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goats looking over fence with text reading Storytime at Kinder Farm Park, evern 2nd Monday at 9:30 am

Storytime at Kinder Farm Park

Monday, April 14, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Severna Park - Off Site at Severna Park Library
Program Type:
Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes, Outdoor Event
Audience:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Event Details:

Enjoy a family storytime at Kinder Farm Park! We'll meet at the picnic area next to the playground. If you arrive between 9-9:30am, let the gate attendant know you are visitin...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Severna Park Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Severna Park - Off Site
Audience: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Program Type: Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes, Outdoor Event
Event Details:

Enjoy a family storytime at Kinder Farm Park! We'll meet at the picnic area next to the playground. 

If you arrive between 9-9:30am, let the gate attendant know you are visiting for the storytime to waive the parking fee.

STEM graphic with science icons

Family STEM Night: Earth Science

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Edgewater - Community Meeting Room at Edgewater Library
Program Type:
STEAM, Technology, Outdoor Event
Audience:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

Celebrate Earth Day at this special Family STEM Night! Design a simple water filter, build a miniature windmill, and find out which materials work best to clean up an oil spill. Le...

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: STEAM, Technology, Outdoor Event
Event Details:

Celebrate Earth Day at this special Family STEM Night! Design a simple water filter, build a miniature windmill, and find out which materials work best to clean up an oil spill.

Globe in the foreground that is reflecting light and clouds, and sitting on a fern frond on bare soil on a fern

Earth Day Celebration

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Glen Burnie Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment, Special Events, STEAM, Outdoor Event
Audience:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

Kids (ages 6-10) come join us as we celebrate the 55th anniversary of Earth Day! We will explore this day through fun games, STEM, reading, writing, crafts, and tons of other activ...

Library Branch: Glen Burnie Library
Audience: Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Program Type: Gardening & Environment, Special Events, STEAM, Outdoor Event
Event Details:

Kids (ages 6-10) come join us as we celebrate the 55th anniversary of Earth Day! We will explore this day through fun games, STEM, reading, writing, crafts, and tons of other activities. Weather permitting, this event will be outside.

A bright red mushroom or toadstool growing out of mulch

Roadside Nature

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Severn - Community Meeting Room B at Severn Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Gardening & Environment, Health & Wellness, Holiday, STEAM, Outdoor Event
Audience:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Event Details:

Celebrate Earth Day by learning about the plants, animals, and other nature that we see in our neighborhoods and roadsides! Dress for the weather and be prepared for a ramble aroun...

Library Branch: Severn Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Severn - Community Meeting Room B
Audience: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Program Type: Adult Learning, Gardening & Environment, Health & Wellness, Holiday, STEAM, Outdoor Event
Event Details:

Celebrate Earth Day by learning about the plants, animals, and other nature that we see in our neighborhoods and roadsides! Dress for the weather and be prepared for a ramble around the sidewalks near Severn Library.

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.

 

Beverly Triton Nature Park

Nature Story Time at Beverly Triton Nature Park

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Edgewater - Off Site at Edgewater Library
Program Type:
Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes, Special Events, Outdoor Event
Audience:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Event Details:

Join us for a fresh-air story time at Beverly Triton Nature Park! Children will build literacy skills and develop an appreciation for nature while we read books, sing songs, and ta...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Edgewater Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Edgewater - Off Site
Audience: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Program Type: Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes, Special Events, Outdoor Event
Event Details:

Join us for a fresh-air story time at Beverly Triton Nature Park! Children will build literacy skills and develop an appreciation for nature while we read books, sing songs, and take a short hike on the trails accompanied by a park ranger.

Watercolor paints and a gradient painting of blue and pink

Preschool Nature Process Art

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Edgewater - Community Meeting Room at Edgewater Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Kindergarten Readiness, Special Events, Outdoor Event
Audience:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Event Details:

Babies, toddlers, and preschoolers will paint, print, and create with natural materials. These activities may get messy, so please dress accordingly!Weather permitting, this event ...

Library Branch: Edgewater Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Edgewater - Community Meeting Room
Audience: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Kindergarten Readiness, Special Events, Outdoor Event
Event Details:

Babies, toddlers, and preschoolers will paint, print, and create with natural materials. These activities may get messy, so please dress accordingly!

goats looking over fence with text reading Storytime at Kinder Farm Park, evern 2nd Monday at 9:30 am

Storytime at Kinder Farm Park

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Severna Park - Off Site at Severna Park Library
Program Type:
Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes, Outdoor Event
Audience:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Event Details:

Enjoy a family storytime at Kinder Farm Park! We'll meet at the picnic area next to the playground. If you arrive between 9-9:30am, let the gate attendant know you are visitin...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Severna Park Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Severna Park - Off Site
Audience: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Program Type: Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes, Outdoor Event
Event Details:

Enjoy a family storytime at Kinder Farm Park! We'll meet at the picnic area next to the playground. 

If you arrive between 9-9:30am, let the gate attendant know you are visiting for the storytime to waive the parking fee.

