5 Courthouse Library · 6.3 mi · Arlington
All ages Arts & crafts
Take a Craft to Make at Home! Our Take and Make bags contain supplies, materials and instructions to complete a craft.
6 White Oak Library · 17.8 mi · Silver Spring
Ages 11–12 Arts & crafts
Coloring is a healthy way to relieve stress. It calms the brain and helps your body relax.
7 Central Library · 6 mi · Arlington
Ages 0–5 Storytime Sign-up needed
For families with children 12-36 months Join us for a brief storytime in the Children's Area, followed by time to explore play stations in the Quincy Room.
8 Kingstowne Regional Library · 4.5 mi · Kingstowne
Ages 5–7 Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
Join us for a fun-filled Makerspace activity where science meets creativity! Explore the exciting world of chemistry through hands-on experiments, colorful reactions, and…
8 Kingstowne Regional Library · 4.5 mi · Kingstowne
Ages 5–12 Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
Join us for a fun- filled Makerspace activity featuring creativity, crafting and engineering!
9 Richard Byrd Library · 5.9 mi · Springfield
Ages 0–5 Storytime
Join us in the children's area for a storytime designed for families with children ages birth to five. No registration required.
10 Anacostia Neighborhood Library · 8.1 mi · Washington
Ages 0–5 Games & play
Meet other parents, learn about library programming, and leave with early literacy tips you can implement at home.
11 Kings Park Library · 9.2 mi · Burke
Ages 12–12 Games & play Sign-up needed
Ragnarok is coming! Odin has sent you and your crew to the mystical island of Cassius to plunder, pillage, and find worthy souls to join his army in the coming apocalypse!
12 Mt. Pleasant Neighborhood Library · 9.4 mi · Washington
Ages 5–12 Family fun
All students are matched with their own volunteer/mentor to provide academic and personal support.
13 Lorton Library · 9.6 mi · Lorton
Ages 5–12 Science & STEM Sign-up needed
Grades K-6 Develop skills of Force and Motion through building a plane. We provide the materials, and you make your very own plane to fly and take home.
14 Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library · 9.8 mi · Falls Church
Ages 0–5 Storytime
Experience the joy of playful learning. Children and their caregivers participate in music, movement and song in this program that highlights the natural rhythms in language.
15 Lamond-Riggs/Lillian J. Huff Neighborhood Library · 11.7 mi · Washington
All ages Games & play Sign-up needed
We will have a variety of toys and themed activities so kids can play and create while families socialize and learn about local resources.
16 City of Fairfax Regional Library · 12.3 mi · Fairfax
Ages 3–5 Storytime Sign-up needed
Guest performers - Tiny Dancers! Read, sing, learn, dance and have fun at the library with our friends at Tiny Dancers in Fairfax City studio.
17 Burke Centre Library · 12.6 mi · Burke
Ages 6–12 Science & STEM
Superheroes with the powers of measurement fight against uncertainty in a creative world built by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).
18 Kensington Park Library · 15.8 mi · Kensington
Ages 5–12 Storytime
Drop in and read to a certified therapy dog! Bring your own book or choose one from our collection. For elementary school age children. First come, first served basis.
19 Great Falls Library · 17.5 mi · Great Falls
Ages 8–12 Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
Are you an aspiring author? Learn how to get a creative writing project started in an encouraging environment. Ages 8 - 12 years old. Registration encouraged, not required.
20 Aspen Hill Library · 19.3 mi · Rockville
All ages Storytime
These 25-30-minute programs are designed to delight children of all ages and are filled with diverse stories and activities that promote and develop language skills and…
21 Francis A. Gregory Neighborhood Library · 8.3 mi · Washington
Ages 5–12 Family fun
Nzinga’s gentle guidance creates a welcoming space for all levels, blending physical alignment with spiritual awareness for holistic well-being.
