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The Labs at DC Public Library
Wednesday, Sept. 19, 2018
Baby Lap Time
Tenley-Friendship Library
10 a.m.
A story time experience for our youngest library users, non-walking children ages birth to 1 year, and their caregivers. This 20-to-30-minute story time introduces books, songs, rhymes, tickles and bounces developmentally appropriate for their age. This story time is designed so the baby will be in their caregiver’s lap and the grownup is actively involved in the program.
Tickets are required to attend this program. They are available at the Children’s Desk 30 minutes before the start of the story time on a first-come, first-served basis.
Baby/Toddler Story Time
Northwest One Library
10 a.m.
These 20-30 minute story times are full of books, songs, rhymes and fingerplays for children birth to two years old. Our Baby and Toddler Story Time is a great way to introduce your child to language skills in a positive and fun environment. With slightly more activity and movement than our lap times, children and their caregivers are encouraged to engage with the books and songs and to actively participate in the program.
Music and Movement (Registration Required)
Northeast Library
10 a.m.
Advance registration is required for this story time. Please see below for more information.
Hey, Music and Movement fans. Thanks for your loyal support. To show our appreciation and gratitude, we are offering not one but two Music and Movement programs at 10 and 11:30 a.m. So, little dudes and dudettes, take out your boogie-woogie-oogie shoes and come join us for a stomping good time.
Toddler Explorations
Cleveland Park Library
10 a.m.
This is in an interactive program for children and caregivers that uses play and exploration to develop pre-literacy skills. This program will rotate through play, art, dance and sensory. Art builds fine motor skills and expression. Dance develops gross motor skills and children practice their listening skills. Play is how children process literacy skills they have learned. Sensory story times are
Baby and Toddler Story Time
Mt. Pleasant Library
10 a.m.
These 20-to-30-minute story times are full of books, songs, rhymes and finger plays for children birth to 2 years old. Our Baby and Toddler Story Time is a great way to introduce your child to language skills in a positive and fun environment. With slightly more activity and movement than our lap times, children and their grownups are encouraged engage with the books and songs and to actively participate in the program.
Story Times are ticketed and first-come, first-served. For groups of more than six please call 202-671-3125 to schedule a visit.
Preschool Story Time
Shaw (Watha T. Daniel) Library
10 a.m.
Share the fun of reading with your children ages 3-5 years. Children and their caregivers will explore stories and activities to encourage children to develop a lifelong love of reading and learning. These 30-to-40-minute programs are designed to promote language and listening skills, expand children’s imaginations and arouse their curiosity about the world around them.
Class groups and daycares are welcome at these sessions. No children under 2 years of age are permitted unless attending with a sibling or class group.
Baby and Toddler Story Time
Rosedale Library
10 a.m.
These 20-to-30-minute story times are full of books, songs, rhymes and finger plays for children birth to 2 years old. Our Baby and Toddler Story Time is a great way to introduce your child to language skills in a positive and fun environment. With slightly more activity and movement than our lap times, children and their grownups are encouraged to engage with the books and songs and to actively participate in the program.
Memory Lab Drop-In
Northeast Library
10 a.m.
Do you have home movies lying around or old photos you’d like to scan? The Memory Lab is just the place for you. This orientation session will help you prepare for a three-hour Memory Lab appointment. Learn how to use lab equipment to digitize video and audio recordings, as well as how to scan photographs, slides and documents. Sign up for the orientation.
Toddler Explorations
Cleveland Park Library
10 a.m.
This is in an interactive program for children and caregivers that uses play and exploration to develop pre-literacy skills. This program will rotate through play, art, dance and sensory. Art builds fine motor skills and expression. Dance develops gross motor skills and children practice their listening skills. Play is how children process literacy skills they have learned. Sensory story times are
English Conversation Group
Georgetown Library
10 a.m.
The Washington English Center (WEC) in partnership with the DC Public Library, Georgetown branch, offers free English Conversation Classes to adults by qualified and trained volunteer teachers from WEC.
