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EVENTS
Thu, Dec 05, All day
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Don't spend money on more wrapping paper! Create beautifully wrapped gifts that will marvel your loved ones and spare the Earth. Pick up a kit at the Barrett Branch beginning December 2.

Thu, Dec 05, 11:00am - 11:40am
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - First Floor
Join Miss Lisa for stories, songs, movement and more fun just right for ages 2+

Thu, Dec 05, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Learn basic line dance steps while you workout to Golden Oldies music. This is a great class for beginners. Bring a friend or come alone. Please wear comfortable shoes and clothing.

Cancelled
Thu, Dec 05, 1:15pm - 2:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Baby storytime, plus opportunities to build relationships with other caretakers of young children! For ages 0-12 months, accompanied by an adult. After your first birthday, please attend 1s and 2s.

Thu, Dec 05, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
Join Barrett Branch’s knitting and crochet group making items to donate.

Cancelled
Thu, Dec 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Attention all handcrafters! Join us to share what you are working on, see what others are creating, and just chat while we craft together!

Cancelled
Thu, Dec 05, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Join us as we learn coding basics with the support of a professional computer programmer. No prior coding knowledge necessary. Ages 8-12.

Thu, Dec 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
⭐ Please email Ally Zomchek at azomchek@alexlibraryva.org if interested in joining ⭐

Thu, Dec 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Teen Area
Both beginners and advanced fiber artists are welcome! Ages 13+

Fri, Dec 06, All day
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Don't spend money on more wrapping paper! Create beautifully wrapped gifts that will marvel your loved ones and spare the Earth. Pick up a kit at the Barrett Branch beginning December 2.

Fri, Dec 06, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Have fun on Fridays after school, building, making, playing word bingo, and winning prizes! Grades K-5. *Includes slime-making every last Friday of the month!*

Sat, Dec 07, All day
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Don't spend money on more wrapping paper! Create beautifully wrapped gifts that will marvel your loved ones and spare the Earth. Pick up a kit at the Barrett Branch beginning December 2.

Sat, Dec 07, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Come browse and buy from a large slection of books, DVDs and CDs at the Friends of the Barrett Branch Library bi-annual book sale.

Sat, Dec 07, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Come join us for a Winter Book Sale where you can purchase $10 bags of books!

Sat, Dec 07, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Join KaNikki Jakarta, the first Black Poet Laureate of Alexandria, for a creative writing workshop and open mic. Teens-Adults.

Cancelled
Sat, Dec 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Check out the Library’s selection of tabletop games. (Ages 5-18) Echa un vistazo a la selección de juegos de mesa de la Biblioteca. (De 5 a 18 años) Área infantil de Beatley Library

Sun, Dec 08, All day
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Don't spend money on more wrapping paper! Create beautifully wrapped gifts that will marvel your loved ones and spare the Earth. Pick up a kit at the Barrett Branch beginning December 2.

Sun, Dec 08, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Come join us for a Winter Book Sale where you can purchase $10 bags of books!

Sun, Dec 08, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Bring your preschooler to the Duncan Library on Sunday afternoons to explore STEAM activities (science, technology, engineering, art, and math)! This is a drop in event. Recommended ages 3-6

Mon, Dec 09, All day
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Don't spend money on more wrapping paper! Create beautifully wrapped gifts that will marvel your loved ones and spare the Earth. Pick up a kit at the Barrett Branch beginning December 2.

Mon, Dec 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Join us for this presentation on avoiding scams and keeping your personal and financial information safe.

Cancelled
Mon, Dec 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Children love to be outdoors! Join us in Beatley Central Library's beautiful outdoor Reading Garden for stories, songs and movement. Ages 0-5 with an adult.

Mon, Dec 09, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Small Conference Room
This volunteer-led workshop provides a space for intermediate speakers to practice English and build confidence. No registration required.

Mon, Dec 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
The Friends of Duncan Library's Board Members discuss the Duncan Branch activities, fund raising actives supporting the Duncan Branch programs, collection needs and Alexandria Library community goals.

Mon, Dec 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
Please join us to read and discuss Kate Beaton's graphic memoir, "Ducks: Two Years in the Oil Sands."

Tue, Dec 10, All day
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Don't spend money on more wrapping paper! Create beautifully wrapped gifts that will marvel your loved ones and spare the Earth. Pick up a kit at the Barrett Branch beginning December 2.

Tue, Dec 10, 10:15am - 11:15am
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a fun-filled hour of stories, music, and movement for ages 0-5!

Cancelled
Tue, Dec 10, 11:00am - 11:45am
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Meet your old friends and make new friends at an unstructured, outdoor playtime in the library's Reading Garden! Toys will be supplied. Ages 0-5 with an adult.

Tue, Dec 10, 11:00am - 11:40am
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Songs, games, movement activities, and bubbles Fun that's just right for ages 0-23 months

Tue, Dec 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Join us for a play hour to build, create, and explore! Ages 5-12. Kids under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Únete a nosotros en una hora de juego para construir, crear y explorar. De 5 a 12 años.

Tue, Dec 10, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Barrett Library has a volunteer available on Tuesdays to help with computer and technologies use. Appointments are available at 5 PM and 6 PM. Please call 703-746-1721 to schedule an appointment.

Tue, Dec 10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
Come join NASA Solar System Ambassador, Sigfried Hache, in discussing NASA’s planetary and exoplanetary science goals over the next decade.

Tue, Dec 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Attention all handcrafters! Join us to share what you are working on, see what others are creating, and just chat while we craft together!Register

Wed, Dec 11, All day
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Don't spend money on more wrapping paper! Create beautifully wrapped gifts that will marvel your loved ones and spare the Earth. Pick up a kit at the Barrett Branch beginning December 2.

