A promotional image for DC Public Library's National Library Week, April 19-25, 2026. Text reads "What sparks joy for you at the library?" and encourages sharing library experiences on "I Love My Library" cards. The image features three scenes: someone using a computer in a library, another examining a book, and a person holding library materials smiling.

National Library Week is here! What sparks joy for you at the library? Stop by your neighborhood library, fill out an I Love My Library Card, and share what you love about DCPL. https://bit.ly/4dV5zMU

A colorful poster for an event titled "Ask a D.C. Candidate: A Mayoral Forum." The event is scheduled for Monday, April 20, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the MLK Library Auditorium. The background includes an illustration of people holding a sign reading "We ♥ D.C." amidst nature-themed elements like trees and flowers. An RSVP link is mentioned in the bio section.

🔴 LIVE “Ask A D.C. Candidate: A 51st Mayoral Forum”

🗓️ Monday, April 20 | 6:30–8:30 PM

Hear from candidates and learn more about ranked-choice voting ahead of D.C.’s open mayoral race, in partnership with The 51st. https://bit.ly/4sQSfgn

This image announces the closure of the Shaw/Watha T. Daniel Library for renovations starting Monday, May 18. It highlights plans to create a brighter, welcoming space, improve navigation, and add nature-inspired features. Customers are invited to visit the MLK Library at 901 G St. NW. There's an option to see more details on the library's website. The image includes the exterior view of a modern building at night with colorful lighting.

The Shaw Library will be closed starting Monday, May 18 for renovation. This refresh will create a brighter, more welcoming space with improved flow, expanded areas for children, teens, and adults, and calming, nature-inspired design elements. https://bit.ly/4cTiLkm

Sure, here's a suitable alt text description: "Advertisement for Goodmaps app featuring a mobile phone displaying navigational instructions for the MLK Library. Text reads: 'Navigate The MLK Library With Ease! Find the nearest restroom, meeting space, or department you want to visit and navigate there with a responsive, accessible app.' App store icons for download are shown. Logos for DC Public Library and Museum & Library Services are present.

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. https://bit.ly/4ejRyVy

Promotional banner for LinkedIn Learning, featuring a joyous individual using a laptop. Includes DC Public Library logo and text offering unlimited access to a library of instructional videos. Visit dclibrary.org/research-learn for more details.

Spring is your sign to try something new ☀️ With LinkedIn Learning, get unlimited access to 16,000+ high-quality videos taught by industry experts—covering everything from creative skills to the latest tech tools. https://bit.ly/3K5OdgD

This image is a promotional poster for Jazz Appreciation Month. It features a photo of a person, labeled as a jazz pianist named Paul Lay, against a background with musical notes. The text mentions an International Jazz Day Celebration at the MLK Library on Thursday, April 30. It advertises a master class and a live concert with the Duke Ellington School for the Performing Arts Jazz Combo. Logos for the D.C. Public Library and Villa Albertine are included.

Celebrate Jazz Appreciation Month at the MLK Library with award-winning pianist Paul Lay on April 30. 🎷

🎹 Master class: 3–4:30 PM
🎶 Concert: 6:30–8 PM

Featuring students from Duke Ellington School for the Performing Arts.
🎟️ Register here: https://bit.ly/3Q3hn5X

Event poster for a book discussion at the DC Public Library, featuring "The Voice in My Head is God" by 2 Chainz. Includes images of 2 Chainz and Quicksilva. Event scheduled for Friday, May 11 at 7 p.m. at the MLK Library, with registration required. Presented by MahoganyBooks.

Grammy-winning artist 2 Chainz comes to DC for a powerful conversation on purpose, faith, and the choices that shape your life—joined by DJ Quicksilva discussing The Voice in My Head Is God.

🗓️ May 1 | 7 PM
📍 MLK Library
🎟️ Registration required: https://bit.ly/4clTsY3

Five people smiling and holding up T-shirts at an outdoor market. The T-shirts have various slogans in Spanish and English. A table in front is filled with more shirts. Trees and a clear sky are in the background.

