Storytimes near Fairfax County Public Library - Reston Regional Library

Reston Meeting Room 1 , Reston Meeting Room 2 , Reston Regional Library

Join an epic adventure to "unearth a story" in The Land Down Under! The Didgeridoo Down Under Show is an energetic fusion of Australian music, culture, comedy, character building, and storytelling. Participants will explore the Outback and the Great Barrier Reef, unearth Aboriginal artwork and artifacts, learn about amazing creatures like kangaroos and koalas ... and much more ... all while moving and grooving to the pulsing rhythms of the didge. Co-sponsored by the Friends of George Mason Regional Library. Invite This program is appropriate for all ages. Seats are limited. Tickets are required for admission to this program. Tickets will be given out at the children's desk half an hour before the event's start time on a first come, first served basis. Event Guidelines

Reston Meeting Room 2 , Reston Regional Library

Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with a fun, hands-on craft at Reston Regional Library! Create your own doily pattern on flour towel. All materials are provided. Adults

Reston ELL and Citizenship Center, Reston Regional Library

Join our small, in-person conversation group to practice your French conversation skills. Sessions include grammar, current events, short stories, and songs, all guided by a French teacher. Registration is much preferred, but not required. Walk-ins welcome. Adults.

Reston Meeting Room 2 , Reston Regional Library

Come discuss a fascinating mystery once a month! Meet friendly fellow mystery lovers for an exciting discussion! This meeting we will discuss "By Book or by Crook" by Eva Gates. Registration is much preferred but not required. Walk-ins welcome. See the Mystery Schedule below. Adults. SCHEDULE: Meeting Date Title Series Author 5 - 14 - 2026 The Beekeeper's Apprentice Laurie King's Sherlock Laurie R. King 6 - 11 - 2026 Murder on the Orient Express Hercule Poirot Agatha Christie 7 - 9 - 2026 By Book or by Crook Lighthouse Library Mystery Eva Gates 8 - 13 - 2026 A Monstruous Regiment of Women Laurie King's Sherlock Laurie R. King

Reston ELL and Citizenship Center, Reston Regional Library

This class helps the students to improve basic English skills. This class is held in person at Reston Regional Library. Registration is not required. Adults.

Reston Meeting Room 2 , Reston Regional Library

Enjoy books, songs, rhymes and movement activities while building language and pre-literacy skills. Ages 3-5 with adult. Registration preferred but not required.

Reston Meeting Room 1 , Reston Meeting Room 2 , Reston Regional Library

Imagine the bones and fossils of ancient dinosaurs could come back to life — what stories they might tell. Well, there’s no need to imagine any more as Rainbow Puppet Productions presents "The Really Big Dinosaur Show." Through original songs and the use of over twenty giant puppets, the time of the dinosaurs appears at the library. Co-sponsored by the Friends of George Mason Regional Library. Invite This program is appropriate for preschoolers ages 3-5. Seats are limited. Tickets are required for admission to this program. Tickets will be given out at the children's desk half an hour before the event's start time on a first come, first served basis. Event Guidelines

Reston Teen Space, Reston Regional Library

Join Emily for singing storytime with illustrated songs! All ages.

Reston Meeting Room 2 , Reston Regional Library

Come join us for a fun, beginner-friendly origami lesson! This hour-long session we will learn to fold an ORIGAMI BALD EAGLE. This is an hour-long session and all paper and crafting materials are provided by us. Registration is required. Teens and Adults.

Reston Meeting Room 1 , Reston Meeting Room 2 , Reston Regional Library

Bring your Pokémon cards to meet, compete, and trade with other collectors your age! Trivia, prizes, coloring, and more! Ages 7-12. PARENTS/GUARDIANS: Individual card trades will not be monitored. Please do not allow your child to bring cards that you are not comfortable with them trading. Thank you.

Reston ELL and Citizenship Center, Reston Regional Library

This class helps the students who are taking their first steps in learning English. This level provides a basic introduction to the language, vocabulary and grammar and is held in person at Reston Regional Library. Registration is much preferred, but not required. Walk-ins welcome. Adults.

Reston Meeting Room 1 , Reston Meeting Room 2 , Reston Regional Library

The ancient Chinese practices of Tai Chi combine slow, deliberate movements, meditation, and breathing exercises, embracing the mind, body and spirit. Originating in ancient China, Tai Chi is one of the most effective exercises for the health of both mind and body. This class is held in person. Registration is much preferred, but not required. Walk-ins welcome. Adults.

