Get personalized help in a one-on-one hourlong session, by appointment at a time convenient for you. We can help with the following topics:
-Computer and internet basics
-Email and social media
-DCPL’s digital resources (databases, eBooks, etc.)
-Job seeking activities
These by-appointment-only sessions are intended to improve computer skills, not to troubleshoot computer problems or repair hardware. Please call 202-671-3121 or visit the Information Desk on the lower level to make an appointment.
A story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers. These 20-to-30-minute story times introduce books, songs, rhymes, tickles and bounces developmentally appropriate for children from birth to when they start walking. Baby Lap Time is a wonderful way to introduce your child to the joys of reading in a positive and fun atmosphere. This story time is designed so the baby will be in their caregiver’s lap and the grownup is actively involved in the program; it is recommended that each child have their own adult with them
A story time experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers, these 20-to-30-minute story times introduce books, songs, rhymes, tickles and bounces developmentally appropriate for children from birth to when they start walking. Baby Lap Time is a wonderful way to introduce your child to the joys of reading in a positive and fun atmosphere. This story time is designed so the baby will be in their caregiver’s lap and the grownup is actively involved in the program; it is recommended that each child have their own adult with them.
Bring stories to life by reading aloud from scripts created from children’s books. Recommended for readers in grades 2-4. Parent participation is welcome and encouraged.
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 already have a working knowledge of English.
Stories, songs, dances and more in English and Spanish for children ages birth to 5 and their adults. For safety's sake, there is a limit of 75 participants for each story time. Remember: There is a story time at 10 a.m. and another repeated at 11 a.m.
To schedule a class visit, please call 202-671-3125.
Stories, songs, dances and more in English and Spanish for children ages birth to 5 and their adults. For safety's sake, there is a limit of 75 participants for each story time. Remember: There is a story time at 10 a.m. and another repeated at 11 a.m.
To schedule a class visit, please call 202-671-3125.
Get personalized help in a one-on-one hourlong session, by appointment at a time convenient for you. We can help with the following topics:
-Computer and internet basics
-Email and social media
-DCPL’s digital resources (databases, eBooks, etc.)
-Job seeking activities
These by-appointment-only sessions are intended to improve computer skills, not to troubleshoot computer problems or repair hardware. Please call 202-671-3121 or visit the Information Desk on the lower level to make an appointment.
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.
Participants will create several craft projects that incorporate science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics. Recommended for ages 6-12.
Choose from any (or all!) of the following classes:
Wednesday, July 5, 2 p.m. - Intro to Maker Camp
Thursday, July 6, 2 p.m. - Sewing
Immigration: Exploring how our identities, experiences and values shape our views
Whether you are a new immigrant or your family came to the United States generations ago, come share your perspective on how current local and national immigration issues are affecting community life. This dialogue will happen over three sessions and community members are strongly encouraged to attend all three as each dialogue session will build on the previous one.
Bear is a PAL volunteer and visits the Mt. Pleasant Neighborhood Library when he can.
Here are ten fun facts about Bear:
Bear is a mini Australian Labradoodle.
Bear does not shed, so people that are allergic to dogs are ok around him!
Maya is a PAL volunteer and visits the Mt. Pleasant Neighborhood Library when she can.
Here are ten fun facts about Maya:
Maya is a super sweet girl born in 2011.
Maya loves, loves, loves water and is an avid swimmer.
Maya is a ball fetcher extraordinaire.
Maya rarely barks… usually only once a year.
Please join us across the city for a three-part structured community dialogue in June 2018.Each dialogue will build on the previous one. And while some may not be able to attend all three dialogues, we are hoping for a core group to be part of all three dialogues so the conversation can deepen over the three weeks. Refreshments will be served at all dialogue sessions.
Apollo is a PAL volunteer and visits the Mt Pleasant Neighborhood Library when he can.
Here are 10 fun facts about Apollo:
Apollo is from Florida.
Apollo likes warm weather.
Apollo is a mutt.
Apollo is a cool mix of border collie, boxer and bulldog.
Isis is a PAL volunteer and visits the Mt. Pleasant Neighborhood Library when she can.
Here are 10 fun facts about Isis:
Isis is named after a goddess in Egyptian and Greek mythology.
Gabriella is a P.A.L. volunteer and visits the Mt. Pleasant Neighborhood Library when she can.
Here are 10 fun facts about Gabriella:
Gabriella is a Shiloh Shepherd.
Gabriella is a very fussy eater.
Gabriella loves children.
Louie is a PAL volunteer and visits the Mt Pleasant Neighborhood Library when he can.
Here are 10 fun facts about Louie:
Louie spent 2.5 years training to be a Hero Dogs Service Dog for disabled veterans.
Louie was honorably discharged.
Louie considered being a bomb sniffer.
