- Updated: 11/11/2026
This list of events happening throughout the weekend is primarily for kids (ages 3+) & teens. I place a special emphasis on literacy, STEM & other educational based events as well as family fun festivities.
♥ = my recommendations & ♣ = free movie screening
Don’t forget to click the links to review the most up-to-date information prior to heading out!
Coming Up...
Friday, November 13, 2026
Washington, DC
- Friday (11/13) at 10:00 am | 2026 DowntownDC Holiday Market Grand Opening Kick-Off at National Portrait Gallery ♥
- Sherrel Duncan of WPGC 95.5 and Lorenzo Hall of WUSA9 will be your hosts! The Grand Opening Kick-Offf will feature remarks, live entertainment from Gette, Ruff Ridaz, and the Washington Wizards Dancers. Stay after for savory sample food servings from local Downtown DC restaurants: Aeropuerto from China Chilcano and lasagna from Carmine’s (available while supllies last).
- Friday (11/13) at 4:00 pm | Pokemon Craft Night at Mt. Pleasant Neighborhood Library in NW
- An hour of Pokemon-themed headband, bookmark, and button making. We will play music from the franchise, maybe a little karaoke, good vibes only.
- Friday (11/13) at 4:30 pm | Frosted at Franklin Park opens in NW ♥
- Wander through the park after dark and discover thousands of twinkling lights, glowing installations, and festive photo moments tucked throughout the park.
- Friday (11/13) at 6:00 pm | Coca-Cola Caravan at The Wharf ♥
- Featuring holiday decor, photos with Santa and his Polar Bear friend, samplings of the limited edition Coca-Cola Holiday Creamy Vanilla flavor, festive holiday music, giveaways, and more.
- Friday (11/13) at 6:00 pm | Kicks & Thanks: Friendsgiving Sneaker Ball at Fort Stanton Recreation Center in SE (Best for ages 5-12) ♥
- Participants will enjoy music, dancing, delicious food, and opportunities to build new friendships in a festive and welcoming environment.
Maryland
- Friday (11/13) at 10:30 am | Pre-K Story Hour at Springhill Lake Recreation Center in Greenbelt ♥
- Enjoy vibrant stories, fingerplays, and songs led by Greenbelt Branch Library Staff. After the storytime, enjoy playtime in the gym, a healthy snack, and a free book from RUAK.
- Friday (11/13) at 4:00 pm | STEM Fun: Build and Create! at Bladensburg Library
Northern Virginia
- Friday (11/13) at 10:00 am | Help Habitats at Gulf Branch with Invasive Plant Removal in Arlington (Best for ages 8+)
- Meet fellow do-gooders, get exercise, and learn about native plants and wildlife all while making a difference in the great outdoors!
- Friday (11/13) at 11:30 am | Fairlington Community Center Indoor Playground in Arlington (Best for ages 2-5)
- This program offers unstructured recreational opportunities that promote physical activity, motor skill development, social interaction, and community connection.
- Friday (11/13) at 4:30 pm | Family Owl Outing at Huntley Meadows in Alexandria ($) (Best for ages 6+) ♥
- Discover the secret world of owls. Learn what makes these raptors excellent night predators with a presentation followed by a trail hike to hopefully hear or spot one of Huntley’s resident owls.
- Friday (11/13) at 4:30 pm | Family Game Night at Mount Vernon Recreation Center in Alexandria ($) ♥
- Family Game Night brings families together for an evening of fun, laughter, and friendly competition with board games, card games, and interactive challenges for all ages.
- [For Adults] Friday (11/13) at 7:00 pm | Kids Gift Guide Live at Old Town Books in Alexandria
- Over hot chocolate, Melissa will present her top 2026 picks for ages 3-16, with an emphasis on books with extra-special gift appeal.
Saturday, November 14, 2026
Washington, DC
- Saturday (11/14) at 10:00 am | Saturday Morning Live presents: Marvelous Mickey, Circus Star at The National Theatre in NW (Best for ages 3-6) ♥
- You won’t want to miss bubble magic, scarf juggling, and (of course) a final tight rope act that will dazzle and amaze. Catch this imaginative, interactive program led by returning favorites Only Make Believe!
