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Altered Book Art Exhibition

Show us your creative side in our first ever altered book exhibition!

Show us your creative side at Tenley-Friendship! What is an Altered Book? An “altered book” is a book that has been transformed by creative means into a work of art. Creating altered books may be as simple as adding a drawing or text to a page or as complex as creating an intricate book sculpture. Entry Specifications: The exhibition is open to anyone. Youth (under 18) may be assisted by adults. One entry per person. Must be a member of DC Public Library to enter.

CANCELED: Friends of Tenley-Friendship Library Author Talk Series

'The Scarlet Sisters: Sex, Suffrage and Scandal in the Gilded Age'

Due to circumstances beyond our control, this event has been cancelled, and will be rescheduled for a later date. Please check www.dclibrary.org/tenley periodically for announcements.

Library Closed February 17

DC Public Library is closed Tuesday, Feb. 17 due to inclement weather.

Picture of table with supplies to make tissuepaper cupcakes

Tenley Kids are In the Zone

Tissue paper cupcakes this month! What's next?

Have you heard about In the Zone? Every third Tuesday here at Tenley, we have a special program where we do something a little...different. This month, we made decorative cupcakes out of tissue papers, sequins, beads, and lots and lots of glitter! For next month’s In the Zone, join Ms. Shelley and celebrate Mardi Gras! Make your own masquerade mask, eat King Cake, and be sure to join in the parade around the library! See you there.

Friends of Tenley-Friendship Library Author Talk Series

A History of Rock Creek Park by Scott Einberger

Join Scott Einberger for his author talk on A History of Rock Creek Park: Wilderness and Washington, D.C. The author talk, part of the Friends of the Tenley-Friendship Library author talk series, will take place on Wednesday, Jan.

Cover of the picture book This is the Dream

Martin Luther King Jr. ASL Story Time

Celebrate MLK Day this year with a special story time

Celebrate the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. with Adaptive Services and People Animals Love here at the Tenley Library. Deaf Services Librarian Janice Rosen will be hosting a special story time in American Sign Language for ages 3 to 5 featuring books showcasing the life and ideals of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. A sign language interpreter will interpret Ms. Rosen’s reading. Afterward, children are welcome to meet and read with therapy dogs from People Animals Love (PAL).

Winter Pajama Movie Night Lineup Announced

Tenley-Friendship Library is pleased to announce our Pajama Movie Night lineup for the winter. All movies start at 6 p.m. And as always, food, pillows, blankets, and PJs are welcome. Jan. 8: Join Sulley and his one-eyed partner and best friend, Mike, as they try to return little girl back home after she wanders into Monstropolis. View trailer.

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.

Friendship Hospital for Animals Client Education Series

Osteoarthritis in senior dogs

On Dec. 15 in the Large Meeting Room at 7 p.m., Dr. Amanda McMurphy will present an overview of the clinical signs and diagnostic tests used to identify osteoarthritis in older dogs. Joined by rehabilitation specialist Janay Austin-Carlson, the discusssion will also include ways to improve joint function and help relieve pain. Free and open to the human public - no pets please!

International Games Day at Tenley Library

Gaming at Tenley Library

International Games Day and a preview of future events

Recently, Tenley Library participated in International Games Day. This is an annual event that celebrates gaming in libraries both here in the United States and across the world. Tenley was one of several libraries that day which celebrated the event, and this was the first year that the library participated.

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