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Early literacy storytime with books, songs and other activities to encourage school readiness. Ages 3-5 with adult. Registration required

Early literacy storytime with books, songs and other activities to encourage school readiness. Ages 3-5 with adult. Registration required
Enjoy books, songs, rhymes and movement activities while building language and pre-literacy skills. Ages 3-5 with adult. Registration preferred but not required.
Interactive stories, songs, and action rhymes. For ages 3-5 with a caregiver. No registration or tickets required. Doors close when room capacity is reached.
Enjoy stories, songs, and fingerplays perfect for children ages 3 to 5 years old with adult. No registration. Space is limited. Please arrive 15 minutes before the program to receive a ticket.
Stories, songs, and activities that lay the foundation your child needs to get ready to read! For children ages 3-5 with caregiver.
Tickets are first-come, first-served, and will be distributed at the Children's Desk beginning 15 minutes before the start of the program. Audience size is limited to 50 to ensure safe and enriching programs. Stories and Songs has open floor seating and limited chairs. If you attend the 10:15 AM story time please be pr…
This lapsit story and song time is for the youngest patrons and their caregivers. Age birth - 17 months with adult. Please register children only. If you have questions about the appropriate age for a program, its content, or accommodations, please call the branch at 703-768-6700 (option 4).
Baby Bounce is an opportunity for little ones to develop early literacy and social skills while giving caregivers a space to build community. We will begin with a short storytime, followed by a playtime with toys where caregivers can chat. Caretakers of children who are 12, 13, and 14 months old may choose to continue…
Teen players of all skill levels are welcome to join us at the Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library every first and third Thursday in the Teen Area on the second floor to play Dungeons and Dragons! If you don't know the rules, we'll teach you! All supplies will be provided, so just bring your imagination and enthusiasm!…
Paws to Read is a program at which young independent readers can practice their skills by reading to friendly trained dogs at the library. The dogs provide a calming presence and a nonjudgmental listening ear for kids who are hoping to gain more confidence in reading aloud. Practique su lectura independiente junto a un…
Welcome to our afternoon Baby Storytime for babies with caregivers! Build community through stories, music, and playtime. For ages 0-18 months with caregiver. Registration is preferred. Please register only the child aged 0-18 months and include their age (months) on the registration form.
Sewing club for sewists of all abilities. Learn from an expert sewist. Try one of our projects or bring your own. Sewing machine and materials provided. Adults and Teens welcome.
Explore our new Sewing, Embroidery, and Cricut machines to create a new project. Bring a project to work on or simply learn how to use the new tools. Basic materials, and instructions are provided. Adults
Mah Jongg is a classic tile-based game of strategy, skill, and luck where players compete to create winning tile combinations while navigating intricate tactics and thrilling twists. Dive into its rich tradition, sharpen your mind, and experience the joy of outsmarting your opponents in this timeless classic—every roun…
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Parlez-vous Français? Practice your French conversation skills with a native speaker. All levels are welcome to join, please come to the Information Desk for a ticket! This program is for adults and is limited to the first 13 people. Tickets are given out at the Information Desk starting at 10:00am. If you have questio…
Interactive storytime with books, songs and movement activities for active toddlers. Ages 18-36 months with adult. Registration required.
Do you enjoy crafting? Join us for Crafty Club, a special program for kids who enjoy making things! This month we'll be making a 3D layer art scene. This craft is designed for ages 9-13. Please register each child individually. All supplies provided