hours.

The Rosedale Library is closed today (12/22) due to a staffing issue. We apologize for the inconvenience.

🖊️ You can now get Notary Public services at the MLK Library. Need help with a Power of Attorney, ID copies, or real estate paperwork? Stop by the 2nd floor on the 2nd and 3rd Saturdays of the month, 10 AM–1PM. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4pEnGcR

DC Public Library will have reduced hours on Wednesday, Dec. 24, and will be closed on Thursday, Dec. 25 ➡️ https://bit.ly/3H8DY9g

In honor of MLK Day and Black History Month, DC Public Library presents Freedom and Resistance—an exhibition inspired by The 1619 Project, created with The New York Times Magazine, Nikole Hannah-Jones, and The Pulitzer Center. https://bit.ly/44xUfkm

Start your child’s reading journey early with Books from Birth—in partnership with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. Sign up and your child will get a FREE, age-appropriate book in the mail every month until age 5! ➡️ Register today: https://bit.ly/492C8CD

❄️ Hello, Winter! ❄️ As the season of shorter days and cozy moments begins, DC Public Library is here to welcome you in—warm spaces, good books, community, and comfort all winter long. Come on in and stay awhile.

POV: Your job includes learning internet dances. 💃 🕺

🎷📖 Live Jazz & Poetry at the Library! Join us for an afternoon of live poetry readings and jazz featuring local DC artists. 🗓 Sunday, Dec. 21 ⏰ 3:00 PM 📍 Mt. Pleasant Library Co-sponsored by the American Poetry Museum and the Mt. Pleasant Library Friends. For ages 13+.

If you’re enjoying the book My Name, My Crown—a heartwarming story about Shante and her journey to discover the beauty and power of her identity—we have some exciting related events coming up! Learn more: https://bit.ly/3JSLKWI

❄️Winter Wonderland Festival in Ward 7! 📅 Saturday, Dec 20 | 🕐 1–4 PM 📍 Francis A. Gregory Library Ice skating, festive music, holiday crafts, warm treats, and family fun — come experience the magic of the season with us! ⛸️🎶🎄

🚨 Heads up: The Passport Acceptance Office at MLK Library will be closed Dec 24–Jan 3. It reopens Tue, Jan 6. Plan accordingly! https://bit.ly/3TXhjUB

If it exists, the children’s librarian has it. If it doesn’t…they still might 😆👏🏾

🎁 "Give this to Kevin" When the holiday cheer is passed around... and lands right at Kevin's desk! Happy Holidays from all of us at the Library! ❤️

🖥️ Need a quiet spot to work or study? Reserve a meeting or study room at DC Public Library today! Spaces also available for private events at MLK Library. https://t.co/LTswZS96yg

The year isn’t over yet—you can still join us for Mahjong game days at the library! 🀄 Check out the upcoming dates and come play with us. https://bit.ly/4pSUjUw

Manifest your goals for 2026 🎨 Create Your Vision Board 📅 Wed, Dec. 31 | 🕛 12 PM 📍 Woodridge Library Start the New Year with intention and creativity. Join us to create a visual collage that reflects your goals, dreams, and vision for the year ahead.

DC Public Library will have reduced hours on Wednesday, Dec. 24, and will be closed on Thursday, Dec. 25 ➡️ https://bit.ly/3H8DY9g

Virtual ESL Conversation Circles 📅 Monday, Dec. 22 ⏰ 6:00–8 PM Join our weekly virtual conversation circles to practice speaking English, improve listening skills, build vocabulary, and gain confidence—all in a fun and comfortable online environment. https://bit.ly/4p3rT8S

💰 Financial Lunchtime 📅 Thursday, Dec. 18 ⏰ 12PM 📍 Bellevue Library A live webinar with the DC Department of Insurance, Securities & Banking This month’s topic: Estate Planning — learn about wills, trusts, and other tools to help prepare your estate before it’s too late.

Not gonna lie—reading these messages makes us so happy… which means we’ll be bothering our amazing staff even more to make more content 😄📚

👕🧥 Holiday Clothing Drive | Stop by to pick up free clothing and household items for the season. 🗓 Thursday, Dec. 18 ⏰ 1–5 PM 📍 Francis A. Gregory Library Please note: This is a distribution-only event. Donations will not be accepted.

🎷📖 Live Jazz & Poetry at the Library! Join us for an afternoon of live poetry readings and jazz featuring local DC artists. 🗓 Sunday, Dec. 21 ⏰ 3:00 PM 📍 Mt. Pleasant Library Co-sponsored by the American Poetry Museum and the Mt. Pleasant Library Friends. For ages 13+.

🧘‍♀️ Stretch & Flex | Fitness & Flexibility for Seniors 📅 Wednesday, Dec. 17 ⏰ 10:30 AM 📍 Palisades Library Join us for a gentle exercise class focused on stretching and flexibility. Sponsored by Around Town DC & Iona Senior Services.

If you’re enjoying the book My Name, My Crown—a heartwarming story about Shante and her journey to discover the beauty and power of her identity—we have some exciting related events coming up! Learn more: https://bit.ly/3JSLKWI

🍬 Gingerbread House Building 📅 Tuesday, Dec. 16 ⏰ 4:00 PM 📍 Parklands–Turner Library Come build a gingerbread house using graham crackers, frosting, and lots of candy! Bring your creativity (and your sweet tooth).

🎬 Your DC Public Library card does more than you think—stream great films, docs, and family favorites for free. Just press play! https://bit.ly/44wrJiV

🖊️ Good news, DC! You can now get Notary Public services at the MLK Library. Need help with a Power of Attorney, ID copies, or real estate paperwork? Stop by the 2nd floor on the 2nd and 3rd Saturdays of the month, 10 AM–1PM. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4pEnGcR

🎤 Kids Holiday Karaoke is coming! Seasonal singing for everyone at West End Library 🎄 📅 Tuesday, Dec. 16 ⏰ 4PM Warm up those vocal cords and sing your favorite holiday tunes! Duets with friends and caregivers encouraged—pick a song and share it with the world, your way. 🎶

It's time to swap your screen for a strategy board! Libraries aren't just about books; they're the perfect place to connect with your neighbors and build community through play. 🎲 Explore All Upcoming Game Events: https://bit.ly/49c3BW5

That's a wrap! Thank you to everyone who joined us for our two fall shows: D.I.Y. in the District and Not Without Us: A Celebration of Disabled Joy We’re especially grateful to all the patrons who came out to experience D.I.Y. in the District before its close.

🧥❄️ The Shepherd Park Coat Drive is on now through Dec. 22! Donate new or gently used coats, gloves, socks & winter hats for adults and kids. All items should be clean and in good condition. Drop off at the main desk during open hours.

❄️Winter Wonderland Festival is coming to Ward 7! 📅 Saturday, Dec 20 | 🕐 1–4 PM 📍 Francis A. Gregory Library Ice skating, festive music, holiday crafts, warm treats, and family fun — come experience the magic of the season with us! ⛸️🎶🎄

Calling all Deanwood neighbors! ❄️ Deanwood Library is hosting the Winter Challenge Kick-Off on Dec 18, 4:30–6:30pm. Stop by to register, collect your prize, and create festive crafts with us!