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Sat · Oct 17·10 AM – 2 PM·James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library · Alexandria

It's that time of year again, where the air turns crisp, leaves crunch, and pumpkins adorn stoops and walkways. Join us on October 17, from 10 AM - 2 PM on the Commonwealth side of Duncan Library for our annual Fall Fest featuring several family friendly activities, live music, food trucks, and more! 🎃 -Houseplant and…

Sat · Oct 17·10 AM – 12 PM·Charles Houston Recreation Center, 901 Wythe St. · Alexandria

Ages 1-5. Dance until nap time! Children will come dressed to impress and dance to the latest kiddie tunes. Lunch will be served, and plenty of fun activities to enjoy as well. Children must be accompanied by at least one parent or guardian.

Sat · Oct 17·10:30 AM – 11 AM·John Marshall Library — John Marshall Meeting Room 1, John Marshall Meeting Room 2 · Alexandria

Stories, songs, and rhymes for ages 0-18 months with an adult. Register for a reminder, walk-ins welcome.

Sat · Oct 17·1:30 PM – 3 PM·Oxon Hill

Mon · Oct 19·10:30 AM – 11 AM·Accokeek

Tue · Oct 20·6 PM – 7 PM·Accokeek

Sat · Oct 17·2 PM – 5 PM·Franconia Rec Center Location, 6601 Telegraph Rd, Alexandria, VA , VA 22310

Embrace the magic of the season by attending this enchanting event at Family Recreation Area, Franconia Rec Center. Join in activities and adventures the entire family will enjoy:Monster mash dance party Costume parade (wear your best costume!) S'mores Seasonal drink Popcorn Carousel ride Scavenger hunt

Fri · Oct 16·10:30 AM – 11:30 AM·Martha Washington Library — Martha Washington Meeting Room, Martha Washington Meeting Room 104B · Alexandria

Come and chat with other caregivers while the kids play together. 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).

Mon · Sep 21·10 AM – 4:30 PM·Oxon Hill

The on-site caseworker is not able to assist with Social Security benefits. Walk-in clients will be seen on a first-come, first-served basis.

Mon · Sep 21·10:30 AM – 11 AM·Beltsville

Mon · Sep 21·10:30 AM – 11 AM·Surratts-Clinton

Mon · Sep 21·10:30 AM · 12:30 PM·New Carrollton

This class will run from September 14 - November 16, 2026 and is open to adults 18+ with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDDs). Participants should be comfortable in groups of up to 15 people, advocate for any self-care needs, follow directions, and demonstrate respectful, safe behavior at all times. Careg…