June 2024

Ready for adventure? We have hidden 6 secret caches around St. Mary's County. If you find all 6, you will receive a challenge coin!

Geocaching is an outdoor recreational activity, in which participants use a GPS receiver or mobile device and other navigational techniques to hide and seek containers, called geocaches or caches, at specific locations marked by coordinates all over the world.

To participate in the adventure, you will need to download the Geocaching app and create a free account. The app will show the approximate locations of geocaches in the area and track your progress on this adventure.

All caches—while hidden—are clearly marked with the name "SMCL Geocache Adventure 2024" in transparent, plastic containers. As a cache seeker, you must abide by any park hours and all other rules and regulations. Please do not trespass or damage public or private property.

For more information about Geocaching, please review this Geocaching tutorial.

To redeem your coin, visit Leonardtown Library. There is a limited supply of coins. One coin per household, on a first come, first served basis.

Thank you to PAXSpace Inc. for providing the challenge coins!

Don your finest regency inspired apparel and come celebrate the release of Bridgerton season three!

Enjoy tea and snacks while discussing the series. Make a craft, listen to music, and get excited about the newest season of of the show with fellow fans!

A book discussion series for veterans led by Vietnam veteran Wayne Karlin. Registration required; space is limited. For more information contact Kimberlé Fields at 301-863-8188 or kfields@stmalib.org.

Join the Mobile Library for an all-ages storytime in the park followed by bubbles, music, and more! The Mobile Library will be open for library services as well.

This activity will take place outdoors on the following Mondays from 9:30 - 11 a.m. Participants should bring blankets or chairs for comfort. Please register once per family group for a reminder e-mail or inclement weather notice. Walk-ins are welcome! 

June 3: John Baggett Park, 26929 Three Notch Rd., Mechanicsville, MD 20659

June 10: Lancaster Park, 21550 Willows Rd., Lexington Park, MD 20653

June 17: Cecil Park, 19241 St. George's Church Rd., Valley Lee, MD 20692

June 24: Seventh District Park, 23035 Colton Point Rd., Bushwood, MD 20618

July 1: Judge P. H. Dorsey Park, 24275 Hollywood Rd., Leonardtown, MD 20650

July 8: Chancellor's Run Regional Park, 21905 Chancellor's Run Rd., Great Mills, MD 20634 

July 15: Cardinal Gibbons Park, 16924 St. Peter Claver Rd., St. Inigoes, MD 20684

July 22: Nicolet Park, 21770 FDR Blvd., Lexington Park, MD 20653

August 5: Chaptico Park, 2660 Budd's Creek Rd., Mechanicsville, MD 20659

August 12: Lancaster Park, 21550 Willows Rd., Lexington Park, MD 20653

August 19: Chancellor's Run Regional Park, 21905 Chancellor's Run Rd., Great Mills, MD 20634

SMCDAHS will be providing community members information regarding programs and services available to the county's senior residents, as well as other segments of the population in need.

They will provide information about home and community-based services such as: home delivered and congregate meals, in-home services, ombudsman services, caregiver support, Senior Information & Assistance (I&A), social and recreational programs, health promotion, community outreach, and volunteer opportunities.

All things trucks! Zoom your truck through paint and watch the tracks you leave behind!

Come to the library and make collaborative process art using trucks as our tools. Additional construction themed activities will be available and ready to build. You never know what will happen at a construction site, so dress like it might get messy!

This event is intended for individuals with toddler and pre-k abilities and interests. 

Register to receive email reminders, walk-ins welcome.

Our friends from SPICE Studio will teach a stroller fitness class, followed by a storytime presented by the library!

SPICE Studio will provide a 30-min workout incorporating power walking, jogging, and/or running with functional interval training to help you build endurance, strength, and core. Caregivers are led through movements that train their bodies for mom (or dad, or other caregiver) life. Suitable for all levels of fitness, no matter where you are in your fitness journey. Babies are there with you the entire time and entertained with whatever it takes to help you get in your workout for the day.

Q: What do I need to bring?
A: Your stroller, your little(s), a yoga mat for core work, water for you and your baby, a towel if you get sweaty. Sunscreen, bug spray, and hats are also recommended.

Q: What should I wear? What should my baby wear?
A: Dress in athletic attire and running shoes. Also dress for the weather and in layers that you can remove as the workout progresses. Please also dress your baby for the weather – blankets, hats, etc.

Q: Do I need a jogging stroller?
A: Jogging strollers are not required. Most walking, jogging, or running will be on sidewalks or roads. Make sure your stroller is sturdy and also has a working brake as strollers will be parked at stations.

