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Meet Author Saadia Faruqi

author of graphic novel Saving Sunshine
2023-09-19 18:00:00 2023-09-19 19:00:00 America/New_York Meet Author Saadia Faruqi Relatable, funny, and heart-wrenchingly honest, Saving Sunshine is the poignant story of Muslim American siblings learning how to build each other up in a world that is too often unkind. All ages. Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden

Tuesday, September 19
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-09-19 18:00:00 2023-09-19 19:00:00 America/New_York Meet Author Saadia Faruqi Relatable, funny, and heart-wrenchingly honest, Saving Sunshine is the poignant story of Muslim American siblings learning how to build each other up in a world that is too often unkind. All ages. Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden

Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library

Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden

Relatable, funny, and heart-wrenchingly honest, Saving Sunshine is the poignant story of Muslim American siblings learning how to build each other up in a world that is too often unkind. All ages.

Hear directly from the author about her latest book and have the opportunity to ask questions and get your books signed! Saadia Faruqi also writes the Yasmin series and popular middle-grade novels such as Yusuf Azeem Is Not A Hero.

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | Children | Author Talks |

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Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Phone: 703.746.1702
Fax: 703.746.1763
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: The library has a large parking lot with 175 spaces.

Public Transit:

  • Metrorail: King Street Station (Yellow & Blue Lines 3.2 miles); Van Dorn Station (Blue Line 2.1 miles)
  • Metrobus: 29K/N, 21C
  • DASH Bus: 30, 32

