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Watercolor paints and a gradient painting of blue and pink

Paint Like... Bill Reid

Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Mountain Road Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Native American Interest, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

Learn about the artist Bill Reid and create art in his style.  Supplies are limited. Registration required. Kids in grades K-5 only. 

Required
Library Branch: Mountain Road Library
Age Group: Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Native American Interest, STEM/STEAM
Required
Event Details:

Learn about the artist Bill Reid and create art in his style. 

Supplies are limited. Registration required. Kids in grades K-5 only. 

Movie Night

Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 5:30pm - 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.

a child's hand taping four wooden blocks that spell out the word STEM

STEAM Club

Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Glen Burnie Library
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

Interactive STEM and arts-based event for elementary age scientists and artists. Each hands-on session will focus on art, math, science, engineering, or technology. These engaging ...

Library Branch: Glen Burnie Library
Age Group: Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Interactive STEM and arts-based event for elementary age scientists and artists. Each hands-on session will focus on art, math, science, engineering, or technology.

A heart built out of legos surrounded by scattered legos

LEGO Club

Friday, November 15, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Glen Burnie Library
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+)
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: Glen Burnie Library
Age Group: Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+)
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!  

DVD cover for Spirit movie

Family Movie: Spirit: Stallion of the Cimmaron

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Edgewater - Community Meeting Room at Edgewater Library
Program Type:
Movies, Native American Interest, Special Events
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Event Details:

Enjoy snacks and crafts with the whole family as we watch the classic movie Spirit: Stallion of the Cimmaron (G, 2002, 1hr 23min).

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: Movies, Native American Interest, Special Events
Event Details:

Enjoy snacks and crafts with the whole family as we watch the classic movie Spirit: Stallion of the Cimmaron (G, 2002, 1hr 23min).

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.

Sneaks sitting in the grass reading a book wearing a safari hat.

Series Safari: Magic Tree House

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Glen Burnie Library
Program Type:
Books and Writing, Games, Special Events
Age Group:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

Journey through the pages of some of our most popular book series! Curious readers will have the opportunity to explore some of their favorite characters and their adventures in th...

Library Branch: Glen Burnie Library
Age Group: Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Program Type: Books and Writing, Games, Special Events
Event Details:

Journey through the pages of some of our most popular book series! Curious readers will have the opportunity to explore some of their favorite characters and their adventures in this hands-on program. Drop in anytime between 2pm and 4pm.

Home Sweet Homeschool Chalkboard

Homeschool Hangout

Monday, November 18, 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.

Young Historians

Monday, November 18, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Deale - Community Meeting Room at Deale Library
Program Type:
History & Genealogy, Special Events
Age Group:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

Travel back in time! Young historians will have the opportunity to get up close and personal with historical people and cultures.

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)
Program Type: History & Genealogy, Special Events
Event Details:

Travel back in time! Young historians will have the opportunity to get up close and personal with historical people and cultures.

A globe in the foreground with shelves of old books in the background

Talking in Code

Monday, November 18, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Odenton - Community Meeting Room AB at Odenton Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, History & Genealogy, Military/Veterans Interest, Native American Interest
Age Group:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a fascinating talk on the history of the Native American Code Talkers from both World Wars presented by the The National Cryptologic Museum.    Reg...

Required
Library Branch: Odenton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Odenton - Community Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, History & Genealogy, Military/Veterans Interest, Native American Interest
Required
Event Details:

Join us for a fascinating talk on the history of the Native American Code Talkers from both World Wars presented by the The National Cryptologic Museum.&n

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.

Mindful Making

Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Severna Park - Community Meeting Room at Severna Park Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY
Age Group:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Practice mindfulness with crafting. 

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

Practice mindfulness with crafting. 

Colorful glass chess pieces

Chess Club

Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Deale - Community Meeting Room at Deale Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Chess Club:

Play chess and learn from other players. For all ages and skill levels.

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

Chess Club

Play chess and learn from other players. For all ages and skill levels.

Happy children

Homeschool Hangout

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Odenton - Community Meeting Room AB at Odenton Library
Program Type:
Games, Kindergarten Readiness, Special Events, STEM/STEAM, Technology
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Event Details:

Homeschoolers of all ages can drop in to hang out for games, arts & crafts, music and more! Is it a club? Is it a course? Come and choose your own adventure!  

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: Games, Kindergarten Readiness, Special Events, STEM/STEAM, Technology
Event Details:

Homeschoolers of all ages can drop in to hang out for games, arts & crafts, music and more! Is it a club? Is it a course? Come and choose your own adventure!

 

“I survived the American Revolution, 1776” Lauren Tarshis

Rad Readers

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Severna Park - Community Meeting Room at Severna Park Library
Program Type:
Books and Writing
Age Group:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

Does your 3rd-5th grader like to read, play games, and have fun? Join our RAD Readers book club for kids in grades 3rd, 4th, and 5th. Prior to our in-person program, you’ll re...

Library Branch: Severna Park Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Severna Park - Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Program Type: Books and Writing
Event Details:

Does your 3rd-5th grader like to read, play games, and have fun?

Golden Retriever with bib

Paws to Read

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Discoveries - Programming Room at Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Program Type:
Books and Writing, Special Events
Age Group:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Paws to Read:

Children in elementary school improve their reading skills while enjoying the rapt attention of canine tutors.  

