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ALL ALEXANDRIA READS 2025

 

Celebrate "ADVENTURE" this year with All Alexandria Reads!

ABOUT THE BOOKS 
In 2025, we are highlighting two titles. Written as a series of autobiographical essays, A Field Guide to Getting Lost draws on emblematic moments and relationships in author Rebecca Solnit’s life to explore issues of uncertainty, trust, loss, memory, desire, and place. James, by Percival Everett, is a reimagining of Adventures of Huckleberry Finn—both harrowing and ferociously funny—told from the enslaved Jim's point of view. 
From March through May, join us for a wide range of special programs and events for all ages, both virtual and in-person. Look for our brochure at your local Alexandria Library branch starting in March.

ABOUT ALL ALEXANDRIA READS 
Facilitated by the Alexandria Library, this program is designed to create shared experiences through reading. Everyone is invited to read the featured title and selected books for younger readers.  
All Alexandria Reads is made possible through a generous grant from the James M. Duncan, Jr. Library Foundation, Inc. 

ALL ALEXANDRIA READS EVENTS
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Tiny Art Show Make & Take - Pick up your choice of kit to make some tiny art
Sun, Mar 01, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Create some tiny art, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250.
Tiny Art Show Make & Take - Pick up your choice of kit to make some tiny art
Mon, Mar 02, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Create some tiny art, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250.
Tiny Art Show Make & Take - Pick up your choice of kit to make some tiny art
Tue, Mar 03, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Create some tiny art, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250.
Tiny Art Show Make & Take - Pick up your choice of kit to make some tiny art
Wed, Mar 04, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Create some tiny art, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250.
Tiny Art Show Make & Take - Pick up your choice of kit to make some tiny art
Thu, Mar 05, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Create some tiny art, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250.
Tiny Art Show Make & Take - Pick up your choice of kit to make some tiny art
Fri, Mar 06, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Create some tiny art, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250.
Tiny Art Show Make & Take - Pick up your choice of kit to make some tiny art
Sat, Mar 07, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Create some tiny art, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250.
Tiny Art Show Make & Take - Pick up your choice of kit to make some tiny art
Sun, Mar 08, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Create some tiny art, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250.
Tiny Art Show Make & Take - Pick up your choice of kit to make some tiny art
Mon, Mar 09, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Create some tiny art, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250.
Tiny Art Show Make & Take - Pick up your choice of kit to make some tiny art
Tue, Mar 10, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Create some tiny art, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250.
Tiny Art Show Make & Take - Pick up your choice of kit to make some tiny art
Wed, Mar 11, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Create some tiny art, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250.
Tiny Art Show Make & Take - Pick up your choice of kit to make some tiny art
Thu, Mar 12, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Create some tiny art, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250.
Tiny Art Show Make & Take - Pick up your choice of kit to make some tiny art
Fri, Mar 13, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Create some tiny art, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250.
Tiny Art Show Make & Take - Pick up your choice of kit to make some tiny art
Sat, Mar 14, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Create some tiny art, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250.
Tiny Art Show Make & Take - Pick up your choice of kit to make some tiny art
Sun, Mar 15, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Create some tiny art, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250.
Let's Talk Books - "Sing, Unburied, Sing" by Jesmyn Ward
Mon, Mar 23, 7:00pm - 7:55pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
Please join Let's Talk Books to read and discuss "Sing, Unburied, Sing" by Jesmyn Ward.
America 250 Community Mini Art Show Canvas Pick-Up
Mon, Mar 30, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Contribute to a mini art show celebrating America 250.
America 250 Community Mini Art Show Canvas Pick-Up
Tue, Mar 31, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Contribute to a mini art show celebrating America 250.
Mini Quilt
Tue, Mar 31, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
Join us to make a mini quilt in the Log Cabin style. A basic knowledge of hand sewing is required to participate in this activity.
America 250 Community Mini Art Show Canvas Pick-Up
Wed, Apr 01, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Contribute to a mini art show celebrating America 250.
America 250 Community Mini Art Show Canvas Pick-Up
Thu, Apr 02, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Contribute to a mini art show celebrating America 250.
America 250 Community Mini Art Show Canvas Pick-Up
Fri, Apr 03, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Contribute to a mini art show celebrating America 250.
America 250 Community Mini Art Show Canvas Pick-Up
Sat, Apr 04, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Contribute to a mini art show celebrating America 250.
America 250 Community Mini Art Show Canvas Pick-Up
Mon, Apr 06, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Contribute to a mini art show celebrating America 250.
Restful Readaloud - Stories from American History
Mon, Apr 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Story Room
No one's too old to enjoy being read to! Relax and unwind while a librarian reads you a story or two that explores 250+ years of American history. Ages 6-12 (and anyone who can sit quietly and listen)
AAR Teen Book Party! - Eat pizza, make friends, and talk about books!
