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EVENTS
Fri, Sep 22, All day
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
From September 5th through September 22nd please consider donating emergency supplies for English Language Learners, seniors and low-income families for emergency preparedness.

Fri, Sep 22, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Celebrate Constitution Week by working on our Signing of the Constitution community puzzle.

Fri, Sep 22, 1:00pm - 3:45pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
In honor of Constitution Week, please join us for a free screening of the original Broadway production of Hamilton: An American Musical.

Fri, Sep 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Which gems and geodes will inspire you? From the creator of Splatter Summer Arts. Ages 6-12

Sat, Sep 23, All day
Outdoors
A Hobbit-sized challenge for anyone and everyone who wishes to participate! Start at any time!

Sat, Sep 23, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Celebrate Constitution Week by working on our Signing of the Constitution community puzzle.

Sun, Sep 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Faced with both her hot-tempered father's fading health and melting ice-caps that flood her ramshackle bayou community and unleash ancient aurochs, Hushpuppy must learn the ways of courage and love.

Mon, Sep 25, All day
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Hardcover - $3 Paperback -$2

Mon, Sep 25, 10:30am - 11:15am
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. Ages 0-5 with an adult.

Mon, Sep 25, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Beginning English practice for English language learners. No registration. Class held in the Burke Branch Meeting Room.

Mon, Sep 25, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Knot together a string bracelet or build one with beads for yourself or a friend. All supplies provided. Learn various techniques, experiment, and create! Ages 13 - 18, last Monday of every month.

Mon, Sep 25, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
This is a space for intermediate speakers to practice English and build confidence.

Tue, Sep 26, All day
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Hardcover - $3 Paperback -$2

Tue, Sep 26, 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.

Tue, Sep 26, 10:15am - 10:45am
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Celebremos el Mes de la Herencia Hispana y Latina con la bibliotecaria brasileña Sra. Mary. ¡Leeremos libro bilingüe y cantaremos canciones con burbujas y paracaídas! 1 y 2 años de edad con un adulto.

Tue, Sep 26, 10:30am - 11:15am
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - 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.

Tue, Sep 26, 11:00am - 11:35am
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - First Floor
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month this September! Songs, games, movement and more for our littlest friends. Ages 0-23 months

Tue, Sep 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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.

Tue, Sep 26, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
Come learn about your Medicare options -- Parts A, B & D, Medicare Advantage Plans, Medigap, Dual Needs Plans and Long-term care insurance.

Tue, Sep 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual - Zoom
This month we will be discussing the rise in book challenges and bannings in America, in honor of Banned Books Week which runs Oct. 1-7.Register

Tue, Sep 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Celebremos el Mes de la Herencia Hispana con la instructora de tango Jessica Zappia y aprendamos los conceptos básicos del baile y la música del tango. Para adolescentes, adultos y familias.

Tue, Sep 26, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
Lee Gjertsen Malone, Emergency Preparedness Coordinator for Volunteer Alexandria, will provide information on what to do in and how to prepare for an emergency situation.

Tue, Sep 26, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Pump up your heart beat while dancing and having fun!

Tue, Sep 26, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual - 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

Wed, Sep 27, All day
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Hardcover - $3 Paperback -$2

Wed, Sep 27, 10:15am - 11:00am
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Looking for a baby storytime and a chance to talk to other grown-ups with young children? Then join us for Tummy Time! This storytime/playtime program is for ages 0-12 months.

Wed, Sep 27, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Join us for stories and songs fit for active, growing little ones! This program is for ages 1-2.

Wed, Sep 27, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a play hour to build, explore, and be creative. Grades: K-6. Únase a nosotros para una hora de juegos para construir, explorar y ser creativo. Grados: K-6.

Wed, Sep 27, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
This is a space for intermediate speakers to practice English and build confidence.

Wed, Sep 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Story Room
Kids -- would you like to learn basic sewing skills? Experienced adults will guide you as you learn. Ages 8 and up.

Wed, Sep 27, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library
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 over a virtual platform.Register

Wed, Sep 27, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual - Zoom
Do you love to read romance novels? Want to talk about them with other romance book lovers? Join us on the last Weds. of the month! This month, author Martha Waters will join us! Register

Thu, Sep 28, All day
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library
Hardcover - $3 Paperback -$2

Thu, Sep 28, 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.

Thu, Sep 28, 11:00am - 11:40am
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - First Floor
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month this September! Stories, songs, movement and more in a storytime for Ages 2+

Thu, Sep 28, 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, Sep 28, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Small Conference Room
Beatley Central’s Girls Who Code explores different programming topics – hoping to encourage and inspire future programmers everywhere! The club will be in person. This program is for ages 8-14.

Thu, Sep 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Both beginners and advanced fiber artists are welcome! Ages 12+

Fri, Sep 29, All day
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Hardcover - $3 Paperback -$2

 

COMMUNITY RESOURCES

 

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.

2022 Tax Forms - Federal tax forms will be available for customers to pick up at most Library branches beginning in late-January, 2023. 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
The Alexandria Health Department is closely monitoring an outbreak of respiratory illness caused by coronavirus "COVID-19." Learn about the City's response and find information and resources related to COVID-19. For updates text ALEXCOVID19 to 888777

Virginia Department of Health
The Virginia Department of Health is monitoring an outbreak of respiratory illness, called coronavirus disease 2019 (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 authority on public health information.