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TEENS

LET YOUR VOICE BE HEARD!

You’re an important part of our community! Join our Teen Advisory Group (TAG) and help make a
difference at the Alexandria Library. Advisory group members can implement new programs,
weigh in on Library decisions, and earn volunteer hours.

Meetings take place on the third Thursday of every month. Interested? Fill out this form.

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READ, WATCH, AND LISTEN

Your Library card gives you access to traditional print materials plus graphic novels, DVDs, Playaways, and tons of digital resources, including streaming movies, music, and eBooks. You might be interested in checking out:

COMICS E-BOOKS & E-AUDIOBOOKS DIGITAL MAGAZINES MOVIES & TV MUSIC
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TEEN EVENTS
Stitcher's Space - Sew, quilt, knit, crochet, embroider! Every Wednesday!
Wed, Aug 20, 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.
English Language Learning (ELL) 2 Workshop - Intermediate Conversation
Wed, Aug 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.
Introduction to Korean Language & Culture
Wed, Aug 20, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
Join Byul, a certified educator, for a fun Korean language and culture intro! Perfect for beginners—space is limited, sign up today!
Registration is now closed
August Artist Adventure
Thu, Aug 21, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Take Home Kits, available starting August 21 at the Beatley Information Desk.
English Language Learning (ELL) 1 Workshop - Beginner Conversation
Thu, Aug 21, 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.
Book a Librarian - Applications Assistance
Thu, Aug 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Schedule time with a librarian on Thursday mornings to receive help with applications. Appointments are available at 10 AM and 11 AM. Please call 703-746-1721 to schedule an appointment.
Summer Film Series - "Pinball: The Man Who Saved the Game"
Thu, Aug 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Please join us for a screening of a 2022 biographical comedy-drama film based on the true story of Roger Sharpe, the pinball wizard who helped overturn NYC's 35-year ban on pinball machines in 1976.
Nerdy Knotters - Knitting and Crochet group
Thu, Aug 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Teen Area
All crafters are welcome! Ages 13+
August Artist Adventure
Fri, Aug 22, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Take Home Kits, available starting August 21 at the Beatley Information Desk.
August Artist Adventure
Sat, Aug 23, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Take Home Kits, available starting August 21 at the Beatley Information Desk.
Board Game Cafe - Café con juegos de mesa
Sat, Aug 23, 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
DIY Birthday Cards - Celebrate Alexandria Library's birthday!
Sat, Aug 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
August is Alexandria Library's birthday month, so let's celebrate by making birthday cards!
Rescheduled
French Conversation Club
Sat, Aug 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
New date Saturday, August 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Ages 14+. Develop and exercise your French conversation skills.
August Artist Adventure
Sun, Aug 24, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Take Home Kits, available starting August 21 at the Beatley Information Desk.
August Artist Adventure
Mon, Aug 25, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Take Home Kits, available starting August 21 at the Beatley Information Desk.
English Language Learning (ELL) 2 Workshop - Intermediate Conversation
Mon, Aug 25, 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.
August Artist Adventure
Tue, Aug 26, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Take Home Kits, available starting August 21 at the Beatley Information Desk.
English Language Learning (ELL) 1 Workshop - Beginner Conversation
Tue, Aug 26, 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.
Duncan and Dragons - NEW CAMPAIGN - REGISTRATION CLOSED
Tue, Aug 26, 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)
Eco:mmunion - Conversations to Sustain People and Planet
Tue, Aug 26, 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Looking for a space to talk about climate change and the things affected that we love? Join us for a monthly discussion focused on a relevant topic. Register to receive the materials suggestions.
August Artist Adventure
Wed, Aug 27, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Take Home Kits, available starting August 21 at the Beatley Information Desk.
Stitcher's Space - Sew, quilt, knit, crochet, embroider! Every Wednesday!
Wed, Aug 27, 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.
English Language Learning (ELL) 2 Workshop - Intermediate Conversation
Wed, Aug 27, 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.
August Artist Adventure
Thu, Aug 28, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Take Home Kits, available starting August 21 at the Beatley Information Desk.
Book a Librarian - Applications Assistance
Thu, Aug 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Schedule time with a librarian on Thursday mornings to receive help with applications. Appointments are available at 10 AM and 11 AM. Please call 703-746-1721 to schedule an appointment.
Crafting for Teens
Thu, Aug 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library
Come make some crafts in the Duncan teen area!
T(w)een STEM Hour
Thu, Aug 28, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
Let's go on a STEM adventure with a new science experiment every month!
Nerdy Knotters - Knitting and Crochet group
Thu, Aug 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
All crafters are welcome! Ages 13+
Board Game Cafe - Café con juegos de mesa
Sat, Aug 30, 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
French Conversation Club
Sat, Aug 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Board Room
Ages 14+. Develop and exercise your French conversation skills.
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Last updated: March 2025