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Alma Thomas Art

Celebrate the close of Black History month with creating your own art piece inspired by Alma Thomas. All materials will be provided. Ages 6-12 & Teens

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | Teens | Maker | Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion | Children | Art & Music |

TAGS: | Black History Month | Art in the Library | Alma Thomas | #1939SitIn |

James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library
kpayne@alexlibraryva.org
Phone: 703.746.1705
Fax: 703.746.1785
Hours
Mon, Jul 15 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jul 16 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jul 17 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jul 18 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Jul 19 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jul 20 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jul 21 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

Roll For Initiative: D&D
Wed, Jul 17, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Another installment of Duncan and Dragons with DM Jacob!
Duncan Book Group - (ONLINE) "Table for Two" by Amor Towles
Wed, Jul 17, 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!
Toddler Rock N' Read - Rock 'N' Read para niños
Thu, Jul 18, 10:15am - 10:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Stomp through summer fun with Mr. Josstin at Toddler Rock N' Read. Great for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5
Toddler Rock N' Read - Rock 'N' Read para niños
Thu, Jul 18, 11:15am - 11:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Stomp through summer fun with Mr. Josstin at Toddler Rock N' Read. Great for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5
The Inklings - Adult Library Writing Group
Thu, Jul 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
⭐ Please email Ally Zomchek at azomchek@alexlibraryva.org if interested in joining ⭐
Nerdy Knotters - Knitters and crochet group
Thu, Jul 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen Area
Both beginners and advanced fiber artists are welcome! Ages 12+
Saturday Pop In Pop Up Story Time - Pop Up, Pop In La hora del cuento
Sat, Jul 20, 10:15am - 10:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Join Mr. Josstin for a Pop Up, Pop In Story Time at 10:15am. This will be a singular spectacular story time on the 3rd Saturday of each month. Ages 0-5
Preschool STEAM Sundays
Sun, Jul 21, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
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
Baby Time - Hora de bebés
Mon, Jul 22, 10:15am - 10:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Wiggle, crawl and clap at Baby Time! Fingerplay and songs for Ages 0-14 Months.
Baby Time - Hora de bebés
Mon, Jul 22, 11:15am - 11:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Wiggle, crawl and clap at Baby Time! Fingerplay and songs for Ages 0-14 Months.
Tabletop Games and Teens
Mon, Jul 22, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen Area
Where teens can socialize, strategize and learn tabletop games. All materials will be provided. Ages 12-18
PAWS to Read
Mon, Jul 22, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Hot Dog Summer at the Library! 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
Groovy Nate
Tue, Jul 23, 11:00am - 11:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Fun, entertaining, & engaging for all ages! If you're a fan of Toddler Rock N' Read this is the SummerQuest show for you!
Duncan and Dragons
Tue, Jul 23, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
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
DIY Taylor Swift Bracelets - For Swifties and Friendship bracelet-makers alike
Wed, Jul 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Love a good bead craft? Join us for a fun beginner DIY craft where attendees can create their own iconic Taylor Swift bracelet. For ✨TEENS & ADULTS only ✨
Toddler Rock N' Read - Rock 'N' Read para niños
Thu, Jul 25, 10:15am - 10:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Stomp through summer fun with Mr. Josstin at Toddler Rock N' Read. Great for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5
Toddler Rock N' Read - Rock 'N' Read para niños
Thu, Jul 25, 11:15am - 11:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Stomp through summer fun with Mr. Josstin at Toddler Rock N' Read. Great for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5
Nailed IT! - ¡Pintemos esas uñas!
Thu, Jul 25, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Social group that focuses on nail painting and designs for members of the community. All materials will be provided. Ages 8-18
Nerdy Knotters - Knitters and crochet group
Thu, Jul 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Both beginners and advanced fiber artists are welcome! Ages 12+
Rainbow Puppets Presents: Beautiful Tales - Rainbow Puppets presenta: Cuentos hermosos
Sat, Jul 27, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Rainbow Puppet Productions creates shows that enlighten, entertain, and educate through original music, puppets and dance. Ages 0-8. 
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