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EVENT REGISTRATIONS

Alexandria Library presents and hosts a wide variety of events to the local community.  Our events include author talks, book clubs, STEAM/STEM activities, computer and technology classes, English conversation groups, storytimes and more.

Most of the programs at Alexandria Library do not require advanced registration. You can choose to attend a program at your convenience. Please be mindful of age and time restrictions when attending a library program.

Ticketed Programs

There are certain youth services programs that require parents or caregivers to pick up a ticket prior to the start of the program. Tickets are given out on a first-come, first-serve basis. These programs will include information about tickets in the event description on the calendar.

Registration Programs

Programs that require advanced registration may contain a purple registration box on the event calendar that allows for online registration.  Other programs may require you to register by email, phone or by filling out a form at the library.  Online registration start dates may vary by age and program but are usually available a month in advance.

 

 

REGISTER

In order to register for an event you may need:

  • First & Last Name
  • Library Card Number & Pin
  • Email Address

 

 

 MANAGE EVENTS

 

 

 

WAIT LIST

If there is a wait list for an event, an email address is required. This allows the registration system to notify you when a spot has opened up.

Failure to include an email address may result in being skipped for the next person on the list.

 

 

MANAGE YOUR EVENTS

If you choose to use your library card number on your registration form you can login and manage your event registrations from the library website.

You do not have to have a library card in order to attend events.

 

 

CANCELLATIONS

If you can no longer attend an event, please call or email the contact person for the event to cancel your registration.

If you included your library card number, you can also cancel your registration online.

 

