Resilient Community Idea Swap - World Localization Day!
Sat, Jun 22, All day
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
From Thursday to Saturday, stop into the Barrett Branch to add your sustainable, zero-waste, community-building idea to our wall of ideas. Check out and jot down what others share too!
Registration is now closed
Ukulele Jon and Melissa
Sat, Jun 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Experience the joy of music in an exuberant concert with Ukulele Jon of The Unlikely Strummers, an award winning ukulele group from Rhode Island, and his daughter Melissa. All ages.
Rainbow Rock!
Sat, Jun 22, 11:00am - 11:45am
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Join us for a fantastic musical performance! Your child will learn about shapes, colors, movement, and more! All Ages
Summer Solstice Meditation
Sat, Jun 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
The summer solstice is here! Join us for a special presentation from Amy K,where participants will learn how to use the summer energies to manifest their intentions for the coming months ☀️
Board Game Cafe - Café con juegos de mesa
Sat, Jun 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Check out the Library’s selection of tabletop games. (Ages 5-18)
Preschool STEAM Sundays
Sun, Jun 23, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
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
Mon, Jun 24, 10:00am - 8:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Strong Men & Women in Virginia's History is a traveling exhibition honoring African Americans for their contributions to the Commonwealth from the Library of Virginia.
Baby Time - Hora de bebés
Mon, Jun 24, 10:15am - 10:45am
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Wiggle, scoot and sing at Baby Time! Fingerplay and songs for Ages 0-14 Months.
Storytime in the Reading Garden - Cuentos en el jardín de lectura
Mon, Jun 24, 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 0-5 with an adult.
Baby Time - Hora de bebés
Mon, Jun 24, 11:15am - 11:45am
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Wiggle, scoot and sing at Baby Time! Fingerplay and songs for Ages 0-14 Months.
Science Heroes: Adventure of the Lost Treasure
Mon, Jun 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Barrett Recreation Center
Audience volunteers will help two unlikely heroes conduct exciting science experiments that bring the story to life. (Ages 6-12)
Science Heroes: Adventure of the Lost Treasure
Mon, Jun 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Patrick Henry Recreation Center
Audience volunteers will help two unlikely heroes conduct exciting science experiments that bring the story to life. (Ages 6-12)
Film Series - "All of Us Strangers"
Mon, Jun 24, 3:30pm - 5:15pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate Pride Month by joining us for a 2023 film screening featuring a deeply emotional drama with outstanding acting and a strong story.
Canceled
Read, See, Do at Carlyle House - A leer, ver y hacer en Carlyle House
Mon, Jun 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Carlyle House
Stories and other activities at historic Carlyle House in Old Town. (121 N Fairfax Street). Ages 4-8
Tabletop Games and Teens
Mon, Jun 24, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Teen Area
Where teens can socialize, strategize and learn tabletop games. All materials will be provided. Ages 12-18
Registration is now closed
English Language Learning (ELL) II - Intermediate Conversation
Mon, Jun 24, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
This is a space for intermediate speakers to practice English and build confidence.
PAWS to Read
Mon, Jun 24, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Hot Dog Summer at the Library! Does your 1st-6th grader want to practice reading with a dog? We have 3; 15 minute slots from 5:30-6:30PM. Come read with us! Please call to register. Ages 6-12
English Language Learning (ELL) I - Beginner Conversation
Tue, Jun 25, 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.
Tue, Jun 25, 10:00am - 8:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Strong Men & Women in Virginia's History is a traveling exhibition honoring African Americans for their contributions to the Commonwealth from the Library of Virginia.
Toddler Tuesday - Martes de niños
Tue, Jun 25, 10:15am - 10:45am
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Join us for stories, songs, and movement for kids ages 0-5 !
Playtime! - ¡Hora de jugar!
Tue, Jun 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
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 - Activities For Ages 0-23 Months - La hora de los bebés y los niños
Tue, Jun 25, 11:00am - 11:30am
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - First Floor
Songs, games, movement and more for ages 0-23 months
Rhythmaya Bollywood Dance Experience - Rhythmaya: Baile bollywoodense
Tue, Jun 25, 11:15am - 11:45am
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Rhythmaya is a professional contemporary dance performance group dedicated to bringing South Asian dance traditions alive throughout our global community. All ages.
Tuesday We Play, an after-school maker program - Martes de juegos
Tue, Jun 25, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Join us for a play hour to build, create, and explore! Ages 6-12. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
Duncan and Dragons
Tue, Jun 25, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Introducing the community to D&D through introductory sessions, one-shots, and campaigns. Email Dungeon Master Josstin at jgogue@alexlibraryva.org if you're interested in joining. Ages 12-18
Wed, Jun 26, 10:00am - 8:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Strong Men & Women in Virginia's History is a traveling exhibition honoring African Americans for their contributions to the Commonwealth from the Library of Virginia.
Baby Bounce: for babies 0-12 months and their caretaker(s) - ¡Que salten los bebés!
Wed, Jun 26, 10:15am - 11:00am
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden
Baby storytime, plus opportunities to build relationships with other caretakers of young children! For ages 0-12 months, accompanied by an adult.
Stitcher's Space - Sew, quilt, knit, crochet, embroider! Every Wednesday!
Wed, Jun 26, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Enjoy weekly sessions with other fiber artists. Share your projects and see others. Quilting tutorials will be provided on the first Wednesday of every month. No registration is required.
1s and 2s Time - Tiempo para niños de 1 y 2
Wed, Jun 26, 11:30am - 12:15pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for your active, growing little ones! Ages 1-2.
