Author Archives: Manya

Of all the time I’ve spent outside of the U.S., most of that time has been in Mexico. From the first time I visited, I fell in love. I’ve spent most time traveling on my own but we decided to try an all-inclusive resort this year. And while I enjoyed it, it did not feel likeContinue reading “Playa del Carmen, Mexico”

I sent this note to the 400 Public Services staff at DCPL: Hi everyone,   It’s been a week since the presidential election and I know many people are still processing what the change in administration will mean for D.C. and the country. I want to echo what Rich said in his Friday update—for DCPLContinue reading “A note about the election”

This was a hard week for many people I know and love. Not to say it wasn’t hard for me, but while I’m nervous about the future, I am very locally focused and I know I do everything I can do every day to serve my community. And that’s really all I can focus onContinue reading “Election (go to your library!)”

A little over 10 years ago, the District of Columbia made an incredible investment in the crumbling infrastructure of the DC Public Library. Since then, DCPL has built new or renovated 16 of the 26 locations. This week, we opened our 17th new library. The Woodridge branch is in NE DC and is on aContinue reading “Opening of new DCPL branch”

DC Public Library recently abolished all fines and fees for kids 19 and younger. If you’re interested in doing something like this at your library, join me for the Urban Libraries Council webinar Library Fees: To Forgive or Forget. I’ll be presenting along with San Jose Public Library Director, Jill Bourne. More information here.

So I’ve been to all 26 branches of the DC Public Library but I didn’t take pictures. Here I am, cycling back around…this time with pics. This the LEED-gold certified Shaw Library.

    While staying at my cousin’s house in Glendale, I stumbled on Brand Park and the Brand Branch of the Glendale Public Library. High in the hills and absolutely gorgeous.