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Mindfulness 101 for Teens
2026-08-18 14:00:00 2026-08-18 15:30:00 America/New_York Mindfulness 101 for Teens Feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or just not sure what comes next? Join us for a mindfulness workshop just for teens! (Ages 14-18) James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room

Tuesday, August 18
2:00pm - 3:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-08-18 14:00:00 2026-08-18 15:30:00 America/New_York Mindfulness 101 for Teens Feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or just not sure what comes next? Join us for a mindfulness workshop just for teens! (Ages 14-18) James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room

James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library

Beth Patridge Meeting Room

Feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or just not sure what comes next? Join us for a mindfulness workshop just for teens! (Ages 14-18)

Feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or just not sure what comes next? Join certified mindful performance coach, Yvette "Evie" Trapani, for a free 90-minute workshop designed just for high schoolers - whether you're heading into graduation season or simply trying to keep up with the everyday demands of school. In this relaxed, no-pressure session, you'll pick up practical tools to manage stress, quiet the mental noise, and build confidence about what's ahead. No experience needed - just come as you are.

AGE GROUP: | Teens |

EVENT TYPE: | Teens |

TAGS: | Teens | Mindfulness | Meditation |

James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library
kpayne@alexlibraryva.org
Phone: 703.746.1705
Fax: 703.746.1785
Branch manager
Kayla Selsky
Hours
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Mon, Jul 06 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jul 07 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jul 08 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jul 09 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Jul 10 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jul 11 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jul 12 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: A11, A12
  • DASH Bus: 33