- Saturday (11/14) at 10:00 am | Open Studio: Corrugated Masks at Hirshhorn Museum
- Make sculptures out of recycled cardboard and other loose parts!
- Saturday (11/14) at 10:30 am | Family Day: Given Thanks at Library of Congress in SE ♥
- Celebrate the role of family recipes at Thanksgiving and learn about fall festivals around the world.
- Saturday (11/14) at 10:30 am | NMAAHC Kids: Book Day at National Museum of African American History and Culture (Best for ages 4-8) ♥
- Inspired by the Museum’s newest children’s book, 123 I Like You and Me: A Joyful Counting Book, celebrate the things that make us the same and different! Explore select pages together through art projects, games and hands-on activities.
- [Featured Event] Saturday (11/14) at 10:30 am | Always Becoming: Next Chapter at National Museum of the American Indian ♥
- Learn about the art of clay, traditions of sustainability in Pueblo building techniques, and more. Visitors can enjoy family-friendly art activities, dance performances by the Zuni Olla Maidens, watch a short film, and multiple opportunities to hear from the artist, her family, and museum experts that have contributed to the care and revitalization of the sculptures.
- Saturday (11/14) at 11:00 am & 1:30 pm | Art Guardians | Family Workshop: Painting Rescue at National Museum of Asian Art (Best for ages 6-11)
- Through simple experiments, investigate how liquids can travel through tiny spaces, the same process conservators use to guide adhesive beneath fragile paint flakes. Then create your own artwork using the same scientific principle, known as capillary action, to make colorful designs.
- Saturday (11/14) at 12:00 pm | History in the Making: Carter G. Woodson Zine Lab at Smithsonian’s Anacostia Community Museum in SE ♥
- Join artist Brittany Mona to make zines—small booklets that offer a creative way to tell a story or explore an idea. This hands-on, family-friendly workshop is inspired by the life and legacy of Carter G. Woodson, historian, educator, and longtime resident of DC’s Shaw neighborhood.
- Saturday (11/14) at 12:30 pm | Cultural Arts Showcase at North Michigan Park Recreation Center in NE
- Family, friends, and community members are invited to enjoy an inspiring showcase featuring artistic expressions developed throughout the season.
- Saturday (11/14) at 1:00 pm | Book Page Bookmarks at MLK Memorial Library
- Make your own bookmark with upcycled materials.
- Saturday (11/14) at 1:00 pm | District Arcade 2026 at MLK Memorial Library ♥
- Test out 30+ locally-made indie video games and meet the developers.
- Saturday (11/14) at 1:00 pm | STEAM Saturday: Aerodynamics at National Building Museum in NW ($) (Best for grades 2-6) ♥
- Blast off into the world of aerospace with Engineering Tomorrow! Participants will learn about spacecraft, launch vehicles, and orbits.
- Saturday (11/14) at 5:00 pm | Annual Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration 2026 at CityCenter ♥
- Watch a 75-foot Christmas tree light up the heart of CityCenterDC and keep the evening going with balloon artists, face painters, holiday treats, and family friendly activities. The evening will include a joyful music performance by JoJo.
- Saturday (11/14) at 7:00 pm | Sounds of Africa Concert featuring Ethio-Jazz at National Museum of African Art
- Saturday (11/14) at 7:00 pm | Schubert 200 Project: Chapter 1: The Beginning at Church of the Epiphany in NW ♥
- Children are free with a paid adult ~ The first chapter of a nine-concert Schubert 200 series celebrating the complete chamber music of one of history’s greatest composers.
Maryland
Prince George’s County
- Saturday (11/14) at 9:00 am | ice! featuring Dr. Seuss’s “How the Grinch Stole Christmas!” at Gaylord National ($)
- Signature holiday attraction features favorite scenes from Dr. Seuss’ “How the Grinch Stole Christmas!” brought to life in magnificent sculptures hand-carved from more than 2 million pounds of ice.
