Take a load off this weekend with a variety of fun activities around the DMV! Learn about fairy tales from other cultures, meet adorable baby animals and unwind with a morning of kid-friendly yoga at these three events. You’ll likely learn something new and come away having had a great experience.
Fairy Tales Around the World Art Exhibit
Throughout the Month
Del Ray Artisans Gallery | 2704 Mt Vernon Ave., Alexandria, VA 22301
Experience your favorite fairy tales in a whole new way at this exhibit highlighting different versions of fairy tales across different cultures, as well as stories that are entirely unique to other cultures. There will be an opening reception featuring the curator and several participating artists on March 7, with kid- and teen-friendly workshops held throughout the month, including a “Draw Your Fairy Home in the Forest” workshop on March 8.
Free | delrayartisans.org/event/fairy-tales
We’re Expecting! Kitten & Baby Wildlife Shower
March 8, 10 a.m.
Animal Welfare League of Arlington | 2650 S. Arlington Mill Drive, Arlington, VA 22206
Who doesn’t love adorable baby animals? Learn about the demanding work that goes into caring for them at this shelter fundraiser. Families can meet kittens and other baby animals! Residents are encouraged to bring a donated item from the “baby registry.”
Free | awla.org
Youth Yoga Fun Day Camp
March 9, 9 a.m.-noon
Wellness Bliss Studios | 209 Madison St., #320B, Alexandria, VA 22314
If you or your child just needs a break from it all, this day camp experience is for you! Kids ages 4 to 8 will spend the morning learning about yoga and mindfulness through yoga sessions, games and more.
$40 | arise-wellness-and-education.jumbula.com
