Starting on Wednesday, November 22, more than 20 public libraries in all eight wards are offering free COVID-19 rapid tests for pick-up to D.C. residents.

Brit Bennett’s “The Vanishing Half” was the most-read title in three categories, and the Obamas made appearances on the list.

Library staff will implement a number of new safety measures such as limiting the number of people inside at one time, requiring face masks and enforcing social distancing.

The new do-it-yourself space launches this Saturday.

The proposed Museum of Science Fiction will partner with D.C. Public Libraries as they look for a site for its preview museum.

Here’s a project for the photography nerds in the house: D.C. Public Libraries Then & Now contest. First, you need to browse through the DCPL Flickr Commons photostream and look for old pictures of buildings in the area that still exist today — an interesting way to spend a few minutes for history buffs as well. Then break out the camera and go on a field trip to find it. Use your creative talents…