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Kids
Events for Kids
Mon, Sep 29, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Hyattsville - Art Room
Whether you’re a beginner looking to learn the basics or an experienced player wanting to sharpen your skills, the Chess Club is the perfect place for you! Join us for friendly matches and strategies in a welcoming environment.
Mon, Sep 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Have fun making art and crafts to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month while learning new skills. With easy-to-follow steps, kids will create their own unique projects to take home.
Tue, Sep 30, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 2
Whether you’re a beginner looking to learn the basics or an experienced player wanting to sharpen your skills, the Chess Club is the perfect place for you! Join us for friendly matches and strategies in a welcoming environment.
Tue, Sep 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hyattsville - Art 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.
Tue, Sep 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beltsville - Program 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.
Tue, Sep 30, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Surratts-Clinton
Need a photo of your child for the new school year to share with friends/family? Register by calling (301) 868-9200. 10 minute appointments are available. We'll provide backdrops and props, but you are welcome to bring your own!
Tue, Sep 30, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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.
Tue, Sep 30, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Oxon Hill - Author 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.
Tue, Sep 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Spauldings - Large Meeting Room
This fun art program is for kids ages 8-12 and mixes creativity with movement! You’ll learn cool facts about the Olympics and get to make a piece of artwork based on your favorite sport. Participants can even submit their artwork for a chance to be shown at ICAF's 7th World Children’s Festival in Washington, D.C. in June 2026!
Wed, Oct 01, 3:00pm - 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, Oct 01, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting 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.
Wed, Oct 01, 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, Oct 01, 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, Oct 01, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Upper Marlboro
Come skate at the library. Borrow skates and protective gear, or bring your own. All skaters must wear socks. Lace up your skates, and let's roll!
Wed, Oct 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Step into the captivating world of this bilingual play as Alre and Quines, accompanied by their magical bag, breathe life into enchanting tales. Join Harlequins and their diverse group of friends on thrilling adventures across different countries, immersing themselves in vibrant cultures, music, and dances.
Wed, Oct 01, 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, Oct 01, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Largo-Kettering - Entrepreneur Lab
Come learn about the moon and different ways to observe it from our staff NASA Ambassador! This is a drop-in program, so please stop in when you are able!
Wed, Oct 01, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Surratts-Clinton
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.
Thu, Oct 02, 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, Oct 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and come create your own intricate alfombra design with colored sand and glue!
Thu, Oct 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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, Oct 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Whether you’re a beginner looking to learn the basics or an experienced player wanting to sharpen your skills, the Chess Club is the perfect place for you! Join us for friendly matches and strategies in a welcoming environment.
Thu, Oct 02, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Laurel
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.
Thu, Oct 02, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Oxon Hill - Small Meeting Room
Whether you’re a beginner looking to learn the basics or an experienced player wanting to sharpen your skills, the Chess Club is the perfect place for you! Join us for friendly matches and strategies in a welcoming environment.
Thu, Oct 02, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Surratts-Clinton - Auditorium (150)
Dive into the world of science, technology, engineering, and math with fun, hands-on experiments and activities! Explore catapults through interactive challenges that spark curiosity and creativity.
Fri, Oct 03, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mount Rainier
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!
Sat, Oct 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Laurel - Large Meeting Room B
Join a chemist from the American Chemical Society for a hands-on program on the chemistry of spices. The program is appropriate for ages 7 and up (grades 2-12). Students aged 7-8 must be accompanied by an adult.
Sat, Oct 04, 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.
This event is full
Sat, Oct 04, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Bowie - Auditorium
Dive into the world of science, technology, engineering, and math with fun, hands-on experiments and activities! Explore racing through interactive challenges that spark curiosity and creativity.
Sat, Oct 04, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Mount Rainier
Have fun making art and crafts while learning
about the Nazca Lines and carving your own designs inspired by these giant, ancient geoglyphs in Peru. All supplies will be provided.
Sat, Oct 04, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Bowie - Auditorium
Whether you’re a beginner looking to learn the basics or an experienced player wanting to sharpen your skills, the Chess Club is the perfect place for you! Join us for friendly matches and strategies in a welcoming environment.
