SummerQuest Jr. (ages 0 to 5)
No registration required, but please arrive early as space is limited. Children must be accompanied by their caregivers.
BEATLEY CENTRAL Oh, Susannah! Monday, June 27, 10:30 & 11:30 AM
Toddler Dance Party Monday, July 25, 10:30 & 11:30 AM
Groovy Nate Tuesday, August 2, 11 AM
Come dance and play with us in this special program devoted to music and movement. (Ages 0-5 with caregivers)
Join Nate for a unique blend of music, puppet skits, interactive movement, and comedy. (Ages 2 and up with caregivers)
Uncle Devin Monday, August 8, 10:30 AM
Kofi Dennis: Baby Artsplay Thursday, August 4, 11 AM
Come dance and play with us in this special program devoted to music and movement. (Ages 0-5 with caregivers)
Have fun with Uncle Devin in this live interactive musical experience that uses percussion instruments to cultivate children’s minds. (Ages 0-5 with caregivers)
Drummer, storyteller, singer and dancer Kofi Dennis performs his Wolftrap Baby Artsplay program full of music, movement and drama. (Ages 0-5 with caregivers)
Groovy Nate Wednesday, July 6, 10:30 AM
BARRETT BRANCH
Inside/Outside Days Tuesday, August 9 and Wednesday, August 10, 10 AM
Dance and sing with Susannah’s fun blend of familiar favorites and lively original tunes that are perfect for little ones! (Ages 0-5 with caregivers)
Toddler Dance Party Wednesday, June 29, 10:30 & 11:30 AM
Join Nate for a unique blend of music, puppet skits, interactive movement, and comedy. (Ages 0-5 with caregivers)
Rainbow Puppets Monday, July 11, 10:30 & 11:30 AM
Enjoy this fun and energetic puppet show that is great for little ones. (Ages 0-5 with caregivers)
Uno, Dos, Tres, Con Andres! Wednesday, July 20, 10:30 AM Join Andres for a bilingual musical performance just for little ones. (Ages 0-5 with caregivers)
Barefoot Puppets Presents: Ooey Gooey Puppetry Friday, July 22, 10:30 AM Come be entertained with this lively puppet show featuring classical characters in sticky situations. (Ages 0-5 with caregivers)
The Great Zucchini Tuesday, June 28, 4 PM
This premier magician for the preschool crowd presents an interactive magic show full of laughs and antics! (Ages 2 and up with caregivers)
Rocknoceros Tuesday, July 12, 3 PM
Bop along to this award-winning trio’s fun and original tunes that are perfect for the whole family. (Ages 2 and up with caregivers)
Dance Party Thursday, July 14, 11 AM
Our annual dance party with great music, scarves, shakers and more. (Ages 2 and up with caregivers)
Kaydee Puppets Thursday, July 21, 11 AM
The always popular local company presents a double feature of “Bunny Tales” and “Fancy Cat’s New Adventure.” (Ages 2 and up with caregivers)
Peter McCory & His One Man Band Thursday, July 28, 11 AM
Sing and dance along with Peter McCory, the amazing one man band! (Ages 2 and up with caregivers)
Come and play! We will have a Baby Obstacle Course indoors from 10:00am-12:00pm. (Ages 0-23 months) We will have sidewalk chalk, bubbles and other fun on the lawn from 11:00am-12:00pm. (Ages 2 and up)
Uno, Dos, Tres, Con Andres! Thursday, August 11, 11 AM Join Andres for a bilingual musical performance just for little ones featuring Latin American music and culture. (Ages 2 and up with caregivers)
BURKE BRANCH Rocknoceros Tuesday, June 28, 11 AM
Bop along to this award-winning trio’s fun and original tunes that are perfect for the whole family. (Ages 0-5 with caregivers)
Baby Obstacle Course Wednesday, June 29, 11 AM
Come and see if your baby is up to the Obstacle Course Challenge! Crawling tunnels, ball pit and other fun for our youngest friends. (Ages 0-18 months with caregivers)
Animal Tracks with Naturalist Jane Yeingst Thursday, June 30, 7 PM
Brixalot Wednesday, July 27, 11 AM Brixalot brings us a super-size collection of Duplos to build with. (Ages 2-5 with caregivers)
Whose track is that? Decipher which tracks belong to which animal and learn how these tracks give clues to animal behavior. (Ages 3-7 with caregivers)
Peter McCory & His One Man Band Tuesday, July 5, 11 AM
Sing and dance along with Peter McCory, the amazing one man band! (Ages 0-5 with caregivers)
Oh, Susannah! Wednesday, July 6, 11 AM
Dance and sing with Susannah’s fun blend of familiar favorites and lively original tunes that are perfect for little ones! (Ages 0-5 with caregivers)
Movie Screening: Minions (PG) Friday, July 8, 2 PM
