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Hispanic Heritage Fiesta
2021-09-25 13:30:00 2021-09-25 15:30:00 America/New_York Hispanic Heritage Fiesta Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with music, crafts, and food! This year the fiesta will take place outside in Beatley Central Library's beautiful Reading Garden. All ages. Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library

Saturday, September 25
1:30pm - 3:30pm

Add to Calendar 2021-09-25 13:30:00 2021-09-25 15:30:00 America/New_York Hispanic Heritage Fiesta Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with music, crafts, and food! This year the fiesta will take place outside in Beatley Central Library's beautiful Reading Garden. All ages. Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library

Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library

Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with music, crafts, and food! This year the fiesta will take place outside in Beatley Central Library's beautiful Reading Garden. All ages.

Masks and social distancing are recommended. 

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Children | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | Teens | Special Event | Family | Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion | Children |

TAGS: | teens | preschoolers | middle school | Hispanic Heritage | high school | food | elementary | diversity | Craft | children | All ages |

Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Phone: 703.746.1702
Fax: 703.746.1763
Hours
Mon, Jun 20 Closed
(Juneteenth)
Tue, Jun 21 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jun 22 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jun 23 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Jun 24 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jun 25 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jun 26 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

Parking: The library has a large parking lot with 175 spaces. The parking lot is currently under construction and spaces may be limited.

Public Transit:

  • Metrorail: King Street Station (Yellow & Blue Lines 3.2 miles); Van Dorn Station (Blue Line 2.1 miles)
  • Metrobus: 29K/N, 21C
  • DASH Bus: 30, 32