22 Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library - Central Library · 7.6 mi · Washington
Ages 0–5 Storytime
These 25-30 minute story times are designed to be enjoyed by all ages. Promoting early literacy skills through books, songs, rhymes, and movement, Family Story Time is a great way…
23 Georgetown Neighborhood Library · 8 mi · Washington
Ages 3–5 Storytime
Share the fun of reading with your children ages 3-5 years! Children and their grownups will explore stories and activities to encourage children to develop a lifelong love of…
24 Northeast Neighborhood Library · 8.1 mi · Washington
Ages 0–5 Storytime
These 30-40 minute story times are designed to be enjoyed by all ages. Promoting early literacy skills through books, songs, rhymes, and movement, Family Story Time is a great way…
25 Pohick Regional Library · 9.9 mi · Burke
Ages 0–6 Storytime
Bienvenidos! Join us for storytime in both English and Spanish. We will read books, sing songs, and do activities to build your child's early literacy skills.
26 Petworth Neighborhood Library · 10.3 mi · Washington
Ages 0–2 Storytime Sign-up needed
Did you know that language and music skills develop in the same part of your child’s brain?
27 Capitol View Neighborhood Library · 10.4 mi · Washington
All ages Music & shows
We’ll dance, shake instruments, and sing along with friends. The whole family is encouraged to participate.
28 Reston Regional Library · 18.6 mi · Reston
All ages Storytime
Come enjoy a Saturday morning at the library! Join Reston Youth Services staff for stories and songs! All ages welcome; children must be accompanied by an adult.
20 Aspen Hill Library · 19.3 mi · Rockville
Ages 5–12 Storytime
School age children are welcome to practice reading to a therapy dog. This program is designed to promote reading and relieve anxiety children may have when learning to read.
29 Cleveland Park Neighborhood Library · 9.4 mi · Washington
All ages Arts & crafts
Come join us for a free Library Puzzle Swap! Bring your old puzzles and find a some new gems for the season! Puzzles for all ages welcome.
27 Capitol View Neighborhood Library · 10.4 mi · Washington
All ages Science & STEM
Explore your creativity! Build structures with LEGOs, magnetic tiles, blocks & more!
22 Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library - Central Library · 7.6 mi · Washington
Ages 5–12 Arts & crafts
When library books are missing pages or falling apart at the spine, they can no longer circulate. But that doesn't mean they are worthless!
22 Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library - Central Library · 7.6 mi · Washington
Ages 5–12 Family fun Sign-up needed
Come by this free and family-friendly event hosted by the Washington, D.C. chapter of the International Game Developers Association.
30 Thomas Jefferson Library · 8 mi · Falls Church
Ages 6–12 Science & STEM
Do you love LEGO? Use our huge selection of LEGO pieces to build to your heart's content!
31 Dolley Madison Library · 11.2 mi · McLean
Ages 5–12 Games & play Sign-up needed
Join us as we welcome Daisy and Raven, two very special therapy dogs, to Dolley Madison! Register to reserve a slot.
32 Shepherd Park (Juanita E. Thornton) Neighborhood Library · 12.9 mi · Washington
Ages 5–12 Science & STEM
Join us for LEGO Social where kids can use their creativity and their imagination to create LEGO masterpieces.
33 Oakton Library · 13.1 mi · Oakton
Ages 5–12 Music & shows Sign-up needed
Come to Oakton library and learn about the Indian heritage and culture by celebrating Diwali, the Festival of Lights!
31 Dolley Madison Library · 11.2 mi · McLean
Ages 5–12 Games & play Sign-up needed
Join us as we welcome Daisy and Raven, two very special therapy dogs, to Dolley Madison! Register to reserve a slot.
7 Central Library · 6 mi · Arlington
All ages Family fun
Ready. Set. Bake! In 2026, Arlington Reads Stirs It Up with a yearlong celebration of the nourishing and community-building power of food.
31 Dolley Madison Library · 11.2 mi · McLean
Ages 5–12 Games & play Sign-up needed
Join us as we welcome Daisy and Raven, two very special therapy dogs, to Dolley Madison! Register to reserve a slot.
31 Dolley Madison Library · 11.2 mi · McLean
Ages 5–12 Games & play Sign-up needed
Join us as we welcome Daisy and Raven, two very special therapy dogs, to Dolley Madison! Register to reserve a slot.
