Reverse Glass Painting Workshop

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…

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·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…

Thu · Oct 15·10:30 AM – 11 AM·Sherwood Regional Library — Sherwood Meeting Room · Alexandria

Join us for stories, songs, movement, and early literacy fun for preschoolers! For ages 3-5 with caregiver. Registration is required. Siblings are welcome, but please register only the child aged 3-5 years.

Wed · Oct 14·6 PM – 7 PM·Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library · Alexandria

Knit Nite meets weekly on Wednesdays from 6:00 - 7:00. It is not necessary to come every week. Participants may join at any time.

Wed · Oct 14·4 PM – 5:45 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. Every second and fourth Tuesday of the month.

Wed · Oct 14·1 PM – 2 PM·Martha Washington Library — Martha Washington Conference Room · Alexandria

Looking to work on fiber crafts with others? Members knit, crochet, do needlepoint and more! Bring your own project, work at your own pace and enjoy the company of fellow crafters. All levels welcome! This program is for adults. If you have questions about the appropriate age for a program, its content, or accommodatio…

Wed · Oct 14·1 PM – 2:30 PM·Kingstowne Regional Library — Conference Room (E151) · Alexandria

Come join the Yarn Chapter and enjoy engaging conversation, learning in a group setting, and creating new projects. Bring your knitting, crochet, needle point, hand sewing, or felting project and work on them in a group setting. Learn new stitches and share expertise with others as you work on your project. All experie…

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…