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Upcoming Events
Mon, Jul 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Large Meeting Room B
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, and signs that will help you to communicate with your baby long before speech is possible. Expectant parents, grandparents and other caregivers are welcome.
Mon, Jul 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Large Meeting Room B
Have fun exploring, crafting and creating with hands-on experiments and activities. Play with mini robots! Supplies are provided.
This event is full
Tue, Jul 22, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Large Meeting Room A (Dorothy Height Room)
The beautiful and enchanting Rainbow Lady teaches us about colors and all the diverse people
that make music throughout the world. She also sings about all the many characters in famous
operas that come from many backgrounds and cultures. Perfect for kids from PreK to 2nd grade.
Tue, Jul 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room 1
Join a lively discussion! Join a lively discussion! This month we are discussing, "The Child Finder: A Novel" by Rene Denfeld.
Wed, Jul 23, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
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.
Thu, Jul 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Large Meeting Room B
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Jul 24, 11:15am - 11:45am
Large Meeting Room B
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Jul 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Have fun coloring together to celebrate Summer Prince George's (SPG) ! Supplies are provided.
Fri, Jul 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
Conference Room 1
Have a cup of coffee and enjoy conversations focused on relevant and engaging topics. Light refreshments will be provided.
Sat, Jul 26, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Large Meeting Room B
Learn and play the strategic card game Magic: The Gathering! We’ll provide cards and teach the basics so newcomers can quickly get into the action. Bring your own cards if you have them, or just come and enjoy the game!
Sat, Jul 26, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Large Meeting Room A (Dorothy Height Room)
In this program, a certified Emotional Intelligence coach will guide you in creating therapeutic tabletop gardens. We’ll explore how emotional and mental well-being are connected to the natural healing power of plants, and how they can help with stress and emotional wellness. Join a community of people who are here to learn, share experiences, and grow together.
This event is full
Sat, Jul 26, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Large Meeting Room A (Dorothy Height Room)
In this program, a certified Emotional Intelligence coach will guide you in creating therapeutic tabletop gardens. We’ll explore how emotional and mental well-being are connected to the natural healing power of plants, and how they can help with stress and emotional wellness. Join a community of people who are here to learn, share experiences, and grow together.
Mon, Jul 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Large Meeting Room B
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, and signs that will help you to communicate with your baby long before speech is possible. Expectant parents, grandparents and other caregivers are welcome.
Tue, Jul 29, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Large Meeting Room B
An evening of crocheting and knitting. Bring your current projects and materials. All ages are welcome. Led by the Laurel Branch Library's Seventh Street Ravelutionaries crocheting and knitting group.
Wed, Jul 30, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Large Meeting Room A (Dorothy Height Room)
Sharks are not the fearsome eating machines we see in movies; they’re unique and intelligent animals with amazing survival skills that have kept them at the top of the ocean food chain since prehistoric times. In this fun and exciting presentation, the National Aquarium will introduce you to these fascinating creatures while busting some of the biggest shark myths!
Wed, Jul 30, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
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.
Thu, Jul 31, 10:30am - 11:00am
Large Meeting Room B
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Jul 31, 11:15am - 11:45am
Large Meeting Room B
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Fri, Aug 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
Play and socialize during outdoor water play at the library! Weather permitting.
Fri, Aug 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
Large Meeting Room A (Dorothy Height Room)
Stories, music, and activities for children ages 0–3 with and without special needs. Presented by PGCPS Infants and Toddlers Program for their early intervention students and up to 12 community families. Space is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration is for interest only and not a guarantee of space.
This event is full
Sat, Aug 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Large Meeting Room A (Dorothy Height Room)
Experience a relaxing and rejuvenating Chair Yoga and Movement class designed specifically for seniors. This class focuses on improving flexibility, balance, and overall well-being in a supportive environment. Led by a certified instructor, participants will engage in gentle movements and stretches while seated, making it perfect for all fitness levels.
