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Cooking with Kole
2021-09-18 13:00:00 2021-09-18 14:00:00 America/New_York Cooking with Kole Join us for a live cooking demonstration in the Reading Garden with the popular program host Kole. - Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden

Saturday, September 18
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Add to Calendar 2021-09-18 13:00:00 2021-09-18 14:00:00 America/New_York Cooking with Kole Join us for a live cooking demonstration in the Reading Garden with the popular program host Kole. - Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden

Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden

Join us for a live cooking demonstration in the Reading Garden with the popular program host Kole.

As part of the fall festival, Kole will bring his wholesome charm and healthy habits to the Reading Garden!

AGE GROUP: | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | Health & Nutrition |

TAGS: | outdoors | Outdoor | fall festival | cooking |

Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Phone: 703.746.1702
Fax: 703.746.1763
Hours
We're closed Monday October 14 due to Indigenous Peoples' Day
Mon, Oct 14 Closed
(Indigenous Peoples' Day )
Tue, Oct 15 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Oct 16 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Oct 17 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Oct 18 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Oct 19 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Oct 20 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

English Language Learning (ELL) I - Beginner Conversation
Tue, Oct 15, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Large Meeting Room
Beginning English Practice for English language learners. No registration needed or prior level of English.
Cancelled
Playtime! - ¡Hora de jugar!
Tue, Oct 15, 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, Oct 15, 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.
Common Ground Virginia History Book Group - Dismal Freedom by J. Brent Morris
Tue, Oct 15, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Zoom
Read and discuss compelling nonfiction books handpicked by Library staff that explore Virginia history, society, and culture.Register
1s and 2s Time - Tiempo para niños de 1 y 2
Wed, Oct 16, 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 16, 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 16, 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 16, 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, Oct 17, 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, Oct 17, 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.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Oct 17, 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 - Psycho Goreman
Thu, Oct 17, 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!
Girls Who Code (ages 8-12) - Aprendamos a programar
Thu, Oct 17, 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 - T.A.G.
Thu, Oct 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Small Conference Room
Care about the library? Let your voice be heard. Attending a T.A.G. meeting will count as one hour of community service. Grades 6-12.
Legacy of Courage Concert Series
Fri, Oct 18, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
presented by Jason Ellis in partnership with the Alexandria Office of the Arts.
Tour d'Alexandria Bike Tour - The Courage to Go for Gold
Sat, Oct 19, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Join us for our annual bike tour around the City, with stops at our Library branches.
Citizenship Starts at the Library - Civics Edition
Sat, Oct 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Board Room
Join us to explore library and community resources that will help you prepare for the Civics part of the U.S. Citizenship test.
Pet Halloween Costume Swap
Sat, Oct 19, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Periodicals Room
Got fabulous pieces gathering dust? Clean out your closet and find a new look for your furry friend at our pet costume swap.
Handcraft Tuesday - Weekend Edition
Sat, Oct 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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!
Board Game Cafe - Café con juegos de mesa
Sat, Oct 19, 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
Legacy of Courage Concert Series
Sat, Oct 19, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
presented by Jason Ellis in partnership with the Alexandria Office of the Arts.
Writers Group at Beatley
Sun, Oct 20, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Small Conference Room
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!
Spectacular Spectres and Cool Ghouls - Take and Make Craft
Mon, Oct 21, All day
Pick up a craft kit at the Information Desk.
Storytime in the Reading Garden - Cuentos en el jardín de lectura
Mon, Oct 21, 11:00am - 11:30am
Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden
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, Oct 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Small Conference Room
Join us to learn and practice hair care techniques on all hair types. Grades 6-12.
English Language Learning (ELL) 2 - Intermediate Conversation
Mon, Oct 21, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Periodicals Room
This is a space for intermediate speakers to practice English and build confidence.
Spectacular Spectres and Cool Ghouls - Take and Make Craft
Tue, Oct 22, All day
Pick up a craft kit at the Information Desk.
Cancelled
English Language Learning (ELL) I - Beginner Conversation
Tue, Oct 22, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Beginning English Practice for English language learners. No registration needed or prior level of English.
Playtime! - ¡Hora de jugar!
Tue, Oct 22, 11:00am - 11:45am
Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden
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, Oct 22, 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.
Spectacular Spectres and Cool Ghouls - Take and Make Craft
Wed, Oct 23, All day
Pick up a craft kit at the Information Desk.
1s and 2s Time - Tiempo para niños de 1 y 2
Wed, Oct 23, 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 23, 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 23, 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 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Learn to knit under the guidance of experienced knitters. All supplies will be provided. Ages 8-18.
Spectacular Spectres and Cool Ghouls - Take and Make Craft
Thu, Oct 24, All day
Pick up a craft kit at the Information Desk.
Cancelled
English Language Learning (ELL) I - Beginner Conversation
Thu, Oct 24, 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 24, 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.
Handcraft Crafternoon
Thu, Oct 24, 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, Oct 24, 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.
Tai Chi at Beatley Library - Balance Your Mind and Body
Thu, Oct 24, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden
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, Oct 24, 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.
Spectacular Spectres and Cool Ghouls - Take and Make Craft
Fri, Oct 25, All day
Pick up a craft kit at the Information Desk.
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