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ADULT WINTER READING


To celebrate Love Your Library Month, the Library is hosting its annual Adult Winter Reading Contest.

Starting February 1, patrons are encouraged to stop by any Alexandria Library branch to learn more about the Adult Winter Reading program.

By reading one book or listening to one audiobook, you can be entered to win a gift card. You can fill out an entry form at any of the branches or participate at alexandria.beanstack.com. Maximum of five entries per customer.

Physical entries must be submitted by Friday, February 28, 2025. 

 

BOOK MATCH

What are your favorite types of books? What book can you not live without? 

Fill out a short questionnaire and receive a personalized list of book recommendations hand-picked by our staff.

 

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BOOKS & AUTHORS

Browse genres, search for a title or author, review booklists and more.

 

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NOVELIST

Find book recommendations based on appeal factors, curated lists, and read-alikes for titles you enjoy.

 

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Upcoming Events
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Alexandria Oddball Cinema - "Blast of Silence"
Sun, Dec 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a screening of the 1961 film directed by Allen Baron.
Senior Bingo
Mon, Dec 29, 10:30am - 12:15pm
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.
This event is full
English Language Learning (ELL)
Mon, Dec 29, 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
Floating Dice Potion - Join us for this fun Dungeons and Dragons DIY project!
Mon, Dec 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
Let's make a Floating Dice Potion!
Cancelled
Stitcher's Space - Sew, quilt, knit, crochet, embroider! Every Wednesday!
Wed, Dec 31, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
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.
Coffee & Conversation
Sat, Jan 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Join neighbors and other community members for conversation over a cup of coffee.
VETOGA Weekly Community Yoga (Hatha-Raja) - Dharma Level II lessons hosted by Adam Shaw
Sat, Jan 03, 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
English Conversation Club - Develop & Practice Your English Conversation Skills
Sat, Jan 03, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
Welcome! Are you looking to improve your English language skills? Join us for English conversation practice, with new topics each session! Ages 14+
Craft Supply Swap and Handcraft Tuesday Weekend Edition
Sat, Jan 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Story Room
Trade your old craft supplies for something new!
Your Library Card: A Tour - Making the best of the most valuable card in your wallet
Sat, Jan 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Make good on your New Year resolution to read more, learn, explore, create, and connect with your community using your library card!
Spanish Conversation Club
Sat, Jan 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
Develop and exercise your Spanish conversation skills. Ages 14+.
Writers Group at Beatley
Sun, Jan 04, 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!
Oddball Cinema - The Aeronauts
Sun, Jan 04, 2:00pm - 4:45pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Oddball Advetures series
English Language Learning (ELL)
Mon, Jan 05, 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
Cancelled
English Language Learning (ELL) 2 - Conversation Workshop
Mon, Jan 05, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
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) 1 Workshop
Tue, Jan 06, 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.
Sunshine Readers - An outside book club!
Tue, Jan 06, 10:00am - 11:30am
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Outdoors
Let's get some fresh air and enjoy some sunshine as we discuss the latest books we've been reading!
One-On-One Computer Help - at the Barrett Branch
Tue, Jan 06, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Barrett Library has a volunteer available on Tuesdays to help with computer and technologies use. Please call 703-746-1721 to schedule an appointment.
Stitcher's Space - Sew, quilt, knit, crochet, embroider! Every Wednesday!
Wed, Jan 07, 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.
Film Series - "Hamilton"
Wed, Jan 07, 2:00pm - 4:45pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate America's 250th birthday with a show about the real life of one of America's foremost founding fathers and first Secretary of the Treasury, Alexander Hamilton, captured live on Broadway.
Cancelled
English Language Learning (ELL) 2 - Conversation Workshop
Wed, Jan 07, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
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.
Monthly Meditation - A free ONLINE meditation class open to all levels
Wed, Jan 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
ZOOM
Join us the first Wednesday of the month for a relaxing session led by David Kosar with Yoga in Daily Life! We will learn methods, practices, and techniques to help guide you through yogic philosophy
One-on-One Application Assistance
Thu, Jan 08, 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.
English Language Learning (ELL) 1 Workshop
Thu, Jan 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.
Line Dancing 101
Thu, Jan 08, 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
Line Dancing 201
Thu, Jan 08, 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.
Thursday Afternoon Book Discussion - "The Art Forger" by B.A. Shapiro
Thu, Jan 08, 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! 📚 ☕
Art with Julie - Something from Nothing
Thu, Jan 08, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Learn about Colonial American weaving by joining us to weave a small hanging using manmade and natural fibers.
American Style Mahjong - Learn and Play
Thu, Jan 08, 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, Jan 08, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Join Jorge Banales as he gives free 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.
Dungeons and Dragons Adult Group: Group A - Adventure awaits!
Thu, Jan 08, 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
Sit & Stitch
Thu, Jan 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Stitchers of all kinds and skill levels, join us for an hour of stitching and community at Burke Branch Library!
World Short Story Discussion Group
Thu, Jan 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual - Zoom
Celebrate the New Year and love of stories by joining us to discuss these two stories: "Roman Fever" by Edith Wharton, "Little Match Girl" by Hans Christian Anderson.Register
Low Vision Resource Group - Navigation Apps on your Smart Phone
Fri, Jan 09, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Join us to learn about resources for people with low vision.
VETOGA Weekly Community Yoga (Hatha-Raja) - Dharma Level II lessons hosted by Adam Shaw
Sat, Jan 10, 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
Book Journaling Meetup
Sat, Jan 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - First Floor
Join us to work on your book journal and share with others what you've added and read!
Colonial Crafternoon - Potpourri & Pomanders
Sun, Jan 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Learn the art of making potpourri and pomanders, crafts that were popular during Colonial America.
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Last updated:  January 2025