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EVENTS
Tue, Oct 22, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Pick up a craft kit at the Information Desk.

Tue, Oct 22, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Ten pumpkins are hiding in the children’s section! Find them all and return to the desk to get a Trick or Treat surprise! Prizes are only awarded once. Thanks for playing!

Cancelled
Tue, Oct 22, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Beginning English Practice for English language learners. No registration needed or prior level of English.

Tue, Oct 22, 10:15am - 11:15am
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a fun-filled hour of stories, music, and movement for ages 0-5!

Tue, Oct 22, 11:00am - 11:45am
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - First Floor
Join Miss Lisa for songs, games, movement activities, and bubbles! Fun that's just right for ages 0-23 months

Cancelled
Tue, Oct 22, 11:00am - 11:45am
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
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.

Tue, Oct 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual
Join us as Lori Gottlieb discusses her bestselling book, Maybe You Should Talk To Someone.Register

Tue, Oct 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Join us for a play hour to build, create, and explore! Ages 5-12. Kids under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Únete a nosotros en una hora de juego para construir, crear y explorar. De 5 a 12 años.

Tue, Oct 22, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Introducing the community to D&D through introductory sessions, one-shots, and campaigns. Email Dungeon Master Josstin at jgogue@alexlibraryva.org if you're interested in joining. Ages 12-18

Tue, Oct 22, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Barrett Library has a volunteer available on Tuesdays to help with computer and technologies use. Appointments are available at 5 PM and 6 PM. Please call 703-746-1721 to schedule an appointment.

Tue, Oct 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
Join us for a talk with local poet, Miles Liss who will discuss the process of getting published and read from his newest collection "Some Inconvenient Poems." Copies will be available for sale. 

Wed, Oct 23, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Pick up a craft kit at the Information Desk.

Wed, Oct 23, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Ten pumpkins are hiding in the children’s section! Find them all and return to the desk to get a Trick or Treat surprise! Prizes are only awarded once. Thanks for playing!

Wed, Oct 23, 10:30am - 11:05am
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for your active, growing little ones! Ages 1-2.

Wed, Oct 23, 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, Oct 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - First Floor
Fun activities just for infants ages 0-12 months.

Wed, Oct 23, 11:30am - 12:05pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for your active, growing little ones! Ages 1-2.

Wed, Oct 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Spitfire club, Fall Session. Changing the world, one book at a time! Kindergarten - 3rd Grade.

Wed, Oct 23, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library
Another installment of Duncan and Dragons with DM Jacob!

Wed, Oct 23, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Small Conference Room
This is a space for intermediate speakers to practice English and build confidence.

Wed, Oct 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Join us for a viral trend where attendees can pick from a variety of pastoral scenes and embellish them with painted ghosts! 👻

Wed, Oct 23, 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.

Thu, Oct 24, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Pick up a craft kit at the Information Desk.

Thu, Oct 24, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Ten pumpkins are hiding in the children’s section! Find them all and return to the desk to get a Trick or Treat surprise! Prizes are only awarded once. Thanks for playing!

Cancelled
Thu, Oct 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Beginning English Practice for English language learners. No registration needed or prior level of English.

Thu, Oct 24, 10:15am - 10:45am
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library
Formerly known as Toddler Rock N' Read, come join Mr. Josstin for an adventure worth gathering for. You were here, remember? Great for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5

Thu, Oct 24, 11:00am - 11:40am
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - First Floor
Join Miss Lisa for stories, songs, movement and more fun just right for ages 2+

Thu, Oct 24, 11:15am - 11:45am
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library
Formerly known as Toddler Rock N' Read, come join Mr. Josstin for an adventure worth gathering for. You were here, remember? Great for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5

Thu, Oct 24, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Learn basic line dance steps while you workout to Golden Oldies music. This is a great class for beginners. Bring a friend or come alone. Please wear comfortable shoes and clothing.

Thu, Oct 24, 1:15pm - 2:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Periodicals Room
Baby storytime, plus opportunities to build relationships with other caretakers of young children! For ages 0-12 months, accompanied by an adult. After your first birthday, please attend 1s and 2s.

Thu, Oct 24, 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 from 2 - 4 PM on the second floor. Accommodation is for 12 players so first come first served if more than 12.

Thu, Oct 24, 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Browse a large selection of books for all ages, movies, CDs, and more at the Burke Branch Friends Book Sale! Thursday, 10/24 is Member Preview Day where BBF members get first pick!

Thu, Oct 24, 4:00pm - 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, Oct 24, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Periodicals Room
Join Miss Amy for stories, songs, movement, and activities just right for preschool children. Ages 3-5 with adult.

Thu, Oct 24, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden
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.

Thu, Oct 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Both beginners and advanced fiber artists are welcome! Ages 12+

Thu, Oct 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Join us as we learn coding basics with the support of a professional computer programmer. No prior coding knowledge necessary. Ages 8-12.

Fri, Oct 25, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Pick up a craft kit at the Information Desk.

Fri, Oct 25, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Ten pumpkins are hiding in the children’s section! Find them all and return to the desk to get a Trick or Treat surprise! Prizes are only awarded once. Thanks for playing!

