Arlington Central Library

10:30 AM – 11 AM·Central Library — Children's Area · Arlington

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…

1 PM – 4 PM·Central Library — Barbara M. Donnellan Auditorium · Arlington

Throw your Sunday away at Central Library! Hang out with volunteers from the DMV Throwers every third Sunday . Learn new tricks; meet new people! Do you have an appreciation for yo-yos, kendama, diablo, juggling and any other trick based skill activity? Learn from experienced throwers and build your skills together. Br…

1:30 PM – 2:30 PM·Central Library — Glebe Room · Arlington

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…

3 PM – 5 PM·Central Library — Quincy Room · Arlington

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…

3:30 PM – 4:30 PM·Central Library — Bluemont Room · Arlington

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…

1 PM – 2:30 PM·Central Library — The Shop · Arlington

In this Intermediate Sewing class, learn how to use the fabric die cut machine to cut fabric and sew a soup bowl cozy. Participants will: Learn how to use the fabric die-cut Work with batting and folding a sewing project inside out to have more professional edges Intermediate sewing programs in The Shop are designed fo…

2 PM – 3 PM·Central Library — Quincy Room · Arlington

For grades 3-5 Build a catapult with local teens from STEMSters and test how types of energy, air resistance and angles can affect how well your catapult works. REGISTRATION RECOMMENDED. First-come, first-served seating. By registering, you will receive event updates. Call 703-228-5946 for more information.

4 PM – 4:45 PM·Central Library — Quincy Room · Arlington

For families with children ages 3-6 Tales Together is for children 3-6 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 r…

4 PM – 4:45 PM·Central Library — Quincy Room · Arlington

For families with children ages 3-6 Tales Together is for children 3-6 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 r…

6:30 PM – 7:30 PM·Central Library — Quincy Room · Arlington

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.

10:15 AM · 11 AM·Central Library — Barbara M. Donnellan Auditorium · 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…

10:30 AM – 11:30 AM·Central Library — Bluemont Room · Arlington

Practice speaking English in an informal setting. Level: Beginner - Advanced. Classes meet in person on Tuesday morning. Classes are led by experienced Library volunteers. Free. Adults 18+. REGISTRATION RECOMMENDED. By registering, you will receive event updates. For more information, call 703-228-5959.

4 PM – 5 PM·Central Library — Quincy Room · Arlington

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.

6 PM – 7:30 PM·Central Library — The Shop · Arlington

Learn the Basics of 3D Design and Printing This class will cover the basics of 3D modeling using Tinkercad, a free web-based application. Participants learn how to use this software to design a personalized 3D print, discover resources related to 3D design, and how to prepare these files for the 3D printer. Computer li…

6:30 PM – 7:30 PM·Central Library — Barbara M. Donnellan Auditorium · Arlington

The heartwarming underdog story of the 1924 Washington Senators Local author and historian Gary Sarnoff recounts the uplifting story of a team that surpassed all expectations and gave Washington fans a season to remember. One hundred years later, it's still a story that is sure to inspire all generations of baseball fa…

12 PM – 1 PM·Central Library — Quincy Room · Arlington

Practice speaking Japanese in an informal setting. Classes meet Wednesday afternoons in person. Everyone is welcome, but you will need a working knowledge of Japanese in order to participate fully. Teachers and materials are provided by SJA (Study Japanese in Arlington) sjastudy.org . REGISTRATION RECOMMENDED. By regis…

12 PM – 1 PM·Central Library — Barbara M. Donnellan Auditorium · Arlington

Get ready to dance! Join Onelife Fitness Ballston for a pop up Zumba class. Zumba is a world beats influenced dance style class that combines high energy moves and dance combinations that are designed to make your workout fun and make you feel great. No prior experience needed. REGISTRATION RECOMMENDED: By registering,…

4:15 PM – 5 PM·Central Library — Quincy Room · Arlington

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.

6 PM – 7:30 PM·Central Library — The Shop · Arlington

Learn some basic quilting skills and create a can cozy! Students will create a simple quilted pattern on their fabric before die-cutting and sewing a can cozy. Intermediate sewing programs in The Shop are designed for patrons who are comfortable using a sewing machine and are ready to build on their existing skills. Pa…

6:30 PM – 7 PM·Central Library — Quincy Room · Arlington

Para familias con niños de 0 a 5 años / For families with children ages 0 - 5 Cuentos en pijama para niños / Pajama Storytime for Children es una hora de cuentos bilingüe en español para familias con niños de 0 a 5 años y un adulto acompañante. ¡Animamos a todos a que vengan en pijama a este programa divertido e intera…

6:30 PM – 7:30 PM·Central Library — Glebe Room · Arlington

Practice speaking Mandarin Chinese in an informal setting. Classes meet Wednesday evenings in person. Everyone is welcome, but you will need a working knowledge of Mandarin Chinese in order to participate fully. Classes are led by a native Mandarin Chinese-speaking Library volunteer. Free. REGISTRATION RECOMMENDED. By…