Upcoming Events
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The Order Of The Zine (T.O.O.T.Z.) | Week #2 - The Zine of Secret Abilities
Thu, Oct 02, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
The Order of the Zine (T.O.O.T.Z.) has come to Alexandria. Each week, pick up your not-so-secret assignments (zine-making kits) and check out your peer's zines in our Zine Library. Ages 7-14.
"Determined" - The 400 Year Struggle for Black Equality Traveling Exhibit
Thu, Oct 02, All day
Local History/Special Collections
Learn about 400 years of Black history in Virginia.
English Language Learning (ELL) 1 Workshop - Beginner Conversation
Thu, Oct 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Beginning English practice for English language learners. No registration needed or prior level of English. These workshops are led by volunteers and do not include certificates of completion.
1000 Books Story Time - A Story Time for ages 2-5
Thu, Oct 02, 11:00am - 11:45am
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Youth Services Area
Stories, songs, movement and more for ages 2-5
Line dancing 101
Thu, Oct 02, 11:00am - 11:45am
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Join us to learn the basic line dance steps to great Oldies and Motown music. This is a great class for beginners. Bring a friend or come alone. Please wear comfortable
Line dancing 201
Thu, Oct 02, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Viva Line Dancing: Join our intermediate level of line dancing to improve flexibility and enhance memory. We work the dance floors! This class is not intended for beginners.
Baby Bounce - for babies 0-14 months and their caretaker(s)
Thu, Oct 02, 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 0-14 months, accompanied by an adult. 15 months and older, please attend 1s and 2s.
Rescheduled
Thursday Afternoon Book Discussion - "The Village Healer's Book Of Cures" by Jennifer S. Roberts
Thu, Oct 02, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
New date Thursday, October 09, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library
Do you have afternoons available? Join us at the library for some coffee, confections, and conversation about the titles chosen by fellow book club members! 👻 🎃 🦇
Nuestra América - Stories of 30 Inspiring Latinas/Latinos Who've Shaped the US
Thu, Oct 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual - Virtual
Smithsonian professionals Adrián Aldaba and Emily Key highlight inspiring stories of Latinos and their incredible contributions to the cultural, social, and political character of the United States.Register
Thursday Film Series - "The Old Man and the Gun"
Thu, Oct 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate Robert Redford by joining us for a screening of his final film, a fitting farewell to a legend.
Cancelled
Carefull Knit & Crochet - Crafting for Good
Thu, Oct 02, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Join Barrett Branch’s fiber arts group making items to donate.
Burke Branch Friends Book Sale
Thu, Oct 02, 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Shop used books and more while supporting the Burke Branch Friends!
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Oct 02, 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.
Rescheduled
Sit & Stitch
Thu, Oct 02, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
New date Thursday, October 09, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Stitchers of all kinds and skill levels, join us for a couple hours of stitching and community at Burke Branch Library!
Coding Game Night - ages 6-12 - Hands-on fun in programming, robotics, and electronics!
Thu, Oct 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Story Room
Drop in and play with our coding board games, card games, toys, and robots -- and check out some of our coding books for kids! Ages 6-12.
Dungeons and Dragons: Teen Group! - Adventure awaits!
Thu, Oct 02, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
Looking to join a Dungeons and Dragons group? Look no further!
Nerdy Knotters - Knitting and crochet group
Thu, Oct 02, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Teen Area
All crafters are welcome! Ages 13+
World Short Story Discussion Group
Thu, Oct 02, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual - Zoom
Celebrate October by reading these two scary stories perfect for a cold October night: "My Sad Dead" by Mariana Enriquez and "The Murderer" by Ray Bradbury. Register
The Order Of The Zine (T.O.O.T.Z.) | Week #2 - The Zine of Secret Abilities
Fri, Oct 03, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
The Order of the Zine (T.O.O.T.Z.) has come to Alexandria. Each week, pick up your not-so-secret assignments (zine-making kits) and check out your peer's zines in our Zine Library. Ages 7-14.
"Determined" - The 400 Year Struggle for Black Equality Traveling Exhibit
Fri, Oct 03, All day
Local History/Special Collections
Learn about 400 years of Black history in Virginia.
Banned Book Badness - A Freedom to Read Tourney
Fri, Oct 03, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Will Your Book Make It To The Final Four?
Burke Branch Friends Book Sale
Fri, Oct 03, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Shop used books and more while supporting the Burke Branch Friends!
Rescheduled
Low Vision Resource Group - Resources for people experiencing low vision
Fri, Oct 03, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
New date Friday, October 10, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Join us to learn about resources for people with low vision.
Fun Friday! - Viernes de diversión
Fri, Oct 03, 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.
Lego Competition
Fri, Oct 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Bring your best building brains!
The Order Of The Zine (T.O.O.T.Z.) | Week #2 - The Zine of Secret Abilities
Sat, Oct 04, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
The Order of the Zine (T.O.O.T.Z.) has come to Alexandria. Each week, pick up your not-so-secret assignments (zine-making kits) and check out your peer's zines in our Zine Library. Ages 7-14.
"Determined" - The 400 Year Struggle for Black Equality Traveling Exhibit
Sat, Oct 04, All day
Local History/Special Collections
Learn about 400 years of Black history in Virginia.
Banned Book Badness - A Freedom to Read Tourney
Sat, Oct 04, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Will Your Book Make It To The Final Four?
Tour d'Alexandria Library 2025 - Branching Out: The Natural Beauty of Alexandria
Sat, Oct 04, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Beatley Central Library parking lot
Join us for a fun, leisurely ride through Alexandia as we visit all the Library branches!
Borrow a Board Game
Sat, Oct 04, 10:00am - 4:45pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Use the library's board and card games while hanging out in the youth services area!
Avenue Ambition at Art on the Avenue
Sat, Oct 04, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Del Ray - Along Mt. Vernon Ave, between Hume Ave & Bellefonte Ave
Join our Avenue Ambition graduates as they take their art businesses on the road, to Art on the Avenue in Del Ray!
VETOGA Weekly Community Yoga (Hatha-Raja) - Level 1 sessions hosted by Adam Shaw
Sat, Oct 04, 10:30am - 11:30am
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
All levels are welcome to stretch, breathe and cultivate connections with body-heart-mind-spirit
