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ESL Class-Beginning Level

Mon, Sep 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room

Free English classes for beginners in speaking, reading, and writing English. Text materials will be provided in class. Children can accompany their parents in the classroom.

"Loving" - 80th Anniversary Film Festival

Mon, Sep 16, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Meeting Room

In celebration of the 80th anniversary of the Alexandria Library Sit-In, the first known sit-in of the civil rights era, the library will screen films that celebrate black history and civil rights.

Friends of the Beatley Central Library Book Sale Preview

Tue, Sep 17, 4:00pm - 8:30pm

Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room

Thousands of books, CDs, DVDs and more will be available for sale. This preview is for members only.

Tween Game Night

Tue, Sep 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library

Hang out and play games with friends. Every program features a different type of game. Play a favorite or learn something new! Ages 8-14.

Clean Out the Closet Craft Night

Tue, Sep 17, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Story Room

Join us as we clean out our craft closet!

DNA Histories of the Caribbean and Latin America

Tue, Sep 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor

Learn what has been discovered in the Caribbean and Latin America through DNA testing.

#ebookday

Wed, Sep 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Small Conference Room

If you’ve never tried reading an eBook before, today is the perfect time to try one out!

Friends of Beatley Central Library Book Sale

Wed, Sep 18, 10:00am - 8:30pm

Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room

Thousands of books, CDs, DVDs and more will be available for sale. All proceeds benefit the Friends of Beatley Central Library.

Friends of Beatley Central Library Book Sale

Thu, Sep 19, 10:00am - 8:30pm

Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room

Thousands of books, CDs, DVDs and more will be available for sale. All proceeds benefit the Friends of Beatley Central Library.

Adulting 101: Clothing Fixes (TEENS) - Ages 12-18

Thu, Sep 19, 5:45pm - 6:45pm

Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library

Learn easy sewing techniques to sew on a button, re-stitch a hem and other small repairs to save your favorite clothes.

Needle and Thread

Thu, Sep 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Story Room

An introduction to simple hand and machine sewing! Possible projects include a felt monster bag, fabric bags, scarves or tea towels. Ages 10-16.

Friends of Beatley Central Library Book Sale

Fri, Sep 20, 10:00am - 5:30pm

Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room

Thousands of books, CDs, DVDs and more will be available for sale. All proceeds benefit the Friends of Beatley Central Library.

ESL Class-Beginning Level

Fri, Sep 20, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room

Free English classes for beginners in speaking, reading, and writing English. Text materials will be provided in class. Children can accompany their parents in the classroom.

Spanish Conversation Hour

Fri, Sep 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Small Conference Room

Want to practice your Spanish? Join us for an hour of informal conversation with fellow learners. Questions? Call 703.746.1751 or email acastillo@alexlibraryva.org.

Pop-Up Library Event - Kingstowne Farmers Market

Fri, Sep 20, 4:00pm - 7:00pm

Kingstowne Farmers Market - Kingstowne Farmers Market

Join us at our pop-up library event to learn more about our programs, events, and services.

Friends of Beatley Central Library Book Sale

Sat, Sep 21, 10:00am - 4:30pm

Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room

Thousands of books, CDs, DVDs and more will be available for sale. All proceeds benefit the Friends of Beatley Central Library.

Pop-Up Library Event - Alexandria King Street Art Festival

Sat, Sep 21, 10:00am - 2:30pm

King Street - Washington to the Potomac - King Street - Washington St. to the Potomac

Join us at our pop-up library event to learn more about our programs, events, and services.

SAT Practice Test - with the Princeton Review

Sat, Sep 21, 10:30am - 2:30pm

Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Story Room

About to take the SAT? Come take a practice exam to see what it’s like! Ages 13-18.Register

Chess

Sat, Sep 21, 12:30pm - 4:00pm

Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library

Interested in playing chess or learning about the game? Join us every Saturday in the Children's Area. All skill levels are welcome. All ages, children under 8 age must be accompanied by their adult.

Pop-Up Library Event - West End Farmers Market

Sun, Sep 22, 8:00am - 1:00pm

West End Farmers Market - West End Farmers Market

Join us at our pop-up library event to learn more about our programs, events, and services.

Pop-Up Library Event - Four Mile Run Market

Sun, Sep 22, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Four Mile Run Farmers and Artisans Market - Four Mile Run Farmers and Artisans Market

Join us at our pop-up library event to learn more about our programs, events, and services.

Friends of Beatley Central Library Book Sale

Sun, Sep 22, 1:00pm - 4:30pm

Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room

Thousands of books, CDs, DVDs and more will be available for sale. All proceeds benefit the Friends of Beatley Central Library.

ESL Class-Beginning Level

Mon, Sep 23, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room

Free English classes for beginners in speaking, reading, and writing English. Text materials will be provided in class. Children can accompany their parents in the classroom.

The Latino Americans - Part 1: Foreigners In Their Own Land

Mon, Sep 23, 7:30pm - 8:45pm

Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor

The six-part PBS series explores the 500-year plus history of Latinx Americans.

Burke Book Club (Banned Books Week) - "To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee

Tue, Sep 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room

Celebrate the freedom to read by joining us for a discussion of Harper Lee’s classic novel “To Kill A Mockingbird" followed by the film during Banned Books Week.

Film Screening (Banned Books Week) - To Kill A Mockingbird

Tue, Sep 24, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room

Celebrate Banned Books Weeks by joining us for a screening of Harper Lee's classic novel "To Kill A Mockingbird". The 1962 film stars Gregory Peck.

Pop-Up Library Event - T.C. Williams HS Girls Volleyball Game

Tue, Sep 24, 5:00pm - 8:00pm

T. C. Williams High School - T. C. Williams High School

Join us at our pop-up library event to learn more about our programs, events, and services.

Tween Art 101

Tue, Sep 24, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library

Join Miss Amanda in guided art and craft projects. Explore different mediums and styles. No previous experience needed. Come and unleash your creative side! Ages 8-14.

Online Money Tips

Wed, Sep 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Small Conference Room

Get an introduction to online banking, doing your taxes online, PayPal, Venmo, contact-less payments and free budgeting apps.

Practice Your English - Conversation Club

Wed, Sep 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room

Come practice your English language skills with others in friendly conversations. Free and open to the public. No registration is required; drop-in when you can.

Exploring Autumn Constellations

Thu, Sep 26, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library

In an astronomy presentation suitable for all ages, NOVAC member Cal Powell will introduce the constellations that are in the evening sky during the Fall Season.

Needle and Thread

Thu, Sep 26, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Story Room

An introduction to simple hand and machine sewing! Possible projects include a felt monster bag, fabric bags, scarves or tea towels. Ages 10-16.

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