- Saturday (11/14) at 10:00 am | The Author Space Book & Art Festival at The Show Place Arena in Upper Marlboro
- Discover new and inspiring books, meet talented independent authors and artists, enjoy live entertainment, connect with the community, and experience the creativity of the region.
- Saturday (11/14) at 10:00 am | Woolly Bear Wingding 2026 at Watkins Nature Center ♥
- A day of learning stations, crafts, activities, games, story times, and more, all dedicated to nature’s very own weatherman, the woolly bear caterpillar.
- Saturday (11/14) at 10:30 am | Open Barn Day at Old Maryland Farm in Upper Marlboro ♥
- Meet the animals that call Old Maryland Farm home! Visit friendly livestock, explore the horse barn, and learn about the care, training, and history of the farm’s horses and other animals.
- Saturday (11/14) at 11:00 am | An Indigenous Heritage Program Honoring Native American Identities and Culture at Greenbelt Library ♥
- Includes storytellers, speakers, tribal dance performers, and more! Lunch will be served.
- Saturday (11/14) at 11:00 am | Dance Party: Fall Fest at Bowie Library
- Get ready for an exciting time of music and dancing! Whether you love to bust a move or just enjoy the beats, this party promises a lively atmosphere, plenty of fun along with cool fall themed crafts!
- Saturday (11/14) at 1:00 pm | Turkey Nature Crafts at Clearwater Nature Center in Clinton ($)
- Discover the beauty and inspiration found in nature through hands-on craft projects using natural and nature-inspired materials. Explore your creativity, connect with the outdoors, and create a unique project to take home.
- Saturday (11/14) at 1:00 pm | Movie: Elio at Surratts-Clinton Library ♣
- Celebrate Sci-Fi Month by enjoying a free screening of “Elio” at the library. Relax and watch the film on the big screen with others in the community.
- Saturday (11/14) at 2:00 pm | A Celebration of Alzheimer’s Awareness Month: Interactive Read Along at Arts’tination National Harbor
- This interactive read-along experience invites families, caregivers, and community members to explore the power of storytelling in building empathy, understanding, and connection.
- Saturday (11/14) at 2:00 pm | Legos: Creative Club at Upper Marlboro Library
- Saturday (11/14) at 5:30 pm | Holiday Tree Lighting & Fireworks at National Harbor
- The breathtaking custom light show dances alongside a holiday medley recorded by the United States Air Force Band and is followed by fireworks.
- Saturday (11/14) at 7:00 pm | 43rd Annual Choreographers’ Showcase: Move Different at Prince George’s Publick Playhouse in Hyattsville ($)
- Experience an evening of innovative movement and distinct perspectives at the 43rd Annual Choreographers’ Showcase, featuring contemporary and modern dance works by local emerging and established choreographers, followed by an artist talk back with the choreographers behind the work.
Maryland
Montgomery County
- Saturday (11/14) at 10:30 am | Legend of the Three Sisters Tale and Craft at Quince Orchard Library in Gaithersburg ♥
- Native Americans learned long ago that certain plants grew well together, supporting one another as they shared the same soil. This knowledge was passed down through the Three Sisters legend. Hear the legend and make a craft celebrating how beans, squash, and corn make one tasty family.
- Saturday (11/14) at 11:00 am | Read to a Dog at Aspen Hill Library
- 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.
- Saturday (11/14) at 12:00 pm | Owl Moon Raptor Festival at Black Hill Regional Park in Boyds ♥
- Educational stations and opportunities to see raptors up close will be available to everyone.
- Saturday (11/14) at 1:00 pm | Holiday Family Crafts at Upper County Community Recreation Center in Gaithersburg ($)
- Saturday (11/14) at 2:00 pm | Celebrate the Library’s 75th Anniversary with Rock Painting at Rockville Memorial Library
- Participants are encouraged to add inspiring words, designs, or images that reflect what the library means to them.
