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Purple flyer stating "Happy Diwali" with diya lamps all around.

Diwali Diya Lamps STEM Activity

Monday, October 28, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Discoveries - Programming Room at Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Asian/Pacific American Interest, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Holiday, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights, is a holiday that is celebrated worldwide. It is observed by Hindu, Sikh, Jain, and some Buddhist communities. Diwali is a time of joy...

Required
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: Arts & DIY, Asian/Pacific American Interest, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Holiday, STEM/STEAM
Required
Event Details:

Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights, is a holiday that is celebrated worldwide. It is observed by Hindu, Sikh, Jain, and some Buddhist communities. Diwali is a time of joy, gratitude, and hope and typically lasts for five days.

Boo Babies!

Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Discoveries - Programming Room at Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Program Type:
Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Event Details:

Babies from birth to 18 months (with caring adult) enjoy songs, action rhymes and playtime while building early literacy skills. A great way to get to know other families in your c...

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, Storytimes
Event Details:

Babies from birth to 18 months (with caring adult) enjoy songs, action rhymes and playtime while building early literacy skills. A great way to get to know other families in your community!

Halloween Crafternoon

Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Holiday, Special Events
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

Kids are invited to unleash their creativity and dive into a world of Halloween-themed crafts. From creepy critters to ghostly decorations, this fun-filled session is perfect for y...

Library Branch: Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Holiday, Special Events
Event Details:

Kids are invited to unleash their creativity and dive into a world of Halloween-themed crafts. From creepy critters to ghostly decorations, this fun-filled session is perfect for young crafters who love Halloween. 

Preschool Storytime - Halloween!

Thursday, October 31, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Discoveries - Programming Room at Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Program Type:
Holiday, Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Event Details:

Children ages three to five (with caring adult) build the early literacy skills needed for school readiness through engaging books, songs and activities. Los niños de tres a cin...

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: Holiday, Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes
Event Details:

Children ages three to five (with caring adult) build the early literacy skills needed for school readiness through engaging books, songs and activities.

Baby girl with bow in her hair holding onto a pumpkin

Trick or Treat at the mall!

Thursday, October 31, 2024 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Program Type:
Holiday, Special Events
Age Group:
All
Event Details:

Trick or Treat in a safe, dry environment at the Annapolis Mall. Start at the library to decorate a treat bag, then visit other retailers for some treats!

Library Branch: Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Age Group: All
Program Type: Holiday, Special Events
Event Details:

Trick or Treat in a safe, dry environment at the Annapolis Mall. Start at the library to decorate a treat bag, then visit other retailers for some treats!

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.

Words "Dia de los Muertos" with smiling skulls, flowers and leaves

Coco & Calaveras Movie & Craft

Friday, November 1, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Discoveries - Programming Room at Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Hispanic/Latino Interest, Holiday, Movies
Age Group:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

Step into the magical world of 'Coco' and unleash your creativity with a Dia de los Muertos calavera/skull craft. With themes of love and remembrance, let your imagination run wild...

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: Arts & DIY, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Hispanic/Latino Interest, Holiday, Movies
Event Details:

Step into the magical world of 'Coco' and unleash your creativity with a Dia de los Muertos calavera/skull craft. With themes of love and remembrance, let your imagination run wild as you decorate your own sugar skull ornament.

Pantry

Saturday Community Pantry

Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Program Type:
Bilingual, Community Services
Age Group:
All
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 Tuesday of the month from 6pm unt...

Library Branch: Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Age Group: 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

Storytime graphic with various illustrated animals reading books

Family Storytime

Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Discoveries - Programming Room at Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Program Type:
Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Event Details:

Families with young children enjoy a variety of stories, songs, rhymes and movement activities while building early literacy skills. Las familias con niños pequeños disfrutan de...

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, Storytimes
Event Details:

Families with young children enjoy a variety of stories, songs, rhymes and movement activities while building early literacy skills.

Storytime graphic with various illustrated animals reading books

Family Storytime

Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Discoveries - Programming Room at Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Program Type:
Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Event Details:

Families with young children enjoy a variety of stories, songs, rhymes and movement activities while building early literacy skills. Las familias con niños pequeños disfrutan de...

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, Storytimes
Event Details:

Families with young children enjoy a variety of stories, songs, rhymes and movement activities while building early literacy skills.

Books arranged in semi circle

Mystery Readers Tea

Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Program Type:
Books and Writing
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Love mysteries but looking for something new? Enjoy tea and "tasting" a variety of the newest mystery titles- from the cozy to the hardboiled and everything in between.

Library Branch: Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Age Group: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Books and Writing
Event Details:

Love mysteries but looking for something new? Enjoy tea and "tasting" a variety of the newest mystery titles- from the cozy to the hardboiled and everything in between.

Toddler Time

Monday, November 4, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Discoveries - Programming Room at Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Program Type:
Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Event Details:

Children ages 18 to 36 months (with caring adult) enjoy a variety of developmentally appropriate stories, songs, rhymes and movement activities while building early literacy skills...

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, Storytimes
Event Details:

Children ages 18 to 36 months (with caring adult) enjoy a variety of developmentally appropriate stories, songs, rhymes and movement activities while building early literacy skills.

Toddler Time

Monday, November 4, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Discoveries - Programming Room at Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Program Type:
Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Event Details:

Children ages 18 to 36 months (with caring adult) enjoy a variety of developmentally appropriate stories, songs, rhymes and movement activities while building early literacy skills...

