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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.

Person knitting with blue yarn

Stitchin' in the Stacks

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Severna Park - Other In-library location at Severna Park Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY
Audience:
Adults
Event Details:

Bring your knitting, crochet, embroidery, punch needle, cross stitch, needle point, quilting, rug tufting, macramé, sewing, or any craft. Join fellow crafters on the main library f...

Library Branch: Severna Park Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Severna Park - Other In-library location
Audience: Adults
Program Type: Arts & DIY
Event Details:

Bring your knitting, crochet, embroidery, punch needle, cross stitch, needle point, quilting, rug tufting, macramé, sewing, or any craft. Join fellow crafters on the main library floor for a stitchin' good time. 

Person knitting with blue yarn

Open Craft Night

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Severn - Community Meeting Room A at Severn Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY
Audience:
All
Event Details:

Looking for a space to work on a craft or art project? Want to socialize with other artists and crafters? Come join us for an open craft night at the library! We will provide mater...

Library Branch: Severn Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Severn - Community Meeting Room A
Audience: All
Program Type: Arts & DIY
Event Details:

Looking for a space to work on a craft or art project? Want to socialize with other artists and crafters? Come join us for an open craft night at the library!

Watercolor paints and a gradient painting of blue and pink

Art Night: Show Your Pride

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Deale - Community Meeting Room at Deale Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY
Audience:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Do you enjoy painting, drawing or sketching? If so, then join us to create art.  Be sure to check back later to see the image we'll be creating.Registration is required for th...

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

Do you enjoy painting, drawing or sketching? If so, then join us to create art.  Be sure to check back later to see the image we'll be creating.

Registration is required for this special event. 

Make Art: Pride Month

Make Art - Pride Month

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Maryland City at Russett - Community Meeting Room at Maryland City at Russett Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, LGBTQIA+ Interest
Audience:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Learn about LGBTQIA+ artists throughout history, then create an art piece using one of those artist’s techniques.

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: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, LGBTQIA+ Interest
Required
Event Details:

Learn about LGBTQIA+ artists throughout history, then create an art piece using one of those artist’s techniques.

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.

Stitchin' in the Stacks- Evening Edition

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Severna Park - Other In-library location at Severna Park Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY
Audience:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Bring your knitting, crochet, embroidery, punch needle, cross stitch, needle point, quilting, rug tufting, macramé, sewing, or any craft. Join fellow crafters on the main library f...

Library Branch: Severna Park Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Severna Park - Other In-library location
Audience: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Arts & DIY
Event Details:

Bring your knitting, crochet, embroidery, punch needle, cross stitch, needle point, quilting, rug tufting, macramé, sewing, or any craft. Join fellow crafters on the main library floor for a stitchin' good time. 

Colorful paints and an assortment of artistic tools

Scrape Painting

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Busch Annapolis - Campbell-Chambliss Community Meeting Room AB (Both Sides) at Busch Annapolis Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Special Events
Audience:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

Create a colorful masterpiece using a form of abstract art called scrape painting. Dress for a bit of mess.

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, Special Events
Event Details:

Create a colorful masterpiece using a form of abstract art called scrape painting. Dress for a bit of mess.

Stitch n'Chat details

Stitch n'Chat

Saturday, June 14, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Mountain Road Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Special Events
Audience:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Join us for some social stitching! All types of stitchers are welcome.

Library Branch: Mountain Road Library
Audience: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Special Events
Event Details:

Join us for some social stitching! All types of stitchers are welcome.

Color Our World Craftapalooza

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Severna Park - Community Meeting Room at Severna Park Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, STEAM
Audience:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), All
Event Details:

Join us for Craftapalooza! Drop in and make a craft or two. All supplies provided—just bring your creativity !

Library Branch: Severna Park Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Severna Park - Community Meeting Room
Audience: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), All
Program Type: Arts & DIY, STEAM
Event Details:

Join us for Craftapalooza! Drop in and make a craft or two. All supplies provided—just bring your creativity !

