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Teen Scene at Tenley

Tuesday, November 27, 2018, 4:00 pm

Join us for an hour of entertainment every Tuesday after school at Tenley Library. We have gaming, films, crafts, karaoke and a variety of other programs on a rotating basis. Please call 202-727-1225 for more details.

Baby Lap Time

Wednesday, November 28, 2018, 10:00 am

A story time experience for our youngest library users, non-walking children ages birth to 1 year, and their caregivers. This 20-to-30-minute story time introduces books, songs, rhymes, tickles and bounces developmentally appropriate for their age. This story time is designed so the baby will be in their caregiver’s lap and the grownup is actively involved in the program. Tickets are required to attend this program. They are available at the Children’s Desk 30 minutes before the start of the story time on a first-come, first-served basis.

Toddler Story Time

Wednesday, November 28, 2018, 11:00 am

Get up and get moving at our Toddler Story Time. This 20-to-30-minute program is full of books, songs and fun activities that are designed to help develop your child’s language skills. Children ages 12-36 months and their caregivers are encouraged to engage with the stories and activities and participate in the program along with the children. Tickets are required to attend this program. They are available at the Children’s Desk an hour before the start of the story time on a first-come, first-served basis.

Baby and Toddler Story Time

Wednesday, November 28, 2018, 11:30 am

This story time, for children ages birth to 3 years, is full of books, songs, rhymes and finger plays. It's a great way to introduce your child to language skills in a positive and fun environment. Children and their grownups are encouraged to engage with the books and songs and to actively participate in the program. Tickets are required to attend this program. They are available at the Children’s Desk one hour before the start of the story time on a first-come, first-served basis.

Lego Construction Crew

Wednesday, November 28, 2018, 4:00 pm

We supply the Legos, you bring your imagination. Recommended for ages 4-12.

NaNoWriMo Come Write In

Thursday, November 29, 2018, 10:00 am

Join fellow writers for National Novel Writing Month and commit to writing 50,000 words during the month of November. Tenley Library hosts a Write In on Thursday mornings in November from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. in the Medium Conference Room.

Frosty's Winter Wonderland

Thursday, November 29, 2018, 4:00 pm

Come watch this animated sequel to Frosty the Snowman, featuring Jack Frost. Run time 25 minutes.

Frosty's Winter Wonderland

Thursday, November 29, 2018, 4:30 pm

Come watch this animated sequel to Frosty the Snowman, featuring Jack Frost. Run time is 25 minutes

Upper NW Knitters

Thursday, November 29, 2018, 6:30 pm

Join us as we learn to knit and crochet. We meet for two hours, several times a month, and supplies are free.

Tots and Toys Playdate

Friday, November 30, 2018, 11:00 am

Join us for an informal, indoor playdate. Kids can play with toys, browse books, visit with friends and toddle. We'll set out toys to develop motor skills and books to encourage early literacy. For children ages birth to 3 with their parents or caregivers.

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New Toddler Story Times Added

Other program changes set for after Labor Day

Starting Sept. 6, we are changing our offerings for TODDLER (ages 1-3) story times and Tots and Toys Playdate is moving to a new day. The following are when these popular programs will be held. Tuesdays: Toddler Story Time (ages 1-3) at 11:00 a.m. Wednesdays: Toddler Story Time (ages 1-3) at 11:30 a.m. Toys and Tots Playdate will be moving to Fridays at 11:00 a.m. Our complete fall schedule is attached.

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Cover of Mermaid Tales from Around the World

Mermaid Reads

Splash into underwater fantasy

Summertime always gets me dreaming about mermaids. They’ve swum through my imagination since I was a kid, coming to the surface (pun slightly intended) every time I stand on the beach, watching waves crash and hoping to spot a long, finned tail. Or even when I’m at the pool, and the trick of the light glinting off the too-blue waters maybe tricks me into seeing something I wish was there.

Weekly Summer Pajama Movie Night Line Up Announced

This summer, put on your PJs and join us Thursday evenings at 6:30 p.m. at Tenley-Friendship Library for fun children’s movies. Food, blankets and pillows are welcome. Check out our line up. June 23: The Force Awakens -view trailer

Picture This! Picture Books For Older Kids

No Maisy the Mouse or Spot the Dog here

Gather ‘round everyone! It’s story time. Last month, I was invited to a local school’s “Read Across America” event. The school librarian arranged for every grade to have a book read to them by special guest reader (one being yours truly!).

Art Exhibition: Animal Portraits

This May, Tenley-Friendship Library is hosting an exhibition called "Animal Portraits." These paintings were created by 7th-grade art students at Sheridan School and depict animals available for adoption at Washington Animal Rescue League. Please stop by the library this month to check out the full exhibit and admire the work of these talented young artists!

Ms Dolores demonstrates to teens in Afterschool Lounge how to make a seed bomb

If You See a Piece of Litter, Pick It Up!

Recap: How Tenley celebrated Earth Day 2016

We were proud to participate in Tenleytown's first annual, week-long celebration of Earth Day.

Shall We Play a Game?

Tenley launches new monthly board and video game program.

Tenley-Friendship Library is thrilled to announce a new monthly program: Game On! All ages are welcome to come and play a bevy of fun board games and video games on our Wii U one Saturday each month from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. So stop on by for Game On! We kicked off the new program on Saturday, April 16.

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Tenley Readers Unite! (TRU Crew)

Monthly book club for kids

We've started a book club just for kids. If you're a kid between 8 and 12 years old who loves to read and get a little deeper into your favorite books, then TRU Crew is for you! At our monthly meetings, we discuss our book choice, eat snacks (in the library!), and vote on the next month's read. Meetings are usually the last Saturday of the month at 2:30 p.m. in the Children's Room. Upcoming meetings are March 26, April 23, and May 21.

YA Books with Muslim Main Characters

#WeNeedDiverseBooks in YA, right? What about books starring Muslim teens? Every one of these teens have their own unique story to tell - whether it's suddenly getting superpowers, finding faith or losing it, or just learning to survive. But one thing they have in common is that they all come from a Muslim background. The following novels and graphic novels come highly recommended.

Author Talk: Gareth Hinds

Tenley-Friendship Library will be hosting an author visit by renowned graphic novelist Gareth Hinds on Thursday, February 18 at 7:30 p.m.

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