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First Responder and Public Health Panel

Mental Health Since 2020

2022-08-25 18:30:00 2022-08-25 19:30:00 America/New_York First Responder and Public Health Panel Join representatives from Alexandria's Health, Police, EMS, and Fire Departments as they discuss the mental health among public health workers and first responders since 2020. James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library -

Thursday, August 25
6:30pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2022-08-25 18:30:00 2022-08-25 19:30:00 America/New_York First Responder and Public Health Panel Join representatives from Alexandria's Health, Police, EMS, and Fire Departments as they discuss the mental health among public health workers and first responders since 2020. James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library -

Join representatives from Alexandria's Health, Police, EMS, and Fire Departments as they discuss the mental health among public health workers and first responders since 2020.

Panelists from four City departments will join us:

  • Corey A. Smedley, Fire-EMS Chief with the City of Alexandria
  • Brian Hircik, Deputy Chief of EMS at the Alexandria Fire Department
  • Courtney Ballantine, Commander with the Alexandria Police Department 
  • Natalie Talis, MPH, Population Health Manager with the Alexandria Health Department

Based on their experiences, they will touch on challenges in their fields, beneficial improvements in practices, recommendations they would make looking towards the future.

AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Special Event |

TAGS: | #publichealth | #mentalheatlh | #firstresponders | #AlexandriaVA |

James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library

kpayne@alexlibraryva.org
Phone: 703.746.1705
Fax: 703.746.1785
Branch manager
Kayla Selsky

Hours
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Mon, Nov 17 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Nov 18 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Nov 19 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Nov 20 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Nov 21 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Nov 22 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Nov 23 1:00PM to 5:00PM

About the branch

Parking: There is a small lot with 9 spaces.  On street parking is available.

Public Transit:

  • Metrorail: Yellow and Blue lines at Braddock Road (1.3 miles) and King Street Stations (1.5 miles)
  • Metrobus: A11, A12
  • DASH Bus: 33

For reasonable disability accommodation, contact jgregorio@alexlibraryva.org or call 703.746.1701 or TTY 703.746.1790.

Upcoming Events

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Sat, Nov 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
All levels are welcome, to stretch, breathe and cultivate connections with body-heart-mind-spirit
This event is full

Sun, Nov 23, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Wiggle, crawl and clap at Baby Time! Fingerplay and songs for Ages 0-24 Months.

Mon, Nov 24, 10:15am - 10:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Wiggle, crawl and clap at Baby Time! Fingerplay and songs for Ages 0-14 Months.

Mon, Nov 24, 11:15am - 11:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Wiggle, crawl and clap at Baby Time! Fingerplay and songs for Ages 0-14 Months.

Mon, Nov 24, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
We roll at dusk!

Tue, Nov 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Come join Ms. Naomi for an interactive story time that is full of adventure and fun! Ages 2-8 Venga y unirse con Ms. Naomi por un cuentacuentos interactivo lleno de aventura y diversión. Edades 2-8

Tue, Nov 25, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Ongoing campaign. For inquiries about Dungeon and Dragons please contact Josstin Gogue at jgogue@alexlibraryva.org. (Ages 13-19)

Wed, Nov 26, 10:15am - 10:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room,Children's Area
New story time, same story tellers. Come join Ms. Venetta and Mr. Josstin for engaging stories that are worth gathering for. Great for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5.

Wed, Nov 26, 11:15am - 11:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room,Children's Area
New story time, same story tellers. Come join Ms. Venetta and Mr. Josstin for engaging stories that are worth gathering for. Great for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5.

Wed, Nov 26, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Another installment of Duncan and Dragons with DM Jacob! Ages 10 - 18

Wed, Nov 26, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
¡Únase a nosotros para una introducción básica gratuita a las computadoras y cómo hacer un currículum! (Join us for a free basic introduction to computers and how to make a resume!)

Wed, Nov 26, 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Teen Area
Want to practice your English and learn more vocabulary? Join us every Wednesday evening for FREE beginner to intermediate classes!

Wed, Dec 03, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
¡Únase a nosotros para una introducción básica gratuita a las computadoras y cómo hacer un currículum! (Join us for a free basic introduction to computers and how to make a resume!)

Mon, Dec 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
The Friends of Duncan Library's Board Members discuss the Duncan Branch activities, fund raising actives supporting the Duncan Branch programs, collection needs and Alexandria Library community goals.

Wed, Dec 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
¡Únase a nosotros para una introducción básica gratuita a las computadoras y cómo hacer un currículum! (Join us for a free basic introduction to computers and how to make a resume!)

Thu, Dec 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Using fresh pine branches, berries, and bows, create a dazzling seasonal wreath to decorate your space! ❄️ ADULTS ONLY ❄️
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Thu, Dec 11, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us at "The Company of Books", where we discuss what we're currently reading. Bring something to write with, you are always going to leave with a list of things to add to your TBR pile!