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A Commonwealth of Cultures Exhibit
- The Virginia Folklife Apprenticeship Program
Fri, Apr 24, All day
Local History/Special Collections
Learn about the Virginia Folklife Program of Virginia Humanities, and how it documents culture in the state, through the portrait photography of Pat Jarrett.
America 250 Community Mini Art Show Canvas Pick-Up
Fri, Apr 24, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Contribute to a mini art show celebrating America 250.
Tiny Art Show: Tiny Chair Edition
Fri, Apr 24, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Artists' tiny artworks, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250, will be on display in the library through May 2.
The Great American PoeTREEs
- writing, display, and magnetic poetry
Fri, Apr 24, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Celebrate National Poetry Month and great American poets by adding your poem to Beatley’s poet-trees in the children’s and teen areas and experimenting with magnetic poetry. (all ages)
Turning the Lens on Plastic Pollution Through Art
- Art Exhibit featuring the Works of the Boys & Girls Club
Fri, Apr 24, All day
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Running through Earth Month, Barrett Branch will feature art created by the Dunbar Boys & Girls Club accompanied by facts on plastic pollution and its impact on our planet.
Footsteps of History
- Virtual Walking Challenge
Fri, Apr 24, All day
Virtual
A "revolutionary" walking challenge for anyone who want to participate. Start at any time, and walk anywhere!
Exhibit: Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka
- The Struggle and Beyond
Fri, Apr 24, 9:00am - 10:00am
Local History/Special Collections
The art exhibit celebrates the anniversary and lasting impact of Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka, a court decision on May 17, 1954, that ended segregation in public schools.
Book Sale
- Friends of Duncan Library
Fri, Apr 24, 10:00am - 5:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library -
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Take your pick from thousands of books for sale for all ages in a wide variety of genres!
Books will be priced at $4.00 for hardcover, $2.00 for paperback, unless otherwise marked.
Baby Storytime
Fri, Apr 24, 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, Apr 24, 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 2-5).
A Commonwealth of Cultures Exhibit
- The Virginia Folklife Apprenticeship Program
Sat, Apr 25, All day
Local History/Special Collections
Learn about the Virginia Folklife Program of Virginia Humanities, and how it documents culture in the state, through the portrait photography of Pat Jarrett.
America 250 Community Mini Art Show Canvas Pick-Up
Sat, Apr 25, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Contribute to a mini art show celebrating America 250.
Tiny Art Show: Tiny Chair Edition
Sat, Apr 25, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Artists' tiny artworks, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250, will be on display in the library through May 2.
The Great American PoeTREEs
- writing, display, and magnetic poetry
Sat, Apr 25, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Celebrate National Poetry Month and great American poets by adding your poem to Beatley’s poet-trees in the children’s and teen areas and experimenting with magnetic poetry. (all ages)
Turning the Lens on Plastic Pollution Through Art
- Art Exhibit featuring the Works of the Boys & Girls Club
Sat, Apr 25, All day
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Running through Earth Month, Barrett Branch will feature art created by the Dunbar Boys & Girls Club accompanied by facts on plastic pollution and its impact on our planet.
Footsteps of History
- Virtual Walking Challenge
Sat, Apr 25, All day
Virtual
A "revolutionary" walking challenge for anyone who want to participate. Start at any time, and walk anywhere!
Exhibit: Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka
- The Struggle and Beyond
Sat, Apr 25, 9:00am - 10:00am
Local History/Special Collections
The art exhibit celebrates the anniversary and lasting impact of Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka, a court decision on May 17, 1954, that ended segregation in public schools.
Borrow a Board Game
Sat, Apr 25, 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!
Book Sale
- Friends of Duncan Library
Sat, Apr 25, 10:00am - 5:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library -
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Take your pick from thousands of books for sale for all ages in a wide variety of genres!
Books will be priced at $4.00 for hardcover, $2.00 for paperback, unless otherwise marked.
Grand Gaming Melee
- Alexandria-Arlington Regional Gaming Group (AARGGH)
Sat, Apr 25, 10:30am - 4:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library -
Large Meeting Room
Grand Gaming Melee: The Alexandria-Arlington Regional Gaming Group (AARGGH) invites you to play dice games, card games, tile games, and just about any other kind of tabletop game.
Games of the States
- Games for ages 6-12
Sat, Apr 25, 11:00am - 3:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Celebrate America 250 with board games about the states. Ages 6-12
Build Your Own Time Capsule
Sat, Apr 25, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library -
Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden,Story Room
All ages are welcome to create a personal time capsule to commemorate America's 250th anniversary. Materials will be provided.
