Learn about the Anacostia River’s history, wildlife, environmental threats it faces, and solutions helping it realize its full potential in this guided boat tour led by the Anacostia Riverkeeper.

Join the DC Department of Parks for a series of pop-up jazz performances at scenic open spaces all over the District.

Explore and experiment with different art types, techniques and artist styles.

Make Art Sunday is your excuse to slow down, get creative, and connect with good people over even better coffee. Bring yourself, bring a friend, and come ready to create. No experience is needed. Register and show up. Projects are simple and vary.

Join us as we celebrate the return of the school year with our 2nd Annual Back to School Bash with music, school supplies, moon bounces, petting zoo, face painting and family fun! To receive school supplies, the student must be present!

Get ready for The Experience Band & Show, a powerhouse ensemble from Washington DC's eclectic music scene. This free concert, presented by Pacifico Beer.

Back To School: Bright, light, or glow attire encouraged. Enjoy glow carnival games and a family dance. (ALL AGES)

Join the DC Department of Parks for a series of pop-up jazz performances at scenic open spaces all over the District.

Learn the basics of making a quilt. Great fun for the whole family.

This family‑friendly event brings together students, parents, community organizations, and local businesses to support DC residents as we gear up for a successful school year.

GRAB YOUR BLANKETS OR CHAIRS AND JOIN US FOR AN EXCITING MOVIE PULLING UP TO AN OUTDOOR DISTRICT SPACE NEAR YOU! 

Join the DC Department of Parks for a series of pop-up jazz performances at scenic open spaces all over the District.

Celebrate Discover Summer with a twist of creativity. Design, construct, and bring original characters to life using a diverse mix of art materials.

Use your library card to gain free access to the National Building Museum’s indoor Playground. Playgrounds are part of our universal memory—a shared space of delight and discovery that transcends age, location, and time. By bringing typically public infrastructure indoors, THE PLAYGROUND creates an awe‑inspiring, nontraditional environment centered on the mental and physical benefits of play.

Join us for our Summer 2026 series of Intermediate Level American Sign Language (ASL) classes on Zoom!

Three Sundays of free community fun-Play in the Park, Open Skate, and Movie/Gaming-at recreation centers across the city. Bring friends, bring family, and make Sunday the best day of the week!

A vibrant, Afrikan-centered wellness experience for all ages! Enjoy interactive health booths, free health screenings, cooking demos, healing sessions , group fitness classes (yoga, dance, Capoeira), games, obstacle courses, and more. Plus, featured sessions on teen stress management, self-care, and safety awareness.

Join us on Saturday afternoons for crafternoons! Bring a project or come and make at our classroom table! We will have various art supplies available for you to come and craft in our space!

Nzinga’s gentle guidance creates a welcoming space for all levels, blending physical alignment with spiritual awareness for holistic well-being.

Yogalates is a feel good, low impact workout that combines the mindfulness of yoga with the emphasis of core strength from Pilates.

Join us on Saturday, August 8 for National Zoo Elephant Day, a celebration of Asian elephants and the Smithsonian’s long-standing commitment to their care and conservation. Your favorite DC librarians will host special storytimes, give away DC library swag, and share some amazing titles for you to check out.  Make sure you stop by to meet the zoo's new baby elephant, Linh Mai!

Night on the Red Carpet: Casual or formal attire. Highlights are karaoke battles, lip-sync contests, red carpet photo ops, and dance challenges. (TEENS)

Looking for a relaxing and creative way to spend your time? Whether you're a seasoned stitcher or just getting started, our Stitching Group is the perfect place to connect, create, and unwind.

Learn tools to Reclaim Your Calm - mind, body, & soul. Guided by Artis Marie of The BOUNDLESS Life, this is a loving, trauma-informed meditation dedicated to heart-led inner dialogue (rather than hamster wheel thinking), with sound healing, breathwork, spoken words, & musical instrumentation, along with shamanic journeying or hypnotherapy, somatic, & visual journaling.

GRAB YOUR BLANKETS OR CHAIRS AND JOIN US FOR AN EXCITING MOVIE PULLING UP TO AN OUTDOOR DISTRICT SPACE NEAR YOU!

Join the DC Department of Parks for a series of pop-up jazz performances at scenic open spaces all over the District.

Join us for our "Chill Vibes in the Park“ event for a relaxed outdoor (Adults Only) gathering in the park, where people can enjoy R&B music, food, and company in a laid-back atmosphere.

A community cooldown in which attendees are encouraged to wear colors that represent their school or social organization.