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Highlights for August 18 – August 22
Get Messy! Baby-Toddler Art at Wheaton Library! (Wheaton Library)
A guided art session where babies and toddlers explore textures and colors using provided materials. Tuesday, August 18, 10:30–11:15am. Ages 9–24 months; materials provided; limited seating.
Visible Mending Circle (Cherrydale Library — Loft)
Participants bring clothing items to repair using visible mending techniques with supplies supplied by the facilitators. Tuesday, August 18, 2–4pm. Bring clean clothing or textiles to mend; supplies provided.
End of Summer Reading Celebration (Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library — Tysons-Pimmit Meeting Room 1, Tysons-Pimmit Meeting Room 2)
A drop‑in celebration featuring crafts, a balloon artist, snacks and raffle draws to mark the end of the reading program. Wednesday, August 19, 3:30–5:30pm. Crafts, snacks, balloon artist; no registration required.
Lifelong Learner: Community Weaving with Valencia Wilson (Program Room, Anacostia Community Museum)
A hands‑on basket‑weaving class offering all materials and instruction for beginners. Friday, August 21, 1–3pm. Free. All materials provided; open to all ages.
Hydroponics for Your Home with Hydroharvest! (Thomas Jefferson Library — Thomas Jefferson Meeting Room 1, Thomas Jefferson Meeting Room 2)
An interactive workshop teaching kids how to grow lettuce and herbs hydroponically and take home their seedlings. Saturday, August 22, 2–3pm. Ages 6–12; limited seats; take home lettuce and herb seedlings.
Our best picks: craft & maker events in the DC area — August 17–23
Monday, August 17
This program has been generously sponsored by Friends of the Library, Montgomery County, Inc . Looking for something to do until this program? Sign up for MCPL's Summer Reading Challenge ! Preregistration begins May 15. Log activities from June 13 – August 21, 2026. Attend more events at the library or use your library…
Join fellow yarn enthusiasts for a bi-monthly meet up to trade tips and encouragement. Bring your latest knitting or crochet project and a mug -- we'll make the tea.
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Tuesday, August 18
In this course, participants will explore a variety of mixed-media approaches to art! Mixed media can unlock a variety of textures, styles, and imaginative avenues. Applying techniques such as perspective, shading, and color theory, participants will have the opportunity to work from reference imagery as well as from l…
Come mend and connect in community. Bring your clothing or textile items and give them new life through visible mending—where repairs are seen and celebrated. Learn alongside Alison Davis-Holland and a friendly team of “Mend-tors” from Art on the Mend , and enjoy meeting new people along the way. We provide all mending…
Curious about the art of mosaics? Want to arrange mosaic pieces into your own handcrafted work of art? Come by Shepherd Park Library on August 18th from 4pm to 5pm for a mosaics class taught by Aadya Sharma of Project Create! Aadya is a multidisciplinary artist spanning sculpture, henna, dance, and film who uses artist…
Want to learn how to create a 3D design and get it printed at the LIbrary? Or do you just want to make your designs better? Join us in our maker space (the POD) on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month for drop-in 3D help.
Wednesday, August 19
Visit us in our maker space and try out our sewing machine, Cricut, or one of our maker boxes. Bring a project to work on or make one of ours. Sewing materials and expert advice available. Adults and teens welcome.
This hands-on activity will stimulate your child's creativity and imagination while helping them develop critical fine motor skills. Meet us in the children's area! We will provide all the materials for this program. If you are looking for something to do until this program, take a look at these resources for kids usin…
Join us for a fun-filled event to wrap up our Summer Reading Program! Drop in anytime from 3:30-5:30pm and enjoy: Crafts Raffle (at 4pm and 5pm) Snacks Balloon Artist Come celebrate with us and make the end of summer memorable! No registration required, and all ages - children and adults - are welcome.
Calling all quilters: Let's quilt together! Whether you're just starting your quilting journey or you're a seasoned pro, come join our quilting group for some sew time! No commitment is necessary. You can drop in for one session or join us every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month in the Campbell Room at Shirlington Lib…
Thursday, August 20
We will be providing notebooks and craft materials to decorate your notebook for Back to School! This is a drop-in event, and ages 5-19 are welcomed and any child under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
Want to make some marks, learn how paint works, and have some fun? Come get messy with us, and help collaborate on recycled cardboard panels! We'll spread out a drop cloth in meeting room #2, then give everyone access to tempra paint and brushes. Kids can learn how to wield a brush to make the marks they want, while wo…
Friday, August 21
Experience the art of basket weaving in a welcoming community setting with Valencia Wilson. This hands-on workshop blends simple weaving techniques with mindful movement and meaningful connection. No experience is needed, all materials are provided.
Join fellow fiber artists and fabric crafters for a relaxed, creative gathering. Exchange tips, learn or teach a new technique, or simply enjoy crafting in good company. All fiber arts are welcome—knitting, crocheting, hand sewing, embroidery, and more. Bring your current project and connect with others who share your…
Learn how to use our vinyl cutter to create custom stickers for your water bottle, tablet, or laptop! Supplies are limited—first come, first served.
Granny squares, Amigurumi and more! Learn to crochet and connect with other stitchers. No experience needed. Ages 13 and up are welcome.
Saturday, August 22
Create/fold paper airplanes. Toss/fly them to see how far they go. Which one is fastest? Which one is easier to control? Which one goes the farthest? Collaborate with friends to create/fold the best paper airplane. Ages 6 - 12. Registration encouraged, walk-ins welcome.
Phillips Educators will lead participants in an exploration of Jacob Lawrence’s The Migration Series, as well as a hands-on art activity inspired by the artworks. Participants will have the chance to experiment, create, and connect with artwork in a new way. This program is designed for learners ages 8 and up and requi…
Getting ready to head back to school? Come join us for an afternoon of pencil pouch decoration! Let your creativity shine with colors and designs that show off your style for the new school year. Pencil pouch and supplies provided, as supplies last! For ages 6-11 years old. Registration required.
Ever wondered how to grow your own nutritious, sustainable produce at home? Learn about gardening, nutrition, and hydroponics, a method of growing food that addresses the health of the environment and the community. Play fun, educational games with prizes in this interactive workshop, then then plant lettuce and herb s…
Sunday, August 23
Bring a blanket or lawn chair, plus join artist Linda S. Campbell for fun, hands-on art projects! Presented by Reston Community Center and Reston Association. Project Locrea Project Locrea (from LO-ve and CREA-tivity) is a multi-cultural jazz-fusion ensemble dedicated to creating and performing original compositions an…
RESCHEDULED from August 9: Create your own miniature indoor garden in this hands-on workshop for adults. Have fun while you learn to create your own tiny ecosystem to take home. All materials are provided, and no experience is necessary. Due to limited supplies, seats are limited for this relaxing, fun activity! Regist…