Sensory Story Time

Mon · Oct 5·4 PM – 5 PM·James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library · Alexandria

Do you find story time too loud, bright, or crowded? Then sensory story time is for you! Join Ms. Naomi for a relaxing and engaging story time full of songs, stories, and adventure followed by sensory playtime. Bring whatever you need to feel comfortable. Registration is required to limit the number of participants. Ag…

Mon · Sep 14·10 AM – 11 AM·Green Spring Gardens Location, 4603 Green Spring Rd., Alexandria, VA 22312

(Adults) Bring your baby and learn about the health benefits of early exposure to the outdoors. Learn how to create a nature-based play environment and simple activities for you and your baby to enjoy the outdoors safely. Take a walk with a naturalist. Intended for parents or caretakers of children under two.

Mon · Sep 14·10:30 AM – 11:30 AM·John Marshall Library — John Marshall Meeting Room 1, John Marshall Meeting Room 2 · Alexandria

Join us for Toddler Storytime! We’ll share engaging stories, upbeat movement songs, and hands on crafts that help build early literacy skills. After storytime, stay for a toddler playdate where little ones can play with toys and meet new friends. For ages 18 months to 3. We can’t wait to see you there!

Mon · Sep 14·11:30 AM – 12:30 PM·Sherwood Regional Library — Sherwood Meeting Room · Alexandria

Learn about important Social Security rules and strategies before filing for your benefits. Nora Alas, a registered Social Security analyst will present this bilingual English/Spanish program. Registration required. For more information, call 703-283-2359.

Mon · Sep 14·10:30 AM – 12 PM·Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library · Alexandria

Mon · Sep 14·7 PM – 8 PM·Martha Washington Library — Martha Washington Conference Room · Alexandria

This read-aloud event invites book club attendees to cast their vote for one of two books presented. The winner will be read aloud to the club, who can snack and color or draw while listening. At the conclusion of the hour, books will be made available for checkout (either or both titles). Bring your library card so yo…

Tue · Sep 15·10 AM – 10:30 AM·Martha Washington Library · Alexandria

Join us outside the library for stories and fun. Bring a blanket, chair or yoga mat to sit on. We will meet on the south side of the library. Come through the library or walk around the outside. Please note that the start time is 10am. Best for age birth-5 with caregiver. If you have questions about the appropriate age…

Tue · Sep 15·11 AM – 11:40 AM·Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library · Alexandria

Come and play! Stories, songs, games, movement activities, and more fun ways for grownups to interact with our littlest friends. And of course, the "Bubble Fish" song. These programs are for children ages 0-23 months, though older siblings are welcome.

Thu · Sep 3·1:15 PM – 2 PM·Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library · Alexandria

Baby Bounce is an opportunity for little ones to develop early literacy and social skills while giving caregivers a space to build community. We will begin with a short storytime, followed by a playtime with toys where caregivers can chat. Caretakers of children who are 12, 13, and 14 months old may choose to continue…

Thu · Sep 3·1:30 PM – 2:30 PM·James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library · Alexandria

Plot: "1940. As England prepares to fight the Nazis, three very different women answer the call to mysterious country estate Bletchley Park, where the best minds in Britain train to break German military codes. Vivacious debutante Osla is the girl who has everything—beauty, wealth, and the dashing Prince Philip of Gree…