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KATE WALLER BARRETT BRANCH LIBRARY

Hours & Location

Library branches are closed to the public on Fridays, however, curbside service is available from 11 am to 4 pm.

Please schedule your curbside pick up here.

Mon, Apr 12 11:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Apr 13 Closed
Wed, Apr 14 11:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Apr 15 Closed
Fri, Apr 16 Closed
Sat, Apr 17 11:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Apr 18 Closed
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Address
717 Queen Street
Alexandria
Alexandria, VA 22314
Tel: 703.746.1703
Fax: 703.746.1708
About the branch

Parking: No library parking lot.  Street parking is available.  A paid parking lot is available on the 100 block of North Alfred Street. 

Public Transit:

  • Metrorail: Yellow and Blue lines at Braddock Road (1 mile) and King Street Stations (1.1 miles). 
  • Metrobus: 10A, 10B, 10E, 11Y
  • DASH Bus: AT2/AT5/AT8
  • King Street Trolley:  King & Columbus
Upcoming Virtual Events
Stories and Songs
Tue, Apr 13, 10:00am - 10:30am
Virtual
Spend Tuesday Morning with us! Join us virtually for your favorite songs and stories to share with Miss Venetta! Register
Bilingual Storytime with Ms. Eli
Tue, Apr 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Virtual
Join Ms. Eli from her home for this virtual Spanish-English storytime. Sing songs and she'll read a book or two. Intended for ages 2 to 4, but all children and families are welcome to join in! Register
Baby Time
Tue, Apr 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
Virtual
Join us for baby time before your mid-morning nap for singing, fingerplay and books with Miss Venetta! Register
All Alexandria Reads: Library Explorers - A STEAM StoryTime With Miss Lisa
Tue, Apr 13, 11:00am - 11:40am
Virtual
Join Miss Lisa and explore our non-fiction collection with songs, stories, games and more  in a program for ages 2+.Register
Introduction to Research on Westlaw
Tue, Apr 13, 11:15am - 12:15pm
Virtual
This class will cover research fundamentals on Thomson Reuters Westlaw. Hosted by the experts at Westlaw. Register
Tween Art 101 - AAR Paper Bead Craft
Tue, Apr 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual
Learn how to make unique and personalized pieces of jewelry with paper beads.Register
Self-Publishing 201 - The Next Steps Workshop
Tue, Apr 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Learn more about what to do after you finish that manuscript! Register
Let's Talk Books - "The Library Book" by Susan Orlean
Tue, Apr 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Please join us online to discuss this year's All Alexandria Reads selection "The Library Book" by Susan Orlean. Register
Handcraft Tuesday - Evening Edition
Tue, Apr 13, 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!
Tales & Ales
Tue, Apr 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Join us for a book club with a beer--and this month, the author!Register
Baby and Toddler Time With Miss Lisa
Wed, Apr 14, All day
Virtual
Looking for ways to interact with your little one? Join Miss Lisa for songs, games, movement, yoga and a "book of the week."   A new episode premiers each week on YouTube. Ages 0-24 months.
ESL for Conversational Beginners
Wed, Apr 14, 10:30am - 11:45am
Virtual
This conversation class is for all levels, but will cater particularly toward beginners. Intermediate students will be broken off into a separate group to read a current event and discuss.
From My Window with Ms. Suzanne - The Midnight Library and Squirrels
Wed, Apr 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Virtual
Join Ms. Suzanne on Zoom to sing songs and listen to a story about things we can see outside. Designed for ages 1 to 3, but anyone can join!Register
Advanced Legal Research on Westlaw
Wed, Apr 14, 11:15am - 12:15pm
Virtual
Advanced Research on Westlaw is designed help researchers refine search construction. Hosted by the experts at Westlaw.Register
If Walls Could Talk - The Grandest Congress at Carlyle House
Wed, Apr 14, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual
Join Carlyle House Site Manager, Andrea Cochrane Tracey, to discover why some argue that the seeds of independence may have been planted here in Alexandria. Registration required.Register
ESL Conversation Club - Let's Talk!
Wed, Apr 14, 2:00pm - 3:15pm
Virtual
Join us to practice your English language skills with others in an informal environment!Register
Pre-K Storytime
Wed, Apr 14, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Virtual
Join Miss Amy for stories, songs, rhymes, and other fun activities! This program is geared toward ages 3-5, but children of all ages are welcome to participate.Register
Pajama Story Time
Wed, Apr 14, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Virtual
Join Miss Kayla and Miss Katie for a collection of fantastic bed time stories. A perfect program to add to your evening routine. Register
Youth Climate Crisis Action Training - Extinction Rebellion Youth
Wed, Apr 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Join facilitators from Extinction Rebellion Youth DC for a 1-hour training covering how to respond to the climate emergency through organized actions based on XRYouth principles.
