Museums, zoos, landmarks, and must-see attractions in Arlington. The best spots for locals and visitors.
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Experience a vibrant celebration of National Arab American Heritage Month at the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. Enjoy an exciting afternoon featuring fashion, food, music, visual art, a traditional Arab Souq, and hands‑on workshops led...
Have questions for the author? Submit your question at registration and you may just hear the answer live! Join us in conversation with acclaimed author Brad Taylor on his latest work, Shadow Strike , book 20 (yes, you read that right!) of the bestselling Pike Logan series. After its proxies are...
Loya's prints were created in his summer artist residency at Brambleton Library. Find more of his Splotch Monster art here . Please visit and subscribe to our YouTube Channel - Loudoun County Public Online Programs - for more.
Want to paint on textured surfaces, and introduce your child to the fun of paint? Come to Messy Art and paint for the fun of it! We’ll be painting on cardboard textured panels, layered with recycled materials, as to make layered painted parts of a giant collaborative art piece. Make dots, mix...
Join community members as they meet together to sew. The Sewing Lab is equipped with sewing machines and some accessories. We will work on seat cushions, bags, purses, quilting, and other similar projects. You are strongly encouraged to bring you own machine. Suitable for children 8 and above with..
Working together in a silent community setting may help you concentrate on your writing work. Being with others at a set time and place may also help increase your focus and productivity. We provide the space, and you bring your writing pad & pencil/pen or laptop, to really get down to the business.
Enjoy a vibrant mix of stories, fingerplays, and songs in both Spanish and English! This interactive session invites little ones to explore language and culture in a fun, engaging way. Edades 3 a 5. Se presentarán cuentos, actividades de "fingerplay," y canciones en inglés y español.
After its proxies are devastated and its offensive capability pummeled in the latest war in the middle east, a rogue group of Iranian regime officials create a brazen plot to strike back at their hated enemies once and for all. They envision a series of operational dominos culminating in a...
Celebrate Earth Month and sign up for Creative Mischief: Nature Art workshop for Kids. Ages 6-12. Please register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/free-creative-mischief-nature-art-workshop-for-kids-tickets-1985383598789 Use natural inks and materials to create art while finding joy in reflecting.
Create your own artwork using your favorite poetry, quotations, color pencils and markers to celebrate National Poetry Month. Bring copies of your favorite poetry or favorite quotations. Instructions will be given and art materials provided.
Craft program hosted in conjunction with Outreach Services' visit to William Watters on the third Friday of every month.
The original version of a classic love story: a young actress arrives in Hollywood with hopes of stardom, and has a chance encounter with an older actor who places her under his wing. Not Rated 111 minutes (1 hours and 51 minutes) in length.
All crafters are welcome, you don't have to live in Alexandria or have a library card!
Looking for a cozy, creative way to spend your Thursday afternoons? Come hang out with us from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM and enjoy knitting and crocheting in a friendly, welcoming space. Bring your favorite projects, yarn, needles, and hooks—and share ideas, tips, and laughter with fellow makers....
Have fun making art and crafts while learning new skills. With easy-to-follow steps, kids will create their own unique projects to take home.
Practice reading aloud and build confidence during a one -on- one session with a certified therapy dog. Come and read to a licensed therapy dog. Best for kids in 1-3rd grades who need help to develop reading confidence. No parents or siblings allowed in room. Questions about this program? Contact...
Storytime at the Lovettsville Montessori school.
Join us for drop-in crafts when school is out. This hands-on activity will stimulate your child's creativity and imagination, while helping them develop critical fine motor skills. We will provide all the materials for this program. If you are looking for something to do until this program, take a..
Discover hand or machine sewing. We have projects for all skill levels!
Bring your preschooler for a fun-filled half-hour of stories, songs, and fingerplays! This engaging storytime nurtures a love for reading and sparks creativity, making it an unforgettable experience for little ones.
Unleash your creativity while learning new crafting skills! With step-by-step guidance, you’ll create something unique and have fun along the way. Decorate pens with flowers, leaves, bunnies, and other fun accessories! Children with adults are welcome to participate.
Whip up a delightful scrub to tickle your senses and smooth your skin! Pampering yourself is a must, but hurry—our supplies and seats are as rare as unicorn sightings! Please register.
Learn about the American flag and sew your own. Sponsored by the Darlington Friends of HCPL. Each person attending must register prior to the program.
