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Takoma Park Maryland Library @library.takomaparkmd.gov · 01/09/2026

This weather is like an Animorphs book where instead of becoming something cool — like a tiger or pangolin — you turn into steamed vegetables. To learn more about climate change, visit your local (hopefully air-conditioned) public library :D

Takoma Park Maryland Library @library.takomaparkmd.gov · 26/08/2026

One of our staff (the elder millennial ofc) just re-watched the film High Fidelity, and we will now be making Top 5 lists for anything we feel like ranking. This is probably the only time we will encourage people to argue with us.

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Takoma Park Maryland Library @library.takomaparkmd.gov · 25/08/2026

😭 Y'all, we are not okay over here 😭 Besides being a beautiful songwriter and all-around delightful human, Dolly Parton was one of this country's most beloved supporters of reading and literacy 💔

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Takoma Park Maryland Library @library.takomaparkmd.gov · 18/08/2026

Reminder: The Library will be closed for staff development this Thursday, 20 August. No programs will be held that day, nor study room reservations. We will reopen with regular hours on Friday, 21 August.

Yellow and green text on a blue background reads: "The Library will be CLOSED Thursday, 20 August for staff development. Come back and see us on Friday, 21 August for our normal operational hours." An icon showing two hands connected by a ring with a book and gear wheel inside is on the bottom right to emphasize the learning component of the closure.

Takoma Park Maryland Library @library.takomaparkmd.gov · 10/07/2026

While we're not officially picking a national team to win the Men's World Cup, we *are* embracing the meme-ification of Erling Haaland. Can you find all 6 of them in the Library? We'll give you a clue to start:

A cutout of Norway's Men's National Team striker Erling Haaland points to a laminated purple sign that says, "This is a Whispering Zone" in English and "Esta es una zona de susurros" en español

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Takoma Park Maryland Library @library.takomaparkmd.gov · 06/07/2026

Lots of anniversaries lately, but we're still thinking about the 1,978th anniversary of the (first) burning of the Library of Alexandria.

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Takoma Park Maryland Library @library.takomaparkmd.gov · 02/07/2026

We put a list together of some books to help ride out this heatwave — all of them feature winter imagery for some escapism from this climate change-exacerbated nonsense❄️☃️❄️

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Takoma Park Maryland Library @library.takomaparkmd.gov · 01/07/2026

Your favorite neighborhood **indoor** entertainment will be open regular hours today (Wed), tomorrow, and Sunday! Anyone else thinking a little too much about that Jack London story "To Build a Fire?" 🫠

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Takoma Park Maryland Library @library.takomaparkmd.gov · 18/06/2026

Reminder: The Library will be closed for the Juneteenth holiday tomorrow, 19 June, and Saturday, 20 June. We will reopen for regular hours on Sunday, 21 June.

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Takoma Park Maryland Library @library.takomaparkmd.gov · 17/06/2026

In case anyone was wondering if people still do things away from these cursed screens, the answer is "Yes!" Spend some time **offline** with us every 1st and 2nd Thursday evenings of the month — the next one is coming up on July 2nd. Join a neighbor's game, or bring your own!

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Takoma Park Maryland Library @library.takomaparkmd.gov · 13/06/2026

Coming up at 4pm today: author Steve Majors will talk about his most recent book, Man Made: Searching for Dads, Daddies, Father Figures, and Fatherhood. Join us for a reading and Q&A here in the Library's Program Room!

Takoma Park Maryland Library @library.takomaparkmd.gov · 05/05/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, & we have a display full of books to help when you're Not Okay. If you don't love the idea of neighbors watching you check out the display? Email us, & we can put some books together, check them out to you, & you can pick them up with no one the wiser.

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Takoma Park Maryland Library @library.takomaparkmd.gov · 04/05/2026

May the Fourth be with you! (And also with you) Sorry, it's muscle memory ... we may or may not have some PKs ("preachers' kids") on staff. Fear not; the library is still very much a secular setting. We just enjoy how much the Dark Side fears the power of Whimsy.

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Takoma Park Maryland Library @library.takomaparkmd.gov · 22/04/2026

Celebrating National Library Week as a library feels a little like telling people, "IT'S MY BIRTHDAY," which is legit an introvert nightmare. We will, however, accept gifts in the form of: • Emails to admin about how your library staff is awesome. • Our stuff returned. • To us. • On time.

