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Science Saturday: Spooky Science

Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Deale - Community Meeting Room at Deale Library
Program Type:
Special Events, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Try out some creepy cool experiments and learn about the spooky science behind what's happening! 

Required
Library Branch: Deale Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Deale - Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Special Events, STEM/STEAM
Required
Event Details:

Try out some creepy cool experiments and learn about the spooky science behind what's happening! 

Person with gardening gloves planting flowers in soil

ASK A MASTER GARDENER: Small Space Container Gardening

Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Severna Park - Community Meeting Room at Severna Park Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Gardening & Environment
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Master Gardener will offer small space garden suggestions and solutions. Will also provide container garden examples that are apartment living friendly. 

Library Branch: Severna Park Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Severna Park - Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Gardening & Environment
Event Details:

Master Gardener will offer small space garden suggestions and solutions. Will also provide container garden examples that are apartment living friendly. 

picture of exercise ball and people using drumsticks

Cardio Drumming For Fun and Fitness

Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 12:45pm - 1:15pm
Deale - Community Meeting Room at Deale Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Older Americans
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Come and try Cardio Drumming for Fun & Fitness. You can stand or sit for this program where we will tap, stretch and move to music while drumming on large fitness balls.  ...

Library Branch: Deale Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Deale - Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Older Americans
Event Details:

Come and try Cardio Drumming for Fun & Fitness. You can stand or sit for this program where we will tap, stretch and move to music while drumming on large fitness balls. 

Note: Special time for this date only: 12:45pm

Disclaimer(s)

Release and Waiver Form

This program requires the completion of a Release and Waiver form.

Este programa requiere completar un formulario de liberación y renuncia.

 

Mexican folk dance group posing for a photo. 3 men standing up, 3 women standing up, and 3 other women sitting down.

Bailes de Mi Tierra Dance Performance

Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Discoveries - Crate and Barrel Court at Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Program Type:
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Hispanic/Latino Interest, Performing Arts & Music, Special Events
Age Group:
All
Event Details:

Celebrate the end of Hispanic Heritage Month by watching a traditional Mexican folk dance performance by Bailes de Mi Tierra dance group!  ¡Celebra el final del Mes de la H...

Library Branch: Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Discoveries - Crate and Barrel Court
Age Group: All
Program Type: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Hispanic/Latino Interest, Performing Arts & Music, Special Events
Event Details:

Celebrate the end of Hispanic Heritage Month by watching a traditional Mexican folk dance performance by Bailes de Mi Tierra dance group! 

Portrait of woman, miniature ship on right corner, ballet slippers on right corner

Meet the Author: Katherine Haas

Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Eastport-Annapolis Neck - Community Meeting Room at Eastport-Annapolis Neck Library
Program Type:
Asian/Pacific American Interest, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Older Americans, Women’s Interest
Age Group:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Join us for an inspiring event with Katherine Haas, a longtime Annapolis resident of 50 years. Katherine will read excerpts from her book, Little Jade, which recounts her journey a...

Required
Library Branch: Eastport-Annapolis Neck Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Eastport-Annapolis Neck - Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Asian/Pacific American Interest, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Older Americans, Women’s Interest
Required
Event Details:

Join us for an inspiring event with Katherine Haas, a longtime Annapolis resident of 50 years.

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.

Stitch n'Chat Details

Stitch n'Chat

Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Mountain Road Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Special Events
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Join us for some social stitching! All types of stitchers are welcome.

Library Branch: Mountain Road Library
Age Group: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Special Events
Event Details:

Join us for some social stitching! All types of stitchers are welcome.

Cartoon style bag of movie popcorn crafting with rainbow yarn

Flicks with Sticks: Gregory's Girl (1981; PG)

Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Busch Annapolis - Campbell-Chambliss Community Meeting Room AB (Both Sides) at Busch Annapolis Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Movies
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Bring your knitting, crocheting, other needlework and enjoy crafting along to a movie! Patterns will be provided for those who wish to knit or crochet items requested by Luminis An...

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)
Age Group: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Movies
Event Details:

Bring your knitting, crocheting, other needlework and enjoy crafting along to a movie! Patterns will be provided for those who wish to knit or crochet items requested by Luminis Anne Arundel Medical Center. Non-crafters also very welcome.

