Dodgeball Fanatics

Fri · Oct 9·6:30 PM – 8:30 PM·Patrick Henry Recreation Center, 4653 Taney Ave. · Alexandria

Ages 7-12. Duck, dip, dive, and dodge your way to fun! This instructor-led program teaches safe dodgeball skills using gatorskin balls, with teams organized by age and skill level.

Fri · Oct 23·10:30 AM – 11 AM·Martha Washington Library — Martha Washington Meeting Room, Martha Washington Meeting Room 104B · Alexandria

Uses stories, songs and poses to teach caregivers and children techniques for breathing moving and relaxing. Bring a yoga mat or beach towel. Age 1-4 with adult. Register the child only please. Cosponsored by the Friends of Martha Washington Library If you have questions about the appropriate age for a program, its con…

Fri · Oct 23·11:15 AM – 11:45 AM·Martha Washington Library — Martha Washington Meeting Room, Martha Washington Meeting Room 104B · Alexandria

For infants, from 6 weeks to almost crawling. Through gentle guided movements, massage and songs, parents bond with their infant while encouraging emotional and physical development. Cosponsored by the Friends of Martha Washington Library If you have questions about the appropriate age for a program, its content, or ac…

Fri · Oct 23·8 AM – 5 PM·Voter Registration Office, 132 N. Royal St. · Alexandria

October 23 is the registration deadline for the November 3, 2026 General Election. The application must be postmarked by this date, filed online prior to midnight, or received in person at our office by 5pm. Applications are available from the web site below.

Fri · Oct 23·8 AM – 5 PM·Voter Registration Office, 132 N. Royal St. · Alexandria

Last day to request a ballot by mail for the November 3, 2026 General Election. Applications must be received in the Voter Registration Office by 5pm. Applications may be submitted online (http://vote.elections.virginia.gov) or by mail, fax (703.746.4540) or email (VoteAbsentee@alexandriava.gov)

Fri · Oct 23·4 PM – 5 PM·John Marshall Library — John Marshall Meeting Room 1, John Marshall Meeting Room 2 · Alexandria

Join us in making Halloween themed slime! Use your creativity and learn the science behind how slime is made. Ages 13-18. All materials provided. Registration encouraged, walk-ins welcome. Limited supplies.

Fri · Oct 23·4 PM – 5 PM·Kingstowne Regional Library — Meeting Room (E103) · Alexandria

Join us at Kingstowne Library to test your knowledge of Halloween history, monsters, candy and more! Ages 7-10. Please only register your child for this event.

Sat · Oct 24·5 PM – 9 PM·Franconia Rec Center Location, 6601 Telegraph Rd, Alexandria, VA , VA 22310

Calling all gliding ghouls — our spooky Family Skate and Dance Night will be skele-fun for the whole family! Become entranced as the Franconia Rec Center gym transforms into a frightfully fun rink for your Halloween enjoyment.Come out to skele-skate with friends or simply dance to the monster mash. Dress in your best c…

Fri · Sep 25·6 PM – 7:30 PM·Dr. Oswald Durant Memorial Center, 1605 Cameron St. · Alexandria

Ages 12-16. Come out for an afternoon of fun and learn a new skill while making friends and hanging out with other teens! Each session will have a different theme.

Fri · Sep 25·6:30 PM – 8:30 PM·Mount Vernon Recreation Center, 2701 Commonwealth Ave. · Alexandria

Ages 5-10. Enjoy a well-deserved night out while your kids have a fun-filled evening with us!

Fri · Sep 25·6:30 PM – 8 PM·Archives and Records Center, 801 S. Payne Street · Alexandria

Grown-Up Field Trip: Black History in Archives Engage with archival documents while learning about Black life in Alexandria during the early 20th century. Through letters and other primary sources, discover how archives are used to preserve community stories. This event takes place at the Alexandria Archives and Record…