Anacostia
Neighborhood Library

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Readers are Leaders

Is it Science or Magic?

Recommendations Inspired by Joe Romano's Fizz Boom Read Magic Show

Magician Joe Romano came to the library on Monday, June 30th and did an awesome magic show for us. I had such a great time that it made me want to learn more about how to do my own magic tricks, and the science behind some of them! Luckily, the library has lots of materials to help me on my journey to become a magician.

Catching Fire, Sparks a Reaction

Teens Get Ready for the 2014 Summer Reading Program at Anacostia

5th Annual Tour de DCPL

Approximately 40 bicyclists participated in the 5th Annual Tour de DCPL, Saturday, May 17. The free, community bike ride highlights DC Public Libraries by riding between locations throughout the city.

June 15th is Father's Day!

Picture Book Recommendations

Father's Day is June 15 this year, and the library has lots of books that families can read together to celebrate this special day and the important relationships between fathers and their children.

Martha Speaks: Book Buddies

Peer Reading Program

Join us as we kick off the Martha Speaks Reading Buddies Program.  This initiative is a collaboration with Howard University's WHUT TV and the Girl Scout's of America.

HOPE Theater

Helping Our People Engage

The Anacostia Neighborhood Library invites you to HOPE Theater.  Helping Our People Engage (HOPE) Theater will take place every Friday.  Starting Friday, May 30 at 11:30 a.m. We will showcase old movie classics as well as new blockbuster hits.

Get Caught Reading

The Anacostia Neighborhood Library Presents H.O.P.E. Theater

Helping Our People Engage through Cinema

In the spirit of revitalizing the historic cinema theaters of Anacostia, such as the Carver Theater, the Anacostia Theater, the Naylor Theater, and the Congress Heights Theater, the Anacostia Neighborhood Library proudly presents, H.O.P.E. Theater,Helping Our People Engage.  Come enjoy select weekly movie matinees on Friday morning at 11 a.m.  Afterwards, feel free to share your thoughts about the movie with other moviegoers and community members.  We are building hope one movie at a time.

Job Readiness Training

The Anacostia Neighborhood Library is proud to offer job readiness training by Mr. James Kendlin. The training will assist with all facets of workforce development, including resume assistance, interview skills, and general job readiness help. Mr. Kendlin has a great deal of experience in this field, and his knowledge and passion for assisting individuals in their job search is evident in the quality of his work. 

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