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Apr
13
Sun, 2:00pm - 5:00pm In-Person
Central Library, Barbara M. Donnellan Auditorium

Board Game Afternoon at Central

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
Apr
14
Mon, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Glencarlyn Library

Family Game Night at Glencarlyn

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
Apr
17
Thu, 3:00pm - 5:00pm In-Person
Glencarlyn Library
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Ready, Set, Game! at Glencarlyn Library

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...  More
Apr
17
Thu, 3:00pm - 4:00pm In-Person
Westover Library, Longfellow Room

Ready, Set, Game!: Super Smash Bros. Ultimate at Westover

For Grades 6 - 12 Calling All Gamers! Join us for an epic video gaming experience at the library. It’s the ultimate showdown, where you can challenge your friends and showcase your Mario Kart 8...  More
Apr
19
Sat, 2:00pm - 4:30pm In-Person
Aurora Hills Library, Eads Room
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D&D One Shot Adventures at Aurora Hills

For Middle School Students Join us for a new Dungeons & Dragons adventure every month! New players and experienced players both welcome. Waitlist participants may come to be on standby and/or...  More
Apr
21
Mon, 6:00pm - 8:00pm In-Person
Aurora Hills Library, Eads Room

Board Game Evening at Aurora Hills

Enjoy a variety of modern and strategy board games For adults 18+. We meet in person every third Monday of the month. Newcomers are always welcome! Learn new games; meet new people! Play various...  More
Apr
22
Tue, 6:00pm - 7:00pm In-Person
Columbia Pike Library, Drew Room

Dungeons and Dragons Monster Mini Painting

This program is for grades 6-12 Join us to paint your very own D&D monster miniature. Printed on the 3-D printer at our Shop in the Central Library, we’ll have a selection of different creatures for...  More
Apr
23
Wed, 6:00pm - 7:30pm In-Person
Central Library, The Shop
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Shop Event: Make & Play - WARHAMMER FANTASY

Come learn about tabletop gaming and how these games can be designed and expanded upon using resources found in The Shop. The first half of this class will be spent preparing the game table and...  More
Apr
24
Thu, 3:00pm - 5:00pm In-Person
Glencarlyn Library
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Ready, Set, Game! at Glencarlyn Library

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...  More
Apr
24
Thu, 5:30pm - 7:30pm In-Person
Shirlington Library, Campbell Room
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Dungeons & Dragons Session

For Grades 6 to 12 Join us for a beginner-friendly D&D session! This one-hour session is perfect for players who want to learn the basics of combat and roleplaying, although experienced players are...  More
Apr
27
Sun, 1:00pm - 4:00pm In-Person
Central Library, Barbara M. Donnellan Auditorium
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The YoYo Club

Throw your Sunday away at Central Library! Hang out with volunteers from the DMV Throwers every third Sunday*. *Easter is the third Sunday this month, we are meeting on the 4th Sunday!* Learn...  More
Apr
27
Sun, 2:00pm - 5:00pm In-Person
Shirlington Library, Campbell Room

Board Game Afternoon at Shirlington

Enjoy a variety of modern and strategy games Newcomers are always welcome! For adults 18+. We meet in person every sixth Sunday. Learn new games; meet new people! Play various modern tabletop games...  More
May
1
Thu, 3:00pm - 5:00pm In-Person
Glencarlyn Library
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Ready, Set, Game! at Glencarlyn Library

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...  More
May
3
Sat, 2:00pm - 4:45pm In-Person
Aurora Hills Library, Eads Room
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D&D Club at Aurora Hills

For Middle School Students Join us every month for Dungeons & Dragons for an ongoing campaign adventure! New players and experienced players both welcome. Waitlist participants may come to be on...  More
May
5
Mon, 6:00pm - 8:00pm In-Person
Cherrydale Library, Loft

Board Game Evening at Cherrydale

Enjoy a variety of modern and strategy board games. Learn new games; meet new people! Play various modern tabletop board games that are simple to learn and fun to master. Experienced players will...  More
May
5
Mon, 6:30pm - 7:30pm In-Person
Aurora Hills Library, Eads Room
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Bingo Night!