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.

tarot

Beyond the Veil - Exploring Questions with Tarot

Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Deale - Community Meeting Room at Deale Library
Program Type:
Special Events
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

From the Fool's Journey to the Minor Arcana, learn the basics of Tarot, and this 15th century card game became a tool of self-reflection and discovery. Work with tarot decks t...

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

From the Fool's Journey to the Minor Arcana, learn the basics of Tarot, and this 15th century card game became a tool of self-reflection and discovery. Work with tarot decks to unlock a deeper understanding of yourself, and even seek guidance

An adult coloring at a table

Color Me Calm

Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Severna Park - Community Meeting Room at Severna Park Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Neurodivergent / Neurodiverse, Older Americans
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Are you looking for some peace and quiet to let your inner artist emerge? Come join us in this peaceful and low-stimulus environment.  Feel free to use our coloring materials ...

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

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

Group chair yoga class, four people sitting in chairs, stretching their arms over their heads

Chair Yoga for Beginners

Monday, October 21, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Crofton Community Meeting Room at Crofton Library
Program Type:
Accessibility, Adult Learning, Health & Wellness, Older Americans, Women’s Interest
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

A modified Hatha yoga class focuses on increasing range of motion and mobility. The postures in this adaptive class take place either seated in a chair or standing while using a ch...

Required
Library Branch: Crofton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Crofton Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Accessibility, Adult Learning, Health & Wellness, Older Americans, Women’s Interest
Required
Event Details:

A modified Hatha yoga class focuses on increasing range of motion and mobility. The postures in this adaptive class take place either seated in a chair or standing while using a chair as support for balance.

Disclaimer(s)

Release and Waiver Form

This program requires the completion of a Release and Waiver form.

Este programa requiere completar un formulario de liberación y renuncia.

 

Remarkably Bright Creatures book cover image

South County Senior Center Book Club - Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt

Monday, October 21, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Edgewater - Community Meeting Room at Edgewater Library
Program Type:
Books and Writing, Older Americans
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

This month we will be discussing Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt. This book club is held in partnership with the South County Senior Activity Center. All are we...

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

This month we will be discussing Remarkably Bright Crea

A cookbook, carton of eggs and a whisk

Autumn Cookie Decorating Workshop

Monday, October 21, 2024 at 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Broadneck - Community Meeting Room at Broadneck Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Special Events
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), All
Event Details:

Decorate sugar cookies inspired by the season! All are welcome. **Please register attendees individually.**

Required
Library Branch: Broadneck Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Broadneck - Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), All
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Special Events
Required
Event Details:

Decorate sugar cookies inspired by the season! All are welcome.

**Please register attendees individually.**

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.

Stacks of quarters showing growing on soil with plants growing from the top.

Financial Literacy: Debt & Large Purchases

Monday, October 21, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Edgewater - Community Meeting Room at Edgewater Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

When making large purchases, a little preparation can go a long way in saving you money and time, eliminating debt, and ensuring your satisfaction. Learn how to align your financia...

Required
Library Branch: Edgewater Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Edgewater - Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning
Required
Event Details:

When making large purchases, a little preparation can go a long way in saving you money and time, eliminating debt, and ensuring your satisfaction. Learn how to align your financial goals with financial planner Nicholas Lamanna.

Movie Night: Hocus Pocus

Monday, October 21, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Riviera Beach - Community Meeting Room AB at Riviera Beach Library
Program Type:
Holiday, Movies
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Event Details:

I put a spell on you!  Come root for the Sanderson Sisters as the run amok amok amok in Salem! Costumes encouraged but not required. Popcorn and candy while supplies las...

Library Branch: Riviera Beach Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Riviera Beach - Community Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Program Type: Holiday, Movies
Event Details:

I put a spell on you! 

Come root for the Sanderson Sisters as the run amok amok amok in Salem! Costumes encouraged but not required.

Popcorn and candy while supplies last!

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.

deale anime club

Anime & Manga Club

Monday, October 21, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Deale - Community Meeting Room at Deale Library
Program Type:
Special Events
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Come hangout with us for Anime and Manga Club! Come hangout with us for Anime and Manga Share your favorites, what you are currently watching/reading, artwork and cosplay. We will ...

