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Hallyu

Hallyu Club: Meetup

Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Deale - Community Meeting Room at Deale Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Asian/Pacific American Interest, Books and Writing, Games
Audience:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Explore and experience the shows, music, and cultures of East Asia. All fans are welcome: lovers of Kpop and Jpop, of anime and K-dramas, history buffs and pop-culture savants; new...

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, Asian/Pacific American Interest, Books and Writing, Games
Event Details:

Explore and experience the shows, music, and cultures of East Asia. All fans are welcome: lovers of Kpop and Jpop, of anime and K-dramas, history buffs and pop-culture savants; new and experienced fans alike are 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.

Spring Holidays Around the World

Friday, April 11, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Program Type:
Arab American Interest, Asian/Pacific American Interest, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Holiday, Jewish American Heritage Month, Special Events
Audience:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

Come learn about the Spring holidays being celebrated in our community: Ramadan, Holi, Passover, Easter, and the Spring Equinox. Explore the traditions and meanings behind these ho...

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Library Branch: Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Audience: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Program Type: Arab American Interest, Asian/Pacific American Interest, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Holiday, Jewish American Heritage Month, Special Events
Event Details:

Come learn about the Spring holidays being celebrated in our community: Ramadan, Holi, Passover, Easter, and the Spring Equinox.

Portrait of woman, miniature ship on right corner, ballet slippers on right corner

Meet the Author: Katherine Haas

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Busch Annapolis - Campbell-Chambliss Community Meeting Room AB (Both Sides) at Busch Annapolis Library
Program Type:
Asian/Pacific American Interest, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Older Americans, Special Events, Women’s Interest
Audience:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Join us for an inspiring event with Katherine Haas, a longtime Annapolis resident of 50 years. Katherine will read excerpts from her book, Little Jade, which recounts her journey a...

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), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Asian/Pacific American Interest, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Older Americans, Special Events, Women’s Interest
Event Details:

Join us for an inspiring event with Katherine Haas, a longtime Annapolis resident of 50 years.

anime photo

Anime + Manga Hangout

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Busch Annapolis - Teen Area at Busch Annapolis Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Asian/Pacific American Interest, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Movies
Audience:
Teens (Ages 11+)
Event Details:

Come join other teens who love anime and manga in a casual club setting. We'll watch anime, enjoy light snacks, and more!

Library Branch: Busch Annapolis Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Busch Annapolis - Teen Area
Audience: Teens (Ages 11+)
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Asian/Pacific American Interest, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Movies
Event Details:

Come join other teens who love anime and manga in a casual club setting. We'll watch anime, enjoy light snacks, and more!

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.

Hallyu

Hallyu Club: Meetup

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Deale - Community Meeting Room at Deale Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Asian/Pacific American Interest, Books and Writing, Games
Audience:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Explore and experience the shows, music, and cultures of East Asia. All fans are welcome: lovers of Kpop and Jpop, of anime and K-dramas, history buffs and pop-culture savants; new...

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, Asian/Pacific American Interest, Books and Writing, Games
Event Details:

Explore and experience the shows, music, and cultures of East Asia. All fans are welcome: lovers of Kpop and Jpop, of anime and K-dramas, history buffs and pop-culture savants; new and experienced fans alike are 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.

Hallyu

Hallyu Club: Meetup

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Deale - Community Meeting Room at Deale Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Asian/Pacific American Interest, Books and Writing, Games
Audience:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Explore and experience the shows, music, and cultures of East Asia. All fans are welcome: lovers of Kpop and Jpop, of anime and K-dramas, history buffs and pop-culture savants; new...

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, Asian/Pacific American Interest, Books and Writing, Games
Event Details:

Explore and experience the shows, music, and cultures of East Asia. All fans are welcome: lovers of Kpop and Jpop, of anime and K-dramas, history buffs and pop-culture savants; new and experienced fans alike are 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.

Storytime graphic with various illustrated animals reading books

Urdu Bilingual Storytime اردو کہانی پروگرام

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Severn - Community Meeting Room AB at Severn Library
Program Type:
Asian/Pacific American Interest, Bilingual, Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes
Audience:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Event Details:

Urdu Bilingual StorytimeYoung children will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and activities while building ready to read skills in English and in Urdu!اردو کہانی پروگرام آئیں...

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)
Program Type: Asian/Pacific American Interest, Bilingual, Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes
Event Details:

Urdu Bilingual Storytime

Young children will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and activities while building ready to read skills in English and in Urdu!

اردو کہانی پروگرام

A dancer wearing ocean greens and blues poses and is visible from many angles.

Prakriti Dance Performance: Through Fish Eyes

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Busch Annapolis - Campbell-Chambliss Community Meeting Room AB (Both Sides) at Busch Annapolis Library
Program Type:
Asian/Pacific American Interest, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Special Events
Audience:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Event Details:

“Through Fish Eyes” is a unique performance that utilizes Bharata Natyam to create awareness about the ocean and its dwindling marine ecosystems. The ocean comes to life, telling t...

