Holiday Open House

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

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 Crafts and light refreshments provided on a first come first servce basis

The Sugar Plum Bakers: A Tale of 12 Holiday Treats

Thomas Jefferson Library 7415 Arlington Blvd, Falls Church, VA, United States

What’s a holiday without holiday treats? Author Patricia Tanumihardja shares her magical picture book, The Sugar Plum Bakers : A  Tale of 12 Holiday Treats. Follow the Sugar Plum Fairy, the Gingerbread Man, and their team of bakerinas as they prepare twelve delicious holiday treats from countries around the world—and discover that the real magic is […]

DIY Snowman Ornaments

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

Looking for something festive to put up on your Christmas tree? Join us for a fun afternoon in making your very own snowman ornament! All materials and supplies will be provided. Registration is required. This program is for adults.

Winter Music with the NOVA Mountain Dulcimers

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

Welcome the holidays with a musical performance by the NOVA Mountain Dulcimers! Learn a bit about the history of this unique instrument. The music will be a combination of old time Appalachian songs, winter holiday music and selections by early American songwriter Stephen Foster. No registration required. All ages welcome!

Crafternoon: Painted Brick Books

Kingstowne Library 6500 Landsdowne Centre Dr,, Alexandria, VA, United States

Enjoy a creative afternoon learning art techniques. This month will focus on painting bricks to look like your favorite books. Create your own inspired masterpiece with local artist Sohee. All materials will be provided. Adults. Register.

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 […]

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.