Kids learning about retail and setting up shop at Alexandria Mall. Please stop in and support our youngest entrepreneurs during this annual event. Open to ages 6-15.
https://www.alexandriamall.com/events/kids-business-market-833/
Minecraft Math Camp (Grades 1–6)
Join us for a fun-filled, interactive Minecraft Math Camp designed specifically for students in grades 1 through 6! This unique camp combines the exciting world of Minecraft with foundational math practice to help students improve their math fact fluency in a creative and engaging environment.
Kick off summer reading with the ultimate combo—cute animals and delicious cupcakes! Join us for a relaxing and fun-filled event where you can cuddle adorable farm animals from Ol' Mel's Farm, decorate (and eat!) tasty cupcakes, and find your next great summer read. Whether you’re here for the sweets, the snuggles, or the stories, this is the perfect way to start your summer reading adventure!
Registration required. See the RPL digital calendar to register. https://rpl.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=186763
IT"S SUMMER!!!!!! Join us for a great time kicking off the summer. Music, stories and crafts! Pick up all the information you need to win prizes during the summer as you read your way to a medal!
Kids, get ready to dive into the colorful world of tie-dyeing using natural dyes! This fun and interactive workshop will introduce young artists to the magic of creating vibrant designs with plant-based dyes made from flowers, fruits, and more. Through simple folding and tying techniques, children will create their own unique tie-dye designs on fabric while learning about the environment and how natural dyes are made.
Join us for a unique and educational experience as the Alexandria Zoo brings the wild to the library! Meet some amazing animal ambassadors and learn fascinating facts about their habitats, behaviors, and conservation efforts. This engaging program offers a rare opportunity to see and learn about exotic animals up close, right here in the library. Perfect for all ages, this event is designed to spark curiosity and deepen our understanding of the natural world.
In this fun and engaging library program, participants will learn about the basics of robotics, renewable energy, and the mechanics of solar power by building their very own "wobble bots" – simple, solar-powered robots that move in quirky, unpredictable patterns. These wobble bots work using solar energy and are designed to move based on the power generated by a small solar panel, making them an excellent introduction to the concept of sustainable energy. For kids 11 and up.