This event is full
Burke Branch Friends Book Sale
Sat, Oct 04, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Shop used books and more while supporting the Burke Branch Friends!
Hispanic Heritage Fiesta
Sat, Oct 04, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with live music, crafts, face painting and food! The fiesta will take place outside in Beatley Central Library's beautiful Reading Garden. All ages.
Spanish Conversation Club
Sat, Oct 04, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Ages 14+. Develop and exercise your spanish conversation skills.
Author Event: Abby Hanlon & Liz Garton Scanlon
Sat, Oct 04, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Auditorium, Nannie J. Lee Memorial Recreation Center - 1108 Jefferson St, Alexandria, VA 22314
Meet the authors that brought you your favorite rascals, Dory Fantasmagory and Bibsy Cross, in conversation at the Nannie J. Lee Rec Center. CODE: LIBRARYRegister
The Order Of The Zine (T.O.O.T.Z.) | Week #2 - The Zine of Secret Abilities
Sun, Oct 05, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
The Order of the Zine (T.O.O.T.Z.) has come to Alexandria. Each week, pick up your not-so-secret assignments (zine-making kits) and check out your peer's zines in our Zine Library. Ages 7-14.
"Determined" - The 400 Year Struggle for Black Equality Traveling Exhibit
Sun, Oct 05, All day
Local History/Special Collections
Learn about 400 years of Black history in Virginia.
Banned Book Badness - A Freedom to Read Tourney
Sun, Oct 05, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Will Your Book Make It To The Final Four?
Writers Group at Beatley
Sun, Oct 05, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Small Conference Room
This is a twice-monthly forum for writers to work on drafts, network, and share moral support. Meets first and third Sundays. All are welcome!
Burke Branch Friends Book Sale
Sun, Oct 05, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Shop used books and more while supporting the Burke Branch Friends!
Alexandria Oddball Cinema - Troll Hunter
Sun, Oct 05, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Oddball Cinema brings you all of the weird, eclectic, and lesser-known films you probably never saw in theaters. Click on the event title for more info!
Preschool STEAM Sundays
Sun, Oct 05, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library
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
The Order Of The Zine (T.O.O.T.Z.) | Week #3 - The Zine of Answers
Mon, Oct 06, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
The Order of the Zine (T.O.O.T.Z.) has come to Alexandria. Each week, pick up your not-so-secret assignments (zine-making kits) and check out your peer's zines in our Zine Library. Ages 7-14.
"Determined" - The 400 Year Struggle for Black Equality Traveling Exhibit
Mon, Oct 06, All day
Local History/Special Collections
Learn about 400 years of Black history in Virginia.
Banned Book Badness - A Freedom to Read Tourney
Mon, Oct 06, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Will Your Book Make It To The Final Four?
Senior Bingo
Mon, Oct 06, 10:15am - 12:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Join us to socialize and engage your mind with a game of bingo served with food, prizes, and fun. Registration is required.
Storytime in the Reading Garden - Cuentos en el jardín de lectura
Mon, Oct 06, 11:00am - 11:30am
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden
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.
English Language Learning (ELL)
Mon, Oct 06, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
English practice for English language learners. No registration is needed. Class is held in the Burke Branch Meeting Room
Spitfire - 4th and 5th grade
Mon, Oct 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Spitfire girls book club!
English Language Learning (ELL) 2 Workshop - Intermediate Conversation
Mon, Oct 06, 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. No certificates of completion are issued.
Adult and Dragons - REGISTRATION CLOSED
Mon, Oct 06, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library
We roll at dusk!
Teen Volunteer Orientation
Mon, Oct 06, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Ages 12-18. Learn more about volunteering with Alexandria Library.
Banned Books Book Tasting - Get book recommendations and enjoy pastries!
Mon, Oct 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
Kick off Banned Books Week by celebrating the freedom to read with a Banned Books Book Tasting! Recommend your favorites and discover new books to try while eating pastries!
Friends of the Duncan Library - Monthly Board Meeting
Mon, Oct 06, 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.
The Order Of The Zine (T.O.O.T.Z.) | Week #3 - The Zine of Answers
Tue, Oct 07, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
The Order of the Zine (T.O.O.T.Z.) has come to Alexandria. Each week, pick up your not-so-secret assignments (zine-making kits) and check out your peer's zines in our Zine Library. Ages 7-14.
"Determined" - The 400 Year Struggle for Black Equality Traveling Exhibit
Tue, Oct 07, All day
Local History/Special Collections
Learn about 400 years of Black history in Virginia.
Banned Book Badness - A Freedom to Read Tourney
Tue, Oct 07, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Will Your Book Make It To The Final Four?
Sunshine Readers - An outside book club!
Tue, Oct 07, 10:00am - 11:30am
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Outdoors
Let's get some fresh air, explore Old Town, and talk about the latest books we've been reading!
English Language Learning (ELL) 1 Workshop - Beginner Conversation
Tue, Oct 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Beginning English practice for English language learners. No registration needed or prior level of English. These workshops are led by volunteers and do not include certificates of completion.
Family Storytime - Martes de niños
Tue, Oct 07, 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!
Bilingual Storytime - Hora de cuentos bilingue
Tue, Oct 07, 10:30am - 10:45am
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Youth Services Area
This Hispanic Heritage Month, start your morning with stories, rhymes and songs in English and Spanish!
Playtime! - ¡Hora de jugar!
Tue, Oct 07, 11:00am - 11:45am
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden
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.
Baby and Toddler Time - La hora de los bebés y los niños
Tue, Oct 07, 11:00am - 11:40am
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Youth Services Area
Just right for ages 0-23 months. Songs, games, movement activities, and bubbles.
Baby and Toddler Play Date
Tue, Oct 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a special uninterrupted playtime with your child and meet other caregivers. Discover how play and learning go hand-in-hand; toys and resources will be divided up by age (ages 0-3).
Bilingual Storytime - Cuentacuentos Bilingüe
Tue, Oct 07, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
A storytime in English and Spanish. un cuentacuentos en inglés y español.
Tuesday We Play (ages 5-12) - Martes de juegos (De 5 a 12 años)
Tue, Oct 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Story Room
Build with Lego, make art, play games, and more! Ages 5-12. Kids under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
Lego Club
