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EVENTS
Tue, May 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Beginning English Practice for English language learners. No registration needed or prior level of English.

Tue, May 30, 10:15am - 10:45am
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Storytime with songs, parachute and bubbles. Ages 1 & 2 with an adult.

Tue, May 30, 10:15am - 10:45am
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Enjoy the bright sunshine on your way to Stories and Songs! Fingerplay, singing and storytelling. Ages 0-5

Tue, May 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Learn basic line dance steps while you workout to Golden Oldies music. This is a great class for beginners. Bring a friend or come alone. Please wear comfortable shoes and clothing.

Tue, May 30, 11:00am - 11:45am
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - 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.

Tue, May 30, 11:15am - 11:45am
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Enjoy the bright sunshine on your way to Stories and Songs! Fingerplay, singing and storytelling. Ages 0-5

Tue, May 30, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Join Miss Katie for a selection of Pre-K stories and themed craft each week. Ages 3+ with a caregiver. Siblings welcome! Recommended Ages 3-5

Tue, May 30, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
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.

Tue, May 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Pick up your copy of our mystery choice from the Duncan Children's Desk beginning April 18th. Grades 3-7

Tue, May 30, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Barrett Library has a volunteer available on Tuesdays to help with computer and technologies use. Appointments are available at 5 PM and 6 PM. Please call 703-746-1721 to schedule an appointment.

Tue, May 30, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Attention all handcrafters! Join us to share what you are working on, see what others are creating, and just chat while we craft together!Register

Wed, May 31, 10:15am - 11:00am
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Looking for a baby storytime and/or a chance to connect with 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.

Wed, May 31, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Join us for stories and songs fit for active, growing little ones! This program is for ages 1-2.

Wed, May 31, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a play hour to build, explore, and be creative. Grades: K-6. Únase a nosotros para una hora de juegos para construir, explorar y ser creativo. Grados: K-6.

Canceled
Wed, May 31, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Join us for different process based art projects! Ages 6 - 12.

Wed, May 31, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
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.

Wed, May 31, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
This is a space for intermediate speakers to practice English and build confidence.

Wed, May 31, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual - Virtual
Do you love to read romance novels? Want to talk about them with other romance book lovers? Join us on the Weds. of the month! Click on the event title for more details.Register

Wed, May 31, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library
Watch the selected films at your leisure, and join the Friends of Duncan Library Film Club on the last Wednesday of the month to discuss over a virtual platform.Register

Thu, Jun 01, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Beginning English Practice for English language learners. No registration needed or prior level of English.

Thu, Jun 01, 10:15am - 10:45am
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Toddler Rock N' Read is a musical half hour full of fun for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5

Thu, Jun 01, 10:30am - 11:00am
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - 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.

Thu, Jun 01, 11:00am - 11:30am
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - First Floor
Listen to picture books by Eric Carle, then help retell the story with yoga. Please bring a towel or mat. Outside on the lawn, weather permitting. Ages 2+

Thu, Jun 01, 11:15am - 11:45am
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Toddler Rock N' Read is a musical half hour full of fun for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5

Thu, Jun 01, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
The Thursday Afternoon Book Discussion meets on the first Thursday of each month at 1:30 PM. All are welcome! Register

Thu, Jun 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
Join Barrett Branch’s knitting and crochet group! Together we'll be making items to donate to those in need.

Thu, Jun 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - 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!

Thu, Jun 01, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden
Join Jorge Banales as he gives instruction on the Yang Style 24 Movement Tai Chi form.

Thu, Jun 01, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Story Room
Explore different programming topics designed to encourage and inspire future programmers everywhere! Ages 8-14.

Thu, Jun 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
A dedicated hour to share and critique each other's creative work
This event is full

Thu, Jun 01, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Do you love reading short stories, both modern and classic? Join us to celebrate Pride Month with a discussion of the following stories: Good Boy by Eloghosa Osunde, "The Swimmer" by John Cheever.Register

Fri, Jun 02, 10:30am - 11:30am
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden,Large Meeting Room
Cantaré introduces audiences to the beautiful songs and rhythms of Latin America, drawing from the musical heritage of the Caribbean, Central, and South America.

