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TEENS

LET YOUR VOICE BE HEARD!

You’re an important part of our community! Join our Teen Advisory Group (TAG) and help make a
difference at the Alexandria Library. Advisory group members can implement new programs,
weigh in on Library decisions, and earn volunteer hours.

Meetings take place on the third Thursday of every month. Interested? Fill out this form.

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READ, WATCH, AND LISTEN

Your Library card gives you access to traditional print materials plus graphic novels, DVDs, Playaways, and tons of digital resources, including streaming movies, music, and eBooks. You might be interested in checking out:

COMICS E-BOOKS & E-AUDIOBOOKS DIGITAL MAGAZINES MOVIES & TV MUSIC
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TEEN BOOKS FOR SEPTEMBER
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TEEN EVENTS
Horror Fans Unite! - A horror club!
Mon, Sep 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor
Do you like scary movies, books, tv shows, or video games? Do you enjoy making horror themed DIY projects? This is the event for you!
SEPTEMBER English Language Learning (ELL) 1 Workshop - Beginner Conversation
Tue, Sep 16, 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.
Duncan and Dragons - REGISTRATION CLOSED
Tue, Sep 16, 5:10pm - 7:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Ongoing campaign. For inquiries about Dungeon and Dragons please contact Josstin Gogue at jgogue@alexlibraryva.org. (Ages 13-19)
Convierte tus Monedas a Dolares - Talleres de educación financiera
Tue, Sep 16, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
PRESUPUESTOS (2NDA PARTE) y CONTROLR DE DEUDAS
Stitcher's Space - Sew, quilt, knit, crochet, embroider! Every Wednesday!
Wed, Sep 17, 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.
International Peace Day Origami - Make a crane for peace
Wed, Sep 17, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Small Conference Room
Commemorate the International Day of Peace by creating an origami crane.
Roll For Initiative: D&D - REGISTRATION CLOSED
Wed, Sep 17, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library
Another installment of Duncan and Dragons with DM Jacob! Ages 10 - 18
SEPTEMBER English Language Learning (ELL) 2 Workshop - Intermediate Conversation
Wed, Sep 17, 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.
Book a Librarian - Applications Assistance
Thu, Sep 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Schedule time with a librarian on Thursday mornings to receive help with applications. Appointments are available at 10 AM and 11 AM. Please call 703-746-1721 to schedule an appointment.
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.
TCG Library League
Thu, Sep 18, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Come learn and play Magic: The Gathering or Pokemon TCG!
Summer Film Series - "KPop Demon Hunters" (Sing-Along Edition)
Fri, Sep 19, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
Please join us for a sing-along edition of the 2025 animated film.
Grand Gaming Melee - Alexandria-Arlington Regional Gaming Group (AARGGH)
Sat, Sep 20, 10:30am - 4:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
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. Register
Fall Scarf Swap
Sat, Sep 20, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Story Room
Get rid of a few unwanted scarfs. Then come, dig, and leave with a few new-to-you treasures!
Book Journaling Meetup
Sat, Sep 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Join us to work on your book journal and share with others what you've added and read!
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.
Avenue Ambition - Crafting Your Creative Career
Mon, Sep 22, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Ages 12-18. Develop tools and skills to create, market, and sell your original artwork in this 10-week series.
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.
Avenue Ambition Artist Showcase
Mon, Sep 22, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Join teen Avenue Ambition participants for this arts and crafts vendor fair showcasing their growth and hard work.
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.
Duncan and Dragons - REGISTRATION CLOSED
Tue, Sep 23, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Ongoing campaign. For inquiries about Dungeon and Dragons please contact Josstin Gogue at jgogue@alexlibraryva.org. (Ages 13-19)
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
Eco:mmunion - Conversations to Sustain People and Planet
Tue, Sep 23, 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Looking for a space to talk about climate change and the things affected that we love? Join us for a monthly discussion focused on a relevant topic. Register to receive the materials suggestions.
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.
Roll For Initiative: D&D - REGISTRATION CLOSED
Wed, Sep 24, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library
Another installment of Duncan and Dragons with DM Jacob! Ages 10 - 18
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.
Book a Librarian - Applications Assistance
Thu, Sep 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
Schedule time with a librarian on Thursday mornings to receive help with applications. Appointments are available at 10 AM and 11 AM. Please call 703-746-1721 to schedule an appointment.
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Last updated: March 2025