Sat, Oct 04, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Oxon Hill - Foundry
Celebrate National Arts and Humanities Month with a free, family-friendly event featuring poetry, visual art, music, song, and dance. Moderated by Sistah Joy, Prince George's County Poet Laureate Emerita, this multi-genre celebration highlights the creativity and spirit of the community through a dynamic mix of artistic expressions.
Sat, Oct 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Accokeek - Large Meeting Room
Are you a dissectologist? Do you love puzzles? Join us for our puzzle exchange! Bring a puzzle, take a puzzle. Work with other puzzle lovers to put together Book theme puzzles
Tue, Oct 07, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 2
Whether you’re a beginner looking to learn the basics or an experienced player wanting to sharpen your skills, the Chess Club is the perfect place for you! Join us for friendly matches and strategies in a welcoming environment.
Tue, Oct 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hyattsville - Art 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.
Tue, Oct 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bowie - Conference 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.
Tue, Oct 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beltsville - Program 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.
Tue, Oct 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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.
Tue, Oct 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Oxon Hill - Author 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.
Tue, Oct 07, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Largo-Kettering - LK Program Room
Dive into the world of science, technology, engineering, and math with fun, hands-on exploration into the science and life cycle of Mexican jumping beans!! Discover the fascinating story behind these lively seed pods and the tiny creatures inside them. It's a learning experience you won’t want to miss! Children must be accompanied by their caregiver.
Tue, Oct 07, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Greenbelt - Auditorium
Enjoy a free screening of "Paddington in Peru" at the library in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. Relax and watch the film on the big screen with others in the community.
Tue, Oct 07, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Bladensburg - BL Activity Room
Dive into the world of science, technology, engineering, and math with fun, hands-on experiments and activities! Explore climate change and the career of Dr. Nicole Hernandez Hammer through interactive challenges that spark curiosity and creativity.
Tue, Oct 07, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Spauldings
Come skate at the library. Borrow skates and protective gear, or bring your own. All skaters must wear socks. Lace up your skates, and let's roll!
Tue, Oct 07, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
South Bowie - Small Meeting Room (209)
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!
Tue, Oct 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Accokeek
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.
Tue, Oct 07, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Laurel - Large Meeting Room B
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, Oct 08, 3:00pm - 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, Oct 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting 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.
Wed, Oct 08, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Baden - Multipurpose 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.
Wed, Oct 08, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Hillcrest Heights
Have fun making art and crafts to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month while learning new skills. With easy-to-follow steps, kids will create their own unique projects to take home.
Wed, Oct 08, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Surratts-Clinton - Auditorium (150)
Embark on an exciting adventure with your favorite stories read aloud! Engage in fun activities and games that bring the tales to life, making reading a thrilling experience for everyone involved.
Wed, Oct 08, 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, Oct 08, 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, Oct 08, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Fairmount Heights
Come skate at the library. Borrow skates and protective gear, or bring your own. All skaters must wear socks. Lace up your skates, and let's roll!
Wed, Oct 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Hyattsville - Learning Lab
Kids will dive into the exciting world of engineering and science with fun, hands-on projects! They’ll explore topics like 3D printing and modeling, coding, robotics, electronics and circuits, astronomy with telescopes, building bridges, cracking the egg drop challenge, and much more! Ages 11-15.
Wed, Oct 08, 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, Oct 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
South Bowie - Large Meeting Room (213)
Dive into the world of science, technology, engineering, and math with fun, hands-on experiments and activities! Explore toothpicks adventures through interactive challenges that spark curiosity and creativity.
Thu, Oct 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, Oct 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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, Oct 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Surratts-Clinton - Auditorium (150)
Want to be a Pokémon master? Do you like comics, cartoons, and crafts? Join fellow fans each month as we try to catch 'em all, try new series, and enjoy animated worlds.
Fri, Oct 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Celebrate this Hispanic Heritage Month by making your own magnets inspired by Poblano talavera tiles from Mexico
Sat, Oct 11, 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.
This event is full
Sat, Oct 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
New Carrollton
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.
Sat, Oct 11, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Oxon Hill
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.