Reston Large Print Area, Reston Regional Library

This class helps the students to improve basic English skills. This class is held in person at Reston Regional Library. Registration is required. If you are unable to attend, please call the library at 703-689-2700 to cancel. Adults.

Reston ELL and Citizenship Center, Reston Regional Library

Do you enjoy learning English grammar? In this section you can practice grammar, learn useful sentences, and improve your speaking through fun conversations. Build your confidence by joining discussions and practicing with classmates in a friendly and fun environment. Adults

Reston Large Print Area, Reston Regional Library

This class helps the students to improve basic English skills. This class is held in person at Reston Regional Library. Registration is required. If you are unable to attend, please call the library at 703-689-2700 to cancel. Adults.

Reston Regional Library

Do you need help with technology? Our volunteers can answer questions and help with basic troubleshooting, such as setting up email accounts, creating a word document etc. One-hour sessions are available. Please come into the library or call 703-689-2700 and select Option 4 to register. Adults.

Reston Meeting Room 2 , Reston Regional Library

Read to a therapy dog. Bring your own book or choose one from the library. Call or signup for a 15-minute session. Age 5-11. Registration required.

Reston Meeting Room 2 , Reston Regional Library

Read to a therapy dog. Bring your own book or choose one from the library. Call or signup for a 15-minute session. Age 5-11. Registration required.

Reston Meeting Room 2 , Reston Regional Library

Read to a therapy dog. Bring your own book or choose one from the library. Call or signup for a 15-minute session. Age 5-11. Registration required.

Reston Meeting Room 2 , Reston Regional Library

Read to a therapy dog. Bring your own book or choose one from the library. Call or signup for a 15-minute session. Age 5-11. Registration required.

Reston Regional Library

Ancient creatures from the Mesozoic Era (252-66 million years ago) are stomping around Reston Regional Library! Locate 10 skeletons in the Children's Section throughout the month of July for a prize. Ages 0-13, with an adult.

Reston Regional Library

This class helps students improve spelling, grammar, vocabulary and writing skills. This class is held in person at Reston Regional Library. Please sign up online or call 703-689-2700 and select Option 4 to register or to cancel. Registration is required. Adults.

Reston Meeting Room 1 , Reston Regional Library

Come join Reston Youth Services staff for an afternoon of stories, rhymes, songs, and fun! Ages 0-18 months with an adult.

Reston Children's Department, Reston Regional Library

Estan listos por un cuento? Ven a la biblioteca y disfrutan cuentos y canciones y juegos en español! Este programa es por los niños de dos a sies anos. Niños deben estar accompanados por una adulta. No es necesario registrarse. Este programa se llava a cabo en colaboración con Sprouting Owls Daycare. Are you ready for a story? Come to the library and enjoy stories and songs and games in Spanish! This program is for children ages 2 to 6. Children must be accompanied by an adult. No registration required! This program is performed in partnership with Sprouting Owls Daycare.

Reston Meeting Room 2 , Reston Regional Library

Have extra plants or seeds from your summer garden? Bring them to Reston Regional Library and swap with fellow gardeners.

Reston ELL and Citizenship Center, Reston Regional Library

This class helps the students to improve basic English skills. This class is held in person at Reston Regional Library. Registration is not required. Adults.

Reston Children's Department, Reston Regional Library

Come enjoy a Saturday morning at the library! Join Reston Youth Services staff for stories and songs! All ages welcome; children must be accompanied by an adult.

Reston Meeting Room 1 , Reston Meeting Room 2 , Reston Regional Library

Are you a beginning chess player? Do you want to improve your chess skills? Join the Reston Regional Library's Chess Club, where you'll learn chess strategies and even be paired with people of similar skill levels for mini-tournaments. Ages 6-12. Registration is required.

Reston Camcorder Conversion Station, Reston Photo Scanning Station, Reston VHS Conversion Station, Reston z3.5" Disk Conversion Station, Reston zAudio Cassette Conversion Station, Reston Regional Library

Learn how to digitize your own materials such as VHS tapes, audiocassettes, 3.5" Floppy disks, and photographic prints, negatives and slides. Adults. Preregister.

Reston ELL and Citizenship Center, Reston Regional Library

This class helps the students who are taking their first steps in learning English. This level provides a basic introduction to the language, vocabulary and grammar and is held in person at Reston Regional Library. Registration is much preferred, but not required. Walk-ins welcome. Adults.