Loudoun County Public Library

09/04/2026

This week, become a more intentional photographer, take a detailed look at U.S. submarines, and participate in a word jar activity to create a story.

Also, Nitza Medina Peralta from LAWS Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Services leads a discussion on how to recognize a victim, how to be supportive, and where to find help.

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09/04/2026

Thanks again to everyone who participated in Summer Reading. As we plan for next year, please share your thoughts in the survey linked below. Your input guides what we expand, rethink, or improve!

https://buff.ly/DnXtkAn

09/03/2026

Local artist Ali B. Wiese offers advice for aspiring artists:

1 - Create for 5 minutes a day.
2 - Find the local art scene.
3 - Follow your creative joy.

Put these tips into action and submit your original piece to this year’s Art Contest! Show us how literature inspires your creativity for a chance to earn a cash prize. Entries are open Sept. 1–22, and all mediums are welcome.

09/03/2026

What's the best book you ever borrowed from the library?

Share your favorite title as we celebrate National Library Card Sign-Up Month!

09/02/2026

In 1949, France sent 49 railway cars to the U.S. as a gesture of friendship in the aftermath of World War II. One of those boxcars is right here in Virginia, and courtesy of The Questers organization, we now have a four-panel display at Rust Library that tells its story. Stop by and explore the exhibit!

09/01/2026

Now accepting submissions! Create an original work inspired by a piece of literature for a chance to win a cash prize of up to $200.

See contest details and submit your artwork at library.loudoun.gov/artcontest

Our annual LCPL Novel Expressions Art Contest is back! Teens and adults are invited to create and submit an original work of art by Tuesday, Sept. 22. All artistic mediums are accepted as long as they are inspired by a specific novel, short story, poem, song lyrics, or any other literary work.

09/01/2026

September is Library Card Sign-Up Month, and we're releasing three new designs to celebrate! These cards reflect Loudoun's natural beauty, represent our love for reading, and call back to our traditional tree logo and vibrant orange. We also have a fourth design in collaboration with Laufey Book Club!

Don't have a card yet? Stop by any LCPL branch — it's free and only takes a few minutes. Already a member? Ask about updating to a new design.

08/30/2026

All LCPL branches will be closed Monday, Sept. 7, for Labor Day.

You can still use your library card while we're closed! Download the Libby app (link in comments) for free to find thousands of audiobook and eBook titles.

08/28/2026

This week, experience the Appalachian Trail through the written histories of its hikers, delve into metaphysics in photography, and start learning the basics of Japanese.

Also, a local historian shares photos and stories from Loudoun's historic buildings, dating all the way back to the 1700s.

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