Alexandria Library Sensory Story Time
Alexandria Library
Alexandria, Virginia - Alexandria County
Source checked
May 29, 2026
Washington DC / Northern Virginia
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Map and directions
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2501 Commonwealth Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22301
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Quick answer
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Provider overview
Alexandria Library publishes current Sensory Story Time events for children ages 2-8 at Duncan Branch, with limited registration and sensory playtime.
Alexandria Library provides public library services, branch programs, children's events, and accessibility accommodations for Alexandria residents and visitors.
Quick facts
- Registration
- We did not find this in the public sources we checked
- Contact page
- https://alexlibraryva.org/event/16158914
- Phone
- 703-746-1705
- Ages
- Children ages 2-8 with a caregiver
- Season
- June 1, 2026 event with additional future Sensory Story Time dates listed by the library
- Cost
- The source lists a library event with registration; families should confirm whether any library card, waitlist, or registration requirement applies.
Location contacts
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The source lists the Duncan Branch at 2501 Commonwealth Avenue in Alexandria.
Programs and offerings
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Sensory Story Time
Limited-registration sensory story time for children of all abilities, with stories, songs, adventure, and sensory playtime.
- Ages
- Children ages 2-8 with a caregiver
- Season
- June 1, 2026 event with additional future Sensory Story Time dates listed by the library
- Schedule
- The source lists Sensory Story Time from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Duncan Branch, with future dates also posted in the library calendar.
- Cost
- The source lists a library event with registration; families should confirm whether any library card, waitlist, or registration requirement applies.
How we checked this listing (1 public source)
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Listing check
- Last checked
- May 29, 2026
- Why this is listed
- The official Alexandria Library event page publishes a June 1, 2026 Sensory Story Time at James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library for children ages 2-8, describes it as an interactive story time for kids of all abilities and especially those with sensory needs, says registration limits participants, includes sensory playtime, welcomes families to bring what they need to feel comfortable, and lists branch address, contact, and disability-accommodation information.
- Sources used
- 1 public source
- Location contacts
- 1 public contact found
Program details we found
Sensory Story Time
The official Alexandria Library event page publishes a June 1, 2026 Sensory Story Time at James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library for children ages 2-8, describes it as an interactive story time for kids of all abilities and especially those with sensory needs, says registration limits participants, includes sensory playtime, welcomes families to bring what they need to feel comfortable, and lists branch address, contact, and disability-accommodation information.
Inclusion and support details
What the provider says: Alexandria Library says Sensory Story Time is for kids of all abilities, especially those with sensory needs, and includes a relaxing story time followed by sensory playtime.
Access notes to confirm: Families should confirm current event date, seat availability, registration and waitlist status, room location, parking, sensory play materials, caregiver participation, language support, disability accommodation contact, restroom access, and whether the story time can support the child's sensory, communication, mobility, behavior, stamina, and supervision needs.
What we checked
What we found: The official Alexandria Library event page publishes a June 1, 2026 Sensory Story Time at James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library for children ages 2-8, describes it as an interactive story time for kids of all abilities and especially those with sensory needs, says registration limits participants, includes sensory playtime, welcomes families to bring what they need to feel comfortable, and lists branch address, contact, and disability-accommodation information.
We avoid ranking, recommending, evaluating quality, or making safety claims. Use the source links and contact the provider before enrolling.
Sources used
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- Government sourceAlexandria Library Sensory Story Time
Please confirm current details directly before enrolling.
What to confirm
- Openings, deadlines, cost, and cancellation rules.
- Ages, eligibility, forms, and first-visit expectations.
- Support model, staff preparation, supervision, and safety policies.
- Exact location, entrance, parking, equipment, and what to bring.
Questions to ask before you register
Use these as a starting point. They are not a quality rating or recommendation.
- Do you currently have openings, waitlists, deadlines, or intake steps?
- What ages, support needs, communication needs, mobility needs, or supervision levels can this specific program support?
- What should families know about cost, financial assistance, cancellation rules, forms, and first-visit expectations?
- For sensory-friendly activities: what changes are made to sound, lighting, crowds, timing, quiet space, and re-entry?
- Who should families contact to talk through accommodations before registering?
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Is Alexandria Library Sensory Story Time reviewed for quality by Inclusive Programs Guide?
No. This listing is informational and based on public sources. It is not a rating, ranking, quality review, or safety evaluation.
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