For infants, from 6 weeks to almost crawling. Through gentle guided movements, massage and songs, parents bond with their infant while encouraging emotional and physical development. Cosponsored by the Friends of Martha Washington Library If you have questions about the appropriate age for a program, its content, or accommodations, please call the branch at 703-768-6700 (option 4).
Founded in 1749, Alexandria, Virginia, was a major American port that was home to both the country’s largest slave-trading firm and a large free Black community. Local guide John Chapman leads a walking tour of the city’s OId Town neighborhood that takes in sites connected to this history, including a former office of…
Join Ms. Naomi for a fun and interactive bilingual storytime with stories and songs in English and Español. Ages 0-5. Tickets are first-come, first-served, and will be distributed at the Children's Desk starting 15 minutes before each event. Audience size is limited to 50 to ensure safe and enriching programs. Stories…
Uses stories, songs and poses to teach caregivers and children techniques for breathing moving and relaxing. Bring a yoga mat or beach towel. Age 1-4 with adult. Register the child only please. Cosponsored by the Friends of Martha Washington Library If you have questions about the appropriate age for a program, its con…
Ages 5-10. Enjoy a well-deserved night out while your kids have a fun-filled evening with us!
At least one child in each group must be age 3-5, but siblings may also attend. Space is limited. Please pick up a ticket starting at 3:30 p.m. at the Children's Desk.
Baby Bounce is an opportunity for little ones to develop early literacy and social skills while giving caregivers a space to build community. We will begin with a short storytime, followed by a playtime with toys where caregivers can chat. Caretakers of children who are 12, 13, and 14 months old may choose to continue…
Sewing club for sewists of all abilities. Learn from an expert sewist. Try one of our projects or bring your own. Sewing machine and materials provided. Adults and Teens welcome.
Mah Jongg is a classic tile-based game of strategy, skill, and luck where players compete to create winning tile combinations while navigating intricate tactics and thrilling twists. Dive into its rich tradition, sharpen your mind, and experience the joy of outsmarting your opponents in this timeless classic—every roun…
Explore our new Sewing, Embroidery, and Cricut machines to create a new project. Bring a project to work on or simply learn how to use the new tools. Basic materials, and instructions are provided. Adults
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Ages 12-16. Come out for an afternoon of fun and learn a new skill while making friends and hanging out with other teens! Each session will have a different theme.
Come to the library to practice drawing PETS! Use step-by-step tutorials and provided supplies to draw your perfect pet or feel free to draw the pet or pets that are already a part of your family! For Children, ages 7 to 11 years old. Please only register your child for this event.
Do you enjoy crafting? Join us for Crafty Club, a special program for kids who enjoy making things! This month we'll be making a 3D layer art scene. This craft is designed for ages 9-13. Please register each child individually. All supplies provided
