Thank you to everyone who joined us yesterday at Local History/Special Collections to celebrate LGBTQ+ History Month. Local historian Amy Bertsch shared her fascinating research into the inspiring story of Hannah Nokes.

Like the idea of journaling but not the actual writing? Have a problem with keeping your notes and movie tickets for too long? Solve both problems with junk journaling! 📓♻️ Ages 14-18. No RSVP required. Materials and examples provided.

Shop over 10,000 books, CDs, and DVDs covering a variety of genres next week at the Burke Branch Friends Book Sale! Learn how to become a member and shop early here: burke-branch-friends.mailchimpsites.com/join

Our American Girl Doll® lending program is back with three new dolls! 🌸 You can check out a doll kit, which includes a book, pajamas, a brush, and more. Check one out today at the Beatley Central Reference Desk! 💝Click the link below to see all of the available dolls and learn more.

We have tons of fun and exciting programs happening this week at Alex Library! Join us for book talks, crafts, board games, and our Annual Fall Fest at Duncan! 🍁 View our full calendar and RSVP on our Events page by clicking the link below. 📅

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our annual Hispanic Heritage Fiesta! 🎉 The Reading Garden was filled with music, food, and fun for everyone! 🎶 A special thank you to our food vendors, performers, and all of our vendors who shared valuable resources. We'll see you again next year!

Thank you for celebrating with us!

Stop by and pick yours up today! *pumpkin spice not included*

All Alexandria Library branches will be closed, Monday, October 12 in observance of Indigenous Peoples' Day.

Thank you to everyone who joined us last night for Amplifying Teen Voices with The CHAT! 💬✨ We were blown away by the insightful discussions and perspectives shared by our teen community members on the issues that matter most to them and their peers. Link to more pictures below.

Bring your projects or use supplies from our arts and crafts library to create something new! Coffee, tea, and art supplies are provided. Ages 13-18. Every second and fourth Tuesday of the month. This is a drop-in event; no RSVP is required.

Our 2026 Library Cat, Chance, is now a collectable sticker! 🐈 Grab yours at the Beatley Reference desk! Want to take him home IRL? 😻 He is still adoptable from King Street Cats!

October is LGBTQ+ History Month. 🏳️‍🌈 Join us for a special event featuring local historian Amy Bertsch. Amy will share the story of Hannah Nokes, an African American transgender woman who made headlines in 1933 when she testified in a high-profile murder trial. RSVP link below.