JAMES M. DUNCAN BRANCH LIBRARY
Duncan is closed to the public, however staff are working remotely and curbside service is available.
You may contact Duncan staff by phone or email during the following hours:
- Tuesday and Thursday : 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- Friday and Saturday: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Hours & Location
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| Mon, Aug 10 | 10:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Tue, Aug 11 | 10:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Wed, Aug 12 | 10:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Thu, Aug 13 | 10:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Fri, Aug 14 | 10:00AM to 5:00PM |
| Sat, Aug 15 | 10:00AM to 5:00PM |
| Sun, Aug 16 | 1:00PM to 5:00PM |
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Address
2501 Commonwealth Avenue
Alexandria, VA 22301
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: 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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Mon, Aug 17, 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
Tue, Aug 18, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
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)
Tue, Aug 18, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Join DM John in a dino DnD adventure! Ages 13-18. Registration required.
Thu, Aug 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Area
Both beginners and advanced fiber artists are welcome! Ages 13+
Sat, Aug 22, 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
Mon, Aug 24, 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
Tue, Aug 25, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
30-minute sessions designed for busy lives
Tue, Aug 25, 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
Tue, Aug 25, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen Area
Join DM John in a dino DnD adventure! Ages 13-18. Registration required.
Wed, Aug 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
🌱 Bring your plants, cuttings, and seeds to exchange with friends and neighbors! Plants must be healthy and pest free - bonus points for local! 🌱
Rescheduled
Thu, Aug 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
New date Saturday, August 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
By teens, for teens. Come talk books and do some bookish crafts! (Ages 15-18)
Thu, Aug 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen Area
Both beginners and advanced fiber artists are welcome! Ages 13+
Sat, Aug 29, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Join local clinical herbalist Kay Sidahmed for an educational presentation and conversation exploring the beneficial role herbal medicine can play in holistic and collaborative cancer care
Sat, Aug 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Teen Area
By teens, for teens. Come talk books and do some bookish crafts! (Ages 15-18)
Mon, Aug 31, 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.
Mon, Aug 31, 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.
Mon, Aug 31, 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
Tue, Sep 01, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen Area
Join DM John in a dino DnD adventure! Ages 13-18. Registration required.
Wed, Sep 02, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us the first Wednesday of the month for a relaxing session led by David Kosar with Yoga in Daily Life! We will learn methods, practices, and techniques to help guide you through yogic philosophy
Thu, Sep 03, 10:00am - 10:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
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.
Thu, Sep 03, 11:15am - 11:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
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.
Thu, Sep 03, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Do you have afternoons available? Join us at the Library for some coffee, confections, and conversation about the titles chosen by fellow book club members! 📚 ☕
Thu, Sep 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen Area
Both beginners and advanced fiber artists are welcome! Ages 13+
Fri, Sep 04, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Bring your best building brains! Ages 6-12 Edades 6-12
Sat, Sep 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Ages 12-18. Make a difference in your library and community by sharing your opinions, volunteering, and more!