Sat, Oct 11, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
South Bowie - Large Meeting Room (213)
In this program, the Bowie Green Team will provide participants with free plants and a detailed explanation of how to get started. You'll learn about the vital role pollinator gardens play in supporting birds, butterflies, and many other pollinators that are essential to our ecosystem—from food production to maintaining clean air.
Sat, Oct 11, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Accokeek - Large Meeting Room
Dive into the world of science, technology, engineering, and math with fun, hands-on experiments and activities! Learn how to create a wind powered vehicle using ordinary household items!
Sat, Oct 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beltsville
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.
Tue, Oct 14, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 2
Whether you’re a beginner looking to learn the basics or an experienced player wanting to sharpen your skills, the Chess Club is the perfect place for you! Join us for friendly matches and strategies in a welcoming environment.
Tue, Oct 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Fairmount Heights - Large Meeting 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.
Tue, Oct 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hyattsville - Art 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.
Tue, Oct 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bowie - Conference 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.
Tue, Oct 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beltsville - Program 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.
Tue, Oct 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Oxon Hill - Author 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.
Tue, Oct 14, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Bladensburg - BL Activity Room
Show off your smarts and test your knowledge with Hispanic Heritage trivia! Join the fun, compete with others, and discover interesting facts along the way. Will you take the top spot?
Tue, Oct 14, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Bowie
Come skate at the library. Borrow skates and protective gear, or bring your own. All skaters must wear socks. Lace up your skates, and let's roll!
Tue, Oct 14, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Laurel
Boost your reading skills and confidence or listen to favorite stories read aloud with Dwight D. Eisenhower Eagle Ambassadors.
Tue, Oct 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hyattsville - Meeting Room 2
Explore the awesome world of your body with fun, hands-on activities that show how all your organs work together to keep you healthy and strong. You'll learn how your body’s systems team up to make you feel great!
Tue, Oct 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Laurel - Large Meeting Room B
Whether you’re a beginner looking to learn the basics or an experienced player wanting to sharpen your skills, the Chess Club is the perfect place for you! Join us for friendly matches and strategies in a welcoming environment.
Tue, Oct 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Fires can happen when we least expect it, but you can take steps to be prepared. This program helps you equip yourself with the essential skills and knowledge to prevent and respond to fire emergencies. Learn practical fire safety strategies that help you to protect yourself, your family, and your home.
Wed, Oct 15, 3:00pm - 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, Oct 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting 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.
Wed, Oct 15, 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, Oct 15, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Beltsville
Come skate at the library. Borrow skates and protective gear, or bring your own. All skaters must wear socks. Lace up your skates, and let's roll!
Wed, Oct 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hyattsville - Conference Room 2
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, Oct 16, 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, Oct 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Dive into the world of science, technology, engineering, and math with fun, hands-on experiments and activities! Explore the science behind sundials and learn how people used them to tell time.
Thu, Oct 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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, Oct 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Oxon Hill - Small Meeting Room
Whether you’re a beginner looking to learn the basics or an experienced player wanting to sharpen your skills, the Chess Club is the perfect place for you! Join us for friendly matches and strategies in a welcoming environment.
Fri, Oct 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beltsville
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.
Sat, Oct 18, 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.
This event is full
Sat, Oct 18, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Mount Rainier Bike Co-op, 3601 Bunker Hill Rd, Mt Rainier, MD 20712
Got an old bike that needs a little TLC to get back on the road? Need tips on how to wear your helmet properly? Or maybe you could use a free bike helmet and lights? In this program, teens will learn basic bike maintenance, including a walkthrough of the ABC Quick Check—A for Air, B for Brakes, and C for Chain and Quick Release. You'll also learn how to properly fit a helmet using the 2v2 method.
Sat, Oct 18, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Largo-Kettering - LK Program Room
Practice reading skills through group reading and games. The five Every Child Ready to Read practices (sing, talk, read, write, play) will be used to model ways adults can foster emergent reading skills while simultaneously getting children excited about reading. Ages 5-8 with caregiver.
Sat, Oct 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Bowie
Build your child's confidence as they read to a specially trained therapy dog. Bring a book or choose one from the library. Each child will read for 10 minutes.
Sat, Oct 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Spauldings - Large Meeting Room
Have fun making art and crafts while learning new skills. Share your creativity and show off your skills by decorating your own pumpkin while enjoying warm fall beverages. The winning pumpkin will receive a prize!
