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TEENS

TEEN EVENTS
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The Great American PoeTREEs - writing, display, and magnetic poetry
Mon, Apr 06, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Celebrate National Poetry Month and great American poets by adding your poem to Beatley’s poet-trees in the children’s and teen areas and experimenting with magnetic poetry. (all ages)
America 250 Community Mini Art Show Canvas Pick-Up
Mon, Apr 06, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Contribute to a mini art show celebrating America 250.
Dungeons & Dragons - at Burke Branch Library
Mon, Apr 06, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Join Dungeon Master Jacob on an epic adventure where you call the shots and leave fate up to the dice.
This event is full
Teen Takeover
Mon, Apr 06, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Ages 12-18. Do homework, play games, and just hang out in an area set aside for teens ONLY!
AAR Teen Book Party! - Eat pizza, make friends, and talk about books!
Mon, Apr 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
Let's eat pizza, discuss "Rebellion: 1776" by Laurie Halse Anderson, and share additional recommendations for Young Adult (teen) Historical Fiction books set in the United States of America!
Tiny Art Show: Tiny Chair Edition
Tue, Apr 07, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Artists' tiny artworks, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250, will be on display in the library through May 2.
America 250 Community Mini Art Show Canvas Pick-Up
Tue, Apr 07, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Contribute to a mini art show celebrating America 250.
The Great American PoeTREEs - writing, display, and magnetic poetry
Tue, Apr 07, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Celebrate National Poetry Month and great American poets by adding your poem to Beatley’s poet-trees in the children’s and teen areas and experimenting with magnetic poetry. (all ages)
Financial Literacy for Teens
Tue, Apr 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Learn about money and finances.
Duncan and Dragons - Arkipeligo
Tue, Apr 07, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Teen Area
Join DM Mike in a high seas DnD adventure! Ages 13-18. Registration required.
Registration is now closed
Teen Volunteer Orientation
Tue, Apr 07, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Ages 12-18. Learn more about volunteering with Alexandria Library.
Tiny Art Show: Tiny Chair Edition
Wed, Apr 08, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Artists' tiny artworks, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250, will be on display in the library through May 2.
America 250 Community Mini Art Show Canvas Pick-Up
Wed, Apr 08, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Contribute to a mini art show celebrating America 250.
The Great American PoeTREEs - writing, display, and magnetic poetry
Wed, Apr 08, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Celebrate National Poetry Month and great American poets by adding your poem to Beatley’s poet-trees in the children’s and teen areas and experimenting with magnetic poetry. (all ages)
Stitcher's Space - Sew, quilt, knit, crochet, embroider! Every Wednesday!
Wed, Apr 08, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Enjoy weekly sessions with other fiber artists. Bring and share your projects, and see others. Quilting tutorials will be provided on the first Wednesday of every month. No registration is required.
Knit Nite! - A knitting club for kids ages 8-18.
Wed, Apr 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Learn to knit under the guidance of experienced knitters. All supplies will be provided. Ages 8-18.
English Language Learning
Wed, Apr 08, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Duncan Library
Join us every Wednesday evening for FREE beginner to intermediate classes! / ¡Únase a nosotros todos los miércoles por la noche para recibir clases GRATIS para principiantes e intermedios!
The Great American PoeTREEs - writing, display, and magnetic poetry
Thu, Apr 09, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Celebrate National Poetry Month and great American poets by adding your poem to Beatley’s poet-trees in the children’s and teen areas and experimenting with magnetic poetry. (all ages)
Tiny Art Show: Tiny Chair Edition
Thu, Apr 09, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Artists' tiny artworks, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250, will be on display in the library through May 2.
America 250 Community Mini Art Show Canvas Pick-Up
Thu, Apr 09, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Contribute to a mini art show celebrating America 250.
Sit & Stitch
Thu, Apr 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Stitchers of all kinds and skill levels, join us for an hour of stitching and community at Burke Branch Library!
Nerdy Knotters - Knitting and Crochet group
Thu, Apr 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Both beginners and advanced fiber artists are welcome! Ages 13+
Winter Teen Creativity Contest Art Show - Opening Reception
Thu, Apr 09, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Dope Focus Gallery at Building Momentum - 5380 Eisenhower Ave Suite C, Alexandria, VA 22304
Celebrate the 2026 contest participants and award winners!
America 250 Community Mini Art Show Canvas Pick-Up
Fri, Apr 10, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Contribute to a mini art show celebrating America 250.
The Great American PoeTREEs - writing, display, and magnetic poetry
Fri, Apr 10, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Celebrate National Poetry Month and great American poets by adding your poem to Beatley’s poet-trees in the children’s and teen areas and experimenting with magnetic poetry. (all ages)
Tiny Art Show: Tiny Chair Edition
Fri, Apr 10, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Artists' tiny artworks, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250, will be on display in the library through May 2.
America 250 Community Mini Art Show Canvas Pick-Up
Sat, Apr 11, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Contribute to a mini art show celebrating America 250.
Tiny Art Show: Tiny Chair Edition
Sat, Apr 11, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Artists' tiny artworks, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250, will be on display in the library through May 2.
The Great American PoeTREEs - writing, display, and magnetic poetry
Sat, Apr 11, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Celebrate National Poetry Month and great American poets by adding your poem to Beatley’s poet-trees in the children’s and teen areas and experimenting with magnetic poetry. (all ages)
Teen Advisory Group - Monthly Meeting
Sat, Apr 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Story Room
Ages 12-18. Make a difference in your library and community by sharing your opinions, volunteering, and more!
