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Introduction to Korean Language & Culture
2025-08-20 18:30:00 2025-08-20 19:45:00 America/New_York Introduction to Korean Language & Culture Join Byul, a certified educator, for a fun Korean language and culture intro! Perfect for beginners—space is limited, sign up today! Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor

Wednesday, August 20
6:30pm - 7:45pm

Add to Calendar 2025-08-20 18:30:00 2025-08-20 19:45:00 America/New_York Introduction to Korean Language & Culture Join Byul, a certified educator, for a fun Korean language and culture intro! Perfect for beginners—space is limited, sign up today! Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor

Join Byul, a certified educator, for a fun Korean language and culture intro! Perfect for beginners—space is limited, sign up today!

Learn the basics of Hangul, write your name, discover more about Korea, and enjoy hands-on cultural activities.

Byul Yim, born and raised in Korea, is a certified educator with more than 15 years of experience and is the founder of Old Town ALX Korean School.

Registration is appreciated. Contact mzimmerman@alexlibraryva.org for more information. 

If you enjoy this introduction, sign up for our 3-part Hangul for Beginners class beginning on October 8. 

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion |

TAGS: | language learning | Korea | Hangul |

Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
jcahill@alexlibraryva.org
Phone: 703.746.1703
Fax: 703.746.1708
Branch manager
James Cahill
Hours
Mon, Aug 25 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Aug 26 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Aug 27 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Aug 28 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Aug 29 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Aug 30 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Aug 31 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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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.

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