Visit the book bike and the DCPL table at the 21st annual Fall Fun Day at Mitchell Park (23rd & S Streets NW) . The event will be hosted by the Friends of Mitchell Park . Bring the whole family for an afternoon of fall fun. There is something for everyone: crafts, face painting, a balloon artist, fire truck crafts, local food vendors, and more. This free neighborhood tradition is a great way to celebrate the season with friends, family, and neighbors.
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This learning space designed especially for children ages six and under combines age appropriate activities with museum collections and touchable objects to provide a gateway to history and a place to exercise curiosity for the youngest historians. Admission to Wonderplace is on a first come, first-served basis. At bus…
Spark!Lab is where museum visitors become inventors. The Lemelson Center for the Study of Invention and Innovation invites children between the ages of 6 and 12 to create, collaborate, explore, test, experiment and invent. Activities for children and families incorporate traditional science, technology, engineering and…
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.
Visit the Community Flea Market on the corner of Laurel and Eastern every Sunday from May through October! The market runs from 8:00am to 2:00pm and coincides with the vibrant farmers market across the street. Explore pop-up shops of boutique clothing, homemade jewelry, exotic spices, discounted housewares, and even bi…
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…
The Watha T. Daniel/Shaw Library may be closed for renovations , but the story time fun won't stop! Join Shaw Library staff at Reservoir Park Recreation Center for a 30 minute story time designed to be enjoyed by all ages. Promoting early literacy skills through books, songs, rhymes, and movement, Family Story Time is…
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…
Stop by Northwest One Library and search for 16 notable Hispanic and Latine figures hidden throughout the children’s area! Kids can explore at their own pace during open hours as they learn about important artists, activists, leaders, athletes, and more. Find all 16 figures and bring your completed sheet to the desk to…
Our peers can help with job searching, benefits, housing referrals, help getting a DC ID, vital documents, clothing, food, and other resources. Ask for a peer at the information desk. All are welcome.
Promoting early literacy skills through books, songs, rhymes, and movement, Family Story Time is a great way to further your child’s lifelong love of reading and learning. The whole family is encouraged to participate! If you would like to request an accommodation, please contact dcplaccess@dc.gov at least one week pri…
Join a museum educator for a family-friendly interactive tour of the Water's Edge: The Art of Truman Lowe exhibition! Visitors will engage with three of his artworks and can participate in guided discussions, and experience items from the museum's Teaching Collection. After finding inspiration from Truman Lowe’s artwor…
Listen to stories, sing songs, dance, and learn during our bilingual story time. Our English/Spanish story time introduces children to the Spanish language through books, rhymes, and songs. Escucha cuentos, canta, baila y aprende durante nuestra hora de cuentos bilingüe. La hora de cuentos introduce el idioma español a…
