Shop Class: Making Mini Banned Books

Mon · Oct 5·Arlington County

Paint along with a Community Arts Programmer as they present a detailed step-by-step painting demonstration. Picture and supply list will be sent prior to the class.

Mon · Oct 5·Lubber Run, 300 N Park Drive, 22203 · Arlington

Participants of all ages are invited to paint rocks for the new Lubber Run Rock Garden. Whether adding a positive message, a fun pattern, or a vibrant splash of color, each rock will contribute to a shared community space. No artistic experience needed—just imagination! Supplies will be provided. Open to all ages: no 5…

Mon · Oct 5·3 PM – 4 PM·Columbia Pike Library — Drew Room · Arlington

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…

Mon · Oct 5·5:30 PM – 7:30 PM·Central Library — The Shop · Arlington

Garment Sewists Welcome! In this volunteer-led monthly meetup garment sewists are welcome to work together in The Shop to share ideas, work on their projects, and workshop problems. The Shop has 7 sewing machines and 1 serger that are available for us but sewists are welcome to bring their own machines. Projects are no…

Tue · Oct 6·2 PM – 4 PM·Cherrydale Library — Loft · Arlington

Come mend and connect in community. Bring your clothing or textile items and give them new life through visible mending—where repairs are seen and celebrated. Learn alongside Alison Davis-Holland and a friendly team of “Mend-tors” from Art on the Mend , and enjoy meeting new people along the way. We provide all mending…

Tue · Oct 6·4 PM – 5 PM·Glencarlyn Library · Arlington

For elementary school children: 6 - 11 At Crafty Kids, children can explore the arts and make crafts. All materials will be provided by the library. Seasonal crafts dates: September 15 - October 13: Hispanic Heritage Crafts November 10 and 17: Native American Heritage Crafts December 1 - 15: Winter crafts NO REGISTRATI…

Sun · Oct 4·2700 Art Space, 2700 S. Nelson St., Arlington, VA 22206

SPARK! is a fun inclusive outdoor market with handpicked art and food vendors, and programming including poetry, music and art making. Meet your neighbors, build community and be inspired at SPARK! Hang out with us the first Sunday of the month at the new outdoor 2700 Art Space. YIKES! at SPARK! is a Halloween themed a…

Thu · Sep 3·4 PM – 5 PM·Cherrydale Library — Loft · Arlington

For kids in Kindergarten - Grade 5 Each club meeting we explore arts, books, crafts, and building through a different fun activity. We provide the supplies, you bring your creativity and imagination! REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Space is limited, please register each child individually. Call 703-228-6330 for more information…

Thu · Sep 3·4 PM – 5 PM·Central Library — Quincy Room · Arlington

For new and returning teen volunteers in Grades 7-12 Are you a new volunteer interested in how libraries work behind the scenes? Are you a returning volunteer interested in additional opportunities? Learn more about how volunteering at the library works and get started working on different volunteer tasks! Participants…

Thu · Sep 3·4:30 PM – 5:15 PM·Aurora Hills Library — Eads Room · Arlington

For kids in Kindergarten - Grade 5 At each club meeting we explore arts, books and crafts through a different fun activity Seasonal activity themes: September 17: Hispanic Heritage Month October 8: Banned Books Week November 12: Native American Heritage Month December 17: Arlington Reads Stirs It Up NO REGISTRATION. Fi…