Sat, Oct 18, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Laurel - Large Meeting Room A (Dorothy Height Room)
In this program, the Patuxent Research Refuge will provide participants with free plants and a detailed explanation of how to get started. You'll learn about the vital role pollinator gardens play in supporting birds, butterflies, and many other pollinators that are essential to our ecosystem—from food production to maintaining clean air.
Sat, Oct 18, 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.
Sat, Oct 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting 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.
Sat, Oct 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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.
Mon, Oct 20, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Surratts-Clinton - Auditorium (150)
Homeschool families! Socialize, play games, and do a craft or STEM project. Activities change each month.
This event is full
Mon, Oct 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Laurel - Large Meeting Room B
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.
Mon, Oct 20, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Hyattsville - Meeting Room 2
Whether you’re a beginner looking to learn the basics or an experienced player wanting to sharpen your skills, the Chess Club is the perfect place for you! Join us for friendly matches and strategies in a welcoming environment.
Mon, Oct 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Spauldings - Large Meeting Room
Dive into the world of science, technology, engineering, and math with fun, hands-on experiments and activities! Explore fairytales through interactive challenges that spark curiosity and creativity.
Tue, Oct 21, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 2
Whether you’re a beginner looking to learn the basics or an experienced player wanting to sharpen your skills, the Chess Club is the perfect place for you! Join us for friendly matches and strategies in a welcoming environment.
Tue, Oct 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bowie - Conference 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.
Tue, Oct 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hyattsville - Conference Room 1
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!
Tue, Oct 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beltsville - Program 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.
Tue, Oct 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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.
Tue, Oct 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Oxon Hill - Author 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.
Tue, Oct 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Greenbelt - Auditorium
Dive into the world of science, technology, engineering, and math with fun, hands-on experiments and activities! Explore constructing Rigamajig pieces through interactive challenges that spark curiosity and creativity.
Tue, Oct 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Dive into the world of science, technology, engineering, and math with fun, hands-on experiments and activities! Explore Legos through interactive challenges that spark curiosity and creativity.
Tue, Oct 21, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Laurel
Boost your reading skills and confidence or listen to favorite stories read aloud with Dwight D. Eisenhower Eagle Ambassadors.
Tue, Oct 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Explore the awesome world of your body with fun, hands-on activities that show how all your organs work together to keep you healthy and strong. You'll learn how your body’s systems team up to make you feel great!
Tue, Oct 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Accokeek
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.
Tue, Oct 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hyattsville - Learning Lab
This fun art program is for kids ages 8-12 and mixes creativity with movement! You’ll learn cool facts about the Olympics and get to make a piece of artwork based on your favorite sport. Participants can even submit their artwork for a chance to be shown at ICAF's 7th World Children’s Festival in Washington, D.C. in June 2026!
Tue, Oct 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
South Bowie - Large Meeting Room (213)
Have fun making friendly monsters With easy-to-follow steps, kids will create their own unique projects to take home.
Tue, Oct 21, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Laurel - Large Meeting Room B
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, Oct 22, 3:00pm - 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, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Oxon Hill - Foundry
Dive into the world of science, technology, engineering, and math with fun, hands-on experiments and activities! Explore structural engineering through interactive challenges that spark curiosity and creativity.
Wed, Oct 22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Glenarden
Whether you’re a beginner looking to learn the basics or an experienced player wanting to sharpen your skills, the Chess Club is the perfect place for you! Join us for friendly matches and strategies in a welcoming environment.
Wed, Oct 22, 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, Oct 22, 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, Oct 22, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Surratts-Clinton
Come skate at the library. Borrow skates and protective gear, or bring your own. All skaters must wear socks. Lace up your skates, and let's roll!
Wed, Oct 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Hyattsville - Learning Lab
Kids will dive into the exciting world of engineering and science with fun, hands-on projects! They’ll explore topics like 3D printing and modeling, coding, robotics, electronics and circuits, astronomy with telescopes, building bridges, cracking the egg drop challenge, and much more! Ages 11-15.
Wed, Oct 22, 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, Oct 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Surratts-Clinton
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.
