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6 book covers in two rows of three. Row 1 on the left: Our Vicious Oaths by N. E. Davenport, middle Survive the Dome by Kosoko Jackson, right: A Taste of Magic by J. Elle. Second row: left: A Master of Djinn by P. Djeli Clark, middle: The Kindred by Alech

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Black Authors in Sci-Fi and Fantasy Book Tasting
2026-02-18 18:00:00 2026-02-18 19:00:00 America/New_York Black Authors in Sci-Fi and Fantasy Book Tasting Calling all Science Fiction and Fantasy fans! Let's celebrate Black History Month by talking about Science Fiction and Fantasy books by Black authors. Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor

Wednesday, February 18
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-02-18 18:00:00 2026-02-18 19:00:00 America/New_York Black Authors in Sci-Fi and Fantasy Book Tasting Calling all Science Fiction and Fantasy fans! Let's celebrate Black History Month by talking about Science Fiction and Fantasy books by Black authors. Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - 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.

Middle Grade, Young Adult, and Adult books will be available for check out for readers ages 11 years and up. Enjoy some pastries as you look through the books during the program!

Do you have a book you want to included in the tasting? Bring it with you to share or reach out to Skie Thorp at kthorp@alexlibraryva.org to get the book included!

Registration is preferred, but not required.

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion | Book Discussion Groups |

