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White Oak Library
55 upcoming events for kids and families at White Oak Library, straight from the calendar we read every week.
Library · Silver Spring · Updated September 16, 2026
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Qigong and Tai Chi for health, meditation, exercise and fun. This practice will follow the Yang family 37 posture short form developed by the legendary Cheng Man Ching. The practice is open for both beginners and those with experience. All ages welcome. Wear comfortable, loose clothing and flats or tennis shoes -------…
MONDAY
21
SEPTEMBER
Boost your commute by discovering options like ride-matching, public transit tips, and even bike resources—all for free! Representatives will gladly answer your questions at this information table. Questions about this program? Contact the branch 240-773-9555 Don't have a card right now? No worries! Find out how to Get…
Join us for some fun building opportunities! We will have Legos, Duplos, Lincoln Logs, and more! We will provide all the materials for this program. Questions about this program? Contact White Oak Library at 240-773-9555. Please be aware that small pieces could be a choking hazard for younger children. Adults must acco…
Experienced English language conversation facilitators will help you acquire English through informal conversation. Come, relax, and enjoy the company of other English language learners. Los facilitadores de conversación en inglés experimentados lo ayudarán a adquirir inglés a través de una conversación informal. Ven a…
TUESDAY
22
SEPTEMBER
Get up and get moving at storytime! These 20-30-minute programs are full of a diverse collection of books, songs and fun activities. They are designed to introduce your child to the culture of reading and help develop your child’s language skills. Children are encouraged to engage with the stories and activities, and t…
A storytime experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers. These 20-30-minute storytimes introduce a diverse collection of books, songs, rhymes and bounces developmentally appropriate for children from birth to when they start walking. This is a wonderful way to introduce your child to the joys and cul…
Get help with basic computer skills including: · Saving and managing files · Navigating the internet · Setting up and using email · Using the library’s website and e-resources · Downloading/streaming e-books, audiobooks, and more Registration required. Call 240-773-9555 Tuesday mornings at 10am. Registration opens two…
Looking for homework help for your elementary school student? Every Tuesday, we will have teen volunteers available to help your child. We have a limited number of available time slots. Students can sign up for a time slot up to 30 mins before the program starts. Last slot will be at 6 pm. For grades Kindergarten to 5t…
WEDNESDAY
23
SEPTEMBER
Welcome to the White Oak Library's Page Turners Book Club: a book club just for readers in grades 4-5. You can pick up your copy at the meeting or at the Checkout Desk at the White Oak Library after that. Most selections are also available electronically. Read the book on your own, then come ready to discuss the book a…
THURSDAY
24
SEPTEMBER
Learn what Montgomery College has to offer: degrees and certificates, the application process, financial aid, and more. Montgomery College representatives will be here to answer your questions. Questions about this program? Contact the branch 240-773-9555 Don't have a card right now? No worries! Find out how to Get a L…
Dance with your child to fun and upbeat music, then snuggle up as we share a bedtime story and goodnight song to send you off to dreamland. Pajamas and stuffies are welcome but not required! Music and movement teach the early literacy skills of listening and following directions, anticipation, and rhyming. Moving to mu…
SATURDAY
26
SEPTEMBER
Join Ray Lee (Silver Spring Martial Arts Association) for a drop-in Tai Chi, Qigong class. No experience needed. Tai Chi improves balance, flexibility, concentration and a general feeling of well-being. The moves are slow and precise with minimal impact. Tai Chi has been thought of as “Moving Meditation”. The Qigong pr…
SUNDAY
27
SEPTEMBER
Qigong and Tai Chi for health, meditation, exercise and fun. This practice will follow the Yang family 37 posture short form developed by the legendary Cheng Man Ching. The practice is open for both beginners and those with experience. All ages welcome. Wear comfortable, loose clothing and flats or tennis shoes -------…
MONDAY
28
SEPTEMBER
Chess club is free to attend, and all ages and skill levels are welcome. Boards and pieces will be provided or you can bring your own set. Learn chess in a non-competitive environment - beginners are welcome. Children under the age of 11 should be accompanied by an adult. Questions about this program? Contact White Oak…
Experienced English language conversation facilitators will help you acquire English through informal conversation. Come, relax, and enjoy the company of other English language learners. Los facilitadores de conversación en inglés experimentados lo ayudarán a adquirir inglés a través de una conversación informal. Ven a…
TUESDAY
29
SEPTEMBER
Get up and get moving at storytime! These 20-30-minute programs are full of a diverse collection of books, songs and fun activities. They are designed to introduce your child to the culture of reading and help develop your child’s language skills. Children are encouraged to engage with the stories and activities, and t…
A storytime experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers. These 20-30-minute storytimes introduce a diverse collection of books, songs, rhymes and bounces developmentally appropriate for children from birth to when they start walking. This is a wonderful way to introduce your child to the joys and cul…
Get help with basic computer skills including: · Saving and managing files · Navigating the internet · Setting up and using email · Using the library’s website and e-resources · Downloading/streaming e-books, audiobooks, and more Registration required. Call 240-773-9555 Tuesday mornings at 10am. Registration opens two…
Looking for homework help for your elementary school student? Every Tuesday, we will have teen volunteers available to help your child. We have a limited number of available time slots. Students can sign up for a time slot up to 30 mins before the program starts. Last slot will be at 6 pm. For grades Kindergarten to 5t…
THURSDAY
1
OCTOBER
Want to know about product recalls, carbon monoxide, escape planning and more? Learn how the Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service provides fire suppression, rescue, emergency medical services, and responds to hazardous materials incidents through the combined efforts of career and volunteer personnel. An informati…
