The Book Crushers Club: Kindred Dragons

Mon · Oct 5·10 AM – 11 AM·Courthouse Library — Children's Area · Arlington

For families with Preschoolers Join us for open play featuring a mix of games and activites that explore the STEAM- based concepts of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, or Math! No registration required. Attendance is first-come, first-served until event capacity is reached. Please call 703-228-3352 or email Lib-Co…

Mon · Oct 5·2 PM – 2:45 PM·Shirlington Library — Campbell Room · Arlington

For families with babies 0-12 months Bond with your baby through songs, rhymes, and games! Stay after the program to connect with other parents and caregivers of babies. NO REGISTRATION. First-come, first-served seating.​ For more information, contact 703-228-6545.

Mon · Oct 5·Arlington County

Paint along with a Community Arts Programmer as they present a detailed step-by-step painting demonstration. Picture and supply list will be sent prior to the class.

Mon · Oct 5·Lubber Run, 300 N Park Drive, 22203 · Arlington

Participants of all ages are invited to paint rocks for the new Lubber Run Rock Garden. Whether adding a positive message, a fun pattern, or a vibrant splash of color, each rock will contribute to a shared community space. No artistic experience needed—just imagination! Supplies will be provided. Open to all ages: no 5…

Mon · Oct 5·3 PM – 4 PM·Columbia Pike Library — Drew Room · Arlington

Papercrafts, journaling, and snacks Unwind and express yourself with crafts at this drop-in program. We provide the materials, whether you want to collage, junk journal, make zines, color, or just hang out and try something new. Bring a friend and have some fun! Registration not required.​ For more information, contact…

Tue · Oct 6·Long Branch Nature Center, 625 S Carlin Springs Rd, 22203 · Arlington

Enjoy interactive stories, each date with a different nature topic!

Tue · Oct 6·10:15 AM – 10:45 AM·Central Library — Barbara M. Donnellan Auditorium · Arlington

For families with young children Family Storytime is for children 0-5 years and an accompanying adult. This fun and interactive program combines activities such as read-aloud stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and flannel boards and introduces children to listening skills, picture books, the library, and the joy of re…

Wed · Oct 7·Gulf Branch Nature Center, 3608 N Military Rd, 22207 · Arlington

Calling all young birders and bird enthusiasts! Learn about local birds, how to identify, and how to use binoculars. Then, we'll comb the woods around Gulf Branch for commonly seen birds. Includes a short hike outsie (weather permitting).

Thu · Sep 3·4 PM – 5 PM·Cherrydale Library — Loft · Arlington

For kids in Kindergarten - Grade 5 Each club meeting we explore arts, books, crafts, and building through a different fun activity. We provide the supplies, you bring your creativity and imagination! REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Space is limited, please register each child individually. Call 703-228-6330 for more information…

Thu · Sep 3·4 PM – 5 PM·Central Library — Quincy Room · Arlington

For new and returning teen volunteers in Grades 7-12 Are you a new volunteer interested in how libraries work behind the scenes? Are you a returning volunteer interested in additional opportunities? Learn more about how volunteering at the library works and get started working on different volunteer tasks! Participants…

Thu · Sep 3·4:30 PM – 5:15 PM·Aurora Hills Library — Eads Room · Arlington

For kids in Kindergarten - Grade 5 At each club meeting we explore arts, books and crafts through a different fun activity Seasonal activity themes: September 17: Hispanic Heritage Month October 8: Banned Books Week November 12: Native American Heritage Month December 17: Arlington Reads Stirs It Up NO REGISTRATION. Fi…