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Emergency Supply Drive

2023-09-22 00:00:00 2023-09-22 23:59:00 America/New_York Emergency Supply Drive From September 5th through September 22nd please consider donating emergency supplies for English Language Learners, seniors and low-income families for emergency preparedness. Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library -

Friday, September 22
All day

From September 5th through September 22nd please consider donating emergency supplies for English Language Learners, seniors and low-income families for emergency preparedness.

In partnership with Volunteer Alexandria, Alexandria Library will be collecting emergency supplies for English Language Learners, seniors and low-income families. Items may be donated at any Alexandria Library Branch, and should be new versions of the items below:

 

Travel size bug spray & sunscreen
Rain ponchos
Hand warmers
Duct tape
Hand sanitizer
Garbage bags
Waterproof matches
Dust masks
Wipes
First aid supplies

Items can also be dropped off at the City of Alexandria Emergency Preparedness Fair on September 22 in Market Square. 

September 24-30 is Climate Prep Week! As a Climate Resilience Hub, Alexandria Library participates in this information week to help our community prepare and respond to our changing climate and extreme weather.

AGE GROUP: | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | Health & Nutrition |

TAGS: | Sustainability |

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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We're closed Monday September 07 due to Labor Day
Mon, Sep 07 Closed
(Labor Day)
Tue, Sep 08 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Sep 09 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Sep 10 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Sep 11 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Sep 12 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Sep 13 1:00PM to 5:00PM

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.

Upcoming Events

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Wed, Sep 09, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Youth Services Area
A lap-sit and playtime just for babies ages 0-12 months and their grownups.

Thu, Sep 10, 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.

Thu, Sep 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Second Floor
Looking to join a Dungeons and Dragons group? Look no further!
This event is full

Sat, Sep 12, 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.

Tue, Sep 15, 11:00am - 11:40am
Youth Services Area
Just right for ages 0-23 months. Songs, games, movement activities, and bubbles.

Tue, Sep 15, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Second Floor
Take part in a group-led discussion about death and dying without any set agenda, objectives, or themes. Tea and sweets will be provided.
This event is full

Wed, Sep 16, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Youth Services Area
A lap-sit and playtime just for babies ages 0-12 months and their grownups.

Wed, Sep 16, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Second Floor
Let's paint at the Library! Enjoy a tutorial with instructions on how to create the monthly painting or create your own unique work of art!
This event is full

Wed, Sep 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Second Floor
Perfect for Small Business Owners, Artists, Inventors, Innovators, Creatives and Freelancers as we celebrate Constitution Day.

Thu, Sep 17, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Contribute to Barrett Branch’s fiber arts group making scarves to donate. Visit our display in honor of America250 and our work to build a community of care. Add your scarf to the collection.

Thu, Sep 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Looking to join a Dungeons and Dragons group? Look no further!
This event is full

Sat, Sep 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Services Area
Once upon a time, a fire fighter, a police officer, and a librarian did story time together.....

Rescheduled
Sat, Sep 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
New date Saturday, October 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us to work on your book journal and share with others what you've added and read!

Mon, Sep 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
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!

Tue, Sep 22, 11:00am - 11:40am
Youth Services Area
Just right for ages 0-23 months. Songs, games, movement activities, and bubbles.

Tue, Sep 22, 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Looking for a space to talk about climate change and the things affected that we love? Join us for a monthly discussion focused on a relevant topic. Register to receive the materials suggestions.

Wed, Sep 23, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Youth Services Area
A lap-sit and playtime just for babies ages 0-12 months and their grownups.

Thu, Sep 24, 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.

Thu, Sep 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Second Floor
Looking to join a Dungeons and Dragons group? Look no further!
This event is full

Sat, Sep 26, 11:00am - 11:30am
Youth Services Area
Local authors read their new book "The Farmer in the Sky," followed by a craft. Ages 2-7. Registration is requested.
Registration opens Saturday, September 19 2026 at 9:00am

Sat, Sep 26, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Come play Dungeons & Dragons. No experience necessary. Open to ages 8-13.
This event is full

Tue, Sep 29, 11:00am - 11:40am
Youth Services Area
Just right for ages 0-23 months. Songs, games, movement activities, and bubbles.