Week Calendar

Name: Nutcracker Storytime & Preview
Start: 2024-11-20T18:00:00-05:00
End: 2024-11-20T18:45:00-05:00
Location: Discoveries: the Library at the Mall

Featured Events

nutcracker doll in front of sparkly lights

Nutcracker Storytime & Preview

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm

Discoveries: the Library at the Mall

Program Type:

Holiday, Performing Arts & Music, Special Events

Audience:

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

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Library Branch: Discoveries: the Library at the Mall

Audience: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), All

Program Type: Holiday, Performing Arts & Music, Special Events

Event Details:

Join us for the story of the Nutcracker and a preview of the ballet by The Chesapeake Ballet Company.

a set of traditional bluegrass instruments

Beginner's Bluegrass Jam

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm

Broadneck - Community Meeting Room at Broadneck Library

Program Type:

Performing Arts & Music

Audience:

Teens (Ages 11+), Adults

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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.

Donuts and Discussion: Holiday Cards

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am

Linthicum - Community Meeting Room at Linthicum Library

Program Type:

Adult Learning, Older Americans

Audience:

Adults

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Library Branch: Linthicum Library

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

Audience: Adults

Program Type: Adult Learning, Older Americans

Event Details:

Visit us for a morning of learning, socializing, and donuts.

This month, we'll get ready for the holiday season by making paper holiday cards. Feel free to bring your own festive supplies or use some of ours!

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 in blue shirt sitting down outside beside a bush

Stories of the Four Directions

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am

Broadneck - Community Meeting Room at Broadneck Library

Program Type:

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Native American Interest, Performing Arts & Music, Special Events

Audience:

All

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Library Branch: Broadneck Library

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

Audience: All

Program Type: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Native American Interest, Performing Arts & Music, Special Events

Event Details:

Native American Storyteller Dovie Thomason shares a sampling of stories from the diverse Native cultures of North America.

American Red Cross Blood Drive

Monday, December 2, 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

Audience:

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: 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!

Holiday Songs from Around the World

Monday, December 2, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Linthicum - Community Meeting Room at Linthicum Library

Program Type:

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Holiday, Performing Arts & Music, Special Events

Audience:

Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All

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Library Branch: Linthicum Library

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

Audience: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All

Program Type: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Holiday, Performing Arts & Music, Special Events

Event Details:

Spend time with your family this holiday season and enjoy live and recorded music from many different countries, as we discover the sites and sounds of holiday celebrations from around the world!

