Papercrafts, journaling, and snacks Unwind and express yourself with crafts at this drop-in program. We provide the materials, whether you want to collage, junk journal, make zines, color, or just hang out and try something new. Bring a friend and have some fun! Registration not required. For more information, contact 703-228-5710.
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Sandra Phillips demonstrates creating a silver‑bell holiday card with a red ribbon using Prismacolor colored pencils at Arlington Mill.
Make fabric stars for holiday décor with all supplies provided, guided by Anya Gan and the Aurora Hills 55+ Advisory Committee at Aurora Hills Center.
Sew a breathable cotton bread bag for transporting loaves, using a sewing machine and straight stitch techniques, at the Central Library’s The Shop, for ages 18 and up.
Open play with STEAM games and activities exploring science, technology, engineering, art, and math at the Courthouse Library Children’s Area, for ages 1 and under and 3–5.
Interactive drawing class at Lubber Run teaches techniques with pencils, pens, and ink, providing all materials for beginners.
Visible mending circle (Cherrydale Library Loft) — bring clothing or textiles to repair, guided by Alison Davis-Holland with Art on the Mend team, for ages 18 and up.
Build wild LEGO creations, tackle challenges, and chat at the Brick and Chill teen hangout in Glencarlyn Library, ages 11–17.
Digital Navigator staff provide drop‑in help with laptops, phones, and smart devices, plus a beginner computer class in the Wilson Room each Saturday, ages 18 and up.
Nail art, coloring, and snacks offered in the Quincy Room at the Central Library, with all materials provided for teens ages 11–17.
Build your own rain barrel at a hands‑on workshop in Arlington County, preparing for rain and capturing roof runoff; pre‑registration required.
Halloween Family Storytime at Cherrydale Library Loft features read‑aloud stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and flannel boards for all ages.
Fall Friends Book Sale (Central Library) — Thousands of books, games and puzzles, half‑price weekend, members‑only day, specialty items in the Glebe Room, for all ages.
