For kids in Kindergarten - Grade 5 Join us for an evening of building fun with LEGOs. Your LEGO creations will be displayed on the shelves in the Columbia Pike Children's Area for everyone to admire until next month's Builders' Club! This October, join us to make a spooky haunted house and enjoy some early Halloween candy while you work. NO REGISTRATION. First-come, first-served seating. For more information, contact 703-228-5710.
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Nail art, coloring, and snacks Unwind and express yourself with fun and simple crafts. All materials provided--just bring your creativity and a friend. REGISTRATION RECOMMENDED: First-come, first-served seating. By registering, you will receive event updates. Call (703) 228-5946 for more information.
For elementary school children: 6 - 11 At Crafty Kids, children can explore the arts and make crafts. All materials will be provided by the library. Seasonal crafts dates: September 15 - October 13: Hispanic Heritage Crafts November 10 and 17: Native American Heritage Crafts December 1 - 15: Winter crafts NO REGISTRATI…
What do birds do all day? Where do they sleep at night? What happens to them when it rains or snows? Come learn about a day in the life of a common songbird and how you can help our feathery neighbors thrive. Presented by Arlington Park Naturalist Gabby Hrycyshyn.
Attend a virtual info session to learn more about the Residential Permit Parking (RPP) digital upgrade and what to expect. Info sessions will be held monthly throughout the upgrade transition period for each group. We will hold a Q&A after the presentation and application demo.
The Retablo Project celebrates the traditional Latin American folk art of retablo-making, a small painting that depicts everyday scenes, historical events or personal milestones. Join a community arts programmer to learn about the history and techniques of this vibrant art form and participate in a hands-on activity. S…
For elementary school children At Crafty Kids, children can explore the arts and make crafts. All materials will be provided by the library. NO REGISTRATION. First-come, first-served seating. For more information, contact 703-228-5946.
For families with children of all ages Children of all ages and their adults are invited to join us to experiment, problem-solve, and use their creativity by making a work of process-oriented art. NO REGISTRATION. First-come, first-served seating. Call 703-228-5946 for more information.
Join us for drawing lessons at the nature center using real specimens and live animals. We will begin our sessions by learning about our subject and you will have an opportunity to take pictures for your own collection of drawing references. Follow step-by-step lessons and learn various drawing techniques with dedicate…
For families with children of all ages Stop In for Stories is for children of all ages and an accompanying adult. This fun and interactive program combines activities such as read-aloud stories, songs, rhymes and fingerplays and introduces children to listening skills, picture books, the library, and the joy of reading…
Practice speaking Arabic in an informal setting. Classes meet Sunday afternoons. Everyone is welcome but you will need a working knowledge of Arabic in order to participate fully. Classes are led by a native Arabic-speaking Library volunteer. Free. In person. REGISTRATION RECOMMENDED. By registering, you will receive e…
Calling all yarn crafters! Work on your project(s) with other yarn craft lovers to share your enthusiasm and to learn from each other. Join us for this monthly program led by an experienced volunteer. Bring your knitting, crochet or any portable yarn project for this . (The library regrets it will not be providing any…
Practice speaking French in an informal setting. Classes meet Sunday afternoon in person. Everyone is welcome but you will need a working knowledge of French in order to participate fully. Classes are led by an experienced Library volunteer. REGISTRATION RECOMMENDED. By registering, you will receive event updates. For…