Free Verse Poetry Workshop (VIRTUAL) - for National Poetry Month
Sat, Apr 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
ZOOM
Dispel the myth that poems need to rhyme in this dynamic workshop where participants will learn more about this form and practice a couple prompts for National Poetry Month! (TEENS & ADULTS)
Building Better Bonds! - Positive reinforcement training and bonding with your pet!
Sat, Apr 11, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
AWLA's Behavior and Training Manager will provide tips for living harmoniously with your dog or cat at home, answer specific questions about your pet, and chat about AWLA's Alexandria Animal Academy.
Tiny Art Show: Tiny Chair Edition
Sun, Apr 12, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Artists' tiny artworks, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250, will be on display in the library through May 2.
The Great American PoeTREEs - writing, display, and magnetic poetry
Sun, Apr 12, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Celebrate National Poetry Month and great American poets by adding your poem to Beatley’s poet-trees in the children’s and teen areas and experimenting with magnetic poetry. (all ages)
America 250 Community Mini Art Show Canvas Pick-Up
Sun, Apr 12, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Contribute to a mini art show celebrating America 250.
Come Meet Alexandria's Poet Laureate - Reception for Cristi Donoso
Sun, Apr 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Meet Alexandria's new Poet Laureate Cristi Donoso and learn about her plans for the City’s Poet Laureate Program during her tenure.. Light refreshments will be served. Registration is required.
Tiny Art Show: Tiny Chair Edition
Mon, Apr 13, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Artists' tiny artworks, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250, will be on display in the library through May 2.
The Great American PoeTREEs - writing, display, and magnetic poetry
Mon, Apr 13, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Celebrate National Poetry Month and great American poets by adding your poem to Beatley’s poet-trees in the children’s and teen areas and experimenting with magnetic poetry. (all ages)
America 250 Community Mini Art Show Canvas Pick-Up
Mon, Apr 13, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Contribute to a mini art show celebrating America 250.
Teen Takeover
Mon, Apr 13, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Ages 12-18. Do homework, play games, and just hang out in an area set aside for teens ONLY!
Unregulated AI Use - Understanding Threats and Regulations
Mon, Apr 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual - Virtual
Dr. Finley-Brook will walk us through the harm of unregulated AI use and explain policies experts are working on to reign it in.Register
America 250 Community Mini Art Show Canvas Pick-Up
Tue, Apr 14, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Contribute to a mini art show celebrating America 250.
The Great American PoeTREEs - writing, display, and magnetic poetry
Tue, Apr 14, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Celebrate National Poetry Month and great American poets by adding your poem to Beatley’s poet-trees in the children’s and teen areas and experimenting with magnetic poetry. (all ages)
Tiny Art Show: Tiny Chair Edition
Tue, Apr 14, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Artists' tiny artworks, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250, will be on display in the library through May 2.
Financial Literacy for Teens
Tue, Apr 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Learn about money and finances.
Duncan and Dragons - Arkipeligo
Tue, Apr 14, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Teen Area
Join DM Mike in a high seas DnD adventure! Ages 13-18. Registration required.
Tiny Art Show: Tiny Chair Edition
Wed, Apr 15, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Artists' tiny artworks, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250, will be on display in the library through May 2.
America 250 Community Mini Art Show Canvas Pick-Up
Wed, Apr 15, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Contribute to a mini art show celebrating America 250.
The Great American PoeTREEs - writing, display, and magnetic poetry
Wed, Apr 15, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Celebrate National Poetry Month and great American poets by adding your poem to Beatley’s poet-trees in the children’s and teen areas and experimenting with magnetic poetry. (all ages)
Stitcher's Space - Sew, quilt, knit, crochet, embroider! Every Wednesday!
Wed, Apr 15, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Enjoy weekly sessions with other fiber artists. Bring and share your projects, and see others. Quilting tutorials will be provided on the first Wednesday of every month. No registration is required.
Knit Nite! - A knitting club for kids ages 8-18.
Wed, Apr 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Learn to knit under the guidance of experienced knitters. All supplies will be provided. Ages 8-18.
English Language Learning
Wed, Apr 15, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Duncan Library
Join us every Wednesday evening for FREE beginner to intermediate classes! / ¡Únase a nosotros todos los miércoles por la noche para recibir clases GRATIS para principiantes e intermedios!
The Great American PoeTREEs - writing, display, and magnetic poetry
Thu, Apr 16, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Celebrate National Poetry Month and great American poets by adding your poem to Beatley’s poet-trees in the children’s and teen areas and experimenting with magnetic poetry. (all ages)
Tiny Art Show: Tiny Chair Edition
Thu, Apr 16, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Artists' tiny artworks, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250, will be on display in the library through May 2.
America 250 Community Mini Art Show Canvas Pick-Up
Thu, Apr 16, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Contribute to a mini art show celebrating America 250.
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Dungeons and Dragons: Teen Group! - Adventure awaits!
Thu, Apr 16, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Looking for a Dungeons and Dragons group? Look no further!
Nerdy Knotters - Knitting and Crochet group
Thu, Apr 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Both beginners and advanced fiber artists are welcome! Ages 13+
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