Notice on material acquisitions | October 2025
Due to a shift within the library wholesaler market, DC Public Library is currently experiencing a delay in acquiring new materials. While we transition to new distribution vendors, we appreciate your patience and look forward to having new avenues through which we can expand our collections.
Staff Picks
Commuter Picks IV: Knee-high-to-a-grasshopper edition!
The fourth installment of Commuter Picks looks at picture books that got two sticky thumbs up from the stroller set! Even little commuters have big
Books That Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
Hispanic Heritage Month is a time to honor the diverse voices, histories, and cultures of the Hispanic community. One way is through books that
Celebrate your DCPL library card’s superpowers! It’s like an ATM for your brain!
Happy National Library Card Sign-Up Month! If you don’t have a DCPL card, it’s time to get one. If you do, it's time to find out just how power packed
Navigating financially hard times
The library has many resources to help you cope with economically trying times.
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OverDrive & Libby
Borrow eBooks, Audiobooks, and digital magazines to read on your phone or tablet using the Libby app, by OverDrive.
LinkedIn Learning
Learn business, technology, computer and creative skills to meet your personal or professional goals.
