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 Step into March with a calendar chock full of author talks! DC Public Library is excited to host a variety of speakers throughout the month to share their latest works and passions with the DC community. Topics range from the relationship between social media and narcissism, the history and movement of Go-Go, personal belonging and so much more. Take a look at our lineup and reserve your seat now!
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Book Hill Talks: The Facebook Narcissist with Lena Derhally | Thursday, Mar. 2 at 7 p.m., Georgetown Library
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Don’t Mute Moe: Vision of an Urban Scholar with Ron Moten | Sunday, Mar. 5 at 2 p.m., Cleveland Park Library
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Black Women Will Save the World with April Ryan | Sunday, Mar. 5 at 3 p.m., Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library
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Don’t Mute Moe: Vision of an Urban Scholar With Ron Moten | Saturday, Mar. 11 at 2 p.m., Petworth Library
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Nine Liars: Author Talk with Maureen Johnson | Thursday, Mar. 23 at 6 p.m., Cleveland Park Library
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Clint Smith and Elizabeth Acevedo: Above Ground | Tuesday, Mar. 28 at 6:30 p.m., Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library
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Launched in 1998 by the National Education Association (NEA) and guided by a committee of educators, Read Across America is the nation’s largest celebration of reading. The day, held each year on Mar. 2, is designed to motivate children and teens to read books they can see themselves reflected in, as well as those that allow readers to see a world or character that might be different from them. Read Across America is a true celebration of the gift books give us to see and be seen. Take part in this year’s reading day by choosing a new title from their list of suggested books celebrating Black History Month!
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 The Public Square is back, this time welcoming the charismatic author of Marvel Comic's latest hit series America, Gabby Rivera! Gabby is joined by Lupita Aquino, better known as Lupita Reads, for a conversation on joy and it’s ability to be an unapologetically revolutionary act. Experience them together on Saturday, Mar. 4 at 3 p.m. at the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library and hear them share what stories have brought them joy, as well as how Gabby is incorporating joy in storytelling in her new podcast Joy Uprising.
The Public Square is presented in partnership with the DC Public Library Foundation and Pepco, an Exelon Company. It is a celebration of “third spaces” or the social spaces in our communities that help us cultivate our sense of belonging outside of our first place - our homes - and our second - our workplaces. Join us at The Public Square as we foster good conversation and connection.
 The Economist magazine is now available digitally on PressReader! Issues are available for check-out for 24-hour periods. Once the 24 hours is up, however, feel free to check the issue out again! Back issues will be available for 90 days, giving you access to the most recent 12 issues. For customers looking for older issues, access full-text coverage from January 1988-current using Gale General OneFile.
With PressReader cardholders can stay connected with the world with unlimited access to more than 7,000 publications from over 120 countries, in 60 different languages. Browse, read, and download digital magazines and newspapers on your desktop, tablet, or mobile device with the PressReader app.
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This Week At the Library
See what programs are coming up this week in person and online at the Library!
Ward 1 | Mt. Pleasant Library
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Art Club: Stamps | Saturday, Mar. 4, 1 p.m.
Adorn a free tote bag with handmade stamps! Learn to make your own rubber stamps and put them to use.
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Ward 2 | Georgetown Library
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Georgetown Library Friends Book Sale | Saturday, Mar. 4, 11 a.m.
Join the Friends of the Georgetown Neighborhood Library for their 2 day used book sale
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Ward 3 | Cleveland Park Library
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Winter Warming Yoga | Tuesday, Feb. 28, 4:30 p.m.
Let’s move our bodies together! Kids ages 2-12 are invited to learn how to cultivate healthy lifestyle habits by exploring breathwork, self-soothing techniques, and mindfulness.
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Ward 4 | Petworth Library
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Spanish Conversation Circle | Thursday, Mar. 2, 7 p.m.
Practice your Spanish in a conversational setting! Beginner, intermediate and fluent speakers welcome.
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Ward 5 | Lamond-Riggs/Lillian J. Huff Library
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Here’s the Stitchuation | Friday, Mar. 3, 3 p.m.
Share your knitting skills or learn new ones while making projects for those in need - all experience levels welcome.
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Ward 6 | Southwest Library
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Film Discussion Club | Tuesday, Feb. 28, 12 p.m.
Enjoy an award-winning short film (30 minutes or less) followed by a friendly conversation about the film afterwards.
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Ward 7 | Rosedale Library
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Teen Creative Corner | Wednesday, Mar. 1, 4 p.m.
Interested in developing your artistic talents? Join other teens for a peer-to-peer discussion and workshop!
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Ward 8 | Anacostia Library
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Anacostia Street Chess | Wednesday, Mar. 1, 1 p.m.
Budding chess master or new player - join the Anacostia library for games ranging from a five minute blitz to one-hour!
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Central Library | Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library
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Black Studies Book Club | Saturday, Mar. 4, 2 p.m.
Explore, engage, and discuss books from and relating to the Black radical tradition. Read classics from authors such as Martin Luther King JR., Malcolm X, WEB Dubois, James Baldwin, Audrey Lorde, as well as lesser known and contemporary works.
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Find all upcoming programs in your library or online on our calendar!
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 Searching for a new job, training opportunities to advance your career, or considering a different career path? DC Public Library is proud to partner with Career Coach DC, an initiative from the DC Workforce Investment Council, which offers free and personalized career coaching including:
- Tools and strategies for a more effective job search
- Identifying educational and training opportunities, including help with registration and enrollment
- Addressing challenges that make it difficult to work or attend school
Services are available to District of Columbia residents ages 18 and up. For more information visit their website, or contact Career Coach DC at (202) 989-1002 and careercoach@dc.gov.
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 The Smithsonian is celebrating Music HerStory with a panel discussion on the history of zines as a grassroots medium, the impact of the riot grrl movement on modern zine creators and the role libraries and archives play in preserving this material. Join them virtually on Feb. 28 at 7 p.m. for a closer look at these unique documents and their growing popularity now. Featuring panelists:
- Allison Wolfe, co-creator of Girl Germs, Bratmobile, and Riot Grrrl
- Molly Neuman, co-creator of Girl Germs, Bratmobile, and Riot Grrrl
- Osa Atoe, creator of Shotgun Seamstress
- Michele Casto, librarian, People’s Archive, DC Public Library
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