Tired of the same old reusable shopping bag and tote collection at home? Looking to offload some extras with sustainability in mind? Bring them into the Library and swap with other community members. Bags should be in good condition and clean. Can't make the event but want to donate some extras? Staff will accept bags any day leading up to the event.
Let's go on a "ribbiting" adventure! Hop into the skill of crocheting and learn about our amazing amphibious friends. Start the morning with a short walk around the scenic pond, and spot some native frog species, then learn to crochet your very own...
Read and craft with your friends on the Carlyle House front lawn for Family Fun Day on the first Saturday of the month from March-November!
Enjoy a creative afternoon exploring new art techniques! This month, we’ll be learning how to create decoupage on a handheld fan. Join this event and create your own inspired masterpiece with local artist So-hee. All materials will be provided. Adults.
Whether you're a first-time stitcher or a veteran of the fiber arts, join our crafting community! Bring your own materials and join us to craft however makes your heart sing. Basic beginner instruction for knit, crochet, cross stitch, and embroidery available. Adults and teens welcome. Sit & Stitch meets on the first S…
Calling all crafters! Celebrate the upcoming arrival of fall with Kingstowne Library by making a paper mosaic of a fall animal. All materials will be provided. Ages 5-10. Please only register your child for this event.
(12-Adult) Drawing water can be made a little less tricky by learning a few techniques. Rippled, still or running, we will learn all about how water behaves. Join artist and naturalist Margaret Wohler to learn how to draw this surface that is both transparent and reflective. All art materials provided.
This group meets weekly and is a great way to find a crafting community. When we aren't in the big meeting room we gather in the Teen area. If you are working on a project, need help or just want to knit with others, join us! All artists and crafters are welcome!
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…
Banderitas are small flags, pennants or colorful paper buntings strung across streets and homes in Mexico and other Hispanic cultures. They are used for celebrations, religious fiestas, national holidays and parties. We will use colorful tissue paper to fold and cut our designs. Registration is required as space is lim…
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.
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!…
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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…
