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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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Caseworker in the Library
Mon, Oct 26, 10:00am - 4:30pm
Oxon Hill - Author Room
A caseworker from the Maryland Department of Human Services will be on-site to answer social service questions and assist with a variety of tasks, including applying for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Maryland Energy Assistance Program, Temporary Cash Assistance, Temporary Disability Assistance, Medical Assistance, Emergency Assistance to Families with Children, and more.
Ready 2 Read Storytime: Ages 3-5 - Held in the Children's Area
Mon, Oct 26, 10:15am - 10:45am
Mount Rainier
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.
Ready 2 Read Storytime: Ages 0-2
Mon, Oct 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Surratts-Clinton - Auditorium (150)
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.
This event is full
Ready 2 Read Storytime: Ages 0-2 - Held in the Storytime Room
Mon, Oct 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hyattsville
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.
Ready 2 Read Storytime: Ages 2-3
Mon, Oct 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
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.
Positively Moving - Presented by ArtStream Held in Meeting Room 2 - A class for adults 18+ with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDDs), including autism
Mon, Oct 26, 10:30am - 12:00pm
New Carrollton
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.
Register
Ready 2 Read Storytime: Ages 0-2 - Held in the Storytime Room
Mon, Oct 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
New Carrollton
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.
Ready 2 Read Storytime: Ages 2-3
Mon, Oct 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Laurel - Large Meeting Room B
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 2-3
Mon, Oct 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Oxon Hill - Foundry
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
Mon, Oct 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Accokeek - 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.
Sip and Paint: Mindful Moments
Mon, Oct 26, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Hillcrest Heights - Small Meeting Room
Start the week off right with a relaxing exercise in mindfulness while using your creativity to design and paint your own ceramic pumpkin! Light refreshments provided.
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English Conversation Club - Children's Area
Mon, Oct 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Mount Rainier
Are you learning to speak 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 learning English. Once registered you will receive a reminder email.
Ready 2 Read Storytime: Ages 2-3
Mon, Oct 26, 11:00am - 11:30am
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
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.
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Ready 2 Read Storytime: Ages 0-2 - Held in the Large Meeting Room
Mon, Oct 26, 11:00am - 11:30am
South 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.
Ready 2 Read Storytime: Ages 2-3 - Held in the Storytime Room
Mon, Oct 26, 11:30am - 12:00pm
New Carrollton
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 Art: Ages 3-5 - Shape Monsters
Mon, Oct 26, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Upper Marlboro
Dive into the colorful world of art with an interactive story that sparks imagination! After the tale, unleash creativity by crafting a themed masterpiece. It’s a delightful way for little ones to appreciate art while having a blast! Held in the Large Meeting Room
Positively Moving - Presented by ArtStream Held in Meeting Room 2 - A class for adults 18+ with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDDs), including autism
Mon, Oct 26, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
New Carrollton
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.
Register
English Class: Beginner - Provided by Solution in Hometown Connections
Mon, Oct 26, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Solutions in Hometown Connections (SHC) English classes focus on literacy, letters, and sounds for adult learners. Registration encouraged but not required. Anyone is welcome to join as long as space allows. Registration Link: https://forms.gle/5Pyd9yS1NGGYTL148
Job Seekers Club
Mon, Oct 26, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Mount Rainier
Searching for a job or preparing for an interview? Get the support you need! This club offers guidance on applications, interviews, and everything in between to help you land your next opportunity.
Teen Zone
Mon, Oct 26, 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+
Operation Warm: Free Coats for Kids
Mon, Oct 26, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Spauldings
Bring your kids for a free coat for those who need one this winter. Limit 2 coats per family, while supplies last. First come, first served. Children must be present to receive a coat, no exceptions. Sizes 2T-size Adult Large. Special thanks to Wawa for funding the free coats.
Teen Action Group (TAG)
Mon, Oct 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Surratts-Clinton - Auditorium (150)
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.
Manga and Anime Club
Mon, Oct 26, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Largo-Kettering - LK Program Room
Ready to dive into the world of manga and anime? Enjoy lively discussions, creative activities, trailer screenings, and a taste of Japanese culture. Whether you're a casual fan or a hardcore aficionado, there's something for everyone to enjoy! Participants can receive community service hours at this program. Teens Only.
Chess Club
Mon, Oct 26, 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.
Computer Basics
Mon, Oct 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hillcrest Heights - Small Meeting Room
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.
Computer Basics: Open Lab
Mon, Oct 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bladensburg - BL Activity Room
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.
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Legos: Freestyle
Mon, Oct 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Laurel - Large Meeting Room B
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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