Enjoy a Night of Bingo at the Library! Have fun with your neighbors and friends while playing a few rounds of bingo for the chance to win some literary-themed prizes. No money is needed. All cards...  More
May
8
Thu, 3:00pm - 5:00pm In-Person
Glencarlyn Library
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Ready, Set, Game! at Glencarlyn Library

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...  More
May
8
Thu, 5:00pm - 6:00pm In-Person
Aurora Hills Library, Eads Room
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Theatre Skills = Life Skills: Learning to Collaborate

Learn to Collaborate with Signature Theatre Join members of the Signature Theatre Education Department for this all-skill levels class on the art of collaboration onstage and off. Sharpen your skills...  More
May
8
Thu, 6:30pm - 8:00pm In-Person
Westover Library, Longfellow Room
Waitlist Open

Learn to play Chinese Mahjong

Come to learn and play Mahjong. Mahjong is a traditional Chinese game using illustrated tiles that is similar to rummy, a card game where players match cards into sets to score points. Join us to...  More
May
10
Sat, 2:00pm - 4:30pm In-Person
Aurora Hills Library, Eads Room

D&D One Shot Adventures at Aurora Hills

For Middle School Students Join us for a new Dungeons & Dragons adventure every month! New players and experienced players both welcome. Waitlist participants may come to be on standby and/or...  More
May
10
Sat, 2:00pm - 3:00pm In-Person
Cherrydale Library, Loft

Ready, Set, Game! at Cherrydale: Mario Kart Racing

For teens ages 13-18 only Join us for an epic Mario Kart gaming session at the library. It’s the ultimate showdown where you can challenge your friends and showcase your skills on the big screen...  More
May
11
Sun, 1:00pm - 4:30pm In-Person
Central Library, Barbara M. Donnellan Auditorium

Board Game Afternoon at Central

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
May
13
Tue, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Glencarlyn Library

Family Game Night at Glencarlyn

Play Board Games with Family and Friends! Join us for a night of classic and easy-to-learn card and board games on the second Tuesday of the month. You can also bring your own games if you prefer....  More
May
14
Wed, 6:00pm - 7:30pm In-Person
Central Library, The Shop

CANCELED - Shop Event: Make & Play - Gaslands

Ready, Set, GO! Come learn about tabletop gaming and how these games can be designed and expanded upon using resources found in The Shop. The first half of this class will be spent...  More
May
15
Thu, 3:00pm - 5:00pm In-Person
Glencarlyn Library
REGISTER

Ready, Set, Game! at Glencarlyn Library

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...  More
May
15
Thu, 7:00pm - 8:00pm In-Person
Shirlington Library, Campbell Room
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Theatre Skills = Life Skills: Listening and Observation

Learn about the importance of listening and observation with Signature Theatre Join members of the Signature Theatre Education Department for this all-skill levels class on taking in the world around...  More
May
18
Sun, 1:00pm - 4:00pm In-Person
Central Library, Barbara M. Donnellan Auditorium
REGISTER

The YoYo Club

Throw your Sunday away at Central Library! Hang out with volunteers from the DMV Throwers every third Sunday. Learn new tricks; meet new people! Do you have an appreciation for yo-yos, kendama,...  More
May
19
Mon, 6:00pm - 8:00pm In-Person
Aurora Hills Library, Eads Room

Board Game Evening at Aurora Hills

Enjoy a variety of modern and strategy board games For adults 18+. We meet in person every third Monday of the month. Newcomers are always welcome! Learn new games; meet new people! Play various...  More
May
20
Tue, 6:30pm - 7:30pm In-Person
Cherrydale Library, Loft
REGISTER

Bingo Night at Cherrydale

Come out for a night of Bingo at the Cherrydale Library Play a few rounds of bingo for the chance to win some literary-themed prizes! No money is needed, all cards are free and there are no cash...  More
May
22
Thu, 3:00pm - 5:00pm In-Person
Glencarlyn Library
REGISTER

Ready, Set, Game! at Glencarlyn Library

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...  More
May
29
Thu, 3:00pm - 5:00pm In-Person
Glencarlyn Library
REGISTER

Ready, Set, Game! at Glencarlyn Library

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...  More
May
31
Sat, 11:00am - 3:00pm In-Person
Central Library, Outside: Central Library Plaza
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Community Picnic and Joining Fair

Share the love for our community! Meet your neighbors, enjoy a picnic, join a club! Let's come together for food, fun and connection! Bring your own picnic and blanket or purchase food from one of...  More
Jun
2
Mon, 6:00pm - 8:00pm In-Person
Cherrydale Library, Loft

Board Game Evening at Cherrydale

Enjoy a variety of modern and strategy board games. Learn new games; meet new people! Play various modern tabletop board games that are simple to learn and fun to master. Experienced players will...  More
Jun
5
Thu, 3:00pm - 5:00pm In-Person
Glencarlyn Library
REGISTER

Ready, Set, Game! at Glencarlyn Library

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...  More
Jun
5
Thu, 4:00pm - 4:30pm In-Person
Westover Library, Longfellow Room

Share The Love of Magic!