Tue, Oct 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Calling all brick enthusiasts: come join us to make cool creations and participate in themed challenges. Grades 2-5.
Cancelled
Convierte tus Monedas a Dolares - Talleres de educación financiera
Tue, Oct 07, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
ESTRATEGIAS PARA AHORRAR
Freedom to Read Bottle Cap Pins
Tue, Oct 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
Show off your Freedom to Read by making a bottle cap pin honoring frequently challenged books and words.
Handcraft Tuesday - Evening Edition
Tue, Oct 07, 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
The Order Of The Zine (T.O.O.T.Z.) | Week #3 - The Zine of Answers
Wed, Oct 08, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
The Order of the Zine (T.O.O.T.Z.) has come to Alexandria. Each week, pick up your not-so-secret assignments (zine-making kits) and check out your peer's zines in our Zine Library. Ages 7-14.
"Determined" - The 400 Year Struggle for Black Equality Traveling Exhibit
Wed, Oct 08, All day
Local History/Special Collections
Learn about 400 years of Black history in Virginia.
Banned Book Badness - A Freedom to Read Tourney
Wed, Oct 08, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Will Your Book Make It To The Final Four?
Whimsical Wednesdays
Wed, Oct 08, 10:15am - 10:45am
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
New story time, same story tellers. Come join Ms. Venetta and Mr. Josstin for engaging stories that are worth gathering for. Great for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5.
Stitcher's Space - Sew, quilt, knit, crochet, embroider! Every Wednesday!
Wed, Oct 08, 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.
1s and 2s Time - Tiempo para niños de 1 y 2
Wed, Oct 08, 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
Just Babies - Solo Los Bebés
Wed, Oct 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Youth Services Area
Just for babies ages 0-12 months. Sólo para bebés de 0 a 12 meses.
Whimsical Wednesdays
Wed, Oct 08, 11:15am - 11:45am
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
New story time, same story tellers. Come join Ms. Venetta and Mr. Josstin for engaging stories that are worth gathering for. Great for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5.
1s and 2s Time - Tiempo para niños de 1 y 2
Wed, Oct 08, 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
Nationalism & Cosmopolitanism - in the Creation of Richmond’s Confederate Monuments
Wed, Oct 08, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual - Virtual
Join us for a virtual presentation from Donovan Schaefer, a Virginia Humanities Fellow, on his research project “Nationalism & Cosmopolitanism in the Creation of Richmond’s Confederate Monuments.” Register
Mystery Book Club - "Hallowe'en Party" by Agatha Christie
Wed, Oct 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Join our annual Halloween-themed in-person discussion of Agatha Christie's "Hallowe'en Party."
Kusama Pumpkin Decorating - Celebrate Fall!
Wed, Oct 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Welcome the fall season by decorating pumpkins inspired by the art of Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama. Pumpkins and pens will be provided.
This event is full
Ask A Teen Librarian
Wed, Oct 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Stop by the Beatley Central Library Teen Section to get book suggestions, resource help, or just chat!
Spitfire - Kindergarten - 3rd grade
Wed, Oct 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Changing the world, one book at a time!
Roll For Initiative: D&D - REGISTRATION CLOSED
Wed, Oct 08, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library
Another installment of Duncan and Dragons with DM Jacob! Ages 10 - 18
Making History with Library of Virginia
Wed, Oct 08, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual - Virtual
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
English Language Learning (ELL) 2 Workshop - Intermediate Conversation
Wed, Oct 08, 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. No certificates of completion are issued.
Knit Nite! - A knitting club for kids ages 8-18.
Wed, Oct 08, 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.
Literary Virginia Book Group - The Age of Deer: Trouble and Kinship With Our Wild Neighbors
Wed, Oct 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Virtual - Virtual
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
Rescheduled
Hangul for Beginners
Wed, Oct 08, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
New date Thursday, October 23, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Join this 3-part series with certified educator Byul Yim to learn Korean in a fun, small-group setting.
Alexandria CrimeFest - Why does Alexandria inspire crime fiction?
Wed, Oct 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Mystery lovers of Alexandria rejoice and join us for an evening with local crime writers who will discuss their books.
The Order Of The Zine (T.O.O.T.Z.) | Week #3 - The Zine of Answers
Thu, Oct 09, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
The Order of the Zine (T.O.O.T.Z.) has come to Alexandria. Each week, pick up your not-so-secret assignments (zine-making kits) and check out your peer's zines in our Zine Library. Ages 7-14.
"Determined" - The 400 Year Struggle for Black Equality Traveling Exhibit
Thu, Oct 09, All day
Local History/Special Collections
Learn about 400 years of Black history in Virginia.
Banned Book Badness - A Freedom to Read Tourney
Thu, Oct 09, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Will Your Book Make It To The Final Four?
English Language Learning (ELL) 1 Workshop - Beginner Conversation
Thu, Oct 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Beginning English practice for English language learners. No registration needed or prior level of English. These workshops are led by volunteers and do not include certificates of completion.
1000 Books Story Time - A Story Time for ages 2-5
Thu, Oct 09, 11:00am - 11:45am
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Youth Services Area
Stories, songs, movement and more for ages 2-5
Line dancing 101
Thu, Oct 09, 11:00am - 11:45am
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Join us to learn the basic line dance steps to great Oldies and Motown music. This is a great class for beginners. Bring a friend or come alone. Please wear comfortable
Line dancing 201
Thu, Oct 09, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Viva Line Dancing: Join our intermediate level of line dancing to improve flexibility and enhance memory. We work the dance floors! This class is not intended for beginners.
Baby Bounce - for babies 0-14 months and their caretaker(s)
Thu, Oct 09, 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 0-14 months, accompanied by an adult. 15 months and older, please attend 1s and 2s.
Thursday Afternoon Book Discussion - "The Village Healer's Book Of Cures" by Jennifer S. Roberts
Thu, Oct 09, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Do you have afternoons available? Join us at the library for some coffee, confections, and conversation about the titles chosen by fellow book club members! 👻 🎃 🦇
American Style Mahjong - Learn and Play
Thu, Oct 09, 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. Space is available for up to 12 players, so it's first come first served as game tables fill.
