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ELLEN COOLIDGE BURKE BRANCH LIBRARY

Hours & Location

Mon, Sep 09 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Sep 10 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Sep 11 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Sep 12 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Sep 13 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Sep 14 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Sep 15 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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Address
4701 Seminary Road
Alexandria
Alexandria, VA 22304
Tel: 703.746.1704
Fax: 703.746.1775
About the branch

Virginia's Constitution is a traveling exhibition from the Library of Virginia to mark the 50th anniversary of the state's current constitution.

Upcoming Events
Stretch and Destress After School
Mon, Sep 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room
It’s hard to get back in the swing of things after the weekend. Come join us at Burke Library for some destressing stretches to set your mind for the upcoming week and fun activities to get you hype.
Family Storytime - Martes de niños
Tue, Sep 10, 10:15am - 11:15am
Meeting Room
Join us for a fun-filled hour of stories, music, and movement for ages 0-5!
Stitcher's Space - Sew, quilt, knit, crochet, embroider! Every Wednesday!
Wed, Sep 11, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room
Enjoy weekly sessions with other fiber artists. Share your projects and see others. Quilting tutorials will be provided on the first Wednesday of every month. No registration is required.
Burke Branch Friends' Monthly Board Meeting
Wed, Sep 11, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
There will be discussion and updates on Burke Branch activities, fundraising to support Burke Branch programs, collection needs, and Alexandria Library community goals.
Line Dancing
Thu, Sep 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Film Series: - "Hillbilly Elegy"
Thu, Sep 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for a screening of the 2020 film adaptation of JD Vance's 2016 memoir.
Baby Storytime
Fri, Sep 13, 10:15am - 11:15am
Meeting Room
We sing, play, dance, and rhyme all while promoting your baby’s development and literacy skills. For ages 0-14 months.
Fun Friday! - Viernes de diversión
Fri, Sep 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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!*
Trash Trekkers - Burke Branch Walking and Litter Pickup Club
Sat, Sep 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Outdoors
Start your Saturday doing good for your community. Join the Burke Branch walking and litter pickup club.
English Language Learning (ELL)
Mon, Sep 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Conversation practice for English learners.
Senior Fitness Class
Mon, Sep 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
This program is tailored for older adults and offers gentle exercises promoting flexibility, strength, and balance.
Family Storytime - Martes de niños
Tue, Sep 17, 10:15am - 11:15am
Meeting Room
Join us for a fun-filled hour of stories, music, and movement for ages 0-5!
Lego Club
Tue, Sep 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Calling all brick enthusiasts: come join us to make cool creations and participate in themed challenges. Grades 2-5.
Stitcher's Space - Sew, quilt, knit, crochet, embroider! Every Wednesday!
Wed, Sep 18, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room
Enjoy weekly sessions with other fiber artists. Share your projects and see others. Quilting tutorials will be provided on the first Wednesday of every month. No registration is required.
Line Dancing
Thu, Sep 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Film Series - "Book Club: The Next Chapter"
Thu, Sep 19, 2:00pm - 3:50pm
Meeting Room
Join us for a screening of this 2023 film starring Diane Keaton, Jane Fonda, and Candice Bergen.
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