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59 upcoming events for kids and families at White Oak Library, straight from the calendar we read every week.

Library · Silver Spring · Updated October 21, 2026

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TUESDAY
27
OCTOBER

10:30 AM – 11 AM·White Oak Library · Silver Spring

Active storytime with books, songs, and movement at White Oak Library, ages 1–3.

11:30 AM – 12 PM·White Oak Library · Silver Spring

Storytime at White Oak Library features books, songs, rhymes, and gentle bounces for babies in caregivers’ laps, for ages 1 and under.

4 PM – 6 PM·White Oak Library · Silver Spring

One‑on‑One Computer Help for Beginners (White Oak Library) — 30‑minute individual sessions with adult volunteers covering file management, internet navigation, email setup, library e‑resources, and e‑book streaming, registration required, ages 18+.

5 PM – 6:30 PM·White Oak Library · Silver Spring

High school volunteers assist elementary students with homework at White Oak Library, offering limited 30‑minute slots each Tuesday, for ages 5–10.

WEDNESDAY
28
OCTOBER

5 PM – 5:45 PM·White Oak Library · Silver Spring

Book discussion, game, and copy pickup for grades 4‑5 readers at White Oak Library, ages 5–10.

THURSDAY
29
OCTOBER

5 PM – 6 PM·White Oak Library · Silver Spring

Professional architects from the American Institute of Architects lead discussion, hands‑on activities, and collaborative design exercises on architecture’s role in healthy, vibrant communities, for ages 11–17.

SATURDAY
31
OCTOBER

10:30 AM – 11:30 AM·White Oak Library · Silver Spring

Halloween-themed storytime with gentle tales followed by a costume parade at White Oak Library, for ages 10 and under.

SUNDAY
1
NOVEMBER

10 AM – 11 AM·White Oak Library · Silver Spring

Tai Chi and Qigong practice follows the Yang family 37‑posture short form, beginners welcome, at White Oak Library, ages 14 and up.

2 PM – 4 PM·White Oak Library · Silver Spring

Knitting and crocheting sessions at White Oak Library let participants work on projects, share tips, and receive instruction from Knits n' Purls, for ages 11 and up.

MONDAY
2
NOVEMBER

10:30 AM – 12 PM·White Oak Library · Silver Spring

Build with Legos, Duplos, Lincoln Logs and other blocks using library‑provided materials; adults accompany children under eight; for ages 3–13.

5 PM – 6 PM·White Oak Library · Silver Spring

Readers practice aloud for ten minutes with a certified therapy dog in a one‑on‑one session at White Oak Library, for ages 5–10.

6 PM – 7:30 PM·White Oak Library · Silver Spring

Informal English conversation led by experienced facilitators, offering relaxed practice with other learners, at White Oak Library, ages 14 and up.

TUESDAY
3
NOVEMBER

10:30 AM – 11 AM·White Oak Library · Silver Spring

Active storytime with books, songs, and movement at White Oak Library, ages 1–3.

11:30 AM – 12 PM·White Oak Library · Silver Spring

Storytime at White Oak Library features books, songs, rhymes, and gentle bounces for babies in caregivers’ laps, for ages 1 and under.

4 PM – 6 PM·White Oak Library · Silver Spring

One‑on‑One Computer Help for Beginners (White Oak Library) — 30‑minute individual sessions with adult volunteers covering file management, internet navigation, email setup, library e‑resources, and e‑book streaming, registration required, ages 18+.

5 PM – 6:30 PM·White Oak Library · Silver Spring

High school volunteers assist elementary students with homework at White Oak Library, offering limited 30‑minute slots each Tuesday, for ages 5–10.

THURSDAY
5
NOVEMBER

10 AM – 1 PM·White Oak Library · Silver Spring

Fire & Rescue Service representatives answer questions on product recalls, carbon monoxide, escape planning and more at an information table in White Oak Library, ages 14 and up.

FRIDAY
6
NOVEMBER

10:30 AM – 11:30 AM·White Oak Library · Silver Spring

Storytime at White Oak Library features books, songs, rhymes, and activities, followed by Stay & Play, for ages 3–5.

4 PM – 5 PM·White Oak Library · Silver Spring

One‑on‑one ten‑minute reading sessions with a certified therapy dog at White Oak Library for ages 5–10.

SUNDAY
8
NOVEMBER

10 AM – 11 AM·White Oak Library · Silver Spring

Tai Chi and Qigong practice follows the Yang family 37‑posture short form, beginners welcome, at White Oak Library, ages 14 and up.