Takoma Park Maryland Library @library.takomaparkmd.gov · 20/04/2026

If you need a friendly place to hang out on May 1 where you don't have to buy anything, consider: ✨your local public library✨ Some of us have even put lists of helpful books together for occasions such as this (check the link) 📚

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Takoma Park Maryland Library @library.takomaparkmd.gov · 17/04/2026

We love Radius Books so much, because they know that art is for everyone! We just unpacked this new shipment, and it's full of incredible visual storytelling. And, instead of living on someone's coffee table, these will be on our shelves in the coming weeks so the whole community can enjoy them.

Takoma Park Maryland Library @library.takomaparkmd.gov · 17/04/2026

We love reading in print, and we're so glad others do, too! Screens are great, but nothing beats a real book. If you'd like to take a break from doomscrolling and fill your head with something other than whatever The Powers That Be are up to these days, you know our staff has great recs :D

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Do Americans read print books, e-books or audiobooks more? | Pew Research Center

Most U.S. adults read books, with print still favored over digital formats, though e-book and audiobook use has grown. Habits vary by demographics and few join book clubs.

Takoma Park Maryland Library @library.takomaparkmd.gov · 26/03/2026

Trying not to think about all the ways that Big Tech is using your data? If you are considering divesting from companies that don't align with your values, we have a program for that! Join us at 6pm on April 1st and/or April 8th for one or both sessions.

On a green background, the following narrative text is featured: "Workshop on Ethical Tech: A free workshop for those who want to choose more ethical everyday tech. 1 April *and* 8 April, 6pm. Takoma Park Maryland Library, Program Room. With Bill Crandall presenting. 2 sessions." Alongside the text are a tablet, a laptop, and a smart phone using navigation.

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Takoma Park Maryland Library @library.takomaparkmd.gov · 16/03/2026

Stay safe, friends! We will be closing early along with other City facilities today.

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City of Takoma Park @takomaparkmd.gov · 23/02/2026

City offices and facilities, including the Community Center and Library, will be opening at 10:30am Tomorrow, Monday, February 23. The Takoma Park Recreation Center will open at 2:30pm. Yard Waste Collection will occur as scheduled. All programs beginning after 10:30am will proceed as scheduled.

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Takoma Park Maryland Library @library.takomaparkmd.gov · 06/02/2026

Our condolences to everyone missing our colleague. Fobazi Ettarh changed the way many of us view libraries for the better. Her legacy lives on wherever library workers question vocational awe in favor of finding ways to engage more fairly and sustainably with our work. She will be deeply missed.

Takoma Park Maryland Library @library.takomaparkmd.gov · 26/01/2026

Hi, Readers -- we are closed again tomorrow and miss you already!

Takoma Park Maryland Library @library.takomaparkmd.gov · 25/01/2026

Stay safe and warm, fellow Readers! We are closed again on Monday, January 26.

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Takoma Park Maryland Library @library.takomaparkmd.gov · 24/01/2026

This includes the Library. Stay safe and warm, fellow readers! We will update with any news about Monday as soon as we know the plan.

Takoma Park Maryland Library @library.takomaparkmd.gov · 20/01/2026

If you're looking for Saturday plans that involve books and cats, you're going to want to check out the library this coming weekend for Kitty Book Nook! More information in our Events Calendar: takomapark.libcal.com/event/15649894

Photos of cats are interspersed with text that reads, "Takoma Park Maryland Library: This SAT 1/24 12-3pm. Meet adoptable cats, check out cat books & have a cup of tea!"

Takoma Park Maryland Library @library.takomaparkmd.gov · 18/12/2025

Mark your calendars to join the Library and @chesapeakeclimate.bsky.social on January 7, 2026 for a screening of the film adaption of Mike Tidwell’s book The Lost Trees of Willow Avenue, by filmmakers Richard Hall and Simone Fari. A discussion and book signing with the author will follow.

An image of the cover of Mike Tidwell's book The Lost Trees of Willow Avenue sits to the left of text reading, "Local author event, Mike Tidwell, with the Chesapeake Climate Action Network, January 7, 2026, 7pm, Takoma Park Maryland Library"

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Takoma Park Maryland Library @library.takomaparkmd.gov · 01/12/2025

The Short Story (Not a Book) Club December selection is: **"Cuisine des Mémoires," by N. K. Jemisin** Thursday, December 18, at 630pm in the Program Room. ... maybe bring a snack. There's going to be a lot of food talk. More details on our event page here: takomapark.libcal.com/event/15278417

Graphic shows the December 2025 Short Story (Not a Book) Club selection, which is "Cuisine des Mémoires" by the amazing N. K. Jemisin.