Minions Stuart, Kevin and Bob are recruited by Scarlet Overkill, a supervillain who hatches a plot to take over the world. (All ages)
Toddler Dance Party Tuesday, July 12, 11 AM
Come dance and play with us in this special program devoted to music and movement. (Ages 0-5 with caregivers)
Kaydee Puppets Tuesday, July 19, 11 AM
The always popular local company presents a double feature of “3 Billy Goats Gruff” and “The Princess & The Pea.” (Ages 2-5 with caregivers)
WETA Presents: Music & Singing Thursday, July 28, 7 PM Kofi Dennis: Baby Artsplay Wednesday, July 20, 11 AM Drummer, storyteller, singer and dancer Kofi Dennis performs his Wolftrap Baby Artsplay program full of music, movement and drama. (Ages 0-5 with caregivers)
Book Time with Ronald McDonald Thursday, July 21, 7 PM
Ronald uses magic, games, puppetry and storytelling elements to make reading fun, and to encourage kids to read. (Ages 3-7 with caregivers)
Movie Screening: The Peanuts Movie (R) Friday, July 22, 2 PM
Snoopy embarks upon his greatest mission as he and his team take to the skies to pursue their arch-nemesis, while his best pal Charlie Brown begins his own epic quest back home to win the love of his life. (All ages)
The Great Zucchini Tuesday, July 26, 11 AM
This premier magician for the preschool crowd presents an interactive magic show full of laughs and antics! (Ages 2 -5 with caregivers)
Using Sesame Street and Barney as a model, this workshop shows fun ways to integrate more music and rhythm into daily life. (Ages 3-7 with caregivers)
Atumpan Presents: Music, Morality Tales & Me Tuesday, August 2, 11 AM Experience traditional music, dance, & folklore that reinforce good morals. (Ages 0-5 with caregivers)
Movie Screening: Inside Out (PG) Friday, August 5, 2 PM
After young Riley is uprooted from her Midwest life and moved to San Francisco, her emotions - Joy, Fear, Anger, Disgust and Sadness - conflict on how best to navigate a new city, house, and school. (All ages)
Uno, Dos, Tres Con Andres! Tuesday, August 9, 11 AM
Join Andres for a bilingual musical performance just for little ones featuring Latin American music and culture. (Ages 0-5 with caregivers)
DUNCAN BRANCH Peter McCory - The One Man Band Thursday, June 30, 10 AM & 11 AM
Sing and dance along with Peter McCory, the amazing one-man band! Please join us for either the 10am or 11am show. (Ages 0-5 with caregivers)
Tracey Eldridge Thursday, July 7, 10 & 11 AM Spark imagination and nurture selfesteem through songs, movement, puppetry, stories, sign language and interactive games. Please join us at either 10am or 11am. (Ages 0-5 with caregivers)
Rocknoceros Tuesday, July 12, 10 & 11 AM
Bop along to this award-winning trio’s fun and original tunes that are perfect for the whole family. Please join us for either 10am or 11am. (Ages 0-5 with caregivers)
Great Zucchini Thursday, July 14, 10 & 11 AM
This premier magician for the preschool crowd presents an interactive magic show full of laughs and antics! Please join us for either 10am or 11am show. (Ages 2-5 with caregivers)
Dog, Story, Craft Saturday, July 16, 10 AM
Meet a friendly dog and work on a special craft with an Operation PAWS For Homes volunteer. (All ages)
Kofi Dennis: Baby Artsplay Thursday, July 21, 10 & 11 AM
Uncle Devin Thursday, August 4, 10 & 11 AM
Sing Books With Emily Tuesday, July 26, 10 & 11 AM
Mad Science ABCs Thursday, August 11, 10 & 11 AM
Drummer, storyteller, singer and dancer Kofi Dennis performs his Wolftrap Baby Artsplay program full of music, movement and drama. Please join us for either 10am or 11am show. (Ages 0-5 with caregivers)
Vocalist Emily presents a musical grab bag with accompanying instruments including limberjacks, guitar, kazoo, glockenspiel and foot percussion. Please join us for either 10am or 11am. (Ages 0-5 with caregivers)
Have fun with Uncle Devin in this live interactive musical experience that uses percussion instruments to cultivate children’s minds. Please join us for either 10am or 11am. (Ages 0-5 with caregivers)
Learn the science behind magic, and explore the chemistry of slime and styrofoam. Please join us for either 10am or 11am. (Ages 2-5 with caregivers)
Barefoot Puppets Presents: Ooey Gooey Puppetry Saturday, August 13, 10:30 AM A lively puppet show featuring classical characters that end up in stick situations! (Ages 3-5 with caregivers)
SummerQuest (ages 6 to 12)
No registration required, but please arrive early as space is limited.
