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🎭 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

📈 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

🌡️Service Alert: The Francis A. Gregory Library is closed today, Monday, July 21, due to high temperatures.

🌡️Service Alert: The second floor of the Cleveland Park Library is closed today, Monday, July 21, due to high temperatures.

🦖 Cleveland Park Library Toy Swap! 🧸 Monday, July 21 🕓 4:00 – 6:00 PM 📍 Cleveland Park Library ✅ Please register: bit.ly/3TwikC8 Toys can include dolls, blocks, board games, art supplies & more. All remaining toys will be donated to charity.

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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

🎸 The DC Punk Archive Rooftop Shows are back at MLK Library! 🎤 July 23: Spring Silver, XK Scenario, Petrichor 🎤 Aug 13: Erasergirl, Heaven Forbid, Home Remedies 🎤 Sept 4: Tosser, Keep Your Secrets + special guest 👀 Learn more: bit.ly/4nQx3pf

🎬 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. bit.ly/46fIIrx

Full house at Tenley-Friendship Library for Kwame Alexander’s How to Sing a Song! 🎶📖 Whether your child is sounding out words or reading with confidence, this book opens the door to a world of language, image & imagination. Thanks to all our Beyond the Book families!

🦈 Happy Shark Week to all who celebrate!

Tried my first Fix-It Clinic at the Library today! Brought in a flickering lamp and got hands-on help from a volunteer coach. Huge thanks to DC DOEE & the Library for creating space to learn, repair & build community — for free! 💡♻️

Mt. Pleasant Library is closed today, Saturday, July 19, due to high temperatures throughout the building.

📣 Scrabble Meetup at MLK Library! 🗓️ Tuesday, July 29 | ⏰ 6:00–8:30pm 📍 MLK Library Whether you're a total beginner or a word game wizard, join us for some fun word play! CoCo Scrabble pros will be there to share tips and play along. 🔠

🔌🏠 Explore the future of accessible living! Join the Smart Home Exhibit — a one-day showcase of assistive tech to make your home smarter. 📅 Sat, July 19 | ⏰ 10:30am–2:30pm 📍 MLK Library Learn more: bit.ly/3IAKBFc

Everyone’s looking for ways to stay cool this July — why not do it with a good book and great conversation? 📚❄️ Join us for author talks at the Library all month long — meet new writers, hear fresh ideas, and get inspired. bit.ly/46kqAwr

Disability Pride Comedy Night at MLK Library — an evening of stand-up featuring all comedians with disabilities from the DMV & beyond. 🎤 🗓️ Wednesday, July 30 | 7PM ASL & CART provided. Registration recommended: bit.ly/4evydCw

🛠️ The Tool Library DIY Space is now OPEN at the Labs at DC Public Library! Need a tool for your next project? We might have just what you're looking for. Reserve your spot: bit.ly/4lDerXW

The second floor of the Cleveland Park Library and Mt. Pleasant Library are closed today, Friday, July 18, due to high temperatures in the building.

📈 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