Wednesday Walkabout

Wed · Oct 14·Arlington County

The natural world is constantly changing… yearly, monthly, daily and even hourly. The only way to see it all is to go out on a regular basis and explore. Join a naturalist to briefly meet one of our nature center critters (living or preserved) then go for a walk to see what is out and about this time of year. Learn abo…

Wed · Oct 28·Gulf Branch Nature Center, 3608 N Military Rd, 22207 · Arlington

Calling all young birders or birding 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).

Wed · Oct 28·10:30 AM · 11:15 AM·Shirlington Library — Campbell Room · 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 28·10:30 AM – 11 AM·Courthouse Library — Children's Area · Arlington

Calling all little ghouls and goblins! 👻 Join us at Courthouse Library on Wednesday October 28th at 10:30 AM for a Halloween Story Time! We’ll have festive stories, silly songs, and a costume parade around the children's area. It’s going to be a treat (no tricks, we promise!). See you there! 🍭📚 NO REGISTRATION — jus…

Wed · Oct 28·Arlington County

Get ready to move and groove! Department of Parks and Recreation staff will lead an intergenerational line dance session, perfect for participants of all ages. Learn classic steps, enjoy lively music and share laughs across generations. No experience needed—just bring your energy and a smile! Open to all ages: no 55+ P…

Tue · Oct 27·6 PM – 6:30 PM·Glencarlyn Library · Arlington

For families with young children Pajama Storytime is for children 0-5 years and an accompanying adult. We encourage everyone to wear their pajamas to this fun and interactive program. Pajama Storytime combines read-aloud stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and flannel boards and introduces children to listening skills,…

Tue · Oct 27·5 PM – 6 PM·Cherrydale Library — Loft · Arlington

For families with young children Pajama 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…

Tue · Oct 27·Lubber Run, 300 N Park Drive, 22203 · Arlington

Steal away and catch some great afternoon movie entertainment at Lubber Run. September: Into the Heights (2021) (PG-13). October: Karate Kid: Legends (2025) (PG-13). November: Ticket to Paradise (2022) (PG-13).

Fri · Sep 25·Arlington Mill, 909 South Dinwiddie Street, 22204

Learn how to research genealogical records online with genealogist and family historian Susan Court. She will provide a comprehensive overview of online databases and demonstrate how to use the most popular ones, including Ancestry.com and FamilySearch.org. She will also review new tools that have increased the capacit…

Fri · Sep 25·2700 Art Space, 2700 S. Nelson St., Arlington, VA 22206

"In the Heights" is a 2021 musical drama following Usnavi and his neighbors in New York's Washington Heights as they chase their "sueñitos" (little dreams) for a better life.

Fri · Sep 25·Arlington County

Even though the Vietnam War ended over fifty years ago, it still impacts American society and culture today. George Mason University Professor Meredith Lair will discuss how the Vietnam War remains influential in contemporary life.

Fri · Sep 25·Long Branch Nature Center, 625 S Carlin Springs Rd, 22203 · Arlington

Are you a teen interested in owning a reptile or already own one? Come and learn some helpful care tips ranging from diet and tank setups to enrichment ideas and meet some of our ambassador reptiles as well.