BARRETT BRANCH
BEATLEY CENTRAL SummerQuest Kick-Off Party Monday, June 27, 2 PM
Start off summer with fun crafts, games, and snacks. You may even win a prize! (All ages)
Reptile Guys Tuesday, June 28, 2 PM
Come meet amazing live reptiles and learn all about them from an expert! (Ages 6-12 only)
Shazam Magic Thursday, June 30, 2 PM
Be amazed and astounded at this magic show just for kids! (Ages 6-12 only)
Maker Camp Tuesday, July 5, Thursday, July 14, Tuesday, July 26, Tuesday, August 9, and Thursday, August 11, 2 PM; Tuesday, July 5, Tuesday, July 19, and Tuesday, August 2, 7 PM
Join us as we explore STEAM concepts each week with hands-on high-tech and low-tech activities and challenges. Class size limited to 20 children. (Ages 6-12 only)
Under the Sea Thursday, July 7, 2 PM
Come see amazing live sea animals and learn all about ocean life with a marine biologist. (Ages 6-12 only)
Rocknoceros Saturday, July 9, 11 AM
Bop along to this award-winning trio’s fun and original tunes that are perfect for the whole family. (All ages)
Magician Joe Romano Tuesday, July 12, 2 PM
Joe’s astounding show of magic, illusion, and comedy is sure to amaze all! (Ages 6-12 only)
Mad Science: Marvels of Motion Tuesday, July 19, 2 PM
Learn about moving science in this interactive show featuring alien antennae, space age rocket packs, and your favorite Olympic sports! (Ages 6-12 only)
Mobile Art Lab Thursday, July 21, 2 PM and Thursday, August 4, 7 PM
The City of Alexandria’s Mobile Art Lab will be stopping by to inspire creativity and creation with innovative and traditional art supplies and equipment. (Ages 5 and up)
Kofi Dennis Saturday, July 23, 11 AM
Drummer, storyteller, and dancer Kofi Dennis introduces us to West African culture with songs, stories, and drum rhythms. (All ages)
Juggling Funny Stories with Chris Fascione Thursday, July 28, 2 PM
Join comedian, juggler, mime, and storyteller Chris for a hilarious oneman show! (Ages 6-12 only)
Movie Screening: Minions (PG) Saturday, July 30, 11 AM
Escape the heat and come watch Minions on our big screen! (All ages)
Safari Bingo Saturday, August 13, 11 AM
Friendly clown Safari Bingo entertains us with comedy and her menagerie of amazing animals including a dancing dog, racing hamsters, and an African hedgehog! (All ages)
Mad Science Thursday, June 30, 4 PM
Be astounded as science is brought to life with lots of fizzes, bangs, and booms! Learn the science behind magic, and explore the chemistry of slime and styrofoam. (Ages 3-12)
Under the Sea Tuesday, July 19, 4 PM
Come see amazing live sea animals and learn all about ocean life with a marine biologist. (Ages 3-12)
Brixalot Tuesday, July 26, 2 PM and Tuesday, August 9, 2 PM
Lots and lots and LOTS of Legos & Duplos—come play! (Ages 3-12)
Blue Sky Puppets Wednesday, August 10, 4 PM Little Red, Yellow, and Blue want to win Dr. Broccoli’s talent contest in this fun filled, sing along show. (Ages 3-12)
BURKE BRANCH Crafty Critters: Live Animal Show with Bar C Monday, June 27, 4 PM
Meet a hedgehog, make a hedgehog! This fun show allows kids to meet a live hedgehog and make a hedgehog craft (Ages 6-12 only)
Reptiles Alive Thursday, July 7, 4 PM
Learn snake secrets and laugh at our lizard stories and turtle tales. Featured animals may include a boa or python, tortoise, lizards and other amazing animals. (Ages 6-12 only)
Food, Culture & Reading Thursday, July 14, 4 PM Explore, cook and taste foods from cultures from around the world. (Ages 5 and up with caregivers)
BURKE BRANCH (cont’d) The Butterfly Guy Monday, July 18, 5:30 PM
Learn about butterflies’ habits and habitats. Bring a t-shirt to design with dye sprays, plants, and butterfly cut outs. First twenty registrants receive a free t-shirt to decorate. Call 703-7461773 to register. (Ages 6-12 only)
Under the Sea Thursday, July 21, 4 PM
Let’s Build with Legos Tuesday, August 9, 5 PM
Use your creativity, imagination and hands to build cool lego structures. Legos provided. No registration required. (Ages 5 and up)
DUNCAN BRANCH Minecraft Art Monday, June 27, 3:30 PM
