Crafternoon: Junk Journal Book Binding

Sat · Oct 3·3 PM – 4 PM·Kingstowne Regional Library — Meeting Room (E103) · Alexandria

Calling all crafters who love Halloween! Come to Kingstowne Library to learn how to make a spider sitting in a web. All materials will be provided. Ages 5-10. Please only register your child for this event.

Sat · Oct 3·3 PM – 4 PM·Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library · Alexandria

Whether you're a first-time stitcher or a veteran of the fiber arts, join our crafting community! Bring your own materials and join us to craft however makes your heart sing. Basic beginner instruction for knit, crochet, cross stitch, and embroidery available. Adults and teens welcome. Sit & Stitch meets on the first S…

Sat · Oct 3·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…

Sat · Oct 3·9 AM · 10:15 AM·Carlyle House Historic Park, Alexandria, VA

Join our yoga instructor for an hour long Yoga Class on Carlyle House’s Magnolia Terrace.

Thu · Oct 1·6:30 PM – 7:30 PM·Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library · Alexandria

Celebrate 40 years of American Girl at the Alexandria Library! OCTOBER 1 - TEA CUP CANDLE CRAFT: Craft supplies are available for the first 15 people who register. Subsequent registrants will be put on a wait list should a spot become available. ----------------------------- Upcoming events require a separate registrat…

Thu · Oct 1·6:30 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.…

Mon · Oct 5·5 PM – 6 PM·Sherwood Regional Library — Sherwood Meeting Room · Alexandria

Create a colorful luminary using mason jars, tissue paper, and more! For children and teens, six years and older. Registration Required!

Sat · Sep 26·2:30 PM – 3:30 PM·Richard Byrd Library — Richard Byrd Meeting Room 2 · Springfield

Richard Byrd's regular drawing program! Practicing or developing art skills has been shown to improve mental health , reduce mood disturbances , stimulate mental function, and alleviate pain . You don't need to do it all the time or even finish projects either, there are benefits to simply making it a hobby . A great w…

Sat · Sep 26·3 PM · 4 PM·Centreville Regional Library

Practice your English in a one-on-one conversation in-person with a library volunteer. Basic English language skills are necessary to participate. Adults. Registration required. Students may register for one session a week.