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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, July 19, 2025
Time:
All Day Event
Branch/Location:
John Marshall Library
Categories:
Make/Create > Technology
Audience:
  Adults   Older Adults 

The Soil that Feeds Us Diorama Contest

Join our effort to raise awareness and take some time to read a book or view a documentary about soil, best farm practices, composting or the living creatures that rely on our soil for habitat....
Date:
Saturday, July 19, 2025
Time:
All Day Event
Branch/Location:
Burke Centre Library
Categories:
Make/Create > Arts & Crafts
Audience:
  Teens   School Age Children   Preschoolers   General Interest 

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, July 19, 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, July 19, 2025
Time:
10:00am - 11:00am
Branch/Location:
Kings Park Library
Categories:
Learning English
Audience:
  English Language Learners 

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, July 19, 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, July 19, 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

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, July 19, 2025
Time:
10:00am - 1:00pm
Branch/Location:
Lorton Library
Categories:
Home & Garden
Audience:
  Adults   Older Adults 

Plant Clinic

Calling all home gardeners! Drop-in for horticultural tips, information, techniques and advice from the Fairfax County Master Gardeners. Adults.
Date:
Saturday, July 19, 2025
Time:
10:00am - 1:00pm
Branch/Location:
Kings Park Library
Categories:
Home & Garden
Audience:
  Adults   Older Adults 

CANCELLED 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, July 19, 2025
Time:
10:15am - 11:15am
Branch/Location:
Kings Park Library
Categories:
Languages other than English
Audience:
  Adults   Older Adults 

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, July 19, 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 

Family Storytime

Join us for stories, songs, and movement! All ages with caregiver. Registration required.
Date:
Saturday, July 19, 2025
Time:
10:30am - 11:00am
Branch/Location:
Lorton Meeting Room, Lorton Library
Categories:
Storytime
Audience:
  School Age Children   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, July 19, 2025
Time:
10:30am - 11:00am
Branch/Location:
Richard Byrd Library
Categories:
Storytime
Audience:
  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, July 19, 2025
Time:
10:30am - 11:30am
Branch/Location:
Kings Park Meeting Room, Kings Park Library
Categories:
Workshop/Tutorial
Audience:

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, July 19, 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 

Tiny Terrariums @ Thomas Jefferson Library

PLANT THERAPY THIS SUMMER Relax, unwind, and engage with nature. Create your own tiny terrariums with succulents in a glass jar. All supplies will be provided. We will also offer terrarium care tips....
Date:
Saturday, July 19, 2025
Time:
10:30am - 11:30am
Branch/Location:
Thomas Jefferson Meeting Room 1, Thomas Jefferson Meeting Room 2, Thomas Jefferson Library
Categories:
Home & Garden Make/Create > Arts & Crafts
Audience:
  Adults 

Meet and Greet with FCPL Supportive Services Coordinator

Stop by Centreville Regional Library to meet Fairfax County Supporting Services Coordinator and learn how to navigate community and government resources: Housing and emergency shelters Food and...
Date:
Saturday, July 19, 2025
Time:
10:30am - 12:30pm
Branch/Location:
Centreville Lobby, Centreville Regional Library
Categories:
Health & Wellness Supportive Services
Audience:

Master Gardener Plant Clinic

Experts answer your gardening questions on Saturday mornings. Adults.
Date:
Saturday, July 19, 2025
Time:
10:30am - 1:30pm
Branch/Location:
Chantilly Lobby, Chantilly Regional Library
Categories:
Presentation/Performance
Audience:
  Adults 

Book Club for English Language Learners

Practice your English reading skills with our volunteers! There's no registration, just drop in. A limited number of books are available. This program is for adults only. If you have questions about...
Date:
Saturday, July 19, 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 

CANCELLED-One-on-One English Practice

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED.
Date:
Saturday, July 19, 2025
Time:
11:00am - 12:00pm
Branch/Location:
Chantilly Regional Library
Categories:
Learning English
Audience:
  English Language Learners 

Didgeridoo Down Under

The Didgeridoo Show is an energetic fusion of Australian music, culture, puppetry, comedy, character building, storytelling and audience participation. You’ll learn about Aussie culture, animals,...
Date:
Saturday, July 19, 2025
Time:
11:00am - 12:00pm
Branch/Location:
City of Fairfax Meeting Room 101A, City of Fairfax Meeting Room 101B, City of Fairfax Regional Library
Categories:
STEAM Summer Reading Adventure
Audience:
  School Age Children 

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, July 19, 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 

Libby App Training

Need help getting started with the Libby App? Learn how to download eBooks, eAudiobooks and eMagazines through Libby, a FREE library reading app. No experience necessary. Bring your smartphone,...
Date:
Saturday, July 19, 2025
Time:
11:00am - 12:00pm
Branch/Location:
Sherwood Regional Library
Categories:
Workshop/Tutorial
Audience:
  Adults   Older Adults 
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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, July 19, 2025
Time:
11:00am - 12:00pm
Branch/Location:
Kings Park Library
Categories:
Learning English
Audience:
  English Language Learners 

Read to the Dog

Come in person to the library on the morning of the event to register for a 15 minute slot to read to a trained therapy dog. Registration begins at 10 a.m. and slots fill up quickly. First come,...
Date:
Saturday, July 19, 2025
Time:
11:00am - 12:00pm
Branch/Location:
Kingstowne Meeting Room, Kingstowne Library
Categories:
Read to the Dog
Audience:
  School Age Children 

Technology help for beginners

We now use computers to do everything! Are you having trouble navigating a new laptop, installing smartphone apps, or figuring out how to send email attachments? Then stop by for basic technolgy help...
Date:
Saturday, July 19, 2025
Time:
11:00am - 1:00pm
Branch/Location:
Richard Byrd Group Study Room, Richard Byrd Library
Categories:
Make/Create > Technology
Audience:
  Adults   Older Adults 

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