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Share your signature bakes with the Arlington community.

Reflections on the role of libraries in recovering from and remembering September 11.

Ann Friedman, library director from 1995-2006, reflects on the response of libraries in the aftermath of the September 11 attacks.

In Memoriam: Wendell Berry (1934-2026).

Submit your artwork by September 28.

Each square tells a story from our community.

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Introductory research resources tailored to K–5 students.

Find trustworthy research sources like articles, e-books, news and videos.

Read contemporary and archival coverage from United States news sources.

Watch documentaries, interviews and more from PBS, BBC, HBO and A&E.

Update to a modernized app with a few new features.

The events of September 11, 2001 in New York City, Shanksville and Arlington shocked the country.

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Update to a modernized app with a few new features.

Honoring a community leader, activist and friend of the Library.

We appreciate all of your support.

The library remains open, but construction will cause parking adjustments.

Central Library hosts an all-ages celebration for the nation’s 250th anniversary.

This July, design and print a star for free with The Shop makerspace.

Director Kresh reflects on LGBTQIA+ history.

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Prioritize your brain health with the Library’s resources.

Maintenance projects affect elevators, parking and restrooms at Central Library beginning Jan. 15.

Submit poetry or spoken word to perform by June 14, 2026.

Snapshots of local life in the ’80s and ’90s.

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Diane Kresh received the 2026 Torch Award for Ethical Leadership.

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My reflections on poetry throughout American history.

Shop the sale April 16-19 and support library programs and collections.

Submit a recipe for Arlington’s Community Cookbook by August 23, 2026.

Deadline extended! Submit artwork for Arlington’s Community Cookbook by May 17, 2026.

Director Kresh highlights standout figures for Women’s History Month.

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Permanently installed at Central Library.

Add a favorite library memory to our online map celebrating 250 years of libraries in the U.S.

1941–2026

Those who try to erase history will fail.

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Libraries, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. Join us for the Nation’s 250th anniversary.

Arlington Reads turns 20 with a star-studded food lineup.

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Books I recommend to others.

Books that flew under the radar

Top circulated titles

Evening hours changes at four locations.

Don’t touch that dial.

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Always Free. Always Open. Always Dependable.

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Find support and community through free programs and resources.

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Virginia voting rights

Women’s Suffrage Movement

How to best Maximize your Libby account.

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Remembering the late Kitty Clark Stevenson.

August 1-November 4, 2025

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

Budget-related changes begin in July.

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

Come as you are for events, books & more.

June is Pride Month.

An appreciation to Dr. Carla Hayden.

Learn about Arlington educator Katherine Mosley Ross.

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August 1 – November 4, 2025

On exhibit at Cherrydale Library, May- August 2025

On exhibit at Glencarlyn Library, May 5 – June 5, 2025

On exhibit at Aurora Hills Library, May 5 – August 23, 2025

On exhibit at Central Library, May 6 – August 28, 2025

On exhibit at Columbia Pike Library, May 13 – August 2025

On exhibit at Westover Library, May – August 2025

On exhibit at Courthouse Library, May 6 – August 2025

On exhibit at Shirlington Library, May 7 – August 12, 2025

Edmond and Alice Fleet forged successful careers facing barriers.

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

Available to stream until May 11.

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To Daffodils!

Stories from patrons lifelong and new.

Women’s History Month

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Learn about Ralph Collins and the cab company he started.

A guide to resources.

Katie Lettie and Vincent Bauer will tie the knot at Central Library!

The library is here to help.

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

On exhibit at Cherrydale Library, January – April 2025

There is much more work to be done.