1000 Books: Story Time With Miss Lisa
Thu, Apr 15, 10:00am - 10:40am
Virtual
Join Miss Lisa and "Ally Gator" for an interactive story hour for preschoolers and their siblings.Register
Toddler Rock N' Read
Thu, Apr 15, 10:00am - 10:30am
Virtual
Hello April how are you? I'm happy to share toddler story time with you! Join us virtually each Thursday morning at 10AM. Register
Streaming Storytime with Miss Christian!
Thu, Apr 15, 11:00am - 11:30am
Virtual
Join Miss Christian each week for stories and songs. Ages 0-5.Register
Burke Book Club - "The Library Book" by Susan Orlean
Thu, Apr 15, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Virtual
Please join us online to discuss this year's All Alexandria Reads selection "The Library Book" by Susan Orlean. Register
Virtual Carefull Knitting
Thu, Apr 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual
Join us online for Barrett's knitting and crochet social group! Register
Alexandria's Serial Killer - Author Talk by Bryan Porter
Thu, Apr 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Public Prosecutor Bryan Porter gives a talk on his book, "The Parable of the Knocker." Register
Great Books Discussion Group
Thu, Apr 15, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual
Join us for a virtual meeting the third Thursday of each month! Register
Fun with Friends - Games, Trivia, Books, and More!
Thu, Apr 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Join us virtually as we compete with trivia, play mad libs, tell jokes, write and listen to stories. Ages 8-18.Register
Personal Digital Archiving
Fri, Apr 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual
Your photos, documents, audio and video files require special care to keep them usable into the future. Learn how to do it with this class.Register
Family Storytime
Fri, Apr 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
Virtual
Join Miss Amy and Miss Amanda each Friday morning for stories, songs and rhymes.Register
Preschool Storytime and Craft - Tools!
Fri, Apr 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Virtual
Join Ms. Suzanne for a story, a craft and some silly songs. Ages 3 - 5.Register
Scribble Book Club - "Ban This Book"
Fri, Apr 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Virtual
This month Scribble Book Club will dive into "Ban This Book" by Alan Gratz. Pick up your copy through a Duncan Curbside appointment. Recommended for grades 2-5Register
Digital Collections Around the World
Sat, Apr 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Virtual
Learn about online collections from museums, archives, and libraries around the world.Register
Library-scapes!
Sat, Apr 17, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Virtual
Local artists Teresa Brunson and Lynn Martin will teach basic drawing and watercolor painting skills using the library as inspiration.
This event is full
Cooking with Kole - Nutritious and Delicious!
Sat, Apr 17, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual
Join an online cooking class straight to your own kitchen! Register
Teen Dessert Library
Sat, Apr 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual
All Alexandria Reads is hailing teen library lovers! Build your own library of bookish treats. First we'll make dessert books and then you can recreate the covers of your most beloved.
Teen Nature Photos Contest - March 29 - April 24
Mon, Apr 19, All day
Virtual
Teens! Post a nature photo to Instagram using the hashtag #ALNature_Photos. Weekly, one photo will be shared on Alexandria Library's Instagram and Teens webpage. Contest runs through April 24.
Virtual Toddler Dance Party
Mon, Apr 19, 11:00am - 11:30am
Virtual
Start the week off on the right (or left) foot with a Virtual Toddler Dance Party! Register
Take and Make: Accordion Books
Mon, Apr 19, 11:00am - 6:00pm
Pick Up - Pick Up
Make an accordion book to fill with your own stories, photos or artwork (ages 6-12). Pick up supplies and instructions at the Beatley Central Library.
Let's Talk - An ESL Conversation Class
Mon, Apr 19, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Virtual
Interested in building your confidence in your use of English? Register
So what happened on April 29, 1986?
Mon, Apr 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
On April 29th, 1986, the L.A. County Library's Central Library was engulfed in flames. What else happened that day?Register
Girls Who Code - Grades 6th - 12th
Mon, Apr 19, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Virtual
Girls Who Code is a virtual club that meets weekly to learn, experiment and create with coding. Some coding and circuitry experience suggested.
