Skip to main content
close
Font size options
Increase or decrease the font size for this website by clicking on the 'A's.
Contrast options
Choose a color combination to give the most comfortable contrast.
EVENTS
Skip EVENTS widget
Thu, Feb 12, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Stop by the Beatley Central Library's writing station to make a card, fill out a postcard, or just jot a short note to a special someone!

Thu, Feb 12, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Donate 18-inch dolls (American Girl, Our Generation, etc.) and compatible accessories to support upcoming library programs!

Thu, Feb 12, 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.

Thu, Feb 12, 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.

Thu, Feb 12, 10:15am - 10:45am
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room,Children's Area
Come join us for engaging stories that are worth gathering for. Great for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5.

Thu, Feb 12, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Shop used books and more while supporting the Burke Branch Friends!

Thu, Feb 12, 11:00am - 11:40am
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Youth Services Area
Stories, songs, movement and more for ages 2-5.

Thu, Feb 12, 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 shoes!

Thu, Feb 12, 11:15am - 11:45am
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room,Children's Area
Come join us for engaging stories that are worth gathering for. Great for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5.

Thu, Feb 12, 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.

Thu, Feb 12, 1:15pm - 2:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
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.

Thu, Feb 12, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate Black History Month by joining us to learn about artist Faith Ringgold, uniquely known for her painted "story quilts," and to create a geometric cut paper panel.
Registration is now closed

Thu, Feb 12, 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.

Thu, Feb 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual - Virtual
Join us to take part in the magic and celebrate the legacy of America’s founding Black women. Register

Thu, Feb 12, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - 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!

Thu, Feb 12, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
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.

Thu, Feb 12, 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.

Thu, Feb 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
Looking to join a Dungeons and Dragons group? Look no further!

Cancelled
Thu, Feb 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Stitchers of all kinds and skill levels, join us for an hour of stitching and community at Burke Branch Library!

Thu, Feb 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Both beginners and advanced fiber artists are welcome! Ages 13+

Thu, Feb 12, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
The Company Of Books 2200 Mount Vernon Ave, Alexandria, Va 22301
Join us at The Company of Books, where we discuss what we're currently reading. Bring something to write with; you are always going to leave with a list of things to add to your TBR pile!

Thu, Feb 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Story Room
Drop in and play with our coding board games, card games, toys, and robots! Ages 6-12.

Thu, Feb 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Help shape the future of the Alexandria Library!

Fri, Feb 13, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Stop by the Beatley Central Library's writing station to make a card, fill out a postcard, or just jot a short note to a special someone!

Fri, Feb 13, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Donate 18-inch dolls (American Girl, Our Generation, etc.) and compatible accessories to support upcoming library programs!

Fri, Feb 13, All day
Local History/Special Collections
Learn about the Virginia Folklife Program of Virginia Humanities, and how it documents culture in the state, through the portrait photography of Pat Jarrett.

Fri, Feb 13, 10:15am - 11:15am
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
We sing, play, dance, and rhyme all while promoting your baby’s development and literacy skills. For ages 0-14 months.

Fri, Feb 13, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Shop used books and more while supporting the Burke Branch Friends!

Fri, Feb 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Come and play with music in this fun parent-child learn & play class! Program focuses on activities that enhance brain development and build social skills, language/motor skills, and more (ages 0-5).

Fri, Feb 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Have fun on Fridays after school building, making, playing word bingo, and winning prizes! Grades K-5.

Sat, Feb 14, All day
Local History/Special Collections
Learn about the Virginia Folklife Program of Virginia Humanities, and how it documents culture in the state, through the portrait photography of Pat Jarrett.

Sat, Feb 14, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Stop by the Beatley Central Library's writing station to make a card, fill out a postcard, or just jot a short note to a special someone!

Sat, Feb 14, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Donate 18-inch dolls (American Girl, Our Generation, etc.) and compatible accessories to support upcoming library programs!

Sat, Feb 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Outdoors
Start your Saturday doing good for your community. Join the Burke Branch walking and litter pickup club.

Sat, Feb 14, 10:00am - 4:45pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Use the library's board and card games while hanging out in the youth services area!

