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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
Alexandria Library Cat Contest 2025
Mon, Jun 30, All day
Virtual
Here, kitty kitty! Is your cat the next library cat?
Milkshake Music
Mon, Jun 30, 10:15am - 11:00am
Leonard "Chick" Armstrong Recreation Center
A family-friendly musical performance featuring the Milkshake Trio!
Senior Bingo
Mon, Jun 30, 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.
Registration is now closed
Baby Time
Mon, Jun 30, 10:15am - 10:45am
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Wiggle, crawl and clap at Baby Time! Fingerplay and songs for Ages 0-14 Months.
Storytime in the Reading Garden - Cuentos en el jardín de lectura
Mon, Jun 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
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 0-8 with an adult.
Animal Encounters: Nature Friends Show and Tell
Mon, Jun 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
Mount Vernon Recreation Center
A live animal encounter for children 6-12.
Baby Time
Mon, Jun 30, 11:15am - 11:45am
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Wiggle, crawl and clap at Baby Time! Fingerplay and songs for Ages 0-14 Months.
Be MediaWise - A Misinformation Resilience Lunch and Learn
Mon, Jun 30, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Virtual - Virtual
Brush up on your digital and media literacy skills to protect yourself with the Be MediaWise Misinformation Resilience Toolkit. Register
English Language Learning (ELL)
Mon, Jun 30, 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
English Language Learning (ELL) 2 Workshop - Intermediate Conversation
Mon, Jun 30, 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.
Yoga At The Library - with Human Kind Yoga Collective
Mon, Jun 30, 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
Registration is now closed
Field Guide to Your Life Kits
Tue, Jul 01, All day
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Create a field guide to express the uniqueness of your life and experiences. Kits and guidelines can be picked up beginning July 1 throughout the month while supplies last.
Alexandria Library Cat Contest 2025
Tue, Jul 01, All day
Virtual
Here, kitty kitty! Is your cat the next library cat?
PINGO - Plastic Free BINGO
Tue, Jul 01, All day
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Beginning July 1, pick up a PINGO card to play throughout Plastic Free July. How plastic-free can you be?
Sunshine Readers - An outside book club!
Tue, Jul 01, 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, Jul 01, 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, Jul 01, 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!
Fables and Fun
Tue, Jul 01, 10:15am - 10:45am
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
An engaging story time that will have you laughing, moving, and wanting to know what's on the next page! (Ages 0-5)
Playtime! - ¡Hora de jugar!
Tue, Jul 01, 10:30am - 11:15am
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.
Pokemon GO Club!
Tue, Jul 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Join Burke’s Pokémon trainers on a hunt to catch as many Pokémon as you can! We’ll take a walk around the Library’s neighborhood together. *Participants’ MUST BRING their own smartphone device.*
STEM: Make A DNA Bracelet
Tue, Jul 01, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - First Floor
Drop in this afternoon & make your own unique DNA bracelet. Ages 6+
Lego Club
Tue, Jul 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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.
Tuesday We Play (ages 5-12) - Martes de juegos (De 5 a 12 años)
Tue, Jul 01, 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.
Duncan and Dragons - NEW CAMPAIGN - REGISTRATION OPEN
Tue, Jul 01, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Ongoing campaign. For inquiries about Dungeon and Dragons please contact Josstin Gogue at jgogue@alexlibraryva.org. (Ages 13-19)
Alexandria Library Cat Contest 2025
Wed, Jul 02, All day
Virtual
Here, kitty kitty! Is your cat the next library cat?
1s and 2s Time - Tiempo para niños de 1 y 2
Wed, Jul 02, 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
Stitcher's Space - Sew, quilt, knit, crochet, embroider! Every Wednesday!
Wed, Jul 02, 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.
Animal Encounters: Nature Friends Show and Tell - Encuentros con animales: Exposición de la naturaleza
Wed, Jul 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Charles Barrett Recreation Center - 1115 Martha Custis Dr, Alexandria
An environmental educator will give a nature presentation with live animals. (Ages 6-12)
Just Babies - Lap-sit time for ages 0-12 months
Wed, Jul 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - First Floor
Songs, games, yoga and more,just for infants ages 0-12 months.