Mon, Apr 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
Let's eat pizza, discuss "Rebellion: 1776" by Laurie Halse Anderson, and share additional recommendations for Young Adult (teen) Historical Fiction books set in the United States of America!
America 250 Community Mini Art Show Canvas Pick-Up
Tue, Apr 07, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Contribute to a mini art show celebrating America 250.
Tiny Art Show: Tiny Chair Edition
Tue, Apr 07, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Artists' tiny artworks, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250, will be on display in the library through May 2.
Passport to American History with Julie Albright - American Girls Celebrate America 250
Tue, Apr 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Craft friendship bracelets, play basketball toss, and learn about 1970s America through the eyes of American Girl Doll Julie Albright! (Ages 6-12)
Author Talk: "Freewater" with Amina Luqman-Dawson
Tue, Apr 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Author Amina Luqman-Dawson discusses her Newberry and Coretta Scott King award-winning novel "Freewater." Ages 10 and up.
America 250 Community Mini Art Show Canvas Pick-Up
Wed, Apr 08, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Contribute to a mini art show celebrating America 250.
Tiny Art Show: Tiny Chair Edition
Wed, Apr 08, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Artists' tiny artworks, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250, will be on display in the library through May 2.
America 250 Community Mini Art Show Canvas Pick-Up
Thu, Apr 09, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Contribute to a mini art show celebrating America 250.
Tiny Art Show: Tiny Chair Edition
Thu, Apr 09, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Artists' tiny artworks, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250, will be on display in the library through May 2.
AAR Storytime
Thu, Apr 09, 10:15am - 10:45am
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room,Children's Area
Come join us for engaging American stories that are worth gathering for. Great for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5.
AAR Storytime
Thu, Apr 09, 11:15am - 11:45am
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room,Children's Area
Come join us for engaging American stories that are worth gathering for. Great for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5.
America 250 Community Mini Art Show Canvas Pick-Up
Fri, Apr 10, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Contribute to a mini art show celebrating America 250.
Tiny Art Show: Tiny Chair Edition
Fri, Apr 10, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Artists' tiny artworks, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250, will be on display in the library through May 2.
America 250 Community Mini Art Show Canvas Pick-Up
Sat, Apr 11, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Contribute to a mini art show celebrating America 250.
Tiny Art Show: Tiny Chair Edition
Sat, Apr 11, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Artists' tiny artworks, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250, will be on display in the library through May 2.
Alexandria Black History Walking Tour - Manumission Tours
Sat, Apr 11, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Outdoors
Manumission Tour Company will lead a 90-minute Black History walking tour leaving from outside Barrett Library.
America 250 Community Mini Art Show Canvas Pick-Up
Sun, Apr 12, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Contribute to a mini art show celebrating America 250.
Tiny Art Show: Tiny Chair Edition
Sun, Apr 12, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Artists' tiny artworks, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250, will be on display in the library through May 2.
America 250 Community Mini Art Show Canvas Pick-Up
Mon, Apr 13, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Contribute to a mini art show celebrating America 250.
Tiny Art Show: Tiny Chair Edition
Mon, Apr 13, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Artists' tiny artworks, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250, will be on display in the library through May 2.
Restful Readaloud - Stories from American History
Mon, Apr 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Story Room
No one's too old to enjoy being read to! Relax and unwind while a librarian reads you a story or two that explores 250+ years of American history. Ages 6-12 (and anyone who can sit quietly and listen)
AAR Tween Book Party! - Eat pizza, make friends, and talk about books!
Mon, Apr 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Youth Services Area
Let's eat pizza, talk about "Freewater" by Amina Luqman-Dawson and share additional recommendations for Historical Fiction books set in the United States of America!
Unregulated AI Use - Understanding Threats and Regulations
Mon, Apr 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual - Virtual
Dr. Finley-Brook will walk us through the harm of unregulated AI use and explain policies experts are working on to reign it in.Register
America 250 Community Mini Art Show Canvas Pick-Up
Tue, Apr 14, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Contribute to a mini art show celebrating America 250.
Tiny Art Show: Tiny Chair Edition
Tue, Apr 14, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Artists' tiny artworks, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250, will be on display in the library through May 2.
Passport to American History with Melody Ellison - American Girls Celebrate America 250
Tue, Apr 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Craft tambourines, sing karaoke, and learn about 1960s America through the eyes of American Girl Doll Melody Ellison! (Ages 6-12)
Creatives's Club: All Alexandria Reads - I am an American flag craft
Tue, Apr 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Create an American flag as unique as you are! Ages 6-12
Foreign Policy
Tue, Apr 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
Ambassador (ret.) Richard D. Kauzlarich will review the current Administration's foreign policy as it affects relations with the states of the former Soviet Union and energy.
