Mindful Mondays: Mason Jar Lanterns

Mon · Sep 28·Lubber Run, 300 N Park Drive, 22203 · Arlington

Join volunteer Jeff Perlow for a hands-on plant repotting workshop and learn tips for keeping your houseplants healthy and thriving. Participants should bring one plant to repot, along with a flower pot that is 1–2 inches larger than the plant's current pot.

Mon · Sep 28·1 PM – 2:30 PM·Central Library — The Shop · Arlington

Craft a bag charm cute enough to eat! Students will use basic hand sewing techniques to create their dinosaur nugget and add ribbon and stuffing to turn it into a keychain. Ages 14+. All attendees must complete a Maker Waiver Agreement prior to participating in this class. REGISTRATION REQUIRED: If you are registered b…

Mon · Sep 28·Arlington County

Join us for our monthly meeting of the Arlington County Food Security Coalition.

Mon · Sep 28·10 AM – 11 AM·Courthouse Library — Children's Area · Arlington

For families with Preschoolers Join us for open play featuring a mix of games and activites that explore the STEAM- based concepts of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, or Math! No registration required. Attendance is first-come, first-served until event capacity is reached. Please call 703-228-3352 or email Lib-Co…

Tue · Sep 29·Lubber Run, 300 N Park Drive, 22203 · Arlington

Come make pillows for the Mended Hearts Pillow Program, which provides pillows to patients recovering from heart surgery. We will provide materials and sewing machines (or bring your own) and instructions will be given by volunteers from the Lubber Run 55+ Advisory Committee. Donations of cotton or cotton/poly fabric w…

Tue · Sep 29·2 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 · Sep 29·4 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…

Thu · Sep 3·6 PM – 7 PM·Shirlington Library — Campbell Room · Arlington

For families with kids Join us to create a piece of art...that talks. We'll create artwork and then use technology to make it come alive with your voice. At the end of the program, we'll create a talking art gallery and enjoy our artwork with snacks. NO REGISTRATION. First-come, first-served seating. For more informati…

Thu · Sep 3·6:30 PM – 7:30 PM·Central Library — Quincy Room · Arlington

Practice speaking Spanish in an informal setting. Classes meet Thursday evenings in person. Everyone is welcome but you will need a working knowledge of Spanish in order to participate fully. Classes are led by an experienced Library volunteer. REGISTRATION RECOMMENDED. By registering, you will receive event updates. F…

Thu · Sep 3·6:30 PM – 7:30 PM·Westover Library — Longfellow Room · Arlington

Learn to manage your finances with a budget Attendees will learn how a budget can strengthen their financial well‑being, understand the difference between wants from needs, and how to set realistic goals for spending, saving, and managing debt. Guest speaker: Shane L. Keogh , MBA, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones. REGIS…