5 Courthouse Library · 6.3 mi · Arlington
Ages 5–12 Games & play
Join the library for a friendly game or two Looking to sharpen your chess skills? Drop in and challenge new opponents! All skill levels are welcome.
22 Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library - Central Library · 7.6 mi · Washington
Ages 5–12 Science & STEM
All ages and skill levels are welcome! Staff will be available to introduce beginners to the basics of chess, "the game of kings." For more information, reach out to…
30 Thomas Jefferson Library · 8 mi · Falls Church
Ages 3–12 Storytime
Read aloud to Lucy, a trained therapy dog. Bring your own book or choose a book from the library. Walk-ins welcome.
25 Pohick Regional Library · 9.9 mi · Burke
Ages 6–12 Storytime
Read aloud to a trained therapy dog. Call or sign up for a 15-minute session. Age 6-12. (R)
18 Kensington Park Library · 15.8 mi · Kensington
Ages 11–12 Games & play Sign-up needed
This series of one-shot (one off) games is designed to let players new to the table-top-role-playing world learn and experience the fun of this style of game.
34 Potomac Library · 16.5 mi · Rockville
Ages 9–12 Reading & languages Sign-up needed
The 3 sessions will be held on: Saturday, October 17, 2-3pm Saturday, November 14, 2-3pm Saturday, December 12, 2-3pm For ages 9 - 15.
25 Pohick Regional Library · 9.9 mi · Burke
Ages 6–12 Storytime
Read aloud to a trained therapy dog. Call or sign up for a 15-minute session. Age 6-12. (R)
25 Pohick Regional Library · 9.9 mi · Burke
Ages 6–12 Storytime Sign-up needed
Read aloud to a trained therapy dog. Call or sign up for a 15-minute session. Age 6-12. (R)
25 Pohick Regional Library · 9.9 mi · Burke
Ages 6–12 Storytime Sign-up needed
Read aloud to a trained therapy dog. Call or sign up for a 15-minute session. Age 6-12. (R)
7 Central Library · 6 mi · Arlington
Ages 7–11 Science & STEM
For grades 2-5 Practice your math skills by playing fun math games with local teen volunteers. Teen volunteers serve as mentors encouraging kids to see that math = fun!
22 Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library - Central Library · 7.6 mi · Washington
Ages 5–12 Games & play Sign-up needed
Play accessible versions of board and card games such as Uno, Bananagrams, chess, and more with the Center for Accessibility!
35 Little Falls Library · 11.1 mi · Bethesda
Ages 3–12 Science & STEM
Experiment with monkey string, watercolor diffusion, and more. Take and make wind-powered car kits for elementary age kids will be given out to participants.
6 White Oak Library · 17.8 mi · Silver Spring
Ages 3–12 Storytime
We will celebrate the season of gratitude by exploring the indigenous "Three Sisters" planting method.
20 Aspen Hill Library · 19.3 mi · Rockville
Ages 5–12 Games & play
Chess club is free to attend and all ages and skill levels are welcome. Boards and pieces will be provided.
25 Pohick Regional Library · 9.9 mi · Burke
Ages 7–12 Arts & crafts
Create & Connect for ages 7-12! Unstructured crafting time to meet friends who enjoy yarn crafting. Bring what you are currently working on! New to yarn crafts?
33 Oakton Library · 13.1 mi · Oakton
Ages 5–12 Science & STEM Sign-up needed
Come to Oakton library for engaging STEAM activities that are hands-on and fun! STEAM education encourage students to think more broadly about real-world problems.
36 Southwest Neighborhood Library · 6.6 mi · Washington
All ages Games & play
Catch them all at the library! Find all the pokemon hiding in the children's room and get your pokedex stamped!
10 Anacostia Neighborhood Library · 8.1 mi · Washington
All ages Games & play
Celebrate 30 years of Pokémon with Anacostia Library! Trainers of all ages will be able to receive a Ward 8 gym badge sticker for their Pokédex Passport by finding…
32 Shepherd Park (Juanita E. Thornton) Neighborhood Library · 12.9 mi · Washington
All ages Nature & outdoors
We are accepting donations of new and gently used adult and children's coats. Items should be clean, free of rips, stains, holes, and other flaws.