Handcraft Tuesday - Weekend Edition

Sat · Oct 10·10 AM – 11:30 PM·Green Spring Gardens Location, 4603 Green Spring Rd., Alexandria, VA 22312

(14-Adult) Enjoy a sociable crafting workshop to create an all-season centerpiece that combines two of our favorite things: flowers and teacups. Gather at the Historic House to make a beautiful teacup topiary that will grace a table or mantle for years to come. All materials supplied, including fine china teacup and sa…

Sat · Oct 10·10:30 AM – 11:30 AM·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. All materials provided. Registration required. Ages 6-12.

Sat · Oct 10·2 PM – 3 PM·Martha Washington Library — Martha Washington Meeting Room · Alexandria

See the power of invention and innovation but making your own simple toys. for Grades K-6 If you have questions about the appropriate age for a program, its content, or accommodations, please call the branch at 703-768-6700 (option 4).

Sat · Oct 10·7 AM – 12 PM·Alexandria

Meet us at the Market, 100 Block of North Royal Street! Market Square has been the center of economic and civic activity for Alexandrians since the City’s founding in 1749. Discover the latest research into City Hall and Market Square with Alexandria Archaeology and research historian Greg Beaman. Market Square has bee…

Fri · Oct 9·6:30 PM – 8:30 PM·Leonard "Chick" Armstrong Recreation Center (formerly Cora Kelly Recreation Center), 25 W. Reed Ave. · Alexandria

All Ages. Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a community dance featuring music, refreshments, and cultural displays as we honor and celebrate Latino culture.

Sun · Oct 11·1:15 PM – 2:15 PM·James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library · Alexandria

Join us the second Sunday of the month for open crafting, relaxing music, and light snacks. Design with Perler beads, create a collage for your room, or just hang out and scribble in a coloring book - the choice is yours! Ages 9-12.

Fri · Oct 9·2 PM – 4 PM·Martha Washington Library — Martha Washington Meeting Room · Alexandria

Want to learn watercolor painting but don't know how? Start here! Join other beginners with popular local instructor Anne Heising teaching watercolor basics. Supplies are limited and registration is required. This program is for adults . If you have questions about the appropriate age for a program, its content, or acc…

Thu · Oct 8·3 PM – 5 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.

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…