A bustling outdoor market scene shows people browsing tables filled with books and items. Trees and buildings line the background, with vibrant red and yellow umbrellas scattered throughout. The atmosphere is lively and communal.

It’s always great to spot our Friends of the Library out in the city! Thank you for everything you do to support our community. Want to get involved? Join the Friends of the Library and make an impact. 📚 https://bit.ly/3S1pYVG

Looking to learn a new language? Try Mango Languages, an interactive online resource providing audio tutorials to practice reading, listening and speaking in over 70 different languages.

📘 https://bit.ly/3YVzT0e

A person holds a smartphone displaying the DC Public Library mobile app interface. The screen shows options such as "Upcoming Holiday Schedules," "My Account," "Locations," and "Digital Resources." In the background, a laptop is visible. The bottom banner promotes downloading the app from Apple App Store and Google Play Store, with their logos displayed.

📲 Access the Library anywhere, anytime. Download the DC Public Library app today and keep your books, holds, and digital reads right at your fingertips!

Digital Navigators promotional poster. It reads, "Get Help with Tech" and lists services: using computers, laptops, & phones; filling out online forms & applications; email & internet; PDFs & printing; and anything else about technology. At the bottom, it notes these services are available at 8 neighborhood library locations. The DC Public Library logo is included.

Group tech classes not your thing? 📵 No worries—get 1-on-1 support from a Digital Navigator! 💻📱 They can help you build tech skills, use devices, and access online resources.

📍 Find locations & make an appointment: https://bit.ly/4csRdQL

Image of a map background with a U.S. passport to the right. The text reads, "Passport Acceptance Office, DC Public Library, dclibrary.org/passports."

Summer plans loading… ☀️🌎 Don’t let your passport be the reason you stay home. Stop by the Passport Acceptance Office at MLK Library and get travel-ready for your next adventure ✈️

Learn more: https://bit.ly/49e3maF

The image is a promotional poster for "Teen Wednesdays @ DC Public Library" with the headline "Creativity is Power." It features three individuals: one holds a megaphone, another wears a hat, and the third holds a sign that reads "Together We Rise!" The background is colorful, with abstract patterns. The poster includes event details: April 15 at Mt. Pleasant Library (4:30-6:30 PM), April 22 at Lamond-Riggs Library (4:30-6:30 PM), and April 29 at MLK Library (4:30-6 PM). There's mention of free food, music, art-making, and prizes. Logos for sponsors like DC Department of Parks and Recreation and Pepco are visible.

Calling all creative teens in DC—explore go-go culture, talk about real issues, and create art for the future you want to see. (Free food provided)

📍 At select DC Public Library locations
🗓 April 15, 22, 29
⏰ 4:30–6:30 PM

Registe today: https://bit.ly/4mxT4Jo

This image is a promotional poster for an author talk event featuring the novel "Sentient" by Michael Nayak. It includes a photo of an individual and the book cover showing abstract artwork. The event is scheduled for Saturday, May 9 at 2 p.m. at Chevy Chase Library, with Politics and Prose set to provide book sales. The event address is 5625 Connecticut Ave, NW, Washington, D.C. 20015. Logos of DC Public Library and Politics and Prose are also present.

Author Talk: Michael Nayak returns to discuss SENTIENT

Sat, May 9 | 2–3pm
Chevy Chase Library

An Antarctic research base, a spreading parasite, and mounting paranoia—this sci-fi thriller explores survival, fear, and a threat that may not stay contained beneath the ice.

Poster for the Cherry Blossom Arcade Indie Showcase. The event is on Saturday, April 18, from 1 to 5 p.m. at MLK Library. It invites gamers, developers, and video game enthusiasts to play indie games and meet creators, emphasizing a family-friendly atmosphere. The poster features an arcade machine, a cherry blossom tree, and is recommended for ages 10+. Hosted by DC Public Library and IGDA DC.

🎮🌸 Cherry Blossom Arcade 2026 with IGDA DC

🗓️ Saturday, April 18 | 1–5 PM
📍 MLK Library

Explore 20+ indie games made by local developers, meet the creators, and celebrate DC’s gaming community. From prototypes to polished hits—there’s something for everyone (ages 7+).