For Grades 3 - 5 Hey Kids! Do you want to impress your friends when you go back to school this fall? Great!! Then join us this summer at the Westover Library, as we learn to draw cartoons, do magic...  More
Jun
7
Sat, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Westover Library

Share the Love of Summer Reading Kickoff at Westover

Good for All Ages It's Summer Reading time! There will be lots of fun as you love signing up for the Summer Reading Program. No registration required. For more information call 703-228-5260.
Jun
7
Sat, 10:30am - 11:45am In-Person
Shirlington Library, Campbell Room

Summer Reading Kickoff

For all ages Share your love of summer reading with games and a heart suncatcher craft. And most important: sign up for summer reading at the circulation desk! REGISTRATION NOT REQUIRED. Admission...  More
Jun
7
Sat, 2:00pm - 4:45pm In-Person
Aurora Hills Library, Eads Room

D&D Club at Aurora Hills

For Middle School Students Join us every month for Dungeons & Dragons for an ongoing campaign adventure! New players and experienced players both welcome. Waitlist participants may come to be on...  More
Jun
8
Sun, 1:00pm - 4:30pm In-Person
Central Library, Barbara M. Donnellan Auditorium

Board Game Afternoon at Central

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
Jun
8
Sun, 2:00pm - 5:00pm In-Person
Shirlington Library, Campbell Room

Board Game Afternoon at Shirlington

Enjoy a variety of modern and strategy games Newcomers are always welcome! For adults 18+. We meet in person every sixth Sunday. Learn new games; meet new people! Play various modern tabletop games...  More
Jun
10
Tue, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Glencarlyn Library

Family Game Night at Glencarlyn

Play Board Games with Family and Friends! Join us for a night of classic and easy-to-learn card and board games on the second Tuesday of the month. You can also bring your own games if you prefer....  More
Jun
12
Thu, 3:00pm - 5:00pm In-Person
Glencarlyn Library
REGISTER

Ready, Set, Game! at Glencarlyn Library

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...  More
Jun
14
Sat, 2:00pm - 4:30pm In-Person
Aurora Hills Library, Eads Room

D&D One Shot Adventures at Aurora Hills

For Middle School Students Join us for a new Dungeons & Dragons adventure every month! New players and experienced players both welcome. Waitlist participants may come to be on standby and/or...  More
Jun
15
Sun, 1:00pm - 4:00pm In-Person
Central Library, Barbara M. Donnellan Auditorium
REGISTER

The YoYo Club

Throw your Sunday away at Central Library! Hang out with volunteers from the DMV Throwers every third Sunday. Learn new tricks; meet new people! Do you have an appreciation for yo-yos, kendama,...  More
Jun
16
Mon, 6:00pm - 8:00pm In-Person
Aurora Hills Library, Eads Room

Board Game Evening at Aurora Hills

Enjoy a variety of modern and strategy board games For adults 18+. We meet in person every third Monday of the month. Newcomers are always welcome! Learn new games; meet new people! Play various...  More
Jun
18
Wed, 6:00pm - 7:30pm In-Person
Central Library, The Shop

Shop Class: Introduction to 3D Modeling - Designer Toys

Learn about the designer toy movement and the difference between CAD and Organic 3D modeling. Participants will digitally sculpt a character's head using organic modeling before attaching it to the...  More
Jun
26
Thu, 4:30pm - 5:30pm In-Person
Courthouse Library, Birch Conference Room

Teen Hangout: Ready, Set, Game!

For grades 6-12 Calling All Gamers! Join us for an epic videogaming experience at the library. It’s the ultimate showdown where you can challenge your friends, discover new games, and showcase your s...  More
Jul
5
Sat, 2:00pm - 4:45pm In-Person
Aurora Hills Library, Eads Room

D&D Club at Aurora Hills

For Middle School Students Join us every month for Dungeons & Dragons for an ongoing campaign adventure! New players and experienced players both welcome. Waitlist participants may come to be on...  More