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NaNoWriMo Write In
2022-11-30 18:00:00 2022-11-30 19:00:00 America/New_York NaNoWriMo Write In Have you always wanted to write a book but needed help getting started? November is "National Novel Writing Month" so what better time to start! James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room

Wednesday, November 30
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2022-11-30 18:00:00 2022-11-30 19:00:00 America/New_York NaNoWriMo Write In Have you always wanted to write a book but needed help getting started? November is "National Novel Writing Month" so what better time to start! James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room

James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library

Beth Patridge Meeting Room

Have you always wanted to write a book but needed help getting started? November is "National Novel Writing Month" so what better time to start!

Aspiring first-time and seasoned authors please join us at the library to start NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month) on the right foot! ...er...the right sentence! 🖊️

Your goal: to write 50,000 words of a novel during the thirty days of November.

What we will provide: The hardest part is getting started so writing prompts, brainstorming, and cheering one another on (and snacks!) will be provided.

  • November 2nd we will start with general writing tips, prompts, speed writing, and cheering one another on.
  • November 16th is the halfway point and we will check on everyone's progress, what's working, what's not working, how to get un-stuck, and finish off the month strong.
  • November 30th we will celebrate our achievements big and small and hear all about the stories you have been writing and what steps to take next! 📚

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Special Event |

TAGS: | Writer | NaNoWriMo | Challenge | Author |

James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library
kpayne@alexlibraryva.org
Phone: 703.746.1705
Fax: 703.746.1785
Hours
Mon, Sep 25 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Sep 26 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Sep 27 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Sep 28 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Sep 29 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Sep 30 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Oct 01 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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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

Friends of the Duncan Library - Fall Book Sale
Thu, Sep 28, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Children's Area
Hardcover - $3 Paperback -$2
Nerdy Knotters - Knitting and Crochet group
Thu, Sep 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Both beginners and advanced fiber artists are welcome! Ages 12+
Friends of the Duncan Library - Fall Book Sale
Fri, Sep 29, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Children's Area
Hardcover - $3 Paperback -$2
Walk To Mordor Challenge - Can your fellowship complete the 1,000 mile challenge?
Sat, Sep 30, All day
A Hobbit-sized challenge for anyone and everyone who wishes to participate! Start at any time!
Friends of the Duncan Library - Fall Book Sale
Sat, Sep 30, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Children's Area
Hardcover - $3 Paperback -$2
Baby Time
Mon, Oct 02, 10:15am - 10:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Bounce and buzz at Baby Time! Fingerplay and songs for Ages 0-14 Months.
Baby Time
Mon, Oct 02, 11:15am - 11:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Bounce and buzz at Baby Time! Fingerplay and songs for Ages 0-14 Months.
PAWS to Read
Mon, Oct 02, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Wag your tails it's PAWS to Read! 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
Stories and Songs
Tue, Oct 03, 10:15am - 10:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Sing, stomp and clap for Stories and Songs! Perfect for toddlers and siblings. Come enjoy the fingerplay, songs and story-telling with us. Ages 0-5
Stories and Songs
Tue, Oct 03, 11:15am - 11:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Sing, stomp and clap for Stories and Songs! Perfect for toddlers and siblings. Come enjoy the fingerplay, songs and story-telling with us. Ages 0-5
Pre-K Story Time
Tue, Oct 03, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Join Miss Katie for a selection of Pre-K stories and themed craft each week. Ages 3+ with a caregiver. Siblings welcome! Recommended Ages 3-5
The Spitfire Club - Kindergarten - 3rd Grade
Tue, Oct 03, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Spitfire club, Fall Session. Changing the world, one book at a time! Kindergarten - 3rd Grade.
Encanto in the Library - Hispanic Heritage Afternoon Movie
Wed, Oct 04, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Join the library for an afternoon showing of Disney's Encanto! Recommended Ages 3+
Monthly Meditation
Wed, Oct 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us for a free one-hour meditation class lead by our Friends at Yoga in Daily Life! Open to everyone and all levels
Toddler Rock N' Read
Thu, Oct 05, 10:15am - 10:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Toddler Rock N' Read is a musical half hour full of fun fingerplay and story telling for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5
Toddler Rock N' Read
Thu, Oct 05, 11:15am - 11:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Toddler Rock N' Read is a musical half hour full of fun fingerplay and story telling for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5
Thursday Afternoon Book Discussion - "Trust" by Hernan Diaz
Thu, Oct 05, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Join us the first Thursday of the month to discuss titles chosen by the club members!
The Spitfire Club - Grades 4th -7th
Thu, Oct 05, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Spitfire club, Fall Session. Changing the world, one book at a time! Grades 4th - 7th.
The Inklings - Library Writing Group
Thu, Oct 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
A dedicated hour to share and critique each other's creative work
Nerdy Knotters - Knitting and Crochet group
Thu, Oct 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen Area
Both beginners and advanced fiber artists are welcome! Ages 12+
Walk To Mordor Challenge - Can your fellowship complete the 1,000 mile challenge?
Sat, Oct 07, All day
A Hobbit-sized challenge for anyone and everyone who wishes to participate! Start at any time!
Oddball Cinema - Repulsion
Sat, Oct 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
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