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Plant Swap and Share

Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Glen Burnie Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment
Audience:
Adults, All
Event Details:

Have you noticed the many plants in our branch? Learn about our plants and how we keep them happy, and share tips with fellow plant lovers. Includes demonstration of taking cutting...

Library Branch: Glen Burnie Library
Audience: Adults, All
Program Type: Gardening & Environment
Event Details:

Have you noticed the many plants in our branch? Learn about our plants and how we keep them happy, and share tips with fellow plant lovers. Includes demonstration of taking cuttings and potting.

Two ladybugs sitting together on a leaf

Bug Ball

Friday, May 30, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Discoveries - Programming Room at Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment, Kindergarten Readiness, Special Events
Audience:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Event Details:

Get ready to buzz, flutter, and wiggle at the Bug Ball! Preschoolers will explore the wonderful world of insects through engaging, bug-themed activities, including movement, storie...

Library Branch: Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Discoveries - Programming Room
Audience: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Program Type: Gardening & Environment, Kindergarten Readiness, Special Events
Event Details:

Get ready to buzz, flutter, and wiggle at the Bug Ball! Preschoolers will explore the wonderful world of insects through engaging, bug-themed activities, including movement, stories, and crafts.

bee leaning into the center of a purple flower

Bee Hotels

Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Maryland City at Russett - Community Meeting Room at Maryland City at Russett Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment
Audience:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

Create a bee hotel using recycled materials to give these important pollinators a place to rest. Learn about different types of bees, and why they are beneficial for the environmen...

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
Audience: Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Program Type: Gardening & Environment
Event Details:

Create a bee hotel using recycled materials to give these important pollinators a place to rest. Learn about different types of bees, and why they are beneficial for the environment. 

Celery and onion scraps

Kitchen Scraps Gardening

Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Busch Annapolis - Campbell-Chambliss Community Meeting Room AB (Both Sides) at Busch Annapolis Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment
Audience:
All
Event Details:

Using kitchen scraps is an inexpensive and sustainable way to garden.  Join us as we discuss easy and fun ways to grow your garden in beds, containers, or the kitchen counter....

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)
Audience: All
Program Type: Gardening & Environment
Event Details:

Using kitchen scraps is an inexpensive and sustainable way to garden.  Join us as we discuss easy and fun ways to grow your garden in beds, containers, or the kitchen counter. 

Summer Gardeners

Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Brooklyn Park - Teen Area at Brooklyn Park Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Gardening & Environment
Audience:
Adults
Event Details:

Learn about gardening in the summer.

Library Branch: Brooklyn Park Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Brooklyn Park - Teen Area
Audience: Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Gardening & Environment
Event Details:

Learn about gardening in the summer.

Coexisting With Pesky Garden Pests

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Edgewater - Community Meeting Room at Edgewater Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment
Audience:
Adults
Event Details:

Explore how to manage common garden pests without resorting to harmful chemicals. Hosted by Master Gardner Ann Sawyer, this program focuses on understanding the natural role of gar...

Library Branch: Edgewater Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Edgewater - Community Meeting Room
Audience: Adults
Program Type: Gardening & Environment
Event Details:

Explore how to manage common garden pests without resorting to harmful chemicals.

Person with gardening gloves planting flowers in soil

Foraging 101

Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Edgewater - Community Meeting Room at Edgewater Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Gardening & Environment, Health & Wellness, Special Events
Audience:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Learn how to forage at the library! Anne Arundel County Park Ranger Victor Jones will introduce basic foraging how-tos, including how to spot edible plants, how to avoid dangerous ...

Library Branch: Edgewater Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Edgewater - Community Meeting Room
Audience: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Gardening & Environment, Health & Wellness, Special Events
Event Details:

Learn how to forage at the library! Anne Arundel County Park Ranger Victor Jones will introduce basic foraging how-tos, including how to spot edible plants, how to avoid dangerous look-alikes, how to prepare foraged food, and more! 

A jaguar and tiger hiding within a camouflage background

Nature Detectives: Colorful Camouflage

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Crofton Community Meeting Room at Crofton Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment, STEAM, Outdoor Event
Audience:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+)
Event Details:

How does color work in the animal kingdom? What do spots and stripes do? Come explore different types of camouflage in nature and investigate how that helps plants and animals surv...

Library Branch: Crofton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Crofton Community Meeting Room
Audience: Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+)
Program Type: Gardening & Environment, STEAM, Outdoor Event
Event Details:

How does color work in the animal kingdom? What do spots and stripes do? Come explore different types of camouflage in nature and investigate how that helps plants and animals survive.

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

Crofton Houseplant Club

Monday, June 30, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Crofton Community Meeting Room at Crofton Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Gardening & Environment, Health & Wellness
Audience:
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
Audience: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Gardening & Environment, Health & Wellness
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.

