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Yarn Storm at Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library collects handmade or store‑bought scarves, hats and mittens for Alexandria's Community Lodgings, ages 13 and up.
Puzzle exchange at John Marshall Library—bring a jigsaw, take a different one, ongoing during open hours, for ages 18 and up.
Pick up vegetable, fruit, herb, or flower seed packets at John Marshall Library, including 2025 and older varieties, and donate extras at the information desk.
NLC City Summit Conference (Alexandria) — Council members may attend in groups of three or more.
Film screenings and hands‑on bison crafts at the American Indian Museum’s Rasmuson Theater and Potomac Atrium explore bison’s ecological and cultural significance.
NOVA Parks' Roving Naturalist explains leaf color changes and leads a leaf craft at Temple Hall Farm Pumpkin Patch, free with admission.
Mini Golf course and Climb UPton transformed into haunted Halloween attractions at Upton Hill Regional Park — all ages.
Haunted mini golf and a terrifying trail wind through Pohick Bay Regional Park, offering spooky family‑friendly attractions and festive surprises.
Harvest Celebration at Anacostia Community Museum features gardening and harvesting activities, a wellness pause, and shadow box making, plus time to connect, reflect, and celebrate for all ages.
Ranger leads a 3.6‑mile leisurely bike ride through Rock Creek Park, showcasing fall colors and leaf‑change science; meet at Peirce Barn, bring bike, water, helmet.
Ranger leads a formal walking tour of Meridian Hill Park’s upper and lower terraces, exploring statues and the theme of who we memorialize.
1920s Party: American Girl Celebration (Carlyle House Historic Park) — Evening features 1920s music, period games, mocktails, celebrating the doll’s 40th anniversary and Samantha book.
