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BYOD Family Movie Night - Paw Patrol Mighty Movie

Thursday, September 5, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Mountain Road Library
Program Type:
Movies, Special Events
Age Group:
All
Event Details:

Grab dinner from a local restaurant or from home and come enjoy a family friendly movie at the library.  Paw Patrol Mighty Movie PG

Library Branch: Mountain Road Library
Age Group: All
Program Type: Movies, Special Events
Event Details:

Grab dinner from a local restaurant or from home and come enjoy a family friendly movie at the library. 

Paw Patrol Mighty Movie PG

Baby looking at picture book

Young Child at Play

Friday, September 6, 2024 at 10:15am - 11:15am
Odenton - Community Meeting Room AB at Odenton Library
Program Type:
Kindergarten Readiness, Special Events
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Event Details:

Young children from birth to 5 years old (with caring adult) may enjoy books, music and a variety of developmentally appropriate toys during this hour of unstructured social time.&...

Library Branch: Odenton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Odenton - Community Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Program Type: Kindergarten Readiness, Special Events
Event Details:

Young children from birth to 5 years old (with caring adult) may enjoy books, music and a variety of developmentally appropriate toys during this hour of unstructured social time. A representative from Anne Arundel Community College's B.E.S.T

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Baby Explores Art

Friday, September 6, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Linthicum - Community Meeting Room at Linthicum Library
Program Type:
Special Events
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Event Details:

Babies (birth to 18 months) will explore different art mediums and learn through play. Please wear clothing that is mess friendly.

Library Branch: Linthicum Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Linthicum - Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Program Type: Special Events
Event Details:

Babies (birth to 18 months) will explore different art mediums and learn through play. Please wear clothing that is mess friendly.

children dancing in programming room, balloons and scarves in the air

Let's Dance! / ¡Bailemos!

Friday, September 6, 2024 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, Performing Arts & Music, Special Events
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Event Details:

Join us for a short bilingual storytime followed by a Latin music dance party! Enjoy the rhythm of Latin music while showing off your dance moves with your baby, toddler, or pre-sc...

Library Branch: Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Discoveries - Programming Room
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Program Type: Bilingual, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Hispanic/Latino Interest, Kindergarten Readiness, Performing Arts & Music, Special Events
Event Details:

Join us for a short bilingual storytime followed by a Latin music dance party! Enjoy the rhythm of Latin music while showing off your dance moves with your baby, toddler, or pre-schooler/kindergartener.

Dog with bookshelf

Paws to Read

Saturday, September 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Odenton - Community Meeting Room AB at Odenton Library
Program Type:
Special Events
Age Group:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Paws to Read:

Children in elementary school improve their reading skills while enjoying the rapt attention of canine tutors.  

Event Details:

Call the Odenton Library at 410-222-6277 to register for a 15 minute appointment beginning two weeks before the program. 

Required
Library Branch: Odenton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Odenton - Community Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Program Type: Special Events
Required

Paws to Read

Children in elementary school improve their reading skills while enjoying the rapt attention of canine tutors.  

Event Details:

Call the Odenton Library at 410-222-6277 to register for a 15 minute appointment beginning two weeks before the program. 

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.

Golden Retriever with books

Paws to Read

Saturday, September 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Linthicum - Community Meeting Room at Linthicum Library
Program Type:
Special Events
Age Group:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Paws to Read:

Children in elementary school improve their reading skills while enjoying the rapt attention of canine tutors.  

Event Details:

Call the Linthicum Library at 410-222-6265 to register for a 15 minute appointment beginning two weeks before the program. 

Library Branch: Linthicum Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Linthicum - Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Program Type: Special Events

Paws to Read

Children in elementary school improve their reading skills while enjoying the rapt attention of canine tutors.  

Event Details:

Call the Linthicum Library at 410-222-6265 to register for a 15 minute appointment beginning two weeks before the program. 

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.

Storytime graphic with various illustrated animals reading books

Saturday Storytime Surprise

Saturday, September 7, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Glen Burnie Library
Program Type:
Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes, Special Events
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Event Details:

Enjoy a different surprise storytime every week. Will there be a craft? Music? Dragons? Unicorns? Whatever the theme, families with little ones are sure to have a lot of fun!

Library Branch: Glen Burnie Library
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Program Type: Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes, Special Events
Event Details:

Enjoy a different surprise storytime every week. Will there be a craft? Music? Dragons? Unicorns? Whatever the theme, families with little ones are sure to have a lot of fun!

