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TEENS

LET YOUR VOICE BE HEARD!

You’re an important part of our community! Join our Teen Advisory Group (TAG) and help make a
difference at the Alexandria Library. Advisory group members can implement new programs,
weigh in on Library decisions, and earn volunteer hours.

Meetings take place on the third Thursday of every month. Interested? Fill out this form.

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READ, WATCH, AND LISTEN

Your Library card gives you access to traditional print materials plus graphic novels, DVDs, Playaways, and tons of digital resources, including streaming movies, music, and eBooks. You might be interested in checking out:

COMICS E-BOOKS & E-AUDIOBOOKS DIGITAL MAGAZINES MOVIES & TV MUSIC
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TEEN BOOKS FOR JUNE
Inheritance Black Birds in the Sky Ander & Santi Were Here Fable for the End of the World

TEEN EVENTS
Votes for Cats! Alexandria Library Cat Contest 2025 Voting - Vote now for the next Library Cat
Sun, Jul 13, All day
Virtual
Voting is now open to determine who will be the Alexandria Library Cat of 2025.
Board Game Bliss
Sun, Jul 13, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Let's celebrate the joy of playing games! Play a wide variety of games, the classics and the new. Bring a friend or make new ones.
Votes for Cats! Alexandria Library Cat Contest 2025 Voting - Vote now for the next Library Cat
Mon, Jul 14, All day
Virtual
Voting is now open to determine who will be the Alexandria Library Cat of 2025.
English Language Learning (ELL) 2 Workshop - Intermediate Conversation
Mon, Jul 14, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room,Small Conference Room
This volunteer-led workshop provides a space for intermediate speakers to practice English and build confidence. No registration required. No certificates of completion are issued.
Teen Volunteer Orientation
Mon, Jul 14, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Story Room
Ages 12-18. Learn more about volunteering with Alexandria Library.
Votes for Cats! Alexandria Library Cat Contest 2025 Voting - Vote now for the next Library Cat
Tue, Jul 15, All day
Virtual
Voting is now open to determine who will be the Alexandria Library Cat of 2025.
English Language Learning (ELL) 1 Workshop - Beginner Conversation
Tue, Jul 15, 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. These workshops are led by volunteers and do not include certificates of completion.
Duncan and Dragons - NEW CAMPAIGN - REGISTRATION CLOSED
Tue, Jul 15, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Ongoing campaign. For inquiries about Dungeon and Dragons please contact Josstin Gogue at jgogue@alexlibraryva.org. (Ages 13-19)
Votes for Cats! Alexandria Library Cat Contest 2025 Voting - Vote now for the next Library Cat
Wed, Jul 16, All day
Virtual
Voting is now open to determine who will be the Alexandria Library Cat of 2025.
Stitcher's Space - Sew, quilt, knit, crochet, embroider! Every Wednesday!
Wed, Jul 16, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Enjoy weekly sessions with other fiber artists. Bring and share your projects, and see others. Quilting tutorials will be provided on the first Wednesday of every month. No registration is required.
English Language Learning (ELL) 2 Workshop - Intermediate Conversation
Wed, Jul 16, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Small Conference Room
This volunteer-led workshop provides a space for intermediate speakers to practice English and build confidence. No registration required. No certificates of completion are issued.
Votes for Cats! Alexandria Library Cat Contest 2025 Voting - Vote now for the next Library Cat
Thu, Jul 17, All day
Virtual
Voting is now open to determine who will be the Alexandria Library Cat of 2025.
Book a Librarian - Applications Assistance
Thu, Jul 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Schedule time with a librarian on Thursday mornings to receive help with applications. Appointments are available at 10 AM and 11 AM. Please call 703-746-1721 to schedule an appointment.
English Language Learning (ELL) 1 Workshop - Beginner Conversation
Thu, Jul 17, 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. These workshops are led by volunteers and do not include certificates of completion.
Discerning the Truth with Marie Lu - 9th-12th Grade
Thu, Jul 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual - Virtual
Explore the intricate world of Legend with Marie Lu as she encourages readers to look beyond the surface and reveal hidden secrets.Register
Nerdy Knotters - Knitting and Crochet group
Thu, Jul 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Teen Area
All crafters are welcome! Ages 13+
Votes for Cats! Alexandria Library Cat Contest 2025 Voting - Vote now for the next Library Cat
Fri, Jul 18, All day
Virtual
Voting is now open to determine who will be the Alexandria Library Cat of 2025.
Votes for Cats! Alexandria Library Cat Contest 2025 Voting - Vote now for the next Library Cat
Sat, Jul 19, All day
Virtual
Voting is now open to determine who will be the Alexandria Library Cat of 2025.
Board Game Cafe - Café con juegos de mesa
Sat, Jul 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Picture Book Area
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
Votes for Cats! Alexandria Library Cat Contest 2025 Voting - Vote now for the next Library Cat
Sun, Jul 20, All day
Virtual
Voting is now open to determine who will be the Alexandria Library Cat of 2025.
Votes for Cats! Alexandria Library Cat Contest 2025 Voting - Vote now for the next Library Cat
Mon, Jul 21, All day
Virtual
Voting is now open to determine who will be the Alexandria Library Cat of 2025.
English Language Learning (ELL) 2 Workshop - Intermediate Conversation
Mon, Jul 21, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Small Conference Room
This volunteer-led workshop provides a space for intermediate speakers to practice English and build confidence. No registration required. No certificates of completion are issued.
Avenue Ambition - Crafting Your Creative Career
Mon, Jul 21, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Ages 12-18. Develop tools and skills to create, market, and sell your original artwork in this 10-week series.
Horror Fans Unite! - A summer horror club!
Mon, Jul 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - 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!
Votes for Cats! Alexandria Library Cat Contest 2025 Voting - Vote now for the next Library Cat
Tue, Jul 22, All day
Virtual
Voting is now open to determine who will be the Alexandria Library Cat of 2025.
English Language Learning (ELL) 1 Workshop - Beginner Conversation
Tue, Jul 22, 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. These workshops are led by volunteers and do not include certificates of completion.
Duncan and Dragons - NEW CAMPAIGN - REGISTRATION CLOSED
Tue, Jul 22, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Ongoing campaign. For inquiries about Dungeon and Dragons please contact Josstin Gogue at jgogue@alexlibraryva.org. (Ages 13-19)
Eco:mmunion - Conversations to Sustain People and Planet
Tue, Jul 22, 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
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.
Stitcher's Space - Sew, quilt, knit, crochet, embroider! Every Wednesday!
Wed, Jul 23, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Enjoy weekly sessions with other fiber artists. Bring and share your projects, and see others. Quilting tutorials will be provided on the first Wednesday of every month. No registration is required.
Illuminating Hope and Grace in the Face of Hardship - with Rex Ogle (5th-8th Grade)
Wed, Jul 23, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Virtual - Virtual
You’re invited to join us online with award-winning author Rex Ogle as he talks to viewers about his struggles to navigate sixth grade as written about in his book Free Lunch. Register
English Language Learning (ELL) 2 Workshop - Intermediate Conversation
Wed, Jul 23, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Small Conference Room
This volunteer-led workshop provides a space for intermediate speakers to practice English and build confidence. No registration required. No certificates of completion are issued.
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Last updated: March 2025