Cancelled
Sat, Feb 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library
All levels are welcome, to stretch, breathe and cultivate connections with body-heart-mind-spirit

Sat, Feb 14, 10:30am - 4:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - 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

Sat, Feb 14, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Shop used books and more while supporting the Burke Branch Friends!

Sat, Feb 14, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Start the New Year off right with the Happiness Lab! Bi-weekly, 4 classes total, where attendees will discover the science of joy and how to naturally boost your body's happy hormones!
This event is full

Sat, Feb 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Board 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!

Sat, Feb 14, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
AWLA's Behavior and Training Manager will provide tips for living harmoniously with your dog or cat at home, answer specific questions about your pet, and chat about AWLA's Alexandria Animal Academy.

Sun, Feb 15, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Stop by the Beatley Central Library's writing station to make a card, fill out a postcard, or just jot a short note to a special someone!

Sun, Feb 15, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Donate 18-inch dolls (American Girl, Our Generation, etc.) and compatible accessories to support upcoming library programs!

Sun, Feb 15, 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!

Sun, Feb 15, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Shop used books and more while supporting the Burke Branch Friends!

Sun, Feb 15, 1:15pm - 2:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Wiggle, crawl, and clap at Baby Time! Fingerplay and songs for ages 0-14 months.

Sun, Feb 15, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Board Room
Alexandria Library partners with the Alzheimer's Association's National Area Chapter to bring you a quarterly support group at Beatley Central Library.

Sun, Feb 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Oddball Cinema brings you all of the weird, eclectic, and lesser-known films you probably never saw in theaters. Click on the event title for more info!

Cancelled
Mon, Feb 16, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Stop by the Beatley Central Library's writing station to make a card, fill out a postcard, or just jot a short note to a special someone!

Mon, Feb 16, All day
Local History/Special Collections
Learn about the Virginia Folklife Program of Virginia Humanities, and how it documents culture in the state, through the portrait photography of Pat Jarrett.

Cancelled
Mon, Feb 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
No one's too old to enjoy being read to! Relax and unwind while a librarian reads aloud from longer picture books and short chapter books. Ages 6-12 (and anyone who wants to sit quietly and listen)

Tue, Feb 17, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Stop by the Beatley Central Library's writing station to make a card, fill out a postcard, or just jot a short note to a special someone!

Tue, Feb 17, All day
Local History/Special Collections
Learn about the Virginia Folklife Program of Virginia Humanities, and how it documents culture in the state, through the portrait photography of Pat Jarrett.

Tue, Feb 17, 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.

Tue, Feb 17, 10:15am - 11:00am
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a fun-filled hour of stories, music, and movement for ages 0-5!

Tue, Feb 17, 10:30am - 10:45am
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Youth Services Area
Start your morning with stories, rhymes and songs in English and Spanish ¡Empieza su mañana con cuentos, rimas y canciones en inglés y español!

Tue, Feb 17, 11:00am - 11:40am
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Youth Services Area
Just right for ages 0-23 months. Songs, games, movement activities, and bubbles.

Tue, Feb 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a special uninterrupted playtime with your child and meet other caregivers. Discover how play and learning go hand-in-hand. (ages 0-3).

Rescheduled
Tue, Feb 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
New date Wednesday, February 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library
Draw, craft, and paint your way through Black History

Tue, Feb 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Story Room
Build with Lego, make art, play games, and more! Ages 5-12. Kids under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.

Tue, Feb 17, 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.

Tue, Feb 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Take part in a group-led discussion about death and dying without any set agenda, objectives, or themes. Tea and sweets will be provided.

Tue, Feb 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Small Conference Room
The book club will promote freedom of expression and support authors whose books have been banned or challenged. For February we are discussing American Street by Ibi Zoiboi.

Wed, Feb 18, All day
Local History/Special Collections
Learn about the Virginia Folklife Program of Virginia Humanities, and how it documents culture in the state, through the portrait photography of Pat Jarrett.

Wed, Feb 18, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Stop by the Beatley Central Library's writing station to make a card, fill out a postcard, or just jot a short note to a special someone!

Wed, Feb 18, 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.

Wed, Feb 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Periodicals Room
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for your active, growing little ones! Ages 1-2

Wed, Feb 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Youth Services Area
A lap-sit and playtime just for babies ages 0-12 months and their grownups.

