Charles E. Beatley Jr., Central Library
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Tuesday December 23 11:00am - 11:45am EST
Playtime!
Meet your old friends and make new friends at an unstructured, outdoor playtime in the library's Reading Garden! Toys will be supplied. Ages 0-5 with an adult.
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Tuesday December 23 4:30pm - 5:30pm EST
Tuesday We Play (ages 5-12)
Build with Lego, make art, play games, and more! Ages 5-12. Kids under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Monday December 29 11:00am - 5:00pm EST
Monday Movie Marathon
Join us for one, two or three family-friendly winter-themed films!
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Saturday January 3 2:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Craft Supply Swap and Handcraft Tuesday Weekend Edition
Trade your old craft supplies for something new!
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Sunday January 4 1:00pm - 4:30pm EST
Writers Group at Beatley
This is a twice-monthly forum for writers to work on drafts, network, and share moral support. Meets first and third Sundays. All are welcome!
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Monday January 5 11:00am - 11:30am EST
Storytime in the Reading Garden - even when it's cold!
Children love to be outdoors! Join us in Beatley Central Library's beautiful outdoor Reading Garden for stories, songs and movement. Ages 0-5 with an adult.
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Monday January 5 6:30pm - 7:15pm EST
Teen Volunteer Orientation
Ages 12-18. Learn more about volunteering with Alexandria Library.
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Tuesday January 6 10:00am - 12:00pm EST
English Language Learning (ELL) 1 Workshop
Beginning English practice for English language learners. No registration needed or prior level of English. These workshops are led by volunteers and do not include certificates of completion.
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Tuesday January 6 4:30pm - 5:30pm EST
Tuesday We Play (ages 5-12)
Build with Lego, make art, play games, and more! Ages 5-12. Kids under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Wednesday January 7 10:30am - 11:00am EST
1s and 2s Time
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for your active, growing little ones! Ages 1-2
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Wednesday January 7 11:30am - 12:00pm EST
1s and 2s Time
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for your active, growing little ones! Ages 1-2
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Wednesday January 7 5:00pm - 6:00pm EST
Paws to Read
Do you want to practice reading aloud? Do you like dogs? Sign up for a 15-minute reading slot to read to a dog by calling (703) 746-1753 or by stopping by Beatley's Children's Desk. Ages 6-12.
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Wednesday January 7 6:00pm - 7:00pm EST
Knit Nite!
Learn to knit under the guidance of experienced knitters. All supplies will be provided. Ages 8-18.
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Thursday January 8 10:00am - 12:00pm EST
English Language Learning (ELL) 1 Workshop
Beginning English practice for English language learners. No registration needed or prior level of English. These workshops are led by volunteers and do not include certificates of completion.
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Thursday January 8 1:15pm - 2:00pm EST
Baby Bounce - for babies 0-14 months and their caretaker(s)
Baby storytime, plus opportunities to build relationships with other caretakers of young children! For ages 0-14 months, accompanied by an adult. 15 months and older, please attend 1s and 2s.
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Thursday January 8 4:00pm - 4:30pm EST
Preschool Storytime
Join Miss Amy for stories, songs, movement, and activities just right for preschool children. Ages 3-5 with adult.
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Thursday January 8 5:30pm - 6:30pm EST
Tai Chi at Beatley Library
Join Jorge Banales as he gives free instruction on the Yang Style 24 Movement Tai Chi form on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month. Free and open to the public.
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Thursday January 8 6:00pm - 7:00pm EST
Coding Game Night - ages 6-12
Drop in and play with our coding board games, card games, toys, and robots! Ages 6-12.
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Friday January 9 1:00pm - 2:30pm EST
Low Vision Resource Group
Join us to learn about resources for people with low vision.
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Saturday January 10 10:00am - 4:45pm EST
Borrow a Board Game
Use the library's board and card games while hanging out in the youth services area!
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Saturday January 10 10:30am - 11:30am EST
Teen Advisory Group
Ages 12-18. Make a difference in your library and community by sharing your opinions, volunteering, and more!
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Sunday January 11 2:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Colonial Crafternoon
Learn the art of making potpourri and pomanders, crafts that were popular during Colonial America.
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Monday January 12 11:00am - 11:30am EST
Storytime in the Reading Garden - even when it's cold!
Children love to be outdoors! Join us in Beatley Central Library's beautiful outdoor Reading Garden for stories, songs and movement. Ages 0-5 with an adult.
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Monday January 12 5:30pm - 6:30pm EST
English Language Learning (ELL) 2 - Conversation Workshop
This volunteer-led workshop provides a space for intermediate speakers to practice English and build confidence. No registration required. No certificates of completion are issued.