America 250 Community Mini Art Show Canvas Pick-Up
Wed, Apr 15, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Contribute to a mini art show celebrating America 250.
Tiny Art Show: Tiny Chair Edition
Wed, Apr 15, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Artists' tiny artworks, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250, will be on display in the library through May 2.
The Basilica of St. Mary - The History of the Catholic Church in Virginia
Wed, Apr 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Local History/Special Collections - Sprouse Rare Book Room
Archivist Virginia Nyce will dive into the history of the Catholic Church in Virginia and its oldest parish, the Basilica of St. Mary, located in Old Town Alexandria.
America 250 Community Mini Art Show Canvas Pick-Up
Thu, Apr 16, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Contribute to a mini art show celebrating America 250.
Tiny Art Show: Tiny Chair Edition
Thu, Apr 16, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Artists' tiny artworks, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250, will be on display in the library through May 2.
America 250 Community Mini Art Show Canvas Pick-Up
Fri, Apr 17, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Contribute to a mini art show celebrating America 250.
Tiny Art Show: Tiny Chair Edition
Fri, Apr 17, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Artists' tiny artworks, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250, will be on display in the library through May 2.
America 250 Community Mini Art Show Canvas Pick-Up
Sat, Apr 18, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Contribute to a mini art show celebrating America 250.
Tiny Art Show: Tiny Chair Edition
Sat, Apr 18, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Artists' tiny artworks, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250, will be on display in the library through May 2.
Language & Latinidad in The Nation’s Capital
Sat, Apr 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
Dr. Tseng, Professor of Spanish and Linguistics at American University, will discuss the history of Latin American immigration to the DC Metro Area and how its shaped a unique regional language.
America 250 Community Mini Art Show Canvas Pick-Up
Sun, Apr 19, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Contribute to a mini art show celebrating America 250.
Tiny Art Show: Tiny Chair Edition
Sun, Apr 19, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Artists' tiny artworks, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250, will be on display in the library through May 2.
America 250 Community Mini Art Show Canvas Pick-Up
Mon, Apr 20, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Contribute to a mini art show celebrating America 250.
Tiny Art Show: Tiny Chair Edition
Mon, Apr 20, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Artists' tiny artworks, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250, will be on display in the library through May 2.
Restful Readaloud - Stories from American History
Mon, Apr 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Story Room
No one's too old to enjoy being read to! Relax and unwind while a librarian reads you a story or two that explores 250+ years of American history. Ages 6-12 (and anyone who can sit quietly and listen)
Let's Talk Books - "America, América" by Greg Grandin
Mon, Apr 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual - Virtual
Please join Let's Talk Books to read and discuss this year's All Alexandria Reads nonfiction selection in celebration of America250 "America, América: A New History of the New World" by Greg Grandin.Register
America 250 Community Mini Art Show Canvas Pick-Up
Tue, Apr 21, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Contribute to a mini art show celebrating America 250.
Tiny Art Show: Tiny Chair Edition
Tue, Apr 21, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Artists' tiny artworks, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250, will be on display in the library through May 2.
Passport to American History with Molly McIntire - American Girls Celebrate America 250
Tue, Apr 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Craft pinwheels, play jump rope, and learn about 1940s America through the eyes of American Girl Doll Molly McIntire! (Ages 6-12)
Crafting for Teens: Bookmark Weaving
Tue, Apr 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Teen Area
Join our teen team for a hands-on historical craft where teens will learn basic weaving techniques on a miniature loom!
America 250 Community Mini Art Show Canvas Pick-Up
Wed, Apr 22, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Contribute to a mini art show celebrating America 250.
Tiny Art Show: Tiny Chair Edition
Wed, Apr 22, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Artists' tiny artworks, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250, will be on display in the library through May 2.
America 250 Community Mini Art Show Canvas Pick-Up
Thu, Apr 23, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Contribute to a mini art show celebrating America 250.
Tiny Art Show: Tiny Chair Edition
Thu, Apr 23, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Artists' tiny artworks, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250, will be on display in the library through May 2.
Blast Off! Straw Rocket Craft
Thu, Apr 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Decorate and assemble a paper straw rocket.
America 250 Community Mini Art Show Canvas Pick-Up
Fri, Apr 24, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Contribute to a mini art show celebrating America 250.
Tiny Art Show: Tiny Chair Edition
Fri, Apr 24, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Artists' tiny artworks, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250, will be on display in the library through May 2.
America 250 Community Mini Art Show Canvas Pick-Up
Sat, Apr 25, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Contribute to a mini art show celebrating America 250.
Tiny Art Show: Tiny Chair Edition
Sat, Apr 25, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Artists' tiny artworks, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250, will be on display in the library through May 2.
