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Current Events Discussion Group

Banned Books Week Special
2023-09-26 14:00:00 2023-09-26 15:00:00 America/New_York Current Events Discussion Group This month we will be discussing the rise in book challenges and bannings in America, in honor of Banned Books Week which runs Oct. 1-7. Virtual - Zoom

Tuesday, September 26
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-09-26 14:00:00 2023-09-26 15:00:00 America/New_York Current Events Discussion Group This month we will be discussing the rise in book challenges and bannings in America, in honor of Banned Books Week which runs Oct. 1-7. Virtual - Zoom

Virtual

Zoom

This month we will be discussing the rise in book challenges and bannings in America, in honor of Banned Books Week which runs Oct. 1-7.

Each month discussion centers around a topic in the news.  Prior to the discussion you will be emailed a background narrative to read on the month's topic, along with three or four discussion questions.  Dr. George Cody, History & Political Science Academic, will lead the group discussion. 

Email reflib@alexlibraryva.org to join our email list and get details on this month's topic.

AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Special Event |

TAGS: | issues | discussion groups | current events | #bannedbooksweek | #bannedbooks |

Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Phone: 703.746.1702
Fax: 703.746.1763
Hours
We're closed Friday May 17 due to Staff Day
Mon, May 13 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, May 14 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, May 15 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, May 16 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, May 17 Closed
(Staff Day)
Sat, May 18 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, May 19 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

English Language Learning (ELL) II - Intermediate Conversation
Mon, May 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Small Conference Room
This is a space for intermediate speakers to practice English and build confidence.
Canceled
English Language Learning (ELL) I - Beginner Conversation
Tue, May 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Beginning English Practice for English language learners. No registration needed or prior level of English.
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5
Tue, May 14, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Periodicals Room
Join Miss Amy for stories, songs, movement, and activities just right for preschool children. Ages 3-5 with adult.
Baby Bounce - tiempo de bebe - for babies 0-12 months and their caretaker(s)
Wed, May 15, 10:15am - 11:00am
Baby storytime, plus opportunities to build relationships with other caretakers of young children! For ages 0-12 months, accompanied by an adult.
1s and 2s - tiempo para niños de 1 y 2
Wed, May 15, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for your active, growing little ones! Ages 1-2.
English Language Learning (ELL) II - Intermediate Conversation
Wed, May 15, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Small Conference Room
This is a space for intermediate speakers to practice English and build confidence.
Canceled
English Language Learning (ELL) I - Beginner Conversation
Thu, May 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Beginning English Practice for English language learners. No registration needed or prior level of English.
Teen Advisory Group - T.A.G
Thu, May 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
We will meet at the Large Table located in Beatley Library's Teen Section.
Board Game Cafe
Sat, May 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us in Beatley's youth services area and test out our tabletop games! Ages 5-18.
Writers Group at Beatley
Sun, May 19, 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!
Alzheimer's Association Caregiver Support Group
Sun, May 19, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Board Room
Alexandria Library partners with the Alzheimer's Association's National Area Chapter to bring you a quarterly support group at Beatley Central Library.
English Language Learning (ELL) II - Intermediate Conversation
Mon, May 20, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Small Conference Room
This is a space for intermediate speakers to practice English and build confidence.
Canceled
English Language Learning (ELL) I - Beginner Conversation
Tue, May 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Beginning English Practice for English language learners. No registration needed or prior level of English.
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5
Tue, May 21, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Periodicals Room
Join Miss Amy for stories, songs, movement, and activities just right for preschool children. Ages 3-5 with adult.
Baby Bounce - tiempo de bebe - for babies 0-12 months and their caretaker(s)
Wed, May 22, 10:15am - 11:00am
Baby storytime, plus opportunities to build relationships with other caretakers of young children! For ages 0-12 months, accompanied by an adult.
1s and 2s - tiempo para niños de 1 y 2
Wed, May 22, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for your active, growing little ones! Ages 1-2.
English Language Learning (ELL) II - Intermediate Conversation
Wed, May 22, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Small Conference Room
This is a space for intermediate speakers to practice English and build confidence.
Canceled
English Language Learning (ELL) I - Beginner Conversation
Thu, May 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Beginning English Practice for English language learners. No registration needed or prior level of English.
Handcraft Crafternoon
Thu, May 23, 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!
Tai Chi at Beatley Library - Balance Your Mind and Body
Thu, May 23, 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 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month. Free and open to the public.
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