Charles E. Beatley Jr., Central Library
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Thursday July 17 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
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 July 17 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Storytime in the Reading Garden
Children love to be outdoors! Join us in Beatley Central Library's beautiful outdoor Reading Garden for stories, songs and movement. Ages 0-8 with an adult.
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Thursday July 17 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Animal Encounters: Amazing Adaptations with Bar C Ranch
This exciting program introduces 5 or more animals from around the world. Learn about their habitats, diets and some of the amazing adaptations that help them to survive in the wild. (Ages 6-12)
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Thursday July 17 1:15pm - 2:00pm EDT
Baby Bounce - for babies 0-12 months and their caretaker(s)
Baby storytime, plus opportunities to build relationships with other caretakers of young children! For ages 0-12 months, accompanied by an adult. After your first birthday, please attend 1s and 2s.
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Thursday July 17 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Handcraft Crafternoon
NEW EXTENDED TIME! 3-5 PM!Attention all handcrafters! Join us to share what you are working on, see what others are creating, and just chat while we craft together!
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Thursday July 17 5:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
Alexandria Oddball Cinema
Oddball Cinema brings you all of the weird, eclectic, and lesser-known films you probably never saw in theaters. Click on the event title for more info!
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Thursday July 17 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Coding Game Night - ages 6-12
Drop in and play with our coding board games, card games, toys, and robots -- and check out some of our coding books for kids! Ages 6-12.
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Friday July 18 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Rhythmaya: Bollywood Dance
Dance along with us as Rhythmaya shares Indian culture through music, art and movement. (All ages)
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Saturday July 19 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Kofi Dennis
Enjoy music, dance, drums and stories highlighting West African culture! (All ages)
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Saturday July 19 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Handcraft Tuesday - Weekend Edition
Attention all handcrafters! Join us to share what you are working on, see what others are creating, and just chat while we craft together!
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Saturday July 19 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Board Game Cafe
Check out the Librarys selection of tabletop games. (Ages 5-18) Echa un vistazo a la selección de juegos de mesa de la Biblioteca. (De 5 a 18 años) Área infantil de Beatley Library
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Sunday July 20 1:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
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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Sunday July 20 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Alexandria Oddball Cinema
Oddball Cinema brings you all of the weird, eclectic, and lesser-known films you probably never saw in theaters. Click on the event title for more info!
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Monday July 21 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Storytime in the Reading Garden
Children love to be outdoors! Join us in Beatley Central Library's beautiful outdoor Reading Garden for stories, songs and movement. Ages 0-8 with an adult.
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Monday July 21 5:30pm - 7:00pm EDT
Avenue Ambition
Ages 12-18. Develop tools and skills to create, market, and sell your original artwork in this 10-week series.
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Monday July 21 5:30pm - 6:30pm EDT
English Language Learning (ELL) 2 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.
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Tuesday July 22 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
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 July 22 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
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 July 22 4:30pm - 5:30pm EDT
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 July 23 10:30am - 11:05am EDT
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 July 23 11:30am - 12:05pm EDT
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 July 23 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Juggling Funny Stories!
Youll be laughing out loud as nationally-known family entertainer Chris Fascione brings childrens stories to life with his high-spirited and innovative performances. (Ages 6-12)
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Wednesday July 23 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Juggling Funny Stories!
Youll be laughing out loud as nationally-known family entertainer Chris Fascione brings childrens stories to life with his high-spirited and innovative performances. (Ages 6-12)
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Wednesday July 23 5:30pm - 6:30pm EDT
English Language Learning (ELL) 2 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.
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Thursday July 24 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
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 July 24 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Storytime in the Reading Garden
Children love to be outdoors! Join us in Beatley Central Library's beautiful outdoor Reading Garden for stories, songs and movement. Ages 0-8 with an adult.
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Thursday July 24 1:15pm - 2:00pm EDT
Baby Bounce - for babies 0-12 months and their caretaker(s)
Baby storytime, plus opportunities to build relationships with other caretakers of young children! For ages 0-12 months, accompanied by an adult. After your first birthday, please attend 1s and 2s.
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Thursday July 24 5:30pm - 6:30pm EDT
Tai Chi at Beatley Library
Join Jorge Banales as he gives 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 July 24 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Coding Game Night - ages 6-12
Drop in and play with our coding board games, card games, toys, and robots -- and check out some of our coding books for kids! Ages 6-12.
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Friday July 25 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Mr. Lilo
Sing in English and Spanish, jump, and dance with Mr. Lilo and his guitar. (Ages 0-8)
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Saturday July 26 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Culture Queen
Join Grammy-nominated performer Culture Queen for interactive musical storytelling on the summer reading theme of Color Our World. (All ages)
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Saturday July 26 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Artistic Outlets Creativity Workshop
Ages 12+. Explore ways to channel your feelings, thoughts, and experiences through different art styles and mediums.
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Saturday July 26 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Board Game Cafe
Check out the Librarys selection of tabletop games. (Ages 5-18) Echa un vistazo a la selección de juegos de mesa de la Biblioteca. (De 5 a 18 años) Área infantil de Beatley Library
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Saturday July 26 2:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
House Plant Swap
Bring your extra houseplants or cuttings and take something new home! Please check your plants for pests before bringing them in and put cuttings in soil, water, or wrapped in a damp paper towel.
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Saturday July 26 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
French Conversation Club
Ages 14+. Develop and exercise your French conversation skills.