1s and 2s Time - Tiempo para niños de 1 y 2
Wed, Jul 02, 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
Science Heroes - Adventure of the Missing Color
Wed, Jul 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
"Adventure of the Missing Color" is a science-themed mystery show where a color has disappeared, and the audience must use scientific principles and experiments to find the missing color.
Sensory Story Time
Wed, Jul 02, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
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!
Where does the water go? With AlexRenew - AlexRenew: ¿A dónde va el agua?
Wed, Jul 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
When you wash your hands, take a bath, or use the toilet, the water you use disappears down the drain. But where does it go? And what happens to it when it gets there? Ages 6-12.
English Language Learning (ELL) 2 Workshop - Intermediate Conversation
Wed, Jul 02, 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.
English Language Learning - ELL Classes
Wed, Jul 02, 6:45pm - 7:45pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Drop in Conversational English language learning!
Monthly Meditation - A free ONLINE meditation class open to all levels
Wed, Jul 02, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Zoom
Need some zen to help you wind down after a long day? 🧘‍♀️
Alexandria Library Cat Contest 2025
Thu, Jul 03, All day
Virtual
Here, kitty kitty! Is your cat the next library cat?
English Language Learning (ELL) 1 Workshop - Beginner Conversation
Thu, Jul 03, 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.
Here Nor There Story Time
Thu, Jul 03, 10:15am - 10:45am
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Come join Mr. Josstin for an adventure worth gathering for. You were there, remember? Great for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5
Storytime in the Reading Garden - Cuentos en el jardín de lectura
Thu, Jul 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
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 0-8 with an adult.
The Great Zucchini - Laugh Out Loud Magic!
Thu, Jul 03, 11:00am - 11:45am
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - First Floor
Our favorite preschool magician returns. Ages 2+
Here Nor There Story Time
Thu, Jul 03, 11:15am - 11:45am
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Come join Mr. Josstin for an adventure worth gathering for. You were there, remember? Great for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5
Line Dancing
Thu, Jul 03, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - 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.
Baby Bounce - for babies 0-12 months and their caretaker(s)
Thu, Jul 03, 1:15pm - 2:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Baby storytime, plus opportunities to build relationships with other caretakers of young children! For ages 0-12 months, accompanied by an adult. After your first birthday, please attend 1s and 2s.
Thursday Afternoon Book Discussion - "Pachinko" by Min Jin Lee
Thu, Jul 03, 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! 📚 ☕
Carefull Knitting - Knitting and Crochet for Good
Thu, Jul 03, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
Join Barrett Branch’s knitting and crochet group making items to donate.
Handcraft Crafternoon
Thu, Jul 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Small Conference Room
NEW EXTENDED TIME! 3-5 PM! Attention all handcrafters! Join us to share what you are working on, see what others are creating, and just chat while we craft together!
Nerdy Knotters - Knitting and Crochet group
Thu, Jul 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Teen Area
All crafters are welcome! Ages 13+
Coding Game Night - ages 6-12 - Hands-on fun in programming, robotics, and electronics!
Thu, Jul 03, 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.
World Short Story Discussion Group
Thu, Jul 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual - Zoom
If you love reading short stories, join us for a discussion of the following stories: "How to roll" by Courtney Jones Mitchell and "Kelemo's Woman" by Molara Wood.Register
Alexandria Library Cat Contest 2025
Fri, Jul 04, All day
Virtual
Here, kitty kitty! Is your cat the next library cat?
Cancelled
Fun Friday! - Viernes de diversión
Fri, Jul 04, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Have fun on Fridays after school, building, making, playing word bingo, and winning prizes! Grades K-5.
Alexandria Library Cat Contest 2025
Sat, Jul 05, All day
Virtual
Here, kitty kitty! Is your cat the next library cat?
Teen Advisory Group - Monthly Meeting
Sat, Jul 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
Ages 12-18. Make a difference in your library and community by sharing your opinions, volunteering, and more!
Calligraphy Workshop
Sat, Jul 05, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Are you curious about learning in calligraphy?Join us to learn and practice different styles each session at Burke!
Board Game Cafe - Café con juegos de mesa
Sat, Jul 05, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Picture Book Area
Check out 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
Alexandria Library Cat Contest 2025
Sun, Jul 06, All day
Virtual
Here, kitty kitty! Is your cat the next library cat?
Writers Group at Beatley
Sun, Jul 06, 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!
