- Updated: 8/19/2026
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 this Weekend
Friday, August 21, 2026
Washington, DC
- Friday (8/21) at 10:00 am | Books and Beyond with a Ranger at Pierce Barn in NW
- This program includes nature books, animal puppets, body movements, and songs.
- Friday (8/21) at 10:00 am | Back to School Pop-Ups at National Children’s Museum ($) ♥
- Let students stretch their learning muscles while exploring things like science, geometry, reading, and mindfulness.
- Friday (8/21) at 10:15 am, 1:00 pm & 3:30 pm | Free Skate Fridays at Fort Dupont Ice Arena in SE ♥
- Friday (8/21) at 11:00 am | Art Break at Smithsonian’s National Museum of Asian Art
- Take time to relax, create, and connect with a hands-on art activity inspired by objects from our collections.
- Friday (8/21) at 4:00 pm | Movie Matinee: Trolls World Tour at Bellevue Neighborhood Library in SW ♣
Maryland
- Friday (8/21) at 10:00 am | Summer RailQuest STEM Workshop at National Capital Trolley Museum in Colesville ($) (Best for ages 7-13) ♥
- Featured Lesson: Chemical Energy – Students will demonstrate the chemical reaction which requires a large amount of heat energy.
- Friday (8/21) at 11:00 am | Sprinklers, Bubbles & Rainbows at Black Hill Discovery Center in Boyds
- Make bubbles with giant bubble wands. Splash in water play stations designed for the littlest of revelers. Bring sunscreen, a towel and a change of clothes.
- Friday (8/21) at 11:00 am | Summer S.T.E.A.M. Week at the National Museum of Railroad History & Innovation in Baltimore ($)
- Celebrate the inventors and engineers who helped build America! Friday’s activities include a MagLev Workshop and Become a Jr. Engineer (pre-K-2)
- Friday (8/21) at 2:00 pm | Back to School Fair at Mount Rainier Nature Center ♥
- This annual event will provide school supplies, new and gently used clothing, community resources, and information from local organizations to help students and families prepare for the upcoming school year.
- Friday (8/21) at 4:00 pm | The Sweetening at Silver Spring Recreation and Aquatic Center ♥
- Step into a world of sweet delights and joyful moments at this multigenerational social event where fun has no age limit! Indulge your sweet tooth with cupcakes, homemade ice cream, fluffy cotton candy and a dreamy chocolate fountain.
- Friday (8/21) at 6:00 pm | Back to School Night at Harriet Tubman Cultural Center in Columbia
- Enjoy games, refreshments, and a chance to build community as we start the school year together.
- [Final Weekend] Friday (8/21) at 7:00 pm | Adventure Theatre’s Sleeping Beauty: The Time Traveler at Glen Echo Park ($)
Northern Virginia
- Friday (8/21) at 10:00 am | Moving & Grooving Sale at READ Book Nook in Arlington
- There’s also a drop-in arts studio from 10am – 6pm!
- Friday (8/21) at 12:15 pm | Summer Lunchtime Animal Meetups at Long Branch Nature Center in Arlington
- Meet snakes, turtles, vultures and other live and preserved wildlife. A great time to relax while meeting Arlington’s hidden residents.
- Friday (8/21) at 7:45 pm | Alexandria Pipes and Drums Summer Concert at Waterfront Park
- Friday (8/21) at 7:45 pm | Sunset Cinema – Lilo & Stitch at Cherry Hill Park in Falls Church ♣
- Friday (8/21) at 6:00 pm | Nature Fun Facts Campfire at Gulf Branch Nature Center in Arlington ($)
Saturday, August 22, 2026
Washington, DC
- Saturday (8/22) at 9:00 am | 2026 Library of Congress National Book Festival at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in NW ♥
- Festival goers can enjoy many of America’s most beloved writers in conversations, interactive programs, book signings, and family-friendly activities for attendees of all ages, while exploring the Library’s collections, services and resources. Includes a Family Day of activities too!
- Saturday (8/22) at 9:00 am | Emery Heights Backpack Giveaway with Legendary Experiences in NW
- Saturday (8/22) at 10:00 am | Serenity Management Annual Back to School Giveaway at Fort Stanton Recreation Center in SE
- Free haircuts and hair styling, book bags, school supplies, and uniforms, community advocates and support workers on site offering services and resources.
- Saturday (8/22) at 10:00 am | Back to School Pop-Ups at National Children’s Museum ($) ♥
- Let students stretch their learning muscles while exploring things like science, geometry, reading, and mindfulness.
