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ADULT SUMMER READING 2022

Oceans of Possibilities

2022 Adult Summer Reading

The 2022 Adult Summer Reading program information can be found at SummerQuest.

How to participate

Don't let the kids have all of the fun! Join in from June 21, 2021 to September 7, 2021 for a chance to win prize. One Book = One Entry. Read or listen!

VIRTUAL BOOKMARK

While the library is closed you can fill out the virtual bookmark.

The virtual bookmark will be emailed to a librarian who will enter you into the drawing.

LOG ON BEANSTACK

Since you are already online, try signing up for an account with Beanstack and enter your books there for the prize drawing.

Entering your own books in Beanstack gives you ann 11th entry into the drawing.

Looking for something to read?

BOOK MATCH

Book Match

What are your favorite types of books? What book can you not live without?

Fill out a short questionnaire and receive a personalized list of book recommendations hand-picked by our staff.

GET A BOOK MATCH

BOOKS & AUTHORS

Books and Authors

Use the Who, What, Where, When tool to discover books matched to your mood or interests.

ACCESS BOOKS AND AUTHORS

VIEW TUTORIAL

NOVELIST

Novelist

Find book recommendations based on appeal factors, curated lists, and read-alikes for titles you enjoy.

ACCESS NOVELIST

VIEW TUTORIAL

Adult SummerQuest Events

Extinctopedia with Smithsonian Scientists - What We Have Lost, What is at Risk, and What To Do About It

Wed, Jun 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Virtual - Virtual

You’re invited to grab your family and friends and join us as Smithsonian scientists highlight information found in the Smithsonian’s book, Extinctopedia.Register

Diversity Book Club - "Our Missing Hearts" by Celeste Ng

Mon, Jun 09, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual - Zoom

Please join us for an online discussion of Celeste Ng's 2022 novel.

Explore Unexpected Twists and Turns - with Bestselling Author Lisa Jewell

Tue, Jun 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Virtual - Virtual

You’re invited to an exclusive preview event with New York Times bestselling author Lisa Jewell as she introduces readers to her forthcoming title Don’t Let Him In (Out June 24, 2025!). Register

Painternoon - A monthly painting club!

Wed, Jun 11, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library

Let's paint at the library! Follow along to instructions to create the monthly painting or create your own unique work of art!

Animal Encounters: Bar C Ranch Petting Zoo - Encuentros con animales: Bar C Ranch Petting Zoo

Wed, Jun 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Beatley Library Parking Lot

Say hello and feed friendly animals like a llama, donkey, and mini cow from Bar C Animal Ranch. (All ages)

Dungeons and Dragons: Adult Group! - Adventure awaits!

Thu, Jun 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor

Looking to join a Dungeons and Dragons group? Look no further!

1, 2, 3 Andrés!

Fri, Jun 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden

Join Grammy-winning children’s musicians for an interactive musical performance in English and Spanish. (All ages)

Horror Fans Unite! - A summer horror club!

Mon, Jun 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor

Do you like scary movies, books, tv shows, or video games? Do you enjoy making horror themed DIY projects and getting chills in the summer? This is the event for you!

Juneteenth Storytime - with the Alexandria Black History Museum

Fri, Jun 20, 10:30am - 11:30am

Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room

Join Hassanah Thomas from the Alexandria Black History Museum in celebrating Juneteenth through books, stories, and songs. (All ages)

LGBTQ+ Pride Galaxy Paint Night - Paint your galaxy!

Mon, Jun 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor

Celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride Month by painting a galaxy using the colors of the Pride flag!

Living the Otter Life with Katherine Applegate - (3rd-6th Grade)

Tue, Jun 24, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Virtual - Virtual

Join us as award-winning author and summer reading champion Katherine Applegate talks to viewers about her enthusiastically heartwarming novel in verse, Odder. Register

Calligraphy Workshop

Sat, Jun 28, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room

Are you curious about learning in calligraphy?Join us to learn and practice different styles each session at Burke!

Calligraphy Workshop

Sat, Jul 05, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room

Are you curious about learning in calligraphy?Join us to learn and practice different styles each session at Burke!

Dibuja tu mundo con Raúl the Third - Preescolar a 2.º grado

Tue, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Virtual - Virtual

Acompaña al autor e ilustrador Raúl the Third mientras nos habla de su libro ¡Vamos! ¡A leer! Conoce a Lobito y sus amigos mientras exploran el Festival del Libro Love de su biblioteca. Register

Drawing Your World with Raúl The Third - PK-2nd Grade

Tue, Jul 08, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Virtual - Virtual

Join author and illustrator Raúl The Third as he discusses his book ¡Vamos! Let’s Go Read!. Meet Little Lobo and friends as they explore their library's Libro Love Book Festival! Register

Dungeons and Dragons: Adult Group! - Adventure awaits!

Thu, Jul 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor

Looking to join a Dungeons and Dragons group? Look no further!

Munit and Z Lovebugs

Fri, Jul 11, 10:30am - 11:30am

Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden

Shine your gifts out loud with Munit and Z Lovebugs, a family music band that plays songs from all around the world for kids from 3 to 103! (All ages)

The Uncle Devin Show

Sat, Jul 12, 10:30am - 11:30am

Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden

Join Uncle Devin for an interactive musical experience that uses percussion instruments to cultivate children’s minds.(Ages 0-8)

Book Tasting - Get book recommendations and enjoy pastries!

Sat, Jul 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor

Need more books to fill your SummerQuest logs? Look no further!

Calligraphy Workshop

Sat, Jul 12, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room

Are you curious about learning in calligraphy?Join us to learn and practice different styles each session at Burke!

Discerning the Truth with Marie Lu - 9th-12th Grade

Thu, Jul 17, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Virtual - Virtual

Explore the intricate world of Legend with Marie Lu as she encourages readers to look beyond the surface and reveal hidden secrets.Register

Rhythmaya: Bollywood Dance

Fri, Jul 18, 10:30am - 11:30am

Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden

Dance along with us as Rhythmaya shares Indian culture through music, art and movement. (All ages)

Kofi Dennis

Sat, Jul 19, 10:30am - 11:30am

Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden

Enjoy music, dance, drums and stories highlighting West African culture! (All ages)

Illuminating Hope and Grace in the Face of Hardship - with Rex Ogle (5th-8th Grade)

Wed, Jul 23, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Virtual - Virtual

You’re invited to join us online with award-winning author Rex Ogle as he talks to viewers about his struggles to navigate sixth grade as written about in his book Free Lunch. Register

Culture Queen

Sat, Jul 26, 10:30am - 11:30am

Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden

Join Grammy-nominated performer Culture Queen for interactive musical storytelling on the summer reading theme of “Color Our World.” (All ages)

Calligraphy Workshop

Sat, Jul 26, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room

Are you curious about learning in calligraphy?Join us to learn and practice different styles each session at Burke!

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All Alexandria Library branches will be closed on Wednesday, February 12, due to winter weather.

Beginning May 1, 2025, 6-Digit Account Numbers will no longer be able to access online resources, eBooks, and music services. Patrons can still place holds on in-house materials. Please visit any library to obtain a permanent card.

Printing at Beatley Central Library is currently unavailable. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Printing at Duncan Branch Library is currently unavailable. We apologize for the inconvenience.

ADULT SUMMER READING 2022

2022 Adult Summer Reading

How to participate

VIRTUAL BOOKMARK

LOG ON BEANSTACK

Looking for something to read?

BOOK MATCH

BOOKS & AUTHORS

NOVELIST

Last updated: May 2022

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