Dabke Dance Performance (2 - 3 p.m.)
Join us for an engaging Dabke dance performance at Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library by the American Palestinian Women Association and Faris Al Leil Dabke group. The vibrant folk dance originated in the Levant and dates back thousands of years. "Dabke" means “stamping of the feet,” reflecting the dance’s energetic rhythm and synchronized footwork.
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The Sun - Our Neighborhood Star (9 - 10 a.m.)
Learn what makes the sun shine, its life cycle and how it compares to other stars at Turner Farm Park in Great Falls. Discuss the sun's features and how to view it safely, accompanied by an observing session with solar telescopes. Registration is $10.
Meditation in the Gardens (9 - 11 a.m.)
Explore how nature, metaphor and deep listening can enhance connection with yourself, others and the world at Green Spring Gardens Park in Alexandria. This immersive class combines guided reflection, emotional awareness practices and tools for mindful communication and ends with a sound bathing experience. Registration is $24.
Historic Huntley House Tour (10:30 a.m. and noon)
Explore the vistas, voices and stories of Historic Huntley in Alexandria. The tour includes the unfurnished late Federal-style 1825 villa, farm outbuildings, stories from the Huntley community and a view of Hybla Valley. Registration is $8.
Colonial Day Open House (10:30 a.m. - noon)
Step back in time and learn about life in colonial Virginia at City of Fairfax Regional Library. Dress in period costumes, practice signing your own "John Hancock," play old-fashioned games and make colonial-era crafts.
Summer Reading Kickoff (10:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.)
Drop in to Kingstowne Regional Library to learn about this year's Summer Reading Adventure: Unearth the Story. Self-directed crafts and activities will be available throughout the day.
Simple Machines - Work and Play (11 a.m. - noon)
Try six machines that make work easier at Colvin Run Mill in Great Falls. Experiment with wheels and axels, levers, inclined planes, pulleys, wedges and screws for a morning of fun work. Registration is $8.
Juneteenth Celebration (noon - 4 p.m.)
Celebrate freedom and honor Black Americans with Juneteenth crafts, food and the showing of two films at Pohick Regional Library in Burke.
Bubble Science (1 - 2 p.m.)
You may have made bubbles before, but have you ever been inside one? Learn about the science of bubbles in this interactive class at Hidden Oaks Nature Center in Annandale. Registration is $10.
The Art of Mendhi (1 - 3:30 p.m.)
Step into the vibrant world of mehndi, or henna art, through a fully immersive cultural workshop at Kings Park Library in Burke. Led by a professional henna artist and educator, explore the history, botany and cultural significance of henna across South Asian, Middle Eastern and North African traditions.
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