Virtual Library Events 11.5.2020

Fairfax County Public Library is offering virtual programs! Go to the library’s event calendar and click on “View Events By…” and select “Digital Programs.” Some programs are live or recorded and may require registration. See a listing of our virtual events by age: preschoolers, school-age children, teens, and adults.

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Virtual Preschool Programs:

Music Time with Jazzy J

This fun and interactive music program is designed to enhance the curiosity and creativity of young minds around music. Children and parents will be engaged in singing, movement activities, reading and the joy of music. Ages 4-5.

Saturday, November 21, 10:30 a.m. Register.

Saturday, December 5, 10:30 a.m. Register.

Virtual Storytime and Beyond: Looking for Bongo

Join us for storytime fun as we read, write, talk, sing and play. A kit will be made available for families to engage in the storytime. Ages 4-5.

Wednesday, December 16, 1:00 p.m. Register.

Early Literacy in Action: The Ugly Pumpkin

Join us on Facebook for a storytime that will include a gratitude pumpkin activity that preschoolers can make using materials found in your home.

Friday, November 20 at 10:30 a.m.

YouTube Storytimes

Get notified when program videos are available - subscribe to the library's YouTube channel and check out all the library's storytime videos.

YouTube Preschool on Demand Videos

Color Mixing Experiment

Discover how to use ice to mix and create colors.

Make Some Music with DIY Egg Shakers!

Use common household items to make your own DIY egg shakers!

Early Literacy Publications

The library has many resources for babies, toddlers and preschoolers that will help you use books to develop the skills children need to become fluent readers and writers.

School-Age and Teen Programs:

Animals of Fall and Winter – Video on Demand

Join Ms. Caroline from Kids Nature Shows and her animal assistants to learn about how animals survive in our neighborhoods when it gets cold. This show introduces young audiences to the concepts of hibernation, migration, and other natural science topics related to the seasons of Fall and Winter.

Premieres on YouTube Monday, November 16

An Afternoon with Russell Ginns

Meet Russell Ginns, bestselling author of the Samantha Spinner series and other children's books. Join us for an afternoon of travel, puzzle solving, and adventure! Registration is required. This event will take place virtually via Zoom. Ages 8 and up.

Monday, November 23 at 1:00 p.m. Register.

Online Activities:

Early Literacy Daily Activities

Fun daily early literacy activities for babies, toddlers and preschoolers.

Early Literacy Library Scavenger Hunt

Learn about library resources as you discover fun storytimes, books, programs and activities.

Grab-and-Go Activities and Story Walks!

Tired of looking at devices all day long? No problem! Stop by some of our branches to participate in Outdoor Story Walks or to pick up some fun activities! Supplies for kits are limited. Please call the branch to make sure kits are available.

If you complete any of the activities, take a picture and tag us @FairfaxLibrary.

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Fairfax County Public Library: Virtual Library Events