We are looking forward to hosting another inspirational Children’s Village in 2025!
Non-Stop Activities
Story‑Inspired Art and Lune Poetry with Story Tapestries
Create your own colorful image and 11‑word Lune poem using crayons, markers, and shimmering glitter. Leave the booth twirling away with your stories, your sparkly masterpiece, and a brand‑new book in hand!
Hands‑On Typewriter Pop‑Up with Montgomery History
Tap into the past as you bring your words to life on a real, clacking typewriter. Discover the joy of hands‑on history in a pop‑up exhibit that turns writing into an adventure.
Literary‑Inspired Crafts and Sensory Fun with Kiddie Academy of Gaithersburg
Spark creativity with literary‑themed arts and crafts, hands‑on sensory play, and joyful early writing activities. It’s a lively mix of imagination, learning, and pure kid‑powered fun!
Story‑Building Adventures with Girl Scout Council of the Nation’s Capital
Create your own story using imaginative story cards and adventure‑filled maps. Play with words through Mad Libs and design a character bookmark to bring your tale to life!
Create‑Your‑Own Bookmark Fun with Coconut & Palm Pediatrics, LLC
Design a personalized bookmark to help you keep your place in whatever story you’re adventuring through. Craft something cute, colorful, and totally you!
Monoprint Magic on a 1960s Etching Press with Frederick Book Arts Center
Roll up your sleeves and create a one‑of‑a‑kind monoprint using an authentic 1960s etching press. It’s hands‑on, inky fun that brings classic printmaking to life!
Service Dog Mad Libs and Craft Fun with Warrior Canine Connection
Create a hilarious Mad Lib all about service dogs, color your favorite canine characters, and enjoy a sweet moment at the dog‑kissing booth. It’s paws‑on fun for all ages!
Dolly‑Inspired Creativity and Dress‑Up Fun with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library of Montgomery County
Color your way through Dolly‑themed sheets, draw and write about your favorite storybooks, and dress up like Dolly herself. Explore the magical world of Imagination Library books while shining in your own sparkly style!
Zine‑Making and LEGO Sculptures with VisArts
Dive into hands‑on creativity as you craft your own mini zine and build imaginative LEGO sculptures. It’s a perfect mix of art, play, and endless possibilities!
Dinosaur Sketchbooks and Story Adventures with Montgomery County Public Libraries
Unearth a tale of your own by creating a dinosaur‑themed sketchbook and grabbing a festival scavenger hunt. Stop by for a hands‑on adventure that brings stories to life!
Pete the Cat Reading Fun with Twinbrooke Community Church and Christian DayCare
Stop by the Pete the Cat tent to explore the joy of reading with children! Make bookmarks and bracelets, listen to stories, play games, and join in on all the colorful, book‑loving fun.
Braille Games and Bookmark Making with Federation of the Blind of Maryland‑Sligo Creek
Explore the world of Braille through fun, hands‑on games and create your own Braille bookmark to take home. It’s an inviting way to learn, play, and discover new ways to read!
Dairy Discovery and Butter‑Churning Fun with King Farm Dairy MOOseum
Learn all about Maryland’s dairy history while you churn your own butter, create a dairy‑themed craft, and explore books about cows and farm life. It’s a mooo‑velous way to dig into dairy fun!