TAGS: | Black History Month | #blackhistorymonth |

Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
jcahill@alexlibraryva.org
Phone: 703.746.1703
Fax: 703.746.1708
Branch manager
James Cahill
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Wed, Dec 03 10:00AM to 8:00PM
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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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Upcycled Wrapping - Gift Decorating Kits
Thu, Dec 04, All day
Don't spend money on more wrapping paper! Create beautifully wrapped gifts that will marvel your loved ones and spare the Earth. Pick up a kit at the Barrett Branch beginning December 1.
Book a Librarian - Application Assistance
Thu, Dec 04, 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.
1000 Books Story Time - A Story Time for ages 2-5
Thu, Dec 04, 11:00am - 11:40am
Youth Services Area
Stories, songs, movement and more for ages 2-5
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Thu, Dec 04, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Second Floor
Join Barrett Branch’s fiber arts group making items to donate.
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Thu, Dec 04, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Second Floor
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Fri, Dec 05, All day
Don't spend money on more wrapping paper! Create beautifully wrapped gifts that will marvel your loved ones and spare the Earth. Pick up a kit at the Barrett Branch beginning December 1.
Upcycled Wrapping - Gift Decorating Kits
Sat, Dec 06, All day
Don't spend money on more wrapping paper! Create beautifully wrapped gifts that will marvel your loved ones and spare the Earth. Pick up a kit at the Barrett Branch beginning December 1.
Book Sale - Friends of the Barrett Library
Sat, Dec 06, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Join the Friends of the Barrett Library for their Winter Book Sale
Spanish Conversation Club
Sat, Dec 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages 14+. Develop and exercise your spanish conversation skills.
Upcycled Wrapping - Gift Decorating Kits
Sun, Dec 07, All day
Don't spend money on more wrapping paper! Create beautifully wrapped gifts that will marvel your loved ones and spare the Earth. Pick up a kit at the Barrett Branch beginning December 1.
Upcycled Wrapping - Gift Decorating Kits
Mon, Dec 08, All day
Don't spend money on more wrapping paper! Create beautifully wrapped gifts that will marvel your loved ones and spare the Earth. Pick up a kit at the Barrett Branch beginning December 1.
Let's Share Books - A Let's Talk Books End of Year Celebration
Mon, Dec 08, 7:00pm - 7:50pm
Second Floor
Join the Let's Talk Books discussion group to recommend and learn about books and writings enjoyed throughout the year. There will be after dinner sweets and drinks.
Upcycled Wrapping - Gift Decorating Kits
Tue, Dec 09, All day
Don't spend money on more wrapping paper! Create beautifully wrapped gifts that will marvel your loved ones and spare the Earth. Pick up a kit at the Barrett Branch beginning December 1.
Bilingual Storytime - Hora de cuentos bilingue
Tue, Dec 09, 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, Dec 09, 11:00am - 11:40am
Youth Services Area
Just right for ages 0-23 months! Songs, games, movement activities, and bubbles.
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Exoplanet Detection - Presentation & Demonstration
Tue, Dec 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Come join NASA Solar System Ambassador, Sigfried Hache, in discussing Exoplanet Detection!
NASA's Roman Space Telescope - Core Community Surveys
Tue, Dec 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Second Floor
Come join NASA Solar System Ambassador, Sigfried Hache, in discussing NASA’s flagship observatory: The Roman Space Telescope.
Upcycled Wrapping - Gift Decorating Kits
Wed, Dec 10, All day
Don't spend money on more wrapping paper! Create beautifully wrapped gifts that will marvel your loved ones and spare the Earth. Pick up a kit at the Barrett Branch beginning December 1.
Just Babies - Solo Los Bebés
Wed, Dec 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Services Area
A lapsit and playtime just for babies ages 0-12 months.and their grownups.
Painternoon - A monthly painting club!
Wed, Dec 10, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Second Floor
Let's paint at the library! Follow along to instructions to create the monthly painting or create your own unique work of art!
DIY Teens: Battle of the Gnomes! - A teen-only craft project!
Wed, Dec 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Second Floor
Let's compete to make the best gnomes! The winner will receive bragging rights and a prize.
Upcycled Wrapping - Gift Decorating Kits
Thu, Dec 11, All day
Don't spend money on more wrapping paper! Create beautifully wrapped gifts that will marvel your loved ones and spare the Earth. Pick up a kit at the Barrett Branch beginning December 1.
Book a Librarian - Application Assistance
Thu, Dec 11, 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.
1000 Books Story Time - A Story Time for ages 2-5
Thu, Dec 11, 11:00am - 11:40am
Youth Services Area
Stories, songs, movement and more for ages 2-5
American Style Mahjong - Learn and Play
Thu, Dec 11, 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! - Adventure awaits!
Thu, Dec 11, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Second Floor
Looking to join a Dungeons and Dragons group? Look no further!
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Upcycled Wrapping - Gift Decorating Kits
Fri, Dec 12, All day
Don't spend money on more wrapping paper! Create beautifully wrapped gifts that will marvel your loved ones and spare the Earth. Pick up a kit at the Barrett Branch beginning December 1.
Upcycled Wrapping - Gift Decorating Kits
Sat, Dec 13, All day
Don't spend money on more wrapping paper! Create beautifully wrapped gifts that will marvel your loved ones and spare the Earth. Pick up a kit at the Barrett Branch beginning December 1.
Good Pet, Great Life! - Behavior 101 for cats, dogs, and their humans!
Sat, Dec 13, 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.
Horror Fans Unite! - A year-round horror club!
Mon, Dec 15, 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, Dec 16, 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!
Holiday Sing Along
Tue, Dec 16, 11:00am - 11:40am
Youth Services Area
Celebrate the season with activities for ages 0-23 months.
Just Babies - Solo Los Bebés
Wed, Dec 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Services Area
A lapsit and playtime just for babies ages 0-12 months.and their grownups.
Book a Librarian - Application Assistance
Thu, Dec 18, 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.
1000 Books Holiday Sing Along
Thu, Dec 18, 11:00am - 11:40am
Youth Services Area
Holiday books you can sing! Ages 2 and up.
Carefull Knit & Crochet - Crafting for Good
Thu, Dec 18, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Second Floor
Join Barrett Branch’s fiber arts group making items to donate.
Dungeons and Dragons: Adult Group B! - Adventure awaits!
Thu, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Second Floor
Looking to join a Dungeons and Dragons group? Look no further!
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