A few other holidays, too!
Have fun making simple gifts suitable to give to family and friends. Just in time for this season of giving and receiving! Ages 5-11. Registration Pre-registration is required to attend this […]
Come celebrate the end of National Novel Writing Month with us - whether or not you made the 50k word goal! Meet and network with your fellow writers and discuss next steps for revision.
Join us to create magic on canvas using Alcohol and Permanent Markers to make a “Cool Swirl Art”. Grades 3-6. Registration required.
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 […]
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 […]
Calling All Young Readers (Grades K - 3) Join the Book Squad! Does your child love books, snacks and fun activities? Then they'll love the Book Squad! What to Expect: […]
Can't make it to the DMV? DMV is coming to you! The Virginia DMV will have a station in our Conference Room by appointment or walk-in, from 10:00am-3:30pm (closed 12:30-1:30 for […]
Get ready for a whirlwind of fun and creativity with STORYTIME, where contemporary art comes alive through enchanting stories and lively movement for ages 3 and up! Every week is […]
Bingo + Gentle Exercises = BINGOCIZE®: Bingocize® is an evidence-based program that combines the game of bingo with fall prevention exercises (seated or standing) and fall prevention information. Participants play bingo, win prizes, and meet new people while learning about techniques to reduce falls and increase activity. This program meets Wednesdays and Fridays from October 2 […]
Discover a supportive space for new beginnings! Join us every Wednesday at 6:00 PM, starting January 3rd, in the serene ambiance of Pender UMC's Library. At 5:00 PM there will […]
In this free planetarium show, join Big Bird and Elmo as they explore the night sky with Hu Hu Zhu, a Muppet from "Zhima Jie," the Chinese co-production of Sesame Street. […]
Come to our library and make a tower out of spaghetti and marshmallows! All supplies will be provided.
What is an orange pomander? I'm glad you asked! Pomanders are simply oranges pierced by cloves. As the orange dries, it make a lovely fragrance. Orange pomanders make beautiful gifts, […]
Toys and play space for children. Tea, coffee, and conversation for adults. For ages 5 & under with adult. --- Tea generously provided by The Elden Street Tea Shop
Bingo + Gentle Exercises = BINGOCIZE®: Bingocize® is an evidence-based program that combines the game of bingo with fall prevention exercises (seated or standing) and fall prevention information. Participants play bingo, win prizes, and meet new people while learning about techniques to reduce falls and increase activity. This program meets Wednesdays and Fridays from October 2 […]
Join us in the POD to learn Amigurumi, the Japanese art of crocheting or knitting small stuffed toys. No experience needed. Ages 13 and up are welcome.
Fun Holiday Shopping Deck the halls during the holiday season with special gifts from the annual Holiday Gift and Craft Show at the Falls Church Community Center (223 Little Falls St.). Nearly 50 crafters and merchants show their wares selling unique handmade items, baked goods, and more during the first weekend in December. Raffles On […]
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall - we know you have holiday decorations stored in boxes and closets just waiting to be loved again! Come to our all-seasons holiday swap and trade (clean, good condition, functioning) decorations for something that fits your current decorating style! As a bonus, holiday cookies will be served! Adults.
Metropolitan School of the Arts brings to you the story of The Nutcracker. Enjoy a magical escape into the fairytale world of Ballet as you delight in meeting Clara, the captivating Sugar Plum Fairy and other characters from this well loved ballet. Enjoy this interactive tale using words, mime and ballet steps. Be introduced to Tchaikovsky’s […]
Celebrate the holidays by painting winter scenes! Hang out and paint a gift or make something wonderful for yourself. Ages 13-18. Registration encouraged, walk-ins welcome while supplies last.
Fun Holiday Shopping Deck the halls during the holiday season with special gifts from the annual Holiday Gift and Craft Show at the Falls Church Community Center (223 Little Falls St.). Nearly 50 crafters and merchants show their wares selling unique handmade items, baked goods, and more during the first weekend in December. Raffles On […]
Relax, unwind and find some inner peace with art! Connect with others, make new friends and have fun! Each month we will explore a different art medium or technique. All […]
Did you get all of your gift-making done in the last workshop? Or were you able to make it? If not, come to the Gift-Making - 2 Workshop! We'll make more […]
Living in the DC area we are lucky to have some of the finest musicians in the world in our DC military bands. The US Air Force Band has many […]
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 […]
Calling All Young Readers (Grades K - 3) Join the Book Squad! Does your child love books, snacks and fun activities? Then they'll love the Book Squad! What to Expect: […]
Do you love to draw or paint? Or looking to learn? Teacher, Paula Roman shares different drawing and painting projects for kids. Registration is required. Ages 6 - 12. *It is […]
Come and browse the Friends of Burke Centre Library Book Sale and take home some coloring sheets. Let yourself unwind, de-stress, and re-center while you color at home this December.
