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Apr
12
Sat, 10:00am - 5:00pm In-Person
Courthouse Library, Children's Area

Crafty Kids Take and Make at Courthouse

Take a Craft to Make at Home! Our Take and Make bags contain supplies, materials and instructions to complete a craft. Good for Pre-school, Elementary, and Middle school students. Where to pick up a...  More
Apr
12
Sat, 3:00pm - 3:45pm In-Person
Central Library, Quincy Room

CANCELED - Math Pals

For grades 2-5 Need extra math practice? Want to play exciting math games? Join local high schoolers as they encourage kids to see that math = fun! Series dates: April 12 May 10 Registration...  More
Apr
13
Sun, 12:00pm - 4:00pm In-Person
*Off-Site, Netherlands Carillon: 327 Marshall Dr, Arlington, VA 22209

Earth Month Celebration at the Netherlands Carillon

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
Apr
14
Mon, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Glencarlyn Library

Spring Break: Lego and More at Glencarlyn

Good for K - 5 grades Create a variety of things using the building materials at the library. In a two hour period of time use Legos, wooden blocks, and straws and connectors. Challenge your friends...  More
Apr
15
Tue, 11:00am - 11:45am In-Person
Central Library, The Shop
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Introduction to Scratch for Kids

For ages 9-11 Learn the basics of coding though Scratch! In this program, children will be taught the basics of the computer program Scratch by students from Washington-Liberty High School. This...  More
Apr
15
Tue, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Glencarlyn Library

Paper Crafts at Glencarlyn

Good for ages 6 - 11 Children can make a different craft out of paper and other materials provided by the library. Examples include: Origami, bookmarks, seasonal creations, 3D creations, cards, and...  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
17
Thu, 4:30pm - 5:15pm In-Person
Aurora Hills Library, Eads Room

CANCELLED - Kids Club at Aurora Hills

Cancelled for Spring Break Week For kids in Kindergarten - Grade 5 At each club meeting we explore arts, books, crafts, and build through a different fun activity. NO REGISTRATION.​ First-come,...  More
Apr
18
Fri, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Glencarlyn Library

Spring Break Make and Take: Stress Balls

Good for Middle Schoolers Using balloons, flour, rice, and decorative markers try your hand at making your own stress ball. Keep it for yourself or give it as a gift. NO REGISTRATION For more...  More
Apr
19
Sat, 10:00am - 3:00pm In-Person
Glencarlyn Library, Outside

Community Garden Spring Celebration and Plant Sale

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
Apr
19
Sat, 10:00am - 5:00pm In-Person
Columbia Pike Library, Children's Area

Take and Make Crafts at Columbia Pike Library

Take a Craft to Make at Home! Our Take and Make bags contain supplies, materials and instructions to complete a craft. (Some crafts may require scissors or glue.) Where to pick up a Take and Make...  More
Apr
19
Sat, 3:00pm - 4:00pm In-Person
Central Library, Quincy Room
REGISTER

ReMark Bookmark Making

For grades 3-5 Join local high school students to make bookmarks out of recycled paper while learning about the environment. REGISTRATION RECOMMENDED: First-come, first-served seating. By...  More
Apr
22
Tue, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Glencarlyn Library

Paper Crafts at Glencarlyn

Good for ages 6 - 11 Children can make a different craft out of paper and other materials provided by the library. Examples include: Origami, bookmarks, seasonal creations, 3D creations, cards, and...  More
Apr
22
Tue, 4:00pm - 4:45pm In-Person
Shirlington Library, Campbell Room

Kids Club: Building Fun at Shirlington

For kids in Kindergarten - Grade 5 Join us for an afternoon of building fun with LEGOs, KEVA planks, Crystal Climbers, and other materials! NO REGISTRATION. First-come, first-served seating.​ For m...  More
Apr
23
Wed, 4:15pm - 5:00pm In-Person
Central Library, Quincy Room

Kids Club at Central: Explore Optical Illusions

For kids in Kindergarten - Grade 5 At each club meeting we explore arts, books, crafts, and building through a different fun activity. NO REGISTRATION. First-come, first-served seating. Call...  More
Apr
24
Thu, 4:30pm - 5:15pm In-Person
Aurora Hills Library, Eads Room

Kids Club at Aurora Hills

For kids in Kindergarten - Grade 5 At each club meeting we explore arts, books, crafts, and build through a different fun activity. NO REGISTRATION.​ First-come, first-served seating. For more...  More
Apr
24
Thu, 5:30pm - 7:30pm In-Person
Shirlington Library, Campbell Room
REGISTER

