Fall Luminaries

Mon · Oct 5·10:15 AM · 11:15 AM·James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library · Alexandria

Fingerplay and songs for ages 0-14 months. Please choose one time to attend. Juegos con los dedos y canciones para los más pequeños. (De 0 a 14 meses) Sala de reuniones de Duncan Library. Tickets are first-come, first-served, and will be distributed at the Children's Desk beginning 15 minutes before the program. Audien…

Mon · Oct 5·11 AM – 11:30 AM·Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library · Alexandria

Dress for the weather! Yoga mats are available for people to sit on. Stop by the Children's Desk for a ticket for entry. They will be distributed starting at 10:30 am. In the event of inclement weather, this event will be cancelled. (De 0 a 5 años) Jardín de lectura de Beatley Library Special Events: 10/26: Bilingual S…

Mon · Oct 5·7 PM – 8 PM·Martha Washington Library — Martha Washington Conference Room · Alexandria

This read-aloud event invites book club attendees to cast their vote for one of two books presented. The winner will be read aloud to the club, who can snack and color or draw while listening. At the conclusion of the hour, books will be made available for checkout (either or both titles). Bring your library card so yo…

Mon · Oct 5·7 PM – 8:30 PM·John Marshall Library — John Marshall Meeting Room 1, John Marshall Meeting Room 2 · Alexandria

In the American spirit of invention and innovation, experiment with making crafts with mechanical movement. Make simple clothespin or cardboard automata. This program is for adults. Registration required.

Tue · Oct 6·6 PM – 7:30 PM·James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library · Alexandria

Sat · Oct 3·10 AM – 1 PM·Sherwood Regional Library · Alexandria

Enjoy a fun-filled day of pumpkin painting, crafts, activities, prizes, and light refreshments for all ages! No registration required. This event is generously sponsored by Fairfax Library Foundation and the Friends of the Sherwood Regional Library. Please note that all materials, prizes, and/or refreshments will be pr…

Sat · Oct 10·10:30 AM – 11:30 AM·John Marshall Library — John Marshall Meeting Room 1, John Marshall Meeting Room 2 · Alexandria

Join us in making Halloween themed slime! Use your creativity and learn the science behind how slime is made. All materials provided. Registration required. Ages 6-12.

Sun · Oct 11·1:15 PM – 2:15 PM·James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library · Alexandria

Join us the second Sunday of the month for open crafting, relaxing music, and light snacks. Design with Perler beads, create a collage for your room, or just hang out and scribble in a coloring book - the choice is yours! Ages 9-12.

Sun · Sep 20·10 AM · 11 AM · 12 PM · 1 PM·Centreville Regional Library

Practice your English in a one-on-one conversation in-person with a library volunteer. Basic English language skills are necessary to participate. Adults. Students may register for one session a week.

Sun · Sep 20·10:15 AM – 11:30 AM·Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library

Do you need tech help? Our Tech Help Desk volunteers are ready to help. Consultations run 15-20 minutes; longer when time allows. Walk-ins welcome. No appointment needed

Sun · Sep 20·10:30 AM · 3 PM · 4 PM·Chantilly Regional Library

Practice your English one-on-one with a volunteer tutor. Basic English skills are required. Please sign up for only one session per week. Sign up online or call 703-502-3883 (Option 4). Registration required. Adults.