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Can't make it to the library this week? You can still register for summer reading challenge online:

Unearth you story this summer - at the library!

27 days ago, Nelson Appell

Summer Reading Challenge begins today. Register at the library and pickup summer reading logs - or register and track your family's reading progress using the library's Beanstack software. (You can also download the beanstack app by going to your app store. )

27 days ago, Nelson Appell

Summer reading program signups start Tuesday, May 26. You can pickup tracking sheets at the library starting May 26. If you track your reading challenge progress using Beanstack software, you can pre-register today. https://www.washmolib.org/o/wpl/page/reading-challenges

about 1 month ago, Nelson Appell

Franklin County resident Lynda Doepker will speak at Washington Public Library on July 9 about How to Pay for College and her book, "The Calm College Method." She recently interviewed on KMOV to discuss the book she co-authored with Lisa Rouff. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mMeOFXp74a8

Click for more information on her program at the library.

about 1 month ago, Nelson Appell

The American Iris Society is setting up in the library meeting room today, May 13. The irises will be on display for the public from 12:30 pm - 4:00 pm.

about 1 month ago, Nelson Appell

Summer is approaching fast. It's time to start planning your summer reading program!

Unearth a Story this summer at the library!

about 2 months ago, Nelson Appell

Unearth a Story Summer Reading Challenge

Thanks to all the families who turned out and made lightsabers on May 4. As Yoda would say, "With you, May the fourth be."

about 2 months ago, Nelson Appell

peeking underneath darth mauls mask to find dobby

The library will be closed on Friday, May 8 from Noon to 6pm for staff development. We will re-open on Saturday, May 9 at 9:00am. Thank you for your patience.

about 2 months ago, Nelson Appell

On Wednesday May 13, stop by the library and take a peak at the irises on display in the library meeting room. Brought to you by the Iris Club.

Add to your calendar.

about 2 months ago, Nelson Appell

Soft pink and white iris with a twinge of yellow

Monday May 4th is lightsaber Make N Take day at the library, while supplies last. The librarians created an incredible display to celebrate. Stop by and pay your respects to Darth Dobby, the dark house-elf of the library. https://www.washmolib.org/article/2828178

about 2 months ago, Nelson Appell

Due to the predicted weather, the April 27 meeting of the Library Board of Trustees has been postponed. The rescheduled meeting will be held Monday May 4 @ 6:00 p.m. in the library's conference room.

about 2 months ago, Nelson Appell

April 27 Library Board Meeting is postponed to May 4

The Social Worker will be at the library Thursday, April 23 from 9am - 2pm. If you need any help, come to the library between 9am-2pm. No appointments.

Her next date at the library is in two weeks - May 7.

2 months ago, Nelson Appell

Social Worker Announcement - April 23, 2026, 9am-2pm

Thank You to everyone who came out Saturday for the 2026 MOBookFest @ Washington Public Library. The weather cooperated (eventually). We saw lots of smiling faces, were entertained by Fredbird's manic energy, petted a baby wallaby, ate K-Bop Korean BBQ, gave away free books to kids, celebrated books and stories, and we even found Waldo!

2 months ago, Nelson Appell

Fredbird and the Library Director/Festival Co-Chair

Where's Waldo - Mayor Doug is on the stage with Chef Adjo

Authors and their books at Neighborhood Reads

Minion and his handler outside the library

The storms were fierce last night, but the main tent stands. The rain has stopped in Washington, and the forecast is a steady progress towards sunny skies. MOBookFest is happening!

2 months ago, Nelson Appell

It's happening today! MOBookFest 2026 kicks off this morning, Saturday April 18, at 9am. Come on out and enjoy the celebration of reading, books and Missouri culture.
https://www.washmolib.org/o/wpl/page/festival-programs

2 months ago, Nelson Appell

The missouri book festival, where stories come to life

Thank you to Jess from Little Lost Kitchen for leading last night's tasting of food from Puerto Rico. It looks delicious. To see more Community Reads events, check the website.

2 months ago, Nelson Appell

Award-winning children's book author Kate Klise is the keynote for this year's Missouri Book Festival. To listen to Kate Klise's MOBookFest interview on KMOX, click on the link.

https://www.audacy.com/kmox/podcasts/0eae2c711c4a1eac5bfc1431c3cb3252/episodes/a_midwest_chldrens_book_aithor-8277667

2 months ago, Nelson Appell

The MOBookFest big tent and main stage are setup in the parking lot. It's almost here. https://www.washmolib.org/o/wpl/page/missouri-book-festival

2 months ago, Nelson Appell

Due to hosting the 2026 MOBookFest, the library will be busy & loud on Saturday April 18. Events will take place on both floors of the library. The parking lot will be closed. Please plan accordingly if you need to use the library.

Public Computers will be available. The library will be open for browsing and checkouts.

The library will be back to normal on Sunday, April 19, Noon-4pm.

2 months ago, Nelson Appell

Attention: The library will be busy on Saturday April 18

Give a listen as Keynote Speaker Kate Klise talks about the Missouri Book Festival with Missourinet. Cameron Conner talks with Missouri children’s author Kate Klise to find what hidden gems await and shares her books on display. MOBookFest: Saturday, April 18 2026, 9am - 2pm at Washington Public Library.

https://www.missourinet.com/2026/04/08/missouri-book-festival-returns-to-washington-april-18-listen/

2 months ago, Nelson Appell

Kate Klise, Keynote Speaker on Saturday April 18, 2026