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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 hour 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!

6 days 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."

8 days 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.

9 days 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.

13 days 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

14 days 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.

16 days 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.

21 days 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!

24 days 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!

25 days 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

25 days 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.

26 days 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

26 days 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

27 days 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.

28 days 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/

about 1 month ago, Nelson Appell

Kate Klise, Keynote Speaker on Saturday April 18, 2026

The VIPs (Volunteers in Parks) were at the library today, pruning and readying the library's landscaping for Spring. Thanks to the volunteers for serving the community on a crisp, beautiful Spring morning.

about 1 month ago, Nelson Appell

Great news! Patrons can now access archives of the Missourian from 1965 to 2018 in PDF format. This service can only be accessed from within the library. You can use the library's public computers or your own portable laptop/tablet, so long as you are in the library building. This database can be found under Newspapers in our Research & Learn webpage: https://www.washmolib.org/o/wpl/page/research-learn . Ask a staff member if you need assistance.

about 1 month ago, Nelson Appell

Washington Missourian Archive 1869-2018 with a photo of an old Missourian front page

The library has added Playstation 5 games to the collection. These are two-week checkouts. They are on display at the main circulation desk with the Nintendo games. You can see the titles in our online catalog.

about 1 month ago, Nelson Appell

The library has had a native flower garden at the entrance for years. And now we have a sign explaining what the garden is! Thank you to the Parks Department for setting this up.

about 1 month ago, Nelson Appell