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Name: Cruz the Traffic Safety Car
Start: 2025-04-14T10:30:00-04:00
End: 2025-04-14T11:30:00-04:00
Location: Annapolis Library

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Cruz the Traffic Safety Car

Monday, April 14, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am

Busch Annapolis - Campbell-Chambliss Community Meeting Room AB (Both Sides) at Busch Annapolis Library

Program Type:

Community Services, Kindergarten Readiness, Special Events

Audience:

Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10)

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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)

Program Type: Community Services, Kindergarten Readiness, Special Events

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Come meet and learn the traffic safety pledge and tips from Cruz the Traffic Safety car! For children aged 4-7.

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

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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

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

American Red Cross Blood Drive

Friday, April 18, 2025 at 10:00am - 3:00pm

Edgewater - Community Meeting Room at Edgewater Library

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Health & Wellness

Audience:

Adults

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Library Branch: Edgewater Library

Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Edgewater - Community Meeting Room

Audience: Adults

Program Type: Health & Wellness

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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!

Trade School Fair

Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 11:00am - 2:00pm

Glen Burnie Library

Program Type:

Career Development, Special Events, STEAM

Audience:

Teens (Ages 11+), Adults

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Library Branch: Glen Burnie Library

Audience: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults

Program Type: Career Development, Special Events, STEAM

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University or for-credit community college is not the only way to obtain a successful and fulfilling career.

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Adult Book Club: Martyr! by Kaveh Akbar

Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm

Off Site

Program Type:

Adult Learning, Books and Writing

Audience:

Adults

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Library Branch: Off Site

Audience: Adults

Program Type: Adult Learning, Books and Writing

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What's better than diving into a fantastic new book? Discussing it with other readers afterwards!

Join us this month at PJ's Coffee since Linthicum Library will be closed for renovations.

Portrait of Wafa Ghnaim wearing a Tatreez scarf of red embroidery on a blue fabric, photo credit Carlos Khalil Guzman, 2020

Tatreez with Wafa Ghnaim

Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Crofton Community Meeting Room at Crofton Library

Program Type:

Arab American Interest, Arts & DIY, History & Genealogy, Special Events

Audience:

Adults

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Library Branch: Crofton Library

Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Crofton Community Meeting Room

Audience: Adults

Program Type: Arab American Interest, Arts & DIY, History & Genealogy, Special Events

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Join Wafa Ghnaim—a Palestinian dress historian—to learn about traditional Palestinian embroidery: Tatreez, and Palestinian arts and culture in an educational presentation.

