Author Event: Linda Ruth Lee – Way Beyond
With unflinching honesty and emotional depth, Linda Ruth Lee invites readers into her journey through shame, secrecy, and resilience. As a fifteen year old teenager facing an unexpected pregnancy in […]
With unflinching honesty and emotional depth, Linda Ruth Lee invites readers into her journey through shame, secrecy, and resilience. As a fifteen year old teenager facing an unexpected pregnancy in […]
A fast-paced survival thriller about a group stranded on a hidden island filled with prehistoric creatures, dark secrets, and a mastermind pulling the strings. Survival isn't guaranteed-and escape may come […]
Midday at The YDC is a relaxed, inclusive daytime program designed to give families a place to connect, learn, and spend meaningful time together. Open to all school-aged children and […]
ReadStart is a twice-weekly literacy program that provides young learners with a strong foundation in early reading skills, combined with individualized tutoring support. Designed for children ages 7-12 who may need additional help in fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension, this program aims to boost reading confidence, close literacy gaps, and foster a lifelong love of reading. […]
ReadStart is a twice-weekly literacy program that provides young learners with a strong foundation in early reading skills, combined with individualized tutoring support. Designed for children ages 7-12 who may […]
This two-week celebration (April 10 - 25, 2026) brings book lovers together across the region, reminding us how much joy there is in gathering around books and in showing up […]
Centered around four emergency hospitalizations for "behavioral health" over the course of eight years, Dark Nights of The Soul newly honors the turmoil of trying times -while supplementing them with […]
More than a historical account, No More Worlds to Conquer is a personal exploration that bridges the past and the present. Gilmore, who was born and raised in DC, illuminates this history and reflects on his own place in its literary tradition. This multigenerational account will resonate with poetry enthusiasts, local DC scholars, and anyone […]
This first Volume of Artists of the Shenandoah Valleyprovides an in-depth look at the most talented creatives working out of theShenandoah Valley in Virginia and West Virginia. An often overlooked group ofartists, this collection presents a vibrant and multifaceted selection of theart world, showcasing inspiration and ideas from across the big valley.
ReadStart is a twice-weekly literacy program that provides young learners with a strong foundation in early reading skills, combined with individualized tutoring support. Designed for children ages 7-12 who may need additional help in fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension, this program aims to boost reading confidence, close literacy gaps, and foster a lifelong love of reading. […]
See the history of more than seventy Black communities lost in Virginia. Read the story of a 135-year-old church and the meaning behind land passed down through generations. These stories show the strength and impact of Black families before and after slavery. Perfect for history lovers and older readers, this collection brings forgotten voices back […]
A Heavy Metal History Lesson is the world’s first collection of stories that delve into the historical events and figures that inspired ten different heavy metal songs. Art has long served as a vessel for history—whether through poetry, musicals, literature, or film—presenting world history to the masses, with varying degrees of accuracy. A Heavy Metal […]