A lively conversation with the owner and operator of Freddie’s Beach Bar, Arlington’s only LGBTQ+, straight friendly restaurant and bar.

Shirlington and Westover Branches will be open for Express Library Service.

Summer Reading: Food For Thought Runs June 1 Through September 1

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

Learn more about our County iconography.

A book rec for each day of May!

The Arlington Council on Human Relations was to improve the economic, civic, and racial conditions in Arlington County.

May is National Biking Month, and to celebrate, let’s take a look at Arlington’s decades-long history of bicycle enthusiasm!

Series kicks off May 18 at Central Library.

Civil rights activist, educator, and founder of the Joan Trumpauer Mulholland Foundation.

We hope to open Aurora Hills and the newly renovated Columbia Pike Branches during July.

Interview with Rayfield Barber

Laila Lalami discusses her life, her work, and the question, “What does it mean to be American?”

Did you know that Arlington was once home to one of the country’s most popular sodas?

Exciting updates to share….

Library Services are closed on Sunday, April 4. Services will resume on Monday, April 5.

Interview with Gregory Bolton

William Augustus Rowe (1834-1907) was a pivotal figure in the early development of the Green Valley/Nauck community.

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

Arlington native Roberta Flack is known worldwide for her voice, songwriting, and musical ability.

Nguyen Ngoc Bich (1937-2016) was a pivotal Arlingtonian in commercial and community affairs alike.

15-minute browsing and holds pickup.

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

Margaret Troxell (1909-2002) was a pioneering local journalist who helped found the Northern Virginia Sun.

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

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

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

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

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

Some of Arlington’s first black legislators include George Lewis Seaton, John B. Syphax, and Alfred William Harris.

Online Library events including Arlington Reads with Author Jenny Offill will take place as scheduled.

Thousands of books, straight from our hearts to your hands.

Browsing and holds pickup.

Interviews with Lance Newman and Michael Jones

The Library catalog and accounts system will undergo a scheduled upgrade.

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

Holds set to expire on Sunday, Jan. 31 will be extended through Monday, Feb. 1.

Share hope with your community through words and art!

George Melvin Richardson (1913-2015) was an African-American educator, school principal, WW II U.S. Army officer, and civic leader.

Sugar, Spice and Oh That Book Looks Nice!

The Library catalog and accounts system will undergo a scheduled upgrade.

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

At Shirlington and Westover; opening date not set.

eBooks and eAudiobooks currently do not appear in the Library catalog.

We’ve created a new kind of book list to mark the end of 2020 this year….

What books had Arlington readers seeking escape, solitude, or calm in 2020?

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

Leonard “Doc” Muse (1923-2017), was an African-American pharmacist and social activist, and the owner of Green Valley Pharmacy.

You’re the best. Yes, YOU!

Arlington was home to a racetrack that drew thrill-seekers and daredevils.

Cook up a character, bake a backstory, and taste these tomes!

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

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

Hall’s Hill Volunteer Fire Department

Storytimes designed to help your child learn reading readiness.

Interviews with Ann Rudd and Andy Lee

Preparations underway for new Library Express Service at two locations.

Congratulation to this year’s winners!

“Just Another Nightmare”

“A Plain Man”

“Company Calls”

“Tireless proponent for fair and affordable housing in Arlington County.”

No longer offered as of July 2021.

Take a look at how voting in Arlington has changed over the years.

Having a gourd time with your library!

Covid-19 and FY2021 Budget Impacts.

Check your library account to confirm your current hold status.

Deposit your Mail Ballot at one of the new 24-Hour, secure Ballot Drop Boxes.

“He provided free medical services to the most disadvantaged in Arlington…”

Un programa para todas las edades. Lectura de cuentos y canciones.

A tireless advocate for progress in Arlington County.

The Great Fight to Win the Vote

Prizes will be awarded for best Adult, Teen and Kid/Family pumpkin!

How has Arlington changed over the past 100 years?

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