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All Day	Closing Mothers' Day - Closed All Day Branches: Online Events, Broadneck Library, Brooklyn Park Library, Busch Annapolis Library, Crofton Library, Deale Library, Discoveries: the Library at the Mall, Eastport-Annapolis Neck Library, Edgewater Library, Glen Burnie Library, Headquarters (Staff Only), Linthicum Library, Maryland City at Russett Library, Mountain Road Library, Odenton Library, Riviera Beach Library, Severn Library, Severna Park Library, Off Site
10 am		This event is in the "Adults" group. Book Lovers 10:00am - 11:00am 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-Annapolis Neck - Community Meeting Room Audience: Adults Program Type: Books and Writing Event Details: It's a book club without the book! Chat about a book you've read and hear about great books that others have enjoyed. 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: Broadneck Library Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Broadneck - Community Meeting Room Audience: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5) Program Type: Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes Babies in Bloom 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! 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 "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: Riviera Beach Library Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Riviera Beach - Community Meeting Room AB Audience: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5) Program Type: Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes Babies in Bloom 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 "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: 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: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5) Program Type: Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes Babies in Bloom 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 "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group. Babies in Bloom 10:00am - 10:30am Preschool (Ages 0 – 5) This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group. 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) Program Type: Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes Babies in Bloom 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! Event Details: Babies in Bloom Storytimes are 15-20 minutes, followed by social time for caregivers and little ones. This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group. Preschool Storytime 10:00am - 10:30am Preschool (Ages 0 – 5) This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" 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) 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. Babies in Bloom 10:00am - 11:00am Preschool (Ages 0 – 5) This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" 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) Program Type: Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes Babies in Bloom 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 "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group. Toddler Time 10:15am - 10:45am Preschool (Ages 0 – 5) This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group. Library Branch: Odenton Library Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Odenton - Community Meeting Room AB 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. Preschool Storytime 10:30am - 11:00am Preschool (Ages 0 – 5) This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group. Library Branch: Linthicum Library Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Linthicum - 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. Event Details: 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. Library Branch: Broadneck Library Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Broadneck - 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: 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: 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 - 11:30am Preschool (Ages 0 – 5) This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group. 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: Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes Babies in Bloom 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 "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group. Babies in Bloom 10:00am - 10:30am Preschool (Ages 0 – 5) This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" 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) Program Type: Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes Babies in Bloom 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 "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group. Toddler Time 10:00am - 10:30am Preschool (Ages 0 – 5) This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group. 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) 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. Toddler Time 10:00am - 10:30am Preschool (Ages 0 – 5) This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" 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) 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 10:15am - 11:15am Preschool (Ages 0 – 5) This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group. Library Branch: Odenton Library Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Odenton - Community Meeting Room AB Audience: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5) Program Type: Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes Babies in Bloom 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 "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: Linthicum Library Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Linthicum - Community Meeting Room Audience: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5) Program Type: Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes Babies in Bloom 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 "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group. Babies at Play 10:30am - 11:30am Preschool (Ages 0 – 5) This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" 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) Program Type: Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes Babies at Play Babies from birth to 18 months (with caring adult) may enjoy books, music and a variety of developmentally appropriate toys during this hour of unstructured social time. This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group. Preschool Storytime 10:30am - 11:30am Preschool (Ages 0 – 5) This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group. 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: 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 Tinker Time 10:30am - 11:30am Preschool (Ages 0 – 5) This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group. Library Branch: Broadneck Library Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Broadneck - Community Meeting Room Audience: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5) Program Type: Kindergarten Readiness, Special Events, STEM/STEAM Event Details: Imaginative fun featuring open-ended, hands-on exploration of different materials and manipulatives. Get creative, messy, and inventive - through play!	This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group. Preschool Storytime 10:00am - 10:30am Preschool (Ages 0 – 5) This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group. 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) 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. Preschool Storytime 10:00am - 10:30am Preschool (Ages 0 – 5) This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" 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) 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 10:00am - 10:30am Preschool (Ages 0 – 5) This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" 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) Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: 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. Preschool Storytime 10:15am - 10:45am Preschool (Ages 0 – 5) This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group. Library Branch: Odenton Library Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Odenton - Community Meeting Room AB 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: Riviera Beach Library Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Riviera Beach - Community Meeting Room AB 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. Toddler Time! 10:30am - 11:00am Preschool (Ages 0 – 5) This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group. Library Branch: Linthicum Library Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Linthicum - Community Meeting Room Audience: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5) Program Type: Kindergarten Readiness 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 "Teens (Ages 11+)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Scrabble 10:30am - 11:30am 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: Games Event Details: Exercise your brain with a friendly game of Scrabble! For teens and adults. This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group. Toddler Time 10:30am - 11:30am Preschool (Ages 0 – 5) This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group. 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: 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. Sensory Friendly - Neurodivergent Storytime 10:15am - 11:15am Preschool (Ages 0 – 5) Required This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group. Library Branch: Odenton Library Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Odenton - Community Meeting Room AB Audience: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5) Program Type: Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes, Neurodivergent / Neurodiverse Required Sensory Friendly - Neurodivergent Storytime This supportive, judgment-free storytime is geared toward Preschool children (0-5) who have a hard time in large groups, are on the autism spectrum, or are sensitive to sensory overload. Space is limited and registration is required. Siblings welcome. Please register once per family. This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group. Young Child at Play 10:30am - 11:00am Preschool (Ages 0 – 5) This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group. Library Branch: Severn Library Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Severn - Other In-library location Audience: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5) Program Type: Kindergarten Readiness Event Details: Young children will enjoy books, music, and developmentally appropriate toys and activities during an hour of unstructured social time.	This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group. Fresh Air Storytime 10:00am - 11:00am Preschool (Ages 0 – 5) This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group. 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) Program Type: Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes Family Storytime Families with young children enjoy a variety of stories, songs, rhymes and movement activities while building early literacy skills. Event Details: Weather permitting, we'll have our storytime outside, in the fresh air! Families with young children will enjoy a variety of stories, songs and movement activities while building early literacy skills. This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group. Music and Movement \| Community Festival Day! 10:30am - 11:00am Preschool (Ages 0 – 5) This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group. Library Branch: Riviera Beach Library Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Riviera Beach - Community Meeting Room AB Audience: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5) Program Type: Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes Music & Movement Sing, chant, play instruments and dance while exploring sounds, rhythms and patterns that make up our language.
