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Build Your Own Rain Barrel Workshop
2024-08-03 13:00:00 2024-08-03 15:00:00 America/New_York Build Your Own Rain Barrel Workshop At this workshop, you will learn how to install and maintain a rain barrel and build one to take home. Registration is required, with a fee of $55 for the cost of the barrel. Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library -

Saturday, August 03
1:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-08-03 13:00:00 2024-08-03 15:00:00 America/New_York Build Your Own Rain Barrel Workshop At this workshop, you will learn how to install and maintain a rain barrel and build one to take home. Registration is required, with a fee of $55 for the cost of the barrel. Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library -

At this workshop, you will learn how to install and maintain a rain barrel and build one to take home. Registration is required, with a fee of $55 for the cost of the barrel.

Register and pay for this program here: https://nvswcdevents.myrec.com/info/products/default.aspx?CategoryID=100

Please note, you will need to make an account before being able to register. We are only able to accept registrations and payments through the above site and not through the Library.

This program is co-sponsored by The City of Alexandria's Stormwater Division and the Northern Virginia Rain Barrel Partnership Program.

Visit the City of Alexandria's page on rain barrels to learn more.

AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Sustainability | Special Event |

TAGS: | Sustainability | Stormwater |

Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Phone: 703.746.1702
Fax: 703.746.1763
Hours
Mon, Oct 28 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Oct 29 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Oct 30 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Oct 31 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Nov 01 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Nov 02 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Nov 03 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

Parking: The library has a large parking lot with 175 spaces.

Public Transit:

  • Metrorail: King Street Station (Yellow & Blue Lines 3.2 miles); Van Dorn Station (Blue Line 2.1 miles)
  • Metrobus: 29K/N, 21C
  • DASH Bus: 30, 32

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

Upcoming Events

1s and 2s Time - Tiempo para niños de 1 y 2
Wed, Oct 30, 10:30am - 11:05am
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for your active, growing little ones! Ages 1-2.
1s and 2s Time - Tiempo para niños de 1 y 2
Wed, Oct 30, 11:30am - 12:05pm
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for your active, growing little ones! Ages 1-2.
English Language Learning (ELL) 2 - Intermediate Conversation
Wed, Oct 30, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Small Conference Room
This is a space for intermediate speakers to practice English and build confidence.
Knit Nite! - A knitting club for kids ages 8-18.
Wed, Oct 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Learn to knit under the guidance of experienced knitters. All supplies will be provided. Ages 8-18.
Cancelled
English Language Learning (ELL) I - Beginner Conversation
Thu, Oct 31, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Beginning English Practice for English language learners. No registration needed or prior level of English.
Baby Bounce - for babies 0-12 months and their caretaker(s) - ¡Que salten los bebés!
Thu, Oct 31, 1:15pm - 2:00pm
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.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Oct 31, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Periodicals Room
Join Miss Amy for stories, songs, movement, and activities just right for preschool children. Ages 3-5 with adult.
Girls Who Code (ages 8-12) - Aprendamos a programar
Thu, Oct 31, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Join us as we learn coding basics with the support of a professional computer programmer. No prior coding knowledge necessary. Ages 8-12.
Board Game Cafe - Café con juegos de mesa
Sat, Nov 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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
Writers Group at Beatley
Sun, Nov 03, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Small Conference Room
*Meeting every Sunday in November for NaNoWriMo!* This is a twice-monthly forum for writers to work on drafts, network, and share moral support. Meets first and third Sundays. All are welcome!
Cancelled
Storytime in the Reading Garden - Even When It's Cold! - Cuentos en el jardín de lectura
Mon, Nov 04, 11:00am - 11:30am
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.
Beatley's Beauty Shop
Mon, Nov 04, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Story Room
Join us to learn and practice hair care techniques on all hair types. Grades 6-12.
Cancelled
English Language Learning (ELL) I - Beginner Conversation
Tue, Nov 05, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Beginning English Practice for English language learners. No registration needed or prior level of English.
Cancelled
Playtime! Even When It's Cold! - ¡Hora de jugar!
Tue, Nov 05, 11:00am - 11:45am
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.
Tuesday We Play (ages 5-12) - Martes de juegos (De 5 a 12 años)
Tue, Nov 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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.
1s and 2s Time - Tiempo para niños de 1 y 2
Wed, Nov 06, 10:30am - 11:05am
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for your active, growing little ones! Ages 1-2.
1s and 2s Time - Tiempo para niños de 1 y 2
Wed, Nov 06, 11:30am - 12:05pm
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for your active, growing little ones! Ages 1-2.
Paws to Read
Wed, Nov 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Small Conference Room,Story Room
Do you want to practice reading aloud? Do you like dogs? Sign up for a 15-minute reading slot to read to a dog by calling (703) 746-1753 or by stopping by Beatley's Children's Desk. Ages 6-12.
Knit Nite! - A knitting club for kids ages 8-18.
Wed, Nov 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Learn to knit under the guidance of experienced knitters. All supplies will be provided. Ages 8-18.
English Language Learning (ELL) I - Beginner Conversation
Thu, Nov 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Large Meeting Room
Beginning English Practice for English language learners. No registration needed or prior level of English.
Baby Bounce - for babies 0-12 months and their caretaker(s) - ¡Que salten los bebés!
Thu, Nov 07, 1:15pm - 2:00pm
Large Meeting 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.
Handcraft Crafternoon
Thu, Nov 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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!
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Nov 07, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Large Meeting Room
Join Miss Amy for stories, songs, movement, and activities just right for preschool children. Ages 3-5 with adult.
Girls Who Code (ages 8-12) - Aprendamos a programar
Thu, Nov 07, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Join us as we learn coding basics with the support of a professional computer programmer. No prior coding knowledge necessary. Ages 8-12.
Yarn Storm
Sat, Nov 09, All day
We are collecting handmade or store bought scarves, hats and mittens.
Handcraft Tuesday - Weekend Edition
Sat, Nov 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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!
Board Game Cafe - Café con juegos de mesa
Sat, Nov 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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
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