Published on Saturday, September 18, 2010
The DC Public Library will be celebrating Teen Read Week, October 17-23. We would like to invite all teens ages 13 and up to visit your local library
to enjoy books, recorded books, DVDs, the hottest young adult magazines and playaways.
Each teen will design a book cover of their favorite book from the American Library Association's (ALA) Teen Choice Award list.
Participating teens will enjoy seeing their poster-size artwork displayed in the picture window at Woodridge Library November 1 to 7.
We will celebrate the winners and participants with a Poster Pizza Party on Wednesday October 27 at 6 p.m.
Published on Friday, September 10, 2010
The Woodridge Neighborhood Library presents a workshop series for library media specialists, librarians, teachers and parents.
Monday, September 27, 5 p.m.
How to Use and Integrate Library Databases into Your Curriculum:
Designed to help teachers, school media specialists and librarians gain
a better understanding of library databases. These trainings are live
and interactive.
You may ask questions, and we have the ability to allow hands-on practice as well.
Published on Monday, August 30, 2010
Hey kids and tweens! We know you want to improve your study habits, take better notes, learn how to prioritize your assignments and write great reports for school. Have we've got resources for you!
Check out the titles below and other titles at your local branch. If the lbrary in your neighborhood doesn't have a copy, the librarian will gladly place the book on hold for you for you to pick up at your local library. Here's to a great school year.You can do it!
Check out the following titles:
"Father in My Life" Contest
Published on Friday, July 16, 2010
The Woodridge Library celebrated fathers by sponsoring an essay contest for young people ages 10 to 16. Youth were invited to write a one-page essay entitled “The Father in My Life.” Contestants wrote about the role and importance of their father or father-figure in their life.
Third Annual Father's Day Essay Contest
Published on Monday, May 17, 2010
The Woodridge Library is celebrating fathers by sponsoring
an essay contest for young people ages 10-16.
Youth are invited to write a one-page essay entitled "The Father in My
Life." Contestants may write about the role and importance of their
father or a father-figure in their lives.
The contest is open
from May 1 to 31, 2010. Winning entries will be chosen by a panel of
judges.
All entries should include a cover page with your name,
address, phone number and age.
Entries will become the property of
the DC Public Library. A first, second and third prize winner will be
chosen.
Miss Maryland Teens Visit the Library
Published on Thursday, April 15, 2010
International Miss Teen Maryland and International Miss Jr Teen Maryland visited Woodridge Library.
The teens are avid readers and stressed the importance of reading.
Right to left: Joanna Chery, Janette Graham and Destiny M. Welch.
Haiti Support Oratory Contest
Published on Thursday, April 15, 2010
IT'S TIME (Inspriring Thoughful Students by Taking Initiative to Motivate Students) held its oratorical contest at the Woodridge Neighborhood Library.
Six students spoke out about the devastating earthquake in Haiti. The middle school students implored the attendees to support Haiti and the worldwide efforts to help Haiti. The students spoke with conviction and sincerity. Their delivery was impressive.The audience was spellbound by their competence and the heir unique styles of their presentations.
Seniors Who Live in Wards 5 and 7 May Participate
Published on Wednesday, April 7, 2010
NOTE: You must be a DC resident and live in Ward 5 or 7 to qualify for this program. Morning and afternoon classes will be held at:
Woodridge Neighborhood Library -- 1801 Hamlin St. N.E.
Francis Gregory Neighborhood Library--3660 Alabama Ave. S.E.
Schedule
Woodridge Neighborhood Library
PC for Beginners 1: MWF Classes
March 29-April 16: 1-2:45 p.m. or 3-4:45 p.m.
May 10-28: 1-2:45 p.m. or 3-4:45 p.m.
PC for Beginners 1: Tues/Thurs Classes:
April 13-May 13: 1-2:45 p.m. or 3-4:45 p.m.
PC for Beginners 2: MWF Classes:
April 19-May 7: 1:00-2:45 p.m. or 3-4:45 p.m.
June 2-21: 1-2:45 p.m. or 3-4:45 p.m.
PC for Beginners 2: Tues/Thurs Classes:
April 13-May 13: 10:15 a.m.-noon
May 19-June 15: 10:15-noon, 1-2:45 p.m. or 3:00-4:45 p.m.
A Movie and Yoga
Published on Sunday, March 14, 2010
"WOW" Wednesday! Teen Movie Night
TWILIGHT - the Movie
Wed. March 17, 2010, 5 p.m.
Come view and discuss the movie, Twilight, based on the novel by Stephanie Meyers. Twilight is an action-packed, modern-day love story between a teen girl and a vampire.
Ages 13-18. Rated PG-13.
WOW Saturday! Yoga
Saturday, March 20, 2010, 12:30 p.m.
Shirley Hayden's "The Women of Nelson"
Published on Sunday, March 14, 2010
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ted and local author Shirley Hayden will read from her noted book The Women of Nelson. Wednesday, March 17, 2010 at 6 p.m.
The Women of Nelson is an easy to read,highly engaging and informative novel,which highlights the role of the Union Army played in the treatment of the women and children of the US Colored Troops housed at Camp Nelson during the Civil War.
