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Carlyle House Family Fun Day-Poetry Palooza

A book of poems open to a poem with some red roses laying on the left side of the page
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Read and craft with your friends on the Carlyle House Magnolia Terrace for Family Fun Day on the first Saturday of the month from April-November! From 12-3, you can sit in on story time that starts at the top of the hour and participate in crafts and other activities that relate to the theme of the month. This program is for all ages, though some of the crafts might be challenging for guests under 4. There is no fee to join this program, but donations are encouraged.

2025 Dates (first Saturday of the month from April – November):

April 5 – Poetry Palooza

May 3 – Garden Gathering

June 7 – Best Friends Bash

July 5 – July 4th Jamboree

August 2 – Pet Fête  

September 6 – Read-a-Book Revel

October 4 – Pumpkin Party

November 1 – Dia de los Muertos

Summer Camp registration is now open!

Due to high demand, spots fill fast! To save time during registration, create a user account and complete the camper information prep questions in advance. Visit the 'Registration' tab on each camp's webpage for details.

Ice & Lights' Daytime Ice Skating

Enjoy gliding on the ice at Cameron Run Regional Park, just minutes from Old Town Alexandria! Open weekends and holidays, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., through February 23, including Presidents' Day! Tickets are only available for purchase online.