Art with Julie: Halloween Table Runner
Thu, Oct 09, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Learn to weave a fun and easy Halloween-themed table runner. Registration is required.
Handcraft Crafternoon
Thu, Oct 09, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Small Conference Room
Attention all handcrafters! Join us to share what you are working on, see what others are creating, and just chat while we craft together!
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Oct 09, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Periodicals Room
Join Miss Amy for stories, songs, movement, and activities just right for preschool children. Ages 3-5 with adult.
TCG Library League
Thu, Oct 09, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library
Come learn and play Magic: The Gathering or Pokemon TCG!
Tai Chi at Beatley Library - Balance Your Mind and Body
Thu, Oct 09, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden,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.
Rescheduled
Sit & Stitch
Thu, Oct 09, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
New date Thursday, October 16, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Stitchers of all kinds and skill levels, join us for a couple hours of stitching and community at Burke Branch Library!
Coding Game Night - ages 6-12 - Hands-on fun in programming, robotics, and electronics!
Thu, Oct 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Story Room
Drop in and play with our coding board games, card games, toys, and robots -- and check out some of our coding books for kids! Ages 6-12.
Duncan Literary Society - Not Your Average Book Club
Thu, Oct 09, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
The Company Of Books 2200 Mount Vernon Ave, Alexandria, Va 22301
Join us at "The Company of Books", where we discuss what we're currently reading. Bring something to write with, you are always going to leave with a list of things to add to your TBR pile!
Dungeons and Dragons: Adult Group! - Adventure awaits!
Thu, Oct 09, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
Looking to join a Dungeons and Dragons group? Look no further!
This event is full
Nerdy Knotters - Knitting and crochet group
Thu, Oct 09, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
All crafters are welcome! Ages 13+
Conserving, Preserving and More: How to Care for Photographs - Archives Month Webinar
Thu, Oct 09, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Virtual - Virtual
Join us for an engaging webinar focusing on the care of photographs as we celebrate this year’s Virginia Archives Month theme, “Oh Snap: Photography in the Archives.” Register
Oddball Cinema - Byzantium · by Neil Jordan
Thu, Oct 09, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Teen Area
join oddball cinema for a showing of Byzantium
10 Years of Daring Heists and Lovable Outcasts in YA Fantasy - with Leigh Bardugo
Thu, Oct 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual - Virtual
Leigh Bardugo’s highly popular Six of Crows has taken the world of YA literature by storm. Join us as we pick the brain of the New York Times bestselling author herself. Register
The Order Of The Zine (T.O.O.T.Z.) | Week #3 - The Zine of Answers
Fri, Oct 10, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
The Order of the Zine (T.O.O.T.Z.) has come to Alexandria. Each week, pick up your not-so-secret assignments (zine-making kits) and check out your peer's zines in our Zine Library. Ages 7-14.
"Determined" - The 400 Year Struggle for Black Equality Traveling Exhibit
Fri, Oct 10, All day
Local History/Special Collections
Learn about 400 years of Black history in Virginia.
Banned Book Badness - A Freedom to Read Tourney
Fri, Oct 10, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Will Your Book Make It To The Final Four?
Baby Storytime
Fri, Oct 10, 10:15am - 11:15am
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
We sing, play, dance, and rhyme all while promoting your baby’s development and literacy skills. For ages 0-14 months.
Low Vision Resource Group - Resources for people experiencing low vision
Fri, Oct 10, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Small Conference Room
Join us to learn about resources for people with low vision.
Musical Movement
Fri, Oct 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Come and play with music in this fun parent-child learn & play class! Program focuses on activities that enhance brain development and build social skills, language/motor skills, and more (ages 0-5).
Fun Friday! - Viernes de diversión
Fri, Oct 10, 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.
The Order Of The Zine (T.O.O.T.Z.) | Week #3 - The Zine of Answers
Sat, Oct 11, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
The Order of the Zine (T.O.O.T.Z.) has come to Alexandria. Each week, pick up your not-so-secret assignments (zine-making kits) and check out your peer's zines in our Zine Library. Ages 7-14.
"Determined" - The 400 Year Struggle for Black Equality Traveling Exhibit
Sat, Oct 11, All day
Local History/Special Collections
Learn about 400 years of Black history in Virginia.
Banned Book Badness - A Freedom to Read Tourney
Sat, Oct 11, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Will Your Book Make It To The Final Four?
Trash Trekkers - Burke Branch Walking and Litter Pickup Club
Sat, Oct 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Burke Lawn
Start your Saturday doing good for your community. Join the Burke Branch walking and litter pickup club.
Teen Advisory Group  - Monthly Meeting  
Sat, Oct 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Ages 12-18. Make a difference in your library and community by sharing your opinions, volunteering, and more! 
Fall Learn to Knit Class - A partnership with Project Knitwell
Sat, Oct 11, 11:00am - 12:30pm
New venue Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Story Room
This program is intended for people who are new to knitting or returning to knitting and in need of a refresher.
This event is full
Handcraft Tuesday - Weekend Edition
Sat, Oct 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
New venue 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!
Board Game Cafe - 2nd and 4th Saturdays - Café con juegos de mesa
Sat, Oct 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Play with 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
Good Pet, Great Life! - Behavior 101 for Cats, Dogs, and Their Humans!
Sat, Oct 11, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
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.
French Conversation Club
Sat, Oct 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Board Room
Ages 14+. Develop and exercise your French conversation skills.
The Order Of The Zine (T.O.O.T.Z.) | Week #3 - The Zine of Answers
Sun, Oct 12, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
The Order of the Zine (T.O.O.T.Z.) has come to Alexandria. Each week, pick up your not-so-secret assignments (zine-making kits) and check out your peer's zines in our Zine Library. Ages 7-14.
"Determined" - The 400 Year Struggle for Black Equality Traveling Exhibit
Sun, Oct 12, All day
Local History/Special Collections
Learn about 400 years of Black history in Virginia.
Sunday Baby Time
Sun, Oct 12, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Wiggle, crawl and clap at Baby Time! Fingerplay and songs for Ages 0-24 Months.
Cancelled
"Determined" - The 400 Year Struggle for Black Equality Traveling Exhibit