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: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Program Type: Asian/Pacific American Interest, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Special Events
Event Details:

“Through Fish Eyes” is a unique performance that utilizes Bharata Natyam to create awareness about the ocean and its dwindling marine ecosystems. The ocean comes to life, telling tales of how man and nature once co-existed in harmony.

hands using tools to clip a bonsai tree

Bonsai Basics Workshop

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Discoveries - Programming Room at Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Arts & DIY, Asian/Pacific American Interest, Gardening & Environment, Health & Wellness, Special Events
Audience:
Adults
Event Details:

The Maryland Bonsai Association, known for its commitment to the promotion and education of bonsai, brings its expertise for a 2 hour hands-on workshop. Participants will have the ...

Required
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: Adult Learning, Arts & DIY, Asian/Pacific American Interest, Gardening & Environment, Health & Wellness, Special Events
Required
Event Details:

The Maryland Bonsai Association, known for its commitment to the promotion and education of bonsai, brings its expertise for a 2 hour hands-on workshop.

Past Lives

Movie Mondays - Past Lives

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Mountain Road Library
Program Type:
Asian/Pacific American Interest, Movies
Audience:
Adults
Event Details:

Start your week off right with Movie Mondays! Join us coffee and snacks as we watch movie selections from across the world.March: Leonor Will Never Die (2022, no rating, Filip...

Library Branch: Mountain Road Library
Audience: Adults
Program Type: Asian/Pacific American Interest, Movies
Event Details:

Start your week off right with Movie Mondays! Join us coffee and snacks as we watch movie selections from across the world.

A picture of several fake fish covered in paint and colorful papers with fish prints on them.

Gyotaku: Fish Printing

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Crofton Community Meeting Room at Crofton Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Asian/Pacific American Interest
Audience:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+)
Event Details:

Come join us and learn about the art of Japanese Fish Printing (Gyotaku) by creating your very own marine art!

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: Arts & DIY, Asian/Pacific American Interest
Event Details:

Come join us and learn about the art of Japanese Fish Printing (Gyotaku) by creating your very own marine art!

Mark H Rooney playing a Japanese drum

An Introduction to Taiko, the Art of Japanese Drumming

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Broadneck - Community Meeting Room at Broadneck Library
Program Type:
Asian/Pacific American Interest, Performing Arts & Music
Audience:
All
Event Details:

This interactive program features the performance of both traditional and contemporary songs and rhythms and explores the instruments, the use of one’s voice in taiko, and a bit of...

Library Branch: Broadneck Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Broadneck - Community Meeting Room
Audience: All
Program Type: Asian/Pacific American Interest, Performing Arts & Music
Event Details:

This interactive program features the performance of both traditional and contemporary songs and rhythms and explores the instruments, the use of one’s voice in taiko, and a bit of history and Japanese vocabulary, as well.

Make Art: Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Make Art: Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Maryland City at Russett - Community Meeting Room at Maryland City at Russett Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Asian/Pacific American Interest, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion
Audience:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Learn about notable Asian American and Pacific Islander artists, then create an art piece using of those artists' 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, Asian/Pacific American Interest, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion
Required
Event Details:

Learn about notable Asian American and Pacific Islander artists, then create an art piece using of those artists' techniques.

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Armenian Storytime

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Program Type:
Asian/Pacific American Interest, Bilingual, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes
Audience:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Event Details:

Join us for a Bilingual story time in Armenian to celebrate Asian/Pacific American Heritage month. Young children will enjoy a story and songs while building ready to read skills i...

Library Branch: Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Audience: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Program Type: Asian/Pacific American Interest, Bilingual, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes
Event Details:

Join us for a Bilingual story time in Armenian to celebrate Asian/Pacific American Heritage month. Young children will enjoy a story and songs while building ready to read skills in English and in Armenian.

Anime Night

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Program Type:
Asian/Pacific American Interest, Movies
Audience:
Teens (Ages 11+)
Event Details:

Are you a big anime fan? Come hang out talk about your favorite shows. Watch a couple shows and make a fun craft.

Library Branch: Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Audience: Teens (Ages 11+)
Program Type: Asian/Pacific American Interest, Movies
Event Details:

Are you a big anime fan? Come hang out talk about your favorite shows. Watch a couple shows and make a fun craft.

Mark H Rooney headshot

An Introduction to Taiko, the Art of Japanese Drumming

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Severna Park - Community Meeting Room at Severna Park Library
Program Type:
Asian/Pacific American Interest, Performing Arts & Music
Audience:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Event Details:

This interactive program features the performance of both traditional and contemporary songs and rhythms and explores the instruments, the use of one’s voice in taiko, and a bit of...

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+), Adults, All
Program Type: Asian/Pacific American Interest, Performing Arts & Music
Event Details:

This interactive program features the performance of both traditional and contemporary songs and rhythms and explores the instruments, the use of one’s voice in taiko, and a bit of history and Japanese vocabulary, as well.

