38 upcoming events for kids and families at Northeast Neighborhood Library, straight from the calendar we read every week.
Library · Washington · Updated September 16, 2026
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Northeast Library's Fall Garden Concert series returns featuring the Irish Breakfast Band. The Irish Breakfast Band is a multi-generational group of DC, Northern Virginia, and Maryland residents who meet on Saturday mornings for a potluck breakfast and rehearsal of their vast repertoire of Celtic tunes. These Saturday…
Toddler Explorations is an open interactive engagement program for young children and caregivers that uses play and exploration to develop pre-literacy and social skills. Join us in the big meeting room in the basement! Otherwise, if weather and temperatures permit, join us outside in the garden!
Join fellow yarn enthusiasts for a bi-monthly meet up to trade tips and encouragement. Bring your latest knitting or crochet project and a mug -- we'll make the tea.
These 20-30 minute story times are full of books, songs, rhymes and fingerplays for children from birth to three years old. Baby & Toddler Story Time is a fun way to introduce your child to language and literacy skills through an interactive experience for children and caregivers alike. Space is limited. Tickets will b…
We will both sign and vocalize our stories and songs. No prior knowledge of ASL is required. This fun story time is recommended for kids ages 2-5 with a caregiver. If you would like to request an accommodation, please contact the DC Public Library Center for Accessibility at least one week prior to the event. The Cente…
LEGO construction is a terrific way to encourage children to participate in science-related activities by building, designing and testing solutions. From cars to candy to custom houses, every week gives children a chance to use their imagination and build new and creative pieces! LEGO Club is best for kids and teens ag…
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.
Join Shawn McDermott and Don Miller as they share their experiences traveling to Israel. Their itinerary included Jerusalem, Nazareth, Cana, The Jesus Trail, Tiberias, Capernaum and Akko. What was originally a twelve day trip turned into a fourteen day adventure as they navigated an exit strategy from a country at war.…
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.
These 20-30 minute story times are specially designed for babies who are not yet walking, along with their grown-ups! Participants are introduced to developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, tickles, and bounces in a positive and fun atmosphere, followed by some free time for playing and socializing. Because Ba…
These 30-40 minute story times are designed to be enjoyed by all ages. 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! Northeast's Family Story Time…
Toddler Explorations is an open interactive engagement program for young children and caregivers that uses play and exploration to develop pre-literacy and social skills. Join us in the big meeting room in the basement! Otherwise, if weather and temperatures permit, join us outside in the garden!
A conversation group to improve and practice your Spanish! Meet other Spanish language learners in the community and brush up on your skills. We meet every 2nd and 4th Monday evening of the month. All levels are welcome.
These 20-30 minute story times are full of books, songs, rhymes and fingerplays for children from birth to three years old. Baby & Toddler Story Time is a fun way to introduce your child to language and literacy skills through an interactive experience for children and caregivers alike. Space is limited. Tickets will b…
Join the Upskilling Labs for workshops that accompany their peer-led experiential learning programming, where you can joing a project group and build something you care about with emerging technologies. Find the full slate of The Upskilling Labs' events on their Luma page . August 25: Introduction to AI Coding Agents R…
LEGO construction is a terrific way to encourage children to participate in science-related activities by building, designing and testing solutions. From cars to candy to custom houses, every week gives children a chance to use their imagination and build new and creative pieces! LEGO Club is best for kids and teens ag…
Join us for stories & songs on the Balcón (2nd floor) at Union Market's La Cosecha. The event is free and open to the public on a first-come, first-served basis.
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.
Local filmmakers discuss and dissect of independent horror content, build film-making skills, share support and feedback and resources. Registration for Cohort#6 is full. For questions about the workshop or joining Cohort #7 in 2027, please contact elaine.pelton@dc.gov
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.
These 20-30 minute story times are specially designed for babies who are not yet walking, along with their grown-ups! Participants are introduced to developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, tickles, and bounces in a positive and fun atmosphere, followed by some free time for playing and socializing. Because Ba…
These 30-40 minute story times are designed to be enjoyed by all ages. 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! Northeast's Family Story Time…
Toddler Explorations is an open interactive engagement program for young children and caregivers that uses play and exploration to develop pre-literacy and social skills. Join us in the big meeting room in the basement! Otherwise, if weather and temperatures permit, join us outside in the garden!
Join fellow yarn enthusiasts for a bi-monthly meet up to trade tips and encouragement. Bring your latest knitting or crochet project and a mug -- we'll make the tea.
LEGO construction is a terrific way to encourage children to participate in science-related activities by building, designing and testing solutions. From cars to candy to custom houses, every week gives children a chance to use their imagination and build new and creative pieces! LEGO Club is best for kids and teens ag…
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.
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.
The library is excited to partner with Pages on the Path for a very special reading experience during Banned Books Week. Pages on the Path, an audiobook walking club, invites you to get lost in a good book while exploring neighborhoods across the DMV. Bring your headphones, walking shoes, and press play on your current…
LEGO construction is a terrific way to encourage children to participate in science-related activities by building, designing and testing solutions. From cars to candy to custom houses, every week gives children a chance to use their imagination and build new and creative pieces! LEGO Club is best for kids and teens ag…
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.
Local filmmakers discuss and dissect of independent horror content, build film-making skills, share support and feedback and resources. Registration for Cohort#6 is full. For questions about the workshop or joining Cohort #7 in 2027, please contact elaine.pelton@dc.gov
Do you love browsing through cookbooks and trying new recipes? October's cookbook selection is Good Things : Recipes and Rituals to Share with People You Love: A Cookbook by Samin Nosrat. "With all the generosity of spirit that has endeared her to millions of fans, Samin Nosrat offers more than 125 of her favorite reci…
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.
Sing, play instruments, and join a dance party with your friends at Northeast! This program is intended for children under 5 & their caregivers.
Toddler Explorations is an open interactive engagement program for young children and caregivers that uses play and exploration to develop pre-literacy and social skills. Join us in the big meeting room in the basement! Otherwise, if weather and temperatures permit, join us outside in the garden!
Join fellow yarn enthusiasts for a bi-monthly meet up to trade tips and encouragement. Bring your latest knitting or crochet project and a mug -- we'll make the tea.
We will both sign and vocalize our stories and songs. No prior knowledge of ASL is required. This fun story time is recommended for kids ages 2-5 with a caregiver. If you would like to request an accommodation, please contact the DC Public Library Center for Accessibility at least one week prior to the event. The Cente…
LEGO construction is a terrific way to encourage children to participate in science-related activities by building, designing and testing solutions. From cars to candy to custom houses, every week gives children a chance to use their imagination and build new and creative pieces! LEGO Club is best for kids and teens ag…
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