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ALL ALEXANDRIA READS 2025

 

Celebrate "ADVENTURE" this year with All Alexandria Reads!

ABOUT THE BOOKS 
In 2025, we are highlighting two titles. Written as a series of autobiographical essays, A Field Guide to Getting Lost draws on emblematic moments and relationships in author Rebecca Solnit’s life to explore issues of uncertainty, trust, loss, memory, desire, and place. James, by Percival Everett, is a reimagining of Adventures of Huckleberry Finn—both harrowing and ferociously funny—told from the enslaved Jim's point of view. 
From March through May, join us for a wide range of special programs and events for all ages, both virtual and in-person. Look for our brochure at your local Alexandria Library branch starting in March.

ABOUT ALL ALEXANDRIA READS 
Facilitated by the Alexandria Library, this program is designed to create shared experiences through reading. Everyone is invited to read the featured title and selected books for younger readers.  
All Alexandria Reads is made possible through a generous grant from the James M. Duncan, Jr. Library Foundation, Inc. 

ALL ALEXANDRIA READS EVENTS
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Mon, Mar 23, 7:00pm - 7:55pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
Please join Let's Talk Books to read and discuss "Sing, Unburied, Sing" by Jesmyn Ward.

Tue, Mar 31, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
Join us to make a mini quilt in the Log Cabin style. A basic knowledge of hand sewing is required to participate in this activity.

Mon, Apr 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Story Room
No one's too old to enjoy being read to! Relax and unwind while a librarian reads you a story or two that explores 250+ years of American history. Ages 6-12 (and anyone who can sit quietly and listen)

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!

Tue, Apr 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Craft friendship bracelets, play basketball toss, and learn about 1970s America through the eyes of American Girl Doll Julie Albright! (Ages 6-12)

Thu, Apr 09, 10:15am - 10:45am
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room,Children's Area
Come join us for engaging American stories that are worth gathering for. Great for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5.

Thu, Apr 09, 11:15am - 11:45am
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room,Children's Area
Come join us for engaging American stories that are worth gathering for. Great for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5.

Sat, Apr 11, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Outdoors
Manumission Tour Company will lead a 90-minute Black History walking tour leaving from outside Barrett Library.

Mon, Apr 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Story Room
No one's too old to enjoy being read to! Relax and unwind while a librarian reads you a story or two that explores 250+ years of American history. Ages 6-12 (and anyone who can sit quietly and listen)

Mon, Apr 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Youth Services Area
Let's eat pizza, talk about "Freewater" by Amina Luqman-Dawson and share additional recommendations for Historical Fiction books set in the United States of America!

Tue, Apr 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Create an American flag as unique as you are! Ages 6-12

Tue, Apr 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Craft tambourines, sing karaoke, and learn about 1960s America through the eyes of American Girl Doll Melody Ellison! (Ages 6-12)

Tue, Apr 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
Ambassador (ret.) Richard D. Kauzlarich will review the current Administration's foreign policy as it affects relations with the states of the former Soviet Union and energy.

Mon, Apr 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Story Room
No one's too old to enjoy being read to! Relax and unwind while a librarian reads you a story or two that explores 250+ years of American history. Ages 6-12 (and anyone who can sit quietly and listen)

Mon, Apr 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual - Virtual
Please join Let's Talk Books to read and discuss this year's All Alexandria Reads nonfiction selection in celebration of America250 "America, América: A New History of the New World" by Greg Grandin.Register

Tue, Apr 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Craft pinwheels, play jump rope, and learn about 1940s America through the eyes of American Girl Doll Molly McIntire! (Ages 6-12)

Tue, Apr 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Teen Area
Join our teen team for a hands-on historical craft where teens will learn basic weaving techniques on a miniature loom!

Sat, Apr 25, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden,Story Room
All ages are welcome to create a personal time capsule to commemorate America's 250th anniversary. Materials will be provided.

BOOKS FOR ALL AGES

YOUNG ADULT
Alexandria Library
MIDDLE GRADE Alexandria Library
EARLY ELEMENTARY Alexandria Library
PRE-K Alexandria Library

2025 ALL ALEXANDRIA READS SPONSORS

All Alexandria Reads is made possible through a generous grant from the JAMES M. DUNCAN, JR. LIBRARY FOUNDATION, INC.

Additional sponsors and partners include the following local businesses and organizations:

Last Updated:  September 2025