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Columbia Pike Branch Library - Arlington

816 S. Walter Reed Drive, Arlington, VA 22204

Monday 10am - 9pm, Tuesday 1pm - 9pm, Wednesday 10am - 9pm, Thursday 10am - 6pm, Friday and Saturday 10am - 5pm, Sunday 1pm - 9pm

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A warm and inviting branch of Arlington's Public Library system in Virginia.

The Columbia Pike Branch Library is smaller than Central Library but has plenty of reading nooks for kids, plus stuffed animals and educational toys to keep them entertained. This branch also has a popular summer reading program for students below fifth grade. Its regular programs inspire kids to read, move, play games, create artwork and learn foreign languages. 

For a bite to eat walk up and make a right on Columbia Pike, The Lost Dog Cafe has delicious pizza and sandwiches to eat in or take out. Neighborhood gem, William Jeffrey's Tavern, is less than half a mile from the library, just turn left on Columbia Pike.  If you have a car, Northside Social Cafe is a short drive away. If your looking for a nice easy hike to do with the kids, drive ten minutes to Roosevelt Island. The hiking is beautiful and you're sure to see some wildlife. 

 

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Randi Banks
Randi (Betts) Banks grew up in New York and graduated from Trinity College in Hartford, Connecticut. She moved to Washington, D.C. more than thirteen years ago with her husband, Eaghmon, and they love to explore the area and seek out adventure, now with their two young children along for the ride. Growing up right near the beach, they are happiest when on or near the water, so exploring the rivers, lakes, and streams in the greater DC area is a favorite pastime for their family. In addition to serving as one of the Washington, DC area ambassadors, Randi is also the Editor in Chief and Co-founder of happyly.
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