A Celebration of History and Nature
Sat, Apr 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library -
Second Floor
As we celebrate our country's founding, local Virginia Master Naturalists will share information about some regional gems where you can discover history and nature together.
Crafty Kid Series
Sat, Apr 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library -
Meeting Room
Join us one Saturday a month to get crafty! Each month is a new fun craft, followed by open play time and bubbles!
America 250 Community Mini Art Show Canvas Pick-Up
Sun, Apr 26, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Contribute to a mini art show celebrating America 250.
Tiny Art Show: Tiny Chair Edition
Sun, Apr 26, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Artists' tiny artworks, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250, will be on display in the library through May 2.
The Great American PoeTREEs
- writing, display, and magnetic poetry
Sun, Apr 26, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Celebrate National Poetry Month and great American poets by adding your poem to Beatley’s poet-trees in the children’s and teen areas and experimenting with magnetic poetry. (all ages)
Turning the Lens on Plastic Pollution Through Art
- Art Exhibit featuring the Works of the Boys & Girls Club
Sun, Apr 26, All day
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Running through Earth Month, Barrett Branch will feature art created by the Dunbar Boys & Girls Club accompanied by facts on plastic pollution and its impact on our planet.
Footsteps of History
- Virtual Walking Challenge
Sun, Apr 26, All day
Virtual
A "revolutionary" walking challenge for anyone who want to participate. Start at any time, and walk anywhere!
Exhibit: Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka
- The Struggle and Beyond
Sun, Apr 26, 9:00am - 10:00am
Local History/Special Collections
The art exhibit celebrates the anniversary and lasting impact of Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka, a court decision on May 17, 1954, that ended segregation in public schools.
Book Sale
- Friends of Duncan Library
Sun, Apr 26, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library -
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Take your pick from thousands of books for sale for all ages in a wide variety of genres!
Books will be priced at $4.00 for hardcover, $2.00 for paperback, unless otherwise marked.
Colonial Crafternoon
- Cross-Stitch
Sun, Apr 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library -
Large Meeting Room
Learn about the art of cross-stitch, a craft popular during the American Colonial period. Create a small sampler to take home.
Alexandria Oddball Cinema
- "Odd Man Out"
Sun, Apr 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library -
Meeting Room
Oddball Cinema brings you all of the weird, eclectic, and lesser-known films you probably never saw in theaters.
Cancelled
Sunday Story Time
Sun, Apr 26, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library
Wiggle, crawl and clap at Baby Time! Fingerplay and songs for Ages 0-24 months.
A Commonwealth of Cultures Exhibit
- The Virginia Folklife Apprenticeship Program
Mon, Apr 27, All day
Local History/Special Collections
Learn about the Virginia Folklife Program of Virginia Humanities, and how it documents culture in the state, through the portrait photography of Pat Jarrett.
America 250 Community Mini Art Show Canvas Pick-Up
Mon, Apr 27, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Contribute to a mini art show celebrating America 250.
Tiny Art Show: Tiny Chair Edition
Mon, Apr 27, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Artists' tiny artworks, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250, will be on display in the library through May 2.
The Great American PoeTREEs
- writing, display, and magnetic poetry
Mon, Apr 27, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Celebrate National Poetry Month and great American poets by adding your poem to Beatley’s poet-trees in the children’s and teen areas and experimenting with magnetic poetry. (all ages)
Turning the Lens on Plastic Pollution Through Art
- Art Exhibit featuring the Works of the Boys & Girls Club
Mon, Apr 27, All day
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Running through Earth Month, Barrett Branch will feature art created by the Dunbar Boys & Girls Club accompanied by facts on plastic pollution and its impact on our planet.
Footsteps of History
- Virtual Walking Challenge
Mon, Apr 27, All day
Virtual
A "revolutionary" walking challenge for anyone who want to participate. Start at any time, and walk anywhere!
Exhibit: Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka
- The Struggle and Beyond
Mon, Apr 27, 9:00am - 10:00am
Local History/Special Collections
The art exhibit celebrates the anniversary and lasting impact of Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka, a court decision on May 17, 1954, that ended segregation in public schools.
Baby Time
Mon, Apr 27, 10:15am - 10:45am
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library -
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Wiggle, crawl and clap at Baby Time!
Storytime in the Reading Garden
- Cuentos en el jardín de lectura
Mon, Apr 27, 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.
The Art of Arabic Calligraphy and Language
Mon, Apr 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library -
Meeting Room
In celebration of Arab American Heritage Month, we invite you to join us for a presentation on the Arabic language and calligraphy.
