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Let's Build

Saturday, August 31, 2019, 10:00 am

Are you interested in developing skills in constructive problem solving, organization and experimentation? LEGO construction is a great way to achieve this while having fun. Bring your ideas or develop new ones when you get there. We have the LEGO blocks and are waiting to see what you create. This program is recommended for children and families, and is free and open to the public. .

Habitat for Humanity of Washington, DC- Home$mart Program: Life After Settlement

Sunday, September 1, 2019, 11:00 am

HOME$MART PROGRAM: “Life After Settlement” *This course is a four-class series and attendees must complete all four sessions to receive a certificate.

Game Day

Sunday, September 1, 2019, 2:00 pm

Enjoy new and classic board games! Bring friends & family & challenge them to a game of Forbidden Island, The Resistance, Monopoly, Chess, Connect Four and more. Recommended for children, teens, and families.

PreSchool Story Time

Tuesday, September 3, 2019, 10:30 am

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.

Crafts for Seniors

Tuesday, September 3, 2019, 1:00 pm

Learn, make and create with friends! Dive into cross-stitching, sewing, gift making and more. Share craft ideas and work together on new projects. Recommended for seniors.

Make It!

Tuesday, September 3, 2019, 4:00 pm

Create a different project with us every week as we explore arts, crafts, music, science & technology. Dive into maker and create projects such as musical instruments, computer programming games, paper helicopters, balloon racing cars and more! Recommended for children ages 6 and up & families.

Baby and Toddler Story Time

Wednesday, September 4, 2019, 10:30 am

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.

Mid-Day Movies

Thursday, September 5, 2019, 1:00 pm

Unwind with friends and join us for an afternoon movie. Participate and vote each week for the movie to be shown the following week. Recommended for adults and seniors.

Word Basics

Thursday, September 5, 2019, 2:30 pm

Come learn how to navigate the basic functions in Microsoft Word, including learning the document terms, features and functions. Seats are limited to 10 participants and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Please arrive 30 minutes early to sign up for a seat at one of the 10 workstations.

Art on the Fly

Thursday, September 5, 2019, 4:00 pm

Are you ready to be creative? If so, join us as we explore different aspirations and adventures in Art on the Fly! During the program we want to inspire your confidence, while being creative. We will use different forms of art and craft techniques to bring out your creative side. Build and share new ways to bring out your own creativity. Don't forget to bring a friend! See you soon. Recommended for teens.

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Library Closed February 17

DC Public Library is closed Tuesday, Feb. 17 due to inclement weather.

Michael W. Brookins and Friends

A Concert in Celebration of 2016 African American History Month

In recognition of African American History Month, come out and enjoy the smooth gospel and jazz music of Michael W. Brookins and Friends. Mr. Brookins earned his B.A. degree from Washington Bible College-Capital Bible Seminary in Lanham, Md.

Adults

7 Ways to Enjoy the Library Instantly

The library's closed, but dclibrary.org is open 24/7!

All library locations are closed today, but there's myriad ways you can enjoy the library online! 1. Have your own film festival at home. View films from major festivals like Sundance, Tribeca and more. Log into IndieFlix with your library card.

C.R. Gibbs Lecture Series on African American History and Culture

In celebration of 2016 African American History Month, distinguished historian C.R. Gibbs will deliver a presentation at the Capitol View and Dorothy I. Height/Benning neighborhood libraries in February, beginning at 7 p.m. The award-winning historian, humanities scholar and exhibitor of artifacts has appeared at DC Public Library since 1989. He has spoken at the Smithsonian's Anacostia Museum, Arena Stage, colleges/universities and other venues locally, nationally and internationally.

Adults

The State of U.S.Race Relations

Improved or Worsened?

On the steps of the Lincoln Memorial on Aug. 28, 1963, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his famous “I Have a Dream” speech as a part of the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom. The oration sought an end to racial injustice in America and called for an integrated society.

Cold But Cuddly

Winter Reading Club

Cuddle up to books this winter break and be eligible to receive a Chipotle gift card! This winter break, between Dec. 21 and Jan. 3, elementary and middle school students who visit their neighborhood branch can be eligible to receive a Chipotle gift card for sharing their winter reading with their librarian.

Summer Reading Winners!

Meet the Read with Me winner from Capitol View

Tyaira Easter-Butcher is the lucky winner of a bag of books at Capitol View!

Tuskegee Air Women

Reflections on their contributions to American history and culture

In commemoration of Veterans Day 2014, Documented Original Tuskegee Airmen will reflect on the contributions of Tuskegee Air Women to American history and culture. Veterans Day originated in November 1919. The signing of the Treaty of Versailles on June 28, 1919 ended World War I. On Nov. 11, President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed the day as the first celebration of the "war to end all wars." He envisioned the citizenry through parades and other ceremonies paying tribute to the soldiers who died in the "Great War" and provided Americans with peace and justice.

How to Win Grants

Criteria, pitfalls and hints for successful grant proposal writing

Periodically, residents need financial support in order to fund special programs or community projects. Funding is often available from governments, corporations, foundations and private donors. Experts concede that grant seekers can successfully obtain the necessary skills that will better their chances of securing monetary support.