Mon, Oct 13, All day
Local History/Special Collections
Learn about 400 years of Black history in Virginia.
The Order Of The Zine (T.O.O.T.Z.) | Week #4 - Tabula Rasa
Tue, Oct 14, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
The Order of the Zine (T.O.O.T.Z.) has come to Alexandria. Each week, pick up your not-so-secret assignments (zine-making kits) and check out your peer's zines in our Zine Library. Ages 7-14.
"Determined" - The 400 Year Struggle for Black Equality Traveling Exhibit
Tue, Oct 14, All day
Local History/Special Collections
Learn about 400 years of Black history in Virginia.
Family Storytime - Martes de niños
Tue, Oct 14, 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!
Bilingual Storytime - Hora de cuentos bilingue
Tue, Oct 14, 10:30am - 10:45am
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Youth Services Area
This Hispanic Heritage Month, start your morning with stories, rhymes and songs in English and Spanish!
Playtime! - ¡Hora de jugar!
Tue, Oct 14, 11:00am - 11:45am
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden
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.
Baby and Toddler Time - La hora de los bebés y los niños
Tue, Oct 14, 11:00am - 11:40am
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Youth Services Area
Just right for ages 0-23 months. Songs, games, movement activities, and bubbles.
Baby and Toddler Play Date
Tue, Oct 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a special uninterrupted playtime with your child and meet other caregivers. Discover how play and learning go hand-in-hand; toys and resources will be divided up by age (ages 0-3).
Beatley Friends Book Sale - Member Preview Day
Tue, Oct 14, 3:00pm - 7:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Shop the Beatley Friends' Book Sale a day early! Memberships are $10 and can be purchased day-of. Tickets available starting at 12PM.
Sensory Storytime
Tue, Oct 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Come join Ms. Naomi for an interactive story time that is full of adventure and fun! Ages 2-8 Venga y unirse con Ms. Naomi por un cuentacuentos interactivo lleno de aventura y diversión. Edades 2-8
Tuesday We Play (ages 5-12) - Martes de juegos (De 5 a 12 años)
Tue, Oct 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Story Room
Build with Lego, make art, play games, and more! Ages 5-12. Kids under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
The Order Of The Zine (T.O.O.T.Z.) | Week #4 - Tabula Rasa
Wed, Oct 15, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
The Order of the Zine (T.O.O.T.Z.) has come to Alexandria. Each week, pick up your not-so-secret assignments (zine-making kits) and check out your peer's zines in our Zine Library. Ages 7-14.
"Determined" - The 400 Year Struggle for Black Equality Traveling Exhibit
Wed, Oct 15, All day
Local History/Special Collections
Learn about 400 years of Black history in Virginia.
Beatley Friends Book Sale
Wed, Oct 15, 10:00am - 7:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Shop thousands of books, DVDs, and more at the Beatley Friends Book Sale!
Whimsical Wednesdays
Wed, Oct 15, 10:15am - 10:45am
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
New story time, same story tellers. Come join Ms. Venetta and Mr. Josstin for engaging stories that are worth gathering for. Great for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5.
Stitcher's Space - Sew, quilt, knit, crochet, embroider! Every Wednesday!
Wed, Oct 15, 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.
1s and 2s Time - Tiempo para niños de 1 y 2
Wed, Oct 15, 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
Just Babies - Solo Los Bebés
Wed, Oct 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Youth Services Area
Just for babies ages 0-12 months. Sólo para bebés de 0 a 12 meses.
Whimsical Wednesdays
Wed, Oct 15, 11:15am - 11:45am
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
New story time, same story tellers. Come join Ms. Venetta and Mr. Josstin for engaging stories that are worth gathering for. Great for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5.
1s and 2s Time - Tiempo para niños de 1 y 2
Wed, Oct 15, 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
Painternoon - A monthly painting club!
Wed, Oct 15, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
Let's paint at the library! Follow along to instructions to create the monthly painting or create your own unique work of art!
Ask A Teen Librarian
Wed, Oct 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Stop by the Beatley Central Library Teen Section to get book suggestions, resource help, or just chat!
Spitfire - Kindergarten - 3rd grade
Wed, Oct 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Changing the world, one book at a time!
Roll For Initiative: D&D - REGISTRATION CLOSED
Wed, Oct 15, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library
Another installment of Duncan and Dragons with DM Jacob! Ages 10 - 18
English Language Learning (ELL) 2 Workshop - Intermediate Conversation
Wed, Oct 15, 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. No certificates of completion are issued.
The America 250 Book Club
Wed, Oct 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Local History/Special Collections - Sprouse Rare Book Room
Local History/Special Collections is quarterly book club in honor of the nation’s 250th anniversary. Join us to explore U.S. history through books that highlight freedom, democracy, and identity.
Registration is now closed
Knit Nite! - A knitting club for kids ages 8-18.
Wed, Oct 15, 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.
The Order Of The Zine (T.O.O.T.Z.) | Week #4 - Tabula Rasa
Thu, Oct 16, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
The Order of the Zine (T.O.O.T.Z.) has come to Alexandria. Each week, pick up your not-so-secret assignments (zine-making kits) and check out your peer's zines in our Zine Library. Ages 7-14.
"Determined" - The 400 Year Struggle for Black Equality Traveling Exhibit
Thu, Oct 16, All day
Local History/Special Collections
Learn about 400 years of Black history in Virginia.
Beatley Friends Book Sale
Thu, Oct 16, 10:00am - 7:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Shop thousands of books, DVDs, and more at the Beatley Friends Book Sale!
Book a Librarian - Application Assistance
Thu, Oct 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Get help with applications. Appointments are available at 10 and 11 AM. Please call 703-746-1721 to schedule an appointment.
Stretch for Mobility
Thu, Oct 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Enjoy the benefits of a head-to-toe stretch session to help increase mobility, flexibility, and improve muscle function.
1000 Books Story Time - A Story Time for ages 2-5
Thu, Oct 16, 11:00am - 11:45am
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Youth Services Area
Stories, songs, movement and more for ages 2-5
Line dancing 201
Thu, Oct 16, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Viva Line Dancing: Join our intermediate level of line dancing to improve flexibility and enhance memory. We work the dance floors! This class is not intended for beginners.
Baby Bounce - for babies 0-14 months and their caretaker(s)
Thu, Oct 16, 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 0-14 months, accompanied by an adult. 15 months and older, please attend 1s and 2s.
Carefull Knit & Crochet - Crafting for Good