A promotional image for "Live on the Rooftop: Jasmine Mans, An Evening of Poetry" event. It provides details of the date and time as Tuesday, April 28, at 7 p.m., located at MLK Library Rooftop Garden. Additional performers listed are Amuche The Poet, Ife, j.a. dennis, Jenari, Lemonade Dream, Pierre, and Too Much Talent Band. The DC Public Library logo is featured.

🌸 Jasmine Mans: Live on the Rooftop

Apr 28, 7PM | MLK Library

Powerful spoken word from Jasmine Mans alongside local and emerging poets shaping today’s literary voice. Original performances, reflection, and a closing dedication to her latest collection. https://bit.ly/484itEz

An advertisement for the Arab American Heritage Festival at MLK Library, featuring live music, art, and food on April 18 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Includes activities like calligraphy and henna art, with a special guest author, Carrie Younis Maslen. The image shows a table with colorful decorations and cultural items. Logos for DC Public Library and Arab America Foundation are present.

TODAY! Celebrate National Arab American Heritage Month 🌙

🗓️ April 18 | ⏰ 11 AM – 4 PM
📍 MLK Library

Fashion, food, music, a traditional souq, family activities + a special performance by Muath Edriss 🎶 Learn more: https://bit.ly/4ddDiAO

A promotional image for DC Public Library's National Library Week, April 19-25, 2026. Text reads "What sparks joy for you at the library?" and encourages sharing library experiences on "I Love My Library" cards. The image features three scenes: someone using a computer in a library, another examining a book, and a person holding library materials smiling.

National Library Week is almost here! What sparks joy for you at the library? Stop by your neighborhood library, fill out an I Love My Library Card, and share what you love about DCPL. https://bit.ly/4dV5zMU

A documentary film poster titled "Bird Walk" by Cintia Cabib. It features photos of individuals with cameras, in a forest setting, and a bird perched on a branch. Text includes event details: a free screening and conversation with the filmmaker on Saturday, April 18, at 2 p.m., at MLK Library Auditorium in Washington, D.C. Logos for DC Public Library and DC Bird Alliance are displayed at the bottom.

Discover a hidden birding oasis 🐦

Filmmaker Cintia Cabib presents a screening of Bird Walk at the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library—followed by a discussion.

🗓 April 18
⏰ 2–3:30 PM

Explore how a community came together to protect a vital bird habitat in Rockville.

🖥️ Need a quiet spot to work or study? Reserve a meeting or study room at DC Public Library today! Spaces also available for private events at MLK Library. https://t.co/LTswZS96yg

This image is a promotional poster for Jazz Appreciation Month presented by Villa Albertine and DC Public Library. It announces an International Jazz Day celebration featuring pianist Paul Lay on Thursday, April 30 at MLK Library. The event includes a master class on technique and creativity at 3 p.m., and a live concert with the Duke Ellington School for the Performing Arts Jazz Combo. The poster has a photo of Paul Lay and a retro design with musical note graphics.

Celebrate Jazz Appreciation Month at the MLK Library with award-winning pianist Paul Lay on April 30. 🎷

🎹 Master class: 3–4:30 PM
🎶 Concert: 6:30–8 PM

Featuring students from Duke Ellington School for the Performing Arts.
🎟️ Register here: https://bit.ly/3Q3hn5X

A flyer for the DC Board of Elections announces Ranked Choice Voting Townhalls. It features a schedule with dates, times, and locations: - April 2, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m., Capitol View Library - April 4, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Petworth Library - April 7, 4 - 8 p.m., Lamond-Riggs/Lillian J. Huff Library - April 15, 4 - 8 p.m., MLK Library - April 18, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Woodridge Library - April 22, 4 - 8 p.m., Shepherd Park/Juanita E. Thornton Library - April 28, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Shaw/Watha T. Daniel Library - April 30, 4 - 8 p.m., Southwest Library It includes logos for DC Public Library and DC Board of Elections.

