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Upcoming Events
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Thu, Mar 05, 10:00am - 4:30pm
Spauldings - Group Study Room 1
A caseworker from the Maryland Department of Human Services will be on-site to answer social service questions and assist with various tasks such as applying for the supplemental nutrition assistance program (SNAP), the Maryland energy assistance program, temporary cash assistance, temporary disability assistance, medical assistance, emergency assistance to families with children, and more.
Thu, Mar 05, 10:00am - 12:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Do you love to crochet? Would you like to learn? Join us to crochet & make new friends. Beginners welcome & materials will be provided for first-time participants.
Registration is now closed
Thu, Mar 05, 10:15am - 10:45am
Largo-Kettering
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.
Registration is now closed
Thu, Mar 05, 10:15am - 10:45am
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.
Registration is now closed
Thu, Mar 05, 10:15am - 10:45am
Greenbelt - Program Room
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.
Registration is now closed
Thu, Mar 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Baden - Multipurpose 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
Thu, Mar 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hyattsville
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.
Registration is now closed
Thu, Mar 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
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! We will focus on food we eat at a picnic and ants!
Registration is now closed
Thu, Mar 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Oxon Hill - Foundry
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.
Registration is now closed
Thu, Mar 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bladensburg
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.
Registration is now closed
Thu, Mar 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Laurel - Large Meeting Room B
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. Space is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration is for interest only and not a guarantee of space. Please pick up a ticket on the day of
the program.
Registration is now closed
Thu, Mar 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Surratts-Clinton - Auditorium (150)
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.
Registration is now closed
Thu, Mar 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
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
Thu, Mar 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
Spauldings - Storytime Barn
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.
Registration is now closed
Thu, Mar 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
South Bowie - Large Meeting Room (213)
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.
Registration is now closed
Thu, Mar 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
Glenarden - Small 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.
Registration is now closed
Thu, Mar 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
Hillcrest Heights - Conference Room 1
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
Thu, Mar 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
Fairmount Heights - 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.
Registration is now closed
Thu, Mar 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Greenbelt - Auditorium
Get your body moving and have fun at the library! Sign up for an hour ride on one of our stationary bikes with great free apps from PGCMLS like Libby, Kanopy, and Freegal to enjoy while you work out.
Participants must be 16 or older, sign a waiver before beginning to ride, and be wearing loose-fitting clothing and closed-toed shoes.
Registration is now closed
Thu, Mar 05, 11:15am - 11:45am
Oxon Hill - Foundry
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.
Thu, Mar 05, 11:15am - 11:45am
Laurel - Large Meeting Room B
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. Space is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration is for interest only and not a guarantee of space. Please pick up a ticket on the day of the program.
Thu, Mar 05, 11:15am - 11:45am
Bowie
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.
Thu, Mar 05, 11:15am - 11:45am
Largo-Kettering - LK 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.
Thu, Mar 05, 1:00pm - 2:15pm
Virtual Branch - Intercultural Services
Are you learning 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 English. Registration is required, and details on how to connect virtually will be provided later.
Thu, Mar 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Accokeek - Large Meeting Room
Get your body moving and have fun at the library! Sign up for a ride on one of our stationary bikes with great free apps from PGCMLS, like Libby and Kanopy, to enjoy while you work out.
Participants must be 16 or older, sign a waiver before beginning to ride, and be wearing loose-fitting clothing and closed-toed shoes.
Thu, Mar 05, 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+
Thu, Mar 05, 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, Mar 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
In celebration of Women’s History Month, create your own thank you note(s) to some of the amazing women in your life! All supplies will be provided and light refreshments will be served.
Thu, Mar 05, 4:00pm - 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, Mar 05, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Bowie
Have tech questions? Bring them to the library! Student volunteers will help you with using technology for daily life, learning English online, job hunting, and exploring online resources. Registration is encouraged, with appointments available based on availability—first come, first served.
Thu, Mar 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Oxon Hill - Foundry
Have fun making art and crafts while learning new skills. Explore slime, soothing sounds, and hands-on sensory stations designed to relax and engage the senses in a calm, playful setting.
Thu, Mar 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Surratts-Clinton
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.
Thu, Mar 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Hyattsville - Meeting Room 2
Do you need to earn community service hours? Come make a difference in your community, gain friends from around the area, and make your voice heard in your public library! Ages 13 and up. Limited to the first 35 teens to arrive.
Thu, Mar 05, 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's selection of female authors, each child gets 10–15 minutes of one-on-one reading time with a furry friend.
Thu, Mar 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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, Mar 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Surratts-Clinton
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.