Weekender Newsletter

Friday, April 24 - Sunday, April 26

Earth Day Fairfax

Saturday, April 25, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Our annual Earth Day Fairfax festival returns to Lake Fairfax Park in Reston. Make a positive impact on the planet and enjoy interactive activities and games, earth-friendly vendors, nature exhibits, food trucks, giveaways and live music.

Weekend-Long Events

Library Book Sales Friday - Sunday, Times Vary Shop from thousands of gently used books, CDs and DVDs at our Reston Regional, George Mason Regional and Great Falls Libraries. Sales support library programs.

Friday, April 24 Events

Vaccine and Microchip Clinic (9 - 11 a.m.) Visit Animal Services' Lorton Campus for low‑cost pet vaccinations and microchipping without the added expense of a veterinary exam. Please bring your pet's vaccination records if you have them. All clinics are first‑come, first‑served and are cash only.

Library Playdate at Herndon Library (10:30 - 11:30 a.m.)

Join us for a playdate at Herndon Fortnightly Library. Children up to age 5 can play with toys and meet new friends, while caregivers socialize, too.

The Writing Room: A Quiet Space for Focus and Creativity (11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.)

Come to Sherwood Regional Library in Alexandria for a peaceful 90‑minute session designed for uninterrupted creative work. We'll start with a setting of intentions and end the session with a voluntary check in. 

Infant and Me Yoga (11:15 - 11:45 a.m.)

Bond with your infant through guided movements, massage and songs at Martha Washington Library in Alexandria. This program is for infants 6 weeks old to almost crawling.

Crochet Ami (4 - 5:30 p.m.)

Learn to crochet and connect with other stitchers at Pohick Regional Library in Burke. Make granny squares, Amigurumi and more.

Campfire Fridays (7 - 8:30 p.m.)

Join us for an evening campfire at Hidden Pond Nature Center in Springfield. Explore nature through walks, interactive activities and animal presentations. End the evening with s'mores. Registration is $12. 

Saturday, April 25 Events

Drug Take Back Day (10 a.m. - 2 p.m.) Safely dispose of unused or expired medications at county police stations during Drug Take Back Day. Accepted items include pills, e-cigarettes and vaping devices with batteries removed, e-cigarette pods, prescription ointments and medications for pets.

Farmers Markets (8 a.m. - noon)

Shop from a variety of fresh produce, flowers, locally made goods and more at our Burke and Reston farmers markets. 

Drawing and Investigating Owls (9:30 - 11:55 a.m.)

Learn about owl adaptations as you draw owl feathers, eggs, talons, skulls and taxidermy mounts at Hidden Oaks Nature Center in Annandale. Go on a hike to learn about owl habitats, then dissect your own owl pellet to learn what owls eat. Registration is $27.

Historic House Walk and Talk (10 - 11:30 a.m.)

Take a stroll around the 1784 Historic House at Green Spring Gardens Park in Alexandria to learn about its architecture and landscape. Step inside the house to hear compelling stories of public service, trailblazing women, espionage, civil rights, enslavement and freedom. Registration is $20.

Tales of Our Trails (10 a.m. - noon)

Hike the Potomac Heritage Trail and engage in activities such as archery and exploration to learn about the cultural history of Riverbend Park in Great Falls. Registration is $14.

Grit and Grain - African American Millers (11 a.m. - noon)

African Americans' labor, experience and knowledge were crucial to 19th-century grist milling. Explore the historic Colvin Run Mill in Great Falls as you discuss the contributions of African American millers in Fairfax County. Registration is $10.

Sensory Day (1 - 4 p.m.)

Challenge your senses at the Old Firehouse in McLean. In support of Autism Awareness Month, this free event offers sensory exploration through taste, smell, sound, sight and touch. 

Irish Music Performance with Thomas, Thomas, Egan and Finch (2 - 3:30 p.m.)

Join us for a fun musical performance at City of Fairfax Regional Library. Listen to traditional Celtic dance music including jigs, reels, hornpipes and slip jigs.

Poetry and Our National Parks (2:30 - 4 p.m.)

Write about a time you visited a beautiful landscape or imagine a place you would like to visit one day at Lorton Library. We'll offer a collection of nature and travel books to inspire you or bring your own photographs to use as your muse.

Holi at Mosaic (5 - 7 p.m.)

Celebrate Holi, the Festival of Colors, at Mosaic. Enjoy authentic Indian flavors, music, dancing, cocktails and festivities.

Sunday, April 26 Events

Run the Mill - Make Cornmeal (11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.) Explore Colvin Run Mill in Great Falls as you learn about the milling process from beginning to end. Learn how we clean, mill and sift grains using antique equipment. Take home a souvenir sample bag of what's milled in class. Registration is $12.

Tysons-Pimmit Walk-in Tech Help Desk (10 - 11:30 a.m.)

Do you need tech help? Visit our Tech Help Desk at Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library to get help with your smartphone, eReader, the internet, Microsoft Office Suite and more. 

The Euphorigen Investigation Escape Room (10:30 a.m. - noon)

Work as a team to solve puzzles at the City of Fairfax Regional Library. In this escape room, the government wants to put a brain-boosting supplement called Euphorigen into the water supply, and it's up to you to identify AI, deepfakes and deceptive media to spread the word.

Creative Writing Group (1 - 2 p.m.)

Join us at Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library for a welcoming space where writers of all experience levels can share their work, receive constructive feedback and grow their skills. We’ll spark creativity with writing prompts and leave time to workshop pieces.
 
Family Bingo Afternoon (2 - 3 p.m.)

Play fun bingo games at Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library for a chance to win your choice of books and prizes. This program is for children of all ages and their families.