Charles E. Beatley Jr., Central Library
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Tuesday February 3 All Day
American Girl Doll & Accessory Drive
Donate 18-inch dolls (American Girl, Our Generation, etc.) and compatible accessories to support upcoming library programs!
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Tuesday February 3 All Day
International Correspondence Writing Month
Stop by the Beatley Central Library's writing station to make a card, fill out a postcard, or just jot a short note to a special someone!
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Tuesday February 3 7:00pm - 8:00pm EST
Handcraft Tuesday - Evening 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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Wednesday February 4 All Day
American Girl Doll & Accessory Drive
Donate 18-inch dolls (American Girl, Our Generation, etc.) and compatible accessories to support upcoming library programs!
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Wednesday February 4 All Day
International Correspondence Writing Month
Stop by the Beatley Central Library's writing station to make a card, fill out a postcard, or just jot a short note to a special someone!
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Wednesday February 4 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 February 4 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 February 4 5:00pm - 7:00pm EST
American Revolution - Episode 1 watch party
Join us at the Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library for Episode 1 of Ken Burn's newest documentary, The American Revolution.
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Wednesday February 4 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 February 4 5:30pm - 6:30pm EST
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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Wednesday February 4 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 February 5 All Day
American Girl Doll & Accessory Drive
Donate 18-inch dolls (American Girl, Our Generation, etc.) and compatible accessories to support upcoming library programs!
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Thursday February 5 All Day
International Correspondence Writing Month
Stop by the Beatley Central Library's writing station to make a card, fill out a postcard, or just jot a short note to a special someone!
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Thursday February 5 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 February 5 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 February 5 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 February 5 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 February 6 All Day
American Girl Doll & Accessory Drive
Donate 18-inch dolls (American Girl, Our Generation, etc.) and compatible accessories to support upcoming library programs!
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Friday February 6 All Day
International Correspondence Writing Month
Stop by the Beatley Central Library's writing station to make a card, fill out a postcard, or just jot a short note to a special someone!
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Saturday February 7 All Day
American Girl Doll & Accessory Drive
Donate 18-inch dolls (American Girl, Our Generation, etc.) and compatible accessories to support upcoming library programs!
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Saturday February 7 All Day
International Correspondence Writing Month
Stop by the Beatley Central Library's writing station to make a card, fill out a postcard, or just jot a short note to a special someone!
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Saturday February 7 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 February 7 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Harvesting A Legacy
Ages 12 & up. Explore and celebrate 100 years of harvesting the legacy of people of color in this poetry and spoken word workshop.
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Sunday February 8 All Day
American Girl Doll & Accessory Drive
Donate 18-inch dolls (American Girl, Our Generation, etc.) and compatible accessories to support upcoming library programs!
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Sunday February 8 All Day
International Correspondence Writing Month
Stop by the Beatley Central Library's writing station to make a card, fill out a postcard, or just jot a short note to a special someone!
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Sunday February 8 1:30pm - 3:00pm EST
Valentine Card Extravaganza!
Need to remember someone special? Come join our Valentine extravaganza! We provide the cards, sparkles, stickers, hearts and flowers. You provide the creative touch.
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Monday February 9 All Day
American Girl Doll & Accessory Drive
Donate 18-inch dolls (American Girl, Our Generation, etc.) and compatible accessories to support upcoming library programs!
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Monday February 9 All Day
International Correspondence Writing Month
Stop by the Beatley Central Library's writing station to make a card, fill out a postcard, or just jot a short note to a special someone!
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Monday February 9 10:00am - 8:00pm EST
Valentine Card Make and Take
Pick up your Valentine Card kit from the Information Desk. Kit contains material for two cards. One kit per person while supplies last.
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Monday February 9 4:00pm - 5:00pm EST
Restful Readaloud
No one's too old to enjoy being read to! Relax and unwind while a librarian reads aloud from longer picture books and short chapter books. Ages 6-12 (and anyone who wants to sit quietly and listen)
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Monday February 9 5:30pm - 7:30pm EST
Teen Takeover
Ages 12-18. Do homework, play games, and just hang out in an area set aside for teens ONLY!
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Monday February 9 5:30pm - 6:30pm EST
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 February 10 All Day
American Girl Doll & Accessory Drive
Donate 18-inch dolls (American Girl, Our Generation, etc.) and compatible accessories to support upcoming library programs!
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Tuesday February 10 All Day
International Correspondence Writing Month
Stop by the Beatley Central Library's writing station to make a card, fill out a postcard, or just jot a short note to a special someone!
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Tuesday February 10 10:00am - 8:00pm EST
Valentine Card Make and Take
Pick up your Valentine Card kit from the Information Desk. Kit contains material for two cards. One kit per person while supplies last.
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Tuesday February 10 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 February 11 All Day
American Girl Doll & Accessory Drive
Donate 18-inch dolls (American Girl, Our Generation, etc.) and compatible accessories to support upcoming library programs!
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Wednesday February 11 All Day
International Correspondence Writing Month
Stop by the Beatley Central Library's writing station to make a card, fill out a postcard, or just jot a short note to a special someone!
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Wednesday February 11 10:00am - 8:00pm EST
Valentine Card Make and Take
Pick up your Valentine Card kit from the Information Desk. Kit contains material for two cards. One kit per person while supplies last.
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Wednesday February 11 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 February 11 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 February 11 5:30pm - 6:30pm EST
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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Wednesday February 11 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 February 12 All Day
American Girl Doll & Accessory Drive
Donate 18-inch dolls (American Girl, Our Generation, etc.) and compatible accessories to support upcoming library programs!
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Thursday February 12 All Day
International Correspondence Writing Month
Stop by the Beatley Central Library's writing station to make a card, fill out a postcard, or just jot a short note to a special someone!
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Thursday February 12 10:00am - 8:00pm EST
Valentine Card Make and Take
Pick up your Valentine Card kit from the Information Desk. Kit contains material for two cards. One kit per person while supplies last.
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Thursday February 12 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 February 12 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 February 12 3:00pm - 5:00pm EST
Handcraft Crafternoon
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 February 12 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 February 12 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 February 12 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 February 13 All Day
American Girl Doll & Accessory Drive
Donate 18-inch dolls (American Girl, Our Generation, etc.) and compatible accessories to support upcoming library programs!
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Friday February 13 All Day
International Correspondence Writing Month
Stop by the Beatley Central Library's writing station to make a card, fill out a postcard, or just jot a short note to a special someone!
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Friday February 13 10:00am - 5:00pm EST
Valentine Card Make and Take
Pick up your Valentine Card kit from the Information Desk. Kit contains material for two cards. One kit per person while supplies last.
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Saturday February 14 All Day
American Girl Doll & Accessory Drive
Donate 18-inch dolls (American Girl, Our Generation, etc.) and compatible accessories to support upcoming library programs!
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Saturday February 14 All Day
International Correspondence Writing Month
Stop by the Beatley Central Library's writing station to make a card, fill out a postcard, or just jot a short note to a special someone!
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Saturday February 14 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 February 14 10:30am - 4:30pm EST
Grand Gaming Melee
Grand Gaming Melee: The Alexandria-Arlington Regional Gaming Group (AARGGH) invites you to play dice games, card games, tile games, and just about any other kind of tabletop game.
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Saturday February 14 2:00pm - 4:00pm EST
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!