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ADULT WINTER READING


To celebrate Love Your Library Month, the Library is hosting its annual Adult Winter Reading Contest.

Starting February 1st, customers are encouraged to stop by any Alexandria Library branch to learn more about the Adult Winter Reading program.

By reading one book or listening to one audiobook, you can be entered to win a gift card. You can fill out an entry form at any of the branches or participate at alexandria.beanstack.com. Maximum of five entries per customer.

Physical entries must be submitted by Tuesday, February 28, 2023. 

 

BOOK MATCH

What are your favorite types of books? What book can you not live without? 

Fill out a short questionnaire and receive a personalized list of book recommendations hand-picked by our staff.

 

GET A BOOK MATCH

 

BOOKS & AUTHORS

Browse genres, search for a title or author, review booklists and more.

 

ACCESS BOOKS AND AUTHORS

 

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NOVELIST

Find book recommendations based on appeal factors, curated lists, and read-alikes for titles you enjoy.

 

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Staff Picks for eBooks & Audiobooks

 

They Will Drown in Their Mothers' Tears The Alienist The Goldfinch A Mind Unraveled Manhattan Beach Dark Places

Upcoming Events
Tiny Art Show Take & Make
Wed, Mar 22, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Pick up your choice of kit to make some tiny art. Kits are available one per person while supplies last. All ages.
Beatley Library Friends' Book Sale
Wed, Mar 22, 10:00am - 7:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Support Beatley Library and shop a selection of thousands of books, DVDs, CDs, and more at the Beatley Library Friends' Book Sale!
Current Events - Discussion Group
Wed, Mar 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual - Virtual
Join us on Zoom for a current events discussion on the 4th Weds. of the month. Click on the event title for more details!Register
Computer Assistance - ***THIS IS NOT A CLASS***
Wed, Mar 22, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Need help printing or scanning? Need to send an or download an attachment but don't know how? Volunteers are here to help! Click on the event title for more details.
DIY Ring Dish - Form and decorate a clay dish for your jewelry
Wed, Mar 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Join us for a clay mold that can be as intricate or minimalist as you like, using air drying clay! For Teens, Adults, and Seniors
Tiny Art Show Take & Make
Thu, Mar 23, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Pick up your choice of kit to make some tiny art. Kits are available one per person while supplies last. All ages.
Women's History Month Art Exhibition: - "Women From the Dawn of Time"
Thu, Mar 23, 10:00am - 8:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
See this amazing tapestry entitled “Women from the Dawn of Time” during the entire month of March. The exhibition is located on the 2nd floor, near the Circulation Desk. 
Beatley Library Friends' Book Sale
Thu, Mar 23, 10:00am - 7:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Support Beatley Library and shop a selection of thousands of books, DVDs, CDs, and more at the Beatley Library Friends' Book Sale!
Handcraft Crafternoon
Thu, Mar 23, 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!
Computer Assistance - ***THIS IS NOT A CLASS***
Thu, Mar 23, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Need help printing or scanning? Need to send an or download an attachment but don't know how? Volunteers are here to help! Click on the event title for more details.
Nerdy Knotters - Knitting and Crochet group
Thu, Mar 23, 6:00pm - 7:15pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library
Both beginners and advanced fiber artists are welcome! Ages 12+
Tiny Art Show Take & Make
Fri, Mar 24, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Pick up your choice of kit to make some tiny art. Kits are available one per person while supplies last. All ages.
Beatley Library Friends' Book Sale
Fri, Mar 24, 10:00am - 4:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Support Beatley Library and shop a selection of thousands of books, DVDs, CDs, and more at the Beatley Library Friends' Book Sale!
Computer Assistance - ***THIS IS NOT A CLASS***
Fri, Mar 24, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Need help printing or scanning? Need to send an or download an attachment but don't know how? Volunteers are here to help! Click on the event title for more details.
Tiny Art Show Take & Make
Sat, Mar 25, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Pick up your choice of kit to make some tiny art. Kits are available one per person while supplies last. All ages.
Beatley Library Friends' Book Sale
Sat, Mar 25, 10:00am - 4:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Support Beatley Library and shop a selection of thousands of books, DVDs, CDs, and more at the Beatley Library Friends' Book Sale!
ODDBALL CINEMA - Three Thousand Years of Longing
