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Zora Neale Hurston

"In the Thick of Things"

2020-01-13 19:00:00 2020-01-13 20:00:00 America/New_York Zora Neale Hurston Sheila Arnold comes in character as Zora Neale Hurston to talk about the famous author's life. James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room

Monday, January 13
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2020-01-13 19:00:00 2020-01-13 20:00:00 America/New_York Zora Neale Hurston Sheila Arnold comes in character as Zora Neale Hurston to talk about the famous author's life. James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room

James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library

Beth Patridge Meeting Room

Sheila Arnold comes in character as Zora Neale Hurston to talk about the famous author's life.

Sheila Arnold is back by popular demand. Sheila is a performer, educator, and historical reenactor. In 2019 she became the first African American fellow at Mount Vernon, where she is currently doing research into the lives of the slaves and servants that lived there. 

In this biographical reenactment, you will learn about the Harlem Renaissance through the eyes of one who was "in the thick of things”.  She will also talk about her time collecting "old" stories from Negro communities and her brief time in the world of voodoo and intrigue.  This author of Of Mules and Men and Their Eyes Were Watching God shares about "The New Negro" and his/her struggles of the early 20th century.

James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library

kpayne@alexlibraryva.org
Phone: 703.746.1705
Fax: 703.746.1785

Hours
We're closed Sunday March 31 due to Easter Sunday
Mon, Mar 25 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Mar 26 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Mar 27 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Mar 28 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Mar 29 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Mar 30 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Mar 31 Closed
(Easter Sunday)

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: 10A, 10B
  • 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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Mon, Apr 01, 10:15am - 10:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
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Mon, Apr 01, 11:15am - 11:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Crawl, scoot and wiggle to Baby Time! Fingerplay and songs for Ages 0-14 Months. Please note there will be no Baby Time on Monday April 22nd. Please choose one time to attend.

Mon, Apr 01, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
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Tabletop games where teens can socialize, learn tabletop games, and learn critical thinking and strategy. All materials will be provided. Ages 12-18

Mon, Apr 01, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
The Library is for the dogs! Does your 1st-6th grader want to practice reading with a dog? We have 3; 15 minute slots from 5:30-6:30PM. Come read with us! Please call to register. Ages 6-12

Tue, Apr 02, 10:15am - 10:45am
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Clap with glee for Stories and Songs! Perfect for toddlers and siblings. Come enjoy the fingerplay, songs and story-telling with us. Ages 0-5  

Tue, Apr 02, 11:15am - 11:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
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Tue, Apr 02, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
In celebration of the All Alexandria Reads theme of Courage we are diving into different aspects of courage all month with themed stories and a craft. Ages 3+ with a caregiver. Recommended Ages 3-5

Tue, Apr 02, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Introducing the community to D&D through introductory sessions, one-shots, and campaigns. Depending on age range and attendance the groups will be organized by age. Registration required. Ages 12-18

Wed, Apr 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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Thu, Apr 04, 10:15am - 10:45am
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Toddler Rock N' Read is out of this world with Mr. Josstin. Great for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5

Thu, Apr 04, 11:15am - 11:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Toddler Rock N' Read is out of this world with Mr. Josstin. Great for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5

Thu, Apr 04, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Do you have afternoons available? Join us at the library for some coffee, confections, and conversation about the newest titles on our shelves!

Thu, Apr 04, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Social group that focuses on nail painting and designs for members of the community. All materials will be provided. Ages 8-18

Thu, Apr 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Thu, Apr 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen Area
Both beginners and advanced fiber artists are welcome! Ages 12+

Sat, Apr 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Sun, Apr 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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Mon, Apr 08, 10:15am - 10:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Crawl, scoot and wiggle to Baby Time! Fingerplay and songs for Ages 0-14 Months. Please note there will be no Baby Time on Monday April 22nd. Please choose one time to attend.

Mon, Apr 08, 11:15am - 11:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Crawl, scoot and wiggle to Baby Time! Fingerplay and songs for Ages 0-14 Months. Please note there will be no Baby Time on Monday April 22nd. Please choose one time to attend.

Mon, Apr 08, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen Area
Tabletop games where teens can socialize, learn tabletop games, and learn critical thinking and strategy. All materials will be provided. Ages 12-18

Mon, Apr 08, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
The Library is for the dogs! Does your 1st-6th grader want to practice reading with a dog? We have 3; 15 minute slots from 5:30-6:30PM. Come read with us! Please call to register. Ages 6-12

Mon, Apr 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
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