Write a Letter to a Soldier!
2025-11-15 10:00 - 18:00, 2025-11-16 10:00 - 18:00, 2025-11-17 10:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Herndon Fortnightly Library, 768 Center St,, Herndon, 20170, United States
Stop into the library and write an encouraging letter or draw a picture for a soldier.
Letters will be sent to the Support Our Troops organization at the end of the month.

STEAM Team
2025-11-15 10:30 - 11:30 | Burke Centre Library, 5935 Freds Oak Rd,, Burke, VA, United States
Drop in and have fun with fish!
We will read the book, “Don’t Trust Fish,” by Neil Sharpson.
Then we will do some cool science experiments with water and paper fish.
Finally, we will make some paper fish crafts.
Age 6-14 years.

Book Festival Featuring Local Authors
2025-11-15 11:00 - 13:00 | City of Fairfax Regional Library, 10360 North Street, Fairfax, VA, United States
Come and be a part of a wonderful celebration showcasing local talent!
Prepare for a day brimming with stories, creativity, and community at the library.

Connect with local authors and delve into discussions about their works.
Browse a variety of their books available for purchase.
Delight in family-friendly activities, including balloon twisting and face painting.

Don’t forget to stop by the library table for a chance to win one of two $50 Visa gift cards!
Cosponsored by the Fairfax Library Foundation.
No Registration required.
Click here to learn more about our participating authors.

Handbell Concert
2025-11-15 14:30 - 15:30 | Grace UMC, 9750 Wellington Road, Manassas, 20110, United States
Pender’s Carillon and Joy Ringers, directed by Brian Stevenson, are headed to a local Handbell Festival on November 14–15, joining ten handbell choirs for an unforgettable musical experience led by renowned composer and conductor Jason Krug.
Come hear the magic live at the free final concert on Saturday, November 15 at 2:30 PM.
Bring a friend and enjoy an afternoon of breathtaking music and joyful community—it’s going to be a spectacular sound you won’t want to miss!
Let’s fill the audience with Pender People and cheer on our amazing ringers!

Recycled Book Pumpkins
2025-11-15 16:00 - 17:30 | Dolley Madison Library, 1244 Oak Ridge Ave, McLean, 22101, United States
Spend the afternoon making decorative Thanksgiving pumpkins out of old books.
All supplies provided including the books!
For Adults and Teens.
Register here,

Overstock Book Sale
2025-11-16, 2025-11-17, 2025-11-18 | Kings Park Library, 9000 Burke Lake Rd, Burke, 22015, United States
Stop by Kings Park Library during open hours September 2 through September 13 for a special sale of overstocked books by popular authors provided by the Friends of Kings Park Library.
Wide range of titles is available. Stock will be replenished; so, come more than once. All proceeds from this sale will directly benefit the Kings Park Library.
Please note: All FCPL Libraries will be closed on September 12 for Staff Development Day.

Autumn Scavenger Hunt
2025-11-16, 2025-11-17, 2025-11-18 | City of Fairfax Regional Library, 10360 North Street, Fairfax, VA, United States
Pictures of leaves and nuts and even a squirrel are scattered among the children’s books. This scavenger hunt at the City of Fairfax branch is fun for all ages and runs from October 1 to November 30.
Pick up your checklist at the Information Desk. Return the completed list and win a small prize.
All ages.

Brain Power
2025-11-16, 2025-11-17, 2025-11-18 | Reston Regional Library, 11925 Bowman Towne Dr,, Reston, 20190, United States
Enhance your mental fitness with “Train Your Brain” activities! Sudoku, crosswords, Color Me Happy, and word searches.
Each activity is aimed at stimulating cognitive function and supporting memory improvement.
These activities are located at the information desk.
This is a whole month passive program open to all adults.

Optical Oddities Scavenger Hunt
2025-11-16, 2025-11-17 | Reston Regional Library, 11925 Bowman Towne Dr,, Reston, 20190, United States
Peculiar illusions are placed around the Children’s Section for all of November!
Locate 10 images for a prize! Ages 0-13, with an adult.

Dinosaur Scavenger Hunt!
2025-11-16, 2025-11-17 | Kings Park Library, 9000 Burke Lake Rd, Burke, 22015, United States
Walk through the children’s area during November and locate 12 dinosaurs!
Come to the Info Desk when done and collect a prize!

