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Today!

We’re celebrating 35 years of the Americans with Disabilities Act & Disability Pride Month! 🧡 From sensory-friendly story times, accessible films, to a Wicked sing-along, DC Public Library has events for everyone. Full lineup → dclibrary.org/disability-pri…

🌳 Join us Thursday, July 24 at 6 PM for a Local Author Talk with Mike Tidwell at Takoma Park Library! Discover his new book The Lost Trees of Willow Avenue — a powerful, hyper-local look at climate change & community efforts. bit.ly/45YugnI

🎨Meditation Watercolor Kit Giveaway 🗓️ Sunday, July 20 | 1–4 PM 📍 The Labs at MLK Library Grab a free kit with calming coloring pages, a sketchbook & mini watercolor tray. One per person while supplies last.

🚨 Emergency Preparedness in the Disability Community 📅 Tuesday, July 15 | 🕔 5:00pm 📍 Southwest Library Join the Disability EmpowHer Network and their youth leaders as they share how they’ve led emergency preparedness projects in their communities! bit.ly/4lfa1qw

🧱 Lego Braille Brick Challenge 📅 Wednesday, July 16 | 🕓 4:00pm 📍 Shaw Library Join us for a hands-on activity where you'll learn to write your name in Braille using special Lego bricks! ♿

🎧 Audio Book Hour 📅 Tuesday, July 15 | 🕚 11:00am 📍 Rosedale Library Join Ms. Yvette for a special storytime featuring Wonderbooks—print books with built-in audio! A great way to explore new reads for your child. 📚🎶

🎥✨Anime Watch Party! 📅 Tuesday, July 15 | 🕞 3:30–5:00pm 📍 Northwest One Library Come chill, snack, and watch anime with fellow fans! 🍿

A special Beyond the Book Author Talk with award-winning author Kwame Alexander! 📅 Sat, July 19 ⏰ 10:00am 📍 Tenley-Friendship Library Celebrate reading, rhythm & imagination as Kwame shares How to Sing a Song! 📚Register today: bit.ly/460wJhm

Join DC Public Library & Loyalty Books on Wed, July 23 at 7 PM for a convo that spikes expectations. Debut author Benedict Nguyễn & writer Serena Zets talk Hot Girls with Balls — a sharp, hilarious satire of queerness, rivalry & romance. 📚🏐 bit.ly/4kAQ38w

First AI session is today! ⬇️

🎬 Join DC Public Library for a special screening of Camp RicStar — Sat, July 26 at 2 PM at MLK Library! This award-winning doc follows the powerful, joyful journeys of campers at the Eric ‘RicStar’ Winter Music Therapy Camp.

What’s your favorite summer read so far? Ours is Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid 🚀❤️🧑‍🧑‍🧒

Two volleyball stars. One queer romance. A satirical firecracker of a novel. Join debut author Benedict Nguyễn in conversation with Serena Zets at MLK Library on July 23. 🎟️ RSVP: dclibrary.libnet.info/event/14021067 📚 Q&A + book signing

Join DC Public Library & Loyalty Books on Wed, July 23 at 7 PM for a convo that spikes expectations. Debut author Benedict Nguyễn & writer Serena Zets talk Hot Girls with Balls — a sharp, hilarious satire of queerness, rivalry & romance. 📚🏐 bit.ly/4kAQ38w

📈 Stay informed with free access to the Wall Street Journal. DC Public Library cardholders can read full-text articles from 1984 to today—covering national & international finance, markets, and more. Start reading today: bit.ly/4f2Z3lS

🎭 Ever wondered what it takes to make a Dora Milaje costume? Join sewist Gina John-Crosland of Woman of Wonders for a behind-the-scenes look at creating screen-accurate cosplay—from Black Panther to Bridgerton. 📅 Sat, July 26 | 🕐 1pm 📍MLK Library 🎟️ bit.ly/40vwIOT

Navigate the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library with Goodmaps! Goodmaps Explore is a free assistive app designed to help the visually impaired navigate indoor spaces independently. bit.ly/4ejRyVy

🎸 Free rooftop punk shows are back! The DC Punk Archive is hosting 3 evenings of local bands at MLK Library. 7/23: Spring Silver, XK Scenario, Petrichor 8/13: Erasergirl, Heaven Forbid, Home Remedies 9/4: The Goons, Tosser, Keep Your Secrets 🕕 All at 6 PM