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Splatter Summer Arts

Synthia Saint James

2023-06-16 15:30:00 2023-06-16 16:30:00 America/New_York Splatter Summer Arts Come create with bright colors, patterns and incorporating silhouettes. Ages 6-12 & Teens James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room

Friday, June 16
3:30pm - 4:30pm

Add to Calendar 2023-06-16 15:30:00 2023-06-16 16:30:00 America/New_York Splatter Summer Arts Come create with bright colors, patterns and incorporating silhouettes. Ages 6-12 & Teens James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room

James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library

Beth Patridge Meeting Room

Come create with bright colors, patterns and incorporating silhouettes. Ages 6-12 & Teens

We are celebrating and finding inspiration in the art style of Synthia Saint James. Her multicultural figurative paintings are the perfect way to welcome the Juneteenth weekend.

Artwork is Butterfly Dreams by Synthia Saint James

James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library

kpayne@alexlibraryva.org
Phone: 703.746.1705
Fax: 703.746.1785

Hours
Mon, Oct 07 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Oct 08 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Oct 09 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Oct 10 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Oct 11 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Oct 12 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Oct 13 1:00PM to 5:00PM

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

Wed, Oct 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Spitfire club, Fall Session. Changing the world, one book at a time! Kindergarten - 3rd Grade.

Wed, Oct 09, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Another installment of Duncan and Dragons with DM Jacob!

Thu, Oct 10, 10:15am - 10:45am
Formerly known as Toddler Rock N' Read, come join Mr. Josstin for an adventure worth gathering for. You were here, remember? Great for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5

Thu, Oct 10, 11:15am - 11:45am
Formerly known as Toddler Rock N' Read, come join Mr. Josstin for an adventure worth gathering for. You were here, remember? Great for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5

Thu, Oct 10, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
2200 Mount Vernon Ave, Alexandria, Va 22301
Join us for an "anti-book club" where we discuss what we're currently reading

Thu, Oct 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Both beginners and advanced fiber artists are welcome! Ages 12+

Sun, Oct 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Join Oddball cinema for a showing of Vidocq!

Sun, Oct 13, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Bring your preschooler to the Duncan Library on Sunday afternoons to explore STEAM activities (science, technology, engineering, art, and math)! This is a drop in event. Recommended ages 3-6

Tue, Oct 15, 10:15am - 10:45am
Wiggle with glee, Stories and Songs is a great place to be! Perfect for toddlers and siblings. Come enjoy the fingerplay, songs and story-telling with us. Ages 0-5

Tue, Oct 15, 11:15am - 11:45am
Wiggle with glee, Stories and Songs is a great place to be! Perfect for toddlers and siblings. Come enjoy the fingerplay, songs and story-telling with us. Ages 0-5

Tue, Oct 15, 5:00pm - 6:45pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Introducing the community to D&D through introductory sessions, one-shots, and campaigns. Email Dungeon Master Josstin at jgogue@alexlibraryva.org if you're interested in joining. Ages 12-18

Tue, Oct 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
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.

Wed, Oct 16, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
We roll at dusk!

Wed, Oct 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Join our ONLINE book club that meets in the evening, every third Wednesday of the month, to discuss a book chosen by one of the members!

Thu, Oct 17, 10:15am - 10:45am
Formerly known as Toddler Rock N' Read, come join Mr. Josstin for an adventure worth gathering for. You were here, remember? Great for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5

Thu, Oct 17, 11:15am - 11:45am
Formerly known as Toddler Rock N' Read, come join Mr. Josstin for an adventure worth gathering for. You were here, remember? Great for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5

Thu, Oct 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Social group that focuses on nail painting and designs for members of the community. All materials will be provided. Ages 8-18.

Thu, Oct 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
⭐ Please email Ally Zomchek at azomchek@alexlibraryva.org if interested in joining ⭐

Thu, Oct 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Both beginners and advanced fiber artists are welcome! Ages 12+