10:15 AM – 10:45 AM·Central Library — Quincy Room · Arlington

For families with babies 0-12 months Bond with your baby through songs, rhymes, and games! Stay after the program to connect with other parents and caregivers of babies. NO REGISTRATION. First-come, first-served seating. Each attendee needs a ticket for this event. You may pick up your free tickets from the Central You…

10:30 AM – 12 PM·Central Library — Bluemont Room · Arlington

Reading and discussing current literary fiction, historical fiction and some nonfiction titles. We are the Thursday Morning with Friends of the Library Book Club. We meet every fourth Thursday morning at 10:30 a.m. in person at Central Library. This is a volunteer-led book club. New members are always welcome to join u…

12:30 PM – 2 PM·Central Library — Quincy Room · Arlington

Connect with other impacted federal workers The ripple effects of the mass layoff of federal workforce are being felt everywhere in our community. Whether you were a federal employee, federal contractor, or otherwise impacted by the federal workforce reductions, please join in this support group to share your experienc…

1:30 PM – 3 PM·Central Library — Bluemont Room · Arlington

Join us for activities and discussions to engage the brain! Memory Cafe at Central Library is a meeting place for people experiencing early-stage memory loss, along with their caregiver, where they can enjoy a change of pace, meet others on a similar journey, and engage in specialized group activities. Memory Cafe is a…

6:30 PM – 7:30 PM·Central Library — Glebe Room · Arlington

Prepare for the United States Citizenship Exam. This class meets in person every Thursday from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Each class will: study the 100 civics questions on the exam prepare to take the oral and written portions of the exam in English review the process for filling out the Naturalization application practic…

6:30 PM – 7:30 PM·Central Library — Quincy Room · Arlington

Practice speaking Spanish in an informal setting. Classes meet Thursday evenings in person. Everyone is welcome but you will need a working knowledge of Spanish in order to participate fully. Classes are led by an experienced Library volunteer. REGISTRATION RECOMMENDED. By registering, you will receive event updates. F…

10:15 AM – 10:45 AM·Central Library — Barbara M. Donnellan Auditorium · 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…

12 PM – 5 PM·Central Library — The Shop · Arlington

Learn how to safely use the Glowforge laser cutter. In addition to our in-person Glowforge classes, we are offering a self-guided certification option. This self-guided presentation will cover the basics of laser cutting, safety procedures, and the Glowforge app. Previous knowledge of design software is recommended, bu…

1 PM – 2 PM·Central Library — Bluemont Room · Arlington

Practice speaking English in an informal setting. Level: Beginner - Advanced. Classes meet in person on Saturday afternoon. Classes are led by experienced Library volunteers. Free. Adults 18+. REGISTRATION RECOMMENDED. By registering, you will receive event updates. For more information, call 703-228-5959.

10:30 AM – 11 AM·Central Library — Children's Area · Arlington

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…

1:30 PM – 2:30 PM·Central Library — Glebe Room · Arlington

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…

3:30 PM – 4:30 PM·Central Library — Bluemont Room · Arlington

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…

1 PM – 2:30 PM·Central Library — The Shop · Arlington

Craft a bag charm cute enough to eat! Students will use basic hand sewing techniques to create their dinosaur nugget and add ribbon and stuffing to turn it into a keychain. Ages 14+. All attendees must complete a Maker Waiver Agreement prior to participating in this class. REGISTRATION REQUIRED: If you are registered b…

4 PM – 4:45 PM·Central Library — Quincy Room · Arlington

For families with children ages 3-6 Tales Together is for children 3-6 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 r…

4 PM – 4:45 PM·Central Library — Quincy Room · Arlington

For families with children ages 3-6 Tales Together is for children 3-6 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 r…

6:30 PM – 7:30 PM·Central Library — Glebe Room · Arlington

Reading and discussing a range of classic and current fiction and non-fiction current literary and historical fiction. This is a volunteer-led book club. We meet the 4th Monday of the month at 6:30p.m. (Except December when we meet the third Monday). New members are welcome! REGISTRATION RECOMMENDED to receive event up…

Central Library, 1015 N. Quincy St., Arlington, VA 22201

Arlington County is embarking on a year long effort to create a county-wide plan to address Children and Youth Well-Being.

10:15 AM · 11 AM·Central Library — Barbara M. Donnellan Auditorium · 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…

10:30 AM – 11:30 AM·Central Library — Bluemont Room · Arlington

Practice speaking English in an informal setting. Level: Beginner - Advanced. Classes meet in person on Tuesday morning. Classes are led by experienced Library volunteers. Free. Adults 18+. REGISTRATION RECOMMENDED. By registering, you will receive event updates. For more information, call 703-228-5959.