Ashburn Library

All branches will be closed Monday, Oct. 12, for Indigenous Peoples Day. Regular service resumes Tuesday, Oct. 13, at 9:30 a.m.

Our digital resources are always available at library.loudoun.gov/online.

In September, over 3,000 patrons unlocked a world of stories with their very first LCPL cards, including many children who now hold their first-ever library card! At Ashburn, these new cardholders celebrated by adding a paper link to our favorite books chain.

From LEGO books and the FoxTrot series to Llama Llama and Peppa Pig, titles in LCPL's catalog have already created special experiences for these young readers.

Search our catalog today to find your next unforgettable read: catalog.library.loudoun.gov

This week, a photographer shares stories from his Antarctic expedition, a U.S. Navy veteran connects his ancestor's story with the broader Chesapeake struggle for independence, and author Derek Baxter tells the global story of the American Revolution.

Also, guitarist Osvaldo Gold comes to the Cascades Library for a performance that blends melodies and rhythms from across Latin America.

Featured programs: https://buff.ly/TyCUyjU

Thank you to everyone who submitted work for this year's Novel Expressions Art Contest. We received a record 193 total submissions. Next, our judges will begin evaluating work across all three divisions, and we will notify finalists by Wednesday, Oct. 14.

Everyone is invited to celebrate the finalists' artwork at the Novel Expressions Art Contest Gala on Saturday, Nov. 7! See the link below for details.

https://buff.ly/9B8MUhX

Novel Expressions Art Contest Gala Celebrate the artists of the 2026 Novel Expressions Art Contest.. Event starts at November 7, 2026 1:00 PM EST

We will be having a Pop-Up Passport Fair at the Ashburn Library from 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 2!

Apply for new passports for yourself and your family. Trained staff can take photos onsite, assist with forms, and file paperwork with the U.S. State Department.

As a parent or guardian, it's not easy to decide when the time is right to introduce your kids to the online world. No matter when that time comes, know that the library is the perfect place to start! With an LCPL card, you'll get access to education and entertainment platforms with age-appropriate content, including:

- Freegal: A music streaming app with a children's genre.
- Hoopla and Kanopy: Turn on Kids Mode to find movies, TV shows, and much more.
- Just for Kids Streaming Video Collection
- Libby: The juvenile selection is loaded with audiobooks and eBooks for ages 0-12.
- LOTE4Kids: Storytimes in over 200 languages.

Find your safe place online today at https://buff.ly/UXvgJmT.

This week, take a detailed look at three architects who set the stage for modern architecture, identify birds of prey, and jam to a blend of string and percussion instruments at a live music show.

Also, was the Civil War a second American Revolution? A local historian walks us through key events and political dynamics that led to the Civil War.

Featured programs: https://buff.ly/Fh2LOyN

This week, Dr. An Di Yim reveals how forensic experts use skeletal remains to identify bodies, gauge the time since death, and assess injuries to solve real-world cases.

Also, author Richard Bell shares a sweeping story about the global actors and international stakes of the American Revolution.

Featured programs: https://buff.ly/VzyhIaj

The tenth annual Eat Local Read Local is just around the corner. To celebrate, we're hosting over 70 local authors selling their latest titles, including 30 books published this year!

Swing by Cascades Library on Saturday, Oct. 17, to meet the authors, buy books, and grab a bite to eat from Cupcake Mafia, Two Smooth Guys, and King of Pop.

Visit the link below to learn more.

https://buff.ly/c1qdwLA

This week, discover the secret lives of the Colosseum's gladiators, and hear a mix of regional music from the hollers of Appalachia to the southern countryside.

Also, Deputy General Counsel Phil Rosenfelt of the U.S. Department of Education will join us to reflect on his career, the agency's history, and current challenges in education.

Featured programs: https://buff.ly/HTih0yE