Baby Time
Mon, Apr 27, 11:15am - 11:45am
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library -
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Wiggle, crawl and clap at Baby Time!
English Language Learning (ELL)
Mon, Apr 27, 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.
AAR Movie Series
Mon, Apr 27, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library -
Meeting Room
Join us on some fun adventures through the ages of America! (All ages)
Restful Readaloud
- Stories from American History
Mon, Apr 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library -
Story Room
No one's too old to enjoy being read to! Relax and unwind while a librarian reads you a story or two that explores 250+ years of American history. Ages 6-12 (and anyone who can sit quietly and listen)
English Language Learning (ELL) 2 Workshop
- Intermediate Conversation
Mon, Apr 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.
Teen Takeover
Mon, Apr 27, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Ages 12-18. Do homework, play games, and just hang out in an area set aside for teens ONLY!
Horror Fans Unite!
- A year-round horror club!
Mon, Apr 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library -
Second Floor
Do you like scary movies, books, tv shows, or video games? Do you enjoy making horror themed DIY projects? This is the event for you!
A Commonwealth of Cultures Exhibit
- The Virginia Folklife Apprenticeship Program
Tue, Apr 28, All day
Local History/Special Collections
Learn about the Virginia Folklife Program of Virginia Humanities, and how it documents culture in the state, through the portrait photography of Pat Jarrett.
America 250 Community Mini Art Show Canvas Pick-Up
Tue, Apr 28, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Contribute to a mini art show celebrating America 250.
Tiny Art Show: Tiny Chair Edition
Tue, Apr 28, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Artists' tiny artworks, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250, will be on display in the library through May 2.
The Great American PoeTREEs
- writing, display, and magnetic poetry
Tue, Apr 28, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Celebrate National Poetry Month and great American poets by adding your poem to Beatley’s poet-trees in the children’s and teen areas and experimenting with magnetic poetry. (all ages)
Turning the Lens on Plastic Pollution Through Art
- Art Exhibit featuring the Works of the Boys & Girls Club
Tue, Apr 28, All day
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Running through Earth Month, Barrett Branch will feature art created by the Dunbar Boys & Girls Club accompanied by facts on plastic pollution and its impact on our planet.
Footsteps of History
- Virtual Walking Challenge
Tue, Apr 28, All day
Virtual
A "revolutionary" walking challenge for anyone who want to participate. Start at any time, and walk anywhere!
Exhibit: Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka
- The Struggle and Beyond
Tue, Apr 28, 9:00am - 10:00am
Local History/Special Collections
The art exhibit celebrates the anniversary and lasting impact of Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka, a court decision on May 17, 1954, that ended segregation in public schools.
English Language Learning (ELL) 1 Workshop
- Beginner Conversation
Tue, Apr 28, 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, Apr 28, 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, Apr 28, 10:30am - 10:45am
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library -
Youth Services Area
Start your morning with stories, rhymes, and songs in English and Spanish ¡Empieza su mañana con cuentos, rimas y canciones en inglés y español!
Playtime!
- ¡Hora de jugar!
Tue, Apr 28, 11:00am - 11:45am
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
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, Apr 28, 11:00am - 11:35am
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, Apr 28, 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. (ages 0-4).
Passport to American History with Felicity Merriman
- American Girls Celebrate America 250
Tue, Apr 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Learn to embroider, play colonial-era ninepins, and learn about 1770s America through the eyes of American Girl Doll Felicity Merriman! (Ages 6-12)
Financial Literacy for Teens
Tue, Apr 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library -
Meeting Room
Learn about money and finances.
Crafting for Teens: Bookmark Weaving
Tue, Apr 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library -
Teen Area
Join our teen team for a hands-on historical craft where teens will learn basic weaving techniques on a miniature loom!
Duncan and Dragons
- Arkipeligo
Tue, Apr 28, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library -
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Join DM Mike in a high seas DnD adventure! Ages 13-18. Registration required.
Build Your Own Rain Barrel Workshop
Tue, Apr 28, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library -
Large Meeting Room
At this workshop you will learn how to install and maintain a rain barrel and build one to take home. Registration is required, with a fee of $55 for the cost of the barrel.
Eco:mmunion
- Conversations to Sustain People and Planet
Tue, Apr 28, 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.
Handcraft Tuesday - Evening Edition
Tue, Apr 28, 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!
A Commonwealth of Cultures Exhibit
- The Virginia Folklife Apprenticeship Program
Wed, Apr 29, All day
Local History/Special Collections
Learn about the Virginia Folklife Program of Virginia Humanities, and how it documents culture in the state, through the portrait photography of Pat Jarrett.