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, Storytimes
Event Details:

Children ages 18 to 36 months (with caring adult) enjoy a variety of developmentally appropriate stories, songs, rhymes and movement activities while building early literacy skills.

Black flier with cartoon diverse people saying hello in white letters

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

Monday, November 4, 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.

black and white sign that says voting day next to voting stickers

Kids Vote!

All Day
Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Program Type:
Special Events
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

Visit the library on election day to enter the voting booth and vote for one of your favorite book characters. Get a voting sticker and think about what you'd want to accomplish if...

Library Branch: Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Program Type: Special Events
Event Details:

Visit the library on election day to enter the voting booth and vote for one of your favorite book characters. Get a voting sticker and think about what you'd want to accomplish if you were elected president!

Babies in Bloom

Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Discoveries - Programming Room at Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Program Type:
Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Event Details:

Babies from birth to 18 months (with caring adult) enjoy songs, action rhymes and playtime while building early literacy skills. A great way to get to know other families in your c...

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, Storytimes
Event Details:

Babies from birth to 18 months (with caring adult) enjoy songs, action rhymes and playtime while building early literacy skills. A great way to get to know other families in your community!

Pantry

Tuesday Community Pantry

Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Program Type:
Bilingual, Community Services
Age Group:
All
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 Tuesday of the month from 6pm unt...

Library Branch: Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Age Group: 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

Preschool Storytime

Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Discoveries - Programming Room at Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Program Type:
Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Event Details:

Children ages three to five (with caring adult) build the early literacy skills needed for school readiness through engaging books, songs and activities. Los niños de tres a cin...

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, Storytimes
Event Details:

Children ages three to five (with caring adult) build the early literacy skills needed for school readiness through engaging books, songs and activities.

Big Feelings Storytime

Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Program Type:
Community Services, Health & Wellness, Storytimes, Military/Veterans Interest
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Event Details:

Families will enjoy books and songs about big feelings and how to take care of ourselves and each other. Stick around afterwards for a fun craft activity!  Information abou...

Library Branch: Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Program Type: Community Services, Health & Wellness, Storytimes, Military/Veterans Interest
Event Details:

Families will enjoy books and songs about big feelings and how to take care of ourselves and each other. Stick around afterwards for a fun craft activity! 

small child brushes away sand from a toy dinosaur

Archaeology Pretend Play

Friday, November 8, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Program Type:
History & Genealogy, Special Events
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Event Details:

Little archaeologists-in-training will excavate for artifacts, reassemble prehistoric bones, and explore how the people and creatures of the past lived through this hands-on progra...

Library Branch: Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Program Type: History & Genealogy, Special Events
Event Details:

Little archaeologists-in-training will excavate for artifacts, reassemble prehistoric bones, and explore how the people and creatures of the past lived through this hands-on program. 

Storytime graphic with various illustrated animals reading books

Family Storytime

Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Discoveries - Programming Room at Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Program Type:
Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Event Details:

Families with young children enjoy a variety of stories, songs, rhymes and movement activities while building early literacy skills. Las familias con niños pequeños disfrutan de...

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, Storytimes
Event Details:

Families with young children enjoy a variety of stories, songs, rhymes and movement activities while building early literacy skills.

Storytime graphic with various illustrated animals reading books

Family Storytime

Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Discoveries - Programming Room at Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Program Type:
Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Event Details:

Families with young children enjoy a variety of stories, songs, rhymes and movement activities while building early literacy skills. Las familias con niños pequeños disfrutan de...

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, Storytimes
Event Details:

Families with young children enjoy a variety of stories, songs, rhymes and movement activities while building early literacy skills.

A Bingo card with 16 colorful images

Let's Play Lotería! / ¡A Jugar Lotería!

Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Discoveries - Programming Room at Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Program Type:
Bilingual, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Games, Hispanic/Latino Interest, Special Events
Age Group:
All
Event Details:

Come play ¡Lotería! Lotería is a popular board game that originated in Mexico and is played throughout Latin America. It's similar to Bingo and it's usually played at family r...

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: All
Program Type: Bilingual, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Games, Hispanic/Latino Interest, Special Events
Event Details:

Come play ¡Lotería! Lotería is a popular board game that originated in Mexico and is played throughout Latin America. It's similar to Bingo and it's usually played at family reunions, birthday parties, and community festivals.

Toddler Time

Monday, November 11, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Discoveries - Programming Room at Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Program Type:
Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Event Details:

Children ages 18 to 36 months (with caring adult) enjoy a variety of developmentally appropriate stories, songs, rhymes and movement activities while building early literacy skills...

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, Storytimes
Event Details:

Children ages 18 to 36 months (with caring adult) enjoy a variety of developmentally appropriate stories, songs, rhymes and movement activities while building early literacy skills.

Toddler Time

Monday, November 11, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Discoveries - Programming Room at Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Program Type:
Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Event Details:

Children ages 18 to 36 months (with caring adult) enjoy a variety of developmentally appropriate stories, songs, rhymes and movement activities while building early literacy skills...

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, Storytimes
Event Details:

Children ages 18 to 36 months (with caring adult) enjoy a variety of developmentally appropriate stories, songs, rhymes and movement activities while building early literacy skills.

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.