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EQUITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

Alexandria Library
Alexandria Library
Alexandria Library
Alexandria Library
Alexandria Library
Alexandria Library

 

DATABASES

  • Contemporary Women's Issues
    Coverage of topics relevant to women around the world, including civil rights, health, education, professional development, and entrepreneurship.

  • Diversity Studies
    Explores cultural differences, contributions and influences in the global community. This collection includes more than 2.7 million articles from 150 journals, updated daily.

  • Gender Studies
    Offers access to scholarly journals and magazines covering topics including gender studies, family and marital issues, and more.

  • Religion and Philosophy
    Researchers will gain valuable insight about the impact religion has had on culture throughout history, including literature, arts, and language.

EVENTS
SEPTEMBER English Language Learning (ELL) 1 Workshop - Beginner Conversation
Thu, Sep 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
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.
French Conversation Club
Sat, Sep 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Board Room
Ages 14+. Develop and exercise your French conversation skills.
English Language Learning (ELL)
Mon, Sep 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
English practice for English language learners. No registration is needed. Class is held in the Burke Branch Meeting Room
SEPTEMBER English Language Learning (ELL) 2 Workshop - Intermediate Conversation
Mon, Sep 22, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Small Conference Room
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.
SEPTEMBER English Language Learning (ELL) 1 Workshop - Beginner Conversation
Tue, Sep 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
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.
Convierte tus Monedas a Dolares - Talleres de educación financiera
Tue, Sep 23, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
INFORMES DECRÉDITO Y PUNTAJES DE CRÉDITO
Stitcher's Space - Sew, quilt, knit, crochet, embroider! Every Wednesday!
Wed, Sep 24, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Enjoy weekly sessions with other fiber artists. Bring and share your projects, and see others. Quilting tutorials will be provided on the first Wednesday of every month. No registration is required.
SEPTEMBER English Language Learning (ELL) 2 Workshop - Intermediate Conversation
Wed, Sep 24, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Small Conference Room
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.
SEPTEMBER English Language Learning (ELL) 1 Workshop - Beginner Conversation
Thu, Sep 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
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.
"The Color Of Law" and "Just Action" - A Virtual Book Talk With Richard Rothstein
Thu, Sep 25, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual - Virtual
Richard Rothstein will discuss his books “The Color of Law: A Forgotten History of How Our Government Segregated America” & “Just Action: How to Challenge Segregation Enacted Under the Color of Law.”Register
Cancelled
English Language Learning (ELL)
Mon, Sep 29, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
English practice for English language learners. No registration is needed. Class is held in the Burke Branch Meeting Room
SEPTEMBER English Language Learning (ELL) 2 Workshop - Intermediate Conversation
Mon, Sep 29, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Small Conference Room
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.
Convierte tus Monedas a Dolares - Talleres de educación financiera
Tue, Sep 30, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
PREVENCIÓN DEL ROBODE IDENTIDAD Y LAS ESTAFAS FINANCIERAS
Stitcher's Space - Sew, quilt, knit, crochet, embroider! Every Wednesday!
Wed, Oct 01, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Enjoy weekly sessions with other fiber artists. Bring and share your projects, and see others. Quilting tutorials will be provided on the first Wednesday of every month. No registration is required.
Period Products 101 - Exploring Reusable and Disposable Options for Young People
Wed, Oct 01, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ms. Moxie's Moon Shop - 102 N. Fayette St.
Calling young minds 9 to 15 years old! Come to Ms. Moxie's Moon Shop to uncover the ins and outs of both disposable and reusable period products. Dads are encouraged to attend!
Nuestra América - Stories of 30 Inspiring Latinas/Latinos Who've Shaped the US
Thu, Oct 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual - Virtual
Smithsonian professionals Adrián Aldaba and Emily Key highlight inspiring stories of Latinos and their incredible contributions to the cultural, social, and political character of the United States.Register