Upcoming Events

Summer Quest Craft Kit - "Sea-D" Creatures
Sat, Jun 25, All day
All Library Locations
Take home craft kit Ages 0-5 Available at All Library Locations
Summer Quest Craft Kit - Make your own slime
Sat, Jun 25, All day
All Library Locations
Take home craft kit Ages 6-12. Available at All Library Locations.
Handcraft Tuesday - Weekend Edition
Sat, Jun 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Attention all handcrafters! Join us to share what you are working on, see what others are creating, and just chat while we craft together!
Summer Quest Craft Kit - "Sea-D" Creatures
Sun, Jun 26, All day
All Library Locations
Take home craft kit Ages 0-5 Available at All Library Locations
Summer Quest Craft Kit - Make your own slime
Sun, Jun 26, All day
All Library Locations
Take home craft kit Ages 6-12. Available at All Library Locations.
Friends of Duncan Film Club - The Parallax View
Sun, Jun 26, 2:00pm - 4:35pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library
A viewing of the films selected for discussion in this month's virtual discussion scheduled for Wednesday, June 29th.
1000 Books Story Time with Miss Lisa - Weekly On YouTube
Mon, Jun 27, All day
Virtual
Anytime can be story time when you join us on YouTube. Books we read count towards your 1000 Books Before Kindergarten!
Craft a Crab Corner Bookmark
Mon, Jun 27, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Stop by the Burke Library any day this week to fold together a sea critter bookmark that'll keep you company as you embark in your summer reading! Paper, glue, and instructions all provided.
Summer Quest Craft Kit - "Sea-D" Creatures
Mon, Jun 27, All day
All Library Locations
Take home craft kit Ages 0-5 Available at All Library Locations
Summer Quest Craft Kit - Make your own slime
Mon, Jun 27, All day
All Library Locations
Take home craft kit Ages 6-12. Available at All Library Locations.
Baby Time
Mon, Jun 27, 11:00am - 11:30am
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Clap your fins for Baby Time in the Duncan Library. Please register to help make sure there is room for you. Ages 0-11 months.
Storytime in the Reading Garden
Mon, Jun 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 tailor-made for children ages 0-5.
Storytime in the Reading Garden
Mon, Jun 27, 11:00am - 11:30am
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Children love to be outdoors! Join us in Beatley Central Library's beautiful outdoor Reading Garden for stories, songs and movement tailor-made for children ages 0-5.
ESL Beginner Conversation - In Person
Mon, Jun 27, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
ESL is returning to the Burke Library as an in-person event. Come join us. No registration is needed.
Read, See & Do @ Carlyle House
Mon, Jun 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Carlyle House - The Magnolila Terrace
Learn about Alexandria history through stories & activities.
Computer Assistance - ***THIS IS NOT A CLASS***
Mon, Jun 27, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Need help copying or scanning? Need to send an or download an attachment but don't know how? Volunteers are here to help!
PAWS to Read
Mon, Jun 27, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Wag your tails and register to practice your reading to a dog at the library. Please leave time to find the book you'll read before your time slot. 1st-6th graders, independent Readers Ages 6-12
This event is full
Book Bar - Teen Book Club
Mon, Jun 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden
Teens, let's talk books! Rather than reading an assigned book, you are invited to share and talk about any book you've been reading.
Rescheduled
Romance Book Club
Mon, Jun 27, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
New date Wednesday, June 29, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Do you love to read romance novels? Want to talk about them with other romance book lovers? Join us! Email reflib@alexlibraryva.org for info about this month's selection or to join our email list.
Summer Quest Craft Kit - "Sea-D" Creatures
Tue, Jun 28, All day
All Library Locations
Take home craft kit Ages 0-5 Available at All Library Locations
Summer Quest Craft Kit - Make your own slime
Tue, Jun 28, All day
All Library Locations
Take home craft kit Ages 6-12. Available at All Library Locations.
ESL - Beginner Conversation - In Person!
Tue, Jun 28, 10:00am - 12:15pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
ESL is returning to the Beatley Library as an in person event. Come join us. No registration needed.
Groovy Nate
Tue, Jun 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Butterfly Garden,Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Fun, entertaining, & engaging for all ages!
Storytime in the Reading Garden
Tue, Jun 28, 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 tailor-made for children ages 0-5.
Make Your Own Pride Patches - Teens
Tue, Jun 28, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Outdoors
Hey pride crafters! Come to the Barrett Branch Library to make a LGBTQIA+ pride patch that can be added to your jacket, your backpack or where ever you like. Open to all teens ages 12 - 18.
Mad Science - Fire and Ice
Tue, Jun 28, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Outdoors
Interact with a Mad Scientist and have fun while learning about chemical reactions, air pressure and the states of matter. Recommended for ages 6-12.
Computer Assistance - ***THIS IS NOT A CLASS***
Tue, Jun 28, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Need help copying or scanning? Need to send an or download an attachment but don't know how? Volunteers are here to help!
One-on-One Computer Tutoring - Tuesday Evenings - ***THIS IS NOT A CLASS***
Tue, Jun 28, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Schedule an appointment with our Computer Volunteer to help with the Internet, Email, MS Word, or other computer questions.
Handcraft Tuesday - Evening Edition
Tue, Jun 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!Register
Baby and Toddler Time On YouTube - Songs, Games & More For Children Ages 0-24 months
Wed, Jun 29, All day
Virtual
Join Miss Lisa for a weekly YouTube time for our littlest friends
Summer Quest Craft Kit - "Sea-D" Creatures
Wed, Jun 29, All day
All Library Locations
Take home craft kit Ages 0-5 Available at All Library Locations
Summer Quest Craft Kit - Make your own slime
Wed, Jun 29, All day
All Library Locations
Take home craft kit Ages 6-12. Available at All Library Locations.
Tummy Time - a space for babies and their caregivers
Wed, Jun 29, 10:15am - 10:45am