While the Damascus Library is being renovated, Damascus Library staff are pleased to present Family Story Time at the Damascus Community Recreation Center located at 25520 Oak Dr, Damascus, MD 20872. There is also a drop box located at the Recreation Center for convenient returns of books and other.
Explore the art of crocheting in this hands-on workshop. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, this is the perfect place to learn and get creative.
Unleash your creativity with acrylic paint pouring! No experience needed to make stunning one-of-a-kind art.
Please arrive on time to ensure that all participants receive the instructions for the craft. This program is best for ages 6+ If you would like to request an accommodation, please contact dcplaccess@dc.gov at least 72 hours prior to the event.
Learn basic crochet stitches and useful tips & tricks! We'll learn how to chain, slip stitch, and single crochet. Limited supplies provided. Each person attending must register prior to the program.
The novel follows the adventures of unlikely amateur sleuth Judith Potts, a crossword puzzle setter living happily on her own in the quaint town of Marlow. Judith Potts is seventy-seven years old and blissfully happy. She lives on her own in a faded mansion just outside Marlow, there’s no man...
This hands-on activity will stimulate your child's creativity and imagination while helping them develop critical fine motor skills. Meet us in the children's area! We will provide all the materials for this program. If you are looking for something to do until this program, take a look at these...
Many beginner patterns use the single crochet stitch to create rows. You will practice the single crochet stitch by making a coaster. Yarn and hooks are provided. View entire series here . Dates in the series: Saturday, March 28, 1 p.m. - Chain Stitch Saturday, April 18, 1 p.m. - Single Crochet...
Please plan to check in at the welcome desk in the main lobby.
Join us for crafting fun! All supplies will be provided. Each person attending must register prior to the program.
This program is part of Renaissance April-- a themed month of programs for adults. View a complete list of programs here . Sponsored by the Loudoun Library Foundation. Please visit and subscribe to our YouTube Channel - Loudoun County Public Library Online Programs - for more programs.
When a bumbling ant accidentally destroys his colony's food supply, he recruits a band of insect circus performers to help fight off an army of greedy grasshoppers. Updated take on Aesop's fable "The Ant and the Grasshopper." -Swank.com Rated G, 96 Minutes
Check back to see which title we will be discussing. Attendees receive a copy at the prior month's discussion; following that, copies are available behind the Circulation Desk. Want to read more fiction? Enjoy other fiction titles in our MCPL catalog . Questions about this program? Contact Chevy...
Unleash your creativity while learning new crafting skills! Learn how to craft and design our own soap. Make one for yourself or make one as a gift! While supplies last.
Come and join us in Meeting Room 2 of Shepherd Park Library to enjoy a storytime and playtime! For ages Birth to Five years old, and their caregivers. Please pick up your free tickets at the desk - one for each person attending, child or adult - then head on upstairs to Meeting room 2. We'll start..
See additional resources and information on our English Learning page . Please visit and subscribe to our YouTube Channel - Loudoun County Public Library Online Programs - for more programs.
Follow step-by-step instructions to create a painting to take home. All supplies will be provided. Please dress in clothing you won't mind getting messy. Supported by the Havre de Grace Friends of HCPL. Each child attending much register prior to the program.
Snuggle in for an enchanting session filled with stories, songs, and fun! Pajamas are always welcome.
Whether you’re an experienced crafter or new to making things, join us once a month to create something new. This month we'll use vinyl cut with our Silhouette machine to decorate pouches. This program is for adults only. Supplies are limited- this event is first come, first served. Light...
These 20-30 minute story times are full of books, songs, rhymes and fingerplays for children from birth to two years old. With more activity and movement than our baby lap times, Baby & Toddler Story Time is a fun way to introduce your child to language and literacy skills through an interactive...
Do you love to crochet? Would you like to learn? Join us to crochet & make new friends. Beginners welcome & materials will be provided for first-time participants.
Here's the description: Finding My Story Memoir Workshop is a program with the objective to: 1. Help people learn how to write, and 2. Get people talking to each other, 3. Develop community. In the workshop, space is provided for people to feel comfortable talking about themselves and listening....
This program is part of Renaissance April-- a themed month of programs for adults. View a complete list of programs here . Sponsored by the Loudoun Library Foundation. Please visit and subscribe to our YouTube Channel - Loudoun County Public Library Online Programs - for more programs.