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CHARLES E. BEATLEY, JR. CENTRAL LIBRARY

Hours & Location
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Mon, Oct 27 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Oct 28 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Oct 29 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Oct 30 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Oct 31 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Nov 01 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Nov 02 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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Address
5005 Duke Street
Alexandria, VA 22304
Tel: 703.746.1702
Fax: 703.746.1763
About the branch

Parking: The library has a large parking lot with 175 spaces.

Public Transit:

  • Metrorail: King Street Station (Yellow & Blue Lines 3.2 miles); Van Dorn Station (Blue Line 2.1 miles)
  • Metrobus: F23, F24, A28
  • DASH Bus: 30, 32

For reasonable disability accommodation, contact jgregorio@alexlibraryva.org or call 703.746.1701 or TTY 703.746.1790.

Upcoming Events
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The Order Of The Zine (T.O.O.T.Z.) | Week #5 - Z.A.H.C.
Sun, Oct 26, All day
The Order of the Zine (T.O.O.T.Z.) has come to Alexandria. Each week, pick up your not-so-secret assignments (zine-making kits) and check out your peer's zines in our Zine Library. Ages 7-14.
Cancelled
Storytime in the Reading Garden - Cuentos en el jardín de lectura
Mon, Oct 27, 11:00am - 11:30am
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.
English Language Learning (ELL) 2 Workshop - Intermediate Conversation
Mon, Oct 27, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
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.
Stories without Borders - Hello, Seoul!
Mon, Oct 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Story Room
Learn about Seoul, South Korea in this four-week program full of stories, crafts, games, and more. Then, join a special live Zoom event and meet kids from Seoul! Grades 3-5, registration preferred
Playtime! - ¡Hora de jugar!
Tue, Oct 28, 11:00am - 11:45am
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.
Tuesday We Play (ages 5-12) - Martes de juegos (De 5 a 12 años)
Tue, Oct 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Story Room
Build with Lego, make art, play games, and more! Ages 5-12. Kids under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
1s and 2s Time - Tiempo para niños de 1 y 2
Wed, Oct 29, 10:30am - 11:05am
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for your active, growing little ones! Ages 1-2
1s and 2s Time - Tiempo para niños de 1 y 2
Wed, Oct 29, 11:30am - 12:05pm
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for your active, growing little ones! Ages 1-2
Cancelled
Ask A Teen Librarian
Wed, Oct 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Stop by the Beatley Central Library Teen Section to get book suggestions, resource help, or just chat!
English Language Learning (ELL) 2 Workshop - Intermediate Conversation
Wed, Oct 29, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
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.
Knit Nite! - A knitting club for kids ages 8-18.
Wed, Oct 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Learn to knit under the guidance of experienced knitters. All supplies will be provided. Ages 8-18.
Baby Bounce - for babies 0-14 months and their caretaker(s)
Thu, Oct 30, 1:15pm - 2:00pm
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.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Oct 30, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Periodicals Room
Join Miss Amy for stories, songs, movement, and activities just right for preschool children. Ages 3-5 with adult.
Coding Game Night - ages 6-12 - Hands-on fun in programming, robotics, and electronics!
Thu, Oct 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Story Room
Drop in and play with our coding board games, card games, toys, and robots -- and check out some of our coding books for kids! Ages 6-12.
Borrow a Board Game
Sat, Nov 01, 10:00am - 4:45pm
Use the library's board and card games while hanging out in the youth services area!
The Knit Doctor Is In - A partnership with Project Knitwell
Sat, Nov 01, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Experienced knitters from Project Knitwell will offer their advice on your knottiest knitting problem.
Handcraft Tuesday - Weekend Edition
Sat, Nov 01, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Small Conference Room
Attention all handcrafters! Join us to share what you are working on, see what others are creating, and just chat while we craft together!
Writers Group at Beatley
Sun, Nov 02, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
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!
Community Knits!
Mon, Nov 03, All day
Let's work together to knit a scarf and hat.