This event is full
Stories and Songs
Tue, Apr 20, 10:00am - 10:30am
Virtual
Spend Tuesday Morning with us! Join us virtually for your favorite songs and stories to share with Miss Venetta! Register
Bilingual Storytime with Ms. Eli
Tue, Apr 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Virtual
Join Ms. Eli from her home for this virtual Spanish-English storytime. Sing songs and she'll read a book or two. Intended for ages 2 to 4, but all children and families are welcome to join in! Register
Baby Time
Tue, Apr 20, 11:00am - 11:30am
Virtual
Join us for baby time before your mid-morning nap for singing, fingerplay and books with Miss Venetta! Register
All Alexandria Reads: Library Explorers - A STEAM StoryTime With Miss Lisa
Tue, Apr 20, 11:00am - 11:40am
Virtual
Join Miss Lisa and explore our non-fiction collection with songs, stories, games and more  in a program for ages 2+.Register
Take and Make: Accordion Books
Tue, Apr 20, 11:00am - 6:00pm
Pick Up - Pick Up
Make an accordion book to fill with your own stories, photos or artwork (ages 6-12). Pick up supplies and instructions at the Beatley Central Library.
Introduction to Research on Westlaw
Tue, Apr 20, 11:15am - 12:15pm
Virtual
This class will cover research fundamentals on Thomson Reuters Westlaw. Hosted by the experts at Westlaw. Register
Indoor Air Quality & You
Tue, Apr 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Virtual
Celebrate Earth Day with us! Join us to learn more about how you can improve the quality of air you breathe in your home or office. Register
Bar C Ranch Petting Zoo(m) - Large Animals
Tue, Apr 20, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Virtual
Take an immersive and interactive tour with Bar C Ranch around their farm, meeting a variety of animals and learning more about each. Register
Handcraft Tuesday - Evening Edition
Tue, Apr 20, 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!
Stories From Friends - with Storyteller Joyce Morgan Young
Tue, Apr 20, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual
Join us for a night of storytelling for adults and seniors. Register
Girls Who Code Virtual Meet-Up
Tue, Apr 20, 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Virtual
Join us on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month from 7:00pm-8:15pm. Register
Baby and Toddler Time With Miss Lisa
Wed, Apr 21, All day
Virtual
Looking for ways to interact with your little one? Join Miss Lisa for songs, games, movement, yoga and a "book of the week."   A new episode premiers each week on YouTube. Ages 0-24 months.
ESL for Conversational Beginners
Wed, Apr 21, 10:30am - 11:45am
Virtual
This conversation class is for all levels, but will cater particularly toward beginners. Intermediate students will be broken off into a separate group to read a current event and discuss.
From My Window with Ms. Suzanne - On the Farm
Wed, Apr 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Virtual
Join Ms. Suzanne on Zoom to sing songs and listen to a story about things we can see outside. Designed for ages 1 to 3, but anyone can join!Register
All Alexandria Reads: The Midnight Library - A Yoga Story Time With Miss Lisa
Wed, Apr 21, 11:00am - 11:40am
Virtual
A yoga story time version of our All Alexandria Reads picture book choice.Register
Take and Make: Accordion Books
Wed, Apr 21, 11:00am - 6:00pm
Pick Up - Pick Up
Make an accordion book to fill with your own stories, photos or artwork (ages 6-12). Pick up supplies and instructions at the Beatley Central Library.
Advanced Legal Research on Westlaw
Wed, Apr 21, 11:15am - 12:15pm
Virtual
Advanced Research on Westlaw is designed help researchers refine search construction. Hosted by the experts at Westlaw. Register
Stories of Triumph & Loss - Carlyle House in the Civil War
Wed, Apr 21, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual
Through images, letters, and diaries, Carlyle House Site Manager, Andrea Cochrane Tracey, shares how the Carlyle House and Mansion House Hotel were utilized during the Civil War. Register
Teen Book Club - "Suggested Reading"
Wed, Apr 21, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Virtual
In honor of All Alexandria Reads we will be reading "Suggested Reading" by Dave Connis.Register
Pre-K Storytime
Wed, Apr 21, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Virtual
Join Miss Amy for stories, songs, rhymes, and other fun activities! This program is geared toward ages 3-5, but children of all ages are welcome to participate.Register
Tech On Tap - Ending the Pandemic: COVID-19 Vaccines
Wed, Apr 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual
COVID-19 vaccines may be the key to ending the pandemic. They join a list of vaccines that over time have prevented serious illness and even death around the world.Register
Pajama Story Time
Wed, Apr 21, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Virtual
Join Miss Kayla and Miss Katie for a collection of fantastic bed time stories. A perfect program to add to your evening routine. Register
Book Discussion Group - "Fahrenheit 451" by Ray Bradbury
Wed, Apr 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
The Duncan Book Group meets on the third Wednesday of each month. This month we will be reading a special selection for All Alexandria Reads!Register
1000 Books: Story Time With Miss Lisa
Thu, Apr 22, 10:00am - 10:40am
Virtual
Join Miss Lisa and "Ally Gator" for an interactive story hour for preschoolers and their siblings.Register
Toddler Rock N' Read
Thu, Apr 22, 10:00am - 10:30am
Virtual
Hello April how are you? I'm happy to share toddler story time with you! Join us virtually each Thursday morning at 10AM. Register
Streaming Storytime with Miss Christian - Hooray for Earth Day!
