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Beatley Library Friends' Book Sale
2023-03-23 10:00:00 2023-03-23 19:30:00 America/New_York Beatley Library Friends' Book Sale Support Beatley Library and shop a selection of thousands of books, DVDs, CDs, and more at the Beatley Library Friends' Book Sale! Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library -

Thursday, March 23
10:00am - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2023-03-23 10:00:00 2023-03-23 19:30:00 America/New_York Beatley Library Friends' Book Sale Support Beatley Library and shop a selection of thousands of books, DVDs, CDs, and more at the Beatley Library Friends' Book Sale! Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library -

Support Beatley Library and shop a selection of thousands of books, DVDs, CDs, and more at the Beatley Library Friends' Book Sale!

Find thousands of books, DVDs, CDs, and more at the Friends of the Beatley Central Library Book Sale!

Tuesday, March 21, 3:00-7:30PM - Members' Preview Day

Wednesday, March 22, 10:00AM-7:30PM

Thursday, March 23, 10:00AM-7:30PM

Friday, March 24, 10:00AM-4:30PM

Saturday, March 25, 10:00AM-4:30PM

Sunday, March 26, 1:00-4:30PM Half-Price Day

Monday, March 27, 10:00AM-3:00PM $10 Bag Sale Day

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Seniors | Children | All Ages | Ages 6-12 | Ages 0-5 | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Friends | Booksales |

TAGS: | Friends Book Sale | book sale | Beatley Friends |

Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Phone: 703.746.1702
Fax: 703.746.1763
Hours
Mon, Mar 27 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Mar 28 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Mar 29 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Mar 30 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Mar 31 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Apr 01 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Apr 02 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

