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Capitol View Library will be closed for exterior renovation beginning Saturday, Sept. 22 at 5:30 p.m. Interim services will begin on Tuesday, Oct. 9 at 220 49th Street SE, on the grounds of J.C. Nalle Elementary School.

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Got Games?

Friday, November 23, 2018, 4:00 pm

Do you feel competitive? Board games are a great way to develop and maintain cognitive skills while having fun. We've got games. Grab a friend and challenge them to a board game. You will be glad you did. Stop by on Friday and let's play. This program is free and open to the public.

Let's Build

Saturday, November 24, 2018, 10:00 am

Are you interested 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. .

Listen Up

Sunday, November 25, 2018, 2:00 pm

Headphones not required. Check out our audio collection when you stop by the children’s room and listen to a popular audio book every Sunday with family and friends. This program is recommended for children and families, and is free and open to the public.

It's Crochet Time

Tuesday, November 27, 2018, 10:00 am

Got crochet needles? Come put them to work during our crochet lessons. Whether you are a beginner or experienced, this crochet circle is for you. You'll be able to receive expert instruction on creating beautiful pieces for yourself or others. All ages are welcome. This program is free and open to the public.

PreSchool Story Time

Tuesday, November 27, 2018, 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.

Baby and Toddler Story Time

Wednesday, November 28, 2018, 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.

Jazzy Colors II

Wednesday, November 28, 2018, 1:00 pm

Wind down on Wednesday with art therapy at Capitol View Library. If you like jazz and coloring you should pay us a visit. Relax to the sounds of old and new jazz while coloring and exercising your mind. We are looking forward to coloring with you. Jazzy Colors is recommended for adults, and is free and open to the public.

It's Crochet Time

Thursday, November 29, 2018, 10:00 am

Techie Thursday

Thursday, November 29, 2018, 1:00 pm

Seniors, do you need help with your devices? We're here for you. Bring your smartphones and other devices to receive basic instruction on how to get the most out of technology. This program is free and open to the public.

Color My World

Thursday, November 29, 2018, 4:00 pm

Are you interested in sparking your imagination and expressing yourself? Color my World is just for you. Let your creativity shine by selecting coloring sheets or take a chance and design your own. No matter what you choose, we're saving a spot just for you in the Children's Room. Recommended for ages 5-12. This program is free and open to the public.

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Films at the Library

Come out and join us as we screen the second action-packed movie based on the Hellboy graphic novels by

Book Talk & Signing with Darrell King

Come out and join us as we welcome local author Darrell King to the Capitol View Neighborhood Library.

Films at the Library

Come out and join us as we screen a sports movie for our Films at the Library Series. This film follows the life of Ernie Davis as he progresses from student athlete to Heisman trophy winner and finally to civil rights activist. This film has a PG rating and is showing on Wednesday, September 29, at 3:30 p.m.

Book Review

Katie Grotto from Revish.com writes this review about How to Survive a Robot Uprising by Daniel H. Wilson:

Sign of the Times

Art and Photography Workshops

Sign of the Times Cultural Workshop and Gallery will offer tailored children's workshops this Summer that will include: Draw and Paint My Neighborhood and Photography Classes for the Young, a 6 week program on Tuesdays and Thursdays, starting July 6 - August 12, 2010. Ages 10-13 years. There will be limited enrollment, so please register early.

Looking for Spiritual Tools?

Looking for Spiritual Tools "An Introductory Talk ECKANKAR-Key To The Secret World". Wednesday, April 21, 2010 7:30 p.m. Sponsored by The Washington DC Satsang Society.

Health Literacy Workshop

The Capitol View Neighborhood Library will host a Health Literacy Workshop on Friday, May 7, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. Topics will include: Diabetes Prevention, Living with HIV/AIDS, Learning to Navigate the Web to locate Health Information and Social Services in the D.C. area and Free Handouts on Health Related Resources.

Black Inventors

From Africa to America

Capitol View Neigborhood Library presents the CR Gibbs 2010 Black History Lecture Series" Black Inventors", from Africa to America. Monday, March 29, 2010 at 6:00 p.m.

Capitol View Book Club

"The Help" by Kathryn Stockett

Come and enjoy an afternoon with the Capitol View Book Club. This month's book is "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett. A poignant tale about three women, and a time and a place, that are in many ways is still with us, the south in 1962. Wednesday, April 14th, at 1:30 p.m.

Celebrating National Women's History Month

Women in History Trivia

History Month: Women in History Trivia, March 29-31 during library hours. Winners will receive a Walmart or Target gift card and a free Women in History bookmark.