- Saturday (8/22) at 10:00 am, 3:00 pm & 6:00 pm | SpyKids Mission Training at Volta Park Pool in NW ($)
- During SpyKids Mission Training your SpyKid will be guided through Georgetown to learn about the many spies who once traded secrets for cash (and still do). Along the way you will learn about how spies secretly communicate, what motivates a spy to spy, and the role bananas had in overthrowing a government.
- Saturday (8/22) at 11:00 am | Saturday Workshop: Weave a Little Love: Cardboard Loom Creations at artEnables in NE ♥
- Saturday (8/22) at 11:00 am | Just Your Imagination Workshop at Anacostia Neighborhood Library
- Phillips Educators will lead participants in an exploration of Jacob Lawrence’s The Migration Series, as well as a hands-on art activity inspired by the artworks. Participants will have the chance to experiment, create, and connect with artwork in a new way.
- Saturday (8/22) at 11:00 am | Riggs LaSalle Back to School Event in NE
- Parent and student must be present to receive supplies!
- Saturday (8/22) at 11:00 am | 12th Annual Chuck Brown Day ~ Legends of Go-Go at Fort Dupont Park in SE ♥
- Saturday (8/22) at 11:30 am | Kids: Direct Your Own Friendship Film on iPad at Apple Carnegie Library in NW (Best for ages 6-10)
- Kids will collaborate as they direct, record, edit, and more to make a friendship film that celebrates how we’re better when we come together.
- Saturday (8/22) at 1:00 pm | School Daze: Back to School Event at Sycamore and Oak in SE ♥
- An afternoon of music, activities, and community vibes to kick off the school year! There’s also a chess tournament open to grades K-12 starting at 2:00 pm!
- Saturday (8/22) at 1:00 pm | Kids: Create an Interactive Story of Kindness at Apple Carnegie Library in NW (Best for ages 6-10)
- Saturday (8/22) at 1:30 pm | Kids: Direct Your Own Friendship Film on iPad at Apple Georgetown in NW (Best for ages 6-10)
- Kids will collaborate as they direct, record, edit, and more to make a friendship film that celebrates how we’re better when we come together.
- Saturday (8/22) at 3:00 pm | Kids: Create Comics Inspired by Planet Earth at Apple Carnegie Library in NW
- Attention, families: your mission is to protect something you love on planet Earth. Together you’ll imagine a story with your own characters on a fun adventure.
Maryland
Prince George’s County
- Saturday (8/22) at 10:00 am | The Suitlandfestival 27th Anniversary at the Suitland Community Center in District Heights ♥
- Includes food, crafts, community resources, games & more!
- Saturday (8/22) at 10:30 am | STEAM Hour at College Park Aviation Museum (Best for ages 6-12)
- Whether you’re constructing airplanes, airports, or inventing something entirely new, Saturday STEAM Hour encourages you to dream big and bring your ideas to life. Drop in anytime during the hour for an opportunity to explore the wonders of aviation through play.
- Saturday (8/22) at 10:45 am | Battle of Bladensburg Boat Tour at Bladensburg Waterfront Park ($) ♥
- Board the pontoon boat on the Anacostia and hear a historian tell unique stories of the Battle of Bladensburg within the context of the War of 1812. Cruise down the Anacostia River and take in the sights and sounds of nature.
- Saturday (8/22) at 11:00 am | History Community Day at Surratt Historic Site & Museum in Clinton ♥
- Includes hands-on workshops, scavenger hunts, arts & crafts, storytelling, giveaways & more!
- Saturday (8/22) at 11:00 am | Animal Encounters: Wings, Legs and Shells, Oh my! at Mt. Rainier Nature and Recreation Center ($)
- Meet the nature center’s live animals including reptiles, amphibians, and birds of prey! Interacting with animals can boost your mood and promote mental wellness. Learn more about them and their natural habitats.
- [Limited Spaces Left] Saturday (8/22) at 1:00 pm | STEM Fun: Ozobots at Mount Rainier Library
- [Limited Spaces Left] Saturday (8/22) at 2:00 pm | Craft and Create: Calligraphy at Accokeek Library
- With step-by-step guidance, you’ll learn how to use calligraphy pens and various fonts to create something unique and have fun along the way.
- Saturday (8/22) at 2:00 pm | Guitar and Keys Recital at Oxon Hill Library
- Youth and adult students will perform pieces they’ve been working on this season!