- Saturday (11/14) at 3:00 pm | Science Saturday – Computers and Coding at Maggie Nightingale Library in Poolesville (Best for ages 6-10) ♥
- Explore the language computers use to talk to each other, practice thinking like a computer, and try our hand at simple programming challenges.
- Saturday (11/14) at 4:00 pm | Kids STEM: Experiment with Monkey String, Watercolor Diffusion, and more! at Little Falls Library in Bethesda
- Take and make wind-powered car kits for elementary age kids will be given out to participants. Batteries not included!
- Saturday (11/14) at 4:00 pm | Three Sisters Gratitude Celebration at White Oak Library ♥
- Celebrate the season of gratitude with us and learn about the indigenous planting method of the Three Sisters, the planting of corn, squash, and climbing beans, through story and craft.
More Maryland Events
- Saturday (11/14) at 11:00 am | Thanksgiving by Rail at the National Museum of Railroad History & Innovation in Baltimore ($)
- Children will jump into hands-on fun as they explore different types of train cars and discover how each one helps deliver the foods that make Thanksgiving dinner possible.
- Saturday (11/14) at 12:00 pm | Invent the Future at Maryland Science Center in Baltimore ($) ♥
- Get excited about the future of STEM with an afternoon full of future-focused hands-on discovery. Engage with local scientists, inventors, and more!
- Saturday (11/14) at 4:00 pm | Exhibit Opening: Resilient Earth, Resilient Communities at Robinson Nature Center in Columbia ♥
- Explore exhibit features, visit hands-on learning stations about weather patterns and changing landscapes, and enjoy planetarium films that examine Earth’s changing climate.
Northern Virginia
Arlington County
- Saturday (11/14) at 9:00 am | Fall Craft Fair at The Woman’s Club of Arlington
- Shop handmade gifts, artwork, jewelry, accessories, holiday decor, pottery, and more + raffle, homemade chili and baked goods!
- Saturday (11/14) at 10:45 am | Open Bounce at Fairlington Community Center ($) (Best for ages 3-9)
- Saturday (11/14) at 1:30 pm | The Great Arlington Bakeoff at Central Library ♥
- Amateur home bakers from across the DMV will compete to show off their best bakes in this fun, friendly baking competition. Everyone is invited to come and taste their favorite dishes, with the option to take home new recipes.
- Saturday (11/14) at 3:00 pm | Math Pals at Central Library (Best for grades 2-5)
- Practice your math skills by playing fun math games with local teen volunteers.
Northern Virginia
City of Alexandria
- Saturday (11/14) at 8:00 am | St. Rita 1K Kids Fun Run at George Washington Middle School ($)
- Saturday (11/14) at 10:00 am | Harvest Happy Scarecrow Cupcake Decorating at Tiny Chefs ($) (Best for ages 5-12) ♥
- In this fun filled class, young chefs will decorate chocolate cupcakes with creamy frosting, colorful candies, sprinkles, and crunchy decorations to create their own silly scarecrow faces.
- Saturday (11/14) at 10:00 am | Family Field Day Frenzy at William Ramsay Recreation Center (Best for ages 6+) ♥
- Bring the whole family for a day of fun, friendly competition, and outdoor games. Enjoy relay races, tug-of-war, obstacle courses, and team challenges designed for all ages.
- Saturday (11/14) at 11:00 am | Family-Friendly Wood + Canvas + Textured Art Workshop at AR Workshop ($) (Best for ages 6+)
- Create a unique home decor item utilizing a variety of tools and techniques, our in-house collection of paints and non-toxic stains while guided by our crafty instructors.
- Saturday (11/14) at 11:00 am | Friendship Firehouse Museum Open House ($) ♥
- Discover the history of the fire company, founded in 1774 as Alexandria’s first volunteer brigade. Plus check out some early fire fighting equipment.
- Saturday (11/14) at 2:00 pm | DIY Paper Dreamhouses at Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library (Best for ages 6-12)
- Build a dreamhouse out of paper, ink, and your imagination!