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Looking for a baby storytime and/or a chance to talk to other grown-ups with children? Then join us at the Beatley Central Library for Tummy Time!
Civics Class - Preparing for the Citizen Exam and Interview
Wed, Jun 29, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Small Conference Room
This class is for those who are preparing for the Citizen Exam and Interview. Ideally, you will have already submitted your N-400.
Arts on the Horizon - "By the Seashore"
Wed, Jun 29, 11:00am - 11:40am
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
An interactive experience for ages 03, with music, movement and props
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Jun 29, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Join Miss Amy for stories, songs, movement, and activities just right for preschool children. Ages 3-5 with adult.
Rescheduled
One-on-One Computer Tutoring - Tuesday Evenings - ***THIS IS NOT A CLASS***
Wed, Jun 29, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
New date Tuesday, June 28, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Schedule an appointment with our Computer Volunteer to help with the Internet, Email, MS Word, or other computer questions.
Conversation Club for Intermediate ESL Speakers
Wed, Jun 29, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Small Conference Room
The is a space for intermediate speaker to practice English and build confidence.
Canceled
Conversation Club for Intermediate ESL Speakers
Wed, Jun 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
The is a space for intermediate speaker to practice English and build confidence.
Pajama Story Time
Wed, Jun 29, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Join us on summer evenings for the best bedtime stories. Feel free to wear your pajamas and bring your favorite friend to snuggle with while you listen. Please register, space is limited. All Ages
Romance Book Club
Wed, Jun 29, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Do you love to read romance novels? Want to talk about them with other romance book lovers? Join us! Email reflib@alexlibraryva.org for info about this month's selection or to join our email list. Register
Friends of Duncan Film Club - Second Annual Double Feature Film Festival
Wed, Jun 29, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Watch the selected films at your leisure, and join the Friends of Duncan Library Film Club on the last Wednesday of the month to discuss!Register
Summer Quest Craft Kit - "Sea-D" Creatures
Thu, Jun 30, All day
All Library Locations
Take home craft kit Ages 0-5 Available at All Library Locations
Summer Quest Craft Kit - Make your own slime
Thu, Jun 30, All day
All Library Locations
Take home craft kit Ages 6-12. Available at All Library Locations.
ESL - Beginner Conversation - In Person!
Thu, Jun 30, 10:00am - 12:15pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
ESL is returning to the Beatley Library as an in person event. Come join us. No registration needed.
Toddler Rock N' Read
Thu, Jun 30, 11:00am - 11:30am
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Butterfly Garden
Join us in the Butterfly Garden for Toddler Rock N' Read. Dance, listen, laugh and sing for a fun-filled half hour with friends! Ages 0-5
Storytime in the Reading Garden
Thu, Jun 30, 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 tailor-made for children ages 0-5.
Story Time Yoga - Eric Carle Stories
Thu, Jun 30, 11:00am - 11:30am
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Outdoors
Join us on the lawn as we retell Eric Carle stories with yoga!
Ocean Worlds with Dr. Jessica Noviello - Water in the Solar System and Beyond
Thu, Jun 30, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
NASA researcher Dr. Jessica Noviello will guide you on a tour of the ocean worlds in our Solar System and explain the importance of water in the search for life in exoplanetary systems. Register
PINGO - Plastic Free BINGO
Fri, Jul 01, All day
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Pick up a PINGO card and play to help save the ocean! PINGO will run throughout the month of July.
Cantaré: Shake Your Bones
Fri, Jul 01, 11:00am - 11:30am
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden
Be transported to Latin America to experience the many rhythms and unique instruments different regions. Sing, dance, and play instruments while singing in Spanish, Portuguese, and English. Ages 3-6.
PINGO - Plastic Free BINGO
Sat, Jul 02, All day
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Pick up a PINGO card and play to help save the ocean! PINGO will run throughout the month of July.
Teen Movie Matinee
Sat, Jul 02, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Join us for an afternoon movie! Snacks provided.
PINGO - Plastic Free BINGO
Sun, Jul 03, All day
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Pick up a PINGO card and play to help save the ocean! PINGO will run throughout the month of July.
PINGO - Plastic Free BINGO
Tue, Jul 05, All day
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Pick up a PINGO card and play to help save the ocean! PINGO will run throughout the month of July.
ESL - Beginner Conversation - In Person!
Tue, Jul 05, 10:00am - 12:15pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
ESL is returning to the Beatley Library as an in person event. Come join us. No registration needed.
Stories and Songs
Tue, Jul 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Butterfly Garden
Join us on Tuesday mornings in the Butterfly Garden for sunshine, stories and plenty of songs. Perfect for toddlers and siblings!
Oh, Susannah! - Sing Along!
Tue, Jul 05, 11:00am - 11:45am
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Outdoors
A local favorite! Music for all ages.
Storytime in the Reading Garden
Tue, Jul 05, 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 tailor-made for children ages 0-5.
Caring for Caregivers Support Group - An informal group that addresses the stress of caretaking
Tue, Jul 05, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Join us every other Tuesday whenever your schedule allows; no need to register in advance. This group is open to all who are navigating the challenges of caring for a loved one.
HackLab - an hour of coding in a community
Tue, Jul 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
A meeting space to explore the world of computer programming.
One-on-One Computer Tutoring - Tuesday Evenings - ***THIS IS NOT A CLASS***
Tue, Jul 05, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Schedule an appointment with our Computer Volunteer to help with the Internet, Email, MS Word, or other computer questions.
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