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BOOK LISTS →

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30 Minute Browsing at Express Libraries Starts April 12

Imposter Monster: A Beginning Workshop for "Non-Poets"

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Free AARP Tax Help - by Appointment Only

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The Public Life of African American Poets

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Increased Browsing Time at Express Libraries & Expanding Service

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Dr. Charles Drew: Taking a Stand

Dr. Charles Richard Drew (1904-1950) was a surgeon and a pioneer in the field of blood plasma preservation, storage, and transfusions.

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Oral History: Bob & Edith’s Diner

Interview with Gregory Bolton

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More to Explore: Author Rebecca Traister

Did you catch our conversation with Arlington Reads featured author Rebecca Traister?

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Examining Dr. Seuss

Taking a look at the books of our childhood with a critical eye.

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Over 3000 Magazines Now on OverDrive/Libby

Thousands of titles including the Economist, US Weekly, and the New Yorker.

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News to Use, February 2021

Vol.2, no.3 of News to Use, Arlington Public Library’s Talking Book Newsletter.

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Celebrate Women’s History Month

Commemorate the study, observance, and celebration of the vital role of women in American history.

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Center for Local History to Curate 2020 Time Capsule

A snapshot of today, as well as a gift for the future.

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Introducing Flipster Digital Magazines

Read digital magazines anytime, anywhere – on your computer, or via the app on your tablet or phone.

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Edible Books: Cookie Bookie Contest Winners

Sugar, Spice and Oh That Book Looks Nice!

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2020 Year End Reflection

So much in 2020 has changed… but our shared passion for reading, learning, and curiosity hasn’t.

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The Best of Quaranzine

You’re the best. Yes, YOU!

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Read with the Big Book Club Podcast

Over the next six weeks we’re reading the first book in Frank Herbert’s epic Sci-Fi series, Dune.

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The Library Director’s 2020 Book List, Continued

“My reading tastes shifted along with everything else in both my work and home life.”

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2020 Short Story Contest Winners

Congratulation to this year’s winners!

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Introducing Book Bundles for Kids

Pick Up 10 Picture Books or 10 Early Readers.

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2020 Pumpkin Decorating Contest Winners

Having a gourd time with your library!

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A Year of Stories and Milestones in the Fight for Women’s Suffrage

Celebrate the people and events that led up to this historic moment.

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Columbia Pike Renovation Starts Early August

The full renovation will create a significantly improved library space.

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Arlington Public Library Eliminates Overdue Fines

Minimizing barriers to using the library.

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Confronting Racism: Books, Films and More Resources

Learn more about structural racism, how to engage with and act against anti-black racism, and what you can do to fight for justice in your community.

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Interactive Food Resources Map

Find food pantries, APS Grab-and-Go meals and restaurants offering meals to families in need.

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Virtual Resume & Job Search Help

30-minute appointments with experienced volunteers.

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Video: Arlington Reads with Jenny Offill

Acclaimed fiction writer joins us for a conversation about her latest work, “Weather.”

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Video: Multiracial Coalitions in the Civil Rights Era

The Poor People’s Campaign was held in Washington, D.C., during the spring of 1968.

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Video: New APL Kids YouTube Channel

Storytimes designed to help your child learn reading readiness.

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Video: Live from Diane’s Living Room

Diane speaks with Arlingtonians who have made a difference in our community.

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Video: Book Covers Project

Artists, their books, and their creative processes.

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Video: Storytime Online

Join us for storytime on the Library’s Facebook page.

Stepping Stones to Early Literacy

Video: Stepping Stones to Early Literacy

Help your child get ready to learn to read!

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Video: Alexis Coe in Conversation with Diane Kresh

Recorded for Arlington Reads, Tuesday, April 28, 2020.

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Find a Good Book

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Black Romance

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Global Black Voices

Book Cover: The Harlem Hellfighters

WWI: The African American Experience

Book Cover: The Warmth of Other Suns

The Great Migration

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Civil Rights History

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Read-Alikes

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Book Lists for Kids

Explore books celebrating Black history and Black voices.

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Book Lists for Teens

Explore books about and for teens.

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BookFlix

Explore educational topics through favorite storybooks.

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Kids Audible

Streaming audio stories for kids, in six languages, available as long as schools are closed.