Hear beautiful music performed by Robinson Concert Orchestra, while relaxing by our flickering fireplace and savoring hot cocoa. All Ages
Get ready for a whirlwind of fun and creativity with STORYTIME, where contemporary art comes alive through enchanting stories and lively movement for ages 3 and up! Every week is […]
Bingo + Gentle Exercises = BINGOCIZE®: Bingocize® is an evidence-based program that combines the game of bingo with fall prevention exercises (seated or standing) and fall prevention information. Participants play bingo, win prizes, and meet new people while learning about techniques to reduce falls and increase activity. This program meets Wednesdays and Fridays from October 2 […]
Discover a supportive space for new beginnings! Join us every Wednesday at 6:00 PM, starting January 3rd, in the serene ambiance of Pender UMC's Library. At 5:00 PM there will be a time of casual chat, known as the "meeting before the meeting". Engage in meaningful conversations and find camaraderie at our AA meetings, guided […]
In this free planetarium show, join Big Bird and Elmo as they explore the night sky with Hu Hu Zhu, a Muppet from "Zhima Jie," the Chinese co-production of Sesame Street. Together they take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, where they discover how different it is from Earth. They also journey to […]
Join us for a special holiday performance by The Mount Vernon Varsity Singers! Concert will include full choir pieces, as well as solos and small ensemble pieces. All ages. No registration.
Make a miniature hat out of yarn that you can hang on a tree, use as a winter decoration, or even put on a stuffed animal. Make yourself a delicious cup of hot cocoa from a hot cocoa bar with various toppings and sip as you work. All materials provided. Ages 12-18. Register.
Toys and play space for children. Tea, coffee, and conversation for adults. For ages 5 & under with adult. --- Tea generously provided by The Elden Street Tea Shop
Bingo + Gentle Exercises = BINGOCIZE®: Bingocize® is an evidence-based program that combines the game of bingo with fall prevention exercises (seated or standing) and fall prevention information. Participants play bingo, win prizes, and meet new people while learning about techniques to reduce falls and increase activity. This program meets Wednesdays and Fridays from October 2 […]
Join us in the POD to learn Amigurumi, the Japanese art of crocheting or knitting small stuffed toys. No experience needed. Ages 13 and up are welcome.
Join Us for a Magical Family Christmas Breakfast! It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and we’ve got a festive event the whole family will love! Start your day […]
Join the Tysons-Pimmit staff as we celebrate the holidays! Hear music from the Marshall HS choir, make simple children's crafts (while supplies last), and enjoy treats from the Tysons-Pimmit Friends. […]
Join us at Burke Centre as we celebrate the holidays! We'll have crafts and activities for all ages. 11am-12pm Rufus the Red Nosed Raindog Puppet Show 1pm-3pm Bingo 2-3 Face painting […]
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 […]
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.
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.
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 […]
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 […]
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.
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!
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 […]
Get ready for a whirlwind of fun and creativity with STORYTIME, where contemporary art comes alive through enchanting stories and lively movement for ages 3 and up! Every week is a new adventure, packed with a dazzling array of themes that are sure to spark the imaginations of young artists and their grown-ups. Dive into […]
Join us for Early Literacy story time with stories, songs, and finger plays. Read by a police officer from the Fairfax County Police Department! Ages 18 months - 2 years with […]
Bingo + Gentle Exercises = BINGOCIZE®: Bingocize® is an evidence-based program that combines the game of bingo with fall prevention exercises (seated or standing) and fall prevention information. Participants play bingo, win prizes, and meet new people while learning about techniques to reduce falls and increase activity. This program meets Wednesdays and Fridays from October 2 […]
In this free planetarium show, join Big Bird and Elmo as they explore the night sky with Hu Hu Zhu, a Muppet from "Zhima Jie," the Chinese co-production of Sesame Street. […]
Santa Claus will once again be making his way through Greenbriar atop a fire truck for the 2024 holiday season. Keep your eyes and ears ready. Listen for his arrival after dark, about 6 pm
Bella Ballerina is where dancing through storybooks come to life! Perfect introduction to explore dance in a fun and imaginative way! This program is for girls and boys between the age […]
Toys and play space for children. Tea, coffee, and conversation for adults. For ages 5 & under with adult. --- Tea generously provided by The Elden Street Tea Shop
Bingo + Gentle Exercises = BINGOCIZE®: Bingocize® is an evidence-based program that combines the game of bingo with fall prevention exercises (seated or standing) and fall prevention information. Participants play bingo, win prizes, and meet new people while learning about techniques to reduce falls and increase activity. This program meets Wednesdays and Fridays from October 2 […]
Join the Centreville staff as we celebrate the holidays! 11:00am - 11:45am: Blue Sky Puppet Theater Presents: Pigs at the Pole For families. Space in our meeting room is limited. Please arrive early to receive a ticket. Tickets will be handed out at 10:30am. 1:00pm - 3:00pm: Digital Drawing with DigiKidz Designed for ages […]
Let's get our creative juices flowing and make whimsical holiday crafts for our family and friends. All supplies will be provided by the library and you will take the finished product home. Registration suggested, but walk ins are welcome. Ages 5 and up.
