Christmas In Fairfax

Write a Letter to a Soldier!
2025-11-14 10:00 - 18:00, 2025-11-15 10:00 - 18:00, 2025-11-16 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.

Preschool Storytime
2025-11-14 10:30 - 11:00 | Reston Regional Library, 11925 Bowman Towne Dr,, Reston, 20190, United States
Enjoy books, songs, rhymes and movement activities while building language and lan.
Ages 3-5 with adult. Registration required.

My Gym Fitness Storytime
2025-11-14 10:30 - 11:45 | Oakton Library, 10304 Lynnhaven Pl,, Oakton, 22124, United States
Oakton Library is hosting a fun 30-45 minute interactive caregiver and me classes for our library families.
Join us each month at 10:30 for singing, dancing, gymnastics and lots of fun!
Ages 3-5 with caregiver.
Limited to 20 seats. Get tickets at the information desk on the day of the program, 30 minutes before the program.

Bingocize®
2025-11-14 14:00 - 15:00 | George Mason Regional Library, 7001 Little River Turnpike, Annandale, VA, 22003, 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, 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 to December 11. It is provided through ElderLink with a certified facilitator. Older Adults.
Register https://tinyurl.com/Bingocize123

Homeschool Science for Kids - Paper Circuits
2025-11-14 14:30 - 15:30 | City of Fairfax Regional Library, 10360 North Street, Fairfax, VA, United States
An introduction to the world of electronics with “paper circuits.” Paper circuits are made with just a few simple items – a battery, some copper tape, and tiny lights.
Supplies will be provided.
Ages 6-12.
REGISTRATION
Registration is required. Please register each child of the appropriate age (6-12 years).

CRAFTERNOON!
2025-11-14 15:30 - 17:30 | Reston Regional Library, 11925 Bowman Towne Dr,, Reston, 20190, United States
Come to our freestyle crafting session!
We provide many different arts and craft supplies, from knitting to bracelet making, artist’s colored pencils for adult coloring, watercolor brush pens, glitter, ribbons, glue galore, and much, much more!
Let your creativity go wild with our amazing variety of free crafting supplies.
You can choose a new crafting project, or you can bring a craft from home. This is a two-hour long session.
Teens and Adults.

Overstock Book Sale
2025-11-15, 2025-11-16, 2025-11-17 | 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
2025-11-15, 2025-11-16, 2025-11-17 | 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
2025-11-15, 2025-11-16, 2025-11-17 | 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
2025-11-15, 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!
2025-11-15, 2025-11-16 | 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
2025-11-15, 2025-11-16 | 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

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,

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.
