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The Library Wedding Approaches!

Katie and Vincent tie the knot July 12 at Central Library.

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Director’s Message: Collections Updates

Budget-related changes begin in July.

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Summer Reading 2025: Share the Love with Your Library

Earn Nationals tickets, enter a weekly prize drawing and more.

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Director’s Message: Taking Pride in Stride

Come as you are for events, books & more.

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Celebrate WorldPride And Pride Month With Us

June is Pride Month.

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Director’s Message: The Librarian of Congress, Dr. Carla Hayden

An appreciation to Dr. Carla Hayden.

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Appreciating Arlington Educator Katherine Mosley Ross

Learn about Arlington educator Katherine Mosley Ross.

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Appreciating Arlington Educator Katherine Mosley Ross

Learn about Arlington educator Katherine Mosley Ross.

Sharing the Love: Edmond and Alice Fleet

Edmond and Alice Fleet forged successful careers facing barriers.

Ellen M. Bozman at 100

April 21, 2025, marks Ellen M. Bozman’s 100th birthday

A group of eight people stands together on a small stage in front of large windows, smiling at the camera. They hold two framed items—one is a historical document with maps and text, and the other is a framed portrait of a bearded man. Colorful blue, green, and yellow balloons decorate the space above them, celebrating Glencarlyn Library's 101st birthday.

Glencarlyn Library’s 101st Birthday

Stories from patrons lifelong and new.

The Friendly Cab Company

Learn about Ralph Collins and the cab company he started.

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Sharing the Love: Elizabeth and Edmund Campbell

Read about Elizabeth and Edmund Campbell’s contributions to Arlington.

Our Lady Queen of Peace

Read about Arlington’s historic Black Catholic church.

Edu-Futuro: Preserving Latino Culture in Arlington

Read about Arlington’s Latino Culture.

Happy Birthday to Smokey Bear!

Read about Smokey Bear and a prominent local artist.

Swimming Away The Dog Days

Learn about Stuart Paine and swimming in Arlington County.

Pride Month Collection Spotlight: The Jay Fisette Papers

Learn about former Arlington County board member, Jay Fisette.

Lessons From Nature

Learn about two Arlington women who advocated for environmental education.

Life of an Arlington Hall Student

Learn about Paula Strother, a student at Arlington Hall Junior College for Women.

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Then and Now: Chinn Funeral Service

Learn about the Chinn Funeral Service.

Inner Ear Studio

Learn about the origins of Inner Ear Studio.

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Staff Picks

link to catalog record for "Everything is an Emergency"

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder can seem like a simple personality quirk to those who don't live with it, but New Yorker and MAD Magazine cartoonist Katzenstein's graphic memoir introduces readers to the complexity of growing up and living with OCD.

Alex Z

Arlington Public Library

2025-07-10T08:57:02-04:00

Alex Z

https://library.arlingtonva.us/testimonials/everything-is-an-emergency/

Spooked!

Fake news might be a trending topic today, but in 1938 (when radio was a major source for news), a Sunday night drama started a national panic. This look at "The War of the Worlds" is perfect for families, it's exciting, has just enough background & lots to talk about.

Nico P

Arlington Public Library

2025-07-03T13:32:58-04:00

Nico P

https://library.arlingtonva.us/testimonials/spooked/

The Cat I Never Named

Amra's true story of survival during the Bosnian Genocide is one ultimately fueled by hope and love—of family, friends and, indeed, one incredible cat. Haunting and unforgettable.

Andrea W

Arlington Public Library

2025-06-26T12:25:19-04:00

Andrea W

Amra's true story of survival during the Bosnian Genocide is one ultimately fueled by hope and love—of family, friends and, indeed, one incredible cat. Haunting and unforgettable.

https://library.arlingtonva.us/testimonials/the-cat-i-never-named/

Fat Ham

When Juicy - young, black, queer, sensitive, and emotionally aware - runs into the vengeful ghost of his dead father at a family barbecue, he is determined not to let his version of Hamlet play out as written by Shakespeare.

Alex Z

Arlington Public Library

2025-06-26T12:23:46-04:00

Alex Z

https://library.arlingtonva.us/testimonials/fat-ham/

Rabbit Chase

A non-binary Anishinaabe middle schooler wanders off on a field trip and has an Alice in Wonderland adventure. They spend time with spirits trying to stop development of their land while also dealing with being bullied for being non-binary. Wonderful illustrations.

Mike N

Arlington Public Library

2025-06-12T10:47:49-04:00

Mike N

https://library.arlingtonva.us/testimonials/rabbit-chase/

The Emperor and the Endless Palace

Three spirits are doomed to repeat their story of love and betrayal through the centuries. Chapters alternate between Han dynasty court intrigue, a Qing dynasty innkeeper, and modern day circuit parties as Huang mixes mythology, history, and tragic love in this sweeping tale.

Jennie R

Arlington Public Library

2025-06-12T10:51:06-04:00

Jennie R

https://library.arlingtonva.us/testimonials/the-emperor-and-the-endless-palace/

Woman, Eating

Lydia is 23 years old and dealing with her mother, her job, her crush, her multi-racial identity. She’s also a vampire who has run out of pig blood and is very hungry. This book is a unique take on struggling to find a place in the world despite the obstacles women face.

Michelle M

Arlington Public Library

2025-06-12T10:53:11-04:00

Michelle M

https://library.arlingtonva.us/testimonials/woman-eating/

A Study in Scarlet Women

We all know Sherlock Holmes: enigmatic detective, solving the crimes of 19th century England. But what if Sherlock was actually a woman operating as a man in order to use her clever mind in a sexist society? Thomas's clever re-do of a well known character does not disappoint.

Kate M

Arlington Public Library

2022-08-04T12:04:19-04:00

Kate M

https://library.arlingtonva.us/testimonials/a-study-in-scarlet-women-2/

Pashmina

Pri Das is an Indian American teen whose mother keeps secrets about her past; Pri wants to learn about India, but her mother refuses to talk. When Pri discovers a magical red pashmina scarf that transports her to India, will her mother's secrets be revealed?

Carol S

Arlington Public Library

2017-12-20T17:35:38-05:00

Carol S

https://library.arlingtonva.us/testimonials/pashmina/

The Choice

In this moving memoir, Eger details her long journey to physically and emotionally heal after surviving Auschwitz, fleeing communism, and immigrating to the US. Eger uses her life and psychological training to offer advice and hope on living with trauma.

Jennie R

Arlington Public Library

2025-05-08T10:01:09-04:00

Jennie R