photo by kelly bell photography
From DCPL:
“All DC Public Library locations will be closed on Friday, April 24 for a staff development day. (more…)
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1630 7th Street, NW photo by Mr.TinMD
I cannot tell you how old this makes me feel, having chronicled the construction/opening of this building back in 2010…
From the DC Public Library:
“The Shaw/Watha T. Daniel Library will be closed for renovation starting Monday, May 18. The last day of service will be Sunday, May 17. (more…)
3617 Fessenden Street, NW
“Dear PoPville,
We just installed a little free puzzle library in front of our home yesterday, and would love to let folks know. It is at 3617 Fessenden St NW (between Connecticut and Nebraska Ave NW).“
901 G Street, NW
Ed. Note: Not the point, obviously, but did they really have to screw this into the tree…?
“Dear PoPville,
Here’s a pic of new signage on the block of G Street NW between 9th and 10th, home to the flagship MLK DC library. People sleep in front of the library at night but they clear out the front of the building in the morning. (more…)
Jackie wrote in and is getting her letter back this weekend:
“It was written by my paternal grandma (who just celebrated her 90th birthday). I cannot believe this letter was found! The person is incredible for going to these lengths to return it to me. I can’t believe I’m able to get this letter back. (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
A couple years ago, I randomly took a copy of Ann Patchett’s “State of Wonder” out of a Little Free Library in NW. I have my favorites but I can’t be sure exactly which one, or exactly when this was. Probably in Mt. Pleasant or Columbia Heights, circa 2024. Today I flipped through for the first time and discovered this beautiful handwritten letter from a grandmother to her granddaughter, Jackie, dated August 23, 2003, tucked inside.
It says: (more…)
Nice.
From the DC Public Library:
“We’re thrilled to announce a brand-new service at the MLK Library: the Notary Public Commission! Whether you’re finalizing a Power of Attorney, verifying copies of your ID, or handling real estate paperwork, our notary is here to help with a wide range of eligible documents. Just head to the 2nd floor on the second and third Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. – no appointment needed! (more…)
intersection of Kansas, Upshur and Georgia Ave, NW
From the DC Public Library:
“DC Public Library will begin renovating the Petworth Library on Friday, Dec. 12. The goal of this renovation is to maintain the existing facility and provide a refresh that will ensure the library continues to meet evolving neighborhood needs. The library is working with Chiaramonte Construction Company and Moya Design Partners for design and construction.
Petworth Library will temporarily close for this project. The last full day of service will be Thursday, Dec. 11.
Project Goals (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
Our Little Free Library, which sits in front of the Alma Thomas House at 1530 15th St NW, has been featured a few times on PoPville, and we really appreciate the Logan Circle neighborhood’s enthusiasm for the library and for our curation efforts. What we don’t appreciate is the periodic vandalism. A few years ago, (more…)
courtesy Penguin Random House
From an email:
“WHAT: The Banned Wagon provides hundreds of free copies of banned or challenged books to community members on their tour. Guests will be able to select one book for free (while supplies last). In addition to the free copies of those books, attendees will be able to take further action by sending a note to local representatives through Penguin Random House’s partnership with EveryLibrary.
WHO: Powered by Penguin Random House, in partnership with EveryLibrary and First Book
WHEN + WHERE: (more…)