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Building blocks

Little Engineers: Constructive Play

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Glen Burnie Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Kindergarten Readiness, Special Events, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Event Details:

Children will explore open ended activities and play by building, shaping, and manipulating objects to create something new. Curiosity and creativity abound, fosteri...

Library Branch: Glen Burnie Library
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Kindergarten Readiness, Special Events, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Children will explore open ended activities and play by building, shaping, and manipulating objects to create something new. Curiosity and creativity abound, fostering the development of cognitive and functional skills.

Multicolored Pile of Lego Bricks

Build It

Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Eastport-Annapolis Neck - Community Meeting Room at Eastport-Annapolis Neck Library
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Event Details:

Come for brick-snapping fun! Design and build your own fantastic creations.

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: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Come for brick-snapping fun! Design and build your own fantastic creations.

Heart with Numbers

Magical, Musical, Math for Preschoolers

Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Maryland City at Russett - Community Meeting Room at Maryland City at Russett Library
Program Type:
Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes, Special Events, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Event Details:

Math IS fun! Preschoolers and their caregivers will explore early math concepts with music, stories, and engaging activities.

Library Branch: Maryland City at Russett Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Maryland City at Russett - Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Program Type: Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes, Special Events, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Math IS fun! Preschoolers and their caregivers will explore early math concepts with music, stories, and engaging activities.

kids going on an adventure in the forest

Pretend Play: Adventures!

Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Discoveries - Programming Room at Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Program Type:
Kindergarten Readiness, Special Events, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Event Details:

Prepare for adventure! Can you search for treasure, cross a raging river, or go spelunking? Stop by Discoveries and pretend to explore the adventurous world beyond the library!&nbs...

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: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Program Type: Kindergarten Readiness, Special Events, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Prepare for adventure! Can you search for treasure, cross a raging river, or go spelunking? Stop by Discoveries and pretend to explore the adventurous world beyond the library! 

Watercolor paints and a gradient painting of blue and pink

Little Artists: Process Art

Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Glen Burnie Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Kindergarten Readiness, Special Events, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Event Details:

Explore open-ended activities and different art techniques with a focus on the creative process. This activity may get messy, so please dress accordingly!

Library Branch: Glen Burnie Library
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Kindergarten Readiness, Special Events, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Explore open-ended activities and different art techniques with a focus on the creative process. This activity may get messy, so please dress accordingly!

Forest

Nature Connections with a Wildlife Ranger from Patuxent Research Refuge (Bilingual)

Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Maryland City at Russett - Community Meeting Room at Maryland City at Russett Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment, Hispanic/Latino Interest, STEM/STEAM, Outdoor Event
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+)
Event Details:

Adventure begins at your library with special programs with a Ranger from nearby Patuxent Research Refuge. See how you can connect with nature right in your backyard. Dress for pos...

Library Branch: Maryland City at Russett Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Maryland City at Russett - Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+)
Program Type: Gardening & Environment, Hispanic/Latino Interest, STEM/STEAM, Outdoor Event
Event Details:

Adventure begins at your library with special programs with a Ranger from nearby Patuxent Research Refuge. See how you can connect with nature right in your backyard. Dress for possible outdoor experiences.

Building blocks

Little Engineers: Constructive Play

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Glen Burnie Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Kindergarten Readiness, Special Events, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Event Details:

Children will explore open ended activities and play by building, shaping, and manipulating objects to create something new. Curiosity and creativity abound, fosteri...

Library Branch: Glen Burnie Library
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Kindergarten Readiness, Special Events, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Children will explore open ended activities and play by building, shaping, and manipulating objects to create something new. Curiosity and creativity abound, fostering the development of cognitive and functional skills.

Father with children playing a board game

Family Hangout

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Odenton - Community Meeting Room AB at Odenton Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Games, Special Events, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Event Details:

Beat the heat and join us for some games, building block challenges, coloring, and more!

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

Beat the heat and join us for some games, building block challenges, coloring, and more!

Watercolor paints and a gradient painting of blue and pink

Little Artists: Process Art

Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Glen Burnie Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Kindergarten Readiness, Special Events, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Event Details:

Explore open-ended activities and different art techniques with a focus on the creative process. This activity may get messy, so please dress accordingly!

