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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!

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!
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!
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!
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…
This 20-to-30-minute story time is full of books, songs, rhymes and fingerplays for children from birth to 5 years old. It’s a great way to introduce your child to language skills in a positive and fun environment.
Children and families are invited to learn, play and create at the Portrait Gallery! Join educators every Monday as we explore a variety of topics and artistic materials. Participants will get a closer look at art with hands-on activities, music and story times. Portrait Gallery Kids is a fun way to engage with art and…
Experience a four-week journey of mind-body wellness, energy awareness, creative expression, and deep relaxation. — Experience a four-week journey of mind-body wellness, energy awareness, creative expression, and deep relaxation. Taught by Uyen Nguyen of Lotus Love Works, you will be guided through a progression of gro…
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!
We will both sign and vocalize our stories and songs. No prior knowledge of ASL is required. This fun story time is recommended for kids ages 2-5 with a caregiver. If you would like to request an accommodation for a disability, please contact the DC Public Library Center for Accessibility at least 72 hours prior to the…
Celebrate the seasons with us! Join us for creative, drop-in play at the Zoo as we explore the beautiful plants that grow in gardens year-round. 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…
Have a knitting or crocheting project you'd like to share? Want company while you work up your next skein of yarn? Curious about knitting or crocheting but don't know where to start? Join us at Marianne's Cafe at MLK for our crafting circle. Come to knit, crochet, chat it up, learn a new skill or all of the above. Chec…
Come out and share what you've learned and learn from other players in a relaxed, open environment. Come get questions answered, and develop your strategy during live game play. No matter if you are an experienced player or are new to the game, players of all levels are welcome and encouraged to participate. Some sets…
About the Movie Computer-animated tale centering on the rivalry between two children's toys: Woody, a cowboy doll who's the leader and the brains of the group, and a cocky spaceman named Buzz Lightyear. But the two learn to band together when they're faced with the bratty kid from next door, who just loves to make minc…
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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.