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The online library support suites highlight some of our best and most useful resources. Check out our full collection of Online Resources for more information.
Upcoming Events
Sat, Apr 27, 10:00am - 1:00pm
One-on-one consultations with an attorney to evaluate your past criminal record for expungement eligibility, help preparing expungement petitions, and education on new and changing expungement laws, such as cannabis possession expungement.
Sat, Apr 27, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Large Meeting Room A (Dorothy Height Room)
Ignite curiosity and passion for STEAM among girls and gender-expansive youth in Grades 3-8. Through interactive experiences, participants delve into engaging activities that not only deepen their understanding of STEAM concepts but also foster connections, community, and family involvement, propelling them toward a future of innovation and discovery.
Canceled
Sat, Apr 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Bring your technology questions to the library! Learn how technology can help you in your personal and professional life. Registration is encouraged. Office hours are first come, first served.
Sat, Apr 27, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Large Meeting Room A (Dorothy Height Room)
This transformative program is designed for students in Grades 6-8, aimed at nurturing a sense of empowerment and agency in girls and gender-responsive youth within the realm of STEAM. Through a culturally relevant and story-based approach, participants embark on an engaging journey that fosters joy, excitement, and a deep sense of belonging in the world of STEAM.
Canceled
Sat, Apr 27, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Take a proctored Northstar assessment at the library. Northstar certificates can be added to resumes, portfolios, LinkedIn profiles, and more. Interested participants can also take Northstar proctored exams during Technology Help Office Hours or by scheduling a one-on-one appointment with library staff.
Canceled
Mon, Apr 29, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Bring your technology questions to the library! Learn how technology can help you in your personal and professional life. Registration is encouraged. Office hours are first come, first served.
Mon, Apr 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Apr 29, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Bring your own snacks and enjoy a movie with us.
A group of scientific researchers on a space station attempt to harness a new power source that could be the key to solving a global energy crisis. However, their efforts unleash inexplicable events—including the sudden vanishing of Earth itself.
Canceled
Mon, Apr 29, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Bring your technology questions to the library! Learn how technology can help you in your personal and professional life. Registration is encouraged. Office hours are first come, first served.
Canceled
Tue, Apr 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Get hands-on experience learning the basics of computer use. Every week, we will explore a different area of computer skills.
Tue, Apr 30, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
An evening of crocheting and knitting. Bring your current projects and materials. All ages are welcome. Led by the Laurel Branch Library's Seventh Street Ravelutionaries crocheting and knitting group.
Tue, Apr 30, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room 1
Have a lively discussion! This month we are discussing "Black Cake" by Charmaine Wilkerson.
Wed, May 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Large Meeting Room A (Dorothy Height Room)
In a recent Supreme Court case limiting affirmative action in college admissions, Asian Americans showed support and opposition to the policies. This presentation offers context and a forum for dialogue on Affirmative Action, magnet schools, and more. Leading the discussion is Janelle Wong, co-author of legal briefs advocating for affirmative action and magnet school reforms.
Wed, May 01, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, May 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, May 02, 11:15am - 11:45am
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, May 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Large Meeting Room A (Dorothy Height Room)
Stories, music, and activities for children ages 0–3 with and without special needs. Presented by PGCPS Infants and Toddlers Program or early intervention students and up to 12 community families.
Thu, May 02, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Practice reading or listen to favorite stories read aloud with Dwight D. Eisenhower Eagle Ambassadors.
Thu, May 02, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Build your child's confidence as they read to specially trained therapy dogs. Bring your own book or choose from a selection of Asian Pacific American Heritage folktales. Each child will read for 10 minutes.
Sat, May 04, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Large Meeting Room A (Dorothy Height Room)
Ignite curiosity and passion for STEAM among girls and gender-expansive youth in Grades 3-8. Through interactive experiences, participants delve into engaging activities that not only deepen their understanding of STEAM concepts but also foster connections, community, and family involvement, propelling them toward a future of innovation and discovery.
Sat, May 04, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Large Meeting Room A (Dorothy Height Room)
This transformative program is designed for students in Grades 6-8, aimed at nurturing a sense of empowerment and agency in girls and gender-responsive youth within the realm of STEAM. Through a culturally relevant and story-based approach, participants embark on an engaging journey that fosters joy, excitement, and a deep sense of belonging in the world of STEAM.
Mon, May 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, May 06, 11:15am - 11:45am
Large Meeting Room A (Dorothy Height Room)
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, and signs that will help you to communicate with your baby long before speech is possible. Expectant parents, grandparents and other caregivers are welcome.
