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Animated image of a brown skin girl. "Juneteenth" and "1865" typed in red, yellow and green circling her face.

Juneteenth Jubilee: What Is Juneteenth?

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Deale - Community Meeting Room at Deale Library
Program Type:
Books and Writing, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Special Events
Audience:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

Jubilees typically feature music, food, dancing, parades, and educational activities to honor the end of slavery in the United States. Join us as we read a book about the celebrati...

Library Branch: Deale Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Deale - Community Meeting Room
Audience: Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Program Type: Books and Writing, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Special Events
Event Details:

Jubilees typically feature music, food, dancing, parades, and educational activities to honor the end of slavery in the United States. Join us as we read a book about the celebration of Juneteenth, followed by snacks and fun activities!

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.

Pride Film Fest

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Riviera Beach - Community Meeting Room AB at Riviera Beach Library
Program Type:
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, LGBTQIA+ Interest
Audience:
Adults
Event Details:

Every Tuesday evening in June, we will show a well-received, award-winning film celebrating LGBTQ+ Pride. Join us for a few or all! Films are rated PG-13 or R and are geared to adu...

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: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, LGBTQIA+ Interest
Event Details:

Every Tuesday evening in June, we will show a well-received, award-winning film celebrating LGBTQ+ Pride. Join us for a few or all! Films are rated PG-13 or R and are geared to adult audiences. For film titles, contact the Riviera Beach Library.

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.

All Abilities Activities

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Discoveries - Programming Room at Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Program Type:
Accessibility, Adult Learning, Arts & DIY, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Games, Neurodivergent / Neurodiverse, Special Events
Audience:
Adults
Event Details:

Enjoy games, crafts, and other activities at Discoveries: The Library at the Mall during this monthly social event for adults. Everyone is welcome, so come join us to socialize and...

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, Arts & DIY, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Games, Neurodivergent / Neurodiverse, Special Events
Event Details:

Enjoy games, crafts, and other activities at Discoveries: The Library at the Mall during this monthly social event for adults. Everyone is welcome, so come join us to socialize and meet some new friends. 

 

image of gavel and legal books

Ask a Lawyer in the Library - Virtual Program / Haga una pregunta a un abogado en la biblioteca - Programa Virtual

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Online Events
Program Type:
Bilingual, Community Services, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Special Events
Audience:
Adults
Event Details:

Talk with a volunteer lawyer for up to 20 minutes about your civil, non-family legal problem for free! Once you have signed up, you will be sent an intake sheet and instructio...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online Events
Audience: Adults
Program Type: Bilingual, Community Services, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Special Events
Event Details:

Talk with a volunteer lawyer for up to 20 minutes about your civil, non-family legal problem for free! Once you have signed up, you will be sent an intake sheet and instructions for meeting with the attorney. To register for an appointme

Juneteenth Trivia

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Glen Burnie Library
Program Type:
African American Interest, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Games, Holiday
Audience:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Learn more about the Juneteenth holiday during this special trivia night! Team up with friends or play solo.

Library Branch: Glen Burnie Library
Audience: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: African American Interest, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Games, Holiday
Event Details:

Learn more about the Juneteenth holiday during this special trivia night! Team up with friends or play solo.

happy rainbow st

Rainbow Family Storytime

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Deale - Community Meeting Room at Deale Library
Program Type:
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes, LGBTQIA+ Interest
Audience:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Event Details:

Families of all kinds are invited for stories and songs of diversity, love, and friendship. All are welcome!

Library Branch: Deale Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Deale - Community Meeting Room
Audience: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Program Type: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes, LGBTQIA+ Interest
Event Details:

Families of all kinds are invited for stories and songs of diversity, love, and friendship. All are welcome!

B is for Bellies

My Body Can! Storytime

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Program Type:
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Health & Wellness, Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes, Neurodivergent / Neurodiverse
Audience:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

My body can! My body is strong! Let us empower, embrace, and recognize our body and all that our bodies do for us with this storytime for families.Special guest reader, local autho...

