Playdate Cafe at Herndon Library

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

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

Bingocize®

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

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, […]

Paper Quilling: Snowflake Ornament

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

Discover the basic quilling techniques to create intricate and delicate snowflakes. You will craft a quilled snowflake ornament, perfect for holiday decorations or as a gift. All materials provided. This program is appropriate for ages 18 and above. Register 

Event Series Amigurumi for Beginners

Amigurumi for Beginners

Pohick Regional Library 6450 Sydenstricker Rd., Burke, VA, United States

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.

Breakfast with Santa

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

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 with a delicious breakfast prepared by our talented Executive Chef and her team—yum! Once you’ve enjoyed your meal, the Christmas fun really begins: Meet Santa Claus! The […]

Holiday Open House

Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library 7584 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church, United States

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. All ages. No registration necessary.

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. […]

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.