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Death Café

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Glen Burnie Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Health & Wellness, Special Events
Audience:
Adults
Event Details:

Discuss death with no agenda, objectives, or themes.  Please note - this is not a grief counseling group.  

Cancelled
Library Branch: Glen Burnie Library
Audience: Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Health & Wellness, Special Events
Event Details:

Discuss death with no agenda, objectives, or themes.  Please note - this is not a grief counseling group.  

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.

Parenting with Purpose: Effective Strategies for Behavior Management

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Glen Burnie Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Community Services, Health & Wellness, Neurodivergent / Neurodiverse
Audience:
Adults
Event Details:

Discover effective tools and strategies for managing your child's challenging behaviors while promoting their growth and development.

Library Branch: Glen Burnie Library
Audience: Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Community Services, Health & Wellness, Neurodivergent / Neurodiverse
Event Details:

Discover effective tools and strategies for managing your child's challenging behaviors while promoting their growth and development.

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Beginner Line Dancing Fun

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Broadneck - Community Meeting Room at Broadneck Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Audience:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Do you like doing the Wobble or the Cupid Shuffle? Come learn some more beginner soul line dances and discover a fun, low impact physical activity!

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

Do you like doing the Wobble or the Cupid Shuffle? Come learn some more beginner soul line dances and discover a fun, low impact physical activity!

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.

 

Beginner Yoga

Friday, May 2, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Crofton Community Meeting Room at Crofton Library
Program Type:
Accessibility, Adult Learning, Health & Wellness, Older Americans
Audience:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

An introductory class to the practice of Hatha yoga focusing on learning the safe alignment of foundational postures, common poses, the flow of Sun Salutation A, and linking breath...

Required
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: Accessibility, Adult Learning, Health & Wellness, Older Americans
Required
Event Details:

An introductory class to the practice of Hatha yoga focusing on learning the safe alignment of foundational postures, common poses, the flow of Sun Salutation A, and linking breath to movement.

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.

 

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Bonsai Basics Workshop

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Discoveries - Programming Room at Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Arts & DIY, Asian/Pacific American Interest, Gardening & Environment, Health & Wellness, Special Events
Audience:
Adults
Event Details:

The Maryland Bonsai Association, known for its commitment to the promotion and education of bonsai, brings its expertise for a 2 hour hands-on workshop. Participants will have the ...

Required
Library Branch: Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Discoveries - Programming Room
Audience: Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Arts & DIY, Asian/Pacific American Interest, Gardening & Environment, Health & Wellness, Special Events
Required
Event Details:

The Maryland Bonsai Association, known for its commitment to the promotion and education of bonsai, brings its expertise for a 2 hour hands-on workshop.

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American Red Cross Blood Drive

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Busch Annapolis - Campbell-Chambliss Community Meeting Room AB (Both Sides) at Busch Annapolis Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Special Events
Audience:
Adults
Event Details:

Did you know one blood donation can potentially save up to three lives? Come join us and the Red Cross in making a difference and donate your blood today!Click here to preregister ...

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: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Special Events
Event Details:

Did you know one blood donation can potentially save up to three lives? Come join us and the Red Cross in making a difference and donate your blood today!

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Safely Aging in Place

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Discoveries - Programming Room at Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Program Type:
Accessibility, Adult Learning, Health & Wellness, Older Americans
Audience:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a presentation by Lauren Symmes, Interior Designer and Certified Aging In Place Specialist.  She will be presenting solutions and simple home modifications&nb...

Library Branch: Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Discoveries - Programming Room
Audience: Adults
Program Type: Accessibility, Adult Learning, Health & Wellness, Older Americans
Event Details:

Join us for a presentation by Lauren Symmes, Interior Designer and Certified Aging In Place Specialist.  She will be presenting solutions and simple home modifications to help Seniors to safely age in place.

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Free Hearing Screening

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Severna Park - Community Meeting Room at Severna Park Library
Program Type:
Accessibility, Health & Wellness, Older Americans
Audience:
Adults
Event Details:

May is Better Speech-Language-Hearing Month! We invite you to join us for a free hearing screening, allowing you to check your hearing capabilities and identify any potential conce...

