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Anne Arundel Community College Information Session

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Severna Park - Community Meeting Room at Severna Park Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Career Development
Audience:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Trying to decide what your next step is after High School? Looking to change careers? Are you an older adult who wants to go back to finish a degree, or do you simply want take a f...

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, Career Development
Event Details:

Trying to decide what your next step is after High School? Looking to change careers? Are you an older adult who wants to go back to finish a degree, or do you simply want take a few classes for your own growth?

Woman assisting patron at desktop computer

Microsoft Word Intermediate

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Odenton - Computer Lab at Odenton Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Technology
Audience:
Adults
Event Details:

To register for this class, you must have completed Microsoft Word Basics or one-on-one training. Learn more Microsoft Word with using headers and footers, formatting text, co...

Required
Library Branch: Odenton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Odenton - Computer Lab
Audience: Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Technology
Required
Event Details:

To register for this class, you must have completed Microsoft Word Basics or one-on-one training. 

closeup of man outdoors taking a photo using a camera

Virtual Visit: Capturing the World: Travel Photography

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Online Events
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Arts & DIY, Special Events, Technology
Audience:
Adults
Event Details:

Sometimes our photos are the most cherished things that we bring back from our travels. Photographer Rich Isaacman has been to 56 countries on 6 continents, and he makes photograph...

Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online Events
Audience: Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Arts & DIY, Special Events, Technology
Required
Event Details:

Sometimes our photos are the most cherished things that we bring back from our travels. Photographer Rich Isaacman has been to 56 countries on 6 continents, and he makes photography a central part of his visits.

Words that spell out stop gun violence, two hands

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.

paper bag with mystery ingredients

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?

Silhouette of two people talking.

English Conversation Club

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Online Events
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Hispanic/Latino Interest, Special Events
Audience:
Adults
Event Details:

Get together to practice speaking English. All levels and native languages are welcome.Registration is required to receive the Zoom link.Únase a nosotros para practicar Inglés...

Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online Events
Audience: Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Hispanic/Latino Interest, Special Events
Required
Event Details:

Get together to practice speaking English. All levels and native languages are welcome.

Registration is required to receive the Zoom link.

Hands planting flowering plants

Severna Park Plant Club

Monday, May 19, 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...

Required
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
Required
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, May 19, 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.

Woman assisting patron at desktop computer

Microsoft Word More Skills, Tips and Tricks

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Odenton - Computer Lab at Odenton Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Technology
Audience:
Adults
Event Details:

To register for this class, you must have completed Microsoft Word Basics or one-on-one training.Learn more Microsoft Word including using mail merge to print letters, labels, and ...

Required
Library Branch: Odenton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Odenton - Computer Lab
Audience: Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Technology
Required
Event Details:

To register for this class, you must have completed Microsoft Word Basics or one-on-one training.

Shot of people in crowd listening to a lecturer

Safely Aging in Place

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Severna Park - Community Meeting Room at Severna Park Library
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: 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:

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.

Tech Help Hours

Tech Help Hours

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Mountain Road Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Special Events, Technology
Audience:
Adults
Event Details:

Need help with your devices? Sign up for Mountain Road Library's Tech Help Hours. We can provide personalized help for basic tech requests, such as computer and internet basics, Mi...

Library Branch: Mountain Road Library
Audience: Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Special Events, Technology
Event Details:

Need help with your devices? Sign up for Mountain Road Library's Tech Help Hours. We can provide personalized help for basic tech requests, such as computer and internet basics, Microsoft Office or Google apps, personal devices, and more!

Language Exchange/Intercambio de Idiomas

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Brooklyn Park - Public Floor at Brooklyn Park Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Bilingual
Audience:
Adults, Hispanohablantes (Presented in Spanish)
Event Details:

Join a group of English and Spanish speakers to practice speaking either language in a fun and informal setting. Únase a un grupo de hablantes de inglés y español para practicar ha...

Library Branch: Brooklyn Park Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Brooklyn Park - Public Floor
Audience: Adults, Hispanohablantes (Presented in Spanish)
Program Type: Adult Learning, Bilingual
Event Details:

Join a group of English and Spanish speakers to practice speaking either language in a fun and informal setting.

Donuts and Discussions graphic

Donuts & Discussion: Chair Yoga

Friday, May 23, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Linthicum - Community Meeting Room at Linthicum Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Health & Wellness, Older Americans
Audience:
Adults
Event Details:

Visit us for a morning of socializing and learning some new chair yoga poses. Bring a towel to help with some of the stretches. 

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

Visit us for a morning of socializing and learning some new chair yoga poses. Bring a towel to help with some of the stretches. 

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.

Pollinators

Pollinators & Plants – How to Help Bees, Butterflies, and Birds in Your Own Backyard!

Saturday, May 24, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Linthicum - Community Meeting Room at Linthicum Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Gardening & Environment
Audience:
All
Event Details:

Pollinators such as bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds play a vital role in our ecosystems, but habitat loss is putting them at risk. This interactive, family-friendly workshop wi...

