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Nicole T. Livingston

Estate Planning Essentials

Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Severna Park - Community Meeting Room at Severna Park Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Business and Finance, Older Americans
Audience:
Adults
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Attorney Nicole T. Livingston of McKenna, Russo, Livingston, Burkett & Burgy, will present on “Estate Planning Essentials.” She will discuss the differences between Wills and Trusts, Power of Attorney, Medical Directives and more.

Required
Library Branch: Severna Park Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Severna Park - Community Meeting Room
Audience: Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Business and Finance, Older Americans
Required
Event Details:

Attorney Nicole T. Livingston of McKenna, Russo, Livingston, Burkett & Burgy, will present on “Estate Planning Essentials.” She will discuss the differences between Wills and Trusts, Power of Attorney, Medical Directives and more.

Disclaimer(s)

Walk-Ins Welcome

Registration helps us plan, but walk-ins are welcome when space is available.

Nos ayuda planear si se inscribe de antemano, pero puede entrar sin inscribirse si hay cupos disponibles.

Various people playing card game

Scrabble

Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Mountain Road Library
Program Type:
Games
Audience:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
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Exercise your brain with a friendly game of Scrabble! For teens and adults.

Library Branch: Mountain Road Library
Audience: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Exercise your brain with a friendly game of Scrabble! For teens and adults.

Inreach: Vet Center Information Table

Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Odenton - Lobby at Odenton Library
Program Type:
Military/Veterans Interest
Audience:
Adults
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Inreach tabling event with information/resources of particular interest to military servicemembers, veterans and their families.

Library Branch: Odenton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Odenton - Lobby
Audience: Adults
Program Type: Military/Veterans Interest
Event Details:

Inreach tabling event with information/resources of particular interest to military servicemembers, veterans and their families.

A white canvas, colorful watercolor paint pan, and several brushes are arranged on a wooden background

Paint Night

Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:15pm
Odenton - Community Meeting Room AB at Odenton Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Special Events
Audience:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
:

Join us for a relaxing and fun watercolor paint night! Follow the instructor's detailed guide and create an art piece related to the season.

Required
Library Branch: Odenton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Odenton - Community Meeting Room AB
Audience: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Special Events
Required
Event Details:

Join us for a relaxing and fun watercolor paint night! Follow the instructor's detailed guide and create an art piece related to the season.

An image of a teen and adult driving in a car together.

Car Ownership for Teens & Young Adults

Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Online Events
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Special Events
Audience:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
:

Come join us and Chaya Milchtein, the Mech Shop Femme, and learn all about the basics of car ownership! 

This workshop covers warning lights, when to tow a car, how to say no to a mechanic, and more.

Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online Events
Audience: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Special Events
Required
Event Details:

Come join us and Chaya Milchtein, the Mech Shop Femme, and learn all about the basics of car ownership! 

This workshop covers warning lights, when to tow a car, how to say no to a mechanic, and more.

oxalis small houseplant

Plant Swap and Share

Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Glen Burnie Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment
Audience:
Adults, All
:

Have you noticed the many plants in our branch? Learn about our plants and how we keep them happy, and share tips with fellow plant lovers. Includes demonstration of taking cuttings and potting.

Library Branch: Glen Burnie Library
Audience: Adults, All
Program Type: Gardening & Environment
Event Details:

Have you noticed the many plants in our branch? Learn about our plants and how we keep them happy, and share tips with fellow plant lovers. Includes demonstration of taking cuttings and potting.

book cover for The Truth About Dragons

Art Night: The Truth About Dragons

Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Severna Park - Community Meeting Room at Severna Park Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Asian/Pacific American Interest
Audience:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
:

Make art inspired by a picture book! We'll talk about the illustration, then create art in the style of the book using the illustrator's tools and techniques. Best for ages 8 and up.

Library Branch: Severna Park Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Severna Park - Community Meeting Room
Audience: Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Asian/Pacific American Interest
Event Details:

Make art inspired by a picture book! We'll talk about the illustration, then create art in the style of the book using the illustrator's tools and techniques. Best for ages 8 and up.

bag and box with groceries

Mobile Food Pantry | Despensa Móvil de Alimentos

Friday, May 30, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Eastport - Other In-library location at Eastport-Annapolis Neck Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Special Events
Audience:
Adults
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Blessed in Tech Ministries will be providing fresh produce, canned and dry foods. The distribution will take place in the library parking lot.

Library Branch: Eastport-Annapolis Neck Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Eastport - Other In-library location
Audience: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Special Events
Event Details:

Blessed in Tech Ministries will be providing fresh produce, canned and dry foods. The distribution will take place in the library parking lot.

Paper shredder

Community Shred Event

Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Severna Park - Other In-library location at Severna Park Library
Program Type:
Community Services, Special Events, Outdoor Event
Audience:
Adults
:

Help the planet by participating in our Community Shred Event.  Shredding unwanted paper helps keep it out of the landfill!