More Northern Virginia Events
- Saturday (11/14) at 10:00 am | Soar Together Family Day: Maps and Navigation at Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly ($15 for Parking) ♥
- Try hands-on activities, conversations with experts, and navigation and mapmaking experiences.
- Saturday (11/14) at 1:00 pm | Hands on History – Pickling and Preservation at Sully Historic Site in Chantilly ($)
- Discover the traditional methods of preserving food before refrigerators were available. Try your hand at pickling and take home some tasty skills.
- [Limited Seats Left] Saturday (11/14) at 6:00 pm | Sully Illuminated at Sully Historic Site at Chantilly ($) ♥
- Come and tour the historic buildings and landscape by safe candlelight. Experience how different kinds of light reflected on the lives of Sully’s free and enslaved residents.
Sunday, November 15, 2026
Washington, DC
- Sunday (11/15) at 11:30 am | American Art Family Day at Smithsonian American Art Museum ♥
- Explore SAAM’s newly reopened collection galleries with a day of family-friendly activities. Includes a sketching studio, crafts & coloring stations.
- Sunday (11/15) at 1:00 pm | Kimjang DC 2026 at MLK Memorial Library ♥
- Celebrate Kimchi Day with a hands-on kimjang experience, along with K-pop workshops, a fireside talk, and exciting K-culture performances!
Maryland
- Sunday (11/15) at 9:00 am | ice! featuring Dr. Seuss’s “How the Grinch Stole Christmas!” at Gaylord National ($) ♥
- Signature holiday attraction features favorite scenes from Dr. Seuss’ “How the Grinch Stole Christmas!” brought to life in magnificent sculptures hand-carved from more than 2 million pounds of ice.
- Sunday (11/15) at 11:00 am | Thanksgiving by Rail at the National Museum of Railroad History & Innovation in Baltimore ($)
- Children will jump into hands-on fun as they explore different types of train cars and discover how each one helps deliver the foods that make Thanksgiving dinner possible.
- Sunday (11/15) at 12:00 pm | Free Bookmark Coloring Craft at sweetFrog Laurel
- The sweetest hands-on craft for your little ones to create in-store or take home to make later.
- Sunday (11/15) at 12:30 pm | Family Workshop: Makey Makey Controller at KID in Bethesda ($)
- Visitors will learn how a Makey Makey works. Then they will learn about conductivity and use cardboard construction techniques to make a controller.
- Sunday (11/15) at 1:00 pm | Learn to Crochet! presented by the Wheaton Arts Parade at Wheaton Library (Best for ages 8+)
- Sunday (11/15) at 2:00 pm | Family Square Dance at Joe’s Movement Emporium in Mount Rainier ($) ♥
- Learn square dances, two-steps, waltzes, and more! Family Square Dance is open to all ages! No experience is necessary.
- Sunday (11/15) at 2:00 pm | Holiday Movies on the Potomac: The Grinch (2018) at National Harbor ♣
- Sunday (11/15) at 4:00 pm | Empty Bowls Supper at Ross Boddy Neighborhood Recreation Center in Sandy Spring ($)
- Enjoy soups, breads, desserts and take home a handcrafted bowl! Tickets will be sold at the door by the Ross Boddy Advisory Committee.
Northern Virginia
- Sunday (11/15) at 1:00 pm | The YoYo Club at Central Library in Arlington (Best for ages 8+)
- Do you have an appreciation for yo-yos, kendama, diablo, juggling and any other trick based skill activity? Learn from experienced throwers and build your skills together.
- Sunday (11/15) at 1:00 pm | The Civil War at Sully Historic Site ($) (Best for ages 6+)
- Tour the historic site and learn about the different figures who experienced the war at Sully. Hear about Maria Barlow, who encountered and dealt with troops on both sides. Gain a better understanding of the effects the war had on Fairfax County and why it matters today.
