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Upcoming Events
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Thu, Apr 09, 10:00am - 4:30pm
Spauldings - Group Study Room 1
A caseworker from the Maryland Department of Human Services will be on-site to answer social service questions and assist with various tasks such as applying for the supplemental nutrition assistance program (SNAP), the Maryland energy assistance program, temporary cash assistance, temporary disability assistance, medical assistance, emergency assistance to families with children, and more.
Thu, Apr 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm
New Carrollton - Conference Room
Learn how to use technology instead of letting technology use you!
The Digital Learning Program for Afghan Communities is a 4-week initiative designed to help Afghans develop essential computer and digital skills for daily life.
Thu, Apr 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Do you love to crochet? Would you like to learn? Join us to crochet & make new friends. Beginners welcome & materials will be provided for first-time participants.
Thu, Apr 09, 10:15am - 10:45am
Largo-Kettering - LK Program Room
Bring your toddler for a joyful session of stories, songs, and fingerplays! This engaging experience is perfect for sparking imagination and fostering a love of reading in little ones.
Thu, Apr 09, 10:15am - 10:45am
Bowie
Bring your baby for a delightful time filled with stories, songs, and fingerplays! It’s a fun and engaging experience that sparks early literacy while nurturing those precious bonding moments.
Thu, Apr 09, 10:15am - 10:45am
Greenbelt - Program Room
Bring your baby for a delightful time filled with stories, songs, and fingerplays! It’s a fun and engaging experience that sparks early literacy while nurturing those precious bonding moments.
Thu, Apr 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Oxon Hill - Foundry
Bring your baby for a delightful time filled with stories, songs, and fingerplays! It’s a fun and engaging experience that sparks early literacy while nurturing those precious bonding moments.
Thu, Apr 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Baden - Multipurpose Room
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.
Thu, Apr 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
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.
Thu, Apr 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Beltsville - Program Room
Enjoy a vibrant mix of stories, fingerplays, and songs in both Spanish and English! This interactive session invites little ones to explore language and culture in a fun, engaging way.
Edades 3 a 5. Se presentarán cuentos, actividades de "fingerplay," y canciones en inglés y español.
Thu, Apr 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Laurel - Large Meeting Room B
Bring your baby for a delightful time filled with stories, songs, and fingerplays! It’s a fun and engaging experience that sparks early literacy while nurturing those precious bonding moments. day of the program. Space is limited to 15 babies. Please pick up a ticket on the day of the program.
Thu, Apr 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hyattsville
Bring your toddler for a joyful session of stories, songs, and fingerplays! This engaging experience is perfect for sparking imagination and fostering a love of reading in little ones.
Thu, Apr 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Surratts-Clinton - Auditorium (150)
Bring your toddler for a joyful session of stories, songs, and fingerplays! This engaging experience is perfect for sparking imagination and fostering a love of reading in little ones.
Thu, Apr 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bladensburg
Bring your toddler for a joyful session of stories, songs, and fingerplays! This engaging experience is perfect for sparking imagination and fostering a love of reading in little ones.
Thu, Apr 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Hillcrest Heights - Conference Room 1
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.
Thu, Apr 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Spauldings - Storytime Barn
Bring your toddler for a joyful session of stories, songs, and fingerplays! This engaging experience is perfect for sparking imagination and fostering a love of reading in little ones.
Thu, Apr 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Fairmount Heights - Large Meeting Room
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.
Thu, Apr 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 2
Enjoy a time of play and socializing with friends! Rain or shine, this event promises to be a fun-filled experience for everyone!
Thu, Apr 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
South Bowie - Large Meeting Room (213)
Bring your toddler for a joyful session of stories, songs, and fingerplays! This engaging experience is perfect for sparking imagination and fostering a love of reading in little ones.
Thu, Apr 09, 11:15am - 11:45am
Laurel - Large Meeting Room B
Bring your baby for a delightful time filled with stories, songs, and fingerplays! It’s a fun and engaging experience that sparks early literacy while nurturing those precious bonding moments. Space is limited to 15 babies. Please pick up a ticket on the day of the program.
Thu, Apr 09, 11:15am - 11:45am
Oxon Hill
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.
Thu, Apr 09, 11:15am - 11:45am
Largo-Kettering
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.
Thu, Apr 09, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Bladensburg
Visit the Library2Go team for career advice and hands-on-help such as:
* Job Search Assistance
* Career Readiness Training (interview tips, resume writing, professional development, etc.)
* Access to Job Seeker Books and Test Guides
Thu, Apr 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Accokeek - Large Meeting Room
Get your body moving and have fun at the library! Sign up for a ride on one of our stationary bikes with great free apps from PGCMLS, like Libby and Kanopy, to enjoy while you work out.
Participants must be 16 or older, sign a waiver before beginning to ride, and be wearing loose-fitting clothing and closed-toed shoes.
Thu, Apr 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
New Carrollton
Stories, music, and activities for children ages 0–3 with and without special needs. Presented by PGCPS Infants and Toddlers Program for their early intervention students and up to 12 community families. Space is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration is for interest only and not a guarantee of space.
Thu, Apr 09, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Oxon Hill - Small Meeting Room
New to using computers? Do you need a refresher? This beginner's course for adults will introduce you to some basic computer terminology and lead you through practice activities to help you develop your digital literacy skills. Most importantly, you will gain the confidence you need to make effective use of your computer.
Registration is now closed
Thu, Apr 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Bladensburg - BL Activity Room
Get the support you need with homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6. This is a great opportunity to boost your skills and gain confidence in your abilities. This program is especially useful for English Language Learner students but all are welcome.
Thu, Apr 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Oxon Hill - Foundry
Have fun making art and crafts while learning new skills. With easy-to-follow steps, kids will create their own poetry by blacking out most of the words on a book page to make a cool poem.
Thu, Apr 09, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Bowie - Conference Room
Have tech questions? Bring them to the library! Student volunteers will help you with using technology for daily life, learning English online, job hunting, and exploring online resources. Registration is encouraged, with appointments available based on availability—first come, first served.
Thu, Apr 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Hyattsville - Meeting Room 2
Do you need to earn community service hours? Come make a difference in your community, gain friends from around the area, and make your voice heard in your public library! Ages 13 and up. Limited to the first 35 teens to arrive.
Thu, Apr 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Get the support you need with homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6. This is a great opportunity to boost your skills and gain confidence in your abilities. This program is especially useful for English Language Learner students but all are welcome.
Thu, Apr 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Surratts-Clinton - Auditorium (150)
Learn, play, and connect through the Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) and other activities designed for their age range. Pokémon Club is not intended to be competitive. It will be a space exclusively for casual play and learning. Please register in advance so we can make sure we have enough Pokémon cards ready for everyone.