The DC Public Library is the place to check out books and other materials for free for both yourself and your host kids. There are many branches located throughout the city. Also, there are more than 15 million free online movies, eBooks, music, and more available online for cardholders.
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Free Classes for Kids and Adults
The DC Public Library offers loads of free classes for kids and adults including yoga, adult coloring, ESL conversation circles, kid crafts and many special seasonal activities. (They offer a lot more kid-friendly activities during the summer when kids are on vacation.) Check out the library event calendar for classes throughout the city. And don’t forget- they’re free!
ESL Conversation Circles*
- Mt. Pleasant Library’s “Let’s Speak English”: Join the Conversation Circle held on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6-8 pm to improve your English and chat with new people.
- Georgetown Library’s English Conversation Group: The Washington English Center offers free English Conversation Classes to adults by on Mondays and Wednesdays from 10 am to 12 noon.
Library Branches Located Near Our Cluster Area
Cleveland Park Library Upcoming Events
Georgetown Library
Lamond-Riggs Library Upcoming Events
Mt. Pleasant Library Upcoming Events
Petworth Library Upcoming Events
Shepherd Park Library
Takoma Park Library
Tenley-Friendship Library
West End Library