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Monday 10am - 7pm Tuesday 10am - 7pm Wednesday 10am - 7pm Thursday 10am - 7pm Friday 10am - 5pm Saturday 10am - 5pm Sunday 1pm - 5pm

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This is the official page for Alexandria Library in Alexandria, VA. Alexandria's public library since 1937. LL34)

Alexandria Library - Branch Acronyms:
CEN = Beatley Central (5005 Duke St)
BAR = Barrett Branch (717 Queen St)
BUR = Burke Branch (4701 Seminary Rd)
DUN = Duncan Branch (2501 Commonwealth Ave)
LH/SC = Local History/Special Collections (717 Queen St)
LAW = Law Library (520 King St.

10/29/2026

There's still time to sign up to join us on our "spirited" ride through Alexandria this Halloween! On Saturday, October 31, 2026 the Alexandria Library will host its annual bicycle fun-ride to all Library branches. Visit our website to register. Link in bio. 👻🚲

10/28/2026

Join us the first Wednesday of every month for a relaxing session led by David Kosar with Yoga in Daily Life! 😌 We will learn methods, practices, and techniques to help guide you through yogic philosophy. Link to receive the Zoom invitation in our bio.

10/28/2026

Join us this Sunday at Duncan for Oddball Cinema! 🎞️ We'll be screening the 2022 mockumentary 'Clairevoyant,' suitable for general audiences. 🎥

10/27/2026

RSVP to join us Monday for a special story time geared toward littles with sensory needs. 📚 A relaxing and engaging story time, full of songs, stories, and adventure, followed by sensory playtime with Ms. Naomi! Bring whatever you need to feel comfortable. For ages 2-8. 🦋 Link in bio.

10/26/2026

Join us for a spook-tacular time at Alex Library this Halloween week! 🎃️ Visit our Events page to view the full schedule and RSVP. 👻

10/23/2026

Barrett's annual Pumpkin Decorating Contest voting begins today! 🎃 Visit our Queen Street branch to view this year's staff-created contestants and cast your vote now through October 28!

10/22/2026

Celebrate the spooky season with slightly scary stories for the whole family! 🎃👻
While all ages are invited, please note that the spookiness level of some stories may be more appealing to participants who are elementary-school age or older. Gentler stories will be told at the beginning of the program, while more spine-tingling tales will be reserved for later.

10/21/2026

Join author and intuitive teacher Amy Strauss for an engaging workshop exploring the Six Intuitive Archetypes through stories, reflection, conversation, and simple experiential exercises.
You will leave with:
✨A deeper understanding of your intuitive style
✨Practical ways to recognize and trust your inner guidance
✨A fresh perspective on how intuition shows up in everyday life
Register to attend, link in bio.

10/19/2026

We have another great week ahead at Alex Library! Click the link in our bio or visit our Events page to view the full calendar and RSVP for events.

10/19/2026

Bring small appliances, electronics and furniture in need of repair, and watches in need of new batteries. We'll have volunteer coaches at the Barrett Branch to help try to get them in working again. Register to receive updates. Link in bio.

Address

Administration/5005 Duke Street
Alexandria, VA
22304

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 7pm
Tuesday	10am - 7pm
Wednesday	10am - 7pm
Thursday	10am - 7pm
Friday	10am - 5pm
Saturday	10am - 5pm
Sunday	1pm - 5pm

Website

http://alexlibraryva.org/, https://alexlibraryva.start.page/

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