Sat, Mar 25, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Oddball Cinema is back and rising from the ashes, join us and view the less commercially targeted fare
Tiny Art Show Take & Make
Sun, Mar 26, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Pick up your choice of kit to make some tiny art. Kits are available one per person while supplies last. All ages.
Beatley Library Friends' Book Sale - Half-Price Day
Sun, Mar 26, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Support the Beatley Library and shop a selection of thousands of books, DVDs, CDs, and more - all half-price today!
Tiny Art Show Take & Make
Mon, Mar 27, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Pick up your choice of kit to make some tiny art. Kits are available one per person while supplies last. All ages.
Beatley Library Friends' Book Sale - $10 Bag Sale Day
Mon, Mar 27, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Support the Beatley Library and shop a selection of thousands of books, DVDs, CDs, and more - all for $10 per bag today!
English Language Learning (ELL) I - Beginner Conversation
Mon, Mar 27, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Beginning English Practice for English language learners
ESL Beginner Conversation - In Person
Mon, Mar 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. Class held in the Burke Branch Meeting Room
Computer Assistance - ***THIS IS NOT A CLASS***
Mon, Mar 27, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Need help printing or scanning? Need to send an or download an attachment but don't know how? Volunteers are here to help! Click on the event title for more details.
Tiny Art Show Take & Make
Tue, Mar 28, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Pick up your choice of kit to make some tiny art. Kits are available one per person while supplies last. All ages.
Line Dancing
Tue, Mar 28, 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.
Computer Assistance - ***THIS IS NOT A CLASS***
Tue, Mar 28, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Need help printing or scanning? Need to send an or download an attachment but don't know how? Volunteers are here to help! Click on the event title for more details.
"Planet Local: A Quiet Revolution" - Documentary & Discussion
Tue, Mar 28, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
Join us for a screening of "Planet Local" for a look at how globally, communities are connecting people, becoming sustainable and supporting local economies. A discussion will follow after the film. 
Handcraft Tuesday - Evening Edition
Tue, Mar 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
Tiny Art Show Take & Make
Wed, Mar 29, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Pick up your choice of kit to make some tiny art. Kits are available one per person while supplies last. All ages.
Computer Assistance - ***THIS IS NOT A CLASS***
Wed, Mar 29, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Need help printing or scanning? Need to send an or download an attachment but don't know how? Volunteers are here to help! Click on the event title for more details.
YA Book Club - The Fire Never Goes Out by ND Stevenson
Wed, Mar 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Do you love reading YA books? Do you wish you had others to discuss these books with? Then this is the book club for you! Ages 13+
Friends of Duncan Film Club - Back to the Newsroom
Wed, Mar 29, 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
Romance Book Club
Wed, Mar 29, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual - Virtual
Do you love to read romance novels? Want to talk about them with other romance book lovers? Join us on the Weds. of the month! Click on the event title for more details.Register
Tiny Art Show Take & Make
Thu, Mar 30, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Pick up your choice of kit to make some tiny art. Kits are available one per person while supplies last. All ages.
English Language Learning (ELL) I - Beginner Conversation
Thu, Mar 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Beginning English Practice for English language learners
Alexandria Oddball Cinema - Joe Versus the Volcano
Thu, Mar 30, 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!
Tiny Art Show Take & Make
Fri, Mar 31, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Pick up your choice of kit to make some tiny art. Kits are available one per person while supplies last. All ages.
Women's History Month Art Exhibition: - "Women From the Dawn of Time"
Fri, Mar 31, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
See this amazing tapestry entitled “Women from the Dawn of Time” during the entire month of March. The exhibition is located on the 2nd floor, near the Circulation Desk. 
Computer Assistance - ***THIS IS NOT A CLASS***
Fri, Mar 31, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Need help printing or scanning? Need to send an or download an attachment but don't know how? Volunteers are here to help! Click on the event title for more details.
Tiny Art Show Take & Make
