Arlington Public Library - Upcoming Events

Join the Arlington Public Library, National Park Service and Friends of the Mount Vernon Trail to celebrate Earth Month! Carillonneurs will perform live musical concerts on the 53-bell carillon...  More

Practice speaking Arabic in an informal setting. Classes meet Sunday afternoons. Everyone is welcome but you will need a working knowledge of Arabic in order to participate fully. Classes are...  More

Enjoy a variety of modern and strategy board games at Central Library. Newcomers are always welcome! For adults 18+. We meet in person every second Sunday. Learn new games; meet new people! Play...  More

Practice speaking French in an informal setting. Classes meet Sunday afternoon in person. Everyone is welcome but you will need a working knowledge of French in order to participate fully. Classes...  More

Continue your yoga practice at the library! In this class for all levels, yoga teacher Helen Batchan will help you learn pranayama (breathing) techniques and how to do yoga poses aligned and safely....  More

Play Board Games with Family and Friends! Postponed from Tuesday, April 8th. Join us for a night of classic and easy-to-learn card and board games. You can also bring your own games if you prefer....  More

Practice speaking English in an informal setting. Level: Beginner - Advanced. Classes meet in person every Monday evening. Classes are led by experienced Library volunteers. REGISTRATION...  More

Practice speaking Italian in an informal setting. Everyone is welcome, but you will need a working knowledge of Italian in order to participate fully. The class is led by an experienced volunteer....  More

Learn how to safely cut glass and solder it to make a stained glass mushroom! This class will go over the basics of glass cutting, safety procedures, and using copper foil to solder a small stained...  More

Get a head start on your job or career planning! Learn about the 2023-2033 employment projections and free career resources available through the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Join us and hear...  More

Join us for Monday evening crafting at Aurora Hills You'll meet new friends and get to take away a new homemade craft! For adults age 18+. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Space is limited. For more...  More

Expand your Reading Horizons! Are you interested in joining a book club but not sure what you might like to read? We are a book club that reads and discusses a different genre each month. Take a...  More

Practice speaking English in an informal setting. Level: Beginner - Advanced. Classes meet in person on Tuesday morning. Classes are led by experienced Library volunteers. Free. Adults...  More

Practice speaking English in an informal setting. Level: Beginner - Advanced Classes meet Tuesday afternoon and are held virtually on Zoom and are led by experienced Library staff. Free. Adults...  More

One-on-one technology help in a friendly setting! A community volunteer will be available to help you with your own device or show you our digital resources on library devices. Get help...  More

Learn, Socialize and Have a Good Time! Whether you're curious about knitting, a beginner who wants to learn more, or are working at an intermediate / advanced level, this group is for you! Bring your...  More

Join instructors from Herencia Latina dance team for beginner salsa lessons. No prior experience or partner required! This event will take place outside in the parking lot. REGISTRATION RECOMMENDED:...  More

Art as a Journey to Mindfulness Join us for an inspiring evening of Mindful Art, where creativity meets tranquility! This unique event invites participants to explore the therapeutic benefits of art...  More

Learn how to use the Heat Press! Use the Silhouette Cameo to cut a design in heat press vinyl. Then use the heat press to put your design onto a canvas tote. Participants will take home their canvas...  More

Practice speaking Spanish in an informal setting. Classes meet every Tuesday evening in person. Everyone is welcome but you will need a working knowledge of Spanish in order to participate fully....  More

Join us for a lively monthly book club at Aurora Hills! We meet in person every 3rd Tuesday of the month at Aurora Hills Branch from 6:30 – 7:45 pm. Newcomers are welcome! This book club is led by...  More

A YA (Young Adult) Book Club for Adults Because you're never too old to enjoy YA! We meet online via Zoom on the 3rd Monday of the month. The April book is ""Highly Suspicious and Unfairly Cute" by...  More

Prepare for the United States Citizenship Exam. This class meets online every Wednesday from 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. and is led by experienced library staff. Each class will: study the 100 civics...  More