Spanish Conversation Club
Sat, Oct 04, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Ages 14+. Develop and exercise your spanish conversation skills.
English Language Learning (ELL)
Mon, Oct 06, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
English practice for English language learners. No registration is needed. Class is held in the Burke Branch Meeting Room
Banned Books Book Tasting - Get book recommendations and enjoy pastries!
Mon, Oct 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
Kick off Banned Books Week by celebrating the freedom to read with a Banned Books Book Tasting! Recommend your favorites and discover new books to try while eating pastries!
Bilingual Storytime - Hora de cuentos bilingue
Tue, Oct 07, 10:30am - 10:45am
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Youth Services Area
This Hispanic Heritage Month, start your morning with stories, rhymes and songs in English and Spanish!
Convierte tus Monedas a Dolares - Talleres de educación financiera
Tue, Oct 07, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
ESTRATEGIAS PARA AHORRAR
Freedom to Read Bottle Cap Pins
Tue, Oct 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
Show off your Freedom to Read by making a bottle cap pin honoring frequently challenged books and words.
Stitcher's Space - Sew, quilt, knit, crochet, embroider! Every Wednesday!
Wed, Oct 08, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Enjoy weekly sessions with other fiber artists. Bring and share your projects, and see others. Quilting tutorials will be provided on the first Wednesday of every month. No registration is required.
Rescheduled
Hangul for Beginners
Wed, Oct 08, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
New date Thursday, October 23, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Join this 3-part series with certified educator Byul Yim to learn Korean in a fun, small-group setting.
French Conversation Club
Sat, Oct 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Board Room
Ages 14+. Develop and exercise your French conversation skills.
Bilingual Storytime - Hora de cuentos bilingue
Tue, Oct 14, 10:30am - 10:45am
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Youth Services Area
This Hispanic Heritage Month, start your morning with stories, rhymes and songs in English and Spanish!
Stitcher's Space - Sew, quilt, knit, crochet, embroider! Every Wednesday!
Wed, Oct 15, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Enjoy weekly sessions with other fiber artists. Bring and share your projects, and see others. Quilting tutorials will be provided on the first Wednesday of every month. No registration is required.
Coming Together Through Archives - Archiving Underrepresented Virginia History
Thu, Oct 16, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Virtual - Virtual
In celebration of Virginia Archives Month, join us for a virtual panel discussion about archiving underrepresented Virginia history. Register
English Language Learning (ELL)
Mon, Oct 20, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
English practice for English language learners. No registration is needed. Class is held in the Burke Branch Meeting Room
Bilingual Storytime - Hora de cuentos bilingue
Tue, Oct 21, 10:30am - 10:45am
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Youth Services Area
This Hispanic Heritage Month, start your morning with stories, rhymes and songs in English and Spanish!
Empanadas, Pupusas and Greens on the Side - Author Amelia Tseng in Conversation with Canek Aguirre
Tue, Oct 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Join Alexandria Library and Tenants and Workers United to hear from author Amelia Tseng on her recent book "Empanadas, Pupusas and Greens on the Side: Language and Latinidad in the Nation's Capital."
Stitcher's Space - Sew, quilt, knit, crochet, embroider! Every Wednesday!
Wed, Oct 22, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Enjoy weekly sessions with other fiber artists. Bring and share your projects, and see others. Quilting tutorials will be provided on the first Wednesday of every month. No registration is required.
Rescheduled
Hangul for Beginners
Wed, Oct 22, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
New date Thursday, October 30, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Join this 3-part series with certified educator Byul Yim to learn Korean in a fun, small-group setting.
Hangul for Beginners
Thu, Oct 23, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
Join this 3-part series with certified educator Byul Yim to learn Korean in a fun, small-group setting.
English Language Learning (ELL)
Mon, Oct 27, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
English practice for English language learners. No registration is needed. Class is held in the Burke Branch Meeting Room
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Last updated: February 2023