Yarn Storm - Keep Someone Warm This Winter
Mon, Nov 03, All day
We are collecting handmade or store bought scarves, hats and mittens.
Pom Pom Kit - Learn to Make Your Own Pom Poms!
Mon, Nov 03, All day
Everything you needed to make a pom pom is included in our kit. Keep for yourself or donate to our Pom Pom Garden.
Storytime in the Reading Garden - even when it's cold! - Cuentos en el jardín de lectura
Mon, Nov 03, 11:00am - 11:30am
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.
English Language Learning (ELL) 2 Workshop - Intermediate Conversation
Mon, Nov 03, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
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.
Stories without Borders - Hello, Seoul!
Mon, Nov 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Story Room
Learn about Seoul, South Korea in this four-week program full of stories, crafts, games, and more. Then, join a special live Zoom event and meet kids from Seoul! Grades 3-5, registration preferred
Pom Pom Kit - Learn to Make Your Own Pom Poms!
Tue, Nov 04, All day
Everything you needed to make a pom pom is included in our kit. Keep for yourself or donate to our Pom Pom Garden.
Community Knits!
Tue, Nov 04, All day
Let's work together to knit a scarf and hat.
Yarn Storm - Keep Someone Warm This Winter
Tue, Nov 04, All day
We are collecting handmade or store bought scarves, hats and mittens.
Playtime! - ¡Hora de jugar!
Tue, Nov 04, 11:00am - 11:45am
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.
Ask A Teen Librarian
Tue, Nov 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Stop by the Beatley Central Library Teen Section to get book suggestions, resource help, or just chat!
Tuesday We Play (ages 5-12) - Martes de juegos (De 5 a 12 años)
Tue, Nov 04, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Story Room
Build with Lego, make art, play games, and more! Ages 5-12. Kids under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
Handcraft Tuesday - Evening Edition
Tue, Nov 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Attention all handcrafters! Join us to share what you are working on, see what others are creating, and just chat while we craft together!Register
Community Knits!
Wed, Nov 05, All day
Let's work together to knit a scarf and hat.
Yarn Storm - Keep Someone Warm This Winter
Wed, Nov 05, All day
We are collecting handmade or store bought scarves, hats and mittens.
Pom Pom Kit - Learn to Make Your Own Pom Poms!
Wed, Nov 05, All day
Everything you needed to make a pom pom is included in our kit. Keep for yourself or donate to our Pom Pom Garden.
1s and 2s Time - Tiempo para niños de 1 y 2
Wed, Nov 05, 10:30am - 11:05am
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for your active, growing little ones! Ages 1-2
1s and 2s Time - Tiempo para niños de 1 y 2
Wed, Nov 05, 11:30am - 12:05pm
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for your active, growing little ones! Ages 1-2
Paws to Read
Wed, Nov 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Story Room
Do you want to practice reading aloud? Do you like dogs? Sign up for a 15-minute reading slot to read to a dog by calling (703) 746-1753 or by stopping by Beatley's Children's Desk. Ages 6-12.
English Language Learning (ELL) 2 Workshop - Intermediate Conversation
Wed, Nov 05, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
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.
Knit Nite! - A knitting club for kids ages 8-18.
Wed, Nov 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Learn to knit under the guidance of experienced knitters. All supplies will be provided. Ages 8-18.
Teen Volunteer Orientation
Wed, Nov 05, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Large Meeting Room
Ages 12-18. Learn more about volunteering with Alexandria Library.
Yarn Storm - Keep Someone Warm This Winter
Thu, Nov 06, All day
We are collecting handmade or store bought scarves, hats and mittens.
Pom Pom Kit - Learn to Make Your Own Pom Poms!
Thu, Nov 06, All day
Everything you needed to make a pom pom is included in our kit. Keep for yourself or donate to our Pom Pom Garden.
Community Knits!
Thu, Nov 06, All day
Let's work together to knit a scarf and hat.