Event Details:

Call Discoveries: Library at the Mall at 410-222-0133 to register for a 15 minute appointment beginning two weeks before the program. 

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: Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Program Type: Books and Writing, Special Events

Paws to Read

Children in elementary school improve their reading skills while enjoying the rapt attention of canine tutors.  

Event Details:

Call Discoveries: Library at the Mall at 410-222-0133 to register for a 15 minute appointment beginning two weeks before the program. 

Disclaimer(s)

Animal Waiver Form

Programs that involve interaction with animals require a signed Animal Waiver Form. 


Las programas que tienen interacción con animales requieren un formulario de exención de animales firmado.

Stuffed animals sitting in a book drop bin

Stuffed Animal Sleepover

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Edgewater - Community Meeting Room at Edgewater Library
Program Type:
Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes, Special Events
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

Put on your PJs and bring a stuffed animal friend for a sleepover at the library. After a special storytime, tuck in the animals and say goodnight. Come back the next day...

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)
Program Type: Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes, Special Events
Event Details:

Put on your PJs and bring a stuffed animal friend for a sleepover at the library. After a special storytime, tuck in the animals and say goodnight. Come back the next day to find out what mischief they got into!

Black and white chess pieces displayed on a chess board

Chess Club

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Odenton - Community Meeting Room AB at Odenton Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Chess Club:

Play chess and learn from other players. For all ages and skill levels.

Library Branch: Odenton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Odenton - Community Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Program Type: Games

Chess Club

Play chess and learn from other players. For all ages and skill levels.

STEM graphic with science icons

STEM - Grow Your Own Crystals

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Severn - Community Meeting Room AB at Severn Library
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

We'll learn how to crystallize things we find while foraging and experiment with creating the most colorful and exciting crystals we can! 

Library Branch: Severn Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Severn - Community Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

We'll learn how to crystallize things we find while foraging and experiment with creating the most colorful and exciting crystals we can! 

The words "book Club" with a smiley face

Early Reader Book Club

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Edgewater - Community Meeting Room at Edgewater Library
Program Type:
Books and Writing
Age Group:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

Join us for a special book club just for beginning readers! Kids will listen to a story, play word-decoding games, participate in a read-along, and make a craft. This program is be...

Required
Library Branch: Edgewater Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Edgewater - Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Program Type: Books and Writing
Required
Event Details:

Join us for a special book club just for beginning readers! Kids will listen to a story, play word-decoding games, participate in a read-along, and make a craft. This program is best for children in kindergarten through 2nd grade.

It's Dinovember!

Book Buddies: It's Dinovember!

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Crofton Community Meeting Room at Crofton Library
Program Type:
Books and Writing, Games, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

Read a book of your choice about Dinosaurs! We will discuss the books, followed by snacks and activities!

Library Branch: Crofton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Crofton Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Program Type: Books and Writing, Games, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Read a book of your choice about Dinosaurs! We will discuss the books, followed by snacks and activities!

A sign of a microphone in front of a red curtain with text that reads "Open Mic Night"

Open Mic Night

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Eastport-Annapolis Neck - Community Meeting Room at Eastport-Annapolis Neck Library
Program Type:
Books and Writing, Games, Performing Arts & Music, Special Events
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Event Details:

Come join us as an audience member or a performer for a night of songs, comedy, and poetry! Please make sure your act is family friendly. All ages are welcome! Acts should be a dur...

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: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Program Type: Books and Writing, Games, Performing Arts & Music, Special Events
Required
Event Details:

Come join us as an audience member or a performer for a night of songs, comedy, and poetry! Please make sure your act is family friendly. All ages are welcome! Acts should be a duration of 3-5 minutes for each person or shared act.

Thankful Storytime

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Discoveries - Programming Room at Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Program Type:
Holiday, Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

Join the library for a special storytime to celebrate the season of thankfulness and gratitude! 

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), Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Program Type: Holiday, Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes
Event Details:

Join the library for a special storytime to celebrate the season of thankfulness and gratitude! 

A group of children eating lunch together at a cafeteria table.

Homeschool Lunch and Hangout

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Severna Park - Community Meeting Room at Severna Park Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Games, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+)
Event Details:

Bring a brown bag lunch* to enjoy in the library meeting room with other homeschoolers, followed by indoor recess with games and activities. *Lunch is not provided.

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

Bring a brown bag lunch* to enjoy in the library meeting room with other homeschoolers, followed by indoor recess with games and activities.

*Lunch is not provided.

Mario Escape Room

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Odenton - Community Meeting Room AB at Odenton Library
Program Type:
Games, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Oh no, Bowser has you trapped in a room!  Work together as a team to solve puzzles and make your way out! Please be sure to separately register each participant.  ...

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

Oh no, Bowser has you trapped in a room!  Work together as a team to solve puzzles and make your way out!

Please be sure to separately register each participant.  For ages 8 and up.

Watercolor paints and a gradient painting of blue and pink

Craft and Game Bonanza!

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Busch Annapolis - Campbell-Chambliss Community Meeting Room AB (Both Sides) at Busch Annapolis Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Games, Special Events
Age Group:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

Join us for some open-ended crafting and board games! 

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: Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Games, Special Events
Event Details:

Join us for some open-ended crafting and board games! 

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.