Come see amazing live sea animals and learn all about ocean life with a marine biologist. (Ages 6-12 only)
Create your own Creeper or design a fortress with the supplies provided. (Ages 6-12 only)
Mobile Art Lab Monday, July 25, 4 PM and Thursday, August 11, 4 PM
Mobile Art Lab Wednesday, June 29 and Wednesday, August 10, 3:30 PM
The City of Alexandria’s Mobile Art Lab will be stopping by to inspire creativity and creation with innovative and traditional art supplies and equipment. (Ages 5 and up)
Juggling Funny Stories with Chris Fascione Thursday, July 28, 4 PM
Join comedian, juggler, mime, and storyteller Chris for a hilarious oneman show! (Ages 6-12 only)
Youth Voices Wednesday, August 3, 4 PM
The City of Alexandria’s Mobile Art Lab will be stopping by to inspire creativity and creation with innovative and traditional art supplies and equipment. (Ages 6-12 only)
Cool Casual Cursive Wednesday, July 6, 3:30 PM
Fun introduction to cursive. Personalized instruction. Registration required. (Ages 8-12 only)
Deconstruction Zone Wednesday, July 13, 3:30 PM
Come create a one minute video clip & bring out your inner superstar! (Ages 8-12 only)
Discover how things work and turn them into something new. Grab some tools, dissect some toys and make your own creation. Registration required. (Ages 10-14 only)
Barefoot Puppets Presents Galapagos George Thursday, August 4, 4 PM
Butterfly Guy Monday, July 18, 3:30 PM
An uplifting, eco-tale based on a true story about a one-of-a kind tortoise from the Galapagos Islands. (Ages 6-12 only)
Mad Science Monday, August 8, 4 PM
Be astounded as science is brought to life with lots of fizzes, bangs, and booms! (Ages 6-12 only)
Learn about butterflies’ habits and habitats. Youth will also design their own butterfly T-shirt with dye sprays, plants, and butterfly cut outs. Supplies provided. Registration required by July 12 at noon, include t-shirt size. (Ages 6-12 only)
Elephant & Piggie Celebration Wednesday, July 20, 3:30 PM Participate in Readers Theatre and other fun activities based on the Elephant & Piggie books by Mo Willems. (Ages 5-9 only)
Science Fair Intro: Session 1 Thursday, July 21, 2 PM Join Alexandria 4-H to learn how to present a Science Fair Project. This is the first of a three part series that will culminate with a Science Fair. Registration required. Participants must attend all three sessions. (Science Fair Prep: Session 2 on Thursday, Aug. 4 & Science Fair Presentation: Session 3 on Thursday, Aug. 11.) (Ages 9-18 only)
Design Your Own Map of the United States Wednesday, July 27, 3:30 PM Maps are cool! After discussing several special-purpose maps, design your own personalized map of the United States. Include places you’ve been or where you want to go. (Ages 8-12 only)
Indoor Sports Wednesday, August 3, 3:30 PM Come hang out, do a sports craft, and play indoor versions of your favorite sports. (Ages 6-12 only)
Science Fair Prep: Session 2 Thursday, August 4, 2 PM This is the second of a three part series that will culminate with a Science Fair. Registration required. Participants must attend all three sessions. (Ages 9-18 only)
Fantasy Butterfly Hangers Monday, August 8, 3:30 PM
Make a fantasy butterfly mobile hanger and learn about butterflies. Weather permitting tour the Butterfly Garden. Registration required. (Ages 6-12 only)
Science Fair Presentation: Session 3 Thursday, August 11, 2 PM This is the second of a three part series that will culminate with a Science Fair. Registration required. Participants must attend all three sessions. (Ages 9-18 only)
SummerQuest Partnership Programs Mad Science Monday, July 11, 2 PM at Charles Houston Recreation Center, 901 Wythe Street
Be astounded as science is brought to life with lots of fizzes, bangs, and booms! (Ages 5-12)
Mad Science Wednesday, July 13, 11 AM at William Ramsay Recreation Center, 5650 Sanger Avenue Be astounded as science is brought to life with lots of fizzes, bangs, and booms! (Ages 5-12)
Mad Science Wednesdsay, July 13, 2 PM at Patrick Henry Recreation Center, 4625 Taney Avenue