🗳️ April is a great time to get election-ready! Build your voting confidence at the DC Board of Elections Ranked Choice Voting Townhall—learn how RCV works & ask your questions.

Learn more: https://www.dclibrary.org/civic-learning-library

The image is a notice about April holidays and closures for DC Public Library. It states that the library will be open on Thursday, April 16, for Emancipation Day and closed on Friday, April 24, for staff professional development. The footer mentions that the library is accessible online at dclibrary.org.

📅 DC Public Library will have several closures and adjusted hours throughout the month. Please check our website for the latest updates before you stop by.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/42fDOs6

The image is a promotional banner for "Books from Birth" by DC Public Library. It shows a person reading to a child, both wearing face masks. The text offers a free book monthly for children under five in Washington, D.C. There is a registration link and logos of DC Public Library and the DC government. The background is light blue with colorful book graphics.

Start your child’s reading journey early with Books from Birth—in partnership with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. Sign up and your child will get a FREE, age-appropriate book in the mail every month until age 5!

➡️ Register today: https://bit.ly/492C8CD

The image is a promotional poster for "Teen Wednesdays @ DC Public Library" with the headline "Creativity is Power." It features three individuals: one holds a megaphone, another wears a hat, and the third holds a sign that reads "Together We Rise!" The background is colorful, with abstract patterns. The poster includes event details: April 15 at Mt. Pleasant Library (4:30-6:30 PM), April 22 at Lamond-Riggs Library (4:30-6:30 PM), and April 29 at MLK Library (4:30-6 PM). There's mention of free food, music, art-making, and prizes. Logos for sponsors like DC Department of Parks and Recreation and Pepco are visible.

Calling all creative teens in DC—explore go-go culture, talk about real issues, and create art for the future you want to see. (Free food provided)

📍 At select DC Public Library locations
🗓 April 15, 22, 29
⏰ 4:30–6:30 PM

Registe todayr: https://bit.ly/4mxT4Jo

Two people are sitting on a colorful bench engaged in conversation. The image promotes "Friendship Bench DC," offering free and confidential sessions for empathetic listening. Contact information and library locations in Anacostia, MLK Jr., Mt. Pleasant, and Woodridge are provided. Logos for DC Public Library, HelpAge USA, and Friendship Bench are displayed at the bottom.

Friendship Bench DC offers free, one-on-one support with trained “Grandparents” who listen without judgment.

Available at Anacostia, MLK, Mt. Pleasant & Woodridge.
Learn more: https://bit.ly/4qBzTP8

This image is a promotional poster for "Star Wars Day" at MLK Library. It displays film posters of "Rogue One," "A New Hope," "The Empire Strikes Back," "Return of the Jedi," "Solo," and "Spaceballs." The text states that every Monday in May will feature screenings at specific times, with no film on Memorial Day. It mentions the event is for all ages and includes the DC Public Library logo. The background features space-themed graphics and a character from Star Wars.

May the Mondays be with you 🎬 Every Monday in May is Star Wars Day at MLK Library! Movie times vary—check the calendar for details: dclibrary.org 📚

A poster from DC Public Library detailing April holidays and closures. It states that all locations will be closed on Sunday, April 5, and Friday, April 24, for staff professional development. A location in each ward will be open on Thursday, April 16, for Emancipation Day. The library is open online at dclibrary.org.

📅 DC Public Library will have several closures and adjusted hours throughout the month. Please check our website for the latest updates before you stop by.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/42fDOs6

This image promotes the MLK Library Flea Market, inviting local vendors for an event on Saturday, June 6, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. It includes photos of vendor tables displaying accessories, clothing, and crafts. The bottom left features the DC Public Library logo, and there's a large, decorative megaphone on the left.

DC Public Library is hosting its first Flea Market on Saturday, June 6, from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. outdoors in front of the MLK Library!

DMV-area vendors are invited to sign up to participate! Fill out the Application by Friday, May 8 ➡️ https://bit.ly/4vsvjq0

Adults… don’t think we forgot about you. Our Summer Reading Challenge is coming soon—and yes, there will be prizes involved.