Library Branch: Glen Burnie Library
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Kindergarten Readiness, Special Events, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Explore open-ended activities and different art techniques with a focus on the creative process. This activity may get messy, so please dress accordingly!

Green dinosaur

Preschool Dinosaur Adventure

Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Odenton - Community Meeting Room AB at Odenton Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Kindergarten Readiness, Special Events, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Event Details:

Children will engage in early learning activities and creative play through dinosaur themed activity stations. Complete a scavenger hunt, stomp around the dance floor, create a din...

Library Branch: Odenton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Odenton - Community Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Kindergarten Readiness, Special Events, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Children will engage in early learning activities and creative play through dinosaur themed activity stations. Complete a scavenger hunt, stomp around the dance floor, create a dinosaur masterpiece, and more!

Green dinosaur

Preschool Dinosaur Adventure

Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Odenton - Community Meeting Room AB at Odenton Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Kindergarten Readiness, Special Events, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Event Details:

Children will engage in early learning activities and creative play through dinosaur themed activity stations. Complete a scavenger hunt, stomp around the dance floor, create a din...

Library Branch: Odenton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Odenton - Community Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Kindergarten Readiness, Special Events, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Children will engage in early learning activities and creative play through dinosaur themed activity stations. Complete a scavenger hunt, stomp around the dance floor, create a dinosaur masterpiece, and more!

Forest

Nature Connections with a Wildlife Ranger from Patuxent Research Refuge (Bilingual)

Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Maryland City at Russett - Community Meeting Room at Maryland City at Russett Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment, STEM/STEAM, Outdoor Event
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+)
Event Details:

Adventure begins at your library with special programs with a Ranger from nearby Patuxent Research Refuge. See how you can connect with nature right in your backyard. Dress for pos...

Library Branch: Maryland City at Russett Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Maryland City at Russett - Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+)
Program Type: Gardening & Environment, STEM/STEAM, Outdoor Event
Event Details:

Adventure begins at your library with special programs with a Ranger from nearby Patuxent Research Refuge. See how you can connect with nature right in your backyard. Dress for possible outdoor experiences.

STEM graphic with science icons

Preschool LEGO Build and Play

Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Busch Annapolis - Campbell-Chambliss Community Meeting Room AB (Both Sides) at Busch Annapolis Library
Program Type:
Kindergarten Readiness, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Event Details:

Preschool event for little LEGO fans! Come build and play with friends using our LEGO bricks!

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: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Program Type: Kindergarten Readiness, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Preschool event for little LEGO fans! Come build and play with friends using our LEGO bricks!

Building blocks

Little Engineers: Constructive Play

Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Glen Burnie Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Kindergarten Readiness, Special Events, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Event Details:

Children will explore open ended activities and play by building, shaping, and manipulating objects to create something new. Curiosity and creativity abound, fosteri...

Library Branch: Glen Burnie Library
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Kindergarten Readiness, Special Events, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Children will explore open ended activities and play by building, shaping, and manipulating objects to create something new. Curiosity and creativity abound, fostering the development of cognitive and functional skills.

Multicolored Pile of Lego Bricks

Build It

Saturday, August 17, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Eastport-Annapolis Neck - Community Meeting Room at Eastport-Annapolis Neck Library
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Event Details:

Come for brick-snapping fun! Design and build your own fantastic creations.

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: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Come for brick-snapping fun! Design and build your own fantastic creations.

Australian painted lady butterfly

Butterfly Release Story Time

Monday, August 19, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Edgewater - Courtyard at Edgewater Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment, Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes, Special Events, STEM/STEAM, Outdoor Event
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

Say goodbye to our library butterflies at this special family story time. Learn about the butterfly life-cycle, sing songs, listen to a story, and watch as our library butterflies ...

Library Branch: Edgewater Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Edgewater - Courtyard
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Program Type: Gardening & Environment, Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes, Special Events, STEM/STEAM, Outdoor Event
Event Details:

Say goodbye to our library butterflies at this special family story time. Learn about the butterfly life-cycle, sing songs, listen to a story, and watch as our library butterflies take wing!

