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Upcoming Events

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Thu, May 07, 9:00am - 12:00pm
6155 64th Ave Riverdale, MD, 20737 - Parkview Gardens Apartment Community Center
Learn how to use technology instead of letting technology use you! The Digital Learning Program for Afghan Communities is a 7-session initiative designed to help participants develop essential digital skills for daily life including online safety, managing finances, library and employment resources among other topics.

Thu, May 07, 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 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.

Thu, May 07, 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.

Thu, May 07, 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.

Thu, May 07, 10:15am - 10:45am
Largo-Kettering - LK Program 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.

Thu, May 07, 10:15am - 12:00pm
Hyattsville - Learning Lab
¿Quieres aprender a usar la computadora y navegar por Internet a través de la Universidad de Maryland? Únete a nosotros para recibir asistencia personalizada y mejorar tus habilidades tecnológicas en un ambiente amigable y acogedor. Curso de introducción a la Inteligencia Artificial. Se ofrecerá en español.

Thu, May 07, 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.

Thu, May 07, 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 limited to 15 babies. Please pick up a ticket on the day of the program.

Cancelled
Thu, May 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Surratts-Clinton
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, May 07, 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.

Thu, May 07, 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.

Thu, May 07, 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.

Thu, May 07, 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.

Thu, May 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Beltsville - Program Room
Enjoy a vibrant mix of stories, fingerplays, and songs in both Spanish and English! This interactive session invites little ones to explore language and culture in a fun, engaging way. Edades 3 a 5. Se presentarán cuentos, actividades de "fingerplay," y canciones en inglés y español.

Thu, May 07, 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.

Thu, May 07, 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.

Thu, May 07, 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.

Thu, May 07, 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.

Thu, May 07, 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.

Thu, May 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
Fairmount Heights - Large Meeting Room
Bring your preschooler for a fun-filled half-hour of stories, songs, and fingerplays the celebrate Asian Heritage! This engaging storytime nurtures a love for reading and sparks creativity, making it an unforgettable experience for little ones.

Thu, May 07, 11:15am - 11:45am
Largo-Kettering
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, May 07, 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, May 07, 11:15am - 11:45am
Oxon Hill
Bring your preschooler for a fun-filled half-hour of stories, songs, and fingerplays highlighting Asian authors! This engaging storytime nurtures a love for reading and sparks creativity, making it an unforgettable experience for little ones. We will meet in the Foundry.

Thu, May 07, 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 limited to 15 babies. Please pick up a ticket on the day of the program.

Thu, May 07, 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, May 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Bladensburg
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, May 07, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Oxon Hill - Small Meeting Room
New to using computers? Do you need a refresher? This beginner's course for adults will introduce you to some basic computer terminology and lead you through practice activities to help you develop your digital literacy skills. Most importantly, you will gain the confidence you need to make effective use of your computer.
Registration is now closed

Thu, May 07, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Bowie - Conference Room
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, May 07, 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, May 07, 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.

Rescheduled
Thu, May 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
New date Thursday, May 14, 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 Asian Heritage themed books. Each child gets 10–15 minutes of one-on-one reading time with a furry friend.

Cancelled
Thu, May 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Beltsville
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 stories about springtime flowers in May!