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Duncan Book Group

"The Sum of Us" by Heather McGhee
2023-06-21 19:00:00 2023-06-21 20:00:00 America/New_York Duncan Book Group The Duncan Book Group meets on the third Wednesday of each month. James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library -

Wednesday, June 21
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-06-21 19:00:00 2023-06-21 20:00:00 America/New_York Duncan Book Group The Duncan Book Group meets on the third Wednesday of each month. James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library -

The Duncan Book Group meets on the third Wednesday of each month.

This month we will be discussing "The Sum of Us" by Heather McGhee.

A zoom account is not required to join, but a microphone is! Most mobile devices have microphones installed. If you're using a desktop, most webcams also have microphones built in.

If you have questions, you can reach out to Brack at bstovall@alexlibraryva.org and he can help you get set up. Registration for this event is required. 

Registration is required. After registering, you will be e-mailed the link to join this Zoom meeting. 

The Sum of Us: An Evening with Heather McGhee and Alex Wagner

AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Summer Quest | Book Discussion Groups |

TAGS: | books | book group | book discussion | book club |

James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library
bstovall@alexlibraryva.org
Phone: 703.746.1705
Fax: 703.746.1785
Hours
Mon, Jun 05 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jun 06 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jun 07 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jun 08 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Jun 09 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jun 10 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jun 11 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

Sensory Story Time
Wed, Jun 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Designed for kids with intellectual and physical disabilities, & sensory processing disorders. Join us for a half hour of Sensory Story Time, followed by a half hour of free play. Ages 3-12.
Monthly Meditation
Wed, Jun 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Monthly Meditation, lead by our Friends at Yoga in Daily Life, is a free one-hour meditation class open to everyone.Register
Pajama Story Time - Cuentos en pijama
Wed, Jun 07, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Children's Area
Join us on summer evenings in the Children's Area for the best bedtime stories. Feel free to wear your pajamas and bring your favorite friend to snuggle with while you listen. Ages 3+ with caregiver.
Canceled
Toddler Rock N' Read
Thu, Jun 08, 10:15am - 10:45am
Toddler Rock N' Read is a musical half hour full of fun for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5
Canceled
Toddler Rock N' Read
Thu, Jun 08, 11:15am - 11:45am
Toddler Rock N' Read is a musical half hour full of fun for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5
Talewise: Dragons and the Ice Sorceress
Thu, Jun 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Journey back to a time of castles and dragons! This fun fantasy adventure is all about an Ice Sorceress who tries to cancel spring … & the two kids who use science to thwart her icy plans! Ages 6-12
Nerdy Knotters - Knitting and Crochet group
Thu, Jun 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Both beginners and advanced fiber artists are welcome! Ages 12+
Lego Competition - Concurso de Lego
Fri, Jun 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Lego Competition heats up this summer! Attendees will be put on a team and given a prompt with 1 hour to complete their build! Our esteemed judges will evaluate and choose a winning team. Ages 6- 12.
Kofi Dennis - Summer Quest program!
Sat, Jun 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Area
Babies and toddlers will enjoy music, dance, drums, and stories!
Baby Time at Duncan
Mon, Jun 12, 10:15am - 10:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Wiggle and giggle and clap at Baby Time! Fingerplay and songs for Ages 0-14 Months.
Baby Time at Duncan
Mon, Jun 12, 11:15am - 11:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Wiggle and giggle and clap at Baby Time! Fingerplay and songs for Ages 0-14 Months.
PAWS to Read
Mon, Jun 12, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Does your 1st-6th grader love dogs? We have 3; 15 minute slots from 5:30-6:30PM, these dogs love to listen to all kinds of books even ones about cats. Come read with us! Please call to register.
Friends of Duncan Library - Monthly Board Meeting
Mon, Jun 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
The Friends of Duncan Library's Board Members discuss the Duncan Branch activities, fund raising actives supporting the Duncan Branch programs, collection needs and Alexandria Library community goals
Stories and Songs at Duncan
Tue, Jun 13, 10:15am - 10:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Jump, clap and sing 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 at Duncan
Tue, Jun 13, 11:15am - 11:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Jump, clap and sing 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 at Duncan
Tue, Jun 13, 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
Pajama Story Time - Cuentos en pijama
Wed, Jun 14, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Children's Area
Join us on summer evenings in the Children's Area for the best bedtime stories. Feel free to wear your pajamas and bring your favorite friend to snuggle with while you listen. Ages 3+ with caregiver.
Rocknoceros
Thu, Jun 15, 10:15am - 10:45am
Children's Area
Prepare to jump and dance along with Rocknoceros! Ages 0-5
Rocknoceros
Thu, Jun 15, 11:15am - 11:45am
Children's Area
Prepare to jump and dance along with Rocknoceros! Ages 0-5
The Inklings - Library Writing Group
Thu, Jun 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
A dedicated hour to share and critique each other's creative work
This event is full
Nerdy Knotters - Knitting and Crochet group
Thu, Jun 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen Area
Both beginners and advanced fiber artists are welcome! Ages 12+
Splater Summer Arts - Synthia Saint James
Fri, Jun 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Come create with bright colors, patterns and incorporating silhouettes. Ages 6-12 & Teens
Microscopy Science - Programa de microscopios STEM
Sat, Jun 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Learn about optics and light microscopy! Ages 6-12
Flower Pots for Tots - Macetas para niños
Sat, Jun 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Butterfly Garden
Decorate a flower pot to add to your garden. Flutter through our Butterfly Garden to adopt yours to take home. Presented by the Master Gardeners. All Ages
Friends of Duncan Film Club - The Goonies
Sat, Jun 17, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
A special viewing of film releases.
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