Durant Brunch Bunch

Sun · Oct 4·10 AM – 2 PM·Dr. Oswald Durant Memorial Center, 1605 Cameron St. · Alexandria

Ages 6-12. Come join us for brunch, kids’ style! Parents get a chance to run errands or go enjoy brunch in downtown Alexandria while kids enjoy themed days filled with games, crafts, and yes, brunch!

Sun · Nov 1·1:15 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…

Sun · Nov 1·Studio 28 – Enamelists Gallery · Alexandria

In November, “The Hearth’s Embrace” brings deep amber hues and comforting warmth into focus. Visit the Enamelists Gallery, Studio 28 in the Torpedo Factory, Old Town Alexandria, and step into autumn’s gathered glow.

Sun · Nov 1·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 2025 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…

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

Sat · Oct 31·10 AM – 1:45 PM·Chinquapin Park Recreation Center & Aquatics Facility, 3210 King St. · Alexandria

All Ages. Celebrate the season by picking a pumpkin from the water, creating a craft, and taking home a festive goodie bag. Activities are offered in 45-minute time slots to ensure everyone has plenty of space to enjoy the event.

Fri · Oct 30·4 PM – 5 PM·Sherwood Regional Library — Sherwood Meeting Room · Alexandria

Are you brave enough to whip up these scary slimes? Make a witch's brew, vampire's bloodbath, or creepy-crawly concoction. Customize the color of your slime and add spooky decor (e.g., eyeball, insects). Recommended for school-age children, ages 6-12. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Please make a separate registration for each…

Wed · Nov 4·4 PM – 5:30 PM·James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library · Alexandria

Bring your projects or use supplies from our arts and crafts library to create something new! Coffee, tea, and art supplies provided. Ages 13-18.

Sat · Oct 31·2 PM – 4 PM·Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library · Alexandria

Share your projects, tips and ideas, and enjoy the company of other crafters while you do your craft of choice. Any portable handwork is encouraged.

Fri · Oct 2·6 PM – 7 PM·Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum, 105-107 S. Fairfax St. · Alexandria

Specialty Tour: Poisons at the Apothecary Museum Explore the sinister side of medicine on the Apothecary Museum's Poisons Tour. This one-hour tour explores several different types of poisons, their historic uses at the Apothecary, and what we know today. Recommended for adults.

Fri · Oct 2·6:30 PM – 8:30 PM·Patrick Henry Recreation Center, 4653 Taney Ave. · Alexandria

Ages 7-12. More than a battle with foam darts, kids develop teamwork, problem-solving, and sportsmanship skills. Bring gear and equipment, and we will supply the ammo.

Sat · Oct 3·10 AM – 6 PM·Mount Vernon Avenue · Alexandria

Art on the Avenue is a multicultural arts festival held in the Del Ray neighborhood of Alexandria, Virginia, celebrating our community’s diversity through the arts. This festival is held on the first Saturday in October. Every year, thousands of visitors stroll down Mt. Vernon Avenue in Del Ray, Alexandria, between Bel…