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Mon, Jul 01, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library

Strong Men & Women in Virginia's History is a traveling exhibition honoring African Americans for their contributions to the Commonwealth from the Library of Virginia.

Mon, Jul 01, 10:15am - 10:45am

James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room

Wiggle, crawl and clap at Baby Time! Fingerplay and songs for Ages 0-14 Months.

Mon, Jul 01, 10:30am - 11:00am

Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden

Children love to be outdoors! Join us in Beatley Central Library's beautiful outdoor Reading Garden for stories, songs and movement. Ages 0-5 with an adult.

Mon, Jul 01, 11:15am - 11:45am

James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room

Wiggle, crawl and clap at Baby Time! Fingerplay and songs for Ages 0-14 Months.

Mon, Jul 01, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room

English conversation practice for English language learners.

Mon, Jul 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Carlyle House

Stories and other activities at historic Carlyle House in Old Town. (121 N Fairfax Street). Ages 4-8

Mon, Jul 01, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room

Join us in person or on Zoom to read "Thorn" by Intisar Khanani, a YA fantasy novel about a brave princess navigating a treacherous world against injustice and magic to reclaim her kingdom. Ages 12+ Register

Mon, Jul 01, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room,Teen Area

Where teens can socialize, strategize and learn tabletop games. All materials will be provided. Ages 12-18

Mon, Jul 01, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

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

This is a space for intermediate speakers to practice English and build confidence.

Tue, Jul 02, 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.

Tue, Jul 02, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library

Strong Men & Women in Virginia's History is a traveling exhibition honoring African Americans for their contributions to the Commonwealth from the Library of Virginia.

Tue, Jul 02, 10:15am - 10:45am

Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room

Join us for stories, songs, and movement for kids ages 0-5 !

Tue, Jul 02, 10:15am - 10:45am

James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room

Clap and cheer summer is here for Stories and Songs! Perfect for toddlers and siblings. Come enjoy the fingerplay, songs and story-telling with us. Ages 0-5

Tue, Jul 02, 10:30am - 11:15am

Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden

Meet your old friends and make new friends at an unstructured, outdoor playtime in the library's Reading Garden! Toys will be supplied. Ages 0-5 with an adult.

Tue, Jul 02, 11:00am - 11:30am

Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - First Floor

Join Miss Lisa for songs, games, movement activities and more fun that's just right for ages 0-23 months

Tue, Jul 02, 11:15am - 11:45am

James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room

Clap and cheer summer is here for Stories and Songs! Perfect for toddlers and siblings. Come enjoy the fingerplay, songs and story-telling with us. Ages 0-5

Tue, Jul 02, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

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

an after-school maker program for ages 6-12

Tue, Jul 02, 5:00pm - 7:30pm

James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room

Introducing the community to D&D through introductory sessions, one-shots, and campaigns. Email Dungeon Master Josstin at jgogue@alexlibraryva.org if you're interested in joining. Ages 12-18

Tue, Jul 02, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual

Attention all handcrafters! Join us to share what you are working on, see what others are creating, and just chat while we craft together!Register

Wed, Jul 03, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library

Strong Men & Women in Virginia's History is a traveling exhibition honoring African Americans for their contributions to the Commonwealth from the Library of Virginia.

Wed, Jul 03, 10:15am - 11:00am

Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden

Baby storytime, plus opportunities to build relationships with other caretakers of young children! For ages 0-12 months, accompanied by an adult.

Wed, Jul 03, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room

Enjoy weekly sessions with other fiber artists. Share your projects and see others. Quilting tutorials will be provided on the first Wednesday of every month. No registration is required.

Wed, Jul 03, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden

Join us for stories, songs, and activities for your active, growing little ones! Ages 1-2.

Wed, Jul 03, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Periodicals Room

Read the powerful stories of black icons you didn't hear about in school with the brothers of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Incorporated. Ages 13-18.

Wed, Jul 03, 5:00pm - 5:45pm

James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room

Spitfire club, Summer Session. Changing the world, one book at a time! Kindergarten - 3rd Grade.

Wed, Jul 03, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

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

This is a space for intermediate speakers to practice English and build confidence.

Wed, Jul 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Zoom

Need some zen to help you wind down after a long day? 🧘‍♀️

Fri, Jul 05, 10:00am - 5:00pm

Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library

Strong Men & Women in Virginia's History is a traveling exhibition honoring African Americans for their contributions to the Commonwealth from the Library of Virginia.

Fri, Jul 05, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room

Have fun on Fridays after school, building, making, playing word bingo, and winning prizes! Grades K-5. *Includes slime-making every last Friday of the month!*

Sat, Jul 06, 10:00am - 11:00am

Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library

The Barrett Branch is hosting an All We Can Save Circle open to all interested in sincere discussion centered on the climate crisis and for those seeking community rooted in wise and just solutions.

Sat, Jul 06, 10:00am - 5:00pm

Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library

Strong Men & Women in Virginia's History is a traveling exhibition honoring African Americans for their contributions to the Commonwealth from the Library of Virginia.

Sat, Jul 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden

Ventriloquism and puppet performance that will inspire kids to believe in themselves and the importance of reading! (Ages 0-8)

Sat, Jul 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room

Are you curious about what a doula actually does? Or if they're the right fit for you and your birthing plan? Join us for an informational session with a doula and an engaging Q&A

Sat, Jul 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Small Conference Room,Large Meeting Room

Attention all handcrafters! Join us to share what you are working on, see what others are creating, and just chat while we craft together!

Sat, Jul 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library

Join us in Beatley's youth services area and test out our tabletop games! Ages 5-18.

Sun, Jul 07, 1:00pm - 4:30pm

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

This is a twice-monthly forum for writers to network, share moral support, and offer constructive criticism. Meets first and third Sundays. All are welcome!

Sun, Jul 07, 1:00pm - 5:00pm

Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library

Strong Men & Women in Virginia's History is a traveling exhibition honoring African Americans for their contributions to the Commonwealth from the Library of Virginia.

Sun, Jul 07, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room

Bring your preschooler to the Duncan Library on Sunday afternoons to explore STEAM activities (science, technology, engineering, art, and math)! This is a drop in event. Recommended ages 3-6

Mon, Jul 08, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library

Strong Men & Women in Virginia's History is a traveling exhibition honoring African Americans for their contributions to the Commonwealth from the Library of Virginia.

Mon, Jul 08, 10:15am - 10:45am

James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room

Wiggle, crawl and clap at Baby Time! Fingerplay and songs for Ages 0-14 Months.

Mon, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:00am

Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden

Children love to be outdoors! Join us in Beatley Central Library's beautiful outdoor Reading Garden for stories, songs and movement. Ages 0-5 with an adult.

Mon, Jul 08, 11:15am - 11:45am

James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room

Wiggle, crawl and clap at Baby Time! Fingerplay and songs for Ages 0-14 Months.

Mon, Jul 08, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room

English conversation practice for English language learners.

Mon, Jul 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Carlyle House

Stories and other activities at historic Carlyle House in Old Town. (121 N Fairfax Street). Ages 4-8

Mon, Jul 08, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Teen Area

Where teens can socialize, strategize and learn tabletop games. All materials will be provided. Ages 12-18

Mon, Jul 08, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

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

This is a space for intermediate speakers to practice English and build confidence.

Mon, Jul 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual - Virtual

Please join Let's Talk Books to read and virtually discuss the mystery, "The Searcher" by Tana French.Register