Explore the history and variety of sundials, then make your own paper sundial. The program begins in the Roll-Top Observatory classroom and is followed by telescope viewing of the sun. Instruction is provided by Analemma Society volunteers.Ages 8 and older.
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Join others and play this fun, fast-paced game. Adults.
Informal conversation for advanced French speakers. Adults.
Sing and dance along with Boogie Bennie & Willie Bob during a high-energy family concert.
***Tickets are required to attend all storytimes at the Potomac branch. Tickets will be available beginning at 10 am on the day of the event. One (1) ticket per person present in the library.*** These 25-30-minute programs are designed to delight children of all ages and are filled with diverse stories and activities t…
Explore the fundamentals of astronomy, from planets and stars to the objects and phenomena that fill our universe. A classroom discussion is followed by telescope viewing, weather permitting. The program meets in the Roll-Top Observatory, rain or shine.Ages 8 and older.
Discover what meteorites are and where they come from while examining specimens, including meteorites from the moon and Mars. A classroom discussion is followed by telescope viewing, weather permitting. The program meets in the Roll-Top Observatory classroom. Instruction is provided by Analemma Society volunteers.Ages…
10:15 - 10:45 am Early Bird Storytime 10:45 - 11:15 am Play Time (for both groups) 11:15 - 11:45 am Late Worm Storytime Bond with your child through songs, movement, and storytelling! Baby Lapsit Storytime is designed for the youngest learners - bounce along to fun songs, stories, and fingerplays all while building an…
Virginia State Golf Association (VSGA) Adaptive Golf Clinics are back! Personalized instruction for golfers of all abilities. Free!Pick the date or dates that work for you and join us for an afternoon of golf, learning and skill-building activities!Open to all players, including non-VSGA members.Maximum 20 participants…
(5-Adult) Join us for an evening campfire the whole family can enjoy. Explore the wonders of our natural world through nature walks, interactive activities and animal presentations. Includes s’mores. Topics vary by date. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult.
(4-Adult) Enjoy a night hike to learn about nocturnal hunters. Listen to taped calls of owls and coyotes and possibly catch a glimpse of them in the forest. End the evening with s'mores round the campfire. Children must be accompanied by an adult registered in the program.
10:15 - 10:45 am Early Bird Storytime 10:45 - 11:15 am Play Time (for both groups) 11:15 - 11:45 am Late Worm Storytime Bond with your child through songs, movement, and storytelling! Baby Lapsit Storytime is designed for the youngest learners - bounce along to fun songs, stories, and fingerplays all while building an…
(6-Adult) Use your eyes and ears to identify native birds as you embark on a guided walk with one of our naturalists. Both beginner birders and veterans welcome. Bring your own binoculars or use one of ours.
