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CHARLES E. BEATLEY, JR. CENTRAL LIBRARY

Hours & Location

Mon, Dec 02 Closed
(Construction work)
Tue, Dec 03 Closed
(Construction work)
Wed, Dec 04 Closed
(Construction work)
Thu, Dec 05 Closed
(Construction work)
Fri, Dec 06 Closed
(Construction work)
Sat, Dec 07 Closed
(Construction work)
Sun, Dec 08 Closed
(Construction work)
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Address
5005 Duke Street
Alexandria, VA 22304
Tel: 703.746.1702
Fax: 703.746.1763
About the branch

Parking: The library has a large parking lot with 175 spaces.

Public Transit:

  • Metrorail: King Street Station (Yellow & Blue Lines 3.2 miles); Van Dorn Station (Blue Line 2.1 miles)
  • Metrobus: 29K/N, 21C
  • DASH Bus: 30, 32

For reasonable disability accommodation, contact jgregorio@alexlibraryva.org or call 703.746.1701 or TTY 703.746.1790.

Upcoming Events
Cancelled
1s and 2s Time - Tiempo para niños de 1 y 2
Wed, Dec 04, 10:30am - 11:05am
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for your active, growing little ones! Ages 1-2.
Cancelled
1s and 2s Time - Tiempo para niños de 1 y 2
Wed, Dec 04, 11:30am - 12:05pm
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for your active, growing little ones! Ages 1-2.
Cancelled
English Language Learning (ELL 2) Workshop - Intermediate Conversation
Wed, Dec 04, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
This volunteer-led workshop provides a space for intermediate speakers to practice English and build confidence. No registration required.
Cancelled
Baby Bounce - for babies 0-12 months and their caretaker(s) - ¡Que salten los bebés!
Thu, Dec 05, 1:15pm - 2:00pm
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.
Cancelled
Handcraft Crafternoon
Thu, Dec 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Attention all handcrafters! Join us to share what you are working on, see what others are creating, and just chat while we craft together!
Cancelled
Girls Who Code (ages 8-12) - Aprendamos a programar
Thu, Dec 05, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Join us as we learn coding basics with the support of a professional computer programmer. No prior coding knowledge necessary. Ages 8-12.
I'm A Poet And I Know It: Creative Writing Workshop
Sat, Dec 07, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Join KaNikki Jakarta, the first Black Poet Laureate of Alexandria, for a creative writing workshop and open mic. Teens-Adults.
Board Game Cafe - Café con juegos de mesa
Sat, Dec 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Check out the Library’s 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
Information Security - Keep Yourself Safe Online
Mon, Dec 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Large Meeting Room
Join us for this presentation on avoiding scams and keeping your personal and financial information safe.
Cancelled
Storytime in the Reading Garden - Even When It's Cold! - Cuentos en el jardín de lectura
Mon, Dec 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
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.
English Language Learning (ELL 2) Workshop - Intermediate Conversation
Mon, Dec 09, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Small Conference Room
This volunteer-led workshop provides a space for intermediate speakers to practice English and build confidence. No registration required.
Cancelled
Playtime! Even When It's Cold! - ¡Hora de jugar!
Tue, Dec 10, 11:00am - 11:45am
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.
Tuesday We Play (ages 5-12) - Martes de juegos (De 5 a 12 años)
Tue, Dec 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Join us for a play hour to build, create, and explore! Ages 5-12. Kids under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Únete a nosotros en una hora de juego para construir, crear y explorar. De 5 a 12 años.
1s and 2s Time - Tiempo para niños de 1 y 2
Wed, Dec 11, 10:30am - 11:05am
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for your active, growing little ones! Ages 1-2.
1s and 2s Time - Tiempo para niños de 1 y 2
Wed, Dec 11, 11:30am - 12:05pm
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for your active, growing little ones! Ages 1-2.
Paws to Read
Wed, Dec 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Story Room
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.
English Language Learning (ELL 2) Workshop - Intermediate Conversation
Wed, Dec 11, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Small Conference Room
This volunteer-led workshop provides a space for intermediate speakers to practice English and build confidence. No registration required.
Knit Nite! - A knitting club for kids ages 8-18.
Wed, Dec 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Learn to knit under the guidance of experienced knitters. All supplies will be provided. Ages 8-18.
Baby Bounce - for babies 0-12 months and their caretaker(s) - ¡Que salten los bebés!
Thu, Dec 12, 1:15pm - 2:00pm
Large Meeting Room
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.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Dec 12, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Large Meeting Room
Join Miss Amy for stories, songs, movement, and activities just right for preschool children. Ages 3-5 with adult.
Tai Chi at Beatley Library - Balance Your Mind and Body
Thu, Dec 12, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Large Meeting Room
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.
Girls Who Code (ages 8-12) - Aprendamos a programar
Thu, Dec 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Join us as we learn coding basics with the support of a professional computer programmer. No prior coding knowledge necessary. Ages 8-12.
Teen Advisory Group
Thu, Dec 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Come let your voice be heard! Attending a T.A.G meeting will count as one hour of community service. You can also learn about upcoming community service activities. Grades 6-12.
Wrap It Green - DIY Sustainable Gift Wrapping Kits
Sat, Dec 14, All day
Take home kits available starting December 14 at the Circulation Desk. While supplies last. Limit one per family.
Toy Swap
Sat, Dec 14, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Large Meeting Room
Bring in your gently used toys and games for kids and teens and swap them for something new to you. All Ages.
Board Game Cafe - Café con juegos de mesa
Sat, Dec 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Check out the Library’s 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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