Sunday Baby Time
Sun, Jul 06, 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 0-14 Months.
Alexandria Library Cat Contest 2025
Mon, Jul 07, All day
Virtual
Here, kitty kitty! Is your cat the next library cat?
Baby Time
Mon, Jul 07, 10:15am - 10:45am
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Wiggle, crawl and clap at Baby Time! Fingerplay and songs for Ages 0-14 Months.
Storytime in the Reading Garden - Cuentos en el jardín de lectura
Mon, Jul 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
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 0-8 with an adult.
Baby Time
Mon, Jul 07, 11:15am - 11:45am
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Wiggle, crawl and clap at Baby Time! Fingerplay and songs for Ages 0-14 Months.
Be MediaWise - A Misinformation Resilience Lunch and Learn
Mon, Jul 07, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Virtual - Virtual
Brush up on your digital and media literacy skills to protect yourself with the Be MediaWise Misinformation Resilience Toolkit. Register
English Language Learning (ELL)
Mon, Jul 07, 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
Avenue Ambition - Crafting Your Creative Career
Mon, Jul 07, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Ages 12-18. Develop tools and skills to create, market, and sell your original artwork in this 10-week series.
Family Game Night! - Let's have a gaming adventure!
Mon, Jul 07, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
Make new friends and play board games and tabletop games at the library!
English Language Learning (ELL) 2 Workshop - Intermediate Conversation
Mon, Jul 07, 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.
Yoga At The Library - with Human Kind Yoga Collective
Mon, Jul 07, 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
Diversity Book Club - "The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian" by Alexie
Mon, Jul 07, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual - Zoom
Please join us for a discussion of Sherman Alexie's 2007 young adult novel.
English Language Learning (ELL) 1 Workshop - Beginner Conversation
Tue, Jul 08, 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, Jul 08, 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!
Fables and Fun
Tue, Jul 08, 10:15am - 10:45am
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
An engaging story time that will have you laughing, moving, and wanting to know what's on the next page! (Ages 0-5)
Playtime! - ¡Hora de jugar!
Tue, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:15am
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 w/Kofi Dennis
Tue, Jul 08, 11:00am - 11:45am
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - First Floor
Kofi, a WolfTrap BabyArtsPlay artist, leads our program today. (Ages 0-5)
Animal Encounters: Amazing Adaptations with Bar C Ranch - Encuentros con animales: Adaptaciones asombrosas
Tue, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Leonard "Chick" Armstrong Recreational Center - 25 W Reed Ave, Alexandria
This exciting program introduces 5 or more animals from around the world. Learn about their habitats, diets and some of the amazing adaptations that help them to survive in the wild. (Ages 6-12)
Pokemon GO Club!
Tue, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Join Burke’s Pokémon trainers on a hunt to catch as many Pokémon as you can! We’ll take a walk around the Library’s neighborhood together. *Participants’ MUST BRING their own smartphone device.*
Dibuja tu mundo con Raúl the Third - Preescolar a 2.º grado
Tue, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Virtual - Virtual
Acompaña al autor e ilustrador Raúl the Third mientras nos habla de su libro ¡Vamos! ¡A leer! Conoce a Lobito y sus amigos mientras exploran el Festival del Libro Love de su biblioteca. Register
The Magic of Drew Blue Shoes
Tue, Jul 08, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - First Floor
What will Drew have "up his sleeve" today? Ages 6+
Drawing Your World with Raúl The Third - PK-2nd Grade
Tue, Jul 08, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Virtual - Virtual
Join author and illustrator Raúl The Third as he discusses his book ¡Vamos! Let’s Go Read!. Meet Little Lobo and friends as they explore their library's Libro Love Book Festival! Register
Tuesday We Play (ages 5-12) - Martes de juegos (De 5 a 12 años)
Tue, Jul 08, 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.
Duncan and Dragons - NEW CAMPAIGN - REGISTRATION OPEN
Tue, Jul 08, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Ongoing campaign. For inquiries about Dungeon and Dragons please contact Josstin Gogue at jgogue@alexlibraryva.org. (Ages 13-19)
Handcraft Tuesday - Evening Edition
Tue, Jul 08, 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
Helping You Navigate Medicare - VA Insurance Counseling & Assistance Program (VICAP)
Wed, Jul 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Come learn about your Medicare options – Original Medicare (Parts A & B), Medicare Advantage (Part C), Medicare Prescription Drug (Part D), and Medicare Supplement (Medigap).
