KATE WALLER BARRETT BRANCH LIBRARY
Barrett is closed to the public, however staff are working remotely and curbside service is available.
You may contact Barrett staff by phone or email during the following hours:
- Monday and Wednesday: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- Friday and Saturday: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Hours & Location
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We're closed Friday May 15 due to Staff Development Day
| Mon, May 11 | 10:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Tue, May 12 | 10:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Wed, May 13 | 10:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Thu, May 14 | 10:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Fri, May 15 | Closed |
| (Staff Development Day) | |
| Sat, May 16 | 10:00AM to 5:00PM |
| Sun, May 17 | 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, May 12, 10:30am - 10:45am
Youth Services Area
Start your morning with stories, rhymes and songs in English and Spanish ¡Empieza su mañana con cuentos, rimas y canciones en inglés y español!
Tue, May 12, 11:00am - 11:35am
Youth Services Area
Just right for ages 0-23 months.
Songs, games, movement activities, and bubbles.
Wed, May 13, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Youth Services Area
A lap-sit and playtime just for babies ages 0-12 months and their grownups.
Thu, May 14, 11:00am - 11:40am
Youth Services Area
Stories, songs, movement and more for ages 2-5.
Thu, May 14, 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, May 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Second Floor
Looking to join a Dungeons and Dragons group? Look no further!
Sat, May 16, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Second Floor
Come play Dungeons & Dragons. No experience necessary. Open to ages 8-13.
This event is full
Mon, May 18, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Come learn about your Medicare options – Original Medicare (Parts A & B), Medicare Advantage (Part C), Medicare Prescription Drug (Part D), and Medicare Supplement (Medigap).
Mon, May 18, 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, May 19, 10:30am - 10:45am
Youth Services Area
Start your morning with stories, rhymes and songs in English and Spanish ¡Empieza su mañana con cuentos, rimas y canciones en inglés y español!
Tue, May 19, 11:00am - 11:35am
Youth Services Area
Just right for ages 0-23 months.
Songs, games, movement activities, and bubbles.
Tue, May 19, 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.
Wed, May 20, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Youth Services Area
A lap-sit and playtime just for babies ages 0-12 months and their grownups.
Wed, May 20, 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!
Thu, May 21, 11:00am - 11:40am
Youth Services Area
Stories, songs, movement and more for ages 2-5.
Thu, May 21, 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, May 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
First Floor
Looking to join a Dungeons and Dragons group? Look no further!
This event is full
Thu, May 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Second Floor
Looking to join a Dungeons and Dragons group? Look no further!
This event is full
Sat, May 23, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
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.
Tue, May 26, 10:30am - 10:45am
Youth Services Area
Start your morning with stories, rhymes and songs in English and Spanish ¡Empieza su mañana con cuentos, rimas y canciones en inglés y español!
Tue, May 26, 11:00am - 11:35am
Youth Services Area
Just right for ages 0-23 months.
Songs, games, movement activities, and bubbles.
Tue, May 26, 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, May 27, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Youth Services Area
A lap-sit and playtime just for babies ages 0-12 months and their grownups.
Wed, May 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Second Floor
Let's celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month by talking about Science Fiction and Fantasy books by Asian American and Pacific Islander authors.
Thu, May 28, 11:00am - 11:40am
Youth Services Area
Stories, songs, movement and more for ages 2-5.
Thu, May 28, 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, May 28, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Second Floor
Looking to join a Dungeons and Dragons group? Look no further!
This event is full
Sat, May 30, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Second Floor
Ages 14-19. Participate in this special recorded conversation about being a teen in Alexandria.
Sat, May 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Services Area
Where reading, scrapbooking, and journaling come together! Kids ages 6-12 will learn a creative way to keep a record of their reading for the year.
Registration is required.