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HackLab (for ages 8-12)

a time to explore the world of computer programming

2022-10-06 18:30:00 2022-10-06 19:30:00 America/New_York HackLab (for ages 8-12) HackLab provides a meeting space for coding in a community and encourages problem solving through various activities. Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Story Room

Thursday, October 06
6:30pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2022-10-06 18:30:00 2022-10-06 19:30:00 America/New_York HackLab (for ages 8-12) HackLab provides a meeting space for coding in a community and encourages problem solving through various activities. Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Story Room

HackLab provides a meeting space for coding in a community and encourages problem solving through various activities.

Aspiring tween computer programmers are welcome to work on a hands-on coding project or try out different programming technologies. Some experience recommended but not required. This program will be in-person and indoors. Space is limited. This program is for ages 8-12.

AGE GROUP: | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | Technology | STEM/STEAM | Children |

TAGS: | Tweens | in person | Coding | #STEM | #STEAM |

Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library

Phone: 703.746.1702
Fax: 703.746.1763

Hours
Mon, Oct 07 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Oct 08 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Oct 09 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Oct 10 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Oct 11 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Oct 12 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Oct 13 1:00PM to 5:00PM

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

Wed, Oct 09, 10:30am - 11:05am
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for your active, growing little ones! Ages 1-2.

Wed, Oct 09, 11:30am - 12:05pm
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for your active, growing little ones! Ages 1-2.

Wed, Oct 09, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Small Conference Room
This is a space for intermediate speakers to practice English and build confidence.

Wed, Oct 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Learn to knit under the guidance of experienced knitters. All supplies will be provided. Ages 8-18.

Thu, Oct 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Large Meeting Room
Beginning English Practice for English language learners. No registration needed or prior level of English.

Thu, Oct 10, 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.

Thu, Oct 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Picture Book Area
Attention all handcrafters! Join us to share what you are working on, see what others are creating, and just chat while we craft together!

Thu, Oct 10, 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.

Thu, Oct 10, 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.

Thu, Oct 10, 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.

Fri, Oct 11, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Large Meeting Room
Join us to experience a demonstration of low vision technology.

Sat, Oct 12, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with live music, crafts, face painting and food! The fiesta will take place outside in Beatley Central Library's beautiful Reading Garden. All ages.

Sat, Oct 12, 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

Cancelled
Sun, Oct 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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!

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.

Tue, Oct 15, 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.

Tue, Oct 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Join us for a play hour to build, create, and explore! Ages 5-12. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.

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

Wed, Oct 16, 10:30am - 11:05am
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for your active, growing little ones! Ages 1-2.

Wed, Oct 16, 11:30am - 12:05pm
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for your active, growing little ones! Ages 1-2.

Wed, Oct 16, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Small Conference Room
This is a space for intermediate speakers to practice English and build confidence.

Wed, Oct 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Learn to knit under the guidance of experienced knitters. All supplies will be provided. Ages 8-18.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

Fri, Oct 18, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
presented by Jason Ellis in partnership with the Alexandria Office of the Arts.

Sat, Oct 19, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Join us for our annual bike tour around the City, with stops at our Library branches.

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.

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.

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!

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

Sat, Oct 19, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
presented by Jason Ellis in partnership with the Alexandria Office of the Arts.