Tiny Art Show Take & Make
Fri, Mar 31, All day
Pick up your choice of kit to make some tiny art. Kits are available one per person while supplies last. All ages.
Computer Assistance - ***THIS IS NOT A CLASS***
Fri, Mar 31, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Need help printing or scanning? Need to send an or download an attachment but don't know how? Volunteers are here to help! Click on the event title for more details.
Tiny Art Show Take & Make
Sat, Apr 01, All day
Pick up your choice of kit to make some tiny art. Kits are available one per person while supplies last. All ages.
Blackout Poetry Display - National Poetry Month
Sat, Apr 01, 10:00am - 5:00pm
April is National Poetry Month, and we are celebrating it with a display of blackout poetry created by you. These poems will be displayed in the library for everyone to enjoy. 
Zumba® Kids Jr.
Sat, Apr 01, 11:00am - 11:45am
Large Meeting Room
Celebrate the joy of moving our bodies in this active dance-style class taught by a certified Zumba® Kids Jr. instructor. Ages 5-8.
Handcraft Tuesday Weekend Edition
Sat, Apr 01, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Large Meeting 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!
Tiny Art Show Take & Make
Sun, Apr 02, All day
Pick up your choice of kit to make some tiny art. Kits are available one per person while supplies last. All ages.
Blackout Poetry Display - National Poetry Month
Sun, Apr 02, 10:00am - 5:00pm
April is National Poetry Month, and we are celebrating it with a display of blackout poetry created by you. These poems will be displayed in the library for everyone to enjoy. 
Writers Group at Beatley
Sun, Apr 02, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Small Conference Room
This is a twice-monthly forum for writers to network, share moral support, and offer constructive criticism. Meets first and third Sundays. All are welcome!
Tiny Art Show Take & Make
Mon, Apr 03, All day
Pick up your choice of kit to make some tiny art. Kits are available one per person while supplies last. All ages.
Computer Basics: Computer, Keyboard & Mouse - Get familiar with how to interact with a desktop computer
Mon, Apr 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Computer Area
If you know little or nothing about computers and want to learn more, this is the place to start!
Blackout Poetry Display - National Poetry Month
Mon, Apr 03, 10:00am - 5:00pm
April is National Poetry Month, and we are celebrating it with a display of blackout poetry created by you. These poems will be displayed in the library for everyone to enjoy. 
Story Time with the APD
Mon, Apr 03, 11:00am - 11:30am
Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden
Join an officer from the Alexandria Police Department for a special story time featuring picture books about joy. Ages 0-5; must be accompanied by an adult.
English Language Learning (ELL) II - Intermediate Conversation
Mon, Apr 03, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Large Meeting Room
This is a space for intermediate speakers to practice English and build confidence.
Tiny Art Show Take & Make
Tue, Apr 04, All day
Pick up your choice of kit to make some tiny art. Kits are available one per person while supplies last. All ages.
English Language Learning (ELL) I - Beginner Conversation
Tue, Apr 04, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Large Meeting Room
Beginning English Practice for English language learners
Blackout Poetry Display - National Poetry Month
Tue, Apr 04, 10:00am - 5:00pm
April is National Poetry Month, and we are celebrating it with a display of blackout poetry created by you. These poems will be displayed in the library for everyone to enjoy. 
Playtime!
Tue, Apr 04, 11:00am - 11:45am
Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden
Meet your old friends and make new friends at an unstructured playtime in the library's Reading Garden! Toys will be supplied. Ages 0-5 with an adult.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Apr 04, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Large Meeting Room
Join Miss Amy for stories, songs, movement, and activities just right for preschool children. Ages 3-5 with adult.
Tween Art: Joy Scattering Stones
Tue, Apr 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Large Meeting Room
Make joy scattering stones – handcrafted, colorful rock treasures to place around your neighborhood. We provide the paint and rocks; you design colorful pieces of art to share. Ages 8-12.
Tiny Art Show Take & Make
Wed, Apr 05, All day
Pick up your choice of kit to make some tiny art. Kits are available one per person while supplies last. All ages.
Internet Basics - Learn to navigate the web with a hands-on tour of the basics
Wed, Apr 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
Computer area
If you know little or nothing about how to use the web and want to learn more, this is the place to start!
Blackout Poetry Display - National Poetry Month
Wed, Apr 05, 10:00am - 5:00pm
April is National Poetry Month, and we are celebrating it with a display of blackout poetry created by you. These poems will be displayed in the library for everyone to enjoy. 
Tummy Time (age 0-12 months) - a space for babies and their caregivers
Wed, Apr 05, 10:15am - 11:00am
Looking for a baby storytime and/or a chance to talk to other grown-ups with young children? Then join us at the Beatley Central Library for Tummy Time! This program is for ages 0-12 months.
1s and 2s Time (ages 1-2) - a toddler storytime
Wed, Apr 05, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Large Meeting Room
Join us for stories and songs fit for active, growing little ones! This program is for ages 1-2.
Paws to Read
Wed, Apr 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Story Room
Do you want to practice reading aloud? Do you like dogs? Sign up for a 15-minute reading slot to read to a dog by calling (703) 746-1753 or by stopping by Beatley's Children's Desk. Ages 6-12.
English Language Learning (ELL) II - Intermediate Conversation
Wed, Apr 05, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Large Meeting 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, Apr 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Learn to knit under the guidance of experienced knitters. All supplies will be provided. Ages 8-18.
Tiny Art Show Take & Make
Thu, Apr 06, All day
Pick up your choice of kit to make some tiny art. Kits are available one per person while supplies last. All ages.
English Language Learning (ELL) I - Beginner Conversation
Thu, Apr 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Large Meeting Room
Beginning English Practice for English language learners
Blackout Poetry Display - National Poetry Month
Thu, Apr 06, 10:00am - 5:00pm
April is National Poetry Month, and we are celebrating it with a display of blackout poetry created by you. These poems will be displayed in the library for everyone to enjoy. 
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Apr 06, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Large Meeting Room
Join Miss Amy for stories, songs, movement, and activities just right for preschool children. Ages 3-5 with adult.
Handcraft Crafternoon
Thu, Apr 06, 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!
Tai Chi at Beatley Library - Balance Your Mind and Body
Thu, Apr 06, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Join Jorge Banales as he gives instruction on the Yang Style 24 Movement Tai Chi form.
Tiny Art Show Take & Make
Fri, Apr 07, All day
Pick up your choice of kit to make some tiny art. Kits are available one per person while supplies last. All ages.
Blackout Poetry Display - National Poetry Month
Fri, Apr 07, 10:00am - 5:00pm
April is National Poetry Month, and we are celebrating it with a display of blackout poetry created by you. These poems will be displayed in the library for everyone to enjoy. 
Tiny Art Show Take & Make
Sat, Apr 08, All day
Pick up your choice of kit to make some tiny art. Kits are available one per person while supplies last. All ages.
Blackout Poetry Display - National Poetry Month
Sat, Apr 08, 10:00am - 5:00pm
April is National Poetry Month, and we are celebrating it with a display of blackout poetry created by you. These poems will be displayed in the library for everyone to enjoy. 
Tales for Young Historians (ages 5-8)
Sat, Apr 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Story Room,Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden
Learn about African American history and icons with stories and activities to inspire young, curious minds. Ages 5-8.
Blackout Poetry Display - National Poetry Month
Sun, Apr 09, 10:00am - 5:00pm
April is National Poetry Month, and we are celebrating it with a display of blackout poetry created by you. These poems will be displayed in the library for everyone to enjoy. 
Tiny Art Show Take & Make
Mon, Apr 10, All day
Pick up your choice of kit to make some tiny art. Kits are available one per person while supplies last. All ages.
Rescheduled
Computer Basics: Computer, Keyboard & Mouse - Get familiar with how to interact with a desktop computer
Mon, Apr 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
New date Monday, April 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Computer Area
If you know little or nothing about computers and want to learn more, this is the place to start!
Blackout Poetry Display - National Poetry Month
Mon, Apr 10, 10:00am - 5:00pm
April is National Poetry Month, and we are celebrating it with a display of blackout poetry created by you. These poems will be displayed in the library for everyone to enjoy. 
Storytime in the Reading Garden
Mon, Apr 10, 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.
English Language Learning (ELL) II - Intermediate Conversation
Mon, Apr 10, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Large Meeting Room
This is a space for intermediate speakers to practice English and build confidence.
Freegal How-To - Listen to music for free with your library card!
Mon, Apr 10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Small Conference Room
Learn how to download and stream music -- all for free -- using your library card. In a nod to our AAR YA book, "Love Radio," you'll also put on your DJ hat and learn how to create your own playlists.
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