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  • The South Bowie Branch Library will be temporarily closed starting Sunday, October 11, for ceiling repairs.
    The anticipated reopening is mid-November. Nearby alternative locations include Bowie, Largo-Kettering, and Upper Marlboro branch libraries.
  • La Biblioteca de South Bowie cerrará temporalmente a partir del 11 de octubre para realizar reparaciones en el techo. Se estima abrir nuevamente a mediados de noviembre. Las bibliotecas más cercanas a las que pueden acudir son las siguientes: Bowie, Largo-Kettering y Upper Marlboro.

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Ready 2 Read Storytime: Ages 0-2
Thu, Oct 22, 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.
Registration is now closed
Ready 2 Read Storytime: Ages 0-2 - Held in the Storytime Room
Thu, Oct 22, 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.
Registration is now closed
Ready 2 Read Storytime: Ages 3-5
Thu, Oct 22, 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.
Registration is now closed
Spanish-English Ready 2 Read Storytime: Ages 3-5
Thu, Oct 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Beltsville - Large Meeting 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.
Registration is now closed
Ready 2 Read STEM - Held in the Children's Area
Thu, Oct 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bladensburg
Jump into a world of discovery with hands-on science and math activities! Enjoy lively songs and fun games that make learning exciting. It’s a playful way for little ones to explore STEM concepts while having a great time! For ages 2-3 and their caregivers
Registration is now closed
Ready 2 Read Storytime: Ages 2-3 - Held in the Storytime Room
Thu, Oct 22, 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.
Registration is now closed
Ready 2 Read Storytime: Ages 2-3
Thu, Oct 22, 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.
Registration is now closed
Ready 2 Read Storytime: Ages 3-5 - Held in the Storytime Room
Thu, Oct 22, 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.
Registration is now closed
Ready 2 Read Storytime: Ages 0-2
Thu, Oct 22, 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.
Registration is now closed
Ready 2 Read STEM: Ages 3-5 - Nature Walk
Thu, Oct 22, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Largo-Kettering - LK Program Room
Jump into a world of discovery with hands-on science and math activities! Enjoy lively songs and fun games that make learning exciting. It’s a playful way for little ones to explore STEM concepts while having a great time!
Registration is now closed
Ready 2 Read Storytime: Ages 0-2
Thu, Oct 22, 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. Space is limited to 15 babies. Please pick up a ticket on the day of the program.
Playday at the Library: Treat Bags
Thu, Oct 22, 11:00am - 11:30am
Hillcrest Heights - Small Meeting Room
Make your own fall themed treat bag! Enjoy a time of play and socializing with friends! Rain or shine, this event promises to be a fun-filled experience for everyone!
Registration is now closed
Ready 2 Read Storytime: Ages 3-5
Thu, Oct 22, 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.
Registration is now closed
Ready 2 Read Storytime: Ages 2-3
Thu, Oct 22, 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.
Registration is now closed
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Ready 2 Read Storytime: Ages 2-3 - Held in Large Meeting Room
Thu, Oct 22, 11:00am - 11:30am
South Bowie
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.
Ready 2 Read Storytime: Ages 3-5 - Held in the Foundry
Thu, Oct 22, 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.
Registration is now closed
Ready 2 Read Storytime: Ages 2-3 - Held in the Storytime
Thu, Oct 22, 11:15am - 11:45am
Bowie
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.
Registration is now closed
Ready 2 Read Storytime: Ages 0-2
Thu, Oct 22, 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.
English Conversation Club: Beginner
Thu, Oct 22, 1:00pm - 2:15pm
Virtual Branch - Intercultural Services
Are you learning English? Enhance your English skills in a relaxed and welcoming environment! Join us to practice conversation, build confidence, and connect with others who share your interest in English. Registration is required, and details on how to connect virtually will be provided later.
Craft and Create: Sketching
Thu, Oct 22, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Greenbelt - Auditorium
Unleash your creativity while learning new crafting skills! With step-by-step guidance, you’ll create something unique and have fun along the way.
Play and Grow: Ages 0-3 - Presented by the PGCPS Infants and Toddlers Program
Thu, Oct 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
New Carrollton
Stories, music, and activities for children ages 0-3 with and without special needs. Presented by the PGCPS Infants and Toddlers Program for their early intervention students and a limit of 12 community children. Space is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Due to the nature of the program, late entries will not be accepted after a five-minute grace period.
Teen Zone
Thu, Oct 22, 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 Bowie Branch staff member for the latest Teen Zone updates! For ages 13+
Get Active: Ride and Read
Thu, Oct 22, 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.
This event is full
Basic Computer Skills for Beginners - 4-day Computer Course
Thu, Oct 22, 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
Kids Achieve Club - Ayuda con la Tarea
Thu, Oct 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Bladensburg - Bladensburg Large Meeting 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.
Teen Workforce Empowerment Series: Virtual Information Session - Presented by Employ Prince George's
Thu, Oct 22, 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Virtual Branch - PGCMLS Programming
Receive a preview of expectations and the benefits of the upcoming in-person teen workforce development sessions with Employ Prince George's. Students will professionally develop their own resume for review at the first in-person session on 10/29/26 at the Bowie Branch Library. For teens only.
Technology Help - Second Floor Study Room Area
Thu, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Bowie
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.
Kids Create: Cozy Ghost Paintings
Thu, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bladensburg - BL Activity Room
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.
Teen Action Group (TAG)
Thu, Oct 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Hyattsville - Meeting Room 2
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. Ages 13 and up. Limited to the first 35 teens to arrive.
Kids Create: Pumpkin Crafts - Held in the Children's Program Room
Thu, Oct 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Surratts-Clinton
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.
This event is full
Kids Achieve Club - Ayuda con la Tarea
Thu, Oct 22, 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.
Teen Workforce Empowerment Series: Virtual Information Session - Presented by Employ Prince George's
Thu, Oct 22, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Virtual Branch - PGCMLS Programming
Receive a preview of expectations and the benefits of the upcoming in-person teen workforce development sessions with Employ Prince George's. Students will professionally develop their own resume for review at the first in-person session on 10/29/26 at the Bowie Branch Library. For teens only.
Confident with AI: A Job Search Series - Using AI to Draft Your Cover Letter - Presented by Library2Go: Career Connector
Thu, Oct 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bladensburg Branch Library - Held in the Large Meeting Room
Use AI to avoid the one-size-fits-all cover letter. Participants practice spotting both AI-invented details and generic language, then personalize their draft so it sounds authentically like them. This is one session of a four part series. Feel free to attend one or all sessions.
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