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Burke Book Club (Banned Books Week)
"To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee
2019-09-24 14:00:002019-09-24 15:00:00America/New_YorkBurke Book Club (Banned Books Week)Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Tuesday, September 24 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Add to Calendar2019-09-24 14:00:002019-09-24 15:00:00America/New_YorkBurke Book Club (Banned Books Week)Celebrate the freedom to read by joining us for a discussion of Harper Lee’s classic novel “To Kill A Mockingbird" followed by the film during Banned Books Week.
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Celebrate the freedom to read by joining us for a discussion of Harper Lee’s classic novel “To Kill A Mockingbird" followed by the film during Banned Books Week.
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Join the Alexandria Arlington Regional Gaming Group (AARGGH) in a Grand Gaming Melee. Bring games you want to play, or come without games and play what others bring.
Books, CDs, and DVDs for both children and adults all for sale at low prices. Half-price sale on Sunday. Join the Friends and/or shop the sale and help support the library!
Interested in playing chess or learning about the game? Join us every Saturday in the Children's Area. All skill levels are welcome. All ages, children under 8 age must be accompanied by their adult.
Books, CDs, and DVDs for both children and adults all for sale at low prices. Half-price sale on Sunday. Join the Friends and/or shop the sale and help support the library!
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Small Conference Room
In celebration of the 80th anniversary of the Alexandria Library Sit-In, the first known sit-in of the civil rights era, the library will screen films that celebrate black history and civil rights.
Join the Friends of Duncan Library for their monthly meeting! These meetings are open to the public. Learn more about what the Friends do, become a member, and get involved!
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, join Let's Talk Books to discuss We Fed an Island: the True Story of Rebuilding Puerto Rico, One Meal at a Time by Jose Andres
Stories, songs, movement games & yoga for ages 2-5.
Adult participation is expected. Younger siblings can come along and join in with their big brothers and sisters.
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
In this fun and care-free program you will practice using everyday items to create a unique wreath. You will also learn about Upcycle and their classes and workshops.
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Help us create a painting to decorate the teen corner! Bring your ideas, artistic abilities and lots of enthusiasm. Come for the art, stay for the snacks! Ages 11-17.
Calling all Tween book lovers! Join our tween book club where we will discuss books of certain genre together. No assigned book; pick one YOU want to read and share your thoughts. Grades 4-9
Stories, songs, movement games & yoga for ages 2-5.
Adult participation is expected. Younger siblings can come along and join in with their big brothers and sisters.
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
A special story time for babies and their grown-ups. We'll read a book, sing songs, and do some fingerplays, using English and Spanish; then we'll have time to play.
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
1st and 4th Wednesdays each month. Come practice your English language skills with others in friendly conversations. Free and open to the public. No registration is required; drop-in when you can.
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
At a Death Cafe people drink tea, eat cake and discuss death. Our aim is to increase awareness of death to help people make the most of their (finite) lives.
Explore art history with story time and a process focused project inspired by an artist. Ages 4-7. All supplies provided. Registration required. Contact Vanessa at vsalo@alexlibraryva.org/703.746.1744
Knitting Club for kids! Learn to knit under the guidance of experienced knitters. All supplies will be provided. Join us in the Children's area. Ages 8-18.
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Join us to learn how to create slides, edit text, layout and design, insert pictures, and other basics of Microsoft PowerPoint, a presentation program.
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Free English classes for beginners in speaking, reading, and writing English. Text materials will be provided in class. Children can accompany their parents in the classroom.
Join us for a fun and relaxing morning of painting along with episode "Snowy Solitude". All materials provided. Space is limited and registration is required.
Interested in playing chess or learning about the game? Join us every Saturday in the Children's Area. All skill levels are welcome. All ages, children under 8 age must be accompanied by their adult.
What moves you? Why have you moved? What can you move? Explore the connection between movement and story-telling through a series exercises and movement improvisations.