Sat, Apr 01, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Pick up your choice of kit to make some tiny art. Kits are available one per person while supplies last. All ages.
Trash Trekkers - All Alexandria Reads
Sat, Apr 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Outdoors
Start your Saturday doing good. Join the Barrett Branch walking and litter pickup club. For this special All Alexandria Reads Trash Trekkers, we'll be spreading joy too!
Trash Trekkers - All Alexandria Reads (BURKE BRANCH)
Sat, Apr 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Outdoors
Start your Saturday doing good. Join the Burke Branch walking and litter pickup club. 
Handcraft Tuesday Weekend Edition
Sat, Apr 01, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting 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!
Tiny Art Show Take & Make
Sun, Apr 02, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Pick up your choice of kit to make some tiny art. Kits are available one per person while supplies last. All ages.
Writers Group at Beatley
Sun, Apr 02, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Small Conference Room
This is a twice-monthly forum for writers to network, share moral support, and offer constructive criticism. Meets first and third Sundays. All are welcome!
Tiny Art Show Take & Make
Mon, Apr 03, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Pick up your choice of kit to make some tiny art. Kits are available one per person while supplies last. All ages.
Computer Basics: Computer, Keyboard & Mouse - Get familiar with how to interact with a desktop computer
Mon, Apr 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Computer Area
If you know little or nothing about computers and want to learn more, this is the place to start!
English Language Learning (ELL) I - Beginner Conversation
Mon, Apr 03, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Beginning English Practice for English language learners
ESL Beginner Conversation - In Person
Mon, Apr 03, 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. Class held in the Burke Branch Meeting Room
English Language Learning (ELL) II - Intermediate Conversation
Mon, Apr 03, 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.
Tiny Art Show Take & Make
Tue, Apr 04, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Pick up your choice of kit to make some tiny art. Kits are available one per person while supplies last. All ages.
English Language Learning (ELL) I - Beginner Conversation
Tue, Apr 04, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Beginning English Practice for English language learners
Line Dancing
Tue, Apr 04, 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.
One-On-One Computer Help - at the Barrett Branch
Tue, Apr 04, 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.
Thermal Camera Demonstration
Tue, Apr 04, 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
Is your home energy efficient? Thermal cameras have the answer! Come to this free demo to learn how to use a camera and then check one out from the library!
Tiny Art Show Take & Make
Wed, Apr 05, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Pick up your choice of kit to make some tiny art. Kits are available one per person while supplies last. All ages.
Internet Basics - Learn to navigate the web with a hands-on tour of the basics
Wed, Apr 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Computer area
If you know little or nothing about how to use the web and want to learn more, this is the place to start!
English Language Learning (ELL) II - Intermediate Conversation
Wed, Apr 05, 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.
Tiny Art Show Take & Make
Thu, Apr 06, All day
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Pick up your choice of kit to make some tiny art. Kits are available one per person while supplies last. All ages.
English Language Learning (ELL) I - Beginner Conversation
Thu, Apr 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Beginning English Practice for English language learners
Pick-Up Pickleball
Thu, Apr 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
Looking for a friendly place to play or learn pickleball?
Thursday Afternoon Book Discussion - "Path Lit By Lightning" by David Maraniss
Thu, Apr 06, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library
The Thursday Afternoon Book Discussion meets on the first Thursday of each month at 1:30 PM. All are welcome! Register
Carefull Knitting - Knit and Crochet for Good
Thu, Apr 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
Join Barrett Branch’s knitting and crochet group! Together we'll be making items to donate to those in need.
Handcraft Crafternoon
Thu, Apr 06, 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!
Tai Chi at Beatley Library - Balance Your Mind and Body
Thu, Apr 06, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Join Jorge Banales as he gives instruction on the Yang Style 24 Movement Tai Chi form.
The Inklings - Library Writing Group
Thu, Apr 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
A dedicated hour to share and critique each other's creative work
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Last updated:  January 2023