Library Branch: Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Audience: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Program Type: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Health & Wellness, Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes, Neurodivergent / Neurodiverse
Event Details:

My body can! My body is strong! Let us empower, embrace, and recognize our body and all that our bodies do for us with this storytime for families.

Storytime graphic with various illustrated animals reading books

Rainbow Family Storytime

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Broadneck - Community Meeting Room at Broadneck Library
Program Type:
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes, LGBTQIA+ Interest
Audience:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Event Details:

Celebrate LGBTQIA+ Pride with stories and songs of diversity, love, and friendship.

Library Branch: Broadneck Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Broadneck - Community Meeting Room
Audience: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Program Type: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes, LGBTQIA+ Interest
Event Details:

Celebrate LGBTQIA+ Pride with stories and songs of diversity, love, and friendship.

Miss Bella

Drag Story Time with Miss Bella

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Mountain Road Library
Program Type:
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Storytimes, LGBTQIA+ Interest, Special Events
Audience:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

Join local drag performer Miss Bella for a special story time celebrating the joyfulness of our differences and the importance of being true to you! All families are welcome to joi...

Library Branch: Mountain Road Library
Audience: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Program Type: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Storytimes, LGBTQIA+ Interest, Special Events
Event Details:

Join local drag performer Miss Bella for a special story time celebrating the joyfulness of our differences and the importance of being true to you! All families are welcome to join in the fun. 

Kathy MacMillan

Color My World with American Sign Language

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Severn - Community Meeting Room AB at Severn Library
Program Type:
Accessibility, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Special Events
Audience:
All
Summer @ Your Library (S@YL):

Event Details:

Learn basic American Sign Language as we go on a signing adventure through stories, songs, and rhymes for the whole family that feature colors and art vocabulary! Presented by Kath...

Library Branch: Severn Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Severn - Community Meeting Room AB
Audience: All
Program Type: Accessibility, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Special Events

Summer @ Your Library (S@YL)

Event Details:

Learn basic American Sign Language as we go on a signing adventure through stories, songs, and rhymes for the whole family that feature colors and art vocabulary!

Groovy Nate

Groovy Nate

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Crofton Community Meeting Room at Crofton Library
Program Type:
African American Interest, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Performing Arts & Music, Special Events
Audience:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10), All
Summer @ Your Library (S@YL):

Event Details:

Groovy Nate® is a children’s entertainer who creates fun and educational shows using funky grooves, exotic musical instruments, and comedy—a la Sesame Street meets Parliament/Funka...

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), All
Program Type: African American Interest, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Performing Arts & Music, Special Events

Summer @ Your Library (S@YL)

Event Details:

Groovy Nate® is a children’s entertainer who creates fun and educational shows using funky grooves, exotic musical instruments, and comedy—a la Sesame Street meets Parliament/Funkadelic. 

Groovy Nate

Groovy Nate

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Crofton Community Meeting Room at Crofton Library
Program Type:
African American Interest, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Performing Arts & Music, Special Events
Audience:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10), All
Summer @ Your Library (S@YL):

Event Details:

Groovy Nate® is a children’s entertainer who creates fun and educational shows using funky grooves, exotic musical instruments, and comedy—a la Sesame Street meets Parliament/Funka...

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), All
Program Type: African American Interest, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Performing Arts & Music, Special Events

Summer @ Your Library (S@YL)

Event Details:

Groovy Nate® is a children’s entertainer who creates fun and educational shows using funky grooves, exotic musical instruments, and comedy—a la Sesame Street meets Parliament/Funkadelic. 

Pride Film Fest

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Riviera Beach - Community Meeting Room AB at Riviera Beach Library
Program Type:
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, LGBTQIA+ Interest
Audience:
Adults
Event Details:

Every Tuesday evening in June, we will show a well-received, award-winning film celebrating LGBTQ+ Pride. Join us for a few or all! Films are rated PG-13 or R and are geared to adu...

