Baby Storytime

Fri · Oct 9·10:15 AM – 11:15 AM·Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library · Alexandria

Supported by the Friends of the Burke Library.

Fri · Oct 16·10:30 AM – 11:30 AM·Martha Washington Library — Martha Washington Meeting Room, Martha Washington Meeting Room 104B · Alexandria

Come and chat with other caregivers while the kids play together. 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).

Fri · Oct 16·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…

Fri · Oct 16·3 PM – 4 PM·Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library · Alexandria

Tai Chi movements can be practiced by people of all ages and, as the form involves balanced walking, it results in a relaxed aerobic exercise for major muscle groups and the circulatory system. The practice of Tai Chi also benefits the mind, and learning the form, with keen awareness of body movements and balance, lead…

Fri · Oct 16·7 PM – 9 PM·Gadsby's Tavern Museum, 134 N. Royal St. · Alexandria

Death at the City Hotel: The Fear that Unites Us Join Gadsby’s Tavern Museum for a fascinating evening inspired by Alexandria's “Female Stranger,” who died on October 16, 1816. Travelers like the Female Stranger encountered many dangers, including illnesses not yet understood. What did people do when medicine had no an…

Thu · Oct 15·6 PM – 7 PM·Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library · Alexandria

Drop in for one project or attend each week to build on your skills! Each week we'll work on a different project: October 15 - Simple Batteries October 22 - Shaking Robot October 29 - Play-Doh “Squishy” Circuits November 5 - The Homopolar Motor November 12 - Operation Style Wire Game November 19 - Mini Light-Up Circuit…

Thu · Oct 15·4 PM – 4:30 PM·Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library · Alexandria

At least one child in each group must be age 3-5, but siblings may also attend. Space is limited. Please pick up a ticket starting at 3:30 p.m. at the Children's Desk.

Thu · Oct 15·10:30 AM – 11 AM·Martha Washington Library — Martha Washington Meeting Room, Martha Washington Meeting Room 104B · Alexandria

This lapsit story and song time is for the youngest patrons and their caregivers. Age birth - 17 months with adult. Please register children only. 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).

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…