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
26
Sat, 3:00pm - 4:00pm In-Person
Central Library, Bluemont Room
REGISTER

SEEK - Science and Engineering Engagement for Kids

For grades 3-5 Join local teens as they lead hands-on STEM activities that are engaging and address modern developments- putting a focus on how they can impact STEM fields. Series dates: April...  More
Apr
29
Tue, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Glencarlyn Library

Paper Crafts at Glencarlyn

Good for ages 6 - 11 Children can make a different craft out of paper and other materials provided by the library. Examples include: Origami, bookmarks, seasonal creations, 3D creations, cards, and...  More
Apr
29
Tue, 4:00pm - 4:45pm In-Person
Shirlington Library, Campbell Room

Kids Club: Building Fun at Shirlington

For kids in Kindergarten - Grade 5 Join us for an afternoon of building fun with LEGOs, KEVA planks, Crystal Climbers, and other materials! NO REGISTRATION. First-come, first-served seating.​ For m...  More
Apr
30
Wed, 4:15pm - 5:00pm In-Person
Central Library, Quincy Room

Kids Club at Central

For kids in Kindergarten - Grade 5 At each club meeting we explore arts, books, crafts, and building through a different fun activity. NO REGISTRATION. First-come, first-served seating. Call...  More
May
1
Thu, 4:00pm - 4:30pm In-Person
Westover Library, Longfellow Room

Share The Love of Drawing!

For Grades 3 - 5 Hey Kids! Do you want to impress your friends when you return to school this fall? Great!! Then join us this summer at the Westover Library, as we learn to draw cartoons, do magic...  More
May
1
Thu, 4:30pm - 5:30pm In-Person
Courthouse Library, Azalea Conference Room

Kids Club at Courthouse

For kids in Kindergarten - Grade 5 At each club meeting we explore arts, books, crafts, and build through a different fun activity. NO REGISTRATION. First-come, first-served seating.​ For more...  More
May
3
Sat, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Glencarlyn Library

I Love ASL: Glencarlyn

Good for children in elementary and middle school. In honor of National Hearing Month, come and learn some American Sign Language. This basics class introduces you to the ABCs, basic signs and...  More
May
6
Tue, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Glencarlyn Library

Paper Crafts at Glencarlyn

Good for ages 6 - 11 Children can make a different craft out of paper and other materials provided by the library. Examples include: Origami, bookmarks, seasonal creations, 3D creations, cards, and...  More
May
6
Tue, 4:00pm - 4:45pm In-Person
Shirlington Library, Campbell Room

Kids Club at Shirlington

For kids in Kindergarten - Grade 5 Join us for an afternoon of building fun with LEGOs, KEVA planks, Crystal Climbers, and other materials! NO REGISTRATION. First-come, first-served seating.​ For m...  More
May
6
Tue, 5:00pm - 6:00pm In-Person
Cherrydale Library, Loft
REGISTER

The Book Crushers Club: Shepherdess Warriors

It's Book Crushin' Time!! Are you a 3rd, 4th or 5th grader? If so, then join forces to discuss how we CRUSHED the graphic novel... New members are always welcome. Registration is required. Space is...  More
May
7
Wed, 4:15pm - 5:00pm In-Person
Central Library, Quincy Room

Kids Club at Central: Free Build with LEGOs

For kids in Kindergarten - Grade 5 At each club meeting we explore arts, books, crafts, and building through a different fun activity. NO REGISTRATION. First-come, first-served seating. Call (703)...  More
May
7
Wed, 4:30pm - 5:30pm In-Person
Shirlington Library, Campbell Room

Exploring Indonesia through Story and Craft

For kids in Kindergarten - Grade 5 Come hear a story about Indonesian culture, learn about the Indonesian art of Batik and create your own glue-batik art to take home! NO REGISTRATION. First-come,...  More
May
10
Sat, All Day Event
Courthouse Library

Crafty Kids: Take and Make at Courthouse

Take a Craft to Make at Home! Our Take and Make bags contain supplies, materials and instructions to complete a craft. (Some crafts may require scissors, coloring utensils, or glue) Where to pick up...  More
May
10
Sat, 3:00pm - 3:45pm In-Person
Central Library, Quincy Room