Beverly Triton Nature Park

Nature Story Time at Beverly Triton Nature Park

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Edgewater - Off Site at Edgewater Library
Program Type:
Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes, Special Events, Outdoor Event
Audience:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Event Details:

Join us for a fresh-air story time at Beverly Triton Nature Park! Children will build literacy skills and develop an appreciation for nature while we read books, sing songs, and ta...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Edgewater Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Edgewater - Off Site
Audience: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Program Type: Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes, Special Events, Outdoor Event
Event Details:

Join us for a fresh-air story time at Beverly Triton Nature Park! Children will build literacy skills and develop an appreciation for nature while we read books, sing songs, and take a short hike on the trails accompanied by a park ranger.

Mindfulness in Nature

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Brooklyn Park - Other In-library location at Brooklyn Park Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment, Health & Wellness, Outdoor Event
Audience:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

Did you know that mindful outdoor experiences create happier, healthier humans? Join us for a fun session on practicing mindfulness in nature! As we explore the green spaces and th...

Library Branch: Brooklyn Park Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Brooklyn Park - Other In-library location
Audience: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Program Type: Gardening & Environment, Health & Wellness, Outdoor Event
Event Details:

Did you know that mindful outdoor experiences create happier, healthier humans? Join us for a fun session on practicing mindfulness in nature!

Blue Angels Rooftop Watch Party

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Program Type:
Military/Veterans Interest, Outdoor Event
Audience:
All
Event Details:

Join us up on the Green Parking Deck above the library for a sky level view of the Blue Angels show! Bring blankets and chairs for your family and be ready to dance, make paper air...

Library Branch: Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Audience: All
Program Type: Military/Veterans Interest, Outdoor Event
Event Details:

Join us up on the Green Parking Deck above the library for a sky level view of the Blue Angels show! Bring blankets and chairs for your family and be ready to dance, make paper airplanes and cover your ears as the jets fly by!

Paper shredder

Community Shred Event

Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Severna Park - Other In-library location at Severna Park Library
Program Type:
Community Services, Special Events, Outdoor Event
Audience:
Adults
Event Details:

Help the planet by participating in our Community Shred Event.  Shredding unwanted paper helps keep it out of the landfill!Participants can bring 4 bank-size boxes of paper to...

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: Community Services, Special Events, Outdoor Event
Event Details:

Help the planet by participating in our Community Shred Event.  Shredding unwanted paper helps keep it out of the landfill!

Kids playing with a parachute outside

Preschool Fitness!

Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Glen Burnie Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Kindergarten Readiness, Outdoor Event
Audience:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Event Details:

Calling all preschoolers! Grab your grown-up and join this PE themed program as we listen to songs, dance, play games, and more!

Library Branch: Glen Burnie Library
Audience: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Kindergarten Readiness, Outdoor Event
Event Details:

Calling all preschoolers! Grab your grown-up and join this PE themed program as we listen to songs, dance, play games, and more!

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.

 

STEM graphic with science icons

Family STEAM Night: Create with Science!

Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Edgewater - Courtyard at Edgewater Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, STEAM, Technology, Outdoor Event
Audience:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

Color your world and create art with science at Family STEAM Night! Use engineering, chemistry, and physics to create original works of art in the library courtyard.

Required
Library Branch: Edgewater Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Edgewater - Courtyard
Audience: Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Program Type: Arts & DIY, STEAM, Technology, Outdoor Event
Required
Event Details:

Color your world and create art with science at Family STEAM Night! Use engineering, chemistry, and physics to create original works of art in the library courtyard.

Disclaimer(s)

Outdoor Program

This program will be held outside, weather permitting. Please plan accordingly. You are welcome to bring your own blanket or chair to enjoy this program. 

goats looking over fence with text reading Storytime at Kinder Farm Park, evern 2nd Monday at 9:30 am

Storytime at Kinder Farm Park

Monday, June 9, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Severna Park - Off Site at Severna Park Library
Program Type:
Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes, Outdoor Event
Audience:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Event Details:

Enjoy a family storytime at Kinder Farm Park! We'll meet at the picnic area next to the playground. If you arrive between 9-9:30am, let the gate attendant know you are visitin...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Severna Park Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Severna Park - Off Site
Audience: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Program Type: Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes, Outdoor Event
Event Details:

Enjoy a family storytime at Kinder Farm Park! We'll meet at the picnic area next to the playground. 

If you arrive between 9-9:30am, let the gate attendant know you are visiting for the storytime to waive the parking fee.

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.

S@YL Color Our World image

Summer @ Your Library Colorful Kick-Off

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Edgewater - Courtyard at Edgewater Library
Program Type:
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:

Kick off your Summer @ Your Library challenge by coloring the library! Enjoy a chalk art party in the library courtyard, play games, and sign up for the Summer @ Your Library chall...

Library Branch: Edgewater Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Edgewater - Courtyard
Audience: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Program Type: Games, Special Events, Outdoor Event

Summer @ Your Library (S@YL)

Event Details:

Kick off your Summer @ Your Library challenge by coloring the library! Enjoy a chalk art party in the library courtyard, play games, and sign up for the Summer @ Your Library challenge.