11 am		This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group. Toddler Time 11:30am - 12:00pm Preschool (Ages 0 – 5) This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group. Library Branch: Broadneck Library Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Broadneck - 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. Toddler Time 11:00am - 11:30am Preschool (Ages 0 – 5) This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group. Library Branch: Mountain Road Library 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. Toddler Time 11:15am - 11:45am Preschool (Ages 0 – 5) This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group. Library Branch: Odenton Library Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Odenton - Community Meeting Room AB 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. Preschool Storytime 11:30am - 12:00pm Preschool (Ages 0 – 5) This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group. Library Branch: Broadneck Library Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Broadneck - 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. Preschool Storytime 11:30am - 12:00pm Preschool (Ages 0 – 5) This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group. 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: 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. Preschool Storytime 11:00am - 11:30am Preschool (Ages 0 – 5) This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group. Library Branch: Mountain Road Library 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 11:00am - 11:30am Preschool (Ages 0 – 5) This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group. 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) 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. Toddler Time 11:00am - 11:30am Preschool (Ages 0 – 5) This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" 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) 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. Preschool Storytime 11:00am - 11:30am Preschool (Ages 0 – 5) This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" 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) 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. Preschool Storytime 11:15am - 11:45am Preschool (Ages 0 – 5) This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group. Library Branch: Odenton Library Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Odenton - Community Meeting Room AB 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. Babies in Bloom 11:00am - 11:30am Preschool (Ages 0 – 5) This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group. Library Branch: Mountain Road Library Audience: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5) Program Type: Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes Babies in Bloom 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 "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. Riviera Beach Library Community Festival 11:00am - 2:00pm 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: Riviera Beach Library Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Riviera Beach - Community Meeting Room AB Audience: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All Program Type: Special Events Event Details: Join us for a day of fun with music, crafts, and activities while getting a chance to meet your neighbors and visit information tables from organizations within our community.
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2 pm						This event is in the "All" group. Drop-in Family Lego® Build and Play Challenge 2:00pm - 4:00pm All 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: All Program Type: Special Events, STEM/STEAM Build & Play Come for brick-snapping fun! Design and build your own fantastic creations. We'll supply the Legos - you bring the creativity! Event Details: Families are welcome to drop-in anytime between 2-4 PM for Lego® build and play fun. We'll provide plenty of Legos®!	This event is in the "Kids (Ages 6 – 10)" group. Building Block Challenge 2:00pm - 4:00pm 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: 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. 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.
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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 "Kids (Ages 6 – 10)" group. Early Reader Book Club 4:00pm - 5:00pm Kids (Ages 6 – 10) This event is in the "Kids (Ages 6 – 10)" group. Library Branch: Broadneck Library Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Broadneck - Community Meeting Room Audience: 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. This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group. Anime and Manga Club 4:30pm - 5:30pm Teens (Ages 11+) This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group. Library Branch: Odenton Library Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Odenton - Teen Room Audience: Teens (Ages 11+) Program Type: Books and Writing Event Details: Come hangout with us for Anime and Manga Club! We will have discussions, games/events, or even an anime viewing.	This event is in the "Kids (Ages 6 – 10)" group. Nature Explorers Club at Busch Annapolis 4:15pm - 5:15pm Kids (Ages 6 – 10) Required This event is in the "Kids (Ages 6 – 10)" 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: Kids (Ages 6 – 10) Program Type: Gardening & Environment, STEM/STEAM Required Event Details: Our big world contains many small worlds. Get an up-close look at a piece of our planet by joining the Nature Explorers Club.
5 pm				This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group. Preschool Storytime 5:30pm - 6:00pm Preschool (Ages 0 – 5) This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group. Library Branch: Broadneck Library Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Broadneck - 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 "Teens (Ages 11+)" group. Teen Community Service Club 5:30pm - 6:30pm Teens (Ages 11+) This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group. Library Branch: Odenton Library Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Odenton - Teen Room Audience: Teens (Ages 11+) Program Type: Community Services, Special Events Event Details: Do you have ideas for programs you want to see at the library? Do you need service learning hours? Do you want to give back to your community?	This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group. Mountain Road Adventurer's Guild 5:30pm - 7:30pm Teens (Ages 11+) Required This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group. Library Branch: Mountain Road Library Audience: Teens (Ages 11+) Program Type: Games, LGBTQIA+ Interest Required Event Details: The five kingdoms are on the brink of war, the realm is in chaos, and Dame Peritchkova's Academy of Speechcraft and Calligraphy is closed for the foreseeable future as the Dame themself has left for battle - leaving you without a graduat
6 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group. Yoga for You 6:00pm - 7:00pm Adults Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Mountain Road Library Audience: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness, Special Events Required Event Details: Practice breath work and physical poses that best support your physical and emotional needs so you can cultivate and maintain a stronger mind-body connection on and off your mat. Through gentle guidance from an experienced and trusted y This event is in the "All" group. Family Bingo 6:00pm - 7:30pm All This event is in the "All" group. Library Branch: Broadneck Library Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Broadneck - Community Meeting Room Audience: All Program Type: Games Bingo Enjoy playing Bingo with family and friends and win prizes!	This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group. Teen Writers' Club 6:00pm - 7:30pm Teens (Ages 11+) This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group. Library Branch: Riviera Beach Library Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Riviera Beach - Community Meeting Room A Audience: Teens (Ages 11+) Program Type: Books and Writing Teen Writers Club Teens and tweens ages 11-17 explore the craft of writing with the help of a volunteer from the Maryland Writers Association. A completed permission form is required for new attendees. Event Details: Teens, ages 11-17 explore the craft of writing with the help of a volunteer from the Maryland Writers' Association. A completed permission form is required for new attendees.	This event is in the "Kids (Ages 6 – 10)" group. Paws to Read 6:00pm - 7:00pm Kids (Ages 6 – 10) Required This event is in the "Kids (Ages 6 – 10)" group. Library Branch: Riviera Beach Library Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Riviera Beach - Community Meeting Room AB Audience: 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 Riviera Beach Library at 410-222-6286 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.		This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group. After Hours Lock-In Party 6:00pm - 7:30pm Teens (Ages 11+) Required This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group. Library Branch: Broadneck Library Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Broadneck - Other In-library location Audience: Teens (Ages 11+) Program Type: Special Events Required Event Details: Teens take over the library in this after-hours party with activities, games, prizes, and more! For ages 12 to 18. Registration and signed permission slip required.

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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