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Duncan Book Group

"Magnificent Rebels" by Andrea Wulf

2023-04-19 19:00:00 2023-04-19 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, April 19
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-04-19 19:00:00 2023-04-19 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 "Magnificent Rebels" by Andrea Wulf

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. 

Andrea Wulf and Kirsty Lang on Magnificent Rebels

Andrea Wulf shares 5 key insights from Magnificent Rebels on NextBigIdeaClub
The May discussion is "Horse" by Geraldine Brooks

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

kpayne@alexlibraryva.org
Phone: 703.746.1705
Fax: 703.746.1785

Hours
Mon, Apr 15 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Apr 16 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Apr 17 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Apr 18 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Apr 19 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Apr 20 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Apr 21 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

Sat, Apr 20, 10:15am - 10:45am
Children's Area
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

Sat, Apr 20, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Discover the world of chakras and techniques to cleanse them while deepening your connection with your body's innate wisdom and intuition 🧘
Registration is now closed

Sun, Apr 21, 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
An Irish rogue wins the heart of a rich widow and assumes her dead husband's aristocratic position in 18th-century England.

Wed, Apr 24, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Join the friends of the library to have a first look at the book sale! Paperbacks $2 Hard cover $4

Thu, Apr 25, 10:00am - 8:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Paperback's $2 Hard covers $4

Thu, Apr 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen Area
Both beginners and advanced fiber artists are welcome! Ages 12+

Fri, Apr 26, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Paperback's $2 Hard covers $4

Sat, Apr 27, 10:00am - 1:30pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Paperback's $2 Hard covers $4

Sun, Apr 28, 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)! Recommended ages 3-6

Mon, Apr 29, 10:15am - 10:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Crawl, scoot and wiggle to Baby Time! Fingerplay and songs for Ages 0-14 Months.

Mon, Apr 29, 11:15am - 11:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Crawl, scoot and wiggle to Baby Time! Fingerplay and songs for Ages 0-14 Months.

Mon, Apr 29, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen Area
Tabletop games where teens can socialize, learn tabletop games, and learn critical thinking and strategy. All materials will be provided. Ages 12-18

Mon, Apr 29, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
The Library is for the dogs! 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

Tue, Apr 30, 10:15am - 10:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Clap with glee for Stories and Songs! Perfect for toddlers and siblings. Come enjoy the fingerplay, songs and story-telling with us. Ages 0-5  

Tue, Apr 30, 11:15am - 11:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Clap with glee for Stories and Songs! Perfect for toddlers and siblings. Come enjoy the fingerplay, songs and story-telling with us. Ages 0-5  

Tue, Apr 30, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
In celebration of the All Alexandria Reads theme of Courage we are diving into different aspects of courage all month with themed stories and a craft. Ages 3+ with a caregiver. Recommended Ages 3-5

Tue, Apr 30, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Introducing the community to D&D through introductory sessions, one-shots, and campaigns. Depending on age range and attendance the groups will be organized by age. Registration required. Ages 12-18
This event is full

Tue, Apr 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen Area
Do you love reading YA books? Do you wish you had others to discuss these books with? Then this is the book club for you! Ages 13+
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