Required
Library Branch: Linthicum Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Linthicum - Community Meeting Room
Audience: All
Program Type: Adult Learning, Gardening & Environment
Required
Event Details:

Pollinators such as bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds play a vital role in our ecosystems, but habitat loss is putting them at risk.

All Abilities Activities PROM

Wednesday, May 28, 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. 

Nicole T. Livingston

Estate Planning Essentials

Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Severna Park - Community Meeting Room at Severna Park Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Business and Finance, Older Americans
Audience:
Adults
Event Details:

Attorney Nicole T. Livingston of Council Baradel will present on “Estate Planning Essentials.” She will discuss the differences between Wills and Trusts, Power of Attorney, Medical...

Required
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, Business and Finance, Older Americans
Required
Event Details:

Attorney Nicole T. Livingston of Council Baradel will present on “Estate Planning Essentials.” She will discuss the differences between Wills and Trusts, Power of Attorney, Medical Directives and more.

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.

An image of a teen and adult driving in a car together.

Car Ownership for Teens & Young Adults

Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Online Events
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Special Events
Audience:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Come join us and Chaya Milchtein, the Mech Shop Femme, and learn all about the basics of car ownership! This workshop covers warning lights, when to tow a car, how to say no t...

Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online Events
Audience: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Special Events
Required
Event Details:

Come join us and Chaya Milchtein, the Mech Shop Femme, and learn all about the basics of car ownership! 

This workshop covers warning lights, when to tow a car, how to say no to a mechanic, and more.

All Systems Red (The Murderbot Diaries) by Martha Wells

Arnold Senior Center Book Club

Monday, June 2, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Broadneck - Community Meeting Room at Broadneck Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Books and Writing, Older Americans
Audience:
Adults
Event Details:

We will be discussing All Systems Red (The Murderbot Diaries) by Martha Wells at this month's meeting. This book club is held at the Broadneck Library in partnership with the Arnol...

Library Branch: Broadneck Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Broadneck - Community Meeting Room
Audience: Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Books and Writing, Older Americans
Event Details:

We will be discussing All Systems Red (The Murderbot Diari

Tech Help Hours

Tech Help Hours

Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Mountain Road Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Special Events, Technology
Audience:
Adults
Event Details:

Need help with your devices? Sign up for Mountain Road Library's Tech Help Hours. We can provide personalized help for basic tech requests, such as computer and internet basics, Mi...

Library Branch: Mountain Road Library
Audience: Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Special Events, Technology
Event Details:

Need help with your devices? Sign up for Mountain Road Library's Tech Help Hours. We can provide personalized help for basic tech requests, such as computer and internet basics, Microsoft Office or Google apps, personal devices, and more!

Financial Literacy: Fraud Prevention

Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Brooklyn Park - Teen Area at Brooklyn Park Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning
Audience:
Adults
Event Details:

Understanding the different types of fraud will help you avoid becoming a victim. Stay informed on the latest fraud threats with us.

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
Event Details:

Understanding the different types of fraud will help you avoid becoming a victim. Stay informed on the latest fraud threats with us.

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.

Group chair yoga class, four people sitting in chairs, stretching their arms over their heads

Chair Yoga for Beginners

Monday, June 9, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Crofton Community Meeting Room at Crofton Library
Program Type:
Accessibility, Adult Learning, Health & Wellness, Older Americans, Women’s Interest
Audience:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

A modified Hatha yoga class focuses on increasing range of motion and mobility. The postures in this adaptive class take place either seated in a chair or standing while using a ch...

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, Women’s Interest
Required
Event Details:

A modified Hatha yoga class focuses on increasing range of motion and mobility. The postures in this adaptive class take place either seated in a chair or standing while using a chair as support for balance.

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.

 

Hands holding yarn and fiber arts tools

Friends and Fiber Arts

Monday, June 9, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Odenton - Creation Station at Odenton Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Arts & DIY, Older Americans
Audience:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Do you knit? Crochet? Embroider? Quilt? Cross-stitch? Or do you want to learn?We meet to share fiber arts projects, learn techniques, and make new friends. Beginning materials prov...

Library Branch: Odenton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Odenton - Creation Station
Audience: Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Arts & DIY, Older Americans
Event Details:

Do you knit? Crochet? Embroider? Quilt? Cross-stitch? Or do you want to learn?

We meet to share fiber arts projects, learn techniques, and make new friends. Beginning materials provided, if needed.

overlapping polygons in warm and cool colors

Acrylic Painting: Color Play for Adults

Monday, June 9, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Maryland City at Russett - Community Meeting Room at Maryland City at Russett Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Arts & DIY, Special Events
Audience:
Adults
Event Details:

Using acrylics, we will paint with an emphasis on warm/cool color schemes. We will be working on a fun project that involves simple drawings, adding freeform curves and lines, and ...

Required
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: Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Arts & DIY, Special Events
Required
Event Details:

Using acrylics, we will paint with an emphasis on warm/cool color schemes. We will be working on a fun project that involves simple drawings, adding freeform curves and lines, and painting shapes within shapes.

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.

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.