Join us as we celebrate the birthday of Eric Carle, author of The Very Hungry Caterpillar and other fantastic books.
On Monday, June 25 from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., we will enjoy some of Eric Carle's famous stories, color pictures from his books and have some birthday cake while watching a movie of his stories.
In the quiet, relaxed environment of the Dorothy I. Height/Benning Neighborhood Library, on Thursday, May 17, Metro TeenAIDS will offer free, confidential HIV testing to teens and adults, ages 13-24 (though no one will be turned away).
The test is very short and can save your life.
Representatives will also be on hand to share vital information about how to live healthier.
This program will be held every third Thursday of the month from 4:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. in the small conference room.
Cinco de Mayo or the 5th of May, commemorates the Mexican Army's 1862 victory over France at the Battle of Puebla during the Franco-Mexican War (1861-1867). The Dorothy I. Height/Benning Library will celebrate the culture and heritage of Cinco de Mayo with stories, activities and movies on Saturday, May 5th.
10:30 a.m.: Ages 3 - 8
1:30 p.m.: Ages 9 - 12
Spring into fun with your favorite friends!
On May 19 at noon, we will have a screening of six fun adventure movies as Thomas and Friends, Barney, Bob the Builder, Angelina Ballerina, Fireman Sam and Kipper climb on board for some springtime merrymaking in Springtime Fun (Not Rated - 65 minutes).
All ages are welcome.
Come join us at the library on Saturday for Family Literacy Day, from noon to 3 p.m.
We will celebrate the occasion with a day of fun educational activities for children and families: FREE books, givaways and MORE!
The program is sponsored by DC Child Care Connections and Reading is Fundamental.
On Saturday, June 2, from 1 p.m.-3 p.m., we will host "Jazz FM: Maintaining Tradition," a presentation on jazz music and history in the D.C. and Baltimore areas.
With help from veteran broadcasters Miyuki Williams of WPFW-FM and George "Doc" Manning of WEAA-FM, we will explore the media's role in jazz preservation as Williams and Manning share their on-air and off-air experiences on presenting jazz music and related cultural offerings in their communities.
This program/event is free and open to the public.
Ms. Vicki Fleming, certified etiquette trainer for children, will be holding classes for youth ages 6-8 in the month of May.
Though activities that encourage learning through movement and interaction with their peers, Fleming's classes will be address topics such as rudeness, good hygiene and teasing, in a conversational, upbeat and relaxed manner.
Classes will include role-playing, so children can practice practice proper manners and good social skills before encountering real-life situations.
Lessons will take place in the Children's Room:
On Wednesday, June 6 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., Smithsonian Anacostia Community Museum and the DC Youth Poetry Slam Team presents a screening of Louder Than a Bomb, a 2010 documentary by Greg Jacobs and Jon Siskel.
The film highlights an annual high school team poetry slam competition with teens from 60 Chicago-area schools. The DC Youth Poetry Slam Team will perform their amazing poetic compositions before the film's screening.
All programs are free and open to the public.
Join us Monday, April 30, from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. for stories and music to introduce children to the wonders of Duke Ellington, one of the most famous jazz musicians and composers.
Ages 3-5.
For more information, please call 202-281-2583.
Come and join us at the Dorothy I. Height/Benning Neighborhood Library on Saturday, March 10, from 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. for fun stories from the first books ever written.
We will be exploring with chalk and paint; you can tell a story of your choice on stone and in color at our program. Also, discover our new family literacy program "FLIP" for take-home fun family actives for parents and children.
All programs are free and open to the public. Please call for more information.
