KATE WALLER BARRETT BRANCH LIBRARY
Hours & Location
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| Mon, Sep 14 | 10:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Tue, Sep 15 | 10:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Wed, Sep 16 | 10:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Thu, Sep 17 | 10:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Fri, Sep 18 | 10:00AM to 5:00PM |
| Sat, Sep 19 | 10:00AM to 5:00PM |
| Sun, Sep 20 | 1:00PM to 5:00PM |
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Address
717 Queen Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
Alexandria, VA 22314
Tel: 703.746.1703
Fax: 703.746.1708
About the branch
Parking: No library parking lot. Street parking is available. A paid parking lot is available on the 100 block of North Alfred Street.
Public Transit:
- Metrorail: Yellow and Blue lines at Braddock Road (1 mile) and King Street Stations (1.1 miles).
- Metrobus: A11, A12, F19
- DASH Bus: 30, 31, Old Town Circulator
- King Street Trolley: King & Columbus
For reasonable disability accommodation, contact jgregorio@alexlibraryva.org or call 703.746.1701 or TTY 703.746.1790.
Upcoming Events
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Tue, Sep 15, 11:00am - 11:40am
Youth Services Area
Just right for ages 0-23 months.
Songs, games, movement activities, and bubbles.
Tue, Sep 15, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Second Floor
Take part in a group-led discussion about death and dying without any set agenda, objectives, or themes. Tea and sweets will be provided.
Registration is now closed
Wed, Sep 16, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Youth Services Area
A lap-sit and playtime just for babies ages 0-12 months and their grownups.
Wed, Sep 16, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Second Floor
Let's paint at the Library! Enjoy a tutorial with instructions on how to create the monthly painting or create your own unique work of art!
This event is full
Wed, Sep 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Second Floor
Perfect for Small Business Owners, Artists, Inventors, Innovators, Creatives and Freelancers as we celebrate Constitution Day.
Thu, Sep 17, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Contribute to Barrett Branch’s fiber arts group making scarves to donate. Visit our display in honor of America250 and our work to build a community of care. Add your scarf to the collection.
Thu, Sep 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Looking to join a Dungeons and Dragons group? Look no further!
This event is full
Sat, Sep 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Services Area
Stories about policemen, firemen and other friends in our neighborhood.
Rescheduled
Sat, Sep 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
New date Saturday, October 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us to work on your book journal and share with others what you've added and read!
Mon, Sep 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Second Floor
Do you like scary movies, books, tv shows, or video games? Do you enjoy making horror themed DIY projects? This is the event for you!
Tue, Sep 22, 11:00am - 11:40am
Youth Services Area
Just right for ages 0-23 months.
Songs, games, movement activities, and bubbles.
Tue, Sep 22, 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Looking for a space to talk about climate change and the things affected that we love? Join us for a monthly discussion focused on a relevant topic. Register to receive the materials suggestions.
Wed, Sep 23, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Youth Services Area
A lap-sit and playtime just for babies ages 0-12 months and their grownups.
Thu, Sep 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Second Floor
The Barrett Branch Mahjong group meets the second and fourth Thursdays of the month. Space is available for up to 12 players, so it's first come first served as game tables fill.
Thu, Sep 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Second Floor
Looking to join a Dungeons and Dragons group? Look no further!
This event is full
Sat, Sep 26, 11:00am - 11:30am
Youth Services Area
Local authors read their new book "The Farmer in the Sky," followed by a craft. Ages 2-7. Registration is requested.
Registration opens Saturday, September 19 2026 at 9:00am
Sat, Sep 26, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Come play Dungeons & Dragons. No experience necessary. Open to ages 8-13.
This event is full
Tue, Sep 29, 11:00am - 11:40am
Youth Services Area
Just right for ages 0-23 months.
Songs, games, movement activities, and bubbles.
Wed, Sep 30, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Youth Services Area
A lap-sit and playtime just for babies ages 0-12 months and their grownups.
Wed, Sep 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Second Floor
Calling all Science Fiction and Fantasy fans! Let's celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by discussing Science Fiction and Fantasy books by Latino authors!
Thu, Oct 01, 11:00am - 11:40am
Youth Services Area
Stories, songs, movement and more for ages 2-5.
Thu, Oct 01, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Contribute to Barrett Branch’s fiber arts group making scarves to donate. Visit our display in honor of America250 and our work to build a community of care. Add your scarf to the collection.
Thu, Oct 01, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Looking to join a Dungeons and Dragons group? Look no further!
This event is full
Sat, Oct 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Second Floor
Develop and exercise your Spanish conversation skills. Ages 14+