Parent's Night Out

Fri · Oct 9·Charles Drew Community Center, 3500 23rd St S, Arlington, VA 22206

Enjoy inflatables, an open game room, creative crafts and more during this fun, drop-in program for the whole family.

Fri · Oct 9·Long Branch Nature Center, 625 S Carlin Springs Rd, 22203 · Arlington

Ever want to be an archeologist or paleontologist. Learn to dig up the history to find some of histories most interesting creature. Go on a hunt and end up digging for bones.. Plan to get a little dirty.

Fri · Oct 9·10 AM – 11 AM·Courthouse Library — Children's Area · Arlington

For families with Preschoolers Join us for open play featuring a mix of games and activites that explore the STEAM- based concepts of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, or Math! No registration required. Attendance is first-come, first-served until event capacity is reached. Please call 703-228-3352 or email Lib-Co…

Fri · Oct 9·10:15 AM – 10:45 AM·Central Library — Barbara M. Donnellan Auditorium · Arlington

For families with young children Family Storytime is for children 0-5 years and an accompanying adult. This fun and interactive program combines activities such as read-aloud stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and flannel boards and introduces children to listening skills, picture books, the library, and the joy of re…

Thu · Oct 8·4:30 PM – 5:15 PM·Aurora Hills Library — Eads Room · Arlington

For kids in Kindergarten - Grade 5 At each club meeting we explore arts, books and crafts through a different fun activity Seasonal activity themes: September 17: Hispanic Heritage Month October 8: Banned Books Week November 12: Native American Heritage Month December 17: Arlington Reads Stirs It Up NO REGISTRATION. Fi…

Thu · Oct 8·3 PM – 4 PM·Westover Library — Longfellow Room · Arlington

For grades 6-8 Calling all gamers! Join us for an epic gaming experience at the library. It’s the ultimate showdown where you can challenge your friends, discover new games, and showcase your skills on our Nintendo Switch 2! Snacks provided. Registration not required. Admission is on first-come, first-served basis unti…

Thu · Oct 8·Long Branch Nature Center, 625 S Carlin Springs Rd, 22203 · Arlington

Ages 3 to 5 years. Preschool programs are offered throughout the year at both Gulf Branch and Long Branch Nature Centers. The theme for preschool programs is repeated during the month, so please register for only one session at each nature center per month. Caretakers must stay with their child during the program.

Fri · Oct 2·Arlington County

Sprechen Sie Deutsch? Join this cordial group of people with knowledge of the language in a weekly dialogue. Stimulating and sociable gatherings provide lively discussions in German on topics that are easy to discuss and of interest to all. No instruction provided.

Fri · Oct 2·Aurora Hills Center, 735 18th St S, 22202 · Arlington

In partnership with the Aurora Hills Branch Library, 55+ volunteers will share their love of reading and music with children. If you are interested in reading a story out loud during story time, please join us! Books are provided by the Aurora Hills Library. Questions? Please contact 55+ staff at 703-228-5722. Open to…

Fri · Oct 2·Lubber Run, 300 N Park Drive, 22203 · Arlington

Join volunteer Sharon Johnson as she shares highlights from her recent travels through Bhutan and Nepal. Through photos, stories, and personal insights, Sharon will explore the culture, landscapes, traditions, and daily life she experienced while visiting these unique Himalayan countries. Learn what it’s like to travel…

Fri · Oct 2·Arlington Mill, 909 South Dinwiddie Street, 22204

Kick off the month with good company and great conversation! Join us for a relaxed social gathering featuring light refreshments, music and fun with a different theme each month. September: Fall Kickoff Game Social; October: Halloween Game Social; November: Gratitude Game Social.