Library Branch: Severna Park Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Severna Park - Other In-library location
Audience: Adults
Program Type: Community Services, Special Events, Outdoor Event
Event Details:

Help the planet by participating in our Community Shred Event.  Shredding unwanted paper helps keep it out of the landfill!

Introduction to Meditation

Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Edgewater - Community Meeting Room at Edgewater Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Special Events
Audience:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
:

Discover the transformative power of mindfulness with our Introduction to Meditation program. This beginner-friendly course is designed to help you learn to cultivate inner peace, reduce stress, and enhance mental clarity.

Library Branch: Edgewater Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Edgewater - Community Meeting Room
Audience: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Special Events
Event Details:

Discover the transformative power of mindfulness with our Introduction to Meditation program. This beginner-friendly course is designed to help you learn to cultivate inner peace, reduce stress, and enhance mental clarity.

Books arranged in semi circle

Comics and Graphic Novels Club

Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Odenton - Staff Conference Room at Odenton Library
Program Type:
Books and Writing
Audience:
Adults
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Join other comic and graphic novel fans to discuss what you are currently reading and recommend other books that the group would enjoy in our quarterly book club.

Library Branch: Odenton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Odenton - Staff Conference Room
Audience: Adults
Program Type: Books and Writing
Event Details:

Join other comic and graphic novel fans to discuss what you are currently reading and recommend other books that the group would enjoy in our quarterly book club.

An adult coloring at a table

Color Me Calm

Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Severna Park - Community Meeting Room at Severna Park Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Health & Wellness, Neurodivergent / Neurodiverse, Older Americans
Audience:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
:

Are you looking for some peace and quiet to let your inner artist emerge?

Library Branch: Severna Park Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Severna Park - Community Meeting Room
Audience: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Health & Wellness, Neurodivergent / Neurodiverse, Older Americans
Event Details:

Are you looking for some peace and quiet to let your inner artist emerge?

Anne Arundel County Library card shown in the foreground of an early evening photo overlooking Quebec City

Have Library Card, Will Travel 2025

All Day
Online Events
Program Type:
Special Events
Audience:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
:

Take a photo of yourself holding your Anne Arundel County Public Library card on your summer vacation or staycation. Tag @aacpl on Facebook, Instagram, Threads or Bluesky (make sure the photo is publicly viewable) and we'll reshare!

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online Events
Audience: Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Program Type: Special Events
Event Details:

Take a photo of yourself holding your Anne Arundel County Public Library card on your summer vacation or staycation. Tag @aacpl on Facebook, Instagram, Threads or Bluesky (make sure the photo is publicly viewable) and we'll reshare!

Books arranged in semi circle

Summer Book Bags at Discoveries

All Day 6/2 - 6/7
Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Program Type:
Books and Writing
Audience:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
:

Let Discoveries help you get started on your summer reading with a bag filled with personalized book selections. Each bag comes with some new reads, plus a small treat!

Library Branch: Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Audience: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Program Type: Books and Writing
Event Details:

Let Discoveries help you get started on your summer reading with a bag filled with personalized book selections. Each bag comes with some new reads, plus a small treat!

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at library programs has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Alergias Alimentarias: La Biblioteca no puede garantizar que la comida servida en los programas no ha estado en contacto con las nueces de árbol, la soya, u otros alérgenos.

Blood Drive Heart

American Red Cross Blood Drive

Monday, June 2, 2025 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Busch Annapolis - Campbell-Chambliss Community Meeting Room AB (Both Sides) at Busch Annapolis Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Special Events
Audience:
Adults
:

Did you know one blood donation can potentially save up to three lives? Come join us and the Red Cross in making a difference and donate your blood today!

Library Branch: Busch Annapolis Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Busch Annapolis - Campbell-Chambliss Community Meeting Room AB (Both Sides)
Audience: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Special Events
Event Details:

Did you know one blood donation can potentially save up to three lives? Come join us and the Red Cross in making a difference and donate your blood today!

All Systems Red (The Murderbot Diaries) by Martha Wells

Arnold Senior Center Book Club

Monday, June 2, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Broadneck - Community Meeting Room at Broadneck Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Books and Writing, Older Americans
Audience:
Adults
:

We will be discussing All Systems Red (The Murderbot Diari

Library Branch: Broadneck Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Broadneck - Community Meeting Room
Audience: Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Books and Writing, Older Americans
Event Details:

We will be discussing All Systems Red (The Murderbot Diari

scrapbook journal

Scrapbooking at the Library!

Monday, June 2, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Severn - Community Meeting Room A at Severn Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Special Events
Audience:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
:

Join us for a relaxed scrapbooking hangout! We will provide scrapbooks and a variety of supplies! 