English Language Learning (ELL) 1 Workshop - Beginner Conversation
Thu, Nov 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Baby Bounce - for babies 0-14 months and their caretaker(s)
Thu, Nov 06, 1:15pm - 2:00pm
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.
Handcraft Crafternoon
Thu, Nov 06, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Small Conference Room
Attention all handcrafters! Join us to share what you are working on, see what others are creating, and just chat while we craft together!
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Nov 06, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Large Meeting Room
Join Miss Amy for stories, songs, movement, and activities just right for preschool children. Ages 3-5 with adult.
Tai Chi at Beatley Library - Balance Your Mind and Body
Thu, Nov 06, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Large Meeting Room
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.
Coding Game Night - ages 6-12 - Hands-on fun in programming, robotics, and electronics!
Thu, Nov 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Story Room
Drop in and play with our coding board games, card games, toys, and robots -- and check out some of our coding books for kids! Ages 6-12.
Pom Pom Kit - Learn to Make Your Own Pom Poms!
Fri, Nov 07, All day
Everything you needed to make a pom pom is included in our kit. Keep for yourself or donate to our Pom Pom Garden.
Community Knits!
Fri, Nov 07, All day
Let's work together to knit a scarf and hat.
Yarn Storm - Keep Someone Warm This Winter
Fri, Nov 07, All day
We are collecting handmade or store bought scarves, hats and mittens.
Pom Pom Kit - Learn to Make Your Own Pom Poms!
Sat, Nov 08, All day
Everything you needed to make a pom pom is included in our kit. Keep for yourself or donate to our Pom Pom Garden.
Community Knits!
Sat, Nov 08, All day
Let's work together to knit a scarf and hat.
Yarn Storm - Keep Someone Warm This Winter
Sat, Nov 08, All day
We are collecting handmade or store bought scarves, hats and mittens.
Board Game Cafe - 2nd and 4th Saturdays - Café con juegos de mesa
Sat, Nov 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Play with 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
Community Knits!
Sun, Nov 09, All day
Let's work together to knit a scarf and hat.
Yarn Storm - Keep Someone Warm This Winter
Sun, Nov 09, All day
We are collecting handmade or store bought scarves, hats and mittens.
Pom Pom Kit - Learn to Make Your Own Pom Poms!
Sun, Nov 09, All day
Everything you needed to make a pom pom is included in our kit. Keep for yourself or donate to our Pom Pom Garden.
Writers Group at Beatley
Sun, Nov 09, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Story 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!
Pom Pom Kit - Learn to Make Your Own Pom Poms!
Mon, Nov 10, All day
Everything you needed to make a pom pom is included in our kit. Keep for yourself or donate to our Pom Pom Garden.
Yarn Storm - Keep Someone Warm This Winter
Mon, Nov 10, All day
We are collecting handmade or store bought scarves, hats and mittens.
Community Knits!
Mon, Nov 10, All day
Let's work together to knit a scarf and hat.
Nutcracker Ballet - presented by the Metropolitan Youth Ballet
Mon, Nov 10, 11:00am - 11:30am
Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden
Experience the Nutcracker, adapted for young audiences, by the Metropolitan Youth Ballet. Storytelling, mime, dance, and photos with Clara and cast will be included. Ages 0-5.
Become a Dementia Friend
Mon, Nov 10, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Large Meeting Room
Dementia Friends helps people gain a better understanding of what it's like to live with dementia. Join us for a Dementia Friends Information Session to learn more and turn understanding into action.
English Language Learning (ELL) 2 Workshop - Intermediate Conversation
Mon, Nov 10, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
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.
Stories without Borders - Hello, Seoul!
Mon, Nov 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Story Room
Learn about Seoul, South Korea in this four-week program full of stories, crafts, games, and more. Then, join a special live Zoom event and meet kids from Seoul! Grades 3-5, registration preferred
Yarn Storm - Keep Someone Warm This Winter
Tue, Nov 11, All day
We are collecting handmade or store bought scarves, hats and mittens.
