W&OD – Northern Virginia’s Railroad

City of Fairfax Regional Library 10360 North Street, Fairfax, VA, United States

Paul McCray, NOVA Parks historian, tells the history of the Washington & Old Dominion Railroad which had a major effect on how Northern Virginia developed. Some of the 2,000 photos of the railroad he collected will help illustrate the rich history of the W&OD.

World Children’s Choir Broadcast

YouTube

The Washington Balalaika Ssociety is honored to have been chosen to participate in this free online concert in honor of the UNICEF Day for Change! If you miss the online event, you can watch the concert anytime afterwards: https://www.youtube.com/live/s4c-7Rc_8Qk?si=LPtJktQFtrjKbtlr Enjoy, with our best wishes for a happy and healthy holiday season! Heart Songs & Love […]

DIY Snow Globes

George Mason Regional Library 7001 Little River Turnpike, Annandale, VA, United States

No snow outside? Make your own winter cheer with this easy snow globe craft. Snow globes will be made with fake miniature trees, ribbon, glitter and upcycled glass jars. Supplies provided. Adults. Register.

Home for the Holidays Concert

Johnson Middle School 3803 Jermantown Rd, Fairfax, VA, United States

The Main Street Community Band presents a jolly mix of seasonal and holiday favorites for the entire family. Tickets for this concert are free, but seats fill up fast. Be sure to reserve your seat early!

Fun with Music

Pender UMC 12401 Alder Woods Drive, Fairfax, VA, United States

Step into a world of giggles and song with “Fun “with Music at Pender! This is not just any music class – it's a journey through sound and imagination designed especially for preschoolers and their favorite grown-ups. Since 2013, Jim and Roberta Pont have been creating a space where tiny toes tap, and little voices […]

Wee Got the Beat at Herndon Library

Herndon Fortnightly Library 768 Center St,, Herndon, United States

Enjoy music, rhymes and movement with music therapist Beth Barbaro. Designed for children with sensory needs, but appropriate for all. Ages 6 months to 5 years with adult. Co-sponsored by the Friends of the Reston Library. Registration required. Please register each person who will attend (both children and adults). Late arrivals are not guaranteed admission.

Teen Crafting: Sharpie Mugs

Richard Byrd Library 7250 Commerce St, Springfield, VA, United States

Decorate a mug or tile with Sharpie pens to keep or gift. Activity is followed by Teen Advisory Board meeting. Ages 12-17.

Craft Club – Snowflake Painted Rocks

Burke Centre Library 5935 Freds Oak Rd,, Burke, VA, United States

Join other adults and create a different art or craft project each month. December's craft will be rock painting with a snowflake theme. Register here.

Kid’s Night with Balloon Art

Chick-fil-A | Fair Lakes 4516 Fair Knoll Drive, Fairfax, United States

Get ready for a blast of fun every 3rd Tuesday of the month from 4-6pm! We're throwing a balloon bonanza with free, whimsical balloon creations for everyone. Come join the party and watch balloons transform into magical shapes and colorful wonders!

Memory Bingo: Holiday Edition

Burke Centre Library 5935 Freds Oak Rd,, Burke, VA, United States

Listen to holiday songs from around the world and see if you can guess and recognize your way to BINGO! Work together as a group or see if you can win solo. Prizes will be given for first and second place. Register here

Kids Crafternoon

Centreville Regional Library 14200 St. Germain Dr, Centreville, United States

Stop in and get creative with some fun Fall crafts! For ages 3-12.

DIY Pinecone Christmas Tree

John Marshall Library 6209 Rose Hill Dr, Alexandria, VA, United States

Join us for a fun time in decorating your very own mini sized Christmas tree! You'll have the chance to paint, decorate, and accessorize pinecones. Keep it simple or make them shiny! All materials and supplies will be provided. This program is for adults. Register here