Film Series - "Red, White, and Royal Blue"
Wed, Jun 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate Pride Month by joining us for a 2023 romantic comedy, based on the book by Casey McQuiston.
Brixalot Legos - Today's Theme: Duplo Trains
Wed, Jun 26, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - First Floor
Duplo train Legos and more--come and play!Recommended for ages 5+.
Animal Encounters: Birds of Prey - Encuentros con animales: Aves rapaces
Wed, Jun 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden
Learn about backyard raptors (and see some in real life) with wildlife rehabilitators Secret Garden Birds and Bees. (All ages)
Spitfire Book club - Kindergarten - 3rd grade
Wed, Jun 26, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Spitfire club, Summer Session. Changing the world, one book at a time! Kindergarten - 3rd Grade.
Alexandria Scholarship Fund Book Club
Wed, Jun 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Read about kids meeting their college goals while receiving practical advice from the Alexandria Scholarship Fund to help you reach your own. Grades 6-12.
DIY Strawberry Corner Bookmark
Wed, Jun 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
T'is the season for fresh berries and reads! Join us for a beginner friendly craft with minimal sewing - for Teens and Adults
Duncan Book Group - (ONLINE) "On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous" by Ocean Vuong
Wed, Jun 26, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Zoom
Join our ONLINE book club that meets in the evening, every third Wednesday of the month, to discuss a book chosen by one of the members!
Romance Book Club - "10 Things That Never Happened" by Alexis Hall
Wed, Jun 26, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual - Zoom
Do you love to read romance novels? Want to talk about them with other romance book lovers? Join us on the last Wednesday of the month! Click on the event title for more details.Register
English Language Learning (ELL) I - Beginner Conversation
Thu, Jun 27, 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.
Thu, Jun 27, 10:00am - 8:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Strong Men & Women in Virginia's History is a traveling exhibition honoring African Americans for their contributions to the Commonwealth from the Library of Virginia.
Toddler Rock N' Read - Rock 'N' Read para niños
Thu, Jun 27, 10:15am - 10:45am
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Take a bite out of summer fun with Mr. Josstin at Toddler Rock N' Read. Great for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5
Storytime in the Reading Garden - Cuentos en el jardín de lectura
Thu, Jun 27, 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 0-5 with an adult.
Summer Quest: Outdoor Play Mornings on the Columbus St Lawn - Juegos al aire libre
Thu, Jun 27, 11:00am - 11:45am
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Outdoors
It's time to play on the lawn outside the Children's Room. Ages 2+
Line dancing
Thu, Jun 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Toddler Rock N' Read - Rock 'N' Read para niños
Thu, Jun 27, 11:15am - 11:45am
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Take a bite out of summer fun with Mr. Josstin at Toddler Rock N' Read. Great for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5
African American Film Series - "Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks"
Thu, Jun 27, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a screening of this 2017 film based on the book by the same name by Rebecca Skloot.
Learn and Play Mahjong - American Style (winning hands on 2024 League card)
Thu, Jun 27, 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 from 2-4 pm on the second floor. Accommodation is for 12 players so first come first served if more than 12.
Summer Quest: Amazing Reptiles - Encuentros con animales: Mis reptiles
Thu, Jun 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Meet and learn about some amazing reptiles with My Reptile Guys. Ages 6+
Canceled
Young Beacons of Literacy Book Club
Thu, Jun 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Read the powerful stories of black icons you didn't hear about in school with the brothers of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Incorporated. Ages 13-18.
Tai Chi at Beatley Library - Balance Your Mind and Body
Thu, Jun 27, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden
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.
Girls Who Code - Let's learn to program! (ages 8-12) - Aprendamos a programar
Thu, Jun 27, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Learn programming basics with books and games, plus computers. We'll take on this adventure with the support of a professional computer programmer. No prior coding knowledge necessary. Ages 8-12.
Nerdy Knotters - Knitters and crochet group
Thu, Jun 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Both beginners and advanced fiber artists are welcome! Ages 12+
Fri, Jun 28, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Strong Men & Women in Virginia's History is a traveling exhibition honoring African Americans for their contributions to the Commonwealth from the Library of Virginia.
The Uncle Devin Show
Fri, Jun 28, 10:30am - 11:30am
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden
Join Uncle Devin for an interactive musical experience that uses percussion instruments to cultivate children’s minds. (All ages)
The Calabash Experience presented by Kemi - The Calabash Experience de Kemi
Fri, Jun 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Explore folktales and dance from all over Africa and beyond. All ages.
The Calabash Experience presented by Kemi - The Calabash Experience de Kemi
Fri, Jun 28, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Explore folktales and dance from all over Africa and beyond.
Fun Friday! - Viernes de diversión
Fri, Jun 28, 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. *Includes slime-making every last Friday of the month!*
Sat, Jun 29, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Strong Men & Women in Virginia's History is a traveling exhibition honoring African Americans for their contributions to the Commonwealth from the Library of Virginia.
Kofi Dennis
Sat, Jun 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden
Enjoy music, dance, drums, and stories highlighting West African culture! (All ages)
Board Game Cafe - Café con juegos de mesa
Sat, Jun 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Check out the Library’s selection of tabletop games. (Ages 5-18)
Oddball Cinema - The Enigma of Kaspar Hauser
Sat, Jun 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
A young man named Kaspar Hauser suddenly appears in Nuremberg in 1828, barely able to talk or walk, and bearing a strange note.