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Anime & Manga Club

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Deale - Community Meeting Room at Deale Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Games, LGBTQIA+ Interest, Movies, Special Events
Audience:
Teens (Ages 11+)
Event Details:

Come hangout with us for Anime and Manga Club! Come share your faves, what you are currently watching/reading, artwork, cosplay, etc. - all things anime and manga! We will have dis...

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Library Branch: Deale Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Deale - Community Meeting Room
Audience: Teens (Ages 11+)
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Games, LGBTQIA+ Interest, Movies, Special Events
Event Details:

Come hangout with us for Anime and Manga Club! Come share your faves, what you are currently watching/reading, artwork, cosplay, etc. - all things anime and manga! We will have discussions, play games, and more!

Watercolor paints and a gradient painting of blue and pink

Pride Crafternoon

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Deale - Community Meeting Room at Deale Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, LGBTQIA+ Interest, Neurodivergent / Neurodiverse, Special Events
Audience:
Teens (Ages 11+)
Event Details:

All are welcome for an afternoon of rainbow and Pride-themed crafts, including pronoun buttons, flag making, and more! Feel free to bring your own craft to work on or share as well...

Library Branch: Deale Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Deale - Community Meeting Room
Audience: Teens (Ages 11+)
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, LGBTQIA+ Interest, Neurodivergent / Neurodiverse, Special Events
Event Details:

All are welcome for an afternoon of rainbow and Pride-themed crafts, including pronoun buttons, flag making, and more! Feel free to bring your own craft to work on or share as well.

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

Share Your Story With Pride Community Art Project

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Odenton - Creation Station at Odenton Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, LGBTQIA+ Interest, Special Events
Audience:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Come and create a multimedia masterpiece that will become part of a community art project that will be displayed at the 3rd Annual "Share Your Story With Pride" Art Show this ...

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

Come and create a multimedia masterpiece that will become part of a community art project that will be displayed at the 3rd Annual "Share Your Story With Pride" Art Show this June.

"Cardboard Crafternoon, what will you create?", cardboard house and plane

Cardboard Crafternoon

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Linthicum - Community Meeting Room at Linthicum Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Special Events
Audience:
All
Event Details:

Unleash your creativity at our Cardboard Crafternoon! Whether you dream of building a castle, maze, spaceship, or something entirely different, come and use our cardboard and art s...

Library Branch: Linthicum Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Linthicum - Community Meeting Room
Audience: All
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Special Events
Event Details:

Unleash your creativity at our Cardboard Crafternoon! Whether you dream of building a castle, maze, spaceship, or something entirely different, come and use our cardboard and art supplies to create it. Your imagination is the limit!

Mindful Making

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Severna Park - Other In-library location at Severna Park Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY
Audience:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Practice mindfulness with crafting. 

Library Branch: Severna Park Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Severna Park - Other In-library location
Audience: Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Arts & DIY
Event Details:

Practice mindfulness with crafting. 

Watercolor paints and a gradient painting of blue and pink

Mocktails & Art Night: Studio Ghibli

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Deale - Community Meeting Room at Deale Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY
Audience:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Do you enjoy painting, drawing or sketching? If so, then join us to create art.  Be sure to check back later to see the image we'll be creating.Registration is required for th...

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

Do you enjoy painting, drawing or sketching? If so, then join us to create art.  Be sure to check back later to see the image we'll be creating.

Registration is required for this special event. 

Person knitting with blue yarn

Broadneck Needlecrafters

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Broadneck - Community Meeting Room at Broadneck Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY
Audience:
Adults
Event Details:

Sew, knit, needlepoint, crochet - we do it all! Meet old friends and new as we teach and learn from each other. Beginners welcome.

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

Sew, knit, needlepoint, crochet - we do it all! Meet old friends and new as we teach and learn from each other. Beginners welcome.