Campfire Family Storytime

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Severna Park - Other In-library location at Severna Park Library
Program Type:
Storytimes, Outdoor Event
Audience:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

Join us outside the library for a s'more and stay for the stories.

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)
Program Type: Storytimes, Outdoor Event
Event Details:

Join us outside the library for a s'more and stay for the stories.

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.

Storytime in Your Park

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:00am
Discoveries - Off Site at Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes, Special Events, Outdoor Event
Audience:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Adults
Event Details:

Join us at the Generals Highway Corridor Park in Crownsville for a family-friendly storytime in the fresh outdoors! We will meet at the grassy area and pavilion near the playground...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Discoveries - Off Site
Audience: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes, Special Events, Outdoor Event
Event Details:

Join us at the Generals Highway Corridor Park in Crownsville for a family-friendly storytime in the fresh outdoors! We will meet at the grassy area and pavilion near the playground.

Disclaimer(s)

Outdoor Program

This program will be held outside, weather permitting. Please plan accordingly. You are welcome to bring your own blanket or chair to enjoy this program. 

A jaguar and tiger hiding within a camouflage background

Nature Detectives: Colorful Camouflage

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Crofton Community Meeting Room at Crofton Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment, STEAM, Outdoor Event
Audience:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+)
Event Details:

How does color work in the animal kingdom? What do spots and stripes do? Come explore different types of camouflage in nature and investigate how that helps plants and animals surv...

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), Teens (Ages 11+)
Program Type: Gardening & Environment, STEAM, Outdoor Event
Event Details:

How does color work in the animal kingdom? What do spots and stripes do? Come explore different types of camouflage in nature and investigate how that helps plants and animals survive.

goats looking over fence with text reading Storytime at Kinder Farm Park, evern 2nd Monday at 9:30 am

Storytime at Kinder Farm Park

Monday, July 14, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Severna Park - Off Site at Severna Park Library
Program Type:
Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes, Outdoor Event
Audience:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Event Details:

Enjoy a family storytime at Kinder Farm Park! We'll meet at the picnic area next to the playground. If you arrive between 9-9:30am, let the gate attendant know you are visitin...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Severna Park Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Severna Park - Off Site
Audience: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Program Type: Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes, Outdoor Event
Event Details:

Enjoy a family storytime at Kinder Farm Park! We'll meet at the picnic area next to the playground. 

If you arrive between 9-9:30am, let the gate attendant know you are visiting for the storytime to waive the parking fee.

Rainbow on a sidewalk

Color Your World: Sidewalk Chalk Party

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Linthicum - Other In-library location at Linthicum Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, STEAM, Outdoor Event
Audience:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

Let's color Linthicum as we draw with sidewalk chalk which will be provided.

Library Branch: Linthicum Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Linthicum - Other In-library location
Audience: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Program Type: Arts & DIY, STEAM, Outdoor Event
Event Details:

Let's color Linthicum as we draw with sidewalk chalk which will be provided.

Features a parachute holding sport equipment. Includes a basketball, soccer ball, and football.

Family & Friends Game Night: Outside Edition

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Glen Burnie Library
Program Type:
Games, Outdoor Event
Audience:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Event Details:

Bring your family & friends for an outdoor game night at Glen Burnie Library. Play one of our games or bring your own! This event will be outside, so bring proper footwear and ...

Library Branch: Glen Burnie Library
Audience: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Program Type: Games, Outdoor Event
Event Details:

Bring your family & friends for an outdoor game night at Glen Burnie Library. Play one of our games or bring your own! This event will be outside, so bring proper footwear and sun protection. 

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.

 

Roadside Nature - Summer Colors

Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Severn - Community Meeting Room AB at Severn Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Gardening & Environment, Health & Wellness, STEAM, Outdoor Event
Audience:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Event Details:

Enjoy summer colors by learning about the plants, animals, and other nature that we see in our neighborhoods and roadsides! Dress for the weather and be prepared for a ramble aroun...

Library Branch: Severn Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Severn - Community Meeting Room AB
Audience: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Program Type: Adult Learning, Gardening & Environment, Health & Wellness, STEAM, Outdoor Event
Event Details:

Enjoy summer colors by learning about the plants, animals, and other nature that we see in our neighborhoods and roadsides! Dress for the weather and be prepared for a ramble around the sidewalks near Severn Library.

Disclaimer(s)

Outdoor Program

This program will be held outside, weather permitting. Please plan accordingly. You are welcome to bring your own blanket or chair to enjoy this program. 

Color Carnivàle

Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 12:00pm - 6:00pm
Severn - Community Meeting Room AB at Severn Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Games, Special Events, Outdoor Event
Audience:
All
Event Details:

Drop-in and celebrate the midpoint of S@YL with a variety of color themed games, activities, and crafts for the whole family.

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

Drop-in and celebrate the midpoint of S@YL with a variety of color themed games, activities, and crafts for the whole family.

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.