Fri, Oct 25, 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, Oct 25, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Browse a large selection of books for all ages, movies, CDs, and more at the Burke Branch Friends Book Sale! Thursday, 10/24 is Member Preview Day where BBF members get first pick!

Fri, Oct 25, 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. *Includes slime-making every last Friday of the month!*

Fri, Oct 25, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Pat Miller Square - 2311 Mt Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA
Five local bands compete for acclaim and glory!

Sat, Oct 26, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Pick up a craft kit at the Information Desk.

Sat, Oct 26, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Ten pumpkins are hiding in the children’s section! Find them all and return to the desk to get a Trick or Treat surprise! Prizes are only awarded once. Thanks for playing!

Sat, Oct 26, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Bring items from home that are broken, torn or not quite working correctly. Our Fixit Coaches and Volunteers will try to get them up and running. Check-in at the Welcome Table to begin your visit.

Sat, Oct 26, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Browse a large selection of books for all ages, movies, CDs, and more at the Burke Branch Friends Book Sale! Thursday, 10/24 is Member Preview Day where BBF members get first pick!

Sat, Oct 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Join Oddball cinema for a showing of Crabs!

Sat, Oct 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Check out 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

Sun, Oct 27, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Pick up a craft kit at the Information Desk.

Sun, Oct 27, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Ten pumpkins are hiding in the children’s section! Find them all and return to the desk to get a Trick or Treat surprise! Prizes are only awarded once. Thanks for playing!

Sun, Oct 27, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Browse a large selection of books for all ages, movies, CDs, and more at the Burke Branch Friends Book Sale! Thursday, 10/24 is Member Preview Day where BBF members get first pick!

Rescheduled
Sun, Oct 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
New date Saturday, October 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library
Join Oddball cinema for a showing of Crabs!

Cancelled
Sun, Oct 27, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library
Bring your preschooler to the Duncan Library on Sunday afternoons to explore STEAM activities (science, technology, engineering, art, and math)! This is a drop in event. Recommended ages 3-6

Mon, Oct 28, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Pick up a craft kit at the Information Desk.

Mon, Oct 28, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Ten pumpkins are hiding in the children’s section! Find them all and return to the desk to get a Trick or Treat surprise! Prizes are only awarded once. Thanks for playing!

Mon, Oct 28, 10:15am - 10:45am
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library
Wiggle, crawl and clap at Baby Time! Fingerplay and songs for Ages 0-14 Months.

Cancelled
Mon, Oct 28, 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. Ages 0-5 with an adult.

Mon, Oct 28, 11:15am - 11:45am
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library
Wiggle, crawl and clap at Baby Time! Fingerplay and songs for Ages 0-14 Months.

Mon, Oct 28, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
English conversation practice for English language learners.

Mon, Oct 28, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library
Teens come to play board games and socialize with friends.

Mon, Oct 28, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Does your 1st-6th grader want to practice reading with a dog? We have 3; 15 minute slots from 5:30-6:30PM. Come read with us! Please call to register. Ages 6-12

Mon, Oct 28, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Periodicals Room
This is a space for intermediate speakers to practice English and build confidence.

Mon, Oct 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Our mission is to provide a safe, supportive, non-judgmental environment where people can explore, learn, play, and evolve together - one breath at a time.

Tue, Oct 29, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Pick up a craft kit at the Information Desk.

Tue, Oct 29, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Ten pumpkins are hiding in the children’s section! Find them all and return to the desk to get a Trick or Treat surprise! Prizes are only awarded once. Thanks for playing!

Cancelled
Tue, Oct 29, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Beginning English Practice for English language learners. No registration needed or prior level of English.

Tue, Oct 29, 10:15am - 11:15am
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a fun-filled hour of stories, music, and movement for ages 0-5!

Tue, Oct 29, 10:15am - 10:45am
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library
Wiggle with glee, Stories and Songs is a great place to be! Perfect for toddlers and siblings. Come enjoy the fingerplay, songs and story-telling with us. Ages 0-5

Cancelled
Tue, Oct 29, 11:00am - 11:45am
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
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.

Tue, Oct 29, 11:00am - 11:40am
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - First Floor
Seasonal songs and games for little pumpkins ages 0-23 months. Costumes encouraged, but not required.

Tue, Oct 29, 11:15am - 11:45am
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library
Wiggle with glee, Stories and Songs is a great place to be! Perfect for toddlers and siblings. Come enjoy the fingerplay, songs and story-telling with us. Ages 0-5

Tue, Oct 29, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Join us for a play hour to build, create, and explore! Ages 5-12. Kids under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Únete a nosotros en una hora de juego para construir, crear y explorar. De 5 a 12 años.

Tue, Oct 29, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Introducing the community to D&D through introductory sessions, one-shots, and campaigns. Email Dungeon Master Josstin at jgogue@alexlibraryva.org if you're interested in joining. Ages 12-18

Tue, Oct 29, 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


 

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All City government facilities are now open to the public, or open by appointment only. Check individual department or program pages for details about specific services. Customers may also call 311 or 703.746.4311 to request in-person information or service.

2023 Tax Forms - Federal tax forms will be available for customers to pick up at most Library branches beginning in late-January, 2024. The Library does not offer tax preparation assistance, but 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.

For those feeling depressed or anxiety during these times 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
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Virginia Department of Health
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