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

Upcoming Events

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VETOGA Weekly Community Yoga (Hatha-Raja) - Dharma Level II lessons hosted by Adam Shaw
Sat, Jul 11, 10:30am - 11:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
All levels are welcome, to stretch, breathe and cultivate connections with body-heart-mind-spirit
Registration is now closed
Preschool STEAM Sundays
Sun, Jul 12, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) activities for ages 3-6 actividades de ciencia, arte, ingeniería, tecnología, y matemáticas para niños 3-6
Baby Time
Mon, Jul 13, 10:15am - 10:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Wiggle, crawl and clap at Baby Time! (0-14 months) Tickets Required. 0-14 meses, se requieren boletos.
Baby Time
Mon, Jul 13, 11:15am - 11:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Wiggle, crawl and clap at Baby Time! (0-14 months) Tickets Required. 0-14 meses, se requieren boletos.
Friends of Duncan Library - Board Meeting
Mon, Jul 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Join us for a free and open to the public meeting where the Friends of Duncan Library Board will share updates about the staff, library programming, book sales, and more!
Midday Mindful Refresh
Tue, Jul 14, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
30-minute sessions designed for busy lives
Robotics for Kids!
Tue, Jul 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Build your own walkie-talkie and radio! Ages 8-12.
This event is full
Duncan and Dragons - The Kingdoms of Living Giants
Tue, Jul 14, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen Area
Join DM John in a dino DnD adventure! Ages 13-18. Registration required.
This event is full
Stories and Songs
Thu, Jul 16, 10:15am - 10:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room,Children's Area
Come join us for engaging stories that are worth gathering for. Great for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5. Tickets Required. Edades 0-5, se requieren boletos.
Stories and Songs
Thu, Jul 16, 11:15am - 11:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room,Children's Area
Come join us for engaging stories that are worth gathering for. Great for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5. Tickets Required. Edades 0-5, se requieren boletos.
Rescheduled
Robotics for Kids!
Thu, Jul 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
New date Tuesday, July 21, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Build your own walkie-talkie and radio! Ages 8-12.
VETOGA Weekly Community Yoga (Hatha-Raja) - Dharma Level II lessons hosted by Adam Shaw
Sat, Jul 18, 10:30am - 11:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
All levels are welcome, to stretch, breathe and cultivate connections with body-heart-mind-spirit
This event is full
Sunday Story Time
Sun, Jul 19, 1:15pm - 1:45pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Wiggle, crawl and clap at Story Time! Fingerplay and songs for Ages 0-24 months. Tickets required De 0 a 24 meses. Sala de reuniones de Duncan Library. Se requieren boletos.
Baby Time
Mon, Jul 20, 10:15am - 10:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Wiggle, crawl and clap at Baby Time! (0-14 months) Tickets Required. 0-14 meses, se requieren boletos.
Baby Time
Mon, Jul 20, 11:15am - 11:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Wiggle, crawl and clap at Baby Time! (0-14 months) Tickets Required. 0-14 meses, se requieren boletos.
Stability in Motion - A Weekly Yoga Class with Seven Petals Yoga
Mon, Jul 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Join us for an all-levels yoga class that invites you to connect with your body, build stability over time, and deepen your practice in a supportive, welcoming environment—no prior experience needed
This event is full
Robotics for Kids!
Tue, Jul 21, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Build your own walkie-talkie and radio! Ages 8-12.
This event is full
Duncan and Dragons - The Kingdoms of Living Giants
Tue, Jul 21, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Join DM John in a dino DnD adventure! Ages 13-18. Registration required.
This event is full
Stories and Songs
Thu, Jul 23, 10:15am - 10:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room,Children's Area
Come join us for engaging stories that are worth gathering for. Great for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5. Tickets Required. Edades 0-5, se requieren boletos.
Stories and Songs
Thu, Jul 23, 11:15am - 11:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room,Children's Area
Come join us for engaging stories that are worth gathering for. Great for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5. Tickets Required. Edades 0-5, se requieren boletos.
Robotics for Kids!
Thu, Jul 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Build your own robot! Ages 8-12.
This event is full
Teen Book Club
Fri, Jul 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Come talk books and do some bookish crafts!
VETOGA Weekly Community Yoga (Hatha-Raja) - Dharma Level II lessons hosted by Adam Shaw
Sat, Jul 25, 10:30am - 11:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
All levels are welcome, to stretch, breathe and cultivate connections with body-heart-mind-spirit
This event is full
Preschool STEAM Sundays
Sun, Jul 26, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) activities for ages 3-6 actividades de ciencia, arte, ingeniería, tecnología, y matemáticas para niños 3-6
Baby Time
Mon, Jul 27, 10:15am - 10:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Wiggle, crawl and clap at Baby Time! (0-14 months) Tickets Required. 0-14 meses, se requieren boletos.
Baby Time
Mon, Jul 27, 11:15am - 11:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Wiggle, crawl and clap at Baby Time! (0-14 months) Tickets Required. 0-14 meses, se requieren boletos.
Rescheduled
Robotics for Kids!
Mon, Jul 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
New date Thursday, July 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Build your own robot! Ages 8-12.
Stability in Motion - A Weekly Yoga Class with Seven Petals Yoga
Mon, Jul 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Join us for an all-levels yoga class that invites you to connect with your body, build stability over time, and deepen your practice in a supportive, welcoming environment—no prior experience needed
This event is full
Midday Mindful Refresh
Tue, Jul 28, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
30-minute sessions designed for busy lives
Kids and Family Yoga with ARISE Educational Services - Learn. Breathe. Rise.
Tue, Jul 28, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Yoga, literacy, and family fun! Registration required. (Ages 3-8) ¡Yoga, alfabetización, y diversión familiar! Hay que registrarse. (Edades 3-8)
This event is full
Duncan and Dragons - The Kingdoms of Living Giants
Tue, Jul 28, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Join DM John in a dino DnD adventure! Ages 13-18. Registration required.
This event is full
Rescheduled
Teen Book Club
Wed, Jul 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
New date Friday, July 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Come talk books and do some bookish crafts!
DIY Teacup Fairy Garden - ADULTS ONLY
Wed, Jul 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
"But some day you will be old enough to start reading fairy tales again..." (C.S. Lewis) Are you ready to create a tiny magical world inside a teacup?
This event is full
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