Library Branch: Severna Park Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Severna Park - Community Meeting Room
Audience: Adults
Program Type: Accessibility, Health & Wellness, Older Americans
Event Details:

May is Better Speech-Language-Hearing Month! We invite you to join us for a free hearing screening, allowing you to check your hearing capabilities and identify any potential concerns.

What to Know about Parkinson's Disease

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Crofton Community Meeting Room at Crofton Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Older Americans
Audience:
Adults
Event Details:

Living with Parkinson's can be challenging, but there are many things that can be done to maintain and improve the quality of life for a loved one.  This program will provide ...

Library Branch: Crofton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Crofton Community Meeting Room
Audience: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Older Americans
Event Details:

Living with Parkinson's can be challenging, but there are many things that can be done to maintain and improve the quality of life for a loved one.  This program will provide families with information to help those with Parkinson's find the b

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What Caregivers Want (and Need) to Know

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Severna Park - Community Meeting Room at Severna Park Library
Program Type:
Accessibility, Adult Learning, Health & Wellness, Older Americans
Audience:
Adults
Event Details:

Presented by: Dept. of Aging & Disabilities Family Caregiver Support Programs StaffCaregivers typically want to know about the specific medical condition of the person they are...

Library Branch: Severna Park Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Severna Park - Community Meeting Room
Audience: Adults
Program Type: Accessibility, Adult Learning, Health & Wellness, Older Americans
Event Details:

Presented by: Dept. of Aging & Disabilities Family Caregiver Support Programs Staff

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DIY Mother's Day Gifts

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Severn - Community Meeting Room AB at Severn Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Health & Wellness
Audience:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+)
Event Details:

Create your own handmade sugar scrubs, hand lotions, and bath bombs for the parent or caregiver in your life. 

Library Branch: Severn Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Severn - Community Meeting Room AB
Audience: Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+)
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Create your own handmade sugar scrubs, hand lotions, and bath bombs for the parent or caregiver in your life. 

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Cardio Drumming For Fun and Fitness

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Eastport-Annapolis Neck - Community Meeting Room at Eastport-Annapolis Neck Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Older Americans
Audience:
Adults
Event Details:

Come and try Cardio Drumming for Fun & Fitness. You can stand or sit for this program where we will tap, stretch and move to music while drumming on large fitness balls. 

Library Branch: Eastport-Annapolis Neck Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Eastport-Annapolis Neck - Community Meeting Room
Audience: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Older Americans
Event Details:

Come and try Cardio Drumming for Fun & Fitness. You can stand or sit for this program where we will tap, stretch and move to music while drumming on large fitness balls. 

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.

 

Grief Circle

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Edgewater - Community Meeting Room at Edgewater Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Community Services, Health & Wellness, Special Events
Audience:
Adults
Event Details:

Join this gently guided group held in a private room setting. Whether you are experiencing grief due to the death of a loved one or pet, estrangement, health concerns, the season c...

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

Join this gently guided group held in a private room setting. Whether you are experiencing grief due to the death of a loved one or pet, estrangement, health concerns, the season change, or any other significant loss, you are welcome.

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Beginner Line Dancing

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Severna Park - Community Meeting Room at Severna Park Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Audience:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Do you like doing the Wobble or the Cupid Shuffle? Come learn some more beginner soul line dances and discover a fun, low impact physical activity!

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: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Do you like doing the Wobble or the Cupid Shuffle? Come learn some more beginner soul line dances and discover a fun, low impact physical activity!

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.

 

What's Cooking? In Search of Lost Time

What's Cooking? In Search of Lost Time (Decades Dishes)

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Mountain Road Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Arts & DIY, Books and Writing, Health & Wellness, Special Events
Audience:
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
Audience: Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Arts & DIY, Books and Writing, Health & Wellness, Special Events
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.

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Get Fit Where You Sit

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Severna Park - Community Meeting Room at Severna Park Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Health & Wellness, Older Americans
Audience:
Adults
Event Details:

Get Fit Where You Sit with the Lakshmi Voelker method. A gentle form of sitting and standing Kripalu Yoga using support of a chair to stretch and strengthen the entire body. A...