Wed, Feb 18, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Periodicals Room
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for your active, growing little ones! Ages 1-2

Wed, Feb 18, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
Let's paint at the library! Enjoy a tutorial with instructions on how to create the monthly painting or create your own unique work of art!
This event is full

Wed, Feb 18, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Virtual - Zoom
Celebrate Black History Month by joining us for a discussion of Colson Whitehead's acclaimed novel based on the history of a real reform school in Florida that destroyed the lives of many children. Register

Wed, Feb 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Draw, craft, and paint your way through Black History

Wed, Feb 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - 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.

Wed, Feb 18, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Local History/Special Collections - Sprouse Rare Book Room
Join us at the Local History/Special Collections Branch for Episode 3 of Ken Burn's newest documentary, The American Revolution.

Wed, Feb 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - 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.

Wed, Feb 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Learn to knit under the guidance of experienced knitters. All supplies will be provided. Ages 8-18.

Wed, Feb 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
Calling all Science Fiction and Fantasy fans! Let's celebrate Black History Month by talking about Science Fiction and Fantasy books by Black authors.

Wed, Feb 18, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Join us every Wednesday evening for FREE beginner to intermediate classes! / ¡Únase a nosotros todos los miércoles por la noche para recibir clases GRATIS para principiantes e intermedios!

Wed, Feb 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Help shape the future of the Alexandria Library!

Thu, Feb 19, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Stop by the Beatley Central Library's writing station to make a card, fill out a postcard, or just jot a short note to a special someone!

Thu, Feb 19, 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.

Thu, Feb 19, 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.

Thu, Feb 19, 10:15am - 10:45am
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room,Children's Area
Come join us for engaging stories that are worth gathering for. Great for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5.

Thu, Feb 19, 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 shoes!

Thu, Feb 19, 11:00am - 11:40am
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Youth Services Area
Stories, songs, movement and more for ages 2-5.

Thu, Feb 19, 11:15am - 11:45am
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room,Children's Area
Come join us for engaging stories that are worth gathering for. Great for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5.

Thu, Feb 19, 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.

Thu, Feb 19, 1:15pm - 2:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
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.

Thu, Feb 19, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate Black History Month by joining us for a screening of the acclaimed 2025 horror film set in 1932 in the Mississippi Delta.

Thu, Feb 19, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
Join Barrett Branch’s fiber arts group making items to donate.

Thu, Feb 19, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Alexandria Library Board meeting

Thu, Feb 19, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
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.

Thu, Feb 19, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Oddball Cinema brings you all of the weird, eclectic, and lesser-known films you probably never saw in theaters. Click on the event title for more info!

Thu, Feb 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Story Room
Drop in and play with our coding board games, card games, toys, and robots! Ages 6-12.

Thu, Feb 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Teen Area
Both beginners and advanced fiber artists are welcome! Ages 13+

Thu, Feb 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Youth Services Area
Let's make air-dry clay cat jars! All supplies will be provided for this teens-only activity!

Thu, Feb 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
Looking to join a Dungeons and Dragons group? Look no further!

Thu, Feb 19, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual - Virtual
Join us on Zoom the third Thursday of each month! We are currently discussing selections from "Even Deadlier: A Sequel to The 7 Deadly Sins Sampler". Click on the event title for more info.Register


 

COMMUNITY RESOURCES

 

Tax Assistance - Federal tax forms will be available for customers to pick up at most Library branches beginning in late January.  The Library does not offer tax preparation assistance. However, the City's Department of Community & Human Services offers free tax return preparation to eligible residents beginning in February.

Alexandria's Workforce Development Center provide services and resources for job seekers, including access to the Career Center, career readiness workshops, career assessments and customized hiring events.

Those feeling depressed or anxious can call SAMHSA’s (Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services) Disaster Distress 1-800-985-5990 or Text Talk with Us 66746

For those who feel unsafe at home call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or Text Loveis at 22522

Alexandria Health Department
Visit the Alexandria Health Department's page about the Coronavirus to find information and resources related to COVID-19. For updates text ALEXCOVID19 to 888777

Virginia Department of Health
You can also visit the Virginia Department of Health's page about the Coronavirus to find resources related to COVID-19. The information line is 877-ASK-VDH3

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are our nation’s premier authorities on public health information.