"Cardboard Crafternoon, what will you create?", cardboard house and plane

Cardboard Crafternoon (in the Morning!)

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Linthicum - Community Meeting Room at Linthicum Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Special Events
Audience:
All
Event Details:

Unleash your creativity at our Cardboard Crafternoon (in the Morning)! This is an encore event from the night before. Add onto what is already built or build your own creation. Whe...

Library Branch: Linthicum Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Linthicum - Community Meeting Room
Audience: All
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Special Events
Event Details:

Unleash your creativity at our Cardboard Crafternoon (in the Morning)! This is an encore event from the night before. Add onto what is already built or build your own creation.

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. 

 

Color Our World

Summer @ Your Library Kickoff - Color Our World

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Deale - Community Meeting Room at Deale Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Games, Special Events, Outdoor Event
Audience:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Summer @ Your Library (S@YL):

Event Details:

"Color Our World" crafts and activities to kickoff your summer reading adventure! Drop in anytime to register for the summer reading challenge and participate in activities al...

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: Arts & DIY, Games, Special Events, Outdoor Event

Summer @ Your Library (S@YL)

Event Details:

"Color Our World" crafts and activities to kickoff your summer reading adventure! Drop in anytime to register for the summer reading challenge and participate in activities all around the library.

Summer at Your Library Kick Off - Art Palooza

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Riviera Beach - Community Meeting Room AB at Riviera Beach Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY
Audience:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Event Details:

Join us for arts, crafts, games and more at our Art Palooza. Don't forget to sign up for the Summer @ Your Library Challenge while you're here!

Library Branch: Riviera Beach Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Riviera Beach - Community Meeting Room AB
Audience: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Program Type: Arts & DIY
Event Details:

Join us for arts, crafts, games and more at our Art Palooza. Don't forget to sign up for the Summer @ Your Library Challenge while you're here!

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Sewing Basics for Teens & Young Adults

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Busch Annapolis - Makerspace at Busch Annapolis Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY
Audience:
Teens (Ages 11+)
Event Details:

Are you new to sewing? Did you know the library has machines you can use in the Maker Space? Receive instruction on basic techniques and skills for how to use sewing machines.

Required
Library Branch: Busch Annapolis Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Busch Annapolis - Makerspace
Audience: Teens (Ages 11+)
Program Type: Arts & DIY
Required
Event Details:

Are you new to sewing? Did you know the library has machines you can use in the Maker Space? Receive instruction on basic techniques and skills for how to use sewing machines.

Knitting

Mad Hatters Knitting Club

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Eastport - Other In-library location at Eastport-Annapolis Neck Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY
Audience:
Adults
Event Details:

Knitters and crocheters of all skill levels are welcome at this monthly meeting. Bring your own project or use our materials to work on projects for charity.

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

Knitters and crocheters of all skill levels are welcome at this monthly meeting. Bring your own project or use our materials to work on projects for charity.

Senior Hangout - Paper Flowers

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Riviera Beach - Programming Room at Riviera Beach Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Games
Audience:
Adults
Event Details:

Come enjoy puzzles, games and crafts while getting to know other seniors in the community. This month will feature a paper flower craft to give a try!

Library Branch: Riviera Beach Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Riviera Beach - Programming Room
Audience: Adults
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Games
Event Details:

Come enjoy puzzles, games and crafts while getting to know other seniors in the community. This month will feature a paper flower craft to give a try!

Watercolor paints and a gradient painting of blue and pink

Art Explorers

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Edgewater - Community Meeting Room at Edgewater Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Special Events
Audience:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

Color your world at the library! Every month, Art Explorers will investigate new art concepts, materials, and techniques to make a unique work of art.June: Print-makingJuly: Textil...

Library Branch: Edgewater Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Edgewater - Community Meeting Room
Audience: Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Special Events
Event Details:

Color your world at the library! Every month, Art Explorers will investigate new art concepts, materials, and techniques to make a unique work of art.

June: Print-making

July: Textiles

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.