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10 am		This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group. Little Engineers: Constructive Play 10:30am - 11:30am Preschool (Ages 0 – 5) This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group. Library Branch: Glen Burnie Library Audience: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5) Program Type: Arts & DIY 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.			This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group. Cancelled Pre-K Art Party: Arab American Heritage Month 10:30am - 11:30am Preschool (Ages 0 – 5) This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group. Cancelled Library Branch: Discoveries: the Library at the Mall Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Discoveries - Programming Room Audience: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5) Program Type: Arab American Interest, Arts & DIY Event Details: Preschoolers and their caregivers will create their own works of art inspired by the styles and techniques of Arab and Arab American artists. This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group. Earth Day Sensory Play 10:30am - 12:30pm Preschool (Ages 0 – 5) This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group. 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) Program Type: Arts & DIY, Kindergarten Readiness, Special Events Event Details: This program is perfect for hands-on exploring while learning about the importance of Earth Day and taking care of our planet. Upcoming Preschool Art:
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12 pm	This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group. This event is in the "Kids (Ages 6 – 10)" group. This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "All" group. Homeschool Lunch & Recess 12:00pm - 1:30pm Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group. This event is in the "Kids (Ages 6 – 10)" group. This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "All" group. Library Branch: Crofton Library Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Crofton Community Meeting Room Audience: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All Program Type: Arts & DIY, Games, STEAM Event Details: Bring your lunch and enjoy games and activities with your friends.
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2 pm	This event is in the "Kids (Ages 6 – 10)" group. Library Spring Break! 2:00pm - 3:00pm Kids (Ages 6 – 10) This event is in the "Kids (Ages 6 – 10)" group. Library Branch: Brooklyn Park Library Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Brooklyn Park - Public Floor Audience: Kids (Ages 6 – 10) Program Type: Arts & DIY, Games, STEAM Event Details: It's Spring Break at your library! Join us for a new activity every day of the week: This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group. This event is in the "Kids (Ages 6 – 10)" group. Spring Crafternoon 2:00pm - 3:00pm Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10) This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group. This event is in the "Kids (Ages 6 – 10)" group. 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: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10) Program Type: Arts & DIY Event Details: Celebrate spring with fun crafts and a scavenger hunt!	This event is in the "Kids (Ages 6 – 10)" group. Library Spring Break! 2:00pm - 3:00pm Kids (Ages 6 – 10) This event is in the "Kids (Ages 6 – 10)" group. Library Branch: Brooklyn Park Library Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Brooklyn Park - Public Floor Audience: Kids (Ages 6 – 10) Program Type: Arts & DIY, Games, STEAM Event Details: It's Spring Break at your library! Join us for a new activity every day of the week:	This event is in the "Kids (Ages 6 – 10)" group. Library Spring Break! 2:00pm - 3:00pm Kids (Ages 6 – 10) This event is in the "Kids (Ages 6 – 10)" group. Library Branch: Brooklyn Park Library Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Brooklyn Park - Public Floor Audience: Kids (Ages 6 – 10) Program Type: Arts & DIY, Games, STEAM Event Details: It's Spring Break at your library! Join us for a new activity every day of the week: This event is in the "Kids (Ages 6 – 10)" group. Stuffed Animal Portrait Paint Afternoon 2:00pm - 3:00pm Kids (Ages 6 – 10) Open Required This event is in the "Kids (Ages 6 – 10)" group. Open 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 Required Event Details: Let your inner artist shine by creating a portrait of your favorite stuffed animal. You bring the stuffed animal, we will provide paint and a canvas. This event is in the "Kids (Ages 6 – 10)" group. Build and Play Challenge 2:00pm - 3:30pm Kids (Ages 6 – 10) This event is in the "Kids (Ages 6 – 10)" group. 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) Program Type: Arts & DIY, Special Events, STEAM Build & Play Come for brick-snapping fun! Design and build your own fantastic creations. We'll supply the Legos - you bring the creativity! This event is in the "Kids (Ages 6 – 10)" group. Clickin and Brickin 2:00pm - 4:00pm Kids (Ages 6 – 10) This event is in the "Kids (Ages 6 – 10)" group. Library Branch: Severn Library Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Severn - Community Meeting Room A Audience: Kids (Ages 6 – 10) Program Type: Arts & DIY, Games, STEAM Event Details: Stop by and put your building skills to the test with four different brick building stations! Build a miniature golf course, or a mashed up monster! Play a new twist on charades and more!	This event is in the "Kids (Ages 6 – 10)" group. Secret Agent Science! 2:00pm - 3:30pm Kids (Ages 6 – 10) This event is in the "Kids (Ages 6 – 10)" group. Library Branch: Odenton Library Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Odenton - Community Meeting Room AB Audience: Kids (Ages 6 – 10) Program Type: Arts & DIY, STEAM Event Details: Take part in some secret agent science! We will write messages with invisible ink, analyze fingerprints, and complete some fun spy crafts! This event is in the "Kids (Ages 6 – 10)" group. Library Spring Break! 2:00pm - 5:00pm Kids (Ages 6 – 10) This event is in the "Kids (Ages 6 – 10)" group. Library Branch: Brooklyn Park Library Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Brooklyn Park - Community Meeting Room Audience: Kids (Ages 6 – 10) Program Type: Arts & DIY, Games, STEAM Event Details: It's Spring Break at your library! Join us for a new activity every day of the week:	This event is in the "Kids (Ages 6 – 10)" group. Library Spring Break! 2:00pm - 3:00pm Kids (Ages 6 – 10) This event is in the "Kids (Ages 6 – 10)" group. Library Branch: Brooklyn Park Library Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Brooklyn Park - Public Floor Audience: Kids (Ages 6 – 10) Program Type: Arts & DIY, Games, STEAM Event Details: It's Spring Break at your library! Join us for a new activity every day of the week:	This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Stitch n'Chat 2:00pm - 4:00pm Teens (Ages 11+), Adults This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. 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. This event is in the "Adults" group. Tatreez with Wafa Ghnaim 2:00pm - 4:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Crofton Library Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Crofton Community Meeting Room Audience: Adults Program Type: Arab American Interest, Arts & DIY, History & Genealogy, Special Events Event Details: Join Wafa Ghnaim—a Palestinian dress historian—to learn about traditional Palestinian embroidery: Tatreez, and Palestinian arts and culture in an educational presentation. This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Flicks with Sticks: Dead Poets Society (PG, 1989) 2:00pm - 4:30pm Teens (Ages 11+), Adults This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. 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: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults Program Type: Arts & DIY, Movies Event Details: Bring your knitting, crocheting, other needlework and enjoy crafting along to a movie starring Robin Williams. Patterns will be provided for those who wish to knit or crochet items requested by Luminis Anne Arundel Medical Center. 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.