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

Upcoming Events

Writers Group at Beatley
Sun, Oct 01, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Small Conference Room
This is a twice-monthly forum for writers to network, share moral support, and offer constructive criticism. Meets first and third Sundays. All are welcome!
Rescheduled
Puzzle Swap - Bring a puzzle, Take a Puzzle
Sun, Oct 01, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
New date Wednesday, November 08, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Hey puzzle fans. Looking for a new challenge? Come to our puzzle swap and trade in your old puzzles for new ones.
Dear Banned Author Letter-Writing Campaign - Send a postcard of support to authors of challenged books
Sun, Oct 01, 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Large Meeting Room
Write a letter or email to an author whose books have been banned or challenged. Postcards and pens will be provided.
Storytime in the Reading Garden - Cuentos en el jardín de lectura
Mon, Oct 02, 11:00am - 11:30am
Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden
Children love to be outdoors! Join us in Beatley Central Library's beautiful outdoor Reading Garden for stories, songs and movement. Ages 0-5 with an adult.
Judy Blume Forever
Mon, Oct 02, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Large Meeting Room
Join us for a screening of the documentary Judy Blume Forever in celebration of Banned Books Week.
Canceled
English Language Learning (ELL) II - Intermediate Conversation
Mon, Oct 02, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
This is a space for intermediate speakers to practice English and build confidence.
English Language Learning (ELL) I - Beginner Conversation
Tue, Oct 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Large Meeting Room
Beginning English Practice for English language learners. No registration needed or prior level of English.
Playtime! - ¡Hora de jugar!
Tue, Oct 03, 11:00am - 11:45am
Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden
Meet your old friends and make new friends at an unstructured, outdoor playtime in the library's Reading Garden! Toys will be supplied. Ages 0-5 with an adult.
A History of Book Banning in Virginia - a Case Study of Race and Sexuality as Recurring Factors
Tue, Oct 03, 11:00am - 11:45am
Join us for this virtual presentation with Keith Weimer, Librarian for History & Religious Studies at the University of Virginia and chair of the VLA Intellectual Freedom Committee.Register
Tummy Time (age 0-12 months) - a space for babies and their caregivers
Wed, Oct 04, 10:15am - 11:00am
Looking for a baby storytime and a chance to talk to other grown-ups with young children? Then join us for Tummy Time! This storytime/playtime program is for ages 0-12 months.
1s and 2s Time (ages 1-2) - a toddler storytime - Tiempo para niños de 1 y 2
Wed, Oct 04, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Join us for stories and songs fit for active, growing little ones! This program is for ages 1-2.
Paws to Read
Wed, Oct 04, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Story Room
Do you want to practice reading aloud? Do you like dogs? Sign up for a 15-minute reading slot to read to a dog by calling (703) 746-1753 or by stopping by Beatley's Children's Desk. Ages 6-12.
English Language Learning (ELL) II - Intermediate Conversation
Wed, Oct 04, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Large Meeting Room
This is a space for intermediate speakers to practice English and build confidence.
Knit Nite! - A knitting club for kids ages 8-18.
Wed, Oct 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Learn to knit under the guidance of experienced knitters. All supplies will be provided. Ages 8-18.
Canceled
English Language Learning (ELL) I - Beginner Conversation
Thu, Oct 05, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Beginning English Practice for English language learners. No registration needed or prior level of English.
Handcraft Crafternoon
Thu, Oct 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Small Conference Room
Attention all handcrafters! Join us to share what you are working on, see what others are creating, and just chat while we craft together!
Alexandria Oddball Cinema - Lake Michigan Monster
Thu, Oct 05, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Large Meeting Room
Oddball Cinema brings you all of the weird, eclectic, and lesser-known films you probably never saw in theaters. Click on the event title for more info!
Tai Chi at Beatley Library - Balance Your Mind and Body
Thu, Oct 05, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden
Join Jorge Banales as he gives instruction on the Yang Style 24 Movement Tai Chi form on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month.
Canceled
Girls Who Code (ages 8-14) - a coding club for anyone interested in computer programming
Thu, Oct 05, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Beatley Central’s Girls Who Code explores different programming topics – hoping to encourage and inspire future programmers everywhere! The club will be in person. This program is for ages 8-14.
Low Vision Resource Group - Low Vision Technology Demo
Fri, Oct 06, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Large Meeting Room
Join us to learn about low vision resources.
"Peep" into a Banned Book!
Fri, Oct 06, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Large Meeting Room,Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden
Celebrate Banned Books Week (Oct. 1 - 7) by recreating a scene from your favorite banned or challenged children’s or YA book, using marshmallow Peeps and other craft supplies! Ages 7-12.
Latin Dance Class - National Hispanic Heritage Month
Sat, Oct 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden
Feel the rhythm in the beat and learn new Latin style dances
Board Game Cafe
Sat, Oct 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us in Beatley's youth services area and test out our tabletop games! Ages 5-18.
Handcraft Tuesday - Weekend Edition
Sat, Oct 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Large Meeting Room
Attention all handcrafters! Join us to share what you are working on, see what others are creating, and just chat while we craft together!
Alexandria Oddball Cinema - Captive State
Sun, Oct 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Large Meeting Room
Oddball Cinema brings you all of the weird, eclectic, and lesser-known films you probably never saw in theaters. Click on the event title for more info!
Canceled
English Language Learning (ELL) I - Beginner Conversation
Tue, Oct 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Beginning English Practice for English language learners. No registration needed or prior level of English.
Playtime! - ¡Hora de jugar!
Tue, Oct 10, 11:00am - 11:45am
Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden
Meet your old friends and make new friends at an unstructured, outdoor playtime in the library's Reading Garden! Toys will be supplied. Ages 0-5 with an adult.
True Tales of Old Alexandria
Tue, Oct 10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Large Meeting Room
Come hear local author Ted Pulliam discuss his new book.
Tummy Time (age 0-12 months) - a space for babies and their caregivers
Wed, Oct 11, 10:15am - 11:00am
Looking for a baby storytime and a chance to talk to other grown-ups with young children? Then join us for Tummy Time! This storytime/playtime program is for ages 0-12 months.
1s and 2s Time (ages 1-2) - a toddler storytime - Tiempo para niños de 1 y 2
Wed, Oct 11, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Join us for stories and songs fit for active, growing little ones! This program is for ages 1-2.
English Language Learning (ELL) II - Intermediate Conversation
Wed, Oct 11, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Large Meeting Room
This is a space for intermediate speakers to practice English and build confidence.
Knit Nite! - A knitting club for kids ages 8-18.
Wed, Oct 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Learn to knit under the guidance of experienced knitters. All supplies will be provided. Ages 8-18.
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