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Sat, Feb 21, 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.
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Sat, Feb 21, 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, Feb 21, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Oxon Hill - Lecture Hall
Discover the untold story of John Henry Scott and the history of racial terror lynching in Prince George’s County. Learn about the mission and work of the Prince George's County Lynching Memorial Project, hear John Henry Scott's story, and explore actions we can take for racial justice. A Q&A session will follow.
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Sat, Feb 21, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Surratts-Clinton
Join us for one-on-one technology help sessions, where you can receive personalized assistance with basic computer skills, email setup, internet use, and more. Bring your own device, or use one of ours, and we will guide you through your questions at your own pace. Whether you're new to technology or just need a refresher, we're here to help in a friendly, supportive environment.
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Sat, Feb 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Laurel - Large Meeting Room B
Dive into the colorful world of art with an interactive story that sparks imagination! After the tale, unleash creativity by crafting a Beautiful Blackbird masterpiece. It’s a delightful way for little ones to appreciate art while having a blast!
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Sat, Feb 21, 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.
Registration is now closed
Sat, Feb 21, 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.
Registration is now closed
Sat, Feb 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Bowie - Auditorium
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.
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Sat, Feb 21, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
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.
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Sat, Feb 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Mount Rainier
Dive into the world of science, technology, engineering, and math with fun, hands-on experiments and activities! Explore Snap Circuits through interactive challenges that spark curiosity and creativity.
Registration is now closed
Sat, Feb 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Greenbelt - Auditorium
Honor the spirit and endurance of Black history through rhythm and motion — enjoy a powerful, expressive jump rope showcase celebrating storytelling through coordinated movement. Participants will be invited to jump!
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Sat, Feb 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Watch history come alive in this engaging theatrical performance by Ebony Sonshine Puppets. Through dynamic storytelling, music, and puppetry, discover the inspiring stories of Black history makers who changed our world.
Registration is now closed
Sat, Feb 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Bowie - Auditorium
Join celebrated children’s author Allen Wells for a lively reading of his books, including "Yvonne Clark and Her Engineering Spark" and "Danté Plays His Blues". Celebrate Black voices, music, and imagination in this engaging experience for children ages 4–8.
Registration is now closed
Sat, Feb 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
South Bowie - Large Meeting Room (213)
Join us for a fun, hands-on Mini STEAM Fair! Local STEAM organizations from Bowie will host interactive activities that spark curiosity in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. Designed especially for children in preschool through third grade, this program invites kids to rotate through tables to explore, create, and discover the excitement of STEAM.
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Sat, Feb 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Bladensburg
Boost your child’s confidence by reading to friendly, trained therapy dogs! Whether they bring a favorite book or choose one from the library, each child gets 10–15 minutes of one-on-one reading time with a furry friend.
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Sat, Feb 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Laurel - Large Meeting Room B
Unleash your creativity while learning about artist Jean-Michel Basquiat! With step-by-step guidance, you’ll create something unique and have fun along the way.
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Sat, Feb 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy a free showing of the "Princess and the Frog" and a special craft! Closed Captioning will be available
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Sat, Feb 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Accokeek - Large Meeting Room
Learn about one of Maryland’s unsung women, Gloria Richardson Dandridge! She became a powerful Civil Rights Activist and leader of the Cambridge movement. Gloria fought for equality in the workforce as well as got to know and work alongside leaders such as Malcom X.
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Sat, Feb 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hyattsville - Conference Room 1
Group will discuss "James" by Percival Everett. Please check with the desk for copy availability and other details.
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