Mark H Rooney headshot

An Introduction to Taiko, the Art of Japanese Drumming

Friday, May 16, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Brooklyn Park - Public Floor at Brooklyn Park Library
Program Type:
Asian/Pacific American Interest, Performing Arts & Music
Audience:
All
Event Details:

 This interactive program features the performance of both traditional and contemporary songs and rhythms and explores the instruments, the use of one’s voice in taiko, and a ...

Library Branch: Brooklyn Park Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Brooklyn Park - Public Floor
Audience: All
Program Type: Asian/Pacific American Interest, Performing Arts & Music
Event Details:

 

Hula Maryland

Celebrate Asian Pacific Island Heritage Month with Hula Maryland

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Severn - Community Meeting Room AB at Severn Library
Program Type:
Asian/Pacific American Interest
Audience:
All
Event Details:

Hula Maryland of Crofton will teach us about hula, music and the traditions of the islands.

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: Asian/Pacific American Interest
Event Details:

Hula Maryland of Crofton will teach us about hula, music and the traditions of the islands.

Movie poster for Turning Red

Family Movie: Turning Red

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Edgewater - Community Meeting Room at Edgewater Library
Program Type:
Asian/Pacific American Interest, Movies, Special Events
Audience:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Event Details:

Enjoy snacks and crafts with the whole family as we watch the movie Turning Red (PG, 2022, 1hr 40min).

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), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Program Type: Asian/Pacific American Interest, Movies, Special Events
Event Details:

Enjoy snacks and crafts with the whole family as we watch the movie Turning Red (PG, 2022, 1hr 40min).

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.

Two female dancers dressed in traditional Indian garments looking at one another.

Dancing Stories with Kalanidhi Dance

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Mountain Road Library
Program Type:
Asian/Pacific American Interest, Special Events
Audience:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10), All
Event Details:

Join Kalanidhi Dance on an exciting journey to India through the South Indian classical dance form of Kuchipudi. Discover how dancers use rhythms, hand gestures, and facial express...

Library Branch: Mountain Road Library
Audience: Kids (Ages 6 – 10), All
Program Type: Asian/Pacific American Interest, Special Events
Event Details:

Join Kalanidhi Dance on an exciting journey to India through the South Indian classical dance form of Kuchipudi.

Mark H Rooney headshot

An Introduction to Taiko, the Art of Japanese Drumming

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Edgewater - Community Meeting Room at Edgewater Library
Program Type:
Asian/Pacific American Interest, Performing Arts & Music
Audience:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Event Details:

This interactive program features the performance of both traditional and contemporary songs and rhythms and explores the instruments, the use of one’s voice in taiko, and a bit of...

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), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Program Type: Asian/Pacific American Interest, Performing Arts & Music
Event Details:

This interactive program features the performance of both traditional and contemporary songs and rhythms and explores the instruments, the use of one’s voice in taiko, and a bit of history and Japanese vocabulary, as well.

anime photo

Anime + Manga Hangout

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Busch Annapolis - Teen Area at Busch Annapolis Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Asian/Pacific American Interest, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Movies
Audience:
Teens (Ages 11+)
Event Details:

Come join other teens who love anime and manga in a casual club setting. We'll watch anime, enjoy light snacks, and more!

Library Branch: Busch Annapolis Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Busch Annapolis - Teen Area
Audience: Teens (Ages 11+)
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Asian/Pacific American Interest, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Movies
Event Details:

Come join other teens who love anime and manga in a casual club setting. We'll watch anime, enjoy light snacks, and more!

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.

Hallyu

Hallyu Club: Meetup

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Deale - Community Meeting Room at Deale Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Asian/Pacific American Interest, Books and Writing, Games
Audience:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Explore and experience the shows, music, and cultures of East Asia. All fans are welcome: lovers of Kpop and Jpop, of anime and K-dramas, history buffs and pop-culture savants; new...

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, Asian/Pacific American Interest, Books and Writing, Games
Event Details:

Explore and experience the shows, music, and cultures of East Asia. All fans are welcome: lovers of Kpop and Jpop, of anime and K-dramas, history buffs and pop-culture savants; new and experienced fans alike are 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.

Jing Ying Logo black background with white letters

Introduction to Tai Chi for Stress Reduction

Saturday, May 24, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Discoveries - Programming Room at Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Program Type:
Asian/Pacific American Interest, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Health & Wellness, Older Americans, Special Events
Audience:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Join the Jing Ying Institute of Kung Fu & Tai Chi and learn more about the benefits of practicing Tai Chi to reduce stress in your daily life.

Library Branch: Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Discoveries - Programming Room
Audience: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Asian/Pacific American Interest, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Health & Wellness, Older Americans, Special Events
Event Details:

Join the Jing Ying Institute of Kung Fu & Tai Chi and learn more about the benefits of practicing Tai Chi to reduce stress in your daily life.

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.

 

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.