- Saturday (8/22) at 6:00 pm | Summer Concert at Bladensburg Waterfront Park
- Come out to enjoy a spicy blend of salsa, merengue, and more from the Quimbao Latin Band!
Maryland
Montgomery County
- Saturday (8/22) at 10:00 am & 12:00 pm | Princess Party at Olney Theatre Center ($) ♥
- Powerful, positive, young women from across stage and screen united into one empowering performance featuring songs from your favorite animated movies and Broadway shows.
- Saturday (8/22) at 11:00 am | Jenn’s Uncommon Critters at Rockville Memorial Library
- Jenn’s Uncommon Critters will use their Awesome Animal Ambassadors to relate to the dinosaurs of old.
- [For Parents/Caregivers] Saturday (8/22) at 11:00 am | Back to School, Back to Balance: Helping Your Child Navigate the Transition at Brigadier General Charles E. McGee Library in Silver Spring ♥
- A free community workshop designed to help parents and caregivers support their children through this seasonal transition. We’ll talk about recognizing signs of back-to-school anxiety, practical strategies for easing schedule and routine changes, how to open conversations with your child about their worries, and when — and how — to connect with additional behavioral health support if needed.
- [Final Weekend] Saturday (8/22) at 11:00 am & 2:00 pm | Adventure Theatre’s Sleeping Beauty: The Time Traveler at Glen Echo Park ($)
- Saturday (8/22) at 11:30 am & 2:30 pm | Little Red Riding Hood and the 3 Little Pigs at The Puppet Co. Playhouse in Glen Echo ($) (Best for ages 4+)
- Saturday (8/22) at 12:30 pm | Kids: Make Your Own Emoji at Apple Montgomery Mall (Best for ages 8-12)
- Explore using the Procreate app on iPad with Apple Pencil Pro to draw an emoji to take home.
- Saturday (8/22) at 2:30 pm | Kids: Make Your Own Emoji at Apple Bethesda Row (Best for ages 8-12)
- Explore using the Procreate app on iPad with Apple Pencil Pro to draw an emoji to take home.
- Saturday (8/22) at 4:00 pm | STEM at the Library: DIY hot air balloons at Marilyn J. Praisner Library in Burtonsville ♥
- Learn about how hot air balloons work and make your own simple hot air balloon to fly!
More Maryland Events
- Saturday (8/22) at 10:00 am | Good Kid-izen ~ Storybook Adventures at Color Burst Park in Columbia ♥
- Celebrate the power of stories, bringing books to life through interactive storytelling.
- Saturday (8/22) at 11:00 am | August’s Finger-Paint Party at sweetFrog Laurel ($)
- Each $10 ticket covers all art supplies, step-by-step instruction, and a kid’s cup of sweetFrog to celebrate your masterpiece!
- Saturday (8/22) at 12:30 pm & 1:30 pm | Liquid Nitrogen Slushie Lab at Maryland Science Center in Baltimore ($)
- Discover what makes liquid nitrogen a unique culinary tool as we quickly freeze lemonade into a slushie! Pop in a peppermint stick, and you’re on your way to sampling a Baltimore summertime tradition with a Science Center twist.
- Saturday (8/22) at 2:00 pm | Farmer Sharon presents: Wild About Worms! at Potomac Branch Library in Indian Head (Best for ages 4+) ♥
- Dive deep in the ground to learn about some of the most important creatures in the soil– earthworms! In this hands-on program, students will explore the amazing role worms play in keeping our soil healthy, reducing waste through vermicomposting, and helping the environment, one wiggle at a time!
- Saturday (8/22) at 8:30 pm | Public Star Party at Alpha Ridge Park in Marriottsville
- Join members of the Howard Astronomical League (HAL) at their observatory. Telescopic views and programming are shared inside through the club’s telescope.
Northern Virginia
Arlington County
- Saturday (8/22) at 11:00 am | Kindergarten Kick-off at Central Library
- Rising kindergarteners and their families will enjoy stories and songs about starting school and enjoy hands on activities.
- Saturday (8/22) at 12:00 pm | Matcha & Bedazzling at Dov & Company in Arlington ($) (Best for ages 7+) ♥
- Create your own sparkling rhinestone canvas using hundreds of colorful gems while enjoying a handcrafted matcha or specialty drink. There’s also a 3:00 pm session too!
- Saturday (8/22) at 12:15 pm & 1:00 pm | Summer Lunchtime Animal Meetups at Long Branch Nature Center ♥
- Meet snakes, turtles, vultures and other live and preserved wildlife. A great time to relax while meeting Arlington’s hidden residents.
