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Wed, Dec 17, 12:15pm - 12:45pm
Greenbelt
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
Wed, Dec 17, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Solutions in Hometown Connection (SHC) English classes focus on literacy, letters and sounds for adult learners. Children under 5 are welcome with an adult.
Registration encouraged but not required. Anyone is welcome to join as long as space allows.
https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/8162779/SHC-Class-Inquiry
Wed, Dec 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Hyattsville - Meeting Room 2
Audrey Hepburn portrays a modern-day princess who just wants to explore Rome on her own. An American newspaper man, portrayed by Gregory Peck, wants an exclusive story.
Registration is now closed
Wed, Dec 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Mount Rainier
Get comfortable with the fundamentals of computer use! Through hands-on experience, you'll build essential skills each week and gain confidence navigating the digital world.
Registration is now closed
Wed, Dec 17, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
South Bowie
Get ready to move, groove, and shine! Positively Moving combines dance, theatre, and music to help you express your best self. This energetic class continues the Broadway Song and Dance tradition by supporting creativity, connection, and self-expression through movement and performance basics.
Wed, Dec 17, 2:00pm - 5:30pm
Bowie - Auditorium
After school, unwind with video games, crafts, and plenty of other fun activities! Curious about upcoming events? Just ask a [Library Branch] staff member for the latest Teen Zone updates! For ages 13+
Registration is now closed
Wed, Dec 17, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Bowie - Auditorium
Earn community service hours while making a real impact! Join TAG to contribute to your community, meet new friends, and have your voice heard at the library.
Registration is now closed
Wed, Dec 17, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hyattsville - Conference Room 1
Explore the art of embroidery in this hands-on workshop. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, this is the perfect place to learn and get creative by making tiny embroidered cards.
Registration is now closed
Wed, Dec 17, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
South Bowie
Get ready to move, groove, and shine! Positively Moving combines dance, theatre, and music to help you express your best self. This energetic class continues the Broadway Song and Dance tradition by supporting creativity, connection, and self-expression through movement and performance basics.
Wed, Dec 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Beltsville - Program Room
Build, create, and explore with legos! With plenty of pieces and endless possibilities, kids can let their imaginations take the lead in this freestyle building session.
Registration is now closed
Wed, Dec 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mount Rainier
Build, create, and explore with legos! With plenty of pieces and endless possibilities, kids can let their imaginations take the lead in this freestyle building session.
Wed, Dec 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hillcrest Heights - Conference Room 1
Have fun making art and crafts while learning new skills. With easy-to-follow steps, kids will create their own unique projects to take home.
Wed, Dec 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
South Bowie - Small Meeting Room (209)
Earn community service hours while making a real impact! Join TAG to contribute to your community, meet new friends, and have your voice heard at the library.
Wed, Dec 17, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Largo-Kettering - LK Program 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! Participants can receive community service hours at this program. Teens Only.
Wed, Dec 17, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Spauldings - Conference Room
Connect with others in your community who share your love for needlecraft! Bring your current project or learn to crochet while exchanging tips, ideas, and conversation. Materials are provided for those who would like to learn to crochet. No prior experience is needed.
Wed, Dec 17, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Bladensburg - BL Activity Room
The Social Equity Commons recognizes the arts’ vital role in social movements, healing, and community issues. Join us for an evening of music at the Bladensburg Library, where community members share songs that move them. The session includes listening, reflection, and group discussion to foster empathy, connection, and growth.
Wed, Dec 17, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Spauldings - Large Meeting Room
MakeSmartCool helps young readers build strong language and literacy skills. In this program, kids ages six and up dive into awesome books and grow their reading skills with games and fun activities. With exciting stories and hands-on learning, kids will gain confidence and develop a lifelong love of reading.
Wed, Dec 17, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Bladensburg - Bladensburg Large Meeting Room
Connect with others in your community who share your love for needlecraft! Bring your current project and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere while exchanging tips, ideas, and conversation.
Wed, Dec 17, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Oxon Hill - Small 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!
Wed, Dec 17, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Let your creativity flow as you paint your own masterpiece! Enjoy a fun, relaxed atmosphere with all the painting supplies you need and sip on delicious non-alcoholic beverages.
Wed, Dec 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hyattsville - Art 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.
Wed, Dec 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Laurel - Large Meeting Room A (Dorothy Height Room)
Sovereignty is the principle that allows nations to govern themselves and shape global relations. Over centuries, it has been the backbone of international peace and stability. Join us for a discussion on the evolution of sovereignty, the challenges it faces today, and its role in our increasingly interconnected world.
Wed, Dec 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Accokeek
Explore the art of crocheting in this hands-on workshop. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, this is the perfect place to learn and get creative.
Wed, Dec 17, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
South Bowie - Large Meeting Room (213)
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.
Wed, Dec 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual Branch - PGCMLS Programming
Novice to experienced writers are welcome to find their creative voice through writing. Share ideas, be inspired and participate in group critiques. All genres welcome.
Wed, Dec 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Branch - Intercultural Services
Are you learning French and would like to practice the language? This club is for high beginner to advanced level French language learners. Once registered you will receive further information at a later time on how to connect virtually.
Wed, Dec 17, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Laurel - Large Meeting Room B
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.