FRIDAY
2
OCTOBER
A storytime experience for preschool-age children and their caregivers. These 30-40-minute programs are full of a diverse collection of books, songs, rhymes, and fun activities. They are designed to introduce your child to the culture of reading and help develop the skills your child will need to be ready for school. I…
Practice reading aloud and build your confidence during a one-on-one reading session with a certified therapy dog! We have a limited number of available time slots. Readers can sign up for a time slot at the Information Desk. Each reader will have ten minutes to read one-on-one with our certified therapy dog! This prog…
SATURDAY
3
OCTOBER
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with us by learning about art and culture, then creating an artwork! Art professor Michael Hilliard will introduce the art of a specific culture, then lead participants in the creation of their own artwork. Participants will have the option to display their artwork in the White Oak Lib…
SUNDAY
4
OCTOBER
Qigong and Tai Chi for health, meditation, exercise and fun. This practice will follow the Yang family 37 posture short form developed by the legendary Cheng Man Ching. The practice is open for both beginners and those with experience. All ages welcome. Wear comfortable, loose clothing and flats or tennis shoes -------…
MONDAY
5
OCTOBER
We have a limited number of available time slots. Readers can sign up for a time slot at the Information Desk. Each reader will have ten minutes to read one-on-one with a certified therapy dog! This program is specifically targeted to children 5-12 years old who have some ability to read aloud on their own. This is an…
Experienced English language conversation facilitators will help you acquire English through informal conversation. Come, relax, and enjoy the company of other English language learners. Los facilitadores de conversación en inglés experimentados lo ayudarán a adquirir inglés a través de una conversación informal. Ven a…
TUESDAY
6
OCTOBER
Get up and get moving at storytime! These 20-30-minute programs are full of a diverse collection of books, songs and fun activities. They are designed to introduce your child to the culture of reading and help develop your child’s language skills. Children are encouraged to engage with the stories and activities, and t…
A storytime experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers. These 20-30-minute storytimes introduce a diverse collection of books, songs, rhymes and bounces developmentally appropriate for children from birth to when they start walking. This is a wonderful way to introduce your child to the joys and cul…
Drop in from 4 to 6:00 pm to make a Banned Books Week button. Check out one of our Banned Books Week display books. Questions about this program? Contact White Oak Library (240)773-9555 Looking for more fun things to do at MCPL? Check out our other events . Don't have a card right now? No worries! Find out how to Get a…
Looking for homework help for your elementary school student? Every Tuesday, we will have teen volunteers available to help your child. We have a limited number of available time slots. Students can sign up for a time slot up to 30 mins before the program starts. Last slot will be at 6 pm. For grades Kindergarten to 5t…
THURSDAY
8
OCTOBER
Learn what Montgomery College has to offer: degrees and certificates, the application process, financial aid, and more. Montgomery College representatives will be here to answer your questions. Questions about this program? Contact the branch 240-773-9555 Don't have a card right now? No worries! Find out how to Get a L…
Dance with your child to fun and upbeat music, then snuggle up as we share a bedtime story and goodnight song to send you off to dreamland. Pajamas and stuffies are welcome but not required! Music and movement teach the early literacy skills of listening and following directions, anticipation, and rhyming. Moving to mu…
SATURDAY
10
OCTOBER
Join Ray Lee (Silver Spring Martial Arts Association) for a drop-in Tai Chi, Qigong class. No experience needed. Tai Chi improves balance, flexibility, concentration and a general feeling of well-being. The moves are slow and precise with minimal impact. Tai Chi has been thought of as “Moving Meditation”. The Qigong pr…
SUNDAY
11
OCTOBER
Qigong and Tai Chi for health, meditation, exercise and fun. This practice will follow the Yang family 37 posture short form developed by the legendary Cheng Man Ching. The practice is open for both beginners and those with experience. All ages welcome. Wear comfortable, loose clothing and flats or tennis shoes -------…
Help get your preschooler ready for kindergarten by building essential skills across five early learning domains. Kindergarten readiness is about what kids should know and be able to do when they start kindergarten. It refers to a child’s readiness to make a smooth and successful transition and integration into the kin…
MONDAY
12
OCTOBER
Chess club is free to attend, and all ages and skill levels are welcome. Boards and pieces will be provided or you can bring your own set. Learn chess in a non-competitive environment - beginners are welcome. Children under the age of 11 should be accompanied by an adult. Questions about this program? Contact White Oak…
Experienced English language conversation facilitators will help you acquire English through informal conversation. Come, relax, and enjoy the company of other English language learners. Los facilitadores de conversación en inglés experimentados lo ayudarán a adquirir inglés a través de una conversación informal. Ven a…
TUESDAY
13
OCTOBER
Get up and get moving at storytime! These 20-30-minute programs are full of a diverse collection of books, songs and fun activities. They are designed to introduce your child to the culture of reading and help develop your child’s language skills. Children are encouraged to engage with the stories and activities, and t…
A storytime experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers. These 20-30-minute storytimes introduce a diverse collection of books, songs, rhymes and bounces developmentally appropriate for children from birth to when they start walking. This is a wonderful way to introduce your child to the joys and cul…
Looking for homework help for your elementary school student? Every Tuesday, we will have teen volunteers available to help your child. We have a limited number of available time slots. Students can sign up for a time slot up to 30 mins before the program starts. Last slot will be at 6 pm. For grades Kindergarten to 5t…
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