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Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2020
#brownbagdc Book Chat
Book Clubs
12 p.m.
This Twitter book club meets every Wednesday at lunchtime to compare notes with library staffers and customers on what you're currently reading. Love it or hate it, we want to know.
The meetings are held from noon until 1 p.m on Twitter @dcpl using the hashtag #brownbagdc. The #brownbagdc chat is run by multiple library staff members.
Wednesday Yoga
Library Takeout
12 p.m.
Take a midday break to breathe, stretch and reset with 30 minutes of gentle yoga from our friends at Yoga District. Join the live virtual class Wednesdays at noon on the DC Public Library Facebook page. A range of options will be provided for participants of all fitness levels
Family Learning at the Library - Celebrate Native American Heritage Month
Library Takeout
4 p.m.
Family Learning at the Library - Thanksgiving Week!
Celebrate Native American Heritage Month
ESL Conversation Circles
Library Takeout
6 p.m.
Are you a non-native speaker of English who would like to practice your English language skills or build vocabulary? If yes, join us virtually on Mondays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. or at 6 p.m. for the Library's ESL Conversation Circles. The 2-hour sessions are for non-native speakers of English ages 18 and older with low intermediate or higher English language skills. Contact libraryexpress@dc.gov for the link.
Thursday, Nov. 26, 2020
Ask a Librarian
Library Takeout
12 p.m.
Wondering what to read next? Looking for recommendations on a particular genre? Ask a Librarian during our live Twitter chat on Thursdays at noon. Be sure to follow @dcpl and join the conversation using the hashtag #AskaLibrarian.
Family Learning at the Library - Celebrate Native American Heritage Month
Library Takeout
4 p.m.
Family Learning at the Library - Thanksgiving Week!
Celebrate Native American Heritage Month
Friday, Nov. 27, 2020
Virtual Story Time
Library Takeout
10:30 a.m.
Grab your shakers, bells or anything that makes a fun noise and join the Library on Facebook Live for Virtual Story Time at facebook.com/dclibrary. Follow the Library's Facebook page to receive Notifications when Facebook Live programs start.
Recommended for children birth to 5.
Family Learning at the Library - Celebrate Native American Heritage Month
Library Takeout
4 p.m.
Family Learning at the Library - Thanksgiving Week!
Celebrate Native American Heritage Month
Saturday, Nov. 28, 2020
ESL Conversation Circles
Tenley-Friendship Library
10 a.m.
Practice your English language skills as we discuss international affairs and comparative cultures in this high-intermediate-to-advanced level English as a second language conversation group. Join us virtually on Saturdays at 10 a.m. for the Tenley-Friendship Branch ESL Conversation Circle. The hour-and-a-half sessions are for non-native speakers of English ages 18 and older.
Monday, Nov. 30, 2020
Virtual Story Time
Library Takeout
10:30 a.m.
Grab your shakers, bells or anything that makes a fun noise and join the Library on Facebook Live for Virtual Story Time at facebook.com/dclibrary. Follow the Library's Facebook page to receive Notifications when Facebook Live programs start.
Recommended for children birth to 5.
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American Sign Language: Intermediate Level
Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library - Central Library
12 p.m.
Join us for our ever-popular series of American Sign Language (ASL) classes on Mondays from 12 - 1 p.m.
Teen Talks - DC Reads 2020
Library Takeout
4 p.m.
Join us for three weekly discussions of Mira Jacob's graphic memoir Good Talk: A Memoir in Conversations. Lead by members of the Library's Teen Council, each week will focus on a different theme in the book. Read the book and come share your thoughts with other teens.
Online Learning: Preparing for the GED Exam
Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library - Central Library
6 p.m.
Ready to get your GED? The Adult Learning Department is offering virtual tutoring for adult learners (18+) who are interested in obtaining their high school diploma by study for the GED exam.
How to sign-up?
Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2020
Online Learning: Preparing the GED Exam
Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library - Central Library
10 a.m.
Ready to get your GED? The Adult Learning Department is offering virtual tutoring for adult learners (18+) who are interested in obtaining their high school diploma by study for the GED exam.
How to sign-up?
Virtual Story Time
Library Takeout
10:30 a.m.
Grab your shakers, bells or anything that makes a fun noise and join the Library on Facebook Live for Virtual Story Time at facebook.com/dclibrary. Follow the Library's Facebook page to receive Notifications when Facebook Live programs start.
Recommended for children birth to 5.
DC Public Library Podcast: New Episode!
Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library - Central Library
2 p.m.
Hear author talks, interviews, special presentations, stories about the happenings in the library, the Labs, and Washington, D.C. and much more!
Tune into DC Public Library Podcast and subscribe.
This show is recorded from the Labs Recording Studio at the historic, modernized, Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library in downtown Washington, DC.
Hand Sewing 101
Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library - Central Library
5 p.m.
