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Celebrate #NationalLibraryWeek with workshops, story times, and crafts. Visit alexlibraryva.org/events to see all of our events and RSVP.
Find Your Joy!
During #NationalLibraryWeek, discover your library joy by:
• Stopping by your Alexandria Library branch and bringing someone with you.
• Helping a friend sign up for a library card.
• Exploring something new: a book, a program, a class, or a conversation.
Join Alexandrians and our Sister City Dundee, Scotland to discuss short story "The Long Arm" by Mary E. Wilkins-Freeman. Registration required: alexlibraryva.org/event/16060235
Take your pick from thousands of books for sale for all ages in a wide variety of genres! Books will be priced at $4 for hardcover and $2 for paperback, unless otherwise marked. Book sale profits go directly back to Duncan Library to support programming, materials, events, equipment and more.
The PoeTREES at Beatley are in peak bloom! Check out the leaves made by some of our Youth Services patrons for #NationalPoetryMonth 🍃🌳
Dr. Tseng, Professor of Spanish and Linguistics at American University, will discuss the history of Latin American immigration to the DC Metro Area and how its shaped a unique regional language. RSVP to attend: alexlibraryva.org/event/15710620
Join our team! We are hiring for multiple positions. Visit alexlibraryva.org/employment to learn more and apply.
Alexandria Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer and invites applications from all qualified individuals.
Preventing wasted food can also reduce energy and labor costs associated with throwing away good food. Join us this #EarthDay to learn more about what you can do to help the environment by reducing food waste.
Join us for another week of celebrating #America250 with workshops, story times, and crafts. Visit alexlibraryva.org/events to see all of our events and RSVP.
Stop in to Duncan to check out our newest display...that's all.
Shop the Burke Branch Friends book sale with a special focus on poetry for National Poetry Month! Find great reads for $1-4 a book while supporting library programs.
Visit the Burke Branch Library, Saturday, April 18 for an all-day poetry festival to celebrate National Poetry Month! Stop in for one event, or enjoy them all ✒️🥀
How many Take a Seat chairs have you seen? The chairs will be on display throughout April and during our Artist Discussion Panel on May 9 at Beatley. Learn more about the project and how to bid in the Alexandria Library Foundation's auction to take one home! alexlibraryva.org/take-a-seat
The Tiny Art Show Gallery is NOW OPEN! Stop by Beatley to view all of the mini masterpieces 🎨
Join us for a week of crafts, art exhibits, book clubs, and more. Visit alexlibraryva.org/events to see the full schedule and RSVP.
Tuesday, April 7 at 4 PM, travel through time with American Girl, Julie Albright! We will make friendship bracelets, play basketball toss and learn about 1970s America. For ages 6-12.
New craft every Tuesday: alexlibraryva.org/event/15511662
The Alexandria Library is proud to announce the debut of the Take A Seat Upcycling Community Art Project exhibit, starting on April 1. Learn more about the project and where to see the chairs here: alexlibraryva.org/take-a-seat
Thank you!
Twice Loved, our Plushie Donation Drive, is back for its second year! Bring your gently used soft toys to Beatley, April 6-20, and help them find a new home. All toys will be cleaned and sanitized before our adoption event. Please limit to 10 donations per household. #AlexandriaVA #Sustainability
Join us for a magical, interactive story reading of Beauty and the Beast in our Reading Garden. Dress for the weather! The event will be moved inside in the event of inclement weather.
Join us for a week of crafts, movie screenings, and book clubs! Visit alexlibraryva.org/events to see the full schedule and RSVP.
A "revolutionary" walking challenge for anyone who wants to participate. Start at any time, and walk/run/bike/swim, etc. to cover 426 miles between March 30 and May 3. Pick up a paper tracker at any branch, or download one here: alexlibraryva.org/event/16069816
Join us this Saturday to get crafty! This month, we're making rainbow twirlers, followed by open play time and bubbles! Ages 6+. No RSVP needed.
Happy Reading! Thanks for stopping by and supporting.
Join us for a week of crafts, movie screenings, and book clubs! Visit alexlibraryva.org/events to see the full schedule and RSVP.
Join us to learn and practice different styles each session! Teens and adults welcome. No RSVP needed.
Join the America 250 Book Club, a new series celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States. This month, we are discussing "The British are Coming: The War for America, Lexington to Princeton" by Rick Atkinson. RSVP here: alexlibraryva.org/event/16047357
In celebration of the 250th anniversary of the USA, join us for a presentation by George Washington's Mount Vernon about the societal significance of corn during the Revolutionary War era. alexlibraryva.org/event/15222704
Join us for a conversation between award-winning journalist Shoshana Walter and bestselling and award-winning author Barbara Kingsolver as they chat about Walter’s book Rehab: An American Scandal. alexlibraryva.org/event/15712781