Watercolor paints and a gradient painting of blue and pink

Little Artists: Process Art

Tuesday, August 20, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Glen Burnie Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Kindergarten Readiness, Special Events, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Event Details:

Explore open-ended activities and different art techniques with a focus on the creative process. This activity may get messy, so please dress accordingly!

Library Branch: Glen Burnie Library
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Kindergarten Readiness, Special Events, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Explore open-ended activities and different art techniques with a focus on the creative process. This activity may get messy, so please dress accordingly!

Close up of a watermelon on a vine, with community garden behind, and Crofton Library in background. Blue sky with several puffy clouds.

FarmUnity Harvest Festival

Wednesday, August 28, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Crofton Community Meeting Room at Crofton Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Community Services, Gardening & Environment, Health & Wellness, Special Events, STEM/STEAM, Outdoor Event
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Event Details:

Meet us by the Crofton Library Community Garden to celebrate the hard work of our community volunteers and FarmUnity this season. Try a sample of vegetables from the garden with a ...

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: Adult Learning, Community Services, Gardening & Environment, Health & Wellness, Special Events, STEM/STEAM, Outdoor Event
Event Details:

Meet us by the Crofton Library Community Garden to celebrate the hard work of our community volunteers and FarmUnity this season. Try a sample of vegetables from the garden with a delicious potluck provided by the volunteers.

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.

Watercolor paints and a gradient painting of blue and pink

Little Artists: Process Art

Tuesday, September 3, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Glen Burnie Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Kindergarten Readiness, Special Events, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Event Details:

Explore open-ended activities and different art techniques with a focus on the creative process. This activity may get messy, so please dress accordingly!

Library Branch: Glen Burnie Library
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Kindergarten Readiness, Special Events, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Explore open-ended activities and different art techniques with a focus on the creative process. This activity may get messy, so please dress accordingly!

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. 

Home Sweet Homeschool Chalkboard

Homeschool Hangout

Monday, September 9, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Glen Burnie Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Books and Writing, Community Services, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Games, STEM/STEAM, Technology
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+)
Event Details:

Calling all homeschoolers! Explore a different subject every week with fun games, STEM, reading, writing, crafts, and tons of other activities! All ages are welcome! Note: Activ...

Library Branch: Glen Burnie Library
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+)
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Books and Writing, Community Services, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Games, STEM/STEAM, Technology
Event Details:

Calling all homeschoolers! Explore a different subject every week with fun games, STEM, reading, writing, crafts, and tons of other activities! All ages are 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.

Building blocks

Little Engineers: Constructive Play

Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Glen Burnie Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Kindergarten Readiness, Special Events, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Event Details:

Children will explore open ended activities and play by building, shaping, and manipulating objects to create something new. Curiosity and creativity abound, fosteri...

Library Branch: Glen Burnie Library
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Kindergarten Readiness, Special Events, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Children will explore open ended activities and play by building, shaping, and manipulating objects to create something new. Curiosity and creativity abound, fostering the development of cognitive and functional skills.

Multicolored Pile of Lego Bricks

Build It!

Saturday, September 14, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Eastport-Annapolis Neck - Community Meeting Room at Eastport-Annapolis Neck Library
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Build & Play:

Come for brick-snapping fun! Design and build your own fantastic creations. We'll supply the Legos - you bring the creativity!  

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: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Program Type: STEM/STEAM

Build & Play

Come for brick-snapping fun! Design and build your own fantastic creations. We'll supply the Legos - you bring the creativity!  

Sensory crafting with kids

Sensory Playtime

Saturday, September 14, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Severn - Community Meeting Room AB at Severn Library
Program Type:
Accessibility, Kindergarten Readiness, Neurodivergent / Neurodiverse, Special Events, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), All
Event Details:

Join us at our sensory playtime! Sensory play is any activity that stimulates a child's senses: touch, smell, taste, sight and hearing. Through sensory play, children use scientifi...

Library Branch: Severn Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Severn - Community Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), All
Program Type: Accessibility, Kindergarten Readiness, Neurodivergent / Neurodiverse, Special Events, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Join us at our sensory playtime! Sensory play is any activity that stimulates a child's senses: touch, smell, taste, sight and hearing. Through sensory play, children use scientific processes to investigate new sensations.

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.