Need a new hobby? Want to learn a useful new skill? Join Molly and Allie at the Labs to learn how to hand sew! In this hour-long class, we will explore some basic stitches to add to your repertoire. If you would like to follow along, you will need a sewing needle, some thread, a piece of fabric and scissors.
Space is limited, please register at bit.ly/labsclasses to reserve a seat.* This event will be held virtually. You will receive joining instructions two (2) hours before the event is scheduled to begin.
Jane Austen Book and Movie Club
Southeast Library
7 p.m.
Reigning for over two hundred years, Jane Austen is one of the most beloved novelists of the English language. In this book club, which began as the Pride and Prejudice Book Club at the end of 2018, we will read novels and watch movies related to her work. We meet virtually on the first Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. All are welcome.
If you would like to participate in this book club, or need to place a hold on a book, please email janna.tanner@dc.gov.
Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2020
Virtual Story Time
Library Takeout
10:30 a.m.
Grab your shakers, bells or anything that makes a fun noise and join the Library on Facebook Live for Virtual Story Time at facebook.com/dclibrary. Follow the Library's Facebook page to receive Notifications when Facebook Live programs start.
Recommended for children birth to 5.
#brownbagdc Book Chat
Book Clubs
12 p.m.
This Twitter book club meets every Wednesday at lunchtime to compare notes with library staffers and customers on what you're currently reading. Love it or hate it, we want to know.
The meetings are held from noon until 1 p.m on Twitter @dcpl using the hashtag #brownbagdc. The #brownbagdc chat is run by multiple library staff members.
Wednesday Yoga
Library Takeout
12 p.m.
Take a midday break to breathe, stretch and reset with 30 minutes of gentle yoga from our friends at Yoga District. Join the live virtual class Wednesdays at noon on the DC Public Library Facebook page. A range of options will be provided for participants of all fitness levels
Adapting to 2020 - A Writer's Panel
Library Takeout
7 p.m.
To wrap up National Novel Writing Month, join four of today’s hottest crime fiction writers as they discuss how they adapted to 2020. E.A.
Thursday, Dec. 3, 2020
Virtual Story Time
Library Takeout
10:30 a.m.
Grab your shakers, bells or anything that makes a fun noise and join the Library on Facebook Live for Virtual Story Time at facebook.com/dclibrary. Follow the Library's Facebook page to receive Notifications when Facebook Live programs start.
Recommended for children birth to 5.
Ask a Librarian
Library Takeout
12 p.m.
Wondering what to read next? Looking for recommendations on a particular genre? Ask a Librarian during our live Twitter chat on Thursdays at noon. Be sure to follow @dcpl and join the conversation using the hashtag #AskaLibrarian.
Performance Lab: Chamber Music at Noon
Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library - Central Library
12 p.m.
Performance Lab: Chamber Music at Noon features guest performers, Vasily Popov on cello, and Ralitza Patcheva on piano, for a virtual performance recorded from the MLK Jr. Memorial Library's brand new auditorium. Each program features discussion about the selected works.
Click here to watch this month's program and past performances.
Baby Yoga
Library Takeout
1 p.m.
Stretch, bond and move with your baby.
Virtual sessions led by certified yoga instructor Stephanie on Facebook Live.
This program is made possible thanks to the West End Library Friends.
Foundations for a Successful Business
Library Takeout
2 p.m.
Join us for our monthly business workshops with the DC Small Business Development Center at Howard University. This newly developed interactive 90-minute webinar is the first step in assisting the participants in understanding the processes involved in developing a viable and comprehensive business plan. This webinar will establish the foundation for a successful business. Module 1 will aid the attendees in developing the business concept and determining its feasibility.
King Bullfrog - Family Music Programs for December
Library Takeout
3 p.m.
Enjoy King Bullfrog on Thursdays at 3 p.m. for a fun family musical program.
Dec. 3: Trains and Transportation: Kids and grown-ups are fascinated by trains. Join King Bullfrog in singing some of the many songs involving trains.
Dec. 10: Telling Stories Through Song: Join King Bullfrog for some of their favorite story-songs and learn some pointers about telling stories in music.
Dec. 17: Animal Ballads: A rabbit who can’t remember the whole alphabet! A monkey who steals a train! Lions and turtles and frogs, oh my!
Friday, Dec. 4, 2020
Virtual Story Time
Library Takeout
10:30 a.m.
Grab your shakers, bells or anything that makes a fun noise and join the Library on Facebook Live for Virtual Story Time at facebook.com/dclibrary. Follow the Library's Facebook page to receive Notifications when Facebook Live programs start.
Recommended for children birth to 5.
Saturday, Dec. 5, 2020
ESL Conversation Circles
Tenley-Friendship Library
10 a.m.
Practice your English language skills as we discuss international affairs and comparative cultures in this high-intermediate-to-advanced level English as a second language conversation group. Join us virtually on Saturdays at 10 a.m. for the Tenley-Friendship Branch ESL Conversation Circle. The hour-and-a-half sessions are for non-native speakers of English ages 18 and older.
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