Sat, Aug 02, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Large Meeting Room A (Dorothy Height Room)
In this session, you’ll dive into the basics of programming and how robots follow instructions. Partner up for the Human Robot Game where one person is the “robot” and the other guides them as the “programmer.” Later, solve puzzles using visual programming blocks to learn how code can solve real-world challenges.
Mon, Aug 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Large Meeting Room B
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Aug 04, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Large Meeting Room B
Create 3D printed shapes and models using Tinkercad, 3Doodlers, and more. Come create a keychain or create a free style of your own creation. Teens can earn community service hours.
Tue, Aug 05, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Large Meeting Room B
An evening of crocheting and knitting. Bring your current projects and materials. All ages are welcome. Led by the Laurel Branch Library's Seventh Street Ravelutionaries crocheting and knitting group.
Thu, Aug 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Large Meeting Room B
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Aug 07, 11:15am - 11:45am
Large Meeting Room B
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Aug 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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 10–15 minutes.
This event is full
Fri, Aug 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Conference Room 1
Have a cup of coffee and enjoy conversations focused on relevant and engaging topics. Light refreshments will be provided.
Sat, Aug 09, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Large Meeting Room A (Dorothy Height Room)
Explore the essential parts of a robot and how they work together. Get hands-on with real hardware by sorting parts and matching them to their functions in a relay-style challenge. Then, work in teams to build a simple mechanism, applying what you’ve learned.
Mon, Aug 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Large Meeting Room B
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Aug 11, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Large Meeting Room B
Learn and play board games and card games at the library! Bring one of your own or play one of ours! VR games will be available to play for teens 13 years and older. Teens can earn community service hours.
Tue, Aug 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Large Meeting Room B
Dive into the exciting world of chess in a fun and supportive environment! Master the basics, sharpen your strategic skills, and enjoy friendly matches with fellow players.
Thu, Aug 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Large Meeting Room B
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Aug 14, 11:15am - 11:45am
Large Meeting Room B
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Fri, Aug 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Play and socialize during outdoor water play at the library! Weather permitting.
Sat, Aug 16, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Large Meeting Room A (Dorothy Height Room)
Learn the Engineering Design Process and how it helps create real-world solutions. In this session, you’ll design and build a structure using materials like paper and popsicle sticks, then test how much weight it can hold. Finally, present your design and the steps you used to create it.
Mon, Aug 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Large Meeting Room B
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Aug 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Large Meeting Room B
Have fun exploring, crafting and creating with hands-on experiments and activities. Supplies are provided.
Tue, Aug 19, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Large Meeting Room B
An evening of crocheting and knitting. Bring your current projects and materials. All ages are welcome. Led by the Laurel Branch Library's Seventh Street Ravelutionaries crocheting and knitting group.
Wed, Aug 20, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Large Meeting Room A (Dorothy Height Room)
Join us for a timely discussion, moving beyond traditional notions of military might and foreign policy, as we dive into how investments in diplomacy, development aid, cultural exchange programs, and international partnerships contribute to U.S. national interests.
Thu, Aug 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Large Meeting Room B
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Aug 21, 11:15am - 11:45am
Large Meeting Room B
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Fri, Aug 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Conference Room 1
Have a cup of coffee and enjoy conversations focused on relevant and engaging topics. Light refreshments will be provided.
Sat, Aug 23, 11:00am - 11:30am
Play and socialize. Rain or shine, it will be a good time!
Sat, Aug 23, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Large Meeting Room A (Dorothy Height Room)
In this session, explore the basics of CAD and how it’s used to design robot parts. Work with Lego bricks to recreate 2D CAD drawings, then take part in a fun game of CAD Charades where you’ll describe and build 3D shapes. Get a sneak peek into the world of digital design!
Mon, Aug 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Large Meeting Room B
Bring your toddler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Tue, Aug 26, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room 1
Join a lively discussion! Join a lively discussion! This month we are discussing, "The Man Who Died Twice" by Richard Osman.
Thu, Aug 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Large Meeting Room B
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Thu, Aug 28, 11:15am - 11:45am
Large Meeting Room B
Bring your baby and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!