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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 AUGUST
Suggested Reading This Book Won't Burn Rayne and Deliah's Midnite Matinee My Name is Jason. Mine Too.

TEEN EVENTS
Upcycled Mini Kit - Upcycle an Altoids tin into an Emergency Kit
Sat, Aug 09, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
Use a variety of craft materials to turn a tin into an emergency or survival kit of your choice.
Board Game Cafe - Café con juegos de mesa
Sat, Aug 09, 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
DIY Teens: Galaxy Jars
Sat, Aug 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Come in for teen only DIY projects!
Board Game Bliss
Sun, Aug 10, 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.
English Language Learning (ELL) 2 Workshop - Intermediate Conversation
Mon, Aug 11, 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.
Teen Volunteer Orientation
Mon, Aug 11, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Story Room
Ages 12-18. Learn more about volunteering with Alexandria Library.
English Language Learning (ELL) 1 Workshop - Beginner Conversation
Tue, Aug 12, 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, Aug 12, 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)
Does this Animal Need Help?
Tue, Aug 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
The Wildlife Rescue League based in Northern Virginia will share when and how to help (or not) wild animals in our neighborhoods.
Stitcher's Space - Sew, quilt, knit, crochet, embroider! Every Wednesday!
Wed, Aug 13, 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, Aug 13, 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.
English Language Learning (ELL) 1 Workshop - Beginner Conversation
Thu, Aug 14, 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.
Crafting for Teens
Thu, Aug 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library
Come make some crafts in the Duncan teen area!
Nerdy Knotters - Knitting and Crochet group
Thu, Aug 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
All crafters are welcome! Ages 13+
Artistic Outlets Creativity Workshop
Sat, Aug 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden
Ages 12+. Explore ways to channel your feelings, thoughts, and experiences through different art styles and mediums.
Board Game Cafe - Café con juegos de mesa
Sat, Aug 16, 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
Avenue Ambition - Crafting Your Creative Career
Mon, Aug 18, 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.
English Language Learning (ELL) 2 Workshop - Intermediate Conversation
Mon, Aug 18, 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.
Horror Fans Unite! - A summer horror club!
Mon, Aug 18, 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!
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Last updated: March 2025