Building Blocks

Mon · Oct 5·10:30 AM – 11:30 AM·Southwest Neighborhood Library · Washington

Children birth to 5 and their caregivers are invited to a special early literacy play date themed around building, knocking down, and building back up again!

Mon · Oct 19·10:30 AM – 11:30 AM·Southwest Neighborhood Library · Washington

Children birth to 5 and their caregivers are invited to a special early literacy play date themed around building, knocking down, and building back up again!

Mon · Nov 2·10:30 AM – 11:30 AM·Southwest Neighborhood Library · Washington

Children birth to 5 and their caregivers are invited to a special early literacy play date themed around building, knocking down, and building back up again!

Mon · Oct 26·10 AM – 10:30 AM·Chevy Chase Neighborhood Library · Washington

Participants are introduced to developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, tickles, and bounces in a positive and fun atmosphere. Because Baby Lap Time emphasizes lots of interaction between the caregiver and the child on their lap, we recommend that each baby have their own grown-up with them. If you would like…

Mon · Oct 26·10 AM – 10:30 AM·Shaw (Watha T. Daniel) Neighborhood Library · Washington

The Watha T. Daniel/Shaw Library may be closed for renovations , but the story time fun won't stop! Join Shaw Library staff at Reservoir Park Recreation Center for a 30 minute story time designed to be enjoyed by all ages. Promoting early literacy skills through books, songs, rhymes, and movement, Family Story Time is…

Mon · Oct 26·Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial (meet the ranger in the exhibit area of the park store) · Washington

What was Independence Day like aboard a sailing ship in the middle of the ocean? Join us for the story of six-year-old Sara Delano, future mother of Franklin D. Roosevelt, who spent 128 days at sea traveling to China in 1862. Drawn from a firsthand Roosevelt family journal, this talk reveals a world of tall ships, glob…

Mon · Oct 26·10 AM – 9 PM·Georgetown Cupcake (3301 M St NW), DC · Washington

Themed cupcakes are available October 1-31 for spooky season! — Georgetown Cupcake’s new Trick or Treat Dozen features 1 Vanilla Bat, 1 Pumpkin Spice, 1 Chocolate Marshmallow Ghost, 1 Salted Caramel, 1 Lava Fudge, 1 Midnight Cookies & Creme, 1 Red Velvet, 1 Vanilla Candy, 1 Chocolate Brownie Cheesecake, 1 Pumpkin Chees…

Mon · Oct 26·11 AM – 12 PM·Northeast Neighborhood Library · Washington

Toddler Explorations is an open interactive engagement program for young children and caregivers that uses play and exploration to develop pre-literacy and social skills. Join us in the big meeting room in the basement! Otherwise, if weather and temperatures permit, join us outside in the garden!

Mon · Oct 26·3 PM – 4:30 PM·Northwest One Neighborhood Library · Washington

Get ready to build, create, and imagine at Magnetic Tile Mondays! Kids ages 0–12 are invited to explore and experiment with Magna‑Tiles in a relaxed, welcoming space. This open play time encourages creativity, problem‑solving, and social interaction as children stack, design, and construct with colorful magnetic tiles.…

Tue · Oct 27·9:30 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…

Fri · Oct 2·10 AM – 6 PM·Northwest One Neighborhood Library · Washington

Stop by Northwest One Library and search for 16 notable Hispanic and Latine figures hidden throughout the children’s area! Kids can explore at their own pace during open hours as they learn about important artists, activists, leaders, athletes, and more. Find all 16 figures and bring your completed sheet to the desk to…

Fri · Oct 2·10 AM – 5 PM·Northeast Neighborhood Library · Washington

Our peers can help with job searching, benefits, housing referrals, help getting a DC ID, vital documents, clothing, food, and other resources. Ask for a peer at the information desk. All are welcome.

Fri · Oct 2·10:30 AM – 11 AM·Mt. Pleasant Neighborhood Library · Washington

Let your creativity soar while building new worlds here at the Mount Pleasant Library. This event is geared towards Daycares, community members are also welcome!