4 PM – 5 PM·White Oak Library · Silver Spring

Preschool Play and Learn (White Oak Library) — Short circle time then 30‑40 minutes of play‑based stations building letter, color, counting and motor skills for ages 3‑5.

MONDAY
9
NOVEMBER

4 PM – 5 PM·White Oak Library · Silver Spring

Six-week Python coding course at White Oak Library offers guided, hands‑on instruction by high‑school robotics mentors, covering syntax, loops, arrays, and methods, free, ages 11–17.

4 PM – 6 PM·White Oak Library · Silver Spring

Chess Club at White Oak Library offers free, low‑stress chess lessons with boards provided for beginners and all skill levels, ages 5 and up.

6 PM – 7:30 PM·White Oak Library · Silver Spring

Informal English conversation led by experienced facilitators, offering relaxed practice with other learners, at White Oak Library, ages 14 and up.

TUESDAY
10
NOVEMBER

10:30 AM – 11 AM·White Oak Library · Silver Spring

Active storytime with books, songs, and movement at White Oak Library, ages 1–3.

11:30 AM – 12 PM·White Oak Library · Silver Spring

Storytime at White Oak Library features books, songs, rhymes, and gentle bounces for babies in caregivers’ laps, for ages 1 and under.

4 PM – 6 PM·White Oak Library · Silver Spring

One‑on‑One Computer Help for Beginners (White Oak Library) — 30‑minute individual sessions with adult volunteers covering file management, internet navigation, email setup, library e‑resources, and e‑book streaming, registration required, ages 18+.

5 PM – 6:30 PM·White Oak Library · Silver Spring

High school volunteers assist elementary students with homework at White Oak Library, offering limited 30‑minute slots each Tuesday, for ages 5–10.

THURSDAY
12
NOVEMBER

2 PM – 3 PM·White Oak Library · Silver Spring

Discussion of Sheila Johnson’s memoir Walk Through Fire at White Oak Library, with the book available on hold for pickup during library hours, ages 18+.

4 PM – 6 PM·White Oak Library · Silver Spring

Montgomery College representatives staff a table at White Oak Library, providing details on degrees, certificates, applications, and financial aid, for ages 14 and up.

5 PM – 5:45 PM·White Oak Library · Silver Spring

Monthly read‑alouds and book‑inspired activities for kindergarten and first‑grade beginners at White Oak Library for ages 5–10.

6:30 PM – 7:45 PM·White Oak Library · Silver Spring

White Oak Library hosts a discussion of Ocean Vuong’s novel The Emperor of Gladness, exploring its themes of love, loss, and second chances, ages 18+.

7 PM – 7:45 PM·White Oak Library · Silver Spring

Dance wiggles away, then settle for a bedtime story and goodnight song at White Oak Library, pajamas and stuffies welcome, for ages 10 and under.

SATURDAY
14
NOVEMBER

10 AM – 11 AM·White Oak Library · Silver Spring

Drop-in Tai Chi and Qigong class with Ray Lee at White Oak Library, offering slow, precise moves and gentle energy exercises for adults 18 and up.

4 PM – 4:45 PM·White Oak Library · Silver Spring

Storytime and craft explore the indigenous Three Sisters planting of corn, squash, and beans at White Oak Library, celebrating gratitude, for ages 3–10.

SUNDAY
15
NOVEMBER

10 AM – 11 AM·White Oak Library · Silver Spring

Tai Chi and Qigong practice follows the Yang family 37‑posture short form, beginners welcome, at White Oak Library, ages 14 and up.

2 PM – 4 PM·White Oak Library · Silver Spring

Knit and Crochet Together (White Oak Library) — Participants knit or crochet projects, share techniques, and receive basic instruction, bringing yarn and needles or a crochet hook, ages 11+.

MONDAY
16
NOVEMBER

2 PM – 4 PM·White Oak Library · Silver Spring

Ride-matching, public transit tips, and bike resources displayed at a free information table in White Oak Library, ages 14 and up.

4 PM – 5 PM·White Oak Library · Silver Spring

Six-week Python coding course at White Oak Library offers guided, hands‑on instruction by high‑school robotics mentors, covering syntax, loops, arrays, and methods, free, ages 11–17.

5 PM – 6 PM·White Oak Library · Silver Spring

Readers practice aloud for ten minutes with a certified therapy dog in a one‑on‑one session at White Oak Library, for ages 5–10.

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