Library Branch: Severn Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Severn - Community Meeting Room A
Audience: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Special Events
Event Details:

Join us for a relaxed scrapbooking hangout! We will provide scrapbooks and a variety of supplies! 

letters STEAM

Homeschool STEAM: Diamonds in the Sand

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Eastport-Annapolis Neck - Community Meeting Room at Eastport-Annapolis Neck Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Audience:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
:

Join us to explore the fascinating world of terrapins, Maryland’s state reptile! Discover the skills scientists use and learn how human actions and natural forces shape their survival.

Library Branch: Eastport-Annapolis Neck Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Eastport-Annapolis Neck - Community Meeting Room
Audience: Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

Join us to explore the fascinating world of terrapins, Maryland’s state reptile! Discover the skills scientists use and learn how human actions and natural forces shape their survival.

Person knitting with blue yarn

Skeins & Stitches

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Edgewater - Community Meeting Room at Edgewater Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY
Audience:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
:

Meet old friends and new while sharing your talents with others as we teach and learn the relaxing craft of knitting, crocheting and all forms of needlework. Everyone is welcome.

Library Branch: Edgewater Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Edgewater - Community Meeting Room
Audience: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Arts & DIY
Event Details:

Meet old friends and new while sharing your talents with others as we teach and learn the relaxing craft of knitting, crocheting and all forms of needlework. Everyone is welcome.

Easy Ukulele Learn and Strum

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Edgewater - Community Meeting Room at Edgewater Library
Program Type:
Special Events
Audience:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
:

It's easier than you think to have fun playing the ukulele. We start with the basics, and you'll be playing songs by the end of your first session. Don't have a ukulele?

Required
Library Branch: Edgewater Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Edgewater - Community Meeting Room
Audience: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Special Events
Required
Event Details:

It's easier than you think to have fun playing the ukulele. We start with the basics, and you'll be playing songs by the end of your first session. Don't have a ukulele?

Pride Film Fest Series

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Riviera Beach - Community Meeting Room AB at Riviera Beach Library
Program Type:
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, LGBTQIA+ Interest
Audience:
Adults
:

Every Tuesday evening in June, we will show a well-received, award-winning film celebrating LGBTQ+ Pride. Join us for a few or all! Films are rated PG-13 or R and are geared to adult audiences. For film titles, contact the Riviera Beach Library.

Library Branch: Riviera Beach Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Riviera Beach - Community Meeting Room AB
Audience: Adults
Program Type: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, LGBTQIA+ Interest
Event Details:

Every Tuesday evening in June, we will show a well-received, award-winning film celebrating LGBTQ+ Pride. Join us for a few or all! Films are rated PG-13 or R and are geared to adult audiences. For film titles, contact the Riviera Beach Library.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at library programs has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Alergias Alimentarias: La Biblioteca no puede garantizar que la comida servida en los programas no ha estado en contacto con las nueces de árbol, la soya, u otros alérgenos.

Pantry

Tuesday Community Pantry

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Program Type:
Bilingual, Community Services
Audience:
All
:

The Community Pantry is open at Discoveries: The Library at the Mall the first Saturday of the month from 10 am until noon and the first T

Library Branch: Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Audience: All
Program Type: Bilingual, Community Services
Event Details:

The Community Pantry is open at Discoveries: The Library at the Mall the first Saturday of the month from 10 am until noon and the first T

Watercolor paints and a gradient painting of blue and pink

Share Your Story With Pride Community Art Project

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Severna Park - Community Meeting Room at Severna Park Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, LGBTQIA+ Interest, Special Events
Audience:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
:

Come express yourself and your identity through art! We'll supply a variety of materials for participants to create paintings, collages, and other multi-media pieces.

Library Branch: Severna Park Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Severna Park - Community Meeting Room
Audience: Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, LGBTQIA+ Interest, Special Events
Event Details:

Come express yourself and your identity through art! We'll supply a variety of materials for participants to create paintings, collages, and other multi-media pieces.

image of gavel and legal books

Ask a Lawyer in the Library - Virtual Program / Haga una pregunta a un abogado en la biblioteca - Programa Virtual

Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Online Events
Program Type:
Bilingual, Community Services, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Special Events
Audience:
Adults
:

Talk with a volunteer lawyer for up to 20 minutes about your civil, non-family legal problem for free! Once you have signed up, you will be sent an intake sheet and instructions for meeting with the attorney. To register for an appointme

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online Events
Audience: Adults
Program Type: Bilingual, Community Services, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Special Events
Event Details:

Talk with a volunteer lawyer for up to 20 minutes about your civil, non-family legal problem for free! Once you have signed up, you will be sent an intake sheet and instructions for meeting with the attorney. To register for an appointme

American Sign Language (ASL) interpreters are available with advanced notice for library-sponsored programs. To schedule an interpreter, complete this request form at least one week prior to the event date. For questions, email programming@aacpl.net.