Spring Break at the Arlington Public Library<\/a>! Join us for a week of fun free programs and activities for all ages from March 16-20, 2026.<\/p>\nMonday, March 16<\/h3>\n
Family Storytime
<\/strong> 10:30 \u2013 11:15 a.m. | Ron Wright Lake Arlington Library
\nJoin our fabulous library staff as we explore stories, rhymes, songs, and more.
\nThis program is for ages 2\u20134.<\/p>\nFossil Discovery<\/strong>
\n1:30 \u2013 2:30 p.m. | Downtown Library
\nDig into a special prehistoric STEAM adventure! Kids will learn about paleontology and archaeology while exploring fossils and dinosaur bones.
\nThis program is for ages 5 and up.<\/p>\nFamily Craft Night: St. Patrick\u2019s Day
<\/strong> 4:30 \u2013 6 p.m. | Southeast Library
\nGather the family for a fun night of DIY crafts! Free supplies will be provided for themed activities celebrating spring, creativity, and collaboration.
\nDrop in anytime during the program.
\nThis program is for ages ages 5+.<\/p>\nTuesday, March 17<\/h3>\n
Read & Play\u00a0
<\/strong> 10 \u2013 11:30 a.m. | Downtown Library
\nRead and explore activity stations and play materials alongside your child.
\nDrop in anytime during the program.
\nThis program is for ages 1\u20135.<\/p>\nAmerican Girl Tea Party\u00a0<\/strong>
\n2 \u2013 3:30 p.m. | Ron Wright Lake Arlington Library
\nDo you love the American Girl book series? Celebrate the United States\u2019 250th birthday with a fun American Girl tea party! Enjoy snacks, chat about the books, and create crafts inspired by different time periods from the series.
\nFeel free to bring your American Girl doll (optional).
\nThis program is for ages 5\u201310.<\/p>\nSpy Academy<\/strong>
\n4:30 \u2013 5:30 p.m. | Southeast Library
\nThink you have what it takes to be a top-level spy? Put your skills to the test with brainteasers, DIY spy gear, and clue-solving challenges.
\nThis program is for ages 7 and up.<\/p>\nWednesday, March 18<\/h3>\n
Family Storytime<\/strong>
\n10:30 \u2013 11:15 a.m. | Woodland West Library
\nCelebrate St. Patrick\u2019s Day and Irish Heritage Month with themed stories and songs.
\nThis program is for ages 2\u20134.<\/p>\nBook Character Mini Golf\u00a0<\/strong>
\n2 \u2013 3:30 p.m. | Southwest Library
\nYoung readers and golfers, join us for 10 book-themed mini golf holes designed for fun and adventure!
\nThis program is for ages 3\u20138.<\/p>\nBatman Meetup\u00a0<\/strong>
\n5:30 \u2013 6:30 p.m. | Downtown Library Teen Area
\nAre you a Batman fan? Create your own Batman character, help build Gotham City, join trivia, and debate all things, Batman. Try not to get too batty!
\nCosplay encouraged.
\nFor teens ages 13\u201317 only.<\/p>\nMovie Nights @ the Levitt \u2013 Encanto Sing-Along<\/strong>
\n6:30 \u2013 9:30 p.m. | Levitt Pavilion
\nMovie nights are back! Join us for a special\u00a0Encanto<\/em>\u00a0sing-along with family and friends. The movie begins at 7:30 p.m. but come early to grab a spot and enjoy the vendor market. Food trucks will be onsite.
\nFree and open to all ages.<\/p>\nThursday, March 19<\/h3>\n
Music \u2019n Motion Storytime<\/strong>
\n10:30 \u2013 11:15 a.m. | Southwest Library
\nLaugh, dance, listen, and sing! Enjoy an energetic storytime featuring music, rhymes, fingerplays, and movement.
\nThis program is for ages 1\u20136.<\/p>\nPaws to Read<\/strong>
\n2:30 \u2013 3:30 p.m. | Ron Wright Lake Arlington Library
\nPractice reading aloud with a canine friend! Heart of Texas Therapy Dogs partners with the Arlington Public Library to create a relaxed, friendly reading environment.
\nBring your own book or borrow one of ours. This program is for ages 5-12.<\/p>\nDoodlers Unite!
<\/strong> 4:30 \u2013 5:30 p.m. | Ron Wright Lake Arlington Library
\nLove kawaii-style doodles? Relax, listen to music, chat, and draw with different prompts each session.
\nFor teens ages 13\u201317 only.<\/p>\nMovie Nights @ the Levitt \u2013 Cars<\/strong>
\n6:30 \u2013 9:30 p.m. | Levitt Pavilion
\nJoin us for a special showing of\u00a0Cars<\/em>. The movie starts at 7:30 p.m. Arrive early for the vendor market and food trucks.
\nFree and open to all ages.<\/em><\/p>\nFriday, March 20<\/h3>\n
Little Explorers<\/strong>
\n10 \u2013 11:30 a.m. | Downtown Library
\nEnjoy a morning of play-based learning as we explore art, math, science, engineering, and fine motor skills through hands-on activities.
\nDesigned for ages 1\u20134.<\/p>\nMario Kart Tournament<\/strong>
\n1:30 \u2013 3:30 p.m. | Downtown Library Teen Area
\nGet your karts ready! Compete in a bracket-style Mario Kart 8 Deluxe tournament on the Nintendo Switch. No Switch required to participate.
\nFor teens ages 13\u201317 only.<\/p>\nBooked for the Night Concert<\/strong>
\n6 \u2013 10 p.m. | Levitt Pavilion
\nReading gets LIT at this free, family-friendly reading party! Browse a book-themed market, enjoy a silent reading hour on the lawn, then dance along with storytime, DJ Gurrl, and live music from Brad Thompson.
\nFree and open to all ages.<\/p>\n\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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