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: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, LGBTQIA+ Interest
Event Details:

Every Tuesday evening in June, we will show a well-received, award-winning film celebrating LGBTQ+ Pride. Join us for a few or all! Films are rated PG-13 or R and are geared to adult audiences. For film titles, contact the Riviera Beach Library.

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.

Paintbrush with rainbow-colored paint and text "share your story with pride art show"

"Share Your Story with Pride" Art Show Reception

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Odenton - Community Meeting Room AB at Odenton Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, LGBTQIA+ Interest, Special Events
Audience:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Event Details:

Join us for the opening celebrations of our Pride Art Show with contributions made from customers, community, and staff.Information for how you can submit artwork can be found here...

Library Branch: Odenton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Odenton - Community Meeting Room AB
Audience: Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, LGBTQIA+ Interest, Special Events
Event Details:

Join us for the opening celebrations of our Pride Art Show with contributions made from customers, community, and staff.

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.

image of gavel and legal books

Ask a Lawyer in the Library - Virtual Program / Haga una pregunta a un abogado en la biblioteca - Programa Virtual

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Online Events
Program Type:
Bilingual, Community Services, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Special Events
Audience:
Adults
Event Details:

Talk with a volunteer lawyer for up to 20 minutes about your civil, non-family legal problem for free! Once you have signed up, you will be sent an intake sheet and instructio...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online Events
Audience: Adults
Program Type: Bilingual, Community Services, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Special Events
Event Details:

Talk with a volunteer lawyer for up to 20 minutes about your civil, non-family legal problem for free! Once you have signed up, you will be sent an intake sheet and instructions for meeting with the attorney. To register for an appointme

The Pride flag that uses the original rainbow, black pride, trans pride, and intersex pride.

Show Your Colors! Design Your Own Pride Flag

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Severn - Community Meeting Room AB at Severn Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, History & Genealogy, LGBTQIA+ Interest
Audience:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

The Pride flag has a long and storied history to discover. Enjoy a presentation on the development of the flag and then design your own and share it! 

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)
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, History & Genealogy, LGBTQIA+ Interest
Event Details:

The Pride flag has a long and storied history to discover. Enjoy a presentation on the development of the flag and then design your own and share it! 

Five children dancing and singing with musical notes

Music & Movement

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Glen Burnie Library
Program Type:
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes, Performing Arts & Music
Audience:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Music & Movement:

Sing, chant, play instruments and dance while exploring sounds, rhythms and patterns that make up our language.

Library Branch: Glen Burnie Library
Audience: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Program Type: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes, Performing Arts & Music

Music & Movement

Sing, chant, play instruments and dance while exploring sounds, rhythms and patterns that make up our language.

Groovy Nate

Groovy Nate

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Glen Burnie Library
Program Type:
African American Interest, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Performing Arts & Music, Special Events
Audience:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10), All
Summer @ Your Library (S@YL):

Event Details:

Groovy Nate® is a children’s entertainer who creates fun and educational shows using funky grooves, exotic musical instruments, and comedy—a la Sesame Street meets Parliament/Funka...

Library Branch: Glen Burnie Library
Audience: Kids (Ages 6 – 10), All
Program Type: African American Interest, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Performing Arts & Music, Special Events

Summer @ Your Library (S@YL)

Event Details:

Groovy Nate® is a children’s entertainer who creates fun and educational shows using funky grooves, exotic musical instruments, and comedy—a la Sesame Street meets Parliament/Funkadelic. 

Groovy Nate

Groovy Nate

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Glen Burnie Library
Program Type:
African American Interest, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Performing Arts & Music, Special Events
Audience:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10), All
Summer @ Your Library (S@YL):

Event Details:

Groovy Nate® is a children’s entertainer who creates fun and educational shows using funky grooves, exotic musical instruments, and comedy—a la Sesame Street meets Parliament/Funka...

