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Wed, Jan 21, 12:15pm - 12:45pm
Greenbelt - Program 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
Wed, Jan 21, 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Spauldings - Large Meeting Room
Join us for an energizing Quick Sweat Zumba dance class led by a certified instructor! Enjoy lively music and simple, easy-to-follow moves that get you moving, lift your spirits, and help burn calories. Adults with developmental disabilities are warmly welcome!
Registration is now closed
Wed, Jan 21, 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, Jan 21, 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.
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Wed, Jan 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Hyattsville - Meeting Room 2
Enjoy an afternoon coffee and a classic, "Roman Holiday.
Registration is now closed
Wed, Jan 21, 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, Jan 21, 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+
Registration is now closed
Wed, Jan 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Virtual Branch - Intercultural Services
Have you been wishing to learn Spanish but have not yet begun your learning journey? Start gaining Spanish skills in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere! Connect with others who share your interest in Spanish. This preparation session is for people who have little to no experience with the Spanish language.
Registration is now closed
Wed, Jan 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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.
Registration is now closed
Wed, Jan 21, 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, Jan 21, 3:30pm - 4:45pm
Accokeek - Large Meeting Room
Are you a fan of either Anime or Western Cartoons? Come and join us for a battle for the better cartoon. In this program you become the judge and determine who comes out victorious.
Registration is now closed
Wed, Jan 21, 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, Jan 21, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
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.
Registration is now closed
Wed, Jan 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Branch - Intercultural Services
Learning to speak Spanish? Enhance your Spanish skills in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere! Join us to practice conversation, build confidence, and connect with others who share your interest in Spanish. This club is for beginner level Spanish learners. Once registered you will receive further information at a later time on how to connect virtually.
Registration is now closed
Wed, Jan 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Laurel - Conference Room 1
Learning ASL? Enhance your ASL skills in a relaxed and welcoming environment! Join us to practice conversation, build confidence, and connect with others who share your interest in ASL. Once registered you will receive a reminder email.
Registration is now closed
Wed, Jan 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Fairmount Heights - Large 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! Participants can receive community service hours at this program.
Registration is now closed
Wed, Jan 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Virtual Branch - Intercultural Services
Learning to speak Spanish? Enhance your Spanish skills in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere! Join us to practice conversation, build confidence, and connect with others who share your interest in Spanish. This club is for intermediate level Spanish learners. Once registered you will receive further information at a later time on how to connect virtually.
Registration is now closed
Cancelled
Wed, Jan 21, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Largo-Kettering
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, Jan 21, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
South Bowie - Computer Lab
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.
Registration is now closed
Wed, Jan 21, 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, Jan 21, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Oxon Hill - Small Meeting Room
After school, unwind with video games, crafts, and plenty of other fun activities! Curious about upcoming events? Just ask an Oxon Hill Branch staff member for the latest Teen Zone updates! For ages 13+
Wed, Jan 21, 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, Jan 21, 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.
Cancelled
Wed, Jan 21, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Branch
Discover what truly happens behind the scenes in the world of high fashion in this detailed, storied memoir from style icon, bestselling author, and former Vogue creative director André Leon Talley.
Wed, Jan 21, 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, Jan 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Oxon Hill - Foundry
Get your body moving and have fun at the library! Join us for line dancing and spend an enjoyable hour learning steps with line dancing instructor Dot Hicks. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned dancer, men and women are welcome to enjoy this lively session as a great way to get moving and meet new friends! Attendees are encouraged to bring a refillable water bottle to stay hydrated.
This event is full
Wed, Jan 21, 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, Jan 21, 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, Jan 21, 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.