- Saturday (8/22) at 12:15 pm | Kids: Create Comics Inspired by Planet Earth at Apple Clarendon
- Attention, families: your mission is to protect something you love on planet Earth. Together you’ll imagine a story with your own characters on a fun adventure.
- Saturday (8/22) at 1:45 pm | Kids: Direct Your Own Friendship Film on iPad at Apple Pentagon City (Best for ages 6-10) ♥
- Kids will collaborate as they direct, record, edit, and more to make a friendship film that celebrates how we’re better when we come together.
- Saturday (8/22) at 6:00 pm | Journey of the Eels Campfire at Gulf Branch Nature Center
- This engaging program will be filled with entertaining activities that may include stories, special animal guests, games, songs and of course, S’mores!
Northern Virginia
City of Alexandria
- Saturday (8/22) at 11:00 am | Kids Book Journaling Workshop at Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library (Best for ages 6-12) ♥
- This program will show kids a creative way to keep a record or create a recap of their reading for the year.
- Saturday (8/22) at 2:00 pm | Crafty Kids Series at Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
- Fairy House Ceramics (painting required, limited supply available)
- Saturday (8/22) at 7:45 pm | Bat Night at Huntley Meadows ($) (Best for ages 6+)
More Northern Virginia Events
- Saturday (8/22) at 4:00 pm | Kids: Create an Interactive Story of Kindness at Apple Reston (Best for ages 6-10)
- Kids and their families are invited to imagine what kindness means to them by making their own interactive storybook on iPad.
Sunday, August 23, 2026
Washington, DC
- Sunday (8/23) at 10:00 am | Back to School Pop-Ups at National Children’s Museum ($) ♥
- Let students stretch their learning muscles while exploring things like science, geometry, reading, and mindfulness.
- Sunday (8/23) at 10:00 am | Ecology Walk with DC Master Naturalists and the Kingman Rangers in NE
- Sunday (8/23) at 1:00 pm | Kids: Make Your Own Emoji at Apple Carnegie Library in NW (Best for ages 8-12)
- Explore using the Procreate app on iPad with Apple Pencil Pro to draw an emoji to take home.
- Sunday (8/23) at 1:00 pm | Petworth Library Open House in NW ♥
- Festivities include bilingual story time, Zumba, children’s craft corner, teen gaming lounge, scavenger hunt & more!
- Sunday (8/23) at 1:30 pm | Back to School Sunday Movie Matinee featuring Elio at Anacostia Neighborhood Library in SE ♣
- Sunday (8/23) at 2:00 pm | Beyond the Stars: Back-to-School Backpack Giveaway at THEARC in SE ♥
- Along with free backpacks and school supplies, families can look forward to a vibrant vendor marketplace, live entertainment, shoe giveaways, haircuts and braiding, interactive activities, and a special focus on STEM/STEAM experiences that bring this year’s theme to life.
- Sunday (8/23) at 2:00 pm | Sound Mapping: Discover the Park through Listening at Rock Creek Park Nature Center in NW
- In this fun, hands-on activity for kids and adults, participants will create a sound map by using their sense of hearing to explore the natural world. Listen for birds, insects, rustling leaves, flowing water, and other sounds that reveal what’s happening around you. By focusing on listening instead of looking, you’ll gain a deeper appreciation for nature and discover the park from a fresh perspective.
- Sunday (8/23) at 2:00 pm | Toddler Runway Show at Northeast Neighborhood Library ♥
- Calling all tiny fashionistas! Now’s your chance to strut your stuff. Join us for our first ever Northeast Library Toddler Runway Show.
- Sunday (8/23) at 3:00 pm | Kids: Make a Theme Song at Apple Carnegie Library in NW (Best for ages 8-12)
- Create a theme song for a favorite show, book, or game using GarageBand on iPad.
Maryland
- Sunday (8/23) at 9:30 am | Storytime: Ibram X. Kendi for “The Power of Our” and People’s Book Takoma ♥
- This accessible and sizable board book is perfect for introducing the youngest of readers to the beauty of Zora Neale Hurston’s storytelling and will lightly teach children that everything is better shared when with friends.
- Sunday (8/23) at 10:30 am | STEAM Hour at College Park Aviation Museum (Best for ages 6-12)
- Perfect for budding engineers and aviation enthusiasts, this interactive program allows visitors to design and build their own creations. Whether you’re constructing airplanes, airports, or inventing something entirely new, Saturday STEAM Hour encourages you to dream big and bring your ideas to life.
