Special Olympics Young Athletes Playgroup

Mon · Sep 14·4 PM – 4:30 PM·Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library - Central Library · Washington

This early childhood play program provides children with and without intellectual disabilities the same opportunities to advance in core developmental milestones through fun activities. Through play, children develop important skills for learning, like sharing, taking turns, and following directions. Registration is we…

Mon · Sep 28·4 PM – 4:30 PM·Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library - Central Library · Washington

This early childhood play program provides children with and without intellectual disabilities the same opportunities to advance in core developmental milestones through fun activities. Through play, children develop important skills for learning, like sharing, taking turns, and following directions. Registration is we…

Mon · Sep 21·10:30 AM – 11 AM·Capitol View Neighborhood Library · Washington

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.

Mon · Sep 21·10:30 AM – 11 AM·Chevy Chase Neighborhood Library · Washington

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…

Mon · Sep 21·11:30 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 · Sep 21·Woodrow Wilson Plaza, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20004

From salsa to strings, and blues to swing, Live! Concert Series on the Plaza 2026 features hot entertainment for the Downtown DC community. From July 13 through September 25, 2026, Monday to Friday at 12:00 p.m. - 1:00pm on Wilson Plaza, join us for free lunchtime performances featuring the area's most talented enterta…

Mon · Sep 21·4 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…

Mon · Sep 21·4 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…

Tue · Sep 22·9:30 AM – 1:30 PM·Bird House Classroom, National Zoo · Washington

There's fungus among us! Join us for creative, drop-in play at the Zoo as we learn how fungi and lichens are an important part of nature. 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 and gu…

Thu · Sep 3·2:45 PM – 5 PM·Palisades Neighborhood Library · Washington

Come cool off in the library with some colorful lanyard crafts! Plastic lanyard and string will be provided. All ages welcome.

Thu · Sep 3·3 PM – 4 PM·Parklands-Turner Neighborhood Library · Washington

Discover new flavors and fresh reads! Join us for a relaxing tea tasting paired with a sneak peek at exciting new books. For all ages. Sample tasty teas while diving into fun, real-life topics in a relaxed space. For teens and adults.

Thu · Sep 3·4 PM – 5 PM·Northeast Neighborhood Library · Washington

Children ages 3-10 are welcome in the Children's Reading Room (2nd Floor) for some arts and crafts fun! We make a different project every week using a wide variety of methods and materials.

Thu · Sep 3·4 PM – 5 PM·Southwest Neighborhood Library · Washington

Play board games, card games, and the occasional giant version of your favorites!