America 250 Community Mini Art Show Canvas Pick-Up
Wed, Apr 29, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Contribute to a mini art show celebrating America 250.
Tiny Art Show: Tiny Chair Edition
Wed, Apr 29, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Artists' tiny artworks, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250, will be on display in the library through May 2.
The Great American PoeTREEs
- writing, display, and magnetic poetry
Wed, Apr 29, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Celebrate National Poetry Month and great American poets by adding your poem to Beatley’s poet-trees in the children’s and teen areas and experimenting with magnetic poetry. (all ages)
Turning the Lens on Plastic Pollution Through Art
- Art Exhibit featuring the Works of the Boys & Girls Club
Wed, Apr 29, All day
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Running through Earth Month, Barrett Branch will feature art created by the Dunbar Boys & Girls Club accompanied by facts on plastic pollution and its impact on our planet.
Footsteps of History
- Virtual Walking Challenge
Wed, Apr 29, All day
Virtual
A "revolutionary" walking challenge for anyone who want to participate. Start at any time, and walk anywhere!
Exhibit: Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka
- The Struggle and Beyond
Wed, Apr 29, 9:00am - 10:00am
Local History/Special Collections
The art exhibit celebrates the anniversary and lasting impact of Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka, a court decision on May 17, 1954, that ended segregation in public schools.
Stitcher's Space
- Sew, quilt, knit, crochet, embroider! Every Wednesday!
Wed, Apr 29, 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 (first session)
- Tiempo para niños de 1 y 2
Wed, Apr 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library -
Large Meeting Room
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for your active, growing little ones! Ages 1-2
Just Babies
- Solo Los Bebés
Wed, Apr 29, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library -
Youth Services Area
A lap-sit and playtime just for babies ages 0-12 months and their grownups.
1s and 2s Time (second session)
- Tiempo para niños de 1 y 2
Wed, Apr 29, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library -
Large Meeting Room
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for your active, growing little ones! Ages 1-2
Medicare 101
- Helping you navigate Medicare with VA Insurance Counseling
Wed, Apr 29, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library -
Beth Patridge 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)
Artful Flowers
Wed, Apr 29, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library -
Meeting Room
Artificial flowers are versatile decorations that date back long before the 18th century. Join us to to make your own flowers on stems or as a brooch.
This event is full
Spitfire Club
- Kindergarten - 3rd grade
Wed, Apr 29, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library -
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Changing the world, one book at a time!
English Language Learning (ELL) 2 Workshop
- Intermediate Conversation
Wed, Apr 29, 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.
DIY Paper Marbling
Wed, Apr 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library -
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Join us for a historic technique used to create beautiful designs on paper, which you can use to decorate the interior of your favorite book or journal!
This event is full
Knit Nite!
- A knitting club for kids ages 8-18.
Wed, Apr 29, 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.
Ghost Stories in the American South
- A historical perspective on ghosts in Sing, Unburied, Sing
Wed, Apr 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library -
Second Floor
Office of Historic Alexandria staff will join us to help unpack the differing concepts of ghosts, ghost stories, and other spirits raised in Jesmyn Ward’s novel "Sing, Unburied, Sing."
English Language Learning
Wed, Apr 29, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Duncan Library
Join us every Wednesday evening for FREE beginner to intermediate classes! / ¡Únase a nosotros todos los miércoles por la noche para recibir clases GRATIS para principiantes e intermedios!
Romance Book Club
Wed, Apr 29, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual -
Virtual
Do you love to read romance novels? Want to talk about them with other romance enthusiasts? Join us on the last Wednesday of the month! Click on the event title for more details.
America 250 Community Mini Art Show Canvas Pick-Up
Thu, Apr 30, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Contribute to a mini art show celebrating America 250.
Tiny Art Show: Tiny Chair Edition
Thu, Apr 30, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Artists' tiny artworks, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250, will be on display in the library through May 2.
The Great American PoeTREEs
- writing, display, and magnetic poetry
Thu, Apr 30, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Celebrate National Poetry Month and great American poets by adding your poem to Beatley’s poet-trees in the children’s and teen areas and experimenting with magnetic poetry. (all ages)
Turning the Lens on Plastic Pollution Through Art
- Art Exhibit featuring the Works of the Boys & Girls Club
Thu, Apr 30, All day
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Running through Earth Month, Barrett Branch will feature art created by the Dunbar Boys & Girls Club accompanied by facts on plastic pollution and its impact on our planet.
Footsteps of History
- Virtual Walking Challenge
Thu, Apr 30, All day
Virtual
A "revolutionary" walking challenge for anyone who want to participate. Start at any time, and walk anywhere!