- Sunday (8/23) at 11:00 am & 12:30 pm | Family Workshop 2026: Octostudio Movie Making at KID Museum in Bethesda ($)
- Sunday (8/23) at 11:00 am & 2:00 pm | Adventure Theatre’s Sleeping Beauty: The Time Traveler at Glen Echo Park ($)
- Sunday (8/23) at 11:30 am & 2:30 pm | Little Red Riding Hood and the 3 Little Pigs at The Puppet Co. Playhouse in Glen Echo ($) (Best for ages 4+)
- Sunday (8/23) at 12:00 pm | Friendship Picnic at Wheaton Regional Park ♥
- Montgomery County “Friendship Picnic” will again bring people of diverse cultures and faiths together to make new friends and discuss ways to build a stronger community.
- Sunday (8/23) at 12:00 pm | Washington Folk Festival at Glen Echo Park ♥
- One-day event, full of dancing, storytelling, and music ranging from American to International styles. Six stages, including a family-focused, kid-friendly dedicated area, hundreds of performers, food trucks (twice as many as last year!), and picnic tables!
- Sunday (8/23) at 12:30 pm | Ice Cream Sunday on the Train at the National Museum of Railroad History & Innovation in Baltimore ($)
- Sunday (8/23) at 3:00 pm | Why Dinosaurs? Screening at Connie Morella Library in Bethesda
- A documentary screening of Why Dinosaurs from Pinto productions, brought to you by MPT and PBS.
- Sunday (8/23) at 3:00 pm | Chess in the Square at Rockville Town Square
- Sunday (8/23) at 4:30 pm | Kids: Make Your Own Emoji at Apple Columbia (Best for ages 8-12)
- Explore using the Procreate app on iPad with Apple Pencil Pro to draw an emoji to take home.
- Sunday (8/23) at 6:00 pm | Movies on the Potomac: Babe at National Harbor ♣
Northern Virginia
- Sunday (8/23) at 10:00 am | MoCA on the Move: Summer Fun Family Series at Metropolitan Park in Arlington
- Paper Mosaics / Music from Sean Tracy
- Sunday (8/23) at 11:00 am | Kid’s Healthy Breakfast Cooking Class at Cookology in Arlington ($) (Best for ages 8+)
- Sunday (8/23) at 12:00 pm | Kids and Family Festival with Rumi, Chase, and Captain America at Shipgarten in McLean
- Sunday (8/23) at 2:00 pm | Family Day with Jr. Docents at Gadsby’s Tavern Museum in Alexandria ($)
- In addition to stationed tours, Jr. Docents offer additional hands-on activities and a chocolate-making demonstration.
- Sunday (8/23) at 2:00 pm | Spellbinders Story Fest at Long Branch Nature Center in Arlington (Best for ages 4-12)
- Since ancient times in all cultures, this tradition has passed on wisdom, connected elders to youth, and engaged the imagination. Participants may choose a well-loved book to take home!
Sensory Friendly & Accessible
- Saturday (8/22) at 10:30 am | Down Syndrome and Friends Community Play Group at Lamond-Riggs Neighborhood Library in NE
- Families of kids with disabilities, including Down syndrome, autism, and developmental disabilities, are invited to play, read, and connect with resources together at the library!
- [Waitlist for Food] Saturday (8/22) at 12:00 pm | End of Summer Luau at Watkins Regional Park in Upper Marlboro ($)
- A purchased ticket is required for any attendee or companion wishing to eat. Join Disability Services at Watkins Regional Park for our tropical themed cookout to celebrate the end of summer! Meal provided by Mission BBQ and sweat treats by Flavor of Love Ice Cream. Activities include music by DJ Rell, face painting, table games, limbo games (prizes), raffles, and more!
For Tweens & Teens
Washington, DC
- Friday (8/21) at 3:30 pm | Teen Maker Lab: Custom Stickers at Parklands-Turner Neighborhood Library in SE
- Saturday (8/22) at 11:00 am | Kente Weaving Workshop for Kids at Sankofa Cafe in NW ($) (Best for ages 10-15) ♥
- Young participants will learn the art and history of traditional Kente weaving in a creative and hands on environment.
- Sunday (8/23) at 2:00 pm | Quote on a Tote at MLK Memorial Library (Best for teens & adults)
- Join the Labs for a day of Cricut fun. Participants will get a chance to use Canva a digital design tool to produce a quote or decal that will then be pressed into a canvas tote bag using the Cricut and heat press.