Person with gardening gloves planting flowers in soil

Summer Garden Storytime

Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Maryland City at Russett - Community Meeting Room at Maryland City at Russett Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment, Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes, Special Events
Audience:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Event Details:

Families with children ages 3 to 5 (with caring adult) enjoy a storytime about the summer garden. Activities include listening to books, singing and moving, and a mini-planting ses...

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
Audience: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Program Type: Gardening & Environment, Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes, Special Events
Event Details:

Families with children ages 3 to 5 (with caring adult) enjoy a storytime about the summer garden. Activities include listening to books, singing and moving, and a mini-planting session.

 

 

A glass of refreshing beverage sitting on a table in a cool dark room

Keep It Cool

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Severn - Community Meeting Room A at Severn Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Arts & DIY, Gardening & Environment, Health & Wellness, History & Genealogy, Older Americans
Audience:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Listen to cool jazz and try some traditional summertime nonalcoholic mixed drinks while we share ways to stay cool in the heat without air conditioning.

Library Branch: Severn Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Severn - Community Meeting Room A
Audience: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Arts & DIY, Gardening & Environment, Health & Wellness, History & Genealogy, Older Americans
Event Details:

Listen to cool jazz and try some traditional summertime nonalcoholic mixed drinks while we share ways to stay cool in the heat without air conditioning.

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.

Person with gardening gloves planting flowers in soil

Plant Pageant

Saturday, July 19, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Discoveries - Programming Room at Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment, Health & Wellness
Audience:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Who's ready to show off their lovely house plants! In this program, you will meet other house plant enthusiasts to discuss the types of plants they cherish, their experiences ...

Library Branch: Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Discoveries - Programming Room
Audience: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Gardening & Environment, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Who's ready to show off their lovely house plants! In this program, you will meet other house plant enthusiasts to discuss the types of plants they cherish, their experiences as plant parents, and tips and tricks to keeping their leafy childr

Vegetable and Flower Swap

Saturday, July 19, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Riviera Beach - Community Meeting Room AB at Riviera Beach Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment
Audience:
Adults
Event Details:

Is your garden overflowing in abundance? Share your extra cut flowers and vegetables with others in the community.Are you looking for some free fresh locally grown produce, or some...

Library Branch: Riviera Beach Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Riviera Beach - Community Meeting Room AB
Audience: Adults
Program Type: Gardening & Environment
Event Details:

Is your garden overflowing in abundance? Share your extra cut flowers and vegetables with others in the community.

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.

Bay Games

Bay Games with CoreShark H2O

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Riviera Beach Library
Program Type:
Games, Gardening & Environment, STEAM
Audience:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

Bay Field Games is a set of interactive “team building” challenges that give students an opportunity to learn more about the Chesapeake Bay, local waterways and ways students can h...

Library Branch: Riviera Beach Library
Audience: Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Program Type: Games, Gardening & Environment, STEAM
Event Details:

Bay Field Games is a set of interactive “team building” challenges that give students an opportunity to learn more about the Chesapeake Bay, local waterways and ways students can help protect the environment.

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.

Outdoor Program

This program will be held outside, weather permitting. Please plan accordingly. You are welcome to bring your own blanket or chair to enjoy this program. 

Roadside Nature - Summer Colors

Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Severn - Community Meeting Room AB at Severn Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Gardening & Environment, Health & Wellness, STEAM, Outdoor Event
Audience:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Event Details:

Enjoy summer colors by learning about the plants, animals, and other nature that we see in our neighborhoods and roadsides! Dress for the weather and be prepared for a ramble aroun...

Library Branch: Severn Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Severn - Community Meeting Room AB
Audience: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Program Type: Adult Learning, Gardening & Environment, Health & Wellness, STEAM, Outdoor Event
Event Details:

Enjoy summer colors by learning about the plants, animals, and other nature that we see in our neighborhoods and roadsides! Dress for the weather and be prepared for a ramble around the sidewalks near Severn Library.

Disclaimer(s)

Outdoor Program

This program will be held outside, weather permitting. Please plan accordingly. You are welcome to bring your own blanket or chair to enjoy this program. 

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

Crofton Houseplant Club

Monday, July 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Crofton Community Meeting Room at Crofton Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Gardening & Environment, Health & Wellness
Audience:
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
Audience: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Gardening & Environment, Health & Wellness
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.

Hands planting flowering plants

Severna Park Plant Club

Monday, August 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Severna Park - Community Meeting Room at Severna Park Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Gardening & Environment
Audience:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a fun and plant-centered evening!  Our local Homestead Gardens expert will present a seasonal lecture and lead a lively question-and-answer conversation.  Bri...

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

Join us for a fun and plant-centered evening!  Our local Homestead Gardens expert will present a seasonal lecture and lead a lively question-and-answer conversation.  Bring your gardening questions and enthusiasm.

 

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

Crofton Houseplant Club

Monday, August 25, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Crofton Community Meeting Room at Crofton Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Gardening & Environment, Health & Wellness
Audience:
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
Audience: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Gardening & Environment, Health & Wellness
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.

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.