Take a Craft to Make at Home! Our Take and Make bags contain supplies, materials and instructions to complete a craft. (Some crafts may require scissors or glue.) Good for Pre-school, Elementary, and Middle school students. First come, first served: While Supplies Last. One bag per child, please. For more information, email lib-Courthouse@arlingtonva.us or call 703-228-3352.
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Join us to create a spooky Halloween Lantern to light up your home!
Families. Each fall we gather to celebrate our nation’s heritage with a family-friendly day of fun. Step back into history and try your hand at some old-time games and crafts, make a corn husk doll, churn butter, dip candles and work the cider press! All family members who attend must register.
For Children With Sensory Needs and Their Families Join us for an inclusive and modified storytime for children aged 2-11 years old with specialized sensory processing needs, including neurodivergence, autism, and/or disabilities. This storytime includes an environment where lighting and music are lower, movement and c…
For Middle School Students Join us every month for a Dungeons & Dragons adventure in the fantasy campaign, "The Wild Beyond the Witchlight"! New and experienced players are both welcome and can join at any time! Waitlist participants may come to be on standby and/or observe. Registration required. Please register each…
For families with children of all ages Children of all ages and their adults are invited to join us to experiment, problem-solve, and use their creativity by making a work of process-oriented art. NO REGISTRATION. First-come, first-served seating. Call 703-228-5946 for more information.
Nail art, coloring, and snacks Unwind and express yourself with fun and simple crafts. All materials provided--just bring your creativity and a friend. REGISTRATION RECOMMENDED: First-come, first-served seating. By registering, you will receive event updates. Call (703) 228-5946 for more information.
The Retablo Project celebrates the traditional Latin American folk art of retablo-making, a small painting that depicts everyday scenes, historical events or personal milestones. Join a community arts programmer to learn about the history and techniques of this vibrant art form and participate in a hands-on activity. S…
Join us for drawing lessons at the nature center using real specimens and live animals. We will begin our sessions by learning about our subject and you will have an opportunity to take pictures for your own collection of drawing references. Follow step-by-step lessons and learn various drawing techniques with dedicate…
For families with children of all ages Stop In for Stories is for children of all ages and an accompanying adult. This fun and interactive program combines activities such as read-aloud stories, songs, rhymes and fingerplays and introduces children to listening skills, picture books, the library, and the joy of reading…
Practice speaking Arabic in an informal setting. Classes meet Sunday afternoons. Everyone is welcome but you will need a working knowledge of Arabic in order to participate fully. Classes are led by a native Arabic-speaking Library volunteer. Free. In person. REGISTRATION RECOMMENDED. By registering, you will receive e…
Calling all yarn crafters! Work on your project(s) with other yarn craft lovers to share your enthusiasm and to learn from each other. Join us for this monthly program led by an experienced volunteer. Bring your knitting, crochet or any portable yarn project for this . (The library regrets it will not be providing any…
Practice speaking French in an informal setting. Classes meet Sunday afternoon in person. Everyone is welcome but you will need a working knowledge of French in order to participate fully. Classes are led by an experienced Library volunteer. REGISTRATION RECOMMENDED. By registering, you will receive event updates. For…