JAWS Classes
Center for Accessibility
10 a.m.
JAWS classes happen every Wednesday from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Library Express, 1990 K Street NW (Entrance on 20th Street).
JAWS is a screen reading software that uses a synthesized voice to give non-visual access to computers. If you are blind or have low vision and would like to learn to use a computer by using only a screen reader, JAWS class might be right for you.
Call 202-727-2142 to register for a 10 week curriculum in JAWS training: beginning, intermediate and advanced levels. Space is limited.
English Conversation Circle
Shaw (Watha T. Daniel) Library
10 a.m.
A drop-in group for adult speakers of other languages to improve their oral skills in American English and gain more confidence in speaking. Participants should have at least a working knowledge of English.
Preschool Story Time
Woodridge Library
10:15 a.m.
Share the fun of reading with your children, ages 3-5 years. Children and their grownups will explore stories and activities to encourage children to develop a lifelong love of reading and learning. These 30-to-40-minute programs are designed to promote language and listening skills, expand children’s imaginations and arouse their curiosity about the world around them.
Preschool Story Time
Lamond-Riggs Library
10:30 a.m.
Share the fun of reading with your children ages 3-5 years. Children and their grownups will explore stories and activities to encourage children to develop a lifelong love of reading and learning. These 30-to-40-minute programs are designed to promote language and listening skills, expand children’s imaginations and arouse their curiosity about the world around them.
Preschool Story Time
Francis A. Gregory Library
10:30 a.m.
Share the fun of reading with your children ages 3-5 years! Children and their grownups will explore stories and activities to encourage children to develop a lifelong love of reading and learning. These 30-40 minute programs are designed to promote language and listening skills, expand children’s imaginations and arouse their curiosity about the world around them.
Baby and Toddler Time
Georgetown Library
10:30 a.m.
These 20-to-30-minute story times are full of books, songs, rhymes and finger plays for children birth to 2 years old. Our Baby and Toddler Story Time is a great way to introduce your child to language skills in a positive and fun environment. With slightly more activity and movement than our lap times, children and their grownups are encouraged to engage with the books and songs and to actively participate in the program.
Preschool Story Time
Bellevue (William O. Lockridge) Library
10:30 a.m.
Share the fun of reading with your children ages 3-5 years. Children and their caregivers, will explore stories and activities to encourage children to develop a lifelong love of reading and learning. These 30-40 minute programs are designed to promote language and listening skills, expand children’s imaginations and arouse their curiosity about the world around them. Class groups are welcome. Please no children under 2 years of age unless attending with a sibling or class group.
Preschool Story TIme
Southwest Library
10:30 a.m.
Share the fun of reading with your children ages 3-5 years! Children and their grownups will explore stories and activities to encourage children to develop a lifelong love of reading and learning. These 30-to-40-minute programs are designed to promote language and listening skills, expand children’s imaginations and arouse their curiosity about the world around them.
If you require elevator assistance to reach the second floor, please call ahead.
Questions? Call 202-724-4691.
Baby and Toddler Story Time
Shepherd Park (Juanita E. Thornton) Library
10:30 a.m.
These 20-to-30-minute story times are full of books, songs, rhymes and finger plays for children birth to 2 years old. Our Baby and Toddler Story Time is a great way to introduce your child to language skills in a positive and fun environment. With slightly more activity and movement than our lap times, children and their caregivers are encouraged to engage with the books and songs and to actively participate in the program.
Preschool Story Time
Anacostia Library
10:30 a.m.
Share the fun of reading with your children ages 3-5 years. Children and their caregivers, will explore stories and activities to encourage children to develop a lifelong love of reading and learning. These 30-to-40-minute programs are designed to promote language and listening skills, expand children’s imaginations and arouse their curiosity about the world around them. Class groups and daycares are welcome at these sessions. Please no children under 2 years of age unless attending with a sibling or class group.