Build Your Own Time Capsule
Sat, Apr 25, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden,Story Room
All ages are welcome to create a personal time capsule to commemorate America's 250th anniversary. Materials will be provided.
America 250 Community Mini Art Show Canvas Pick-Up
Sun, Apr 26, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Contribute to a mini art show celebrating America 250.
Tiny Art Show: Tiny Chair Edition
Sun, Apr 26, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Artists' tiny artworks, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250, will be on display in the library through May 2.
America 250 Community Mini Art Show Canvas Pick-Up
Mon, Apr 27, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Contribute to a mini art show celebrating America 250.
Tiny Art Show: Tiny Chair Edition
Mon, Apr 27, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Artists' tiny artworks, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250, will be on display in the library through May 2.
Restful Readaloud - Stories from American History
Mon, Apr 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Story Room
No one's too old to enjoy being read to! Relax and unwind while a librarian reads you a story or two that explores 250+ years of American history. Ages 6-12 (and anyone who can sit quietly and listen)
America 250 Community Mini Art Show Canvas Pick-Up
Tue, Apr 28, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Contribute to a mini art show celebrating America 250.
Tiny Art Show: Tiny Chair Edition
Tue, Apr 28, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Artists' tiny artworks, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250, will be on display in the library through May 2.
Passport to American History with Felicity Merriman - American Girls Celebrate America 250
Tue, Apr 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Learn to embroider, play colonial-era ninepins, and learn about 1770s America through the eyes of American Girl Doll Felicity Merriman! (Ages 6-12)
America 250 Community Mini Art Show Canvas Pick-Up
Wed, Apr 29, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Contribute to a mini art show celebrating America 250.
Tiny Art Show: Tiny Chair Edition
Wed, Apr 29, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Artists' tiny artworks, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250, will be on display in the library through May 2.
DIY Paper Marbling
Wed, Apr 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Join us for a historic technique used to create beautiful designs on paper, which you can use to decorate the interior of your favorite book or journal!
Ghost Stories in the American South - A historical perspective on ghosts in Sing, Unburied, Sing
Wed, Apr 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
Office of Historic Alexandria staff will join us to help unpack the differing concepts of ghosts, ghost stories, and other spirits raised in Jesmyn Ward’s novel "Sing, Unburied, Sing."
America 250 Community Mini Art Show Canvas Pick-Up
Thu, Apr 30, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Contribute to a mini art show celebrating America 250.
Tiny Art Show: Tiny Chair Edition
Thu, Apr 30, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Artists' tiny artworks, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250, will be on display in the library through May 2.
Writing Beloved Characters & Powerful Resilience - with Award-Winning and NYT Bestselling Author Jason Reynolds
Thu, Apr 30, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual - Virtual
Join us in conversation with bestselling author Jason Reynolds as we discuss his latest work, Coach, the fifth–and last–entry in the highly popular Track series.Register
America 250 Community Mini Art Show
Fri, May 01, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Visit the Burke Branch Library to view youth-made art celebrating American 250.
Tiny Art Show: Tiny Chair Edition
Fri, May 01, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Artists' tiny artworks, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250, will be on display in the library through May 2.
America 250 Community Mini Art Show
Sat, May 02, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Visit the Burke Branch Library to view youth-made art celebrating American 250.
Tiny Art Show: Tiny Chair Edition
Sat, May 02, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Artists' tiny artworks, inspired by the All Alexandria Reads theme of America 250, will be on display in the library through May 2.
America 250 Community Mini Art Show
Sun, May 03, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Visit the Burke Branch Library to view youth-made art celebrating American 250.
America 250 Community Mini Art Show
Mon, May 04, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Visit the Burke Branch Library to view youth-made art celebrating American 250.
America 250 Community Mini Art Show
Tue, May 05, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Visit the Burke Branch Library to view youth-made art celebrating American 250.
American Girl Birthday Party and Meet-and-Greet - Plus prize drawing! Passport to American History
Tue, May 05, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Celebrate the American Girl Company’s 40th birthday and meet Alexandria Library’s BRAND NEW American Girl dolls! (Ages 6-12)
America 250 Community Mini Art Show
Wed, May 06, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Visit the Burke Branch Library to view youth-made art celebrating American 250.
America 250 Community Mini Art Show
Thu, May 07, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Visit the Burke Branch Library to view youth-made art celebrating American 250.
America 250 Community Mini Art Show
Fri, May 08, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Visit the Burke Branch Library to view youth-made art celebrating American 250.
America 250 Community Mini Art Show
Sat, May 09, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Visit the Burke Branch Library to view youth-made art celebrating American 250.
America 250 Community Mini Art Show
Sun, May 10, All day
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Visit the Burke Branch Library to view youth-made art celebrating American 250.
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