Mon, May 06, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Create 3D printed shapes and models using Tinkercad, 3Doodlers, and more. Come create a Lotus Flower or create a free style. Teens can earn community service hours.
Tue, May 07, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
An evening of crocheting and knitting. Bring your current projects and materials. All ages are welcome. Led by the Laurel Branch Library's Seventh Street Ravelutionaries crocheting and knitting group.
Wed, May 08, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, May 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, May 09, 11:15am - 11:45am
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, May 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Practice reading or listen to favorite stories read aloud with Dwight D. Eisenhower Eagle Ambassadors.
Mon, May 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, May 13, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Learn and play board games and card games at the library! Bring one of your own or play one of ours!
Wed, May 15, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Large Meeting Room A (Dorothy Height Room)
Engage in open and honest conversations about life, death, and everything in between with Capital Caring Health. In a warm and supportive atmosphere, participants will share their thoughts, experiences, and questions surrounding mortality. Death Cafes provide a safe space for discussing end-of-life topics, funeral planning, cultural beliefs, and personal reflections on death.
Wed, May 15, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, May 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, May 16, 11:15am - 11:45am
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, May 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Large Meeting Room A (Dorothy Height Room)
Stories, music, and activities for children ages 0–3 with and without special needs. Presented by PGCPS Infants and Toddlers Program or early intervention students and up to 12 community families.
Thu, May 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Practice reading or listen to favorite stories read aloud with Dwight D. Eisenhower Eagle Ambassadors.
Mon, May 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, May 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Have fun exploring, crafting and creating with hands-on experiments and activities. Supplies are provided.
Mon, May 20, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Bring your own snacks and enjoy a movie with us.
Down on his luck and running out of options, Mike Schmidt agrees to take a job as a night shift security guard at Freddy Fazbear's Pizza. However, he quickly realizes that things aren't quite as they seem at Freddy's when the animatronic creatures at the restaurant come alive, hungry for revenge.
Tue, May 21, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
An evening of crocheting and knitting. Bring your current projects and materials. All ages are welcome. Led by the Laurel Branch Library's Seventh Street Ravelutionaries crocheting and knitting group.
Wed, May 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Large Meeting Room A (Dorothy Height Room)
Are we in a new Cold War? Join Bear Afkhami and library staff for an in-depth discussion on why analysts have dubbed the power competition between Russia, China, and the United States as a “New Cold War.” Learn about how Cold War 2.0 is shaping global security.
Wed, May 22, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, May 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, May 23, 11:15am - 11:45am
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, May 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Practice reading or listen to favorite stories read aloud with Dwight D. Eisenhower Eagle Ambassadors.
Sat, May 25, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Come play a variety of games and have some friendly competition! Bring your own game or play one of ours! Commander decks, Dungeons & Dragons one-shots, and solo games are welcome.
Tue, May 28, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room 1
Join a lively discussion! This month we are discussing "Tom Lake" by Ann Patchett.
Wed, May 29, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, May 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, May 30, 11:15am - 11:45am
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, May 30, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Practice reading or listen to favorite stories read aloud with Dwight D. Eisenhower Eagle Ambassadors.
Fri, May 31, 10:00am - 11:00am
Have a cup of coffee and an informal conversation focused on relevant and engaging topics.
Mon, Jun 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Bring your technology questions to the library! Learn how technology can help you in your personal and professional life. Registration is encouraged. Office hours are first come, first served.
Mon, Jun 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Tue, Jun 04, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Create 3D printed shapes and models using Tinkercad, 3Doodlers, and more. Come create a Picture Frame or create a free style from one of the templates using 3Doodlers. Teens can earn community service hours.
Tue, Jun 04, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
An evening of crocheting and knitting. Bring your current projects and materials. All ages are welcome. Led by the Laurel Branch Library's Seventh Street Ravelutionaries crocheting and knitting group.
Wed, Jun 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Have you learned ASL and would like some extra practice time? Join our club and practice what you’ve learned in a friendly atmosphere. This club is for beginner level ASL learners.
Wed, Jun 05, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Jun 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Jun 06, 11:15am - 11:45am
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Jun 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Stories, music, and activities for children ages 0–3 with and without special needs. Presented by PGCPS Infants and Toddlers Program or early intervention students and up to 12 community families.
Thu, Jun 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Kick off Summer Prince George's at your local branch! Drop by to register and enjoy other activities and prizes (while supplies last.)
Thu, Jun 06, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Build your child's confidence as they read to specially trained therapy dogs. Bring a book or choose one from the library. Each child will read for 10 minutes.