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YA Book Club

The Fire Never Goes Out by ND Stevenson

2023-03-29 18:00:00 2023-03-29 19:00:00 America/New_York YA Book Club Do you love reading YA books? Do you wish you had others to discuss these books with? Then this is the book club for you! Ages 13+ James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room

Wednesday, March 29
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-03-29 18:00:00 2023-03-29 19:00:00 America/New_York YA Book Club Do you love reading YA books? Do you wish you had others to discuss these books with? Then this is the book club for you! Ages 13+ James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room

James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library

Beth Patridge Meeting Room

Do you love reading YA books? Do you wish you had others to discuss these books with? Then this is the book club for you! Ages 13+

Pick up a copy of The Fire Never Goes out at the circulation desk of Duncan Library while supplies last, made available thanks to the Friends of the Duncan Library!

The Fire Never Goes Out is a collection of essays and personal mini-comics that span eight years of her young adult life, author-illustrator Noelle Stevenson charts the highs and lows of being a creative human in the world. Whether it’s hearing the wrong name called at her art school graduation ceremony, or becoming a National Book Award finalist for her debut graphic novel, "Nimona", Noelle captures the little and big moments that make up a real life, with a wit, wisdom, and vulnerability that are all her own.

In celebration of Women's History Month, we will journey back in time during our meeting and look at the art and progression of women comic makers from the Golden Age (early 1900's) to the work of women who contributed to the rise and popularity of comics and graphic novels today!

Since our book club pick is on the shorter side this month I have a list of other recommended titles that you can check out from the library:

Persepolis: The Story of a Childhood (Persepolis, #1)
by Marjane Satrapi

Nimona
by N.D. Stevenson

Laura Dean Keeps Breaking Up with Me
by Mariko Tamaki, Rosemary Valero-O'Connell  

Spinning
by Tillie Walden

On a Sunbeam
by Tillie Walden

Flung Out of Space: Inspired by the Indecent Adventures of Patricia Highsmith
Grace Ellis, Hannah Templer(Illustrator)

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Teens | Special Event | Book Discussion Groups |

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James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library

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Phone: 703.746.1705
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Sat, May 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
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All levels are welcome, to stretch, breathe and cultivate connections with body-heart-mind-spirit
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Sun, May 17, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
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Mon, May 18, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Join us for a guided self-inquiry & group discussion on finding your personality type and exploring what that means in your day-to-day habits

Tue, May 19, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
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Join DM Mike in a high seas DnD adventure! Ages 13-18. Registration required.
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Thu, May 21, 10:15am - 10:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room,Children's Area
Come join us for engaging stories that are worth gathering for. Great for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5.

Thu, May 21, 11:15am - 11:45am
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Sat, May 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Butterfly Garden
Identify local birds and their habitats with experienced birders who will lead a walking tour around Del Ray - be sure to wear comfy shoes!

Sun, May 24, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
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Wiggle, crawl and clap at Baby Time! Fingerplay and songs for Ages 0-24 months.

Tue, May 26, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
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Join DM Mike in a high seas DnD adventure! Ages 13-18. Registration required.
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Wed, May 27, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Join local florist, Hunter, who will teach us how to weave flowers together to form a beautiful crown in the spirit of May Day! (Adults Only)
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Thu, May 28, 10:15am - 10:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room,Children's Area
A storytime in English and Spanish. un cuentacuentos en inglés y español.

Thu, May 28, 11:15am - 11:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room,Children's Area
A storytime in English and Spanish. un cuentacuentos en inglés y español.

Thu, May 28, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Ages 14-19. Participate in this special recorded conversation about being a teen in Alexandria.

Sat, May 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
All levels are welcome, to stretch, breathe and cultivate connections with body-heart-mind-spirit
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Sun, May 31, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Bring your preschooler to the Duncan Library on Sunday afternoons to explore STEAM activities (science, technology, engineering, art, and math)! This is a drop-in event. Recommended for ages 3-6

Mon, Jun 01, 10:15am - 10:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Wiggle, crawl and clap at Baby Time! (0-14 months) Tickets Required. 0-14 meses, se requieren boletos.

Mon, Jun 01, 11:15am - 11:45am
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Mon, Jun 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
An interactive story time for kids of all abilities, especially those with sensory needs. Registration required. (Ages 2-8)

Mon, Jun 01, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Join us for an all-levels yoga class that invites you to connect with your body, build stability over time, and deepen your practice in a supportive, welcoming environment—no prior experience needed
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Tue, Jun 02, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Join DM Mike in a high seas DnD adventure! Ages 13-18. Registration required.
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Wed, Jun 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us the first Wednesday of the 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

Thu, Jun 04, 10:15am - 10:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room,Children's Area
Classic kids' songs and award-winning tunes. Tickets required. Canciones de niños clásicas y música premiada. Se requieren boletos.

Thu, Jun 04, 11:15am - 11:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room,Children's Area
Classic kids' songs and award-winning tunes. Tickets required. Canciones de niños clásicas y música premiada. Se requieren boletos.

Thu, Jun 04, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
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Do you have afternoons available? Join us at the Library for some coffee, confections, and conversation about the titles chosen by fellow book club members! 📚 ☕

Fri, Jun 05, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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Bring your best building brains! Ages 6-12 Edades 6-12