Library Branch: Glen Burnie Library
Audience: Kids (Ages 6 – 10), All
Program Type: African American Interest, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Performing Arts & Music, Special Events

Summer @ Your Library (S@YL)

Event Details:

Groovy Nate® is a children’s entertainer who creates fun and educational shows using funky grooves, exotic musical instruments, and comedy—a la Sesame Street meets Parliament/Funkadelic. 

Paintbrush with rainbow-colored paint and text "share your story with pride art show"

Gallery Hours: Share Your Story With Pride Art Exhibit

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Odenton - Community Meeting Room AB at Odenton Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, LGBTQIA+ Interest
Audience:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Event Details:

Drop in to this gallery viewing hour for our 3rd annual Share Your Story With Pride art exhibit created by community contributions. 

Library Branch: Odenton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Odenton - Community Meeting Room AB
Audience: Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, LGBTQIA+ Interest
Event Details:

Drop in to this gallery viewing hour for our 3rd annual Share Your Story With Pride art exhibit created by community contributions. 

Mercado Latino fruit stand

Pretend Play: El Mercado

Friday, June 27, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Discoveries - Programming Room at Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Program Type:
Bilingual, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Hispanic/Latino Interest, Kindergarten Readiness, Special Events
Audience:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Event Details:

Children will use their imaginations in activities that let them explore a pretend Mercado Latino (Latino Market).Los niños usarán su imaginación en actividades que les permitirán ...

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: Bilingual, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Hispanic/Latino Interest, Kindergarten Readiness, Special Events
Event Details:

Children will use their imaginations in activities that let them explore a pretend Mercado Latino (Latino Market).

Los niños usarán su imaginación en actividades que les permitirán explorar un Mercado Latino ficticio.

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 family of various animals reading a story together under a rainbow with books around them.

Rainbow Family Storytime

Saturday, June 28, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Glen Burnie Library
Program Type:
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes, LGBTQIA+ Interest
Audience:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

Enjoy stories about LGBTQ+ families, friendship, and love and participate in rainbow themed crafts and activities. Come dressed as colorfully as you'd like.

Library Branch: Glen Burnie Library
Audience: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Program Type: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes, LGBTQIA+ Interest
Event Details:

Enjoy stories about LGBTQ+ families, friendship, and love and participate in rainbow themed crafts and activities. Come dressed as colorfully as you'd like.

Miss Chief Rocka Headshot

Story Tapestries presents: Powwow Dance with Miss Chief Rocka

Saturday, June 28, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Mountain Road Library
Program Type:
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Native American Interest, Performing Arts & Music, Special Events
Audience:
All
Summer @ Your Library (S@YL):

Event Details:

Step into the world of Native American Dance with Miss Chief Rocka as she performs traditional & storytelling dances steeped in cultural richness and rhythmic exploration. Hail...

Library Branch: Mountain Road Library
Audience: All
Program Type: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Native American Interest, Performing Arts & Music, Special Events

Summer @ Your Library (S@YL)

Event Details:

Step into the world of Native American Dance with Miss Chief Rocka as she performs traditional & storytelling dances steeped in cultural richness and rhythmic exploration.

Cartoon style bag of movie popcorn crafting with rainbow yarn

Flicks with Sticks: The Birdcage (1996, R)

Saturday, June 28, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Busch Annapolis - Campbell-Chambliss Community Meeting Room AB (Both Sides) at Busch Annapolis Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, LGBTQIA+ Interest, Movies
Audience:
Adults
Event Details:

Bring your knitting, crocheting, other needlework and enjoy crafting along to a movie. Patterns will be provided for those who wish to knit or crochet items requested by Luminis An...

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: Arts & DIY, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, LGBTQIA+ Interest, Movies
Event Details:

Bring your knitting, crocheting, other needlework and enjoy crafting along to a movie. Patterns will be provided for those who wish to knit or crochet items requested by Luminis Anne Arundel Medical Center. Non-crafters also very 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.

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.