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Baby Lap Time

Wednesday, September 4, 2019, 2:00 pm

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 on their caregiver's lap and the grownup is actively involved in the program. It is recommended that each child have an adult with them.

Tai Chi with Norman

Friday, September 6, 2019, 2:00 pm

In partnership with Iona Senior Services, the DC Office on Aging, and Around Town DC, Palisades Library will be offering Tai chi with Norman Greene, who has been teaching Tai chi to all age groups since 1985, and is also an artist. Tai chi chan can help strengthen balance, posture, memory and patience. The single movements of Tai chi can help us enjoy ourselves by slowing down and enjoying the moment. It is fun and helps the meditative practice. This class is intended for DC residents age 60 or older. Please bring your own water bottle.

Toddler Story Time

Monday, September 9, 2019, 10:30 am

These 20 to 30 minute programs are full of books, songs and fun activities designed to help develop your child’s language skills and a love for books. It is a great time for very young children to socialize with others and be prepared to start school. Children ages 18-36 months are encouraged to engage with the stories and activities, and their grownups are encouraged to participate in the program along with the children.

Baby Lap Time

Monday, September 9, 2019, 2:00 pm

Yoga

Monday, April 1, 2019, 7:00 pm

Palisades Library is pleased to be hosting a free yoga class on Monday evenings at 7 p.m. beginning on Jan.28. This class is suitable for all levels. Please bring a yoga mat.

Play Chess at Palisades

Tuesday, September 10, 2019, 5:00 pm

Are you interested in learning to play chess, or improving your skills? And are you between 6 and 14 years old? Come on Tuesday at 5 pm to the Palisades Library, where we will host meetings of a new chess club, under Coach Vaughn Bennett, courtesy of the Friends of the Palisades Library. All skill levels are welcome, but please adhere to the age range suggested by the coach (6 -14).

Toddler Story Time

Wednesday, September 11, 2019, 10:30 am

Baby Lap Time

Wednesday, September 11, 2019, 2:00 pm

Tai Chi with Norman

Friday, September 13, 2019, 2:00 pm

Toddler Story Time

Monday, September 16, 2019, 10:30 am

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Valentine's Day Crafts

Please join us on Sunday, Feb. 8 at 2:30 p.m. for Valentine's Day crafts! While you're visiting, be sure to browse our Valentine's Day display. Take some books home and share the love of reading with your friends and family. This craft is open to all ages!

Celebrate Black History Month with Uncork'd Art!

Create your African American art-inspired masterpiece!

Join us for a Just-For-Fun paint party in celebration of Black History Month! Create your own African American Art inspired masterpiece with Uncork'd Art at your library. According to Uncork'd Art's manager, A.J. Francis, "Uncork’d Art’s first priority is to ensure that everyone has a fun night (or day) out! Our “Just For Fun” session is exactly how it sounds …. JUST-FOR-FUN! Fun Night, Great Art, and Something different to try!"

E. L. Doctorow

Explore his books

Born in January 1931, E. L. (Edgar Lawrence) Doctorow mostly writes historical fiction. Many of his books are set in his native New York City. One of his first jobs was reading books looking for potential movies. He came to realize that he could write just as well as the authors he was being paid to read. In celebration of Doctorow’s birthday, Palisades Neighborhood Library has a display of E. L. Doctorow’s books, including:

Palisades Winter Readathon

Jan. 11-Feb. 28, 2015

Join in the fun this winter at Palisades Library! From Jan. 11 to Feb. 28, children from birth to age 12 can join the Palisades Winter Readathon! Simply stop by the Children's Desk to sign up, and start earning fantastic prizes for reading.

7 Ways to Enjoy the Library Instantly

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.

J. California Cooper

J. California Cooper (J for Joan, California a pen name) was an intensely private person. She gave few interviews and never admitted to her exact age. Starting out as a playwright, Cooper decided to try fiction at the suggestion of novelist Alice Walker. Her efforts at novels and short stories won the American Book Award, the James Baldwin Writing Award, and the Literary Lion Award. In celebration of her life, Palisades Library has a display of Cooper’s works:

Aviation History Month

November is Aviation History Month. From hot air balloons to landing a probe on a comet, we have an irresistable urge to fly and explore space. To celebrate some amazing achievements, Palisades Library has a display of books about aviation and space exploration.

The Small Talk Book Club

Stillness Speaks

For Decmeber, we're reading Stillness Speaks by Eckhart Tolle. Pick up your copy at the library, read it, and come to discuss your findings with fellow members on Wednesday, Dec. 17 at 7:30 p.m.

Palisades Library Celebrates 50 Years!

From a one-room school house in 1928 to the current location in 1964

Celebrate 50 years at the V St NW location on Saturday, Nov. 15 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Enjoy special performances by Barefoot Puppets at 10:30 a.m., Sherier Mountain Boys at 1 p.m. and the Palisades Community Band at 3 p.m. Technology demonstrations, giveaways, and refreshments will be available during the event.

The Creative Juices Workshop

The Creative Juices Writing Workshop group (CJWW) invites you to an evening of sharing peotry and prose. For two years, CJWW met twice a month at the Georgetown Library under the direction of Ginger Ingalls to compose a compiliation of poetry and prose called Barrier and Freedom which was published by DC Public Library in 2014.