Step into a glowing world of color at Garden Glow presented by Kroger — where light and a bit of magic take over Maymont after dark. Wander through mesmerizing light [...]
Toddler Time offers the perfect opportunity for your little ones to embark on a journey of exploration, learning, and growth. Specifically designed for children aged 2 to 4 years old, [...]
Ages 9+. Registration optional. Get ready for Valentine's Day by making friendship bracelets for your pals and loved ones! This is a drop-in event for kids and adults happening between 1:30 and 4:30pm on Sunday, December 1 in the Central Library Makerspace. All materials are provided. Alternative Valentine's Day activities for kids under the age of [...]
Little Nature Explorers is a weekly outdoor program created for young children ages 3 to 5 and their caregivers. This free event takes place every Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. to [...]
Pregnancy is a season of big change—physically, emotionally, and mentally. This group offers a safe, nurturing space to prepare for parenthood with the guidance of local therapist (and mom) Hannah [...]
For teens ages 11-18. Need something to do when school's closed? Drop in all day to the Teen Space to play games, do crafts, and eat snacks! Explore helpful educational resources in our blogs for Cville families—from how to identify your child’s learning style to ways parents can support homework success to navigating college [...]
Join Hannah Barnaby, local author and bookseller, every Wednesday for an engaging storytime featuring the reading of 2–3 delightful books. CharlottesvilleFamily connects you with what matters most! From education resources [...]
Baby Buds is an open-exploration activity time for newborns, infants, and toddlers. It supports their parents and caregivers by encouraging physical growth, social-emotional development, and emerging language skills. Engage in [...]
Ages 9+. Registration Required. Show your pets some love this Valentine’s Day! Bring your favorite photo and learn how to engrave it on a pair of earrings or a keychain with the Central Library Makerspace’s Glowforge laser cutter and engraver. Materials provided—please bring 3-5 photos of your pet to use as options for engraving. [...]
On the first Saturday in February*, thousands of libraries across the world celebrate Take Your Child to the Library Day by offering free, fun, fabulous activities for families. Your local [...]
The First Saturday of Each Month – 8 AM to 10 AMJoin for Special Needs Jump Time, where everyone can enjoy jumping fun! This time is designed to ensure everyone [...]
Through hands-on activities, live demos and special shows, you can experience all things glow-in-the-dark and luminescent. This neon-lit adventure always gets glowing reviews! Below are the details of the day. [...]
Returning for 2026, Getting Word’s Black Family History Symposium will explore how Black families continue to reshape and refine America’s origin story. Held on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at the [...]
Best for ages 4-10 but all are welcome. Registration is recommended but not required. Welcome the Year of the Horse and learn about the Lunar New Year with students from Albemarle High School's National Social Studies Honors Society! Students will be on hand to teach you about various traditions around the Lunar New Year: make a [...]
Join the Frontier Culture Museum this January, February, and March for Toddler Time! Each Toddler Time at the Frontier Culture Museum will include a story time. Then, there will also [...]
Welcome the Piedmont Master Gardeners for a FREE program on starting plants from seed. Starting flowers and vegetables from seed is inexpensive and satisfying, but a lot can go wrong. [...]
The Fralin welcomes community members of all ages to celebrate the opening of our spring exhibitions! Join throughout the day for a variety of free art-making activities and refreshments.
