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E.S.C.A.P.E. Junk News! from the NewseumEd

A Hands On Guide to Sharpening Your Media Skills
2019-05-07 19:00:00 2019-05-07 20:30:00 America/New_York E.S.C.A.P.E. Junk News! from the NewseumEd Join us for this free presentation from the Newseum's Education Division. NewseumED reaches over 11 million students, teachers and lifelong learners around the globe. Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor

Tuesday, May 07
7:00pm - 8:30pm

Add to Calendar 2019-05-07 19:00:00 2019-05-07 20:30:00 America/New_York E.S.C.A.P.E. Junk News! from the NewseumEd Join us for this free presentation from the Newseum's Education Division. NewseumED reaches over 11 million students, teachers and lifelong learners around the globe. Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Second Floor

Join us for this free presentation from the Newseum's Education Division. NewseumED reaches over 11 million students, teachers and lifelong learners around the globe.

Feel lost in today's media landscape?  Join NewseumED as we tackle the spread of buzz words, bots and bad actors on social media.  In 90 minutes, you'll get clear definitions of current media terms, practical tools to identify fake and flawed news, and practice with real examples. Registration suggested by contacting Athena Williams at awilliams@alexlibraryva.org or call 703-746-1713. 

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Technology | Special Event |

TAGS: | technology | Computers |

Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
jcahill@alexlibraryva.org
Phone: 703.746.1703
Fax: 703.746.1708
Branch manager
James Cahill
Hours
Mon, Aug 11 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Aug 12 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Aug 13 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Aug 14 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Aug 15 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Aug 16 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Aug 17 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

Parking: No library parking lot.  Street parking is available.  A paid parking lot is available on the 100 block of North Alfred Street. 

Public Transit:

  • Metrorail: Yellow and Blue lines at Braddock Road (1 mile) and King Street Stations (1.1 miles). 
  • Metrobus: A11, A12, F19
  • DASH Bus: 30, 31, Old Town Circulator
  • King Street Trolley:  King & Columbus

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

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One-On-One Computer Help - at the Barrett Branch
Tue, Aug 19, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Barrett Library has a volunteer available on Tuesdays to help with computer and technologies use. Please call 703-746-1721 to schedule an appointment.
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Wed, Aug 20, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
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Join Byul, a certified educator, for a fun Korean language and culture intro! Perfect for beginners—space is limited, sign up today!
Book a Librarian - Applications Assistance
Thu, Aug 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Schedule time with a librarian on Thursday mornings to receive help with applications. Appointments are available at 10 AM and 11 AM. Please call 703-746-1721 to schedule an appointment.
Carefull Knitting - Knitting and Crochet for Good
Thu, Aug 21, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
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Join Barrett Branch’s knitting and crochet group making items to donate.
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Sat, Aug 23, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Come play Dungeons & Dragons. No experience necessary. Open to ages 8-13.
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