Pom Pom Kit - Learn to Make Your Own Pom Poms!
Tue, Nov 11, All day
Everything you needed to make a pom pom is included in our kit. Keep for yourself or donate to our Pom Pom Garden.
Community Knits!
Tue, Nov 11, All day
Let's work together to knit a scarf and hat.
Yarn Storm - Keep Someone Warm This Winter
Wed, Nov 12, All day
We are collecting handmade or store bought scarves, hats and mittens.
Pom Pom Kit - Learn to Make Your Own Pom Poms!
Wed, Nov 12, All day
Everything you needed to make a pom pom is included in our kit. Keep for yourself or donate to our Pom Pom Garden.
Community Knits!
Wed, Nov 12, All day
Let's work together to knit a scarf and hat.
1s and 2s Time - Tiempo para niños de 1 y 2
Wed, Nov 12, 10:30am - 11:05am
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for your active, growing little ones! Ages 1-2
1s and 2s Time - Tiempo para niños de 1 y 2
Wed, Nov 12, 11:30am - 12:05pm
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for your active, growing little ones! Ages 1-2
Knit Nite! - A knitting club for kids ages 8-18.
Wed, Nov 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Learn to knit under the guidance of experienced knitters. All supplies will be provided. Ages 8-18.
Yarn Storm - Keep Someone Warm This Winter
Thu, Nov 13, All day
We are collecting handmade or store bought scarves, hats and mittens.
Community Knits!
Thu, Nov 13, All day
Let's work together to knit a scarf and hat.
Pom Pom Kit - Learn to Make Your Own Pom Poms!
Thu, Nov 13, All day
Everything you needed to make a pom pom is included in our kit. Keep for yourself or donate to our Pom Pom Garden.
English Language Learning (ELL) 1 Workshop - Beginner Conversation
Thu, Nov 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Baby Bounce - for babies 0-14 months and their caretaker(s)
Thu, Nov 13, 1:15pm - 2:00pm
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.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Large Meeting Room
Join Miss Amy for stories, songs, movement, and activities just right for preschool children. Ages 3-5 with adult.
Tai Chi at Beatley Library - Balance Your Mind and Body
Thu, Nov 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Large Meeting Room
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.
Coding Game Night - ages 6-12 - Hands-on fun in programming, robotics, and electronics!
Thu, Nov 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Story Room
Drop in and play with our coding board games, card games, toys, and robots -- and check out some of our coding books for kids! Ages 6-12.
Pom Pom Kit - Learn to Make Your Own Pom Poms!
Fri, Nov 14, All day
Everything you needed to make a pom pom is included in our kit. Keep for yourself or donate to our Pom Pom Garden.
Community Knits!
Fri, Nov 14, All day
Let's work together to knit a scarf and hat.
Yarn Storm - Keep Someone Warm This Winter
Fri, Nov 14, All day
We are collecting handmade or store bought scarves, hats and mittens.
Information Security - How Not to Be a Scammer's Next Victim
Fri, Nov 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Large Meeting Room
Join presenter Christine Dale, who holds a Masters in Information Security from Royal Holloway, University of London, to learn how to protect yourself from scams and identity theft.
Yarn Storm - Keep Someone Warm This Winter
Sat, Nov 15, All day
We are collecting handmade or store bought scarves, hats and mittens.
Pom Pom Kit - Learn to Make Your Own Pom Poms!
Sat, Nov 15, All day
Everything you needed to make a pom pom is included in our kit. Keep for yourself or donate to our Pom Pom Garden.
Community Knits!
Sat, Nov 15, All day
Let's work together to knit a scarf and hat.
Borrow a Board Game
Sat, Nov 15, 10:00am - 4:45pm
Use the library's board and card games while hanging out in the youth services area!
Grand Gaming Melee - Alexandria-Arlington Regional Gaming Group (AARGGH)
Sat, Nov 15, 10:30am - 4:30pm
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. Register
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