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Photo: Peter GolkinPeter Golkin, Public Information Officer

"My two favorite things in life are libraries and bicycles. They both move people forward without wasting anything." -- Peter Golkin

Peter Golkin, Public Information Officer, Arlington Public Library, says, "Arlington has to be one of the most supportive communities in America - our citizens place a high value on these public resources." This support is evident in the overwhelming community response to the depth and variety of library services and programs. One example is when Central Library hosted naturalist Wendell Berry for the Arlington Reads program. The crowd that came to hear him talk formed a line that wrapped outside and around the adjacent tennis courts. Another example is the popular children's summer reading program, which continues to grow each year.

"We're seeing new generations get addicted to their public libraries. We're seeing a lot of young faces around here, right along with older crowds," says Golkin.

In any given month, the network of nine branches offers programs and events for just about any interest or avocation, from family story time, career development, education and book clubs, to name just a few. In addition to library services and the availability of professional librarians to help with in-depth research projects, online resources are also available.

"Our online branch is the second busiest in the network," says Golkin. In fact, thousands of books, films and reference materials can be digitally checked out and delivered instantly to a myriad of devices. This resource is becoming increasingly popular across the County, and functions similarly to brick-and-mortar branches. All you need is an Arlington Library card.

Photo: Library interior

Whether you like to roam the stacks, have the convenience of an online branch or enjoy the many events and programs offered all year long, check out the Arlington Public Library. You might be surprised.

Golkin, an avid proponent of alternative transportation, encourages patrons to leave their cars at home. "On a beautiful day like today, walking or biking to the library can be an incredible experience," he says. "Just take a look at our calendar for something that looks interesting, and come on over."

Arlington County Library Locations

Arlington Central Library
1015 N Quincy Street
703.228.5990
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Arlington’s Bicycle & Pedestrian Counters

Bikes counted

View Counter Data
110 Trail
547
14th Street Bridge
1568
Arlington Mill Trail
380
Ballston Connector
0
Bluemont Connector
337
CC Connector
493
Clarendon EB bike lane
272
Custis Bon Air Park
1
Custis Rosslyn
812
Eads NB
50
Eads SB
88
Fairfax EB bike lane
145
Fairfax WB
142
Joyce St NB
62
Joyce St SB
0
Key Bridge East
990
Key Bridge West
574
Military NB bike lane
30
Military SB bike lane
22
MVT Airport South
1845
Quincy NB bike lane
93
Quincy SB bike lane
74
Roosevelt Bridge
311
Rosslyn Bikeometer
724
TR Island Bridge
929
WOD Bon Air Park
0
WOD Bon Air West
1430
WOD Columbia Pike
1265
Wilson WB bike lane
217

Peds counted

View Counter Data
110 Trail
2855
14th Street Bridge
835
Arlington Mill Trail
625
Ballston Connector
0
Bluemont Connector
1454
CC Connector
0
Custis Bon Air Park
1054
Custis Rosslyn
845
Eads NB
0
Eads SB
0
Fairfax WB
0
Joyce St NB
149
Joyce St SB
1
Key Bridge East
4977
Key Bridge West
17578
MVT Airport South
136
Roosevelt Bridge
439
TR Island Bridge
2529
WOD Bon Air Park
0
WOD Bon Air West
873
WOD Columbia Pike
888

All counters, YTD

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Year to Date
5253716