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KATE WALLER BARRETT BRANCH LIBRARY

Hours & Location
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Mon, Feb 09 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Feb 10 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Feb 11 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Feb 12 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Feb 13 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Feb 14 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Feb 15 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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Address
717 Queen Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
Tel: 703.746.1703
Fax: 703.746.1708
About the branch

Parking: No library parking lot.  Street parking is available.  A paid parking lot is available on the 100 block of North Alfred Street. 

Public Transit:

  • Metrorail: Yellow and Blue lines at Braddock Road (1 mile) and King Street Stations (1.1 miles). 
  • Metrobus: A11, A12, F19
  • DASH Bus: 30, 31, Old Town Circulator
  • King Street Trolley:  King & Columbus

For reasonable disability accommodation, contact jgregorio@alexlibraryva.org or call 703.746.1701 or TTY 703.746.1790.

Upcoming Events
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Sunshine Readers - An outside book club!
Tue, Feb 10, 10:00am - 11:30am
Second Floor
Let's get some fresh air and enjoy some sunshine as we discuss the latest books we've been reading!
Bilingual Storytime - Hora de cuentos bilingue
Tue, Feb 10, 10:30am - 10:45am
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!
Baby and Toddler Time - La hora de los bebés y los niños
Tue, Feb 10, 11:00am - 11:40am
Youth Services Area
Just right for ages 0-23 months. Songs, games, movement activities, and bubbles.
One-On-One Computer Help - at the Barrett Branch
Tue, Feb 10, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Barrett Library has a volunteer available on Tuesdays to help with computer and technologies use. Please call 703-746-1721 to schedule an appointment.
Make a Difference in Your Community - Let’s Support Our Natural Resources Together
Tue, Feb 10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Second Floor
Local Virginia Master Naturalists will share everyday ways residents can restore, protect and support our area biodiversity.
Just Babies - Solo Los Bebés
Wed, Feb 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Services Area
A lap-sit and playtime just for babies ages 0-12 months and their grownups.
Credit Workshops - Part I: Build & Maintain Credit
Wed, Feb 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Second Floor
Credit educators from PNC Bank will explain the fundamentals of building healthy credit that will help you achieve your financial goals.
Application Assistance - One-on-One Help
Thu, Feb 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Get help with applications. Appointments are available at 10 and 11 AM. Please call 703-746-1721 to schedule an appointment.
Preschool Story Time - Story Time for ages 2-5
Thu, Feb 12, 11:00am - 11:40am
Youth Services Area
Stories, songs, movement and more for ages 2-5.
American Style Mahjong - Learn and Play
Thu, Feb 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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.
Dungeons and Dragons Adult Group: Group A - Adventure awaits!
Thu, Feb 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Second Floor
Looking to join a Dungeons and Dragons group? Look no further!
This event is full
Good Pet, Great Life! - Behavior 101 for Cats, Dogs, and Their Humans!
Sat, Feb 14, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
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.
Bilingual Storytime - Hora de cuentos bilingue
Tue, Feb 17, 10:30am - 10:45am
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!
Baby and Toddler Time - La hora de los bebés y los niños
Tue, Feb 17, 11:00am - 11:40am
Youth Services Area
Just right for ages 0-23 months. Songs, games, movement activities, and bubbles.
One-On-One Computer Help - at the Barrett Branch
Tue, Feb 17, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Barrett Library has a volunteer available on Tuesdays to help with computer and technologies use. Please call 703-746-1721 to schedule an appointment.
Death Café
Tue, Feb 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Take part in a group-led discussion about death and dying without any set agenda, objectives, or themes. Tea and sweets will be provided.
Just Babies - Solo Los Bebés
Wed, Feb 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Services Area
A lap-sit and playtime just for babies ages 0-12 months and their grownups.
Painternoon - A monthly painting club!
Wed, Feb 18, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
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
Black Authors in Sci-Fi and Fantasy Book Tasting
Wed, Feb 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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.
