Alexandria Library Newsletter

Beatley Central Library (5005 Duke St.)

Saturday, February 1 at 10:30 a.m.
Beatley Birthday Party
Join us as we celebrate the 20th birthday of Charles E. Beatley, Jr. Central Library! We'll have snacks, games, a children's performer, and more. (More Info)

Saturday, February 8 at 11 a.m.
Smithsonian Discovery Theater: Going the Distance
In this original Olympian musical play, audiences race to the finish line with Jesse Owens and Wilma Rudolph, who overcome childhood disability and illness to win the Olympic gold medal. All ages. (More Info)

Wednesday, February 12 at 4:30 p.m.
Forest Friends Storytime Class
Join a Naturalist from Buddie Ford Nature Center as we explore the animal kingdom through books, activities & games. Each visit will include a live animal from the Nature Center. Ages 5-8 with adult. (More Info)

Saturday, February 15 at 2 p.m.
Sweet As Sin: The Unwrapped Story How Candy Became America's Favorite Pleasure
A lecture examining the African American role in American candy making. Space is limited. Registration required. (More Info)

Friday, February 21 at 1 p.m. (TALKING BOOKS PROGRAM -- 2nd Floor)
Update on Low Vision Rehabilitation
Vision Rehabilitation can help individuals with Low Vision learn different strategies and techniques to optimize your remaining sight as well as learn other ways to accomplish tasks without sight. Come hear from Dr. Suleiman Alibhai, a Low Vision Specialist, talk about Vision Rehabilitation and how it can help you! (More Info)

Wednesday, February 26 at 7 p.m.
"Our Beloved" - A Tribute to Literary Artist Toni Morrison
Through song, spoken word and music, Liberated Muse Arts Group gives tribute to the legendary genius of master writer Toni Morrison. (More Info)

Barrett Branch Library (717 Queen St.)

Saturday, February 1 at 3 p.m.
Making and Working with Marshmallow Fondant Workshop (TEEN)
Learn how to make marshmallow fondant and work it into 2D and 3D shapes. All supplies provided. Registration preferred. Ages 12-18. (More Info)

Tuesday, February 4 at 7 p.m.
Seeds: Selecting and Starting
Jumpstart your vegetable garden! Get the scoop on seed selection – hybrid vs. heirloom, which seeds to start indoors and what’s required to get them growing. Learn how to make your own starter pots, create simple lighting systems, and practice winter sowing by starting seeds outdoors in milk-jug greenhouses. (More Info)

Tuesday, February 11 at 7 p.m.
Introduction to Finding Grants - Presented by Candid (formerly the Foundation Center)
This free presentation will teach you the 10 most important things you need to know about finding grants. (More Info)

Saturday, February 15 at 2 p.m.
The Real Story of Uncle Tom's Cabin - Presented by the National Park Service
Learn about Josiah Henson, the real inspiration for the novel Uncle Tom's Cabin. This free program is presented by a park ranger from the NPS Civil War Defenses Division. (More Info)

Monday, February 24 at 7:15 p.m.
Historic Beulah Baptist Church
Beulah's pastor, Rev. Quardricos Driskell, will share the deep and rich history of this important Alexandrian institution. (More Info)

Burke Branch Library (4701 Seminary Rd.)

Thursday, February 13 at 7 p.m.
Build Inexpensive and Effective Grow Lights

Give your plants a healthy start with grow lights that ensure your seedlings get great light indoors, even when it’s freezing outside. (More Info)

Thursday, February 27 at 6:30 p.m.
Family Movie Night
Wonder tells the heartwarming story of August Pullman, a boy with facial differences who enters the fifth grade, going to elementary school for the first time. Rated PG. (More Info)

Saturday, February 29 at 3:30 p.m.
The Great Escape in Washington DC - Presented by the National Park Service
Learn about the Capital City under the institution slavery and the people who tried to escape this system which will be presented by NPS Ranger Kenya Finley in honor of Black History Month. (More Info)

Duncan Branch Library (2501 Commonwealth Ave.)

Monday, February 3 at 7 p.m.
Using Ancestry Library Edition
Bring your yoga mat and get ready to relax. This free hour-long meditation session will help Learn how to use the Library’s subscription to Ancestry to research your family history. (More Info)

Wednesday, February 12 at 3:30 p.m.
Craft in the Afternoon - Fuzzy Valentines
Come and make a fuzzy Valentine with us! Ages 3+ with a caregiver. (More Info)

Wednesday, February 19 at 7 p.m.
Duncan Book Discussion Group - Their Eyes Were Watching God
The Duncan Book Group meets on the third Wednesday of each month. (More Info)

Saturday, February 22 at 12:30 p.m.
From Slavery to Concert Hall
Learn about how former enslaved people inspired the world through music, theater, art and dance. (More Info)

Wednesday, February 26 at 3:30 p.m.
Hidden in the Stars: Celebrating Women in Science
Join us as we celebrate the opening of Women's History Month. We're taking to the stars and talking about the achievements of women in engineering and space! (More Info)