Every Easter, Ms. Perry, a library technician at Northwest One, holds a contest. She fills a jar up with jelly beans and people guess how many are in the jar. Adults and kids alike are drawn to the jar, often asking for a piece of candy, but ultimately entering the contest. It's a great way for us to meet some of our customers!
Are you in an artistic rut? Artist's block got you down? The following books are sure to help you get back in your creative zone.
I've selected a few titles that have personally helped me, and one new publication that I can't wait to download.
No matter your discipline, any of these books will inspire you to lose your fears, get loose and start creating art once again.
Join us in celebrating Women's History Month, and win fantastic prizes!
Every Monday in March, a new trivia question will be posted on Twitter (@dcpl) and Facebook. Respond by Friday with the correct answer using #herstoryDCPL, and get entered to win a different prize each week! We'll reveal the correct answer at the end of the week.
Northwest One Library Sing, Talk and Read promotion
We would like to thank everyone in the community so much for your participation at the DC Community Marketplace that occurs on the first Saturday of every month.
Due to weather concerns, the Community Marketplace team has made the decision to cancel the March Marketplace that was scheduled for Saturday, March 7. However, you may still stop by the library to learn about the Sing, Talk and Read program for parents and caregivers.
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.
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.
Congratulations to Maxine Davis, winner of the War of the Worlds: Special Edition in the Adult Summer Reading program, pictured here receiving her prize from Northwest One staff.Ms. Davis is a regular at Northwest One Library, and staff couldn't be more excited for her!
Congratulations to Shayne Pedroso, winner of the Kindle Fire in the summer reading program for ages 6-12!Shayne came to the summer reading kickoff party on June 5, signed up for summer reading, and returned her completed reading log during the last week of August.