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

Come hangout with us for Anime and Manga Club! Come hangout with us for Anime and Manga Share your favorites, what you are currently watching/reading, artwork and cosplay. We will have discussions, play games, watch shows, and more! 

Anne Arundel Community College logo

Anne Arundel Community College Information Session

Monday, October 21, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Severna Park - Community Meeting Room at Severna Park Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Career Development
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Trying to decide what your next step is after High School? Looking to change careers? Are you an older adult who wants to go back to finish a degree, or do you simply want take a f...

Library Branch: Severna Park Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Severna Park - Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Career Development
Event Details:

Trying to decide what your next step is after High School? Looking to change careers? Are you an older adult who wants to go back to finish a degree, or do you simply want take a few classes for your own growth?

two hands over a circular work of art made of paper

Paper Crafts Night!

Monday, October 21, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Glen Burnie Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Create beautiful works of art using paper! Book pages, origami paper, card stock will all be used to create different wondrous crafts.

Library Branch: Glen Burnie Library
Age Group: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Arts & DIY
Event Details:

Create beautiful works of art using paper! Book pages, origami paper, card stock will all be used to create different wondrous crafts.

The word "wellness" on a green leaf

Yoga for You

Monday, October 21, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Mountain Road Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Special Events
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Practice breath work and physical poses that best support your physical and emotional needs so you can cultivate and maintain a stronger mind-body connection on and off your m...

Required
Library Branch: Mountain Road Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Special Events
Required
Event Details:

Practice breath work and physical poses that best support your physical and emotional needs so you can cultivate and maintain a stronger mind-body connection on and off your mat.  Through gentle guidance from an experienced and trusted y

Woman assisting patron at desktop computer

Google Docs Basics

Monday, October 21, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Odenton - Computer Lab at Odenton Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Learn Google Docs basics including word processing app on Google Workspace, with formatting text, shapes, text boxes, Word Art & more. The class will be taught on library la...

Required
Library Branch: Odenton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Odenton - Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Technology
Required
Event Details:

Learn Google Docs basics including word processing app on Google Workspace, with formatting text, shapes, text boxes, Word Art & more.

The class will be taught on library laptops in the computer lab.

Preserve Your Family Memories

Monday, October 21, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Odenton - Creation Station/Memory Lab at Odenton Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Learn how to use our Memory Lab technology to digitize your family photos, slides, and home movies. Participants who complete this class will be certified to book the Odenton Libra...

Library Branch: Odenton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Odenton - Creation Station/Memory Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Technology
Event Details:

Learn how to use our Memory Lab technology to digitize your family photos, slides, and home movies. Participants who complete this class will be certified to book the Odenton Library's Memory Lab for independent appointments. 

A cookbook, carton of eggs and a whisk

Autumn Cookie Decorating Workshop

Monday, October 21, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Broadneck - Community Meeting Room at Broadneck Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Special Events
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), All
Event Details:

Decorate sugar cookies inspired by the season! All are welcome. **Please register attendees individually.**

Required
Library Branch: Broadneck Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Broadneck - Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), All
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Special Events
Required
Event Details:

Decorate sugar cookies inspired by the season! All are welcome.

**Please register attendees individually.**

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.

a peace lily plant in a gray pot with the AACPL logo

Crofton Houseplant Club

Monday, October 21, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Crofton Community Meeting Room at Crofton Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Gardening & Environment
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

We welcome houseplant enthusiasts of all experience levels to join us for an evening full of planty fun! There will be a brief informational session, followed by show-and-tell and ...

Library Branch: Crofton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Crofton Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Gardening & Environment
Event Details:

We welcome houseplant enthusiasts of all experience levels to join us for an evening full of planty fun! There will be a brief informational session, followed by show-and-tell and plenty of time for questions and discussion.

Woman assisting patron at desktop computer

Intro to Online Learning

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Online Events
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Technology
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

AACPL customers have access to a wealth of online learning resources with just their library card. Learn about resources offered and how to access them. Topics include Rosetta...

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

AACPL customers have access to a wealth of online learning resources with just their library card. Learn about resources offered and how to access them.

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

Paint Night

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:15pm
Odenton - Creation Station at Odenton Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Special Events
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a relaxing and fun acrylic paint night! Follow the instructor's detailed guide and create an art piece related to the season. Highly recommended to arrive as close t...

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

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

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.