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eBook Clinic

Learn about library eBooks and eAudiobooks, as well as how to access them on your compatible device! Call for an appointment during library open hours; please bring your charged device and associated...
Date:
Saturday, August 9, 2025
Time:
All Day Event
Branch/Location:
John Marshall Library
Categories:
Make/Create > Technology
Audience:
  Adults   Older Adults 

English Conversation Group

Want to practice your growing English language skills? Come for our free Saturday morning conversation group to practice your English with other intermediate speakers and our volunteers! There's no...
Date:
Saturday, August 9, 2025
Time:
10:00am - 11:00am
Branch/Location:
Richard Byrd Conference Room, Richard Byrd Meeting Room 1, Richard Byrd Library
Categories:
Learning English
Audience:
  Adults   Older Adults   English Language Learners 

One-on-One English Conversation Session

Meet with a volunteer at Kings Park Library to practice your English. Basic English language skills are preferable. Adults. Registration limit is once a week. Please note that sessions may be held...
Date:
Saturday, August 9, 2025
Time:
10:00am - 11:00am
Branch/Location:
Kings Park Library
Categories:
Learning English
Audience:
  English Language Learners 

Teen Volunteering Hour

It takes a lot of work to keep a library running - do your part & give back by volunteering at your local public library... and earn service hours along the way! Tasks will vary depending on the needs...
Date:
Saturday, August 9, 2025
Time:
10:00am - 11:00am
Branch/Location:
Thomas Jefferson Group Study Room, Thomas Jefferson Library
Categories:
Workshop/Tutorial
Audience:
  Teens 

Quilting 101!

Have you ever wanted to learn how to quilt? Join us to learn basic terms and techniques with simple projects. No registration necessary but space is limited. Ages 13 and up.
Date:
Saturday, August 9, 2025
Time:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Branch/Location:
PO DIY, Pohick Regional Library
Categories:
Make/Create > Arts & Crafts
Audience:
  Adults   Teens   Older Adults 

Neighborhood Plant Clinic

Calling all home gardeners! Drop in for horticultural tips, information, techniques, and advice from the Fairfax County Master Gardeners. This program is open to all ages.
Date:
Saturday, August 9, 2025
Time:
10:00am - 1:00pm
Branch/Location:
City of Fairfax Lobby, City of Fairfax Regional Library
Categories:
Home & Garden
Audience:
  Adults   General Interest 

Plant Clinic

Calling all home gardeners! Drop-in for horticultural tips, information, techniques and advice from the Fairfax County Master Gardeners. Adults.
Date:
Saturday, August 9, 2025
Time:
10:00am - 1:00pm
Branch/Location:
Kings Park Library
Categories:
Home & Garden
Audience:
  Adults   Older Adults 

Plant Clinic

Do you have questions about plants or gardening ? Come to the Lorton Library for tips and information from the Fairfax County Master Gardeners. Bring your questions, gardening issues, and plant...
Date:
Saturday, August 9, 2025
Time:
10:00am - 1:00pm
Branch/Location:
Lorton Library
Categories:
Home & Garden
Audience:
  Adults   Older Adults 

Friends of the Centreville Library Book Sale

Stop by the Friends of the Centreville Regional Library's Back to School book sale on Friday, August 8, 1;00pm to 5:00 pm; Saturday, August 9, 10:00am to 5:00pm; and Sunday, August 10, 1:00pm to...
Date:
Saturday, August 9, 2025
Time:
10:00am - 5:00pm
Branch/Location:
Centreville Regional Library
Categories:
Book Sale
Audience:
  General Interest 

Spanish Conversation Group

Practice your Spanish language conversation skills with a native speaker. Basic knowledge of Spanish is required. Registration not required. Adults.
Date:
Saturday, August 9, 2025
Time:
10:15am - 11:15am
Branch/Location:
Kings Park Conference Room, Kings Park Library
Categories:
Languages other than English
Audience:
  Adults   Older Adults 

*CANCELLED* Baby Storytime - Dinosaur Theme

*THIS PROGRAM HAS BEEN CANCELLED* Stories, songs, and rhymes for ages 0-18 months with an adult. Register for a reminder, walk-ins welcome.
Date:
Saturday, August 9, 2025
Time:
10:30am - 11:00am
Branch/Location:
John Marshall Meeting Room 1, John Marshall Meeting Room 2, John Marshall Library
Categories:
Music & Movement Storytime
Audience:
  Babies and Toddlers 

Family 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. Space limited to 25...
Date:
Saturday, August 9, 2025
Time:
10:30am - 11:00am
Branch/Location:
Tysons-Pimmit Meeting Room 1, Tysons-Pimmit Meeting Room 2, Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library
Categories:
Storytime
Audience:
  Preschoolers   Babies and Toddlers 

Saturday Stories

Join us in the children's area for a storytime designed for families with children ages birth to five. No registration required.
Date:
Saturday, August 9, 2025
Time:
10:30am - 11:00am
Branch/Location:
Richard Byrd Library
Categories:
Storytime
Audience:
  Preschoolers   Babies and Toddlers 

