Stitching Stories: A Social Stitch Circle at Peirce Barn

Fri · Sep 18·Peirce Barn is located adjacent to Peirce Mill at 2401 Tilden St NW · Washington

Join Rock Creek Park's rangers for Stitching Stories, a community-powered knitting circle inspired by Freedom 250. Enjoy informal conversations about colonial-era fiber arts and how women used handmade textiles in daily life in support of the American Revolution. This is not a class—just a relaxed space for knitters of…

Sat · Sep 5·Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library - Central Library · Washington

Need to level-up your résumé to get that next job or promotion? Register for one, 58-minute in-person session to have your existing résumé professionally transformed into a CANVA résumé that will grab the attention of your potential employer~! Your session will occur on Monday, September 14, 2026. Know before you regis…

Sat · Sep 5·10 AM – 2 PM·Capitol View Neighborhood Library · Washington

Join us for our weekly "Build It" program. Create one-of-a-kind structures with LEGOs, magnetic tiles, recycled everyday materials & more.

Sat · Sep 5·11 AM·Moonshot Studio, The Kennedy Center, 2700 F St NW, Washington, DC 20566

The REACH. Moonshot Studio at the REACH celebrates creativity and the artist in everyone through hands-on art-making. The recommended age is 5 years old and above. Stop by anytime from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on (most) Saturdays & Sundays to explore our projects.

Fri · Sep 4·5:30 PM – 6:30 PM·Washington Printmakers Gallery (1675 Wisconsin Ave NW), DC

From now on, your origami experience will be joyful and rewarding. — You may be interested in trying various origami figures but feel intimidated or confused? Join my 1-hour origami crash workshop. First, you will learn the Preliminary (Square) Base as a starting point, and building on it, the Petal Fold and Bird Base.…

Fri · Sep 4·3 PM – 5 PM·Lamond-Riggs/Lillian J. Huff Neighborhood Library · Washington

Looking for a relaxing and creative way to spend your time? Whether you're a seasoned stitcher or just getting started, our Stitching Group is the perfect place to connect, create, and unwind. 🗓 When: Lamond Riggs Library 📍 Where: Meeting Room #1 🎟 Who: Open to all residents – beginners welcome! Bring along your kni…

Fri · Sep 4·1 PM – 3 PM·Program Room, Anacostia Community Museum · Washington

Explore the stories from fabrics, textiles and threads in this hands on workshop by local artist, Autumn Spears. Inspired by the idea that textiles can serve as personal and cultural archives, The Shape of Memory, invites us to reflect on a memory or experience that has shaped our lives and transform that reflection in…

Fri · Sep 4·Peirce Mill is located at 2401 Tilden Street NW · Washington

A woman lives in the countryside with her lively dog, her shy cat and her cuddly sheep. She decides to plant an apple tree so she can make a pie for her birthday. She is surprised by an unexpected little helper. Warm colors and beautiful singing bring special magic to this 30 minute show. Recommended for ages 2-8. Join…

Fri · Sep 4·Peirce Mill is located at 2401 Tilden Street NW · Washington

Lace up your hiking boots and follow in the footsteps of Theodore Roosevelt, the adventurous president who believed that time spent in nature built character, courage, and a stronger nation. Beginning at Peirce Mill, this 1.5-mile (round-trip) guided hike winds through scenic trails and rugged landscapes that Roosevelt…

Fri · Sep 4·The Old Stone House is located on 3051 M Street NW · Washington

Step back in time with a ranger-led tour of the Old Stone House, the oldest building in the nation’s capital. Discover what life was like in the 18th century as you explore its simple rooms, learn about early residents, and uncover the stories hidden within its stone walls. Perfect for visitors of all ages, this short…