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Library displays support the library’s mission by providing opportunities for patrons to access materials for education, information, and recreation. Arlington Public Library’s goal is to provide displays and exhibits in library facilities to high...

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Join us for a full day of genealogy research sessions in this fun and informative annual event! Speakers will be hosted in libraries across Texas and streamed to us.

All sessions are virtual and will be streamed at the George W. Hawkes Downtown L...

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This November, join the Arlington Public Library for a NaNoWriMo Young Writers program in which tweens (9-12) will work on their writing skills, set writing goals, and provide support for their peers in an encouraging environment. Meetings will be...

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Join the Arlington Public Library as we celebrate and honor those who have passed on with our Día de los Muertos Celebration. The Celebration takes place Saturday, October 29, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the East Library and Recreation Center.

Día...

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Say goodbye to overdue fines! As of October 1, 2022, the Arlington Public Library is fine free. That means patrons will no longer be charged for returning APL items past their due date. All library card holders will be free to read, watch, and lis...

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The Arlington Public Library wants to honor those that are no longer with us this upcoming Día de los Muertos. We invite the community to submit photos of their loved ones who have passed for our ofrendas. The ofrendas will be on display at the Ge...

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Get ready for the 8^th annual Book It 5k and 1-Mile Fun Run. A fundraiser created by the Friends and Foundation of the Arlington Public Library, proceeds from the race help support the Arlington Public Library. The race takes place on Saturday, Oct...

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Starting in October, Dungeons & Dragons comes to the Arlington Public Library. Connect with other Dungeons & Dragons players during free and guided sessions. Participants will learn how to play and how to use the skills learned in the game to impr...

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Join the Arlington Public Library in celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month. This nationwide celebration runs from September 15 to October 15 and honors the contributions and culture of Hispanics and Latin Americans.

The Hispanic and Latin...

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Welcome in fall by participating in Arlington Public Library’s Coffee and Tea Crawl! From Friday, October 7 through Sunday, October 9, take a trip around Downtown Arlington and visit each of the four participating coffee shops. Special postcards...

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