Library Branch: Severna Park Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Severna Park - Community Meeting Room
Audience: Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Health & Wellness, Older Americans
Event Details:

Get Fit Where You Sit with the Lakshmi Voelker method. A gentle form of sitting and standing Kripalu Yoga using support of a chair to stretch and strengthen the entire body. A full practice of asana, breathing, and meditation. 

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.

 

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Journaling for Mental Health

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Glen Burnie Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Books and Writing, Health & Wellness, Neurodivergent / Neurodiverse, Special Events
Audience:
Teens (Ages 11+)
Event Details:

Journaling can be a great way to express yourself and relieve stress, but there's no one right way to do it! Explore the possibilities by decorating your own journal and getting ti...

Library Branch: Glen Burnie Library
Audience: Teens (Ages 11+)
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Books and Writing, Health & Wellness, Neurodivergent / Neurodiverse, Special Events
Event Details:

Journaling can be a great way to express yourself and relieve stress, but there's no one right way to do it! Explore the possibilities by decorating your own journal and getting tips on different journaling techniques. 

 

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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Yoga for You

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Mountain Road Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Special Events
Audience:
Adults
Event Details:

Practice breath work and physical poses that best support your physical and emotional needs so you can cultivate and maintain a stronger mind-body connection on and off your m...

Required
Library Branch: Mountain Road Library
Audience: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Special Events
Required
Event Details:

Practice breath work and physical poses that best support your physical and emotional needs so you can cultivate and maintain a stronger mind-body connection on and off your mat.  Through gentle guidance from an experienced and trusted y

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.

 

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Mobile Food Pantry

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Eastport - Other In-library location at Eastport-Annapolis Neck Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Audience:
All
Event Details:

The Anne Arundel County Food Bank will be providing fresh produce and canned and dry foods. The distribution will take place in the library parking lot.

Library Branch: Eastport-Annapolis Neck Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Eastport - Other In-library location
Audience: All
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

The Anne Arundel County Food Bank will be providing fresh produce and canned and dry foods. The distribution will take place in the library parking lot.

Mental Health Crafts

Mindfulness Crafts for Kids

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Busch Annapolis - Campbell-Chambliss Community Meeting Room AB (Both Sides) at Busch Annapolis Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Health & Wellness, Special Events
Audience:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

Join us for some mental health related arts and crafts to help kids explore their emotions and creativity. 

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

Join us for some mental health related arts and crafts to help kids explore their emotions and creativity. 

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Mental Health Check-in and Gun Violence Intervention

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Eastport-Annapolis Neck - Community Meeting Room at Eastport-Annapolis Neck Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Health & Wellness
Audience:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a transformative program addressing the devastating impact of gun violence on our society. In partnership with Blessed in Tech Ministries and the Anne Arundel County De...

Library Branch: Eastport-Annapolis Neck Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Eastport-Annapolis Neck - Community Meeting Room
Audience: Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Join us for a transformative program addressing the devastating impact of gun violence on our society. In partnership with Blessed in Tech Ministries and the Anne Arundel County Department of Health.

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Beginner Line Dancing Fun

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Discoveries - Programming Room at Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Audience:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Do you like doing the Wobble or the Cupid Shuffle? Come learn some other beginner soul line dances and discover a fun, low impact physical activity!

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: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Do you like doing the Wobble or the Cupid Shuffle? Come learn some other beginner soul line dances and discover a fun, low impact physical activity!

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.

 

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Cookbook Club Mystery Menu Challenge

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Online Events
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Arts & DIY, Books and Writing, Health & Wellness
Audience:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

We're changing things up this month to reflect our commitment to food access as essential to learning and literacy. Can you create a full day's menu using ingredients costing up to...

Open
Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online Events
Audience: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Arts & DIY, Books and Writing, Health & Wellness
Required
Event Details:

We're changing things up this month to reflect our commitment to food access as essential to learning and literacy. Can you create a full day's menu using ingredients costing up to just $6/person?

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Little Yogis

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Glen Burnie Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Storytimes, Special Events
Audience:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

Little yogis will practice mindfulness and movement with yoga books, songs, and games in this family-friendly yoga practice.  

Cancelled
Library Branch: Glen Burnie Library
Audience: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Storytimes, Special Events
Event Details:

Little yogis will practice mindfulness and movement with yoga books, songs, and games in this family-friendly yoga practice.  

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.