Dress for the weather! Yoga mats are available for people to sit on. Stop by the Children's Desk for a ticket for entry. They will be distributed starting at 10:30 am. In the event of inclement weather, this event will be cancelled. (De 0 a 5 años) Jardín de lectura de Beatley Library Special Events: 10/26: Bilingual Spanish/English
Fingerplay and songs for ages 0-14 months. Please choose one time to attend. Juegos con los dedos y canciones para los más pequeños. (De 0 a 14 meses) Sala de reuniones de Duncan Library. Tickets are first-come, first-served, and will be distributed at the Children's Desk beginning 15 minutes before the program. Audien…
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…
Come join us for Sunday Story Time with Ms. Elaina! Tickets are first-come, first-served, and will be distributed at the Children's Desk starting 15 minutes prior to the event. Audience size is limited to 50 to ensure safe and enriching programs. Sunday Story Time has open floor seating and limited chairs. If you atten…
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…
Supplies provided by the Friends of the Burke Library.
To celebrate the 250 years since the Declaration of Independence, Care full Knit and Crochet has created a handcraft display representing our continued care for our historic and diverse community. Please feel free to leave your own handmade scarf on the table near the display. We get together the first and third Thursd…
At least one child in each group must be age 3-5, but siblings may also attend. Space is limited. Please pick up a ticket starting at 3:30 p.m. at the Children's Desk.
Alexandria Library and Youth Leaders have come together over the last six months to discuss what it means to be a teen in Alexandria and how to effect change for this diverse and important age group. Community members and leaders are invited to experience these teens' views first-hand with a multimedia presentation, re…
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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…
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.
Start your day with stories, music, and movement designed for toddlers. For ages 18-35 months with caregiver. Registration is required due to limited space. Please register only the child aged 18-35 months and include their age in months.
Teen players of all skill levels are welcome to join us at the Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library every first and third Thursday in the Teen Area on the second floor to play Dungeons and Dragons! If you don't know the rules, we'll teach you! All supplies will be provided, so just bring your imagination and enthusiasm!…
