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Five Perfect Reads for Disability Pride Month
July is Disability Pride Month, the 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). These five fascinating books spotlight the world before the ADA, the efforts that led to its passage, how far we've come since then and barriers that remain.
Cozy Mysteries for Vacation Reading
Looking for light reading for your next vacation? Check out these mysteries!
Books to Read in Honor of June Survivors Week
Torture Abolition and Survivors Support Coalition (TASSC) honors June Survivors Week from June 24 - 30. The DC Public Library has partnered with them to select some titles for all ages. Check them out today with your DC Public Library Card.
Life in the Old West
When was the last time you read a western? It's been years for me so in my continuing effort to read new or different genres from my usual, I decided to try some. Most of my recommendations are newer additions to the canon; there are plenty of other choices from well-known authors such as Craig Johnson's Longmire series and of course, Larry McMurtry (Lonesome Dove).
New Deanwood Library
DC Public Library is partnering on a joint development with WMATA to build a new full-service stand-alone library at the Deanwood Metro Station to replace the 7,300 sq. ft. library co-located with the Deanwood Recreation Center.
Inside Prince's Purple Reign: Andrea Swensson Reflects on Prince's Groundbreaking Album and Film
In an engaging discussion with WAMU arts and culture reporter Elliot Williams, author and music journalist Andrea Swensson took fans on a journey through the creation and lasting impact of Prince.
New Edgewood/Eckington Library
The Northwest One Library co-located with the Walker Jones Education Complex is slated to be replaced with a new full-service 20,000+ sq. ft. neighborhood library, providing greater access to library services and resources for neighbors. A new library for the Edgewood/Eckington neighborhood is tentatively slated to open in 2030.
Pride 2024 Reads with the Washington Mystics
This summer, DC Public Library is teaming up with the Washington Mystics to recommend great reads that you can check out with your library card! Each month we will be posting Read Feed entries that spotlight titles around a theme. June’s theme is Pride. In honor of Pride month, we have selected some amazing autobiographies and biographies for both adults and young adults that explore the lives and careers of LGBTQIA+ athletes. Check out the library’s Pride Month page to find more great reads for all ages and the Mystic's Pride page to learn more about how they are celebrating this month. Happy Reading!