Sensory Friendly & Accessible
- Saturday (11/14) at 10:00 am | Saturday Morning Live presents: Marvelous Mickey, Circus Star at The National Theatre in NW (Best for ages 3-6) ♥
- This performance will be ASL-interpreted; seating is available for patrons requiring access to this service. The space is wheelchair accessible and space is designated for wheelchair seating. ~ You won’t want to miss bubble magic, scarf juggling, and (of course) a final tight rope act that will dazzle and amaze. Catch this imaginative, interactive program led by returning favorites Only Make Believe!
- Saturday (11/14) at 10:30 am | Down Syndrome and Friends Community Play Group at Lamond-Riggs/Lillian J. Huff Neighborhood Library
- Families of kids with disabilities, including Down syndrome, autism, and developmental disabilities, are invited to play, read, and connect with resources together at the library!
- Saturday (11/14) at 11:00 am | Sensory Storytelling with ReadAbility at Gaithersburg Library
- A multisensory book and storytelling session for neurodivergent children & children with intellectual disabilities who learn best through sensory play!
- Saturday (11/14) at 11:00 am | Family Story Time with ASL Interpreter at Northeast Neighborhood Library
- Saturday (11/14) at 12:00 pm | Craft and Create: Family Art Time at Oxon Hill Library
- Presented by Kyle’s Art for Autism World, Inc, this program aims to spread autism awareness throughout the community while offering a creative and welcoming space for individuals with exceptional needs to express themselves through art.
- Saturday (11/14) at 1:00 pm | Accessible Movie Screening: Micheal at MLK Memorial Library in NW DC (Best for teens & adults) ♣
- The film will be shown with Audio description and open captions right on the screen.
- Saturday (11/14) at 3:30 pm | Accessible Game Meet-Up at MLK Memorial Library
- Play accessible versions of board and card games such as Uno, Bananagrams, chess, and more with the Center for Accessibility!
- Sunday (11/15) at 9:00 am | Sensory Friendly Sunday at Port Discovery in Baltimore ($)
For Tweens & Teens (Ages 9+)
Washington, DC
- Friday (11/13) at 10:00 am | 2026 STEAM Career Workshop for Undergraduate Students at the National Museum of Natural History ♥
- An exciting opportunity for undergraduate students ~ a full day of hands-on learning, networking, and behind-the-scenes access to the Smithsonian!
- Friday (11/13) at 7:00 pm | District Horror Creative Showcase at St. Stephen and the Incarnation Episcopal Church in NW
- From a cursed cat totem to a Zoom meeting gone off the rails, werewolves in the woods, fiendish pharma, hauntings and haints, these original short films promise to both surprise and entertain.
- Friday (11/13) – Sunday (11/15) | Ibero-American Film Festival 2026 at Planet Word in NW ♥
- Celebrate the richness and diversity of the Ibero-American world through three days of short film screenings featuring stories, perspectives, and creative voices from across Latin America, Spain, and Portugal.
- Saturday (11/14) at 11:00 am | DC Zinefest and the 50th Anniversary of Punk at MLK Memorial Library (Best for teens & adults) ♥
- DC Zinefest is a one-day independent event designed to provide a space for zine-makers, self-published artists, and writers to share their work with each other and the Washington, D.C., community.
- Saturday (11/14) at 1:00 pm | Punks Like Us: A DC Punk Archive Pop Up Museum at MLK Memorial Library (Best for teens & adults)
- A 2-hour, DIY museum in honor of the 50th anniversary of Punk, created by Punks.
- Saturday (11/14) at 2:30 pm | Teen Studio: Cardboard Constructs at Hirshhorn Museum (Best for ages 13-19)
- Think like artist Mark Grotjahn and create a work of art from discarded materials. Discover new ways to build with cardboard, inspired by the bronze sculpture Untitled (Top and Exterior Gates, DeWalt Mask M33.e) (2014).
Maryland
- Friday (11/13) & Saturday (11/14) at 10:00 am | Color to Calm at White Oak Library
- During Teen Mental Health Week, there will be a mobile cart with coloring pages and colored pencils for drop-in coloring.