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Takoma Park Maryland Library @library.takomaparkmd.gov · 25/11/2025

It's been a heavy year, and while 2025 still has a few weeks left, we're feeling reflective. We're so thankful for our patrons, Friends (yay, Friends! ftpml.org), a new building, good books, and did we mention our patrons?? We really love y'all, Takoma Park ❤️

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Takoma Park Maryland Library @library.takomaparkmd.gov · 11/11/2025

The Library will be closed tomorrow, November 11, for the Veterans Day holiday. Regular hours will resume on Wednesday, November 12 -- see you then!

Takoma Park Maryland Library @library.takomaparkmd.gov · 06/11/2025

Did you know that all of the tables in our main reading room were made by a local artist out of trees from the original building site? Shoutout to Treincarnation for crafting pieces that are truly stunning at all hours, and especially when sunlight comes through the clerestory windows.

Image captures a closeup view of a wooden table surface that includes natural grain patterns and colored resin details

Takoma Park Maryland Library @library.takomaparkmd.gov · 01/11/2025

The Friends of the Takoma Park Maryland Library book sale will open shortly for Friends members (you can join on the spot for early access!) and at 10am for the general public. Come get some books this lovely morning! Proceeds directly support library programs we all know and love ❤️

Takoma Park Maryland Library @library.takomaparkmd.gov · 28/10/2025

Question: Now that NaNoWriMo is gone (RIP 😭), are people still planning on doing National Novel Writing Month this November? And, more importantly, who would be interested in a midnight write-in at the library on November 30 to get that final wordcount??

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Takoma Park Maryland Library @library.takomaparkmd.gov · 13/08/2025

We are still closed, but the move is happening, and every day is a day closer to reopening! If you have ever thought about joining a book club but haven't had the time to read a whole book, consider joining us for the Short Story (Not a Book) Club starting in September — third Thursdays at 630pm.

Origami birds surround the words "Short Story (Not a Book) Club, Third Thursdays, 630pm, Takoma Park Maryland Library, 101 Philadelphia Avenue. Selection for September 2025: 'The Paper Menagerie,' by Ken Liu. https://takomapark.info/ or library@takomaparkmd.gov for more info"

Takoma Park Maryland Library @library.takomaparkmd.gov · 29/07/2025

Today is our last day open on New Hampshire Ave 😭 At 8pm tonight, we will close for about a month to pack, relocate, and reopen in our beautiful new building at 101 Philadelphia Ave. Come stock up on books, and we will see you again on the other side 📚❤️📚

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Takoma Park Maryland Library @library.takomaparkmd.gov · 17/07/2025

Looking for an afternoon activity this Sunday, 20 July, that blends history, art, and science? We are thrilled to be hosting a visiting photography conservation scholar who will lead a hands-on workshop on Reviving Traditional Photography! More info here: takomapark.libcal.com/event/14919728

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[Off-Site] Reviving Traditional Photography: Hands-on Workshop in Historical Printing Techniques

Join Dr. Rasha Shaheen, Fulbright Visiting Scholar at the National Archives, for a unique hands-on workshop exploring 19th-century photographic printing techniques, including...

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Takoma Park Maryland Library @library.takomaparkmd.gov · 23/04/2025

#WorldBookDay is 365 days/year in our library, but we hope that the rest of the world is picking up a book today to celebrate, too 📚 Come visit us to browse and check out something that looks interesting ... maybe un libro nuevo en español, or a title for Arab American Heritage Month?

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A display of books for Arab American Heritage Month

Takoma Park Maryland Library @library.takomaparkmd.gov · 23/04/2025

We love our local independent bookstores! Pro tip: You don't have to choose between libraries and bookstores. This is a «¿Por qué no los dos?» situation (why not both?).

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Takoma Park Maryland Library @library.takomaparkmd.gov · 08/04/2025

Today is #NationalLibraryWorkersDay 📚 We stand in solidarity with Library Workers impacted by IMLS cuts, state & local legislation intended to suppress freedom of speech, & movements to ban or restrict access to works of literature & scholarship. Your work is meaningful. Thank you for doing it.

Takoma Park Maryland Library @library.takomaparkmd.gov · 01/04/2025

If you don't have a library card (also: come get a library card!) there are some great resources online with no paywalls so you can geek out on American #filibuster history. Case in point: Project Gutenberg's full text of "By-Ways of War: The Story of the Filibusters" by James Jeffrey Roche

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By-Ways of War: The Story of the Filibusters by James Jeffrey Roche

Free kindle book and epub digitized and proofread by volunteers.

Takoma Park Maryland Library @library.takomaparkmd.gov · 01/04/2025

Curious about the history of the filibuster as @booker.senate.gov begins hour 15 on the Senate floor? We've got some great resources in our new online catalog to check out as you watch a filibuster happen in real time! takoma.aspendiscovery.org/Union/Search...

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