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Playtime! Even When It's Cold!

¡Hora de jugar!

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.

Stop by the Children's Desk for a ticket for entry. They will be distributed starting at 10:30 am.

In the event of inclement weather, this program will be cancelled. Check back here or call the Beatley Library at 703-746-1753 for the decision.

Reúnase con sus viejos amigos y haga nuevos amigos en un recreo de juego noestructurado al aire libre en el jardín delectura de la Biblioteca.  (De 0 a 5 años)

Jardín de lectura de Beatley Library

AGE GROUP: | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | Children |

TAGS: | toddlers | Preschoolers | Play | outdoors | Babies |

Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Phone: 703.746.1702
Fax: 703.746.1763
Hours
Mon, Dec 09 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Dec 10 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Dec 11 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Dec 12 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Dec 13 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Dec 14 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Dec 15 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

Baby Bounce - for babies 0-12 months and their caretaker(s) - ¡Que salten los bebés!
Thu, Dec 12, 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.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Dec 12, 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.
Tai Chi at Beatley Library - Balance Your Mind and Body
Thu, Dec 12, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Large Meeting Room
Join Jorge Banales as he gives instruction on the Yang Style 24 Movement Tai Chi form on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month. Free and open to the public.
Girls Who Code (ages 8-12) - Aprendamos a programar
Thu, Dec 12, 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.
Teen Advisory Group
Thu, Dec 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Come let your voice be heard! Attending a T.A.G meeting will count as one hour of community service. You can also learn about upcoming community service activities. Grades 6-12.
Wrap It Green - DIY Sustainable Gift Wrapping Kits
Sat, Dec 14, All day
Take home kits available starting December 14 at the Circulation Desk. While supplies last. Limit one per family.
Toy Swap
Sat, Dec 14, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Large Meeting Room
Bring in your gently used toys and games for kids and teens and swap them for something new to you. All Ages.
Board Game Cafe - Café con juegos de mesa
Sat, Dec 14, 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
Wrap It Green - DIY Sustainable Gift Wrapping Kits
Sun, Dec 15, All day
Take home kits available starting December 14 at the Circulation Desk. While supplies last. Limit one per family.
Writers Group at Beatley
Sun, Dec 15, 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!
Alexandria Oddball Cinema - Flash Gordon
Sun, Dec 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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!
Wrap It Green - DIY Sustainable Gift Wrapping Kits
Mon, Dec 16, All day
Take home kits available starting December 14 at the Circulation Desk. While supplies last. Limit one per family.
Cancelled
Storytime in the Reading Garden - Even When It's Cold! - Cuentos en el jardín de lectura
Mon, Dec 16, 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.
Alexandria Library Board Meeting
Mon, Dec 16, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Board Room
Alexandria Library Board Meeting
Jane Austen Birthday Celebration - Celebrate Jane's birthday by making a bookplate
Mon, Dec 16, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Large Meeting Room
Celebrate Jane Austen's birthday by creating a bookplate and then take home a gently used copy of your favorite Jane Austen novel or a spinoff by other authors who have reimagined her classic stories.
English Language Learning (ELL 2) Workshop - Intermediate Conversation
Mon, Dec 16, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Periodicals Room
This volunteer-led workshop provides a space for intermediate speakers to practice English and build confidence. No registration required.
Wrap It Green - DIY Sustainable Gift Wrapping Kits
Tue, Dec 17, All day
Take home kits available starting December 14 at the Circulation Desk. While supplies last. Limit one per family.
Cancelled
Playtime! Even When It's Cold! - ¡Hora de jugar!
Tue, Dec 17, 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, Dec 17, 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.
Wrap It Green - DIY Sustainable Gift Wrapping Kits
Wed, Dec 18, All day
Take home kits available starting December 14 at the Circulation Desk. While supplies last. Limit one per family.
1s and 2s Time - Tiempo para niños de 1 y 2
Wed, Dec 18, 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, Dec 18, 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) Workshop - Intermediate Conversation
Wed, Dec 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Small Conference Room
This volunteer-led workshop provides a space for intermediate speakers to practice English and build confidence. No registration required.
Knit Nite! - A knitting club for kids ages 8-18.
Wed, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Learn to knit under the guidance of experienced knitters. All supplies will be provided. Ages 8-18.
Wrap It Green - DIY Sustainable Gift Wrapping Kits
Thu, Dec 19, All day
Take home kits available starting December 14 at the Circulation Desk. While supplies last. Limit one per family.
Baby Bounce - for babies 0-12 months and their caretaker(s) - ¡Que salten los bebés!
Thu, Dec 19, 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, Dec 19, 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, Dec 19, 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.
Alexandria Oddball Cinema - Free Guy
Thu, Dec 19, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
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!
Tai Chi at Beatley Library - Balance Your Mind and Body
Thu, Dec 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Periodicals Room
Join Jorge Banales as he gives instruction on the Yang Style 24 Movement Tai Chi form on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month. Free and open to the public.
Girls Who Code (ages 8-12) - Aprendamos a programar
Thu, Dec 19, 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.
Wrap It Green - DIY Sustainable Gift Wrapping Kits
Fri, Dec 20, All day
Take home kits available starting December 14 at the Circulation Desk. While supplies last. Limit one per family.
Wrap It Green - DIY Sustainable Gift Wrapping Kits
Sat, Dec 21, All day
Take home kits available starting December 14 at the Circulation Desk. While supplies last. Limit one per family.
Handcraft Tuesday - Weekend Edition - Craft Supply Swap on December 21st! Trade your old supplies!
Sat, Dec 21, 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, Dec 21, 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
Wrap It Green - DIY Sustainable Gift Wrapping Kits
Sun, Dec 22, All day
Take home kits available starting December 14 at the Circulation Desk. While supplies last. Limit one per family.
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