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Beach Reads: Nonfiction about the Ocean
Check out one of these fascinating books on the briny deep and the secrets it holds.
Go For The Gold with Olympic Reads!
There is still time to get on the podium for Discover Summer! With the 2024 Summer Olympics in full swing in Paris, France, it is the perfect time to check out these great titles for all ages that explore the history of the Olympics and the stories of iconic athletes.
The 2025 Dublin Literary Awards
Learn about the award and get a peak at some of the novels in the running for DC Public Library's 2025 nomination.
Upgrade Your Summer Gathering with your Library Card
The summer season comes with ample opportunities to meet up with friends, family and neighbors at your home, in a neighborhood park or right on your block. Upgrade your hosting game with FREE resources, available with your DC Public Library Card!
Five Perfect Reads for Disability Pride Month
July is Disability Pride Month, the 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). These five fascinating books spotlight the world before the ADA, the efforts that led to its passage, how far we've come since then and barriers that remain.