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OverDrive for Kids

ebooks and eAudiobooks for kids.

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OverDrive for Teens

eBooks and eAudiobooks for teens.

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Parent and Caregiver Support Webinars

From the Department of Human Services.

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Videos: Stepping Stones to Early Literacy

Help your child get ready to learn to read!

Kids, Teens and Families

Read and Listen

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eAudiobooks from OverDrive

Fiction, nonfiction, sci-fi, detective, romance and more.

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eAudiobooks from RBdigital

Download fiction, nonfiction, Great Courses and Pimsleur Languages.

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eBooks from OverDrive

Fiction, nonfiction, sci-fi, detective, romance and more.

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eNews

Read today’s headlines and the latest magazines.

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Literary Classics

Free from Audible Stories, as long as schools are out.

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We’ll help find your next great book.

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Book Bundles for Kids

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Virtual Resume & Job Search Help

30-minute appointments with experienced volunteers.

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COVID-19 Small Business Resources

The latest business resources, all in one place.

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File for Unemployment

Learn how to file for unemployment benefits in your state.

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Job Search Books

Networking, cover letters, resumes and interviewing.

Job and Business Help

Learn New Ideas and Skills

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Mango Languages

Pick from 71 languages, for multiple skill levels.

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lynda.com

Learn the latest commercial software, business and creative skills.

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Introduction to Coding

Interested in learning to code, but not sure where to start?

The Great Courses

Great Courses

Lectures on literature, religion, history, music, physics and more.

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Consumer Reports

Research products and services.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What services are available at Central Library?

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Basic account services: Sign up for a library card, verify new library cards, and update mailing addresses.

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Holds pickup in the Auditorium. Basic account services: Sign up for a library card, verify new library cards, and update mailing addresses.
https://library.arlingtonva.us/testimonials/what-services-are-currently-available-at-central-library/

What services are available at Express Library locations?

15-minute, in-person browsing of Library books and media.
Holds pickup.
Check out using the self-service stations.
Physically-distanced assistance for account management and wayfinding.
Basic account services - verify new library cards and update mailing addresses.

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15-minute, in-person browsing of Library books and media. Holds pickup. Check out using the self-service stations. Physically-distanced assistance for account management and wayfinding. Basic account services - verify new library cards and update mailing addresses.
https://library.arlingtonva.us/testimonials/what-services-are-currently-available-at-express-library-locations/

Where can I return my Library materials?

Return your items to the exterior book drops at any Library location except Columbia Pike, which is closed for renovation. Any material format can be returned in the book drop, including DVDs, games, dolls, etc.

Returns are not accepted in the Auditorium at Central Library.

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Return your items to the exterior book drops at any Library location except Columbia Pike, which is closed for renovation. Any material format can be returned in the book drop, including DVDs, games, dolls, etc. Returns are not accepted in the Auditorium at Central Library.
https://library.arlingtonva.us/testimonials/where-can-i-return-my-library-materials/

Is the Library accepting book donations?

While the Friends of the Arlington Public Library loves our supportive library community and greatly appreciate your desire to give us your gently used books, puzzles, games, CDs and DVDs, unfortunately they cannot accept your donations at this time.

Please wait to make book donations until we are able to process them again. If you want to support the Library and the Friends, please visit the Friends of the Arlington Public Library website to learn about other ways to help.

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While the Friends of the Arlington Public Library loves our supportive library community and greatly appreciate your desire to give us your gently used books, puzzles, games, CDs and DVDs, unfortunately they cannot accept your donations at this time. Please wait to make book donations until we are able to process them again. If you want to support the Library and the Friends, please visit the Friends of the Arlington Public Library website to learn about other ways to help.
https://library.arlingtonva.us/testimonials/is-the-library-accepting-book-donations/

Why are returned items still on my account?

For safety reasons, we quarantine returned material for at least 24 hours.

If over 7 days have passed since you returned your library items and they remain on your account, please use this form to tell us which items you returned, and we’ll update your account.

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Arlington Public Library
2021-03-22T12:37:30-04:00

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For safety reasons, we quarantine returned material for at least 24 hours. If over 7 days have passed since you returned your library items and they remain on your account, please use this form to tell us which items you returned, and we’ll update your account.
https://library.arlingtonva.us/testimonials/why-are-items-i-returned-still-on-my-account/
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