Thu, Apr 22, 11:00am - 11:30am
Virtual
Let's show our love for our home the earth on this year's Earth Day! Ages 0-5.Register
Take and Make: Accordion Books
Thu, Apr 22, 11:00am - 6:00pm
Pick Up - Pick Up
Make an accordion book to fill with your own stories, photos or artwork (ages 6-12). Pick up supplies and instructions at the Beatley Central Library.
Arboreal Investigation - Citizen Science with the GLOBE Observer App
Thu, Apr 22, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual
Just as investigators in "The Library Book" sought clues to understand the damage of the L.A. Public Library fire, help examine how trees in your area are withstanding climate and habitat changes. Register
Earth Day Show - Presented by Talewise
Thu, Apr 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Virtual -
Join Talewise for a spectacular Earth Day celebration! Please register at least 15 minutes before the program so that we can send you the link to join us right before the show starts!
Virtual Carefull Knitting
Thu, Apr 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual
Join us online for Barrett's knitting and crochet social group! Register
Bar C Ranch Petting Zoo(m) - Small Animals
Thu, Apr 22, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Virtual
Take an immersive and interactive tour with Bar C Ranch around their farm, meeting a variety of small animals and learning more about each. Register
Public Libraries & Public Art and Architecture
Thu, Apr 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Public libraries and public art are a natural pair. Both inspire, connect and communicate a broad spectrum of ideas.Register
Social Distancing Cinema Discussion - "Not Another Happy Ending"
Thu, Apr 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Join Oddball Cinema and Alexandria Library for Social Distancing Cinema with "Not Another Happy Ending." Watch the movie any time before the event & then join our Zoom discussion.Register
Fun with Friends - Games, Trivia, Books, and More!
Thu, Apr 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Join us virtually as we compete with trivia, play mad libs, tell jokes, write and listen to stories. Ages 8-18.Register
American Girl™ History Club - Featuring Cecile Rey and Marie-Grace Gardner™
Fri, Apr 23, All day
Virtual
A monthly program that features a story, craft, games, and a baking project inspired by a different American Girl™ character. Discover what life was like in Marie-Grace and Cecile's™ era this April!
Find A Good Book
Fri, Apr 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual
Looking for a new book to read and not sure where to start? Learn to use Novelist and Books & Authors to find your next read! Register
Family Storytime
Fri, Apr 23, 10:00am - 10:30am
Virtual
Join Miss Amy and Miss Amanda each Friday morning for stories, songs and rhymes.Register
Preschool Storytime and Craft - Nocturnal Animals
Fri, Apr 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Virtual
Join Ms. Suzanne for a story, a craft and some silly songs. Ages 3 - 5.Register
Take and Make: Accordion Books
Fri, Apr 23, 11:00am - 6:00pm
Pick Up - Pick Up
Make an accordion book to fill with your own stories, photos or artwork (ages 6-12). Pick up supplies and instructions at the Beatley Central Library.
Mobile Libraries - The History and Their Relevance in 2021
Fri, Apr 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Virtual
Please join us for a talk on mobile libraries by the former President of the Association of Bookmobiles & Outreach Services. Register
Estate Planning for Everyone - Wills, Trusts, and Medical Directives
Fri, Apr 23, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Virtual
Please join us for an educational webinar that teaches how you can create the right plan to protect your loved ones and give you peace of mind. Register
American Girl™ History Club - Featuring Cecile Rey and Marie-Grace Gardner™
Sat, Apr 24, All day
Virtual
A monthly program that features a story, craft, games, and a baking project inspired by a different American Girl™ character. Discover what life was like in Marie-Grace and Cecile's™ era this April!
