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The Alexandria Library has compiled this list of resources to learn more about structural and systemic racism in the United States. Below is a brief list of related resource pages:

Reading About Race      |      African American History      |      Juneteenth
Virtual Programs at Alexandria Library
Check out our Virtual Programs!
 
While the Alexandria Library is closed, join us online for a virtual program!
Some events require registration prior to attending. View entire list here.

Sing Books with Emily
Wednesday, July 1 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Join Emily and her collection of unique musical instruments to hear your favorite books in a new way! All ages.

Science Tellers "Dragons" - Virtual Summer Quest
Wednesday, July 1 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
ScienceTellers has been providing children and their families with fun, experiential science education through the art of interactive storytelling.
America’s Birth Certificate - Learn what it really says
Wednesday, July 1 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Independence day celebrates a document that is well known, yet, not always well understood. Richard Bell is here to help deepen that understanding.
 

Afternoon Book Discussion Group - "Where the Crawdads Sing"
Thursday, July 2 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
The Afternoon Book Discussion Group meets on the first Thursday of each month at 1:30 PM. All are welcome!
 

Let's Talk - An ESL Conversation Class
Monday, July 6 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Interested in building your confidence in your use of English?
 

Mr. Gabe - Virtual Summer Quest
Monday, July 6 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Mr. Gabe is a singer and guitarist who performs original songs as well as familiar classics.
 

Family Story Time With Miss Lisa
Tuesday, July 7 and Tuesday, July 14 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Come to Miss Lisa's house for stories, songs and lots of interactive fun!
 

Magician Chris Michael
Tuesday, July 7 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Magician Chris Michael is sure to amaze you with his fun blend of magic and comedy! Best for ages 6-12.
Oh, Susannah!
Wednesday, July 8 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Join Oh, Susannah! for a fun family concert of familiar favorites and lively originals. All ages.

Groovy Nate - Virtual Summer Quest
Friday, July 10 at 11:00am - Noon
Groovy Nate creates fun and educational shows using exotic musical instruments, interactive movement, and puppet skits.
 

Saturday, July 11 at 10:30am - Noon
Part two of a three-part series focused on understanding the financial services industry.
 

Saturday, July 11 at 10:30am - Noon
Join Music of Asian America Research Center's Eric Hung and Nancy Yunhwa Rao for a program on Asian American entertainment during the Exclusion Era.
 

Sunday, July 12 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Many people have started reading books on the subject of race in the United States. This club aims to unite individuals to discuss these works and the themes they contain. This club is for all people.
 

Monday, July 13 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Interested in building your confidence in your use of English?
 

Monday, July 13 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Please join us online to discuss The Age of Innocence by Edith Wharton.
 

Monday, July 13 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Please join us for a virtual discussion of the 2012 Pulitzer Prize winning book Behind the Beautiful Forevers: Life, Death, and Hope in a Mumbai Undercity by Katherine Boo.
Wednesday, July 15 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
The Duncan Book Group meets on the third Wednesday of each month.
 
Join us on YouTube for Crafts, Songs and more
Want to get involved with Alexandria Library?
Support Alexandria Library and donate to the Samuel Tucker Fund!
 
Your donations to the Samuel Tucker Fund will help us purchase material and offer programs and training that center on civil rights, human rights, social freedoms and equality. Select "Samuel Tucker Fund" as your designation when making a donation. We appreciate your continued support to the Alexandria Library Foundation!
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