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History and Politics of the Black Lawyer in Virginia
2026-02-21 10:00:00 2026-02-21 11:00:00 America/New_York History and Politics of the Black Lawyer in Virginia 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. Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor

Saturday, February 21
10:00am - 11:00am

Add to Calendar 2026-02-21 10:00:00 2026-02-21 11:00:00 America/New_York History and Politics of the Black Lawyer in Virginia 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. Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - 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.

Registration is appreciated. 

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Local History | Legal | Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion |

TAGS: | Virginia250 | Local History | Law | Black History Month | america250 | African American History Month |

Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
jcahill@alexlibraryva.org
Phone: 703.746.1703
Fax: 703.746.1708
Branch manager
James Cahill
Hours
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Mon, Dec 08 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Dec 09 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Dec 10 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Dec 11 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Dec 12 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Dec 13 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Dec 14 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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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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Dungeons & Dragons at the Library
Sat, Dec 20, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Come play Dungeons & Dragons. No experience necessary. Open to ages 8-13.
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Floating Dice Potion - Join us for this fun Dungeons and Dragons DIY project!
Mon, Dec 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Second Floor
Let's make a Floating Dice Potion!
Noon Year's Eve! - Featuring "The Magic of Drew Blue Shoes"
Wed, Dec 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Magic and a countdown to the "Noon Year" with a balloon & confetti drop. This event is best for ages 2+, but all are welcome.
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