Practice speaking English in an informal setting! Level: Beginner - Advanced Practice sessions are led by experienced Library volunteers. Program meets in person on Wednesday mornings. ...  More

Practice speaking Japanese in an informal setting. Classes meet Wednesday afternoons in person. Everyone is welcome, but you will need a working knowledge of Japanese in order to participate fully....  More

Mindful Together: A Community Mindfulness Group Find peace and build community! Join us for a weekly session where we explore different themes through the lens of mindfulness. Our experienced...  More

Calling all quilters: Let's quilt together! Whether you're just starting your quilting journey or you're a seasoned pro, come join our quilting group for some sew time! No commitment is necessary....  More

To celebrate Earth Month, learn how to recycle 3D printer filament into material for our laser cutter! Mix and match colors to create a multilayered effect, reuse failed prints, and discover best...  More

Got a Plant or Garden Question? VCE Master Gardeners and VCE Master Gardener Interns are available every couple of weeks during the summer to answer your questions: general gardening...  More

Practice speaking Mandarin Chinese in an informal setting. Classes meet Wednesday evenings in person. Everyone is welcome, but you will need a working knowledge of Mandarin Chinese in order to...  More

Learn from the experts how to plant and improve your garden! Wednesday night garden talks are presented by the Arlington Friends of Urban Agriculture (FOUA) and the Master Gardeners of Northern...  More

Come check out the Pike and chat about the latest great books! This bookclub meets in person on the third Wednesday of each month. Newcomers are always welcome! We are reading: Jan.15 : "Parable...  More

We enjoy informal discussions on a wide range of science fiction titles This is a volunteer-led book club. We meet the third Wednesday evening of the month online via Zoom. New members are always...  More

Practice speaking English in an informal setting. Level: Beginner - Advanced. Classes meet in person every Thursday morning. Classes are led by experienced Library volunteers. REGISTRATION...  More

Have fun with mini terrariums at Westover! Let's celebrate Earth Day and the arrival of spring. We will be making mini terrariums using recycled glass and terracotta jars and enjoying a bit of tea...  More

Join us for activities and discussions to engage the brain! We meet on the first and third Thursdays of the month, at the Walter Reed Community Center, 2909 16th St S, Arlington, VA 22204. Memory...  More

Did you know Arlington Public Library offers much more than books? Join us as we showcase Arlington Public Library's digital resources, library services and programs, and community partners. We will...  More

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....  More

Prepare for the United States Citizenship Exam. This class meets in person every Thursday from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. and is led by an experience volunteer. Each class will: study the 100 civics...  More

Level: Beginner - Advanced Practice speaking English in an informal setting. Classes are led by experienced Library volunteers. Classes meet in person on Friday morning. Free. Adults 18+....  More

Practice speaking English in an informal setting! Level: Beginner - Advanced Practice sessions are led by experienced Library staff. Program meets in person weekly on Friday afternoons Free....  More

Continue your yoga practice at the library. The Human Kind Yoga Collective will offer an all-levels flow yoga class that is designed to be accessible, adaptable, and empowering, allowing you to...  More

Celebrate Spring in the Glencarlyn Library Community Garden! Rain or shine. Join the VCE Master Gardeners of Glencarlyn Library for their annual celebration of all things Spring! Purchase plants...  More

Need inspiration? Looking for a friendly community of writers? Join the Courthouse Writer's Group! We meet every other Saturday morning to share feedback and constructive criticism, offer support,...  More

Reading general interest and contemporary fiction We meet the 3rd Saturday of the month. Newcomers are always welcome, no matter when you read the book! Led by an experienced volunteer. We are...  More

Come Defy Gravity! Join the Arlington County Police Department and Arlington Public Library for a Wicked movie sing-along marathon! Free popcorn and drinks will be provided. Bring a blanket or pillow...  More

Practice speaking English in an informal setting. Level: Beginner - Advanced. Classes meet in person on Saturday afternoon. Classes are led by experienced Library volunteers. Free. Adults...  More

Practice speaking English in an informal setting! Level: Beginner - Advanced.This program meets in person on Wednesday afternoons. Practice sessions are led by experienced Library...  More