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1000 Books Before Kindergarten Bubble Wrap Dance Party!

Saturday, September 7, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Mountain Road Library
Program Type:
Special Events
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Event Details:

Join us for a Bubble Wrap Dance party and pop the morning away! Lots of music and dancing. Sign up your child for 1000 Books Before Kindergarten and take home a free book and bag. ...

Library Branch: Mountain Road Library
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Program Type: Special Events
Event Details:

Join us for a Bubble Wrap Dance party and pop the morning away! Lots of music and dancing. Sign up your child for 1000 Books Before Kindergarten and take home a free book and bag.

Multicolored Pile of Lego Bricks

Building Block Challenge

Saturday, September 7, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Odenton - Community Meeting Room AB at Odenton Library
Program Type:
Games, Special Events, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

Join us for an afternoon of Building Block Challenges! How quick can you complete the challenges? We will supply the building blocks.

Library Branch: Odenton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Odenton - Community Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Program Type: Games, Special Events, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Join us for an afternoon of Building Block Challenges! How quick can you complete the challenges? We will supply the building blocks.

AA B of WP&R

Anne Arundel Waterway Restoration

Saturday, September 7, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Riviera Beach - Community Meeting Room AB at Riviera Beach Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Gardening & Environment, Special Events
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Why is stormwater such a big deal, and how can we take action upstream? Join the Anne Arundel County Bureau of Watershed Protection & Restoration (BWPR) for a lively discuss...

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

Why is stormwater such a big deal, and how can we take action upstream?

Blood Drive Heart

American Red Cross Blood Drive

Monday, September 9, 2024 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
Age Group:
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 preregis...

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)
Age Group: 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!

Star Wars Book Cover

Graphic Novel Book Club: Star Wars: Adventures by Daniel José Older; art by Harvey Tolibao

Monday, September 9, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Mountain Road Library
Program Type:
Books and Writing, Special Events
Age Group:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

Read Star Wars: Adventures written by Daniel José Older; art by Harvey Tolibao graphic novel and join us for a discussion, activities, and crafts. For 3rd-6th grade

Library Branch: Mountain Road Library
Age Group: Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Program Type: Books and Writing, Special Events
Event Details:

Read Star Wars: Adventures written by Daniel José Older; art by Harvey Tolibao graphic novel and join us for a discussion, activities, and crafts.

For 3rd-6th grade

AACPL Library Card

Welcome to the Library Social Hour

Monday, September 9, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Edgewater - Community Meeting Room at Edgewater Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Books and Writing, Community Services, Special Events
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Event Details:

Welcome to your library! Whether you're a new library user, or you've had your card for ages, celebrate Library Card Sign Up Month at this fun and informative social hour. Learn ab...

Library Branch: Edgewater Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Edgewater - Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Program Type: Adult Learning, Books and Writing, Community Services, Special Events
Event Details:

Welcome to your library! Whether you're a new library user, or you've had your card for ages, celebrate Library Card Sign Up Month at this fun and informative social hour.

Silhouette of two people talking.

English Conversation Club

Monday, September 9, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Online Events
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Hispanic/Latino Interest, Special Events
Age Group:
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 practica...

Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online Events
Age Group: 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.

Family Storytime: Bluey

Monday, September 9, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Linthicum - Community Meeting Room at Linthicum Library
Program Type:
Books and Writing, Kindergarten Readiness, Performing Arts & Music, Special Events
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Event Details:

Join Ms. Caroline for a family storytime with stories, songs, dancing, and games all about your favorite Australian Blue Heeler and her family. Bring a blanket if you're feeling in...

Library Branch: Linthicum Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Linthicum - Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Program Type: Books and Writing, Kindergarten Readiness, Performing Arts & Music, Special Events
Event Details:

Join Ms. Caroline for a family storytime with stories, songs, dancing, and games all about your favorite Australian Blue Heeler and her family.

Building blocks

Little Engineers: Constructive Play

Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Glen Burnie Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Kindergarten Readiness, Special Events, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Event Details:

Children will explore open ended activities and play by building, shaping, and manipulating objects to create something new. Curiosity and creativity abound, fosteri...