Thu, Oct 16, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
Join Barrett Branch’s fiber arts group making items to donate.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Oct 16, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Periodicals Room
Join Miss Amy for stories, songs, movement, and activities just right for preschool children. Ages 3-5 with adult.
TCG Library League
Thu, Oct 16, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Come learn and play Magic: The Gathering or Pokemon TCG!
Sit & Stitch
Thu, Oct 16, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Stitchers of all kinds and skill levels, join us for a couple hours of stitching and community at Burke Branch Library!
Registration is now closed
Coding Game Night - ages 6-12 - Hands-on fun in programming, robotics, and electronics!
Thu, Oct 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Story Room
Drop in and play with our coding board games, card games, toys, and robots -- and check out some of our coding books for kids! Ages 6-12.
Nerdy Knotters - Knitting and crochet group
Thu, Oct 16, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Teen Area
All crafters are welcome! Ages 13+
Coming Together Through Archives - Archiving Underrepresented Virginia History
Thu, Oct 16, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Virtual - Virtual
In celebration of Virginia Archives Month, join us for a virtual panel discussion about archiving underrepresented Virginia history. Register
Bad Art Night - Create something truly terrible!
Thu, Oct 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
Adults and teens are encouraged to create the worst pieces of art they have ever seen to win a prize for worst artwork!
Great Books Foundation Discussion Group - "Even Deadlier: A Sequel to The 7 Deadly Sins Sampler"
Thu, Oct 16, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual - Zoom
Join us on Zoom the third Thursday of each month! We are currently discussing selections from "Even Deadlier: A Sequel to The 7 Deadly Sins Sampler". Click on the event title for more info! Register
The Order Of The Zine (T.O.O.T.Z.) | Week #4 - Tabula Rasa
Fri, Oct 17, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
The Order of the Zine (T.O.O.T.Z.) has come to Alexandria. Each week, pick up your not-so-secret assignments (zine-making kits) and check out your peer's zines in our Zine Library. Ages 7-14.
"Determined" - The 400 Year Struggle for Black Equality Traveling Exhibit
Fri, Oct 17, All day
Local History/Special Collections
Learn about 400 years of Black history in Virginia.
Beatley Friends Book Sale
Fri, Oct 17, 10:00am - 4:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Shop thousands of books, DVDs, and more at the Beatley Friends Book Sale!
Baby Storytime
Fri, Oct 17, 10:15am - 11:15am
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
We sing, play, dance, and rhyme all while promoting your baby’s development and literacy skills. For ages 0-14 months.
Musical Movement
Fri, Oct 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Come and play with music in this fun parent-child learn & play class! Program focuses on activities that enhance brain development and build social skills, language/motor skills, and more (ages 0-5).
Fun Friday! - Viernes de diversión
Fri, Oct 17, 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.
The Order Of The Zine (T.O.O.T.Z.) | Week #4 - Tabula Rasa
Sat, Oct 18, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
The Order of the Zine (T.O.O.T.Z.) has come to Alexandria. Each week, pick up your not-so-secret assignments (zine-making kits) and check out your peer's zines in our Zine Library. Ages 7-14.
"Determined" - The 400 Year Struggle for Black Equality Traveling Exhibit
Sat, Oct 18, All day
Local History/Special Collections
Learn about 400 years of Black history in Virginia.
Borrow a Board Game
Sat, Oct 18, 10:00am - 4:45pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Use the library's board and card games while hanging out in the youth services area!
Beatley Friends Book Sale
Sat, Oct 18, 10:00am - 4:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Shop thousands of books, DVDs, and more at the Beatley Friends Book Sale!
VETOGA Weekly Community Yoga (Hatha-Raja) - Level 1 sessions hosted by Adam Shaw
Sat, Oct 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
All levels are welcome to stretch, breathe and cultivate connections with body-heart-mind-spirit
This event is full
DIY Teens: Rock Painting - Come on in for teen only craft projects!
Sat, Oct 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
Let's paint rocks! Make them creepy for Halloween or cutesy for the Fall season! (Or paint them however you want!)
Babysitting 101 - Free Babysitter Certification for Teens
Sat, Oct 18, 11:00am - 5:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Want to be a skilled babysitter, ready for anything? Join HeartsCPR, American Red Cross partner, for a free, all-day babysitter training for ages 13-17. Slots are limited; reserve yours now!
Cancelled
Ooey Gooey Slime Factory
Sat, Oct 18, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Come make some fun themed slime at the Burke Branch! October’s theme is “Potions,” and November's theme is “Cozy.” All children must come with a guardian. Registration required.
Dungeons & Dragons at the Library
Sat, Oct 18, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Come play Dungeons & Dragons. No experience necessary. Open to ages 8-13.
This event is full
Oddball Cinema - The Phantom of the Paradise
Sat, Oct 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Join oddball cinema for a showing of The Phantom of the Paradise 1974 film
The Order Of The Zine (T.O.O.T.Z.) | Week #4 - Tabula Rasa
Sun, Oct 19, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
The Order of the Zine (T.O.O.T.Z.) has come to Alexandria. Each week, pick up your not-so-secret assignments (zine-making kits) and check out your peer's zines in our Zine Library. Ages 7-14.
"Determined" - The 400 Year Struggle for Black Equality Traveling Exhibit
Sun, Oct 19, All day
Local History/Special Collections
Learn about 400 years of Black history in Virginia.
Writers Group at Beatley
Sun, Oct 19, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Small Conference Room
This is a twice-monthly forum for writers to work on drafts, network, and share moral support. Meets first and third Sundays. All are welcome!
Beatley Friends Book Sale - Half-Price Day
Sun, Oct 19, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Shop thousands of books, DVDs, and more half-price today!
Preschool STEAM Sundays
Sun, Oct 19, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library
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
The Order Of The Zine (T.O.O.T.Z.) | Week #5 - Z.A.H.C.
Mon, Oct 20, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
The Order of the Zine (T.O.O.T.Z.) has come to Alexandria. Each week, pick up your not-so-secret assignments (zine-making kits) and check out your peer's zines in our Zine Library. Ages 7-14.
"Determined" - The 400 Year Struggle for Black Equality Traveling Exhibit
Mon, Oct 20, All day
Local History/Special Collections
Learn about 400 years of Black history in Virginia.
Beatley Friends Book Sale - $10 Bag Sale Day
Mon, Oct 20, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Shop thousands of books, DVDs, and more and fill a whole bag for just $10!
Senior Bingo
