Pumpkin Painting: Creative Minds

Sat · Oct 31·11 AM·Moonshot Studio, The Kennedy Center, 2700 F St NW, Washington, DC 20566

The REACH. Moonshot Studio at the REACH celebrates creativity and the artist in everyone through hands-on art-making. The recommended age is 5 years old and above. Stop by anytime from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on (most) Saturdays & Sundays to explore our projects.

Sat · Oct 31·1 PM – 4 PM·Shepherd Park (Juanita E. Thornton) Neighborhood Library · Washington

Sat · Oct 31·9:30 AM – 10 AM·Hill Center DC, 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC

This class is a wonderful transition between Toddler & Me and Ballet, Tap & Jazz class. Music, movement, balance and the basic dance steps are introduced in a fun, friendly and positive manner. The dancers do not have mom, dad or another loved one by their side during the class, so this class is great for children who…

Sat · Oct 31·9:30 AM – 1:30 PM·Bird House Classroom, National Zoo · Washington

Calling all spooky animal lovers! Celebrate Bat Week with creative, drop-in play at the Zoo as we learn about the important work bats do. Little Critters: Nature Play is designed for ages 0-5 and their caregivers and families. Activities are designed with early learners in mind, but all ages are welcome. Parents and gu…

Thu · Oct 29·4:30 PM – 5:30 PM·Chevy Chase Neighborhood Library · Washington

This program is for ages 8 - 12. Sewing is a great skill to learn! From the multiple hand-stitches, to mending holes, and reattaching those pesky buttons that may fall off. These are life skills that one can learn at an early enough age. Join Children's Librarian, Mark, as he teaches and gets the kid's started on their…

Thu · Oct 29·4:30 PM – 5:30 PM·Shepherd Park (Juanita E. Thornton) Neighborhood Library · Washington

Want to make some marks, learn how paint works, and have some fun? Come get messy with us, and help collaborate on recycled cardboard panels! We'll spread out a drop cloth in meeting room #2, then give everyone access to tempra paint and brushes. Kids can learn how to wield a brush to make the marks they want, while wo…

Sat · Oct 31·12 PM – 1 PM·Hill Center DC, 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC

Jr. Hip Hop is designed for movers ages 5-8 who enjoy hip hop dancing. In this class, students build coordination, confidence, creativity, and teamwork skills; all while having fun. This class introduces foundational hip hop skills, technique and vocabulary that will transfer well in hip hop classes as they progress. S…

Fri · Oct 2·10 AM – 11:30 AM·Meet in the Historic Lobby, Postal Museum · Washington

Stamp your calendar for Story Time! Join us every week for a fresh story, a stroll through the Museum, hands-on postal play, and more. Together, we’ll explore mail and all the ways it connects us to people, places, and big ideas. Stop by anytime—whether you stay for one activity or the whole session, this program will…

Fri · Oct 2·10 AM – 12 PM·African American History and Culture Museum · Washington

Explore the complex story of slavery and freedom. Visitors will view priceless objects, connect to the past, and hear about the actions of ordinary men and women, demanding freedom and transforming our nation. Photo Credit: NMAAHC

Fri · Oct 2·10 AM – 4 PM·Wonderplace, 1 West, American History Museum · Washington

This learning space designed especially for children ages six and under combines age appropriate activities with museum collections and touchable objects to provide a gateway to history and a place to exercise curiosity for the youngest historians. Due to inclement weather, Wonderplace will open at 12 noon on Friday, J…