Thu, Oct 23, 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, Oct 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Dive into the world of science, technology, engineering, and math with fun, hands-on experiments and activities! Explore building straw structures through interactive challenges that spark curiosity and creativity.
Thu, Oct 23, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
South Bowie - Small Meeting Room (209)
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!
Thu, Oct 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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, Oct 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Surratts-Clinton - Auditorium (150)
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.
Fri, Oct 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Mount Rainier
Dive into the world of science, technology, engineering, and math with fun, hands-on experiments and activities! Explore small robots through interactive challenges that spark curiosity and creativity.
Sat, Oct 25, 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.
This event is full
Sat, Oct 25, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Bladensburg - BL Activity Room
This session will start with an overview of the historical roots of the game of chess, followed by practice. Whether you’re a beginner looking to learn the basics or an experienced player wanting to sharpen your skills, the Chess Club is for you! Join us for friendly matches and strategies in a welcoming environment.
Sat, Oct 25, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Have some active fun playing table ping pong! Whether you’re a seasoned player or a first-timer, enjoy this classic game with your family, friends, library staff members and other customers.
Mon, Oct 27, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Hyattsville - Meeting Room 2
Whether you’re a beginner looking to learn the basics or an experienced player wanting to sharpen your skills, the Chess Club is the perfect place for you! Join us for friendly matches and strategies in a welcoming environment.
Tue, Oct 28, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 2
Whether you’re a beginner looking to learn the basics or an experienced player wanting to sharpen your skills, the Chess Club is the perfect place for you! Join us for friendly matches and strategies in a welcoming environment.
Tue, Oct 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bowie - Conference 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.
Tue, Oct 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hyattsville - Art Room
Embark on an exciting adventure with your favorite stories read aloud! Engage in fun activities and games that bring the tales to life, making reading a thrilling experience for everyone involved.
Tue, Oct 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beltsville - Program 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.
Tue, Oct 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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.
Tue, Oct 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Oxon Hill - Author 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.
Tue, Oct 28, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Largo-Kettering - LK Program Room
Dive into the world of science, technology, engineering, and math with fun, hands-on experiments and activities! Join us for an exciting journey into the wonders of the human hand! Explore the fascinating complexity of hand anatomy through interactive learning.
Tue, Oct 28, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
South Bowie - Large Meeting Room (213)
Enjoy a free screening of "Coco" at the library. Relax and watch the film on the big screen with others in the community.
Tue, Oct 28, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Laurel
Boost your reading skills and confidence or listen to favorite stories read aloud with Dwight D. Eisenhower Eagle Ambassadors.
Tue, Oct 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Fairmount Heights - Large Meeting Room
Explore the awesome world of your body with fun, hands-on activities that show how all your organs work together to keep you healthy and strong. You'll learn how your body’s systems team up to make you feel great!
Tue, Oct 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Have fun making art and crafts while learning new skills. With easy-to-follow steps, kids paint some cute and cozy ghosts with us!
Wed, Oct 29, 3:00pm - 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, Oct 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting 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.
Wed, Oct 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hillcrest Heights - Small Meeting 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.
Wed, Oct 29, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Let your creativity flow as you paint your own spooky-themed masterpiece! Enjoy a fun, relaxed atmosphere with all the painting supplies you need and sip on a delicious juice box. Registration is required for all participants.
Wed, Oct 29, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Surratts-Clinton - Auditorium (150)
Enjoy a free screening of "Hotel Transylvania" at the library. Relax and watch the film on the big screen with others in the community.
Wed, Oct 29, 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, Oct 29, 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, Oct 29, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
South Bowie - Large Meeting Room (213)
Build, create, and explore with legos! Watch 'The Lego Batman Movie' (rated PG) while you construct your idea. Costumes are welcome!
Wed, Oct 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Fairmount Heights - D.R.E.A.M Lab
In this action-packed training academy, kids ages 6-10 will embark on hands-on missions and games to become Digital Defenders! They’ll learn how passwords act like secret vault combinations, spot sneaky "phishing" traps trying to steal information, and even create their own unbreakable secret codes using special agent techniques.
Wed, Oct 29, 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.