Mon, Oct 20, 10:15am - 12:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Join us to socialize and engage your mind with a game of bingo served with food, prizes, and fun. Registration is required.
Storytime in the Reading Garden - Cuentos en el jardín de lectura
Mon, Oct 20, 11:00am - 11:30am
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden
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.
English Language Learning (ELL)
Mon, Oct 20, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
English practice for English language learners. No registration is needed. Class is held in the Burke Branch Meeting Room
Alexandria Library Board meeting
Mon, Oct 20, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Local History/Special Collections - Sprouse Rare Book Room
Alexandria Library Board meeting
Spitfire - 4th and 5th grade
Mon, Oct 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Spitfire girls book club!
English Language Learning (ELL) 2 Workshop - Intermediate Conversation
Mon, Oct 20, 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. No certificates of completion are issued.
Adult and Dragons - REGISTRATION CLOSED
Mon, Oct 20, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library
We roll at dusk!
Stories without Borders - Hello, Seoul!
Mon, Oct 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Story Room
Lean about Seoul, South Korea in this four-week program full of stories, crafts, games, and more. Then, join a special live Zoom event and meet kids from Seoul! Grades 3-5, registration preferred
Yoga At The Library - with Human Kind Yoga Collective
Mon, Oct 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Our mission is to provide a safe, supportive, non-judgmental environment where people can explore, learn, play, and evolve together - one breath at a time
This event is full
Let's Talk Books - "Dead Wake" by Erik Larson
Mon, Oct 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual - Virtual
Please join Let's Talk Books to read and discuss "Dead Wake: The Last Crossing of the Lusitania" by Erik Larson. Register
The Order Of The Zine (T.O.O.T.Z.) | Week #5 - Z.A.H.C.
Tue, Oct 21, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
The Order of the Zine (T.O.O.T.Z.) has come to Alexandria. Each week, pick up your not-so-secret assignments (zine-making kits) and check out your peer's zines in our Zine Library. Ages 7-14.
"Determined" - The 400 Year Struggle for Black Equality Traveling Exhibit
Tue, Oct 21, All day
Local History/Special Collections
Learn about 400 years of Black history in Virginia.
Family Storytime - Martes de niños
Tue, Oct 21, 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!
Bilingual Storytime - Hora de cuentos bilingue
Tue, Oct 21, 10:30am - 10:45am
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Youth Services Area
This Hispanic Heritage Month, start your morning with stories, rhymes and songs in English and Spanish!
Playtime! - ¡Hora de jugar!
Tue, Oct 21, 11:00am - 11:45am
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden
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.
Baby and Toddler Time - La hora de los bebés y los niños
Tue, Oct 21, 11:00am - 11:40am
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Youth Services Area
Just right for ages 0-23 months. Songs, games, movement activities, and bubbles.
Baby and Toddler Play Date
Tue, Oct 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a special uninterrupted playtime with your child and meet other caregivers. Discover how play and learning go hand-in-hand; toys and resources will be divided up by age (ages 0-3).
Creatives' Club
Tue, Oct 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Draw, paint, craft, and create! ¡Dibuje, pinte, haga artesanía, y cree!
Tuesday We Play (ages 5-12) - Martes de juegos (De 5 a 12 años)
Tue, Oct 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Story Room
Build with Lego, make art, play games, and more! Ages 5-12. Kids under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
Lego Club
Tue, Oct 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Calling all brick enthusiasts: come join us to make cool creations and participate in themed challenges. Grades 2-5.
Empanadas, Pupusas and Greens on the Side - Author Amelia Tseng in Conversation with Canek Aguirre
Tue, Oct 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Join Alexandria Library and Tenants and Workers United to hear from author Amelia Tseng on her recent book "Empanadas, Pupusas and Greens on the Side: Language and Latinidad in the Nation's Capital."
Handcraft Tuesday - Evening Edition
Tue, Oct 21, 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
The Order Of The Zine (T.O.O.T.Z.) | Week #5 - Z.A.H.C.
Wed, Oct 22, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
The Order of the Zine (T.O.O.T.Z.) has come to Alexandria. Each week, pick up your not-so-secret assignments (zine-making kits) and check out your peer's zines in our Zine Library. Ages 7-14.
"Determined" - The 400 Year Struggle for Black Equality Traveling Exhibit
Wed, Oct 22, All day
Local History/Special Collections
Learn about 400 years of Black history in Virginia.
Stitcher's Space - Sew, quilt, knit, crochet, embroider! Every Wednesday!
Wed, Oct 22, 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.
1s and 2s Time - Tiempo para niños de 1 y 2
Wed, Oct 22, 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
Just Babies - Solo Los Bebés
Wed, Oct 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Youth Services Area
Just for babies ages 0-12 months. Sólo para bebés de 0 a 12 meses.
1s and 2s Time - Tiempo para niños de 1 y 2
Wed, Oct 22, 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
Ask A Teen Librarian
Wed, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Stop by the Beatley Central Library Teen Section to get book suggestions, resource help, or just chat!
Spitfire - Kindergarten - 3rd grade
Wed, Oct 22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Changing the world, one book at a time!
Roll For Initiative: D&D - REGISTRATION CLOSED
Wed, Oct 22, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library
Another installment of Duncan and Dragons with DM Jacob! Ages 10 - 18
English Language Learning (ELL) 2 Workshop - Intermediate Conversation
Wed, Oct 22, 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. No certificates of completion are issued.
Knit Nite! - A knitting club for kids ages 8-18.
Wed, Oct 22, 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.
A Hands-On Approach to the History of Photography - Archives Month Webinar
Wed, Oct 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual - Virtual
Join us for an engaging webinar on the history of photography as we celebrate this year’s Virginia Archives Month theme, “Oh Snap: Photography in the Archives.” Register
Rescheduled
Hangul for Beginners
Wed, Oct 22, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
New date Thursday, October 30, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Join this 3-part series with certified educator Byul Yim to learn Korean in a fun, small-group setting.
Finding My Way - with Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Malala Yousafzai
Wed, Oct 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual - Virtual
Join us online and be one of the first to hear from Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Malala Yousafzai about her astonishing memoir, Finding My Way. Register
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