Make Your Own Art Envelope Book - Presented by Artist Laura Hummel
Sat, Apr 24, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Virtual
This virtual class shows you how to create a colorful, individualized envelope book.
This event is full
Rainbow Puppets: "Terrific Tales"
Sat, Apr 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Virtual
Join the Rainbow Puppets as they present “Terrific Tales,” in which some of the most famous classic tales come to life in all-new musical retellings (ages 0-5).Register
Take and Make: Accordion Books
Sat, Apr 24, 11:00am - 6:00pm
Pick Up - Pick Up
Make an accordion book to fill with your own stories, photos or artwork (ages 6-12). Pick up supplies and instructions at the Beatley Central Library.
Cooks and Books - “Waiting for the Biblioburro”
Sat, Apr 24, 1:00pm - 2:15pm
Virtual
Join a chef instructor from Sticky Fingers Cooking to hear a story; then follow along in your home kitchen as they show you how to make a menu inspired by the book!
Rescheduled
Cooks and Books - “Waiting for the Biblioburro”
Sat, Apr 24, 4:00pm - 5:15pm
New date Saturday, April 24, 1:00pm - 2:15pm
Virtual
Join a chef instructor from Sticky Fingers Cooking to hear a story; then follow along in your home kitchen as they show you how to make a menu inspired by the book!
American Girl™ History Club - Featuring Cecile Rey and Marie-Grace Gardner™
Sun, Apr 25, All day
Virtual
A monthly program that features a story, craft, games, and a baking project inspired by a different American Girl™ character. Discover what life was like in Marie-Grace and Cecile's™ era this April!
Bake Along at Home - S'mores Cookies
Sun, Apr 25, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Virtual
Ready your ingredients and get ready to bake along at home! Learn how to make a delicious cookie themed for All Alexandria Reads. Register
American Girl™ History Club - Featuring Cecile Rey and Marie-Grace Gardner™
Mon, Apr 26, All day
Virtual
A monthly program that features a story, craft, games, and a baking project inspired by a different American Girl™ character. Discover what life was like in Marie-Grace and Cecile's™ era this April!
Take and Make: Accordion Books
Mon, Apr 26, 11:00am - 6:00pm
Pick Up - Pick Up
Make an accordion book to fill with your own stories, photos or artwork (ages 6-12). Pick up supplies and instructions at the Beatley Central Library.
Tween Art - Polynesian Tapa Cloth Inspired Craft Kit Pick-Up
Mon, Apr 26, 11:00am - 7:00pm
Craft Pick Up - Craft Pick Up
This month’s first craft kit will feature a craft inspired by tapa cloth, a traditional material used in the South Pacific. Register
Let's Talk - An ESL Conversation Class
Mon, Apr 26, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Virtual
Interested in building your confidence in your use of English? Register
Fires, Floods, and Forgetting - Protecting Cultural Heritage
Mon, Apr 26, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
This special lecture from the Deputy Director Emerita at Smithsonian Libraries is part of All Alexandria Reads. Check out a copy of "The Library Book" by Susan Orlean from your local library branch!Register
Romance Book Club
Mon, Apr 26, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Do you love to read romance novels? Want to talk about them with other romance book lovers? Join us! Register
Girls Who Code - Grades 6th - 12th
Mon, Apr 26, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Virtual
Girls Who Code is a virtual club that meets weekly to learn, experiment and create with coding. Some coding and circuitry experience suggested.
This event is full
American Girl™ History Club - Featuring Cecile Rey and Marie-Grace Gardner™
Tue, Apr 27, All day
Virtual
A monthly program that features a story, craft, games, and a baking project inspired by a different American Girl™ character. Discover what life was like in Marie-Grace and Cecile's™ era this April!
Stories and Songs
Tue, Apr 27, 10:00am - 10:30am
Virtual
Spend Tuesday Morning with us! Join us virtually for your favorite songs and stories to share with Miss Venetta! Register
Bilingual Storytime with Ms. Eli
Tue, Apr 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Virtual
Join Ms. Eli from her home for this virtual Spanish-English storytime. Sing songs and she'll read a book or two. Intended for ages 2 to 4, but all children and families are welcome to join in! Register
Baby Time
Tue, Apr 27, 11:00am - 11:30am
Virtual
Join us for baby time before your mid-morning nap for singing, fingerplay and books with Miss Venetta! Register
All Alexandria Reads: Library Explorers - A STEAM StoryTime With Miss Lisa
Tue, Apr 27, 11:00am - 11:40am
Virtual
Join Miss Lisa and explore our non-fiction collection with songs, stories, games and more  in a program for ages 2+.Register
Take and Make: Accordion Books
Tue, Apr 27, 11:00am - 6:00pm
Pick Up - Pick Up
Make an accordion book to fill with your own stories, photos or artwork (ages 6-12). Pick up supplies and instructions at the Beatley Central Library.