Exhibit: Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka
- The Struggle and Beyond
Thu, Apr 30, 9:00am - 10:00am
Local History/Special Collections
The art exhibit celebrates the anniversary and lasting impact of Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka, a court decision on May 17, 1954, that ended segregation in public schools.
English Language Learning (ELL) 1 Workshop
- Beginner Conversation
Thu, Apr 30, 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.
Bilingual Storytime
- Cuentacuentos Bilingüe
Thu, Apr 30, 10:15am - 10:45am
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library -
Beth Patridge Meeting Room,Children's Area
A storytime in English and Spanish. un cuentacuentos en inglés y español.
PreSchool Story Time: American Folk Songs
Thu, Apr 30, 11:00am - 11:40am
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library -
Youth Services Area
PreSchool Story Time celebrates our country with traditional songs and stories.
Line Dancing 101
Thu, Apr 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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 shoes!
Bilingual Storytime
- Cuentacuentos Bilingüe
Thu, Apr 30, 11:15am - 11:45am
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library -
Beth Patridge Meeting Room,Children's Area
A storytime in English and Spanish. un cuentacuentos en inglés y español.
Line Dancing 201
Thu, Apr 30, 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, Apr 30, 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 0-14 months, accompanied by an adult. 15 months and older, please attend 1s and 2s.
How to Avoid Identity Theft
Thu, Apr 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library -
Meeting Room
Identity theft can happen to anyone, but you can take steps to protect yourself.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Apr 30, 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.
The Soul of Algeria: Music, Fashion, Food & Stories
Thu, Apr 30, 4:00pm - 7:45pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library -
Meeting Room
In celebration of National Arab American Heritage Month, this special cultural program invites the public to explore Algeria's rich heritage.
Mending by Hand
- Learn basic skills so you can do your own mending at home!
Thu, Apr 30, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library -
Large Meeting Room
Guidance on patching, hemming, sewing on buttons, and Japanese Sashiko mending. All supplies included. Ages 14 and up.
Spitfire
- 4th and 5th Grade
Thu, Apr 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library -
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Changing the world one book at a time!
The CHAT
- Change Happens with Alexandria Teens
Thu, Apr 30, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library -
Board Room
Ages 14-19. Participate in this special recorded conversation about being a teen in Alexandria.
Coding Game Night - ages 6-12
- Hands-on fun in programming, robotics, and electronics!
Thu, Apr 30, 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! Ages 6-12.
Nerdy Knotters
- Knitting and Crochet group
Thu, Apr 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library -
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Both beginners and advanced fiber artists are welcome! Ages 13+
Writing Beloved Characters & Powerful Resilience
- with Award-Winning and NYT Bestselling Author Jason Reynolds
Thu, Apr 30, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual -
Virtual
Join us in conversation with bestselling author Jason Reynolds as we discuss his latest work, Coach, the fifth–and last–entry in the highly popular Track series.
Estate Planning 101
Thu, Apr 30, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual -
Virtual
Join us on April 30, 2026, for a presentation on Estate Planning 101
A Commonwealth of Cultures Exhibit
- The Virginia Folklife Apprenticeship Program
Fri, May 01, All day
Local History/Special Collections
Learn about the Virginia Folklife Program of Virginia Humanities, and how it documents culture in the state, through the portrait photography of Pat Jarrett.
America 250 Community Mini Art Show
Fri, May 01, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Visit the Burke Branch Library to view youth-made art celebrating American 250.
Tiny Art Show: Tiny Chair Edition
Fri, May 01, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Artists' tiny artworks, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250, will be on display in the library through May 2.
Footsteps of History
- Virtual Walking Challenge
Fri, May 01, All day
Virtual
A "revolutionary" walking challenge for anyone who want to participate. Start at any time, and walk anywhere!
Exhibit: Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka
- The Struggle and Beyond
Fri, May 01, 9:00am - 10:00am
Local History/Special Collections
The art exhibit celebrates the anniversary and lasting impact of Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka, a court decision on May 17, 1954, that ended segregation in public schools.
Introduction to Hula
Fri, May 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library -
Meeting Room
Join us for an introductory Hula dance class where you will become familiar with basic Hula steps and hand movements.
Cancelled
Introduction to Hula
Fri, May 01, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Join us for an introductory Hula dance class where you will become familiar with basic Hula steps & hand movements.
Film Screening
- "Sinners"
Fri, May 01, 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library -
Meeting Room
Please join us for a screening of the acclaimed 2025 horror film set in 1932 in the Mississippi Delta.
Lego Competition
Fri, May 01, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library -
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Bring your best building brains! Ages 6-12
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