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Sat, Dec 06, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Surratts-Clinton
Bring your old documents, paperwork, and unwanted electronics to our Community Shred and Electronics Recycling Day. A shredding truck will be on-site to safely and securely destroy your sensitive materials—free of charge. We’ll also have electronics recycling available, so you can responsibly dispose of old computers, phones, and other devices while helping keep e-waste out of landfills.
Sat, Dec 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hyattsville
Bring your preschooler for a fun-filled half-hour of stories, songs, and fingerplays! This engaging storytime nurtures a love for reading and sparks creativity, making it an unforgettable experience for little ones.
Registration is now closed
Sat, Dec 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bladensburg
Bring your preschooler for a fun-filled half-hour of stories, songs, and fingerplays! This engaging storytime nurtures a love for reading and sparks creativity, making it an unforgettable experience for little ones.
Registration is now closed
Sat, Dec 06, 11:00am - 11:30am
New Carrollton
Bring your preschooler for a fun-filled half-hour of stories, songs, and fingerplays! This engaging storytime nurtures a love for reading and sparks creativity, making it an unforgettable experience for little ones.
Sat, Dec 06, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Oxon Hill - Foundry
Join community members as they meet together to sew. The Sewing Lab is equipped with sewing machines and some accessories. We will work on seat cushions, bags, purses, quilting, and other similar projects.
You are strongly encouraged to bring you own machine.
Suitable for children 8 and above with accompanying adult.
Sat, Dec 06, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
In this program, teens will use creative writing to learn about leadership skills, build confidence, and develop real-world readiness. They will explore vision leading, job readiness, finance, journaling, and manners.
Sat, Dec 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Laurel - Large Meeting Room B
Minutes count! Someone severely bleeding from a car crash, gunshot, or accidental wound can die in as little as five minutes. In this course, you’ll learn three quick techniques to help save a life—how to use your hands to apply pressure, pack a wound to control bleeding, and correctly apply a tourniquet. These techniques will empower you to act in an emergency and potentially save a life.
Sat, Dec 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Fairmount Heights - Large Meeting Room
Gear up for an exciting time filled with friendly competition! Bring your favorite game or enjoy one from our collection—there’s something for everyone!
Sat, Dec 06, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Accokeek - Large Meeting Room
Have fun creating festive winter snow globes using simple crafting supplies.
This event is full
Sat, Dec 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Largo-Kettering - LK Program Room
Join fellow anime fans! Connect and discuss your favorite anime or preview new titles. Adults only.
Cancelled
Sat, Dec 06, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Upper Marlboro
Enjoy a free screening of "Glisten and the Merry Mission" at the library. Relax and watch the film on the big screen with others in the community.
Sat, Dec 06, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Laurel - Conference Room 1
Bring your puzzles to swap for new ones to take home. Puzzles of all sizes are welcome. While you don’t need to bring them in the original box, please make sure you have all the puzzle pieces and that they’re in good condition.
Sat, Dec 06, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Bring your puzzles to swap for new ones to take home. Puzzles of all sizes are welcome. While you don’t need to bring them in the original box, please make sure you have all the puzzle pieces and that they’re in good condition.