Tween Art - Polynesian Tapa Cloth Inspired Craft Kit Pick-Up
Tue, Apr 27, 11:00am - 7:00pm
Craft Pick Up - Craft Pick Up
This month’s first craft kit will feature a craft inspired by tapa cloth, a traditional material used in the South Pacific. Register
Introduction to Research on Westlaw
Tue, Apr 27, 11:15am - 12:15pm
Virtual
This class will cover research fundamentals on Thomson Reuters Westlaw. Hosted by the experts at Westlaw. Register
We Are Bored(Game) Club - Emoji Book Title Trivia
Tue, Apr 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual
Test your deducing skills with emoji book title trivia. A string of emojis will be the clue. Can you guess the book it describes? For ages 8-14.Register
Handcraft Tuesday - Evening Edition
Tue, Apr 27, 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!
Stories From Friends - with Storyteller Solveig Eggerz
Tue, Apr 27, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual
Join us for a night of storytelling for adults and seniors. Register
Home Buying and Selling Basics
Tue, Apr 27, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual
Do you want to learn more about how to buy or sell a home but don’t know where to start? Register
American Girl™ History Club - Featuring Cecile Rey and Marie-Grace Gardner™
Wed, Apr 28, All day
Virtual
A monthly program that features a story, craft, games, and a baking project inspired by a different American Girl™ character. Discover what life was like in Marie-Grace and Cecile's™ era this April!
Baby and Toddler Time With Miss Lisa
Wed, Apr 28, All day
Virtual
Looking for ways to interact with your little one? Join Miss Lisa for songs, games, movement, yoga and a "book of the week."   A new episode premiers each week on YouTube. Ages 0-24 months.
ESL for Conversational Beginners
Wed, Apr 28, 10:30am - 11:45am
Virtual
This conversation class is for all levels, but will cater particularly toward beginners. Intermediate students will be broken off into a separate group to read a current event and discuss.
From My Window with Ms. Suzanne - Kittens
Wed, Apr 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Virtual
Join Ms. Suzanne on Zoom to sing songs and listen to a story about things we can see outside. Designed for ages 1 to 3, but anyone can join!Register
Take and Make: Accordion Books
Wed, Apr 28, 11:00am - 6:00pm
Pick Up - Pick Up
Make an accordion book to fill with your own stories, photos or artwork (ages 6-12). Pick up supplies and instructions at the Beatley Central Library.
Tween Art - Polynesian Tapa Cloth Inspired Craft Kit Pick-Up
Wed, Apr 28, 11:00am - 7:00pm
Craft Pick Up - Craft Pick Up
This month’s first craft kit will feature a craft inspired by tapa cloth, a traditional material used in the South Pacific. Register
Advanced Legal Research on Westlaw
Wed, Apr 28, 11:15am - 12:15pm
Virtual
Advanced Research on Westlaw is designed help researchers refine search construction. Hosted by the experts at Westlaw. Register
So You Want to Start Your Own Business? - The Business Formation Basics
Wed, Apr 28, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual
If you're thinking about starting a business, you likely already have an idea of what you want to sell. However, do you know how to protect yourself from legal liability?Register
Pre-K Storytime
Wed, Apr 28, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Virtual
Join Miss Amy for stories, songs, rhymes, and other fun activities! This program is geared toward ages 3-5, but children of all ages are welcome to participate.Register
Pajama Story Time - Midnight at the Library
Wed, Apr 28, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Virtual
Featuring All Alexandria Reads Books that are best enjoyed after dark! Bring your favorite blanket and coziest pajamas for these extra special bed time stories! Register
Emergency & Extreme Weather Preparedness - Presented by the Alexandria Office of Emergency Management
Wed, Apr 28, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
In "The Library Book" volunteers helped in the fire damage recovery. For AAR, learn to prepare for and respond to an emergency situation in your community. Part of the Upgraded and Grounded series.
Be Financially Prepared for the Unexpected!
Wed, Apr 28, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Being prepared for the unexpected does not have to be difficult, costly, or time-consuming.Register
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