Sat, Jun 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Outdoors
Join us for a tour and clean up of the Four Mile Run Park located at 3700 Commonwealth Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22305.

Canceled
Sat, Jun 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
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Sat, Jun 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden,Large Meeting Room
Join Uncle Devin for an interactive musical experience that uses percussion instruments to cultivate children's minds. Ages 0-5 recommended, but all are welcome.

Sat, Jun 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - First Floor
Celebrate the rainbow and Pride Month with a colorful craft, Ages 3+

Canceled
Sat, Jun 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Join us for a craft in the library or take home a craft bag instead! Ages 6 - 12.

Sat, Jun 03, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
Celebrate International Tabletop Day with an afternoon of games. For ages 8+

Sat, Jun 03, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Oddball Cinema is back and rising from the ashes, join us and view the less commercially targeted fare

Sat, Jun 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden,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, Jun 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Alexandria City Hall/Market Square
Part of the Celebrate Alexandria Pride 2023 fair.

Sun, Jun 04, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - 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!

Sun, Jun 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Children's Area
Join us for a weekend storytime given by Courtney Pippin-Mathur, local author of "Dragons Rule, Princesses Drool", "Maya was Grumpy", and "Happy Diwali!" Ages 0-12

Mon, Jun 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Computer Area
If you know little or nothing about computers and want to learn more, this is the place to start!

Mon, Jun 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - 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.

Mon, Jun 05, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
This is a space for intermediate speakers to practice English and build confidence.

Mon, Jun 05, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Does your 1st-6th grader love dogs? We have 3; 15 minute slots from 5:30-6:30PM, these dogs love to listen to all kinds of books even ones about cats. Come read with us! Please call to register.

Tue, Jun 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Beginning English Practice for English language learners. No registration needed or prior level of English.

Tue, Jun 06, 10:30am - 11:15am
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - 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, Jun 06, 11:00am - 11:40am
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Songs, games, movement and more for our littlest friends. Outdoors if the weather permits it--bring a blanket or mat, no chairs please! Ages 0-23 months

Tue, Jun 06, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Enjoy a prideful Storytime with us this week. Featuring unicorns and everything that celebrates taking pride in yourself!

Canceled
Tue, Jun 06, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Barrett Library has a volunteer available on Tuesdays to help with computer and technologies use. Appointments are available at 5 PM and 6 PM. Please call 703-746-1721 to schedule an appointment.

Tue, Jun 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Pump up your heart beat while dancing and having fun!

Tue, Jun 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
Adorn those you love and yourself in Pride with a colorful friendship bracelet.

 

COMMUNITY RESOURCES

 

All City government facilities are now open to the public, or open by appointment only. Check individual department or program pages for details about specific services. Customers may also call 311 or 703-746-4311 to request in-person information or service.

2022 Tax Forms - Federal tax forms will be available for customers to pick up at most Library branches beginning in late-January, 2023. The Library does not offer tax preparation assistance, but the City's Department of Community & Human Services offers free tax return preparation to eligible residents beginning in February.

Alexandria's Workforce Development Center provide services and resources for job seekers including access to the Career Center, career readiness workshops, career assessments and customized hiring events.

For those feeling depressed or anxiety during these times call SAMHSA’s (Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services) Disaster Distress 1-800-985-5990 or Text Talk with Us 66746

For those who feel unsafe at home call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or Text Loveis at 22522

Alexandria Health Department
The Alexandria Health Department is closely monitoring an outbreak of respiratory illness caused by coronavirus "COVID-19." Learn about the City's response and find information and resources related to COVID-19. For updates text ALEXCOVID19 to 888777

Virginia Department of Health
The Virginia Department of Health is monitoring an outbreak of respiratory illness, called coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). The information line is 877-ASK-VDH3

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are our nation’s premier authority on public health information.