Afternoon Story Time for the Spectrum

Mon · Oct 5·4 PM – 4:30 PM·Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library - Central Library · Washington

This sensory-friendly story time is designed to be enjoyed by kids of all abilities, especially kids on the autism spectrum! We will read a story, sing songs, and dance. Children and their grownups are encouraged to actively engage and participate in the ways that work best for them. This can include moving around the…

Mon · Oct 19·Capitol View Neighborhood Library · Washington

Calling all families, besties, fur babies, gremlins, monsters, witches, and goblins—big and small! Capitol View Library is hosting an Evil Laugh Contest! Bring us your scariest, spookiest, most wickedly spine‑tingling evil laugh. From Monday, October 5th through Friday, October 23rd, scan the QR code or visit Capitol V…

Mon · Oct 19·10 AM – 11 AM·Smithsonian Gardens · Washington

Join Smithsonian Gardens in the Flight Garden at the National Air and Space Museum for hands-on activities and story time exploring this month’s topic, trees! And be sure to check out the Growing Tomorrow garden exhibition about Amazing Oaks. Location: Find us in the Flight Garden on the west side of the National Air a…

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 · Oct 19·11:30 AM – 12:30 PM·Education Center, E151, Portrait Gallery · Washington

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…

Mon · Oct 19·4 PM – 5 PM·Cleveland Park Neighborhood Library · Washington

For children in grades 2 - 6 interested in learning and playing chess. Players are grouped by ability, not age. Chess Club is offered through our partnership with the U.S. Chess Center and sponsored by the Friends of the Cleveland Park Library. If you would like to request an accommodation, please contact dcplaccess@dc…

Mon · Oct 19·4 PM – 5 PM·Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library - Central Library · Washington

Are you interested in S cience, T echnology, E ngineering, A rt, or M athematics? Come join MLK's Teen STEAM Club! The activity will change monthly. No level of experience is required, just drop by to participate. STEAM Club will be exploring different machines on MLK's Fab-in-a-Box unit including the 3D printer, laser…

Tue · Oct 20·9:30 AM – 1:30 PM·Bird House Classroom, National Zoo · Washington

Calling all budding birders! Join us for creative, drop-in play at the Zoo as we learn about birds of all types and practice our birding skills. 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…

Sun · Sep 20·9 AM – 10 AM·Georgetown Neighborhood Library · Washington

Want to improve your English language speaking skills? Want to practice speaking English in a comfortable group setting? Stop by the Georgetown Library English Conversation Club! See you soon! Want to improve your English language speaking skills? Want to practice speaking English in a comfortable group setting? Stop b…

Sun · Sep 20·1 PM – 5 PM·Northwest One Neighborhood Library · Washington

Stop by Northwest One Library and search for 23 pairs of awesome sneakers hidden throughout the children’s area! Kids can look for them at their own pace during open hours. Find all the sneaker pairs and bring your completed sheet to the desk to receive a small prize. This self‑guided activity is available all day and…

Sun · Sep 20·1 PM – 3 PM·Parklands-Turner Neighborhood Library · Washington

Unleash your creativity and problem-solving skills as you tackle the LEGO building challenge of the day. Engineer your masterpiece and bring your ideas to life!