Library Branch: Glen Burnie Library
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Kindergarten Readiness, Special Events, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Children will explore open ended activities and play by building, shaping, and manipulating objects to create something new. Curiosity and creativity abound, fostering the development of cognitive and functional skills.

a group of children sitting on the floor reading books

Early Reader Book Club

Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Broadneck - Community Meeting Room at Broadneck Library
Program Type:
Books and Writing, Special Events
Age Group:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

Children in K-2 can practice their reading skills through group reading, activities and games based on popular beginner reader books. Each session will focus on a different th...

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

Children in K-2 can practice their reading skills through group reading, activities and games based on popular beginner reader books. Each session will focus on a different theme.

Hackathon

Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Odenton - Community Meeting Room AB at Odenton Library
Program Type:
Military/Veterans Interest, Special Events, STEM/STEAM, Technology
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+)
Event Details:

Level cybersecurity and technology skills by hacking your way through different computer activities. This event is presented in partnership with the 780th Military Intelligence ...

Required
Library Branch: Odenton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Odenton - Community Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Teens (Ages 11+)
Program Type: Military/Veterans Interest, Special Events, STEM/STEAM, Technology
Required
Event Details:

Level cybersecurity and technology skills by hacking your way through different computer activities.

This event is presented in partnership with the 780th Military Intelligence Brigade (Cyber).

Anime Club for Adults! in speech bubble on teal sunburst background.

Anime & Manga Club for Adults!

Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:45pm
Glen Burnie Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Books and Writing, Games, LGBTQIA+ Interest, Neurodivergent / Neurodiverse, Special Events
Age Group:
Adults
Anime/Manga Club:

Share in the love of Japanese animation and comics! Come join your fellow Otaku and enjoy anime watching, manga discussions, games, creating, and more! Light snacks provided and co...

Library Branch: Glen Burnie Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Books and Writing, Games, LGBTQIA+ Interest, Neurodivergent / Neurodiverse, Special Events

Anime/Manga Club

Share in the love of Japanese animation and comics! Come join your fellow Otaku and enjoy anime watching, manga discussions, games, creating, and more! Light snacks provided and cosplay is always 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.

Swirling design with numerous Zentangle patterns.

The Mindful Art of Zentangle

Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Online Events
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Arts & DIY, Health & Wellness, Special Events
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us virtually for this meditative art form led by a certified Zentangle instructor. We will combine basic drawing strokes into easy-to-learn patterns that inspire creativity an...

Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online Events
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Arts & DIY, Health & Wellness, Special Events
Required
Event Details:

Join us virtually for this meditative art form led by a certified Zentangle instructor. We will combine basic drawing strokes into easy-to-learn patterns that inspire creativity and relaxation. No previous art experience needed.

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, September 11, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Online Events
Program Type:
Bilingual, Community Services, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Special Events
Age Group:
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
Age Group: 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

Teen Study Hall

Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Glen Burnie Library
Program Type:
Special Events
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+)
Event Details:

As a new semester begins, explore helpful library resources, connect and collaborate with other students, and decompress from the school day.

Library Branch: Glen Burnie Library
Age Group: Teens (Ages 11+)
Program Type: Special Events
Event Details:

As a new semester begins, explore helpful library resources, connect and collaborate with other students, and decompress from the school day.

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.

Sugar Scrub

Back-to-School Stress Relief Party

Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Crofton Community Meeting Room at Crofton Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Health & Wellness, Special Events
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+)
Event Details:

Need to unwind from the stress of the back-to-school season? Join us for a night of stress-relieving activities! We’ll be doing a variety of crafts, such as making sugar scrubs, as...

Library Branch: Crofton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Crofton Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 11+)
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Health & Wellness, Special Events
Event Details:

Need to unwind from the stress of the back-to-school season? Join us for a night of stress-relieving activities! We’ll be doing a variety of crafts, such as making sugar scrubs, as well as learning tips and tricks for how to combat stress.

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.

Woman holding the hand of an elderly man

Dementia 101: It's Not Just Memory Loss

Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Busch Annapolis - Campbell-Chambliss Community Meeting Room AB (Both Sides) at Busch Annapolis Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Neurodivergent / Neurodiverse, Special Events
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Dementia is a devastating illness that is more than just memory loss. It is a degenerative disease that impacts an individual’s physical, cognitive, emotional and social functionin...

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)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Neurodivergent / Neurodiverse, Special Events
Event Details:

Dementia is a devastating illness that is more than just memory loss. It is a degenerative disease that impacts an individual’s physical, cognitive, emotional and social functioning.

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.