1s and 2s Time - Tiempo para niños de 1 y 2
Wed, Jul 09, 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
Stitcher's Space - Sew, quilt, knit, crochet, embroider! Every Wednesday!
Wed, Jul 09, 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.
Just Babies - Lap-sit time for ages 0-12 months
Wed, Jul 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - First Floor
Songs, games, yoga and more,just for infants ages 0-12 months.
1s and 2s Time - Tiempo para niños de 1 y 2
Wed, Jul 09, 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
Foam Party!
Wed, Jul 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Get ready to dance, laugh, and let loose as you’re surrounded by cascades of fluffy foam!
Painternoon - A monthly painting club!
Wed, Jul 09, 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!
Mystery Book Club - "Every Time I Go on Vacation Someone Dies" by Catherine Mack
Wed, Jul 09, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Virtual - Zoom
Join us for a discussion of Catherine Mack's first book in The Vacation Mysteries series. Register
Creatives' Club
Wed, Jul 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Draw, write, paint and create! Ages 6-12.
Animal Encounters: Fur, Feathers, and Scales - Encuentros con animales: Pelo, plumas y escamas
Wed, Jul 09, 5:00pm - 5:25pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Why do animals have fur, feathers, or scales? Meet live mammals, birds and reptiles and learn about their habitats and how they live. Presented by Squeals on Wheels. (All ages)
Making History with Library of Virginia
Wed, Jul 09, 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
Animal Encounters: Fur, Feathers, and Scales - Encuentros con animales: Pelo, plumas y escamas
Wed, Jul 09, 5:30pm - 5:55pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Why do animals have fur, feathers, or scales? Meet live mammals, birds and reptiles and learn about their habitats and how they live. Presented by Squeals on Wheels. (All ages)
English Language Learning (ELL) 2 Workshop - Intermediate Conversation
Wed, Jul 09, 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.
Literary Virginia Book Group - Simply Lies by David Baldacci
Wed, Jul 09, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Virtual - Zoom
Read and discuss the best of today's Virginia literature—including books by Virginia Literary Award winners and finalists in fiction and nonfiction.Register
English Language Learning - ELL Classes
Wed, Jul 09, 6:45pm - 7:45pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Drop in Conversational English language learning!
Here Nor There Story Time
Thu, Jul 10, 10:15am - 10:45am
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Come join Mr. Josstin for an adventure worth gathering for. You were there, remember? Great for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5
Storytime in the Reading Garden - Cuentos en el jardín de lectura
Thu, Jul 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
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 0-8 with an adult.
Kaydee Puppets
Thu, Jul 10, 11:00am - 11:30am
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - First Floor
Our favorite family of puppeteers is back for another show. Ages 2+
Here Nor There Story Time
Thu, Jul 10, 11:15am - 11:45am
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Come join Mr. Josstin for an adventure worth gathering for. You were there, remember? Great for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5
Line Dancing
Thu, Jul 10, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - 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.
Relaxation Techniques as Self-Care workshop
Thu, Jul 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Massage therapist Michael Jones will be demonstrating facial acupressure and hand reflexology relaxation techniques as self-care.
Crafting for Teens
Thu, Jul 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library
Come make some crafts in the Duncan teen area!
Baby Bounce - for babies 0-12 months and their caretaker(s)
Thu, Jul 10, 1:15pm - 2:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Baby storytime, plus opportunities to build relationships with other caretakers of young children! For ages 0-12 months, accompanied by an adult. After your first birthday, please attend 1s and 2s.
American Style Mahjong - Learn and Play
Thu, Jul 10, 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.
Tai Chi at Beatley Library - Balance Your Mind and Body
Thu, Jul 10, 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.
Nerdy Knotters - Knitting and Crochet group
Thu, Jul 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
All crafters are welcome! Ages 13+
Dungeons and Dragons: Adult Group! - Adventure awaits!
Thu, Jul 10, 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
Coding Game Night - ages 6-12 - Hands-on fun in programming, robotics, and electronics!
Thu, Jul 10, 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, Jul 10, 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!
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Last updated: May 2021