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Homeschool Lunch & Recess

Monday, September 9, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Crofton Community Meeting Room at Crofton Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Games, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Event Details:

Bring your lunch and enjoy games and activities with your friends. 

Library Branch: Crofton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Crofton Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Games, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Bring your lunch and enjoy games and activities with your friends. 

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Arnold Senior Center Book Club

Monday, September 9, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Broadneck - Community Meeting Room at Broadneck Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Books and Writing, Older Americans
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

We will be discussing The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett at this month's meeting. This book club is held at the Broadneck Library in partnership with the Arnold Senior Center....

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

We will be discussing The Vanishing Half by

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Friends and Fiber Arts

Monday, September 9, 2024 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Odenton - Creation Station at Odenton Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Arts & DIY, Older Americans
Age Group:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Do you knit? Crochet? Embroider? Quilt? Cross-stitch? Or do you want to learn? We meet to share fiber arts projects, learn techniques, and make new friends. Beginning materials ...

Library Branch: Odenton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Odenton - Creation Station
Age Group: Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Arts & DIY, Older Americans
Event Details:

Do you knit? Crochet? Embroider? Quilt? Cross-stitch? Or do you want to learn?

We meet to share fiber arts projects, learn techniques, and make new friends. Beginning materials provided, if needed.

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Let's Chat in English! / ¡Charlemos en inglés!

Monday, September 9, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Discoveries - Programming Room at Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Bilingual, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Hispanic/Latino Interest
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Join our chatting hour to practice speaking English in a fun and in an informal setting. There will be topics to get us chatting. In addition, you will have the chance to learn abo...

Library Branch: Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Discoveries - Programming Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Bilingual, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Hispanic/Latino Interest
Event Details:

Join our chatting hour to practice speaking English in a fun and in an informal setting. There will be topics to get us chatting. In addition, you will have the chance to learn about FREE library resources available with your library card.

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Welcome to the Library Social Hour

Monday, September 9, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Edgewater - Community Meeting Room at Edgewater Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Books and Writing, Community Services, Special Events
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Event Details:

Welcome to your library! Whether you're a new library user, or you've had your card for ages, celebrate Library Card Sign Up Month at this fun and informative social hour. Learn ab...

Library Branch: Edgewater Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Edgewater - Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Program Type: Adult Learning, Books and Writing, Community Services, Special Events
Event Details:

Welcome to your library! Whether you're a new library user, or you've had your card for ages, celebrate Library Card Sign Up Month at this fun and informative social hour.

Movie Night

Monday, September 9, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Riviera Beach - Community Meeting Room AB at Riviera Beach Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Event Details:

Movie Night at Riviera Beach Library  Bring your blanket and pillow or use chairs provided and join us for Popcorn and a Movie! Movie Detail coming soon.  

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: Movies
Event Details:

Movie Night at Riviera Beach Library 

Bring your blanket and pillow or use chairs provided and join us for Popcorn and a Movie!

Movie Detail coming soon.  

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.

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English Conversation Club

Monday, September 9, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Online Events
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Hispanic/Latino Interest, Special Events
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Get together to practice speaking English. All levels and native languages are welcome. Registration is required to receive the Zoom link. Únase a nosotros para practica...

Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online Events
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Hispanic/Latino Interest, Special Events
Required
Event Details:

Get together to practice speaking English. All levels and native languages are welcome.

Registration is required to receive the Zoom link.

green background with oranges and an image of coffee with the words English-Spanish Conversation Hour in english and spanish/fondo verde con naranjas y una imagen de café con las palabras Hora de conversación inglés-español en inglés y español

English-Spanish Conversation Hour

Monday, September 9, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Glen Burnie Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Bilingual, Hispanic/Latino Interest
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Want to practice your Spanish or English speaking skills but don't have anyone to talk to? Join our conversation hour! There will be snacks, conversation prompts, and the chance to...

Library Branch: Glen Burnie Library
Age Group: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Bilingual, Hispanic/Latino Interest
Event Details:

Want to practice your Spanish or English speaking skills but don't have anyone to talk to? Join our conversation hour! There will be snacks, conversation prompts, and the chance to learn about library and county resources!

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.

Fraud Prevention

Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Riviera Beach - Community Meeting Room AB at Riviera Beach Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Understanding the different types of fraud will help you avoid becoming a victim. Stay informed on the latest fraud threats with us. Presented by M&T Bank

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: Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning
Event Details:

Understanding the different types of fraud will help you avoid becoming a victim. Stay informed on the latest fraud threats with us.

Presented by M&T Bank

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Stitchin' in the Stacks

Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Severna Park - Other In-library location at Severna Park Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Bring your project and join fellow crafters on the main library floor for a stitchin' good time. All crafters welcome.

Library Branch: Severna Park Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Severna Park - Other In-library location
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & DIY
Event Details:

Bring your project and join fellow crafters on the main library floor for a stitchin' good time. All crafters welcome.

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Anime & Manga Club for Adults!

Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:45pm
Glen Burnie Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Books and Writing, Games, LGBTQIA+ Interest, Neurodivergent / Neurodiverse, Special Events
Age Group:
Adults
Anime/Manga Club:

Share in the love of Japanese animation and comics! Come join your fellow Otaku and enjoy anime watching, manga discussions, games, creating, and more! Light snacks provided and co...

Library Branch: Glen Burnie Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Books and Writing, Games, LGBTQIA+ Interest, Neurodivergent / Neurodiverse, Special Events

Anime/Manga Club

Share in the love of Japanese animation and comics! Come join your fellow Otaku and enjoy anime watching, manga discussions, games, creating, and more! Light snacks provided and cosplay is always 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.

Classic Rock Talk!

Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Crofton Community Meeting Room at Crofton Library
Program Type:
Performing Arts & Music
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Celebrate and discuss the greatest classic rock artists and tunes!

Library Branch: Crofton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Crofton Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Performing Arts & Music
Event Details:

Celebrate and discuss the greatest classic rock artists and tunes!

Mia Moon Creations

Sound Healing and Reiki Meditation

Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Discoveries - Programming Room at Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Program Type:
Accessibility, Adult Learning, Asian/Pacific American Interest, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Experience sound healing and reiki meditation with Mia Moon Creations. These two practices will bring you to a state of calmness. At the end, enjoy an intuitive message to bring ...

Library Branch: Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Discoveries - Programming Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Accessibility, Adult Learning, Asian/Pacific American Interest, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Experience sound healing and reiki meditation with Mia Moon Creations. These two practices will bring you to a state of calmness. At the end, enjoy an intuitive message to bring clarity and healing.

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.

 

Flags on the Bayou

Co-Conspirators Book Club

Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Edgewater - Community Meeting Room at Edgewater Library
Program Type:
Books and Writing
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The Co-Conspirators love the mystery genre! Join us for a book club dedicated to mysteries and thrillers. This month, we will be discussing the Edgar Award book Flags on the B...

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: Books and Writing
Required
Event Details:

The Co-Conspirators love the mystery genre! Join us for a book club dedicated to mysteries and thrillers. This month, we will be discussing the Edgar Award book Flags on the Bayou by this year's winner James Lee Burke.

Stitchin' in the Stacks- Evening Edition

Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Severna Park - Other In-library location at Severna Park Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Bring your project for a stitchin' good time. All crafters welcome.

Library Branch: Severna Park Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Severna Park - Other In-library location
Age Group: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Arts & DIY
Event Details:

Bring your project for a stitchin' good time. All crafters welcome.

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The Mindful Art of Zentangle

Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Online Events
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Arts & DIY, Health & Wellness, Special Events
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us virtually for this meditative art form led by a certified Zentangle instructor. We will combine basic drawing strokes into easy-to-learn patterns that inspire creativity an...

Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online Events
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Arts & DIY, Health & Wellness, Special Events
Required
Event Details:

Join us virtually for this meditative art form led by a certified Zentangle instructor. We will combine basic drawing strokes into easy-to-learn patterns that inspire creativity and relaxation. No previous art experience needed.

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

Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Online Events
Program Type:
Bilingual, Community Services, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Special Events
Age Group:
Adults
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 instructio...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online Events
Age Group: 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

Brunch

Cookbook Club: Brunch

Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Eastport-Annapolis Neck - Community Meeting Room at Eastport-Annapolis Neck Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Choose a recipe that fits the monthly cooking theme from a cookbook of your choice. Prepare the recipe at home and bring it to share. Call the branch for more i...

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: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning
Required
Event Details:

Choose a recipe that fits the monthly cooking theme from a cookbook of your choice. Prepare the recipe at home and bring it to share. Call the branch for more information.

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.

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.

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Dementia 101: It's Not Just Memory Loss

Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Busch Annapolis - Campbell-Chambliss Community Meeting Room AB (Both Sides) at Busch Annapolis Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Neurodivergent / Neurodiverse, Special Events
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Dementia is a devastating illness that is more than just memory loss. It is a degenerative disease that impacts an individual’s physical, cognitive, emotional and social functionin...

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: Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Neurodivergent / Neurodiverse, Special Events
Event Details:

Dementia is a devastating illness that is more than just memory loss. It is a degenerative disease that impacts an individual’s physical, cognitive, emotional and social functioning.

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Scrabble

Thursday, September 12, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Mountain Road Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

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

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

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

Front Cover of The Secret Book of Flora Lea by Patti Callahan Henry

Adult Book Club: The Secret Book of Flora Lea

Thursday, September 12, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Crofton Community Meeting Room at Crofton Library
Program Type:
Books and Writing
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join Crofton Library Staff as we discuss The Secret Book of Flora Lea by Patti Callahan Henry.   "In the war-torn London of 1939, fourteen-year-old Hazel and five-y...

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

Join Crofton Library Staff as we discuss The Secret Bo

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Estate Planning Essentials

Thursday, September 12, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Broadneck - Community Meeting Room at Broadneck Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Attorney Nicole T. Livingston of Council Baradel will discuss the differences between wills and trusts, powers of attorney, medical directives and more.

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

Attorney Nicole T. Livingston of Council Baradel will discuss the differences between wills and trusts, powers of attorney, medical directives and more.

Hallyu

Hallyu Club

Thursday, September 12, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Deale - Community Meeting Room at Deale Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Asian/Pacific American Interest, Books and Writing, Games
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Explore and experience the shows, music, and cultures of East Asia. Participants have the option to bring a dish of their choosing to share with other participants.  ...

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: Arts & DIY, Asian/Pacific American Interest, Books and Writing, Games
Event Details:

Explore and experience the shows, music, and cultures of East Asia.

Participants have the option to bring a dish of their choosing to share with other participants. 
Library will provide tea and other snacks. 

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.

crabs

What's Cooking? Maryland Foods Crabsalom! Crabsalom!

Thursday, September 12, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Mountain Road Library
Program Type:
Books and Writing
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Welcome to What’s Cooking?!, Mountain Road's cookbook club. Every month we come together and share dishes across a theme, so be sure to bring enough to feed at least five people. P...

Required
Library Branch: Mountain Road Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books and Writing
Required
Event Details:

Welcome to What’s Cooking?!, Mountain Road's cookbook club. Every month we come together and share dishes across a theme, so be sure to bring enough to feed at least five people.

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.