- Sunday (8/23) at 2:00 pm | Kids: Code Your First App at Apple Carnegie Library in NW (Best for ages 10+)
- Code and create as a family with Swift Playground using iPad. Kids will experiment with code and design an app using the About Me playground.
Maryland
- Friday (8/21) at 1:00 pm | Write to Right: Social Justice Writing Workshop at Gaithersburg Library (Best for ages 9-15) ♥
- Join teen volunteers from Write to Right for this weeklong writing workshop where you’ll use creative writing as a tool towards social change.
- Friday (8/21) at 4:00 pm | Fresh Voices Open Mic at Spauldings Library in District Heights
- An open mic for poets, storytellers, and listeners, hosted by Dialect Poets of Prince George’s County. Experience the power of the spoken and written word as renowned poet Patrick Washington curates a space for expression.
- Friday (8/21) at 6:00 pm | Teens Night Out: Summer Super Soak at Wheaton Community Recreation Center (Best for ages 12-18)
- An evening packed with water games, a slip-and-slide, music and to enjoy the summer vibes. Wear clothes you don’t mind getting wet, bring a towel and gear up for a night full of laughs and refreshing fun!
- Friday (8/21) at 6:00 pm | Teen Game Night at Waldorf West Branch Library
- Friday (8/21) & Saturday (8/22) | Community Center Teen Nights in PG County
- Friday (8/21) – Sunday (8/23) | Toby’s Dinner Theatre presents: Mean Girls in Columbia ($)
- Saturday (8/22) at 10:00 am | Youth Aviators Air Traffic Control at College Park Aviation Museum (Best for ages 13-18)
- Participants will learn the phonetic alphabet and real radio lingo, explore essential procedures and protocols, and gain insights from industry professionals who keep our skies safe.
- Saturday (8/22) at 10:30 am | You Are the Sun – Creative Writing Workshop at South Bowie Branch Library ♥
- Through guided writing exercises and conversation, participants will consider the qualities they value within themselves as well as the ways they are seen by the people who know and care for them. Together, you’ll use writing to celebrate the parts of yourselves that deserve to be recognized, nurtured, and loved.
- Saturday (8/22) at 1:00 pm | Think Like a Perfect Scorer: SAT Reading and Math at Quince Orchard Library in Gaithersburg
- Practice SAT reading and math with Grace Shao and Mason Boucher. Learn strategies for science passages, solve algebra and advanced math problems, and build a study plan.
- Saturday (8/22) at 1:00 pm | Mindfulness and Mental Resilience for Teens at Germantown Library
- Learn practical tools to build emotional balance, confidence, and resilience—skills that support both academic success and overall well-being.
- Sunday (8/23) at 1:00 pm | Hands-On History: Suncatchers and Decorative Art at Agricultural History Farm Park in Derwood ($) (Best for ages 10-14) ♥
- Students will learn about the people in the past who used decorative art to symbolize specific aspects of their heritage and culture. Through guided activities, students will create their own suncatchers while learning about the important role of decorative art in different heritages and cultures.
Northern Virginia
- Friday (8/21) at 1:00 pm | Summer at The Rec at Arlington Mill Community Center
- Learn new skills at our weekly DJ and Music Production classes, game with friends in our state of the art esports lounge, get some energy out in the gym, or enjoy a space just to chill and be yourself.
- Friday (8/21) at 2:30 pm | Brick and Chill: Teen LEGO Hangout at Glencarlyn Library in Arlington (Best for grades 6-12)
- Saturday (8/22) at 10:00 am | Nature Kayaking at Lake Fairfax ($) (Best for ages 12+)
- Paddle with a naturalist to learn about the flora and fauna that call the lake their home. Find out what’s growing along the lake’s edge, who likes to wade in the water and what might be swimming underneath you. Single kayaks and all equipment provided.
- Saturday (8/22) at 2:00 pm | Teen Volunteer Corps at Central Library in Arlington (Best for grades 7-12)
- Learn more about how volunteering at the library works and get started working on different volunteer tasks!
- Saturday (8/22) at 2:30 pm | Kids: Code Your First App at Apple Tysons Corner (Best for ages 10+)
- Code and create as a family with Swift Playground using iPad. Kids will experiment with code and design an app using the About Me playground.
- Sunday (8/23) at 2:30 pm | Kids: Code Your First App at Apple Reston (Best for ages 10+)
- Code and create as a family with Swift Playground using iPad. Kids will experiment with code and design an app using the About Me playground.
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