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JAMES M. DUNCAN BRANCH LIBRARY

Hours & Location

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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Address
2501 Commonwealth Avenue
Alexandria
Alexandria, VA 22301
Tel: 703.746.1705
Fax: 703.746.1785
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
Baby Time - Hora de bebés
Mon, Jul 15, 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 15, 11:15am - 11:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Wiggle, crawl and clap at Baby Time! Fingerplay and songs for Ages 0-14 Months.
Who Was! Mobile Experience at Duncan Library!
Mon, Jul 15, 4:30pm - 7:30pm
In partnership with Hooray for Books! and Penguin Random House comes the Who Was! Mobile Experience. Join us for an experience that will be the highlight of your summer! Recommended Ages 6-12
Tabletop Games and Teens
Mon, Jul 15, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen Area
Where teens can socialize, strategize and learn tabletop games. All materials will be provided. Ages 12-18
Little Miss Ann
Tue, Jul 16, 10:00am - 10:45am
Butterfly Garden
Join Little Miss Ann as she sings both reinvented classics as well as upbeat, interactive fun originals that will inspire kids to sing, jump, clap, and dance! (Ages 0-5)
Duncan and Dragons
Tue, Jul 16, 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
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+
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