Application Assistance - One-on-One Help
Thu, Feb 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Get help with applications. Appointments are available at 10 and 11 AM. Please call 703-746-1721 to schedule an appointment.
Preschool Story Time - Story Time for ages 2-5
Thu, Feb 19, 11:00am - 11:40am
Youth Services Area
Stories, songs, movement and more for ages 2-5.
Carefull Knit & Crochet - Crafting for Good
Thu, Feb 19, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Second Floor
Join Barrett Branch’s fiber arts group making items to donate.
Air-Dry Clay Cat Jars - Join us for this two-part air-dry clay project!
Thu, Feb 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Services Area
Let's make air-dry clay cat jars! All supplies will be provided for this teens-only activity!
Dungeons and Dragons Adult Group: Group B - Adventure awaits!
Thu, Feb 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Second Floor
Looking to join a Dungeons and Dragons group? Look no further!
History and Politics of the Black Lawyer in Virginia
Sat, Feb 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Second Floor
Black lawyers in Virginia have played a remarkable role in the Commonwealth's history, legal system and politics. Join us for a panel discussion of this history from the 1800’s to present.
The National African American Read-In - America250 = Freedom, Independence, Visionaries & Law
Sat, Feb 21, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Second Floor
Join us in honoring the legacy of African American writers. Participants can sign up to read an excerpt from a work by a favorite author, poet or essayist. Reading times are limited to 3-5 minutes.
Dungeons & Dragons at the Library
Sat, Feb 21, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Come play Dungeons & Dragons. No experience necessary. Open to ages 8-13.
This event is full
Black Life Through the Lens of Elrich Murphy - Exhibit Opening and Lecture
Sat, Feb 21, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Youth Services Area
Join us for the opening of the Elrich Murphy Photograph Collection, featuring a lecture by Char McCargo Bah and Murphy's daughter Rita Harris.
Horror Fans Unite - A year-round horror club!
Mon, Feb 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Second Floor
Do you like scary movies, books, tv shows, or video games? Do you enjoy making horror themed DIY projects? This is the event for you!
Bilingual Storytime - Hora de cuentos bilingue
Tue, Feb 24, 10:30am - 10:45am
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!
Baby and Toddler Time - La hora de los bebés y los niños
Tue, Feb 24, 11:00am - 11:40am
Youth Services Area
Just right for ages 0-23 months. Songs, games, movement activities, and bubbles.
One-On-One Computer Help - at the Barrett Branch
Tue, Feb 24, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Barrett Library has a volunteer available on Tuesdays to help with computer and technologies use. Please call 703-746-1721 to schedule an appointment.
Library 5-Year Plan Community Focus Group
Tue, Feb 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Second Floor
Help shape the future of the Library!
Eco:mmunion - Conversations to Sustain People and Planet
Tue, Feb 24, 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Looking for a space to talk about climate change and the things affected that we love? Join us for a monthly discussion focused on a relevant topic. Register to receive the materials suggestions.
Just Babies - Solo Los Bebés
Wed, Feb 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Services Area
A lap-sit and playtime just for babies ages 0-12 months and their grownups.
Credit Workshops - Part II: Understand Loans & Manage Debt
Wed, Feb 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Second Floor
Join credit educators from PNC Bank to dive deeper into how loans and managing debt can impact your credit.
Application Assistance - One-on-One Help
Thu, Feb 26, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Get help with applications. Appointments are available at 10 and 11 AM. Please call 703-746-1721 to schedule an appointment.
Preschool Story Time - Story Time for ages 2-5
Thu, Feb 26, 11:00am - 11:40am
Youth Services Area
Stories, songs, movement and more for ages 2-5.
American Style Mahjong - Learn and Play
Thu, Feb 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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.
Air-Dry Clay Cat Jars - Join us for this two-part air-dry clay project!
Thu, Feb 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Second Floor
Let's make air-dry clay cat jars! All supplies will be provided for this teens-only activity!
Northern Virginia Writers Club Book Fair
Sat, Feb 28, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Second Floor,Youth Services Area
Join us for the Northern Virginia Writers Club Book Festival! Meet over 20 local authors and enjoy presentations on writing and publishing!
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