For Middle School Students Join us every month for a Dungeons & Dragons adventure in the fantasy campaign, "The Wild Beyond the Witchlight"! New and experienced players are both welcome and can join at any time! Waitlist participants may come to be on standby and/or observe. Registration required. Please register each participant. Middle School Students Only. Call 703-228-5715 for more information.
Ages 3 to 5 years. Preschool programs are offered throughout the year at both Gulf Branch and Long Branch Nature Centers. The theme for preschool programs is repeated during the month, so please register for only one session at each nature center per month. Caretakers must stay with their child during the program.
Families. We'll walk on the trails to complete our nature scavenger hunt list. Together we'll search for acorns, rocks, leaves, bugs, other animals and more! We will meet in Glen Carlyn park to embark on the scavenger hunt. Canceled if raining.
For grades 2-5 Practice your math skills by playing fun math games with local teen volunteers. Teen volunteers serve as mentors encouraging kids to see that math = fun! Meets the 2nd Saturday of each month at 3 p.m. NO REGISTRATION. Call 703-228-5946 for more information.
Ages 18 to 35 months with adult. Tiny Tot programs provide opportunities to interact one-on-one with your child while discovering the wonders of nature. Each program will engage your child with hands-on learning and may include a variety of activities like songs, games, crafts, and mini-hikes. Tiny Tot programs are off…
Ages 4+. The Arlington Spellbinders will unleash the power of oral storytelling with favorite tales from around the world. Since ancient times in all cultures, this tradition has passed on wisdom, connected elders to youth, and engaged the imagination. Participants may choose a well-loved book to take home! Book donati…
For families with children of all ages Stop In for Stories is for children of all ages and an accompanying adult. This fun and interactive program combines activities such as read-aloud stories, songs, rhymes and fingerplays and introduces children to listening skills, picture books, the library, and the joy of reading…
Join us for activities and discussions to engage the brain! Memory Cafe at the Walter Reed Community Center is a meeting place for people experiencing early-stage memory loss, along with their caregiver, where they can enjoy a change of pace, meet others on a similar journey, and engage in specialized group activities.…
Calling All Gamers! Join us for an epic gaming experience at the library. It’s the ultimate showdown where you can challenge your friends, discover new games, and showcase your skills on our Nintendo Switch. REGISTRATION RECOMMENDED: First-come, first-served seating. By registering, you will receive event updates. Atte…
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Digital Skills Assistance Need some help getting started with tasks on your computer? Computer CORE’s Digital Navigator staff can help you improve and build confidence in your digital and computer skills. Find them in the lobby at Central Library Drop in anytime between 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. for personalized assistance. If…
This program is for grades 6-12 Start your weekend with a blast of creativity! Whether you're flying solo or teaming up with friends, come build wild creations, tackle fun challenges, or just kick back and chat. We’ve got the LEGO® bricks—you bring the imagination. NO REGISTRATION. For more information, call Glencarlyn…
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…
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…