Toddler Story Time
Palisades Library
10:30 a.m.
These 20-to-30-minute programs are full of books, songs and fun activities designed to help develop your child’s language skills and a love for books. It is a great time for very young children to socialize with others and be prepared to start school. Children ages 18-36 months are encouraged to engage with the stories and activities, and their grownups are encouraged to participate in the program along with the children.
Baby and Toddler Story Time
Capitol View Library
10:30 a.m.
These 20-to-30-minute story times are full of books, songs, rhymes and finger plays for children birth to 2 years old. Our Baby and Toddler Story Time is a great way to introduce your child to language skills in a positive and fun environment. With slightly more activity and movement than our lap times, children and their grownups are encouraged to engage with the books and songs and to actively participate in the program.
Preschool Story Time
Deanwood Library
10:30 a.m.
Share the fun of reading with your little ones. Children and their caregivers will explore stories and activities to encourage children to develop a lifelong love of reading and learning. This 30-to-40-minute program is designed to promote language and listening skills, expand children’s imaginations and arouse their curiosity about the world around them.
Recommended for children ages 3 to 5.
Preschool Story Time
Benning (Dorothy I. Height) Library
10:30 a.m.
Share the fun of reading with your children ages 3-5 years! Children and their grownups will explore stories and activities to encourage children to develop a lifelong love of reading and learning. These 30-40 minute programs are designed to promote language and listening skills, expand children's imaginations and arouse their curiosity about the world around them.
All programs are free and open to the public.
Preschool Story Time
Shaw (Watha T. Daniel) Library
10:30 a.m.
Share the fun of reading with your children ages 3-5 years. Children and their caregivers will explore stories and activities to encourage children to develop a lifelong love of reading and learning. These 30-to-40-minute programs are designed to promote language and listening skills, expand children’s imaginations and arouse their curiosity about the world around them.
Class groups and daycares are welcome at these sessions. No children under 2 years of age are permitted unless attending with a sibling or class group.
Toddler Explorations
Cleveland Park Library
11 a.m.
This is an interactive program for children and caregivers that uses play and exploration to develop pre-literacy skills. This program will rotate through play, art, dance and sensory. Art builds fine motor skills and expression. Dance develops gross motor skills and children practice their listening skills. Play is how children process literacy skills they have learned. Sensory story times are
Toddler Story Time
Tenley-Friendship Library
11 a.m.
Get up and get moving at our Toddler Story Time. This 20-to-30-minute program is full of books, songs and fun activities that are designed to help develop your child’s language skills. Children ages 12-36 months and their caregivers are encouraged to engage with the stories and activities and participate in the program along with the children.
Tickets are required to attend this program. They are available at the Children’s Desk an hour before the start of the story time on a first-come, first-served basis.
Preschool Story Time
Northwest One Library
11 a.m.
Share the fun of reading with your children ages 3-5 years. Children and their caregivers will explore stories and activities to encourage children to develop a lifelong love of reading and learning. This 30-40 minute program is designed to promote language and listening skills, expand children's imaginations and arouse their curiosity about the world around them.
Baby and Toddler Time
Georgetown Library
11 a.m.
These 20-to-30-minute story times are full of books, songs, rhymes and finger plays for children birth to 2 years old. Our Baby and Toddler Story Time is a great way to introduce your child to language skills in a positive and fun environment. With slightly more activity and movement than our lap times, children and their grownups are encouraged to engage with the books and songs and to actively participate in the program.
Baby and Toddler Story Time
Mt. Pleasant Library
11 a.m.
These 20-to-30-minute story times are full of books, songs, rhymes and finger plays for children birth to 2 years old. Our Baby and Toddler Story Time is a great way to introduce your child to language skills in a positive and fun environment. With slightly more activity and movement than our lap times, children and their grownups are encouraged engage with the books and songs and to actively participate in the program.
Story Times are ticketed and first-come, first-served. For groups of more than six, please call 202-671-3125 to schedule a visit.
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