Be astounded as science is brought to life with lots of fizzes, bangs, and booms! (Ages 5-12)
Magician Joe Romano Monday, July 11, 3:30 PM at Mount Vernon Recreation Center, 2701 Commonwealth Avenue Be amazed by Joe’s awesome blend of magic and comedy. (Ages 6-12)
Kofi Dennis Monday, July 25, 3:30 PM at Mount Vernon Recreation Center, 2701 Commonwealth Avenue Drummer, storyteller, singer, and dancer Kofi Dennis introduces us to West African culture with songs, games, and drum rhythms. (Ages 6-12)
Mad Science Friday, July 29, 11 AM at Charles Barrett Recreation Center, 1115 Martha Custis Drive Be astounded as science is brought to life with lots of fizzes, bangs, and booms! (Ages 5-12)
Mad Science Friday, July 29, 2 PM at Nannie J. Lee Recreation Center, 1108 Jefferson Street
Be astounded as science is brought to life with lots of fizzes, bangs, and booms! (Ages 5-12)
Great Pirate Race! Monday, August 1, 11 AM at Cora Kelly Recreation Center, 25 W. Reed Avenue
Experience this interactive show with giant board game, music, magic, puzzles and puppets. (Ages 6-12)
Great Pirate Race! Monday, August 1, 3:30 PM at Mount Vernon Recreation Center, 2701 Commonwealth Avenue
Experience this interactive show with giant board game, music, magic, puzzles and puppets. (Ages 6-12)
Mad Science Wednesday, August 3, 2 PM at Cora Kelly Recreation Center, 25 W. Reed Avenue
Be astounded as science is brought to life with lots of fizzes, bangs, and booms! (Ages 5-12)
Juggling Funny Stories with Chris Fascione Friday, July 29, 2 PM at Cora Kelly Recreation Center, 25 W. Reed Avenue
Join comedian, juggler, mime, and storyteller Chris for a hilarious oneman show! (Ages 6-12)
Duncan Teen Advisory Board Thursday, June 30; Friday, July 22; and Tuesday, August 2, 4:15 PM
Teens plan programs for teens, make suggestions on YA books & media and make displays. Teens fill out an application and attend orientation to be on the TAB. Teens may observe a TAB meeting before applying. (Ages 12-18 only)
Duncan Intro To Dungeons & Dragons Saturday, July 2, 1 PM Teen Dungeons and Dragons program. Players of all experience levels welcome. (Ages 12-18 only)
Duncan Teen Robotics Challenge Friday, July 8, 4 PM and Saturday, August 6, 1 PM
Work with a roboticist to develop your own unique robotic creation. Compete for bragging rights. No experience necessary. Registration required. (Ages 12-18 only)
Duncan Teen Computer Coding Thursday, July 14, 3 PM
Special computer program for teens. Space limited. Registration required. (Ages 12-18 only)
Alexandria Library Branch Locations and Hours Charles E. Beatley, Jr. Central Library 5005 Duke Street, 22304 Tel: 703.746.1702 Monday-Thursday: 10 am - 9 pm Friday: 10 am - 6 pm Saturday: 10 am - 5 pm Sunday: 1 pm - 5 pm Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library 717 Queen Street, 22314 Tel: 703.746.1703 Monday: 1 pm - 9 pm Tuesday: 10 am - 9 pm Wednesday & Thursday: 10 am - 7 pm Friday: 10 am - 6 pm Saturday: 10 am - 5 pm Sunday: 1 pm - 5 pm* Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library 4701 Seminary Road, 22304 Tel: 703.746.1704 Monday: 10 am - 9 pm Tuesday & Wednesday: 10 am - 7 pm Thursday: 1 pm - 9 pm Friday: 10 am - 6 pm Saturday: 10 am - 5 pm Sunday: 1 pm - 5 pm* James M. Duncan, Jr. Branch Library 2501 Commonwealth Avenue, 22301 Tel: 703.746.1705 Monday: 10 am - 9 pm Tuesday: 10 am - 7 pm Wednesday: 1 pm - 9 pm Thursday: 10 am - 7 pm Friday: 10 am - 6 pm Saturday: 10 am - 5 pm Sunday: 1 pm - 5 pm* *Sunday hours at Barrett Branch, Burke Branch, and Duncan Branch will become effective on Sunday, July 10, 2016.
SummerQuest is made possible through a generous grant from the Friends of Beatley Central Library, Friends of Barrett Library, Friends of Burke Library, and Friends of Duncan Library. SummerQuest Jr. is made possible through a generous grant from the James M. Duncan, Jr. Library Foundation, Inc. Visit Alexandria Library, its website (www.alexandria.lib.va.us), Facebook (AlexLibraryVA) and Twitter (@alexlibraryva) for more information on this initiative and other programs and services. Supported by: