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Tarrant County announced on Nov. 24, 2020, that it has extended its mask order through Feb. 28, 2021. This is the third extension of the order, originally issued on June 25, 2020.

Information on receiving a COVID-19 vaccine in Tarrant County.

In January, Jessica Brewer will be teaching the community how to make amigurumi, which are crocheted stuffed yarn creatures, through free virtual and in-person classes.

Storytimes are back and we have many different options that everyone can enjoy!

This year the Arlington Public Library is offering Arlington citizens two options to receive free help in preparing their taxes.

Not sure what you should check out next? Give us a little info about what you like and our librarians will place a recommendation on hold for you. 

How do you find great children's books with diverse characters that are written by diverse authors? We are here to help!

Makerspace in-person classes are back for both adults and teens!

Latest News

Sat, January 16thLibrary on Topic: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Every year the City of Arlington joins cities across the country to participate in the MLK Day of Service on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. This year the program and events are virtual but are still focused on walking the dream that Dr. King placed ...

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Thu, January 14thPreparing your 2020 Taxes at the Arlington Public Library

Editor's note: The times for AARP appointments at the George W. Hawkes Downtown Library have been adjusted to 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

This year the Arlington Public Library is offering Arlington citizens two options to receive free help in preparing the...

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Wed, January 13thIMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT RECEIVING A COVID-19 VACCINE FROM THE ARLINGTON FIRE DEPARTMENT

The Arlington Fire Department is operating a COVID-19 vaccine site as part of the City’s ongoing effort to #ProtectArlington and Tarrant County during the coronavirus pandemic. The City of Arlington, working in cooperation with Tarrant County Publ...

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Tue, January 12thArlington First City in Country to Achieve GBAC STAR Facility Accreditation for Municipal Buildings

The City of Arlington has achieved Global Biorisk Advisory Council® (GBAC) STAR™ accreditation, the gold standard for prepared facilities. Arlington is the first city in the United States to be recognized for implementing the most stringent protoc...

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Thu, December 31stBest of 2020: Staff Recommendations

We’ve experienced a lot of changes this year, but one thing that did not change was the amazing selection of books published in 2020. From children's picture books to young adult fantasies this year provided something for all.  

Picture books...

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Online Resources

New Year, New Goals

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The happiness project : or, why I spent a year trying to sing in the morning, clean my closets, fight right, read Aristotle, and generally have more fun
Badass-habits-:-cultivate-the-awareness,-boundaries,-and-daily-upgrades-you-need-to-make-them-stick
Badass habits : cultivate the awareness, boundaries, and daily upgrades you need to make them stick
Martha-Stewart's-very-good-things-:-clever-tips-&-genius-ideas-for-an-easier,-more-enjoyable-life
Martha Stewart's very good things : clever tips & genius ideas for an easier, more enjoyable life
The-home-edit-life-:-the-no-guilt-guide-to-owning-what-you-want-and-organizing-everything
The home edit life : the no-guilt guide to owning what you want and organizing everything
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Think like a monk : train your mind for peace and purpose every day
Tiny-habits-:-the-small-changes-that-change-everything
Tiny habits : the small changes that change everything
Dream-big-:-know-what-you-want,-why-you-want-it,-and-what-you're-going-to-do-about-it
Dream big : know what you want, why you want it, and what you're going to do about it
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Unapologetically ambitious : take risks, break barriers, and create success on your own terms

Try Something New!

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All sewn up : 35 exquisite projects using appliqué, embroidery, and more
Mending-matters-:-stitch,-patch,-and-repair-favorite-denim-&-more
Mending matters : stitch, patch, and repair favorite denim & more
Simple-geometric-quilting-:-modern,-minimalist-designs-for-throws,-pillows,-wall-decor-and-more-/|cLaura-Preston,-founder-of-Vacilando-Quilting-Co.
Simple geometric quilting : modern, minimalist designs for throws, pillows, wall decor and more /|cLaura Preston, founder of Vacilando Quilting Co.
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The art of stone painting : 30 designs to spark your creativity
15-minute-watercolor-masterpieces-:-create-frame-worthy-art-in-just-a-few-simple-steps
15-minute watercolor masterpieces : create frame-worthy art in just a few simple steps
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Paint pouring : mastering fluid art
Stained-glass-making-basics-:-all-the-skills-and-tools-you-need-to-get-started
Stained glass making basics : all the skills and tools you need to get started
Fabulous-modular-origami-:-20-origami-models-with-instructions-and-diagrams
Fabulous modular origami : 20 origami models with instructions and diagrams