Wed, Dec 11, 10:30am - 11:05am
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for your active, growing little ones! Ages 1-2.

Wed, Dec 11, 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.

Wed, Dec 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Fun activities just for infants ages 0-12 months.

Wed, Dec 11, 11:30am - 12:05pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for your active, growing little ones! Ages 1-2.

Wed, Dec 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual - Zoom
Join us for a captivating conversation with #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Last Thing He Told Me, Laura Dave, as she chats with us online about her newest book The Night We Lost Him. Register

Wed, Dec 11, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Burke Virtual Room,Meeting Room
Celebrate the holidays by joining us in-person or by zoom to share your love of mysteries and to discuss Sophie's Hannah's 2023 holiday mystery featuring Hercule Poirot. Register

Wed, Dec 11, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
We roll at dusk!
This event is full

Wed, Dec 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Story Room
Do you want to practice reading aloud? Do you like dogs? Sign up for a 15-minute reading slot to read to a dog by calling (703) 746-1753 or by stopping by Beatley's Children's Desk. Ages 6-12.

Wed, Dec 11, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual - Zoom
Join Library of Virginia for a virtual volunteer session to learn how you can help make historical documents more searchable and usable for researchers now and in the future.Register

Cancelled
Wed, Dec 11, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
There will be discussion and updates on Burke Branch activities, fundraising to support Burke Branch programs, collection needs, and Alexandria Library community goals.

Wed, Dec 11, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Small Conference Room
This volunteer-led workshop provides a space for intermediate speakers to practice English and build confidence. No registration required.

Wed, Dec 11, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Virtual - Zoom
Read and discuss the best of today's Virginia literature—including books by Library of Virginia Literary Award winners and finalists in fiction and nonfiction. Register

Wed, Dec 11, 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.

Thu, Dec 12, All day
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Don't spend money on more wrapping paper! Create beautifully wrapped gifts that will marvel your loved ones and spare the Earth. Pick up a kit at the Barrett Branch beginning December 2.

Thu, Dec 12, 11:00am - 11:40am
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - First Floor
Join Miss Lisa for stories, songs, movement and more fun just right for ages 2+

Thu, Dec 12, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Learn basic line dance steps while you workout to Golden Oldies music. This is a great class for beginners. Bring a friend or come alone. Please wear comfortable shoes and clothing.

Thu, Dec 12, 1:15pm - 2:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Baby storytime, plus opportunities to build relationships with other caretakers of young children! For ages 0-12 months, accompanied by an adult. After your first birthday, please attend 1s and 2s.

Thu, Dec 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
The Barrett Branch Mahjong group meets the second and fourth Thursdays of the month from 2 - 4 PM on the second floor. Accommodation is for 12 players so first come first served if more than 12.

Thu, Dec 12, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Please join us for a DIY holiday craft session where you can transform an old book into a beautiful folded paper Christmas tree! All supplies provided. Registration required. 
This event is full

Thu, Dec 12, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Join Miss Amy for stories, songs, movement, and activities just right for preschool children. Ages 3-5 with adult.

Thu, Dec 12, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Join Jorge Banales as he gives instruction on the Yang Style 24 Movement Tai Chi form on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month. Free and open to the public.

Thu, Dec 12, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
The Company Of Books - 2200 Mount Vernon Ave, Alexandria, Va 22301
Join us for an "anti-book club" where we discuss what we're currently reading

Thu, Dec 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Join us as we learn coding basics with the support of a professional computer programmer. No prior coding knowledge necessary. Ages 8-12.

Thu, Dec 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Both beginners and advanced fiber artists are welcome! Ages 13+

Thu, Dec 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Come let your voice be heard! Attending a T.A.G meeting will count as one hour of community service. You can also learn about upcoming community service activities. Grades 6-12.

Cancelled
Thu, Dec 12, 7:00pm - 9:30pm
Elaine's Restaurant - 208 Queen St, Alexandria, VA 22314
Please join us for an evening at Elaine's Restaurant to discuss "Ducks" written and illustrated by Kate Beaton. Appetizers will be provided with the opportunity to purchased food and drinks.

Thu, Dec 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual - Zoom
Celebrate the holidays and the joy of reading by joining us to discuss the following two holiday-themed stories: "Back For Christmas" by John Collier, "The Burglar's Christmas" by Willa Cather. Register


 

COMMUNITY RESOURCES

 

All City government facilities are now open to the public, or open by appointment only. Check individual department or program pages for details about specific services. Customers may also call 311 or 703.746.4311 to request in-person information or service.

2023 Tax Forms - Federal tax forms will be available for customers to pick up at most Library branches beginning in late-January, 2024. The Library does not offer tax preparation assistance, but the City's Department of Community & Human Services offers free tax return preparation to eligible residents beginning in February.

Alexandria's Workforce Development Center provide services and resources for job seekers including access to the Career Center, career readiness workshops, career assessments and customized hiring events.

For those feeling depressed or anxiety during these times call SAMHSA’s (Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services) Disaster Distress 1-800-985-5990 or Text Talk with Us 66746

For those who feel unsafe at home call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or Text Loveis at 22522

Alexandria Health Department
The Alexandria Health Department is closely monitoring an outbreak of respiratory illness caused by coronavirus "COVID-19." Learn about the City's response and find information and resources related to COVID-19. For updates text ALEXCOVID19 to 888777

Virginia Department of Health
The Virginia Department of Health is monitoring an outbreak of respiratory illness, called coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). The information line is 877-ASK-VDH3

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are our nation’s premier authority on public health information.