- Saturday (11/14) at 8:00 am | Bird Watching at Jug Bay at Patuxent River Park (Best for ages 14+)
- Saturday (11/14) at 10:30 am | Graphic Novel Creation at Wheaton Library (Best for ages 15-18) ♥
- Write and illustrate your own graphic novel page using narration, dialogue, character design, and dynamic layouts, then refine your drawings into finished art with pen, ink, and watercolor pencils.
- Saturday (11/14) at 10:30 am | Sew It Seams: Intermediate Open Sewing Lab at Oxon Hill Library (Best for ages 10+)
- Saturday (11/14) at 11:00 am | Riversdale African American Genealogy Program at Riversdale Historic Site & Museum (Best for ages 16+) ♥
- Join Riversdale Historic Site & Museum, in partnership with the Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society, to explore African ancestry, family history, genealogy, and cultural diversity. Learn research techniques and resources, and make community connections.
- Saturday (11/14) at 2:00 pm | Write to Right: Social Justice Writing Workshop at Potomac Library (Best for ages 9-15) ♥
- Join teen volunteers from Write to Right for this 3-session writing workshop where you’ll use creative writing as a tool towards social change.
- Saturday (11/14) at 2:00 pm | Dream Lab: Rock Your Music School Audition at Fairmount Heights Library (Best for ages 13-18) ♥
- Join Dream Lab: Rock Your Music School Audition for an inspiring workshop designed to help students navigate the college music admissions process. Learn how to research program requirements, select the ideal repertoire to showcase your talent, and leave a lasting impression in the audition room.
- Saturday (11/14) at 2:00 pm | All That is Rosie Tea at Montpelier Historic Site & Museum in Laurel ($) (Best for ages 14+)
- Join for a “cup of Rosie Lee” (slang for a cup of tea)! We will welcome the Laurel Chapter of the American Rosie the Riveter Association to share stories, pictures, and history in celebration of Veteran’s Day.
- Sunday (11/15) at 2:00 pm | Knit and Crochet Together + Learn to Knit & Crochet at White Oak Library
- Work on your project(s) with other yarn craft lovers or learn the basics needed to knit or crochet.
Northern Virginia
- Saturday (11/14) at 1:30 pm | Career Spotlight: Finishing Trades at Cherrydale Library in Arlington ♥
- Construction and extraction jobs are expected to grow faster than average in the years 2025 – 2035, with over 580,000 openings projected each year. Learn what these professionals do each day, the upsides and downsides, job outlook, salary expectations, work/life balance, and how to get started, including training opportunities through the union.
- Saturday (11/14) at 3:00 pm | Boardgames and Bird Walk at Huntley Meadows in Alexandria ($) (Best for ages 12+)
- Hone your birding skills on the trail and learn to play our favorite bird themed board game: Wingspan. Enjoy a round or more of this wonderful boardgame and take a bird walk in the park.
- Sunday (11/15) at 8:00 am | Birding for Beginners at Huntley Meadows in Alexandria ($) (Best for ages 12-16)
- Learn about the park’s birds and some basic identification skills. This program for beginners starts with a bird identification discussion.
- Sunday (11/15) at 11:00 am | Fall Dessert Bars at Cookology in Arlington ($) (Best for ages 12+) ♥
- Students will learn how to make delicious Apple Crumble Bars, creamy Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars, and a rich homemade Caramel Sauce. From preparing buttery crusts and flavorful fillings to creating smooth caramel, students will practice essential baking techniques while creating irresistible seasonal desserts.
- Sunday (11/15) at 1:00 pm | Recycled Royal Rumble: Outdoor Cardboard Challenge at Patrick Henry Recreation Center in Alexandria ($) (Best for ages 9-15) ♥
- Recycled Royal Rumble is an outdoor team challenge where participants build cardboard gear from recycled materials and compete in capture-the-flag, obstacle races, and other creative games.
- Sunday (11/15) at 1:30 pm | Board Game Bliss at Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library in Alexandria (Best for ages 13+)
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