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Intro to Online Learning

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Online Events

Program Type:

Adult Learning, Technology

Audience:

Teens (Ages 11+), Adults

Open

Library Branch: Online Events

Audience: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults

Program Type: Adult Learning, Technology

Registration Required

Event Details:

AACPL customers have access to a wealth of online learning resources with just their library card. Learn about resources offered and how to access them.

Image of front cover for the book Farrah Rocks Fifth Grade written by Susan Muaddi Darraj and illustrated by Ruaida Mannaa

Farah Rocks book series - Author visit

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Maryland City at Russett - Community Meeting Room at Maryland City at Russett Library

Program Type:

Arab American Interest, Books and Writing, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Special Events

Audience:

Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults

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: Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults

Program Type: Arab American Interest, Books and Writing, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Special Events

Event Details:

Come out and meet Susan Muaddi Darraj, author of the children's book series Farah Rocks. Susan will read excerpts from her books about Farah, a funny and brave girl navigating 5th grade.

a set of traditional bluegrass instruments

Beginner's Bluegrass Jam

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Broadneck - Community Meeting Room at Broadneck Library

Program Type:

Performing Arts & Music

Audience:

Teens (Ages 11+), Adults

Library Branch: Broadneck Library

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

Audience: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults

Program Type: Performing Arts & Music

Event Details:

Come jam with us at the library! Our traditional Bluegrass jam is both for folks new to bluegrass music interested in learning its standards and those with more experience seeking to develop deeper knowledge of tunes commonly played.

hand holding pen writting calligraphy

Arabic Calligraphy

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Eastport-Annapolis Neck - Community Meeting Room at Eastport-Annapolis Neck Library

Program Type:

Adult Learning, Arab American Interest, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion

Audience:

Teens (Ages 11+), Adults

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: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults

Program Type: Adult Learning, Arab American Interest, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion

Event Details:

Explore its rich history and the training of master calligraphers, then watch a live demonstration of pen carving, material prep, and calligraphy on handmade paper.

Rich Isaacman

Out And About: Street Photography - Hybrid Program

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Riviera Beach - Community Meeting Room AB at Riviera Beach Library

Program Type:

Adult Learning

Audience:

Teens (Ages 11+), Adults

Open

Library Branch: Riviera Beach Library

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

Audience: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults

Program Type: Adult Learning

Registration Required

Event Details:

Get your cameras ready, and join us as we learn about Street Photography - The art of taking interesting photos that record everyday life in public places.

Woman holding the hand of an elderly man

Developing a Care Plan for your Loved One

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 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

Audience:

Adults

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: Adults

Program Type: Adult Learning, Neurodivergent / Neurodiverse, Special Events

Event Details:

Every caregiving situation is unique, and any caregiving situation can be unpredictable. That’s why it is critical to have a caregiving plan — a framework you can adjust as your loved ones’ needs and resources change.

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10 am			This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group. Preschool Storytime 10:30am - 11:00am Preschool (Ages 0 – 5) This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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: Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes Preschool Storytime Children ages three to five (with caring adult) build the early literacy skills needed for school readiness through engaging books, songs and activities.	This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group. Toddler Time 10:30am - 11:00am 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: Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes Toddler Time Children ages 18 to 36 months (with caring adult) enjoy a variety of developmentally-appropriate stories, songs, rhymes and movement activities while building early literacy skills.	This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group. Babies in Bloom 10:30am - 11:00am 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: Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes Event Details: Babies from birth to 18 months (with caring adult) enjoy songs, action rhymes and playtime while building early literacy skills. A great way to get to know other families in your community!	This event is in the "Adults" group. SoCo Book Chat 10:00am - 12:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Deale Library Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Deale - Community Meeting Room Audience: Adults Program Type: Books and Writing Event Details: SoCo Book Chat is book club without the book! Chat about a book you've read and hear about great books that others have enjoyed. In partnership with SoCo Book Chat Group.
11 am
12 pm
1 pm
2 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. Drop-in Family Lego® Build and Play Challenge 2:00pm - 4:00pm 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: 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: Special Events, STEAM Event Details: Build & Play Come for brick-snapping fun! Design and build your own fantastic creations. We'll supply the Legos - you bring the creativity! Families are welcome to drop-in anytime between 2-4 PM for Lego® build and play fun. We'll provide plenty of Legos®!
3 pm
4 pm		This event is in the "Kids (Ages 6 – 10)" group. Young Historians 4:00pm - 5:00pm Kids (Ages 6 – 10) This event is in the "Kids (Ages 6 – 10)" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Deale Library Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Deale - Community Meeting Room Audience: Kids (Ages 6 – 10) Program Type: History & Genealogy Event Details: Travel back in time! Young historians will have the opportunity to get up close and personal with historical people and cultures.
5 pm
6 pm		This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group. Anime & Manga Club 6:00pm - 7:00pm Teens (Ages 11+) This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Deale Library Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Deale - Community Meeting Room Audience: Teens (Ages 11+) Program Type: Games, Special Events Event Details: Come hangout with us for Anime and Manga Club! Come share your faves, what you are currently watching/reading, artwork, cosplay, etc. - all things anime and manga! We will have discussions, play games, and more!		This event is in the "Adults" group. South County Freewrites 6:30pm - 7:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Deale Library Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Deale - Community Meeting Room Audience: Adults Program Type: Books and Writing Event Details: With Natalie Goldberg's guidelines and a set of guided writing prompts, we write. Sharing is optional. There is no critiquing, commenting, or suggestions made.	This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Hallyu Club: Meetup 6:00pm - 7:30pm Teens (Ages 11+), Adults This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. 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.

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.