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After summer school ends, the library will partner with the "Foundation for Strengthening Families" as a host site for the USDA Summer Food Service.

This service is for families with children ages 1-18.

Program Basics:
Pickup Food @ Washington Public Library between 4:00-6:00 p.m.
Food Service begins Monday, June 29 and runs on Mondays until public school starts.
Includes 7 Days of Breakfast & Lunch.
Includes FRESH Fruits, Vegetables & Dairy!
At pickup, children’s names and ages are required.
No Registration.

about 4 hours ago, Nelson Appell

USDA Summer food service ad with a picture of a plate of fruits & vegetables

Here are some more photos from Friday night's Summer Reading Kickoff party.

2 days ago, Nelson Appell

Friday night's Summer Reading Kickoff party with the Show-Me Dinosaurs was amazing - thank you for such a great turnout. And thank you to the Show-Me Dinosaurs. We were assured they were gentle dinosaurs; and they didn't bite even one person.

If you haven't signed up for summer reading challenge yet, you still can! https://www.washmolib.org/o/wpl/page/reading-challenges

2 days ago, Nelson Appell

The weather report is bouncing all over the place today. Rain or shine, the summer reading kickoff is happening. The crafts are ready, the dinosaurs are on their way. The party starts at 6:00 p.m.

3 days ago, Nelson Appell

Art Club is always doing something interesting with older teens and adults. This month we're going to do some acrylic painting and be following along with this YouTube tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E_iVAaD1McI.

We will have out our normal supply of canvas and paints, both acrylic and watercolor. If you don't want to follow along with the video, please feel free to come and create something different.

Art Club meets Thursday, May 28, in the meeting room at 6:00 p.m.! Ages 16 & Up. https://www.washmolib.org/o/wpl/events?id=56008701

5 days ago, Nelson Appell

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!

6 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. )

6 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

10 days 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.

19 days 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.

19 days 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!

25 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."

27 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.

28 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.

about 1 month 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 1 month 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 1 month 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.

about 1 month 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!

about 1 month 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!

about 1 month 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

about 1 month ago, Nelson Appell

The missouri book festival, where stories come to life