3 pm				This event is in the "Kids (Ages 6 – 10)" group. Earth Day - Paint A Pot 3:00pm - 4:00pm Kids (Ages 6 – 10) Full Required This event is in the "Kids (Ages 6 – 10)" group. Full 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, Gardening & Environment Required Event Details: Come celebrate earth day a little early and decorate your own plant pot that you get to take home! This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group. Teen Hangout 3:00pm - 4:30pm Teens (Ages 11+) This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group. Library Branch: Severn Library Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Severn - Community Meeting Room AB Audience: Teens (Ages 11+) Program Type: Arts & DIY, Games, Movies Event Details: Calling all teens - Drop in for video games, crafts, movies, snacks and more every Thursday afternoon from 3:00 to 4:30pm at Severn Library!		This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Color Me Calm 3:00pm - 4:00pm Teens (Ages 11+), Adults This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. 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: Arts & DIY, Neurodivergent / Neurodiverse, Older Americans Event Details: Are you looking for some peace and quiet to let your inner artist emerge?
4 pm	This event is in the "Kids (Ages 6 – 10)" group. This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Friends and Fiber Arts 4:30pm - 6:00pm Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults This event is in the "Kids (Ages 6 – 10)" group. This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. 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.		This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group. Teen Paint-Along 4:00pm - 5:00pm Teens (Ages 11+) Open Required This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group. Open Library Branch: Edgewater Library Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Edgewater - Community Meeting Room Audience: Teens (Ages 11+) Program Type: Arts & DIY, Special Events Required Event Details: Channel your inner Bob Ross and follow along as we make a beautiful painting. Happy accidents are welcome! All materials will be provided. This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Sip n'Create 4:00pm - 6:00pm Teens (Ages 11+), Adults This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Mountain Road Library Audience: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults Program Type: Arts & DIY, Special Events Event Details: Join us for some social crafting and enjoy some tasty sips! Bring your own projects or use the library's supplies.	This event is in the "Kids (Ages 6 – 10)" group. This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Beginning Crochet 4:30pm - 6:00pm Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults This event is in the "Kids (Ages 6 – 10)" group. This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Riviera Beach Library Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Riviera Beach - Programming Room Audience: Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults Program Type: Arts & DIY Event Details: Drop in to learn to crochet. Already know how? Stop by to chat and work on your own projects. Kids 7-11 years old will need an adult to help guide them as they learn. Crochet supplies provided.
5 pm		This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group. Otaku Unite! Teen Anime & Manga Club 5:30pm - 7:30pm Teens (Ages 11+) This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group. Library Branch: Glen Burnie Library Audience: Teens (Ages 11+) Program Type: Arts & DIY, Books and Writing, LGBTQIA+ Interest, Neurodivergent / Neurodiverse, Special Events Event Details: 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.	This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group. Anime + Manga Hangout 5:00pm - 5:30pm Teens (Ages 11+) This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group. 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.
6 pm		This event is in the "Kids (Ages 6 – 10)" group. This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Mindful Making 6:00pm - 7:00pm Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults This event is in the "Kids (Ages 6 – 10)" group. This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. 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. April's project: Bridgerton inspired journals. This event is in the "Adults" group. Broadneck Needlecrafters 6:30pm - 7:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. 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.	This event is in the "Adults" group. Mad Hatters Knitting Club 6:30pm - 7:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. 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.	This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Art Night: Canvas Bags 6:00pm - 7:30pm Teens (Ages 11+), Adults Open Required This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Open 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.	This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group. After Hours Sensory Friendly Teen Lock-In 6:00pm - 8:00pm Teens (Ages 11+) Open Required This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group. Open Library Branch: Glen Burnie Library Audience: Teens (Ages 11+) Program Type: Accessibility, Arts & DIY, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Games, Neurodivergent / Neurodiverse, Special Events Required Event Details: Teens take over the library at our sensory-friendly lock-in! We'll have crafts, games, fidget toys, snacks and lots of fun while accommodating different sensory needs and abilities. 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. This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group. After Hours Teen Lock-In 6:00pm - 8:00pm Teens (Ages 11+) Open Required This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group. Open Library Branch: Crofton Library Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Crofton - Other In-library location Audience: Teens (Ages 11+) Program Type: Arts & DIY, Games, Special Events Required Event Details: Teens take over the library at our after hours party! We'll have crafts, games, pizza + snacks and lots of fun activities to explore. For ages 11 to 18. 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.

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