Book Journaling Meetup

Sat · Oct 17·10:30 AM – 12 PM·Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library · Alexandria

Participants will be provided with a complimentary beginner’s kit, which includes yarn, needles, and a Knitting Resource Guide. Open to ages 16+ only. Registration is required, supplies are limited. Knitting is a purposeful research-supported intervention that promotes wellness and resilience for individuals undergoing…

Sat · Oct 17·John Marshall Library · Alexandria

Visit the John Marshall Seed Library to pick up a few packets of vegetable, fruit, herb, or flower seeds for your garden. Many of our seeds are from 2024 and prior, but you may find old favorites or discover new ones! Have extra seeds? Consider donating them! Bring donated seeds to the Information Desk or leave packets…

Sat · Oct 17·8:30 AM – 12 PM·Jerome "Buddie" Ford Nature Center, 5750 Sanger Avenue · Alexandria

The City of Alexandria will be hosting a hands-on macroinvertebrate sampling events this fall! Volunteers are invited to join the City’s Stormwater Management staff in the stream to collect and identify aquatic insects and other small creatures that help measure water quality. These events provide an exciting, up-close…

Sat · Oct 17·9 AM – 3 PM·Joseph Hensley Park · Alexandria

This community event brings high school youth, families, and local partners together to promote gang violence awareness, strengthen positive connections, and encourage young people to make safe and healthy choices. Youth participants will compete, connect with peers and community resources, and enjoy free food, a free…

Thu · Oct 15·6:30 PM – 7:30 PM·Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library · Alexandria

Not sure what the difference is between knit and purl? Trying to figure out how to complete a single crochet? Learn the basics of knitting and crocheting at Burke Branch Library with one-on-one guidance. Materials are limited and must stay at the Library. Attendees are strongly encouraged to bring their own materials.…

Thu · Oct 15·3 PM – 4:30 PM·Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library · Alexandria

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…

Mon · Oct 19·5:30 PM – 6:30 PM·Martha Washington Library — Martha Washington Meeting Room, Martha Washington Meeting Room 104B · Alexandria

Monday is often when we need to reground ourselves to start the week. We will move, breathe, and ground ourselves together. Each class will also bring forth an intention from the eight limbs of yoga or beyond. And yes, there will be Shavasana to relax our bodies, minds and souls. Collectively we will help our community…

Sun · Sep 20·1 PM – 4:30 PM·Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library · Alexandria

Sun · Sep 20·1:15 PM – 1:45 PM·James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library · Alexandria

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…

Mon · Sep 21·10:15 AM · 11:15 AM·James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library · Alexandria

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 starting 10:00am for the 10:15 and at…