Kids Achieve Club
The mission of the Kids Achieve Club (KAC) program is to provide academic support through homework assistance and reading practice for English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) students in grades 1-6. The program was created to support the unique needs of English Learners to foster a love of reading and to provide academic support. Although KAC was created to align with the needs and to engage English Learners, it is an inclusive program. Children of all backgrounds and ethnicities are invited to participate.
Take a look at our foundation booklet titled Kids Achieve Club Reading Activities by Dr. Dawn Jacobs Martin Ph.D. This booklet is filled with reading strategies integrated with the Five Pillars of Literacy, making it the perfect resource and guide for mentors, parents, and caregivers.
If you would like to learn more about early literacy, or if you have children the age of 5 and under, please visit our Early Literacy page for more information.
La misión del programa Kids Achieve Club (KAC) es proveer apoyo académico y asistencia en las tareas y practicar la lectura para estudiantes de inglés como segundo idioma en los grados 1° - 6°. El programa fue creado específicamente para proveer un servicio de las necesidades de estudiantes que están aprendiendo el inglés o que el inglés es su segundo idioma para fomentar un amor a la lectura y proveer apoyo académico. Aunque el programa KAC fue creado para alinearse con las necesidades e involucrar a estudiantes de inglés como segundo idioma es un programa inclusivo. Niños de todo origen y etnicidad son bienvenidos a participar.
con un folleto que se titula, Actividades de Leer, por Dra. Dawn Jacobs Martin, Ph.D. Este folleto está lleno de las estrategias de lectura que integran los “cinco pilares de alfabetización.” El libro es un recurso para tutores, padres, y las personas encargadas del cuidado del niño.
Si quiere aprender más sobre la alfabetización temprana, o si tiene niños de los años 5 y menos, por favor visite nuestra página web Alfabetización Temprana para más información.
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ABCmouse (Library Access)
The ABCmouse curriculum is designed to help young children (ages 2-8+) build a strong foundation for future academic success. ABCmouse is 100% educational, with more than 10,000 learning activities (books, puzzles, educational games, art activities, songs, etc.) across all major subject areas—reading, math, science, social studies, art, and music.
ABCmouse at Home (Remote Access)
Now available from home! The ABCmouse curriculum is designed to help young children (ages 2-8+) build a strong foundation for future academic success. ABCmouse is 100% educational, with more than 10,000 learning activities (books, puzzles, educational games, art activities, songs, etc.) across all major subject areas—reading, math, science, social studies, art, and music.
Beanstack
Discover favorite books, earn badges and participate in reading challenges with Beanstack!
Biography in Context
Meet the people who made history by accessing video, audio, images, primary sources and articles for over a half-million international figures.
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Chat online with a real tutor and get live, homework help from 2pm to 11:55pm EST.
ComicsPlus
Enjoy unlimited access to thousands of digital graphic novels, manga and comics. Checkouts are for seven days with unlimited renewals.
Encyclopedia Britannica for Kids
An excellent starting place for any research project about animals, geography, people and more.
Encyclopedia Britannica ImageQuest
Access millions of images from the best collections in the world.
Encyclopedia Britannica Library Edition
Search encyclopedia articles, magazines, web sites and videos.
Gale In Context: Middle School
Find information here about the most studied middle school topics.
Gale in Context: Elementary
Cross-curricular research and homework help for K-5 students.
Gale Ebooks
Find eBooks on countries, cultures, history, technology, science and more, with translations available in 40 languages.
Libby/OverDrive for Kids
OverDrive and the Libby app offer classic and contemporary children's books for all ages in both eBook and eAudio format.
Mango Languages
Learn a new language from home or on-the-go with Mango! Mango adapts to your unique learning style so you pick up on new vocabulary quickly.
National Geographic Kids (Gale)
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Magazines, newspapers, journals, and reference content for middle and high school students.
NoveList K-8
Find just the right book and get recommendations based on your interests and reading level.
Pebble Go
Have fun researching while playing educational games and engaging with read-aloud audio for five categories: animals, science, biographies, social studies and dinosaurs. Designed specifically for grades K-3.
Transparent languages
An easy-to-use interface that integrates real-life language use by native speakers. With over 100 languages to choose from, every language-learner will find something of interest.
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