A Holiday Extravaganza! Books come to life and kids start to dance when Miss Emily sings some of your favorite books. Christmas, Hanukkah, Winter Solstice and more will be celebrated […]
For next level quilting. This class is for confident and independent quilters. Learn more advanced techniques. No registration necessary but space is limited. Ages 13 and up.
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 […]
The best way to spread holiday cheer is by singing loud for all to hear! Celebrate the holiday season at our Holiday Sing-Along! For all ages with an adult.
Watch the 1966 movie "How The Grinch Stole Christmas" and make a Seuss-inspired toy! All ages welcome. No registration required. Movie run time: 26 minutes.
Join us for a one-on-one session on getting started with Cricut! This DIY tool lets you create beautiful precision-cut designs using vinyl, cardstock, leather and more. Basic supplies and vinyl provided. Bring your own laptop or use one of ours, and bring a personal item you would like to decorate. Registration required. Adults and Teens.
Bingo + Gentle Exercises = BINGOCIZE®: Bingocize® is an evidence-based program that combines the game of bingo with fall prevention exercises (seated or standing) and fall prevention information. Participants play bingo, win prizes, and meet new people while learning about techniques to reduce falls and increase activity. This program meets Wednesdays and Fridays from October 2 […]
Discover a supportive space for new beginnings! Join us every Wednesday at 6:00 PM, starting January 3rd, in the serene ambiance of Pender UMC's Library. At 5:00 PM there will be a time of casual chat, known as the "meeting before the meeting". Engage in meaningful conversations and find camaraderie at our AA meetings, guided […]
In this free planetarium show, join Big Bird and Elmo as they explore the night sky with Hu Hu Zhu, a Muppet from "Zhima Jie," the Chinese co-production of Sesame Street. Together they take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, where they discover how different it is from Earth. They also journey to […]
Come to Oakton library and enjoy your favorite LEGO movie while doing LEGO Challenges. Light refreshments will be provided.
Learn about musical instruments in a fun engaging experience that combines the joy of reading with the excitement of music-making. Children will be invited to an instrument petting zoo, where they can see, touch, and try various musical instruments (e.g., violins, violas, cellos and basses). Through storytelling, hands-on musical experiences, and educational presentations we will […]
Enjoy a never-ending stream of bubbles while dancing to kid-friendly music! For ages 2 and up, with an accompanying adult. No registration.
Student presenters from Technology Youth Empowerment will lead a class introducing circuits. This class is designed for kids ages 9-12 years old. Attendees will use potatoes to light an LED clock (or […]
Transform a pine cone into an adorable Snowy Owl. For ages 6 - 12. Registration recommended.
It's craft time! We've got the beads and supplies, you bring a friend and a plan to make fun kandi bracelets to keep and trade. Ages 12-17. Registration Pre-registration is […]
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 […]
Your latest Potions exam was atrocious! Can you save your grade and yourself from Snape’s wrath? Can you solve Snape’s riddles in time to get the spell to escape his […]
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 […]
Bingo + Gentle Exercises = BINGOCIZE®: Bingocize® is an evidence-based program that combines the game of bingo with fall prevention exercises (seated or standing) and fall prevention information. Participants play bingo, […]
Discover a supportive space for new beginnings! Join us every Wednesday at 6:00 PM, starting January 3rd, in the serene ambiance of Pender UMC's Library. At 5:00 PM there will […]
Join us to have fun together with stories, songs, fingerplays, lap bounces, books and social time for children from birth to 20 months! Register here
In this free planetarium show, join Big Bird and Elmo as they explore the night sky with Hu Hu Zhu, a Muppet from "Zhima Jie," the Chinese co-production of Sesame Street. Together they take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, where they discover how different it is from Earth. They also journey to […]
Upcycle your 2024 calendar into artwork for the new year. Bring your outdated calendars to transform and swap! For ages 6 - 11. Registration required.
Bingo + Gentle Exercises = BINGOCIZE®: Bingocize® is an evidence-based program that combines the game of bingo with fall prevention exercises (seated or standing) and fall prevention information. Participants play bingo, […]
Join us in the POD to learn Amigurumi, the Japanese art of crocheting or knitting small stuffed toys. No experience needed. Ages 13 and up are welcome.
Join us for a talk with scientist and author Dr. Howard Jeffrey Bender as he gives a light description of String Theory, including applications in biology, astronomy, and physics. We'll […]