Moccasin Scavenger Hunt: A Celebration of Native American Heritage Month
2025-11-16, 2025-11-17 | Herndon Fortnightly Library, 768 Center St,, Herndon, 20170, United States
Celebrate and learn about the diversity of Indigenous tribes in North America through our Moccasin Scavenger Hunt!
Visit the information desk for more information including a small prize

Quilting 102!
2025-11-16 12:00 - 15:00 | Pohick Regional Library, 6450 Sydenstricker Rd., Burke, VA, 22015, United States
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.

Pokémon Card Trade
2025-11-16 14:00 - 15:00 | Reston Regional Library, 11925 Bowman Towne Dr,, Reston, 20190, United States
Bring your Pokémon cards to meet, compete, and trade with other collectors your age! Trivia, prizes, coloring, and more!
Ages 7-12.
PARENTS/GUARDIANS: Individual card trades will not be monitored. Please do not allow your child to bring cards that you are not comfortable with them trading. Thank you.

Fun with Music
2025-11-17 10:00 - 11:30 | Pender UMC, 12401 Alder Woods Drive, Fairfax, VA, 22033, 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 echo with joy, crafting a magical musical experience for children from birth to five years old.
Wave ‘hello’ and join us every Monday morning for a delightful 30-minute musical escapade! Our littlest musicians and their families come together at 10 AM to sing, dance, and make friends with tunes. We dive into a treasure trove of stuffed animals and toys, transforming the room into an enchanting stage for our budding performers. With every stuffed lion’s roar or elephant’s trumpet, your child’s imagination will soar!
After the musical fiesta, it’s time for a yummy snack, followed by playtime where kids can explore and make-believe. Meanwhile, moms, dads, grandparents, and caregivers can relish a homemade brunch prepared with love – a perfect chance to mingle and share stories.
Our box of wonders is always brimming with surprises! One day it’s a car zooming around, another day it’s a train chugging along. Flip it over and voilà, it’s a drum or even a rumbling thunder to match the beat of our songs. From ‘The Wheels on the Bus’ to sparkling new Bible-based rhymes, we have tunes that will make your little one’s heart dance with every beat!
Last week, our pint-sized percussionists marched on bubble wrap to the rhythm of a march, popping and hopping with glee. And guess what’s next? A tunnel adventure awaits their curious little eyes and eager hands!
So, if you’re a parent with a playful tot between zero to five, and Monday mornings are open, come and make a splash in our sea of melodies at ‘Melody Mornings’. It’s not just fun; it’s a musical hug for the heart and soul. Can’t wait to sing and swing into a new day of joy with you and your little one!
This class meets every Monday starting September 9 at 10 am except for school holidays.
Pender UMC is at 12401 Alder Woods Drive, Fairfax, VA, 22033.

Sensory Storytime
2025-11-17 10:30 - 11:30 | Oakton Library, 10304 Lynnhaven Pl,, Oakton, 22124, United States
Join us for stories, songs, and play!
Sensory Storytime is for all children and all abilities.
Ages 2-5 with caregiver. Limited to 15 seats.
Get tickets at the information desk on the day of the program, 30 minutes before the program.

Lego Building Challenges
2025-11-17 16:30 - 17:30 | Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library, 7584 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church, United States
Make new friends and Lego creations! Collaboration and friendly competition is encouraged! All Legos are provided and stay at the library.

This is for ages 6-12 years old with one parent.
Space is limited to 32 kids. Tickets will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis, starting 30 minutes before the program begins.
If you have questions about the appropriate age for a program or its content please call the branch at 703-790-8088 (option 4).

Beginner Spanish Chat
2025-11-17 16:30 - 17:30 | Martha Washington Library, 6614 Fort Hunt Rd, Alexandria, 22307-1799, United States
Looking to improve your Spanish speaking skills? Join our weekly Beginner Spanish group, where we review basic Spanish in beginner level conversation.
This program is for adults.

Writers of Chantilly
2025-11-17 18:00 - 21:00 | Chantilly Regional Library, 4000 Stringfellow Rd, Chantilly, VA, 20151, United States
A diverse group of published and aspiring writers, we transform our words and thoughts into creative stories that we share with each other for thoughtful discussion, positive direction and maximum impact.
New members are always welcomed.
Adults.

Maker Monday
2025-11-17 19:00 - 20:00 | Thomas Jefferson Library, 7415 Arlington Blvd, Falls Church, VA, 22042, United States
LEGOs, KEVA planks, arts & craft supplies, tech tools and more are also laid out to allow kids to express their creativity and building skills. Build to your heart’s content while you socialize with other STEAM enthusiasts.
Ages 6-12.