Violin Concert - Storytime and Craft

Students from the Allen and Price Violin Studios will present a concert of popular movie favorites combined with a reading of The Paper Bag Princess, by Robert Munsch. Come dressed in your favorite...
Date:
Saturday, August 9, 2025
Time:
10:30am - 11:15am
Branch/Location:
City of Fairfax Meeting Room 101A, City of Fairfax Meeting Room 101B, City of Fairfax Regional Library
Categories:
Music & Movement
Audience:
  School Age Children 

Ms. Marta's Puppet Petting Zoo

Octopuses are red, peacocks are blue, Come check out the puppets in our zoo! Learn about the animals of our world & visit with some of your favorite Storytime puppets! No registration necessary....
Date:
Saturday, August 9, 2025
Time:
10:30am - 11:30am
Branch/Location:
Dolley Madison Meeting Room 2, Dolley Madison Library
Categories:
Storytime Summer Reading Adventure
Audience:
  School Age Children   Preschoolers   Babies and Toddlers 

Own Your Space: Self-Defense for Confidence and Safety

It isn't just about fighting—it's about owning your space and standing strong. In this series, you will learn how to spot red flags, use your voice and body to stay safe, and practice real...
Date:
Saturday, August 9, 2025
Time:
10:30am - 11:30am
Branch/Location:
Kings Park Meeting Room, Kings Park Library
Categories:
Workshop/Tutorial
Audience:
Register! - 4 seats left

Playdate Cafe

Kids can play with fun toys and each other while adults have an opportunity to socialize with other adults. Ages 0 - 5 with adult.
Date:
Saturday, August 9, 2025
Time:
10:30am - 11:30am
Branch/Location:
Pohick Meeting Room 1, Pohick Meeting Room 2, Pohick Regional Library
Categories:
Storytime
Audience:
  Preschoolers   Babies and Toddlers 

Saturday Storytime

A weekend storytime for all ages! Children and their caregivers participate in music, movement, storytelling, and play in this program that promotes early literacy skills. Registration encouraged,...
Date:
Saturday, August 9, 2025
Time:
10:30am - 11:30am
Branch/Location:
Great Falls Meeting Room, Great Falls Library
Categories:
Storytime
Audience:
  Preschoolers 
Register! - 49 seats left

Master Gardener Plant Clinic

Experts answer your gardening questions on Saturday mornings. Adults.
Date:
Saturday, August 9, 2025
Time:
10:30am - 1:30pm
Branch/Location:
Chantilly Lobby, Chantilly Regional Library
Categories:
Presentation/Performance
Audience:
  Adults 

Pop-up Storytime

Come enjoy a Saturday morning at the library! Join Reston Youth Services staff for stories and songs!
Date:
Saturday, August 9, 2025
Time:
11:00am - 11:30am
Branch/Location:
Reston Children's Department, Reston Regional Library
Categories:
Storytime
Audience:
  School Age Children   Preschoolers   Babies and Toddlers 

Sing Books with Miss Emily

Books come to life and kids start to dance when Miss Emily comes to visit! She's classically trained and eminently entertaining. Miss Emily's book-based, musical programs are fun for all ages. No...
Date:
Saturday, August 9, 2025
Time:
11:00am - 11:30am
Branch/Location:
George Mason Meeting Room, George Mason Regional Library
Categories:
Music & Movement Storytime
Audience:
  General Interest 

Canceled - Book Club for English Language Learners

**Book Club for English Language Learners will not meet in August. It will resume in September.** Practice your English reading skills with our volunteers! There's no registration, just drop in. A...
Date:
Saturday, August 9, 2025
Time:
11:00am - 11:45am
Branch/Location:
Richard Byrd Conference Room, Richard Byrd Meeting Room 1, Richard Byrd Library
Categories:
Learning English
Audience:
  Adults   Older Adults   English Language Learners 

English for Beginners

English language conversation with a focus on basic vocabulary and everyday phrases. Small group setting; students with limited English language experience are welcome. Adults.
Date:
Saturday, August 9, 2025
Time:
11:00am - 12:00pm
Branch/Location:
Tysons-Pimmit Conference Room, Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library
Categories:
Learning English
Audience:
  Adults   Older Adults   English Language Learners 

One-on-One English Conversation Session

Meet with a volunteer at Kings Park Library to practice your English. Basic English language skills are preferable. Adults. Registration limit is once a week. Please note that sessions may be held...
Date:
Saturday, August 9, 2025
Time:
11:00am - 12:00pm
Branch/Location:
Kings Park Library
Categories:
Learning English
Audience:
  English Language Learners 

One-on-One English Practice

Practice your English one-on-one with a volunteer tutor. Basic English skills are required. Adults. Please sign up for only one session per week.
Date:
Saturday, August 9, 2025
Time:
11:00am - 12:00pm
Branch/Location:
Chantilly Regional Library
Categories:
Learning English
Audience:
  English Language Learners 

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