Math Pals

For grades 2-5 Have questions about your math homework? Need extra math practice? Join local high schoolers as they encourage kids to see that math = fun! Series dates: April 12 May...  More
May
12
Mon, 6:30pm - 7:30pm In-Person
Central Library, Quincy Room

Family Art Night

For families with children of all ages Children of all ages and their adults are invited to join us to experiment, problem-solve, and use their creativity by making a work of process-oriented...  More
May
13
Tue, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Glencarlyn Library

Paper Crafts at Glencarlyn

Good for ages 6 - 11 Children can make a different craft out of paper and other materials provided by the library. Examples include: Origami, bookmarks, seasonal creations, 3D creations, cards, and...  More
May
13
Tue, 4:00pm - 4:45pm In-Person
Shirlington Library, Campbell Room

Kids Club at Shirlington

For kids in Kindergarten - Grade 5 Join us for an afternoon of building fun with LEGOs, KEVA planks, Crystal Climbers, and other materials! NO REGISTRATION. First-come, first-served seating.​ For m...  More
May
13
Tue, 6:00pm - 7:00pm In-Person
Columbia Pike Library, Drew Room

Crafty Kids at Columbia Pike

For kids in Kindergarten - Grade 5 At Crafty Kids, children can make a different craft out of materials provided by the library. Series schedule: May 13 - Learn about a traditional Pacific...  More
May
14
Wed, 4:15pm - 5:00pm In-Person
Central Library, Quincy Room

Kids Club at Central: Celebrating AAPI Heritage Month

For kids in Kindergarten - Grade 5 At each club meeting we explore arts, books, crafts, and building through a different fun activity. NO REGISTRATION. First-come, first-served seating. Call (703)...  More
May
20
Tue, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Glencarlyn Library

Paper Crafts at Glencarlyn

Good for ages 6 - 11 Children can make a different craft out of paper and other materials provided by the library. Examples include: Origami, bookmarks, seasonal creations, 3D creations, cards, and...  More
May
20
Tue, 4:00pm - 4:45pm In-Person
Shirlington Library, Campbell Room

Kids Club at Shirlington

For kids in Kindergarten - Grade 5 Join us for an afternoon of building fun with LEGOs, KEVA planks, Crystal Climbers, and other materials! NO REGISTRATION. First-come, first-served seating.​ For m...  More
May
21
Wed, 4:15pm - 5:00pm In-Person
Central Library, Quincy Room

Kids Club at Central

For kids in Kindergarten - Grade 5 At each club meeting we explore arts, books, crafts, and building through a different fun activity. NO REGISTRATION. First-come, first-served seating. Call (703)...  More
May
24
Sat, 3:00pm - 4:00pm In-Person
Central Library, Quincy Room

SEEK - Science and Engineering Engagement for Kids

For grades 3-5 Join local teens as they lead hands-on STEM activities that are engaging and address modern developments- putting a focus on how they can impact STEM fields. Series dates: April...  More
May
27
Tue, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Glencarlyn Library

CANCELED: Paper Crafts at Glencarlyn

Good for ages 6 - 11 Children can make a different craft out of paper and other materials provided by the library. Examples include: Origami, bookmarks, seasonal creations, 3D creations, cards, and...  More
May
27
Tue, 4:00pm - 4:45pm In-Person
Shirlington Library, Campbell Room

Kids Club at Shirlington

For kids in Kindergarten - Grade 5 Join us for an afternoon of building fun with LEGOs, KEVA planks, Crystal Climbers, and other materials! NO REGISTRATION. First-come, first-served seating.​ For m...  More
May
28
Wed, 4:15pm - 5:00pm In-Person
Central Library, Quincy Room

Kids Club at Central: End of Year Party

For kids in Kindergarten - Grade 5 At each club meeting we explore arts, books, crafts, and building through a different fun activity. NO REGISTRATION. First-come, first-served seating. Call (703)...  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 - 12:30pm In-Person
Aurora Hills Library, Eads Room

Share the Love of Summer Reading Kickoff at Aurora Hills

Good for All Ages It's Summer Reading time! You'll love signing up for the Summer Reading Program. Join us for coloring pages and free play with toys to escape the heat and love your library! No...  More
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, 12:30pm - 2:30pm In-Person
Cherrydale Library, Loft

Summer Reading Kickoff at Cherrydale

For All Ages Come and celebrate the kick off of our Summer Reading Program 2025! We will have a coloring activity for the children, popsicles and prizes. You'll learn all about what's in store this...  More