Q: What time should I arrive?
A: Try to arrive a few minutes before class begins to give you time to set up your stroller and get your baby settled. Warm-up will begin right at 9:30am.

Q: Can my child get out of the stroller and walk with me?
A: For safety reasons, all babies and children must be buckled into their strollers from warm-up to cool down. This also allows YOU to focus on your workout. While some kiddos may fuss and cry at first, we promise they will adjust and we are there to help you every step of the way with whatever it takes to keep them entertained to allow you to focus on you.

Q: What if it rains or if the weather is inclement?
A: Depending on the level of the rain at class-time, we will have an indoor option available.

The St. Mary's Health Department Outreach Team will be in the lobby of the Charlotte Hall Library to provide resources and information - Fun promotional items too!

The St. Mary's Health Department will be providing community members with a variety of health department resources for programs, such as information about our tobacco cessation programs, as well as our free colon cancer screenings, colonoscopies, and mammograms programs, health insurance/medicaid information, and information about our asthma programs and so much more. We will also provide community members with COVID-19 resources and will also offer on site registration for COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters for anyone who is interested/eligible. Fun promotional items will be provided, too!

The St. Mary's Health Department Outreach Team will be in the lobby of the Charlotte Hall Library to provide resources and information - Fun promotional items too!

The St. Mary's Health Department will be providing community members with a variety of health department resources for programs, such as information about our tobacco cessation programs, as well as our free colon cancer screenings, colonoscopies, and mammograms programs, health insurance/medicaid information, and information about our asthma programs and so much more. We will also provide community members with COVID-19 resources and will also offer on site registration for COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters for anyone who is interested/eligible. Fun promotional items will be provided, too!

Library services on the Mobile Library include Wi-Fi access, library card services, crafts to go, and materials for checkout!

While the Mobile Library collection is unavailable for holds, staff are able to assist with requests for books and materials from other Library locations. The Mobile Library can accept returns from any location, and materials checked out from the vehicle may be returned to any location.

29655 Charlotte Hall Rd., Charlotte Hall, MD 20622

Do you like anime or manga?

Join us for this month’s anime club meeting. We will watch the first episode of three different shows, then have a brief discussion after. Refreshments will be provided.
This month's shows:

• Mushi-shi
• Natsume's Book of Friends: The Waking Rock and the Strange Visitor
• Kamisama Kiss

Ages 16+; under 16 permitted with parent or guardian.

Come say hello to a Master Gardener. Bring your gardening, lawn, plants and insect questions to the for the start of the new growing season.

The Master Gardeners will visit the Charlotte Hall Lobby every first and third Wednesday, April through October. 

The Master Gardener program is part of the UMD Extension program providing information, education, and resources to the public on gardening, lawn care, native plants, trees and shrubs, and all things yard and garden. Come out to the library and join us!

Library services on the Mobile Library include Wi-Fi access, library card services, crafts to go, and materials for checkout!

While the Mobile Library collection is unavailable for holds, staff are able to assist with requests for books and materials from other Library locations. The Mobile Library can accept returns from any location, and materials checked out from the vehicle may be returned to any location.

20331 Point Lookout Rd., Great Mills, MD 20634

Library services on the Mobile Library include Wi-Fi access, library card services, crafts to go, and materials for checkout!

While the Mobile Library collection is unavailable for holds, staff are able to assist with requests for books and materials from other Library locations. The Mobile Library can accept returns from any location, and materials checked out from the vehicle may be returned to any location.

21202 Winding Way, Lexington Park, MD 20653

Community Programs and Outreach staff will be in the Charlotte Hall Library each month.

SMCDAHS will be providing community members information regarding programs and services available to the county's senior residents, as well as other segments of the population in need.

They will provide information about home and community-based services such as: home delivered and congregate meals, in-home services, ombudsman services, caregiver support, Senior Information & Assistance (I&A), social and recreational programs, health promotion, community outreach, and volunteer opportunities.

The St. Mary’s County Circuit Court offers a free Family Law Self Help Legal Clinic to provide legal assistance/advice regarding family law.

Come for a one-on-one session with an attorney to discuss matters such as custody, visitation, divorce, child support, name change, guardianship, and domestic violence.

First Come First Serve. No appointments - walk-ins only.

Contact Person: Claire Langeluttig, Family Services Coordinator

Email: claire.langeluttig@mdcourts.gov
Phone: 301-475-4200 ext 4110

NOTE: Dates are subject to change without prior notice. Please contact Claire Langeluttig to confirm dates. We recommend getting to the library by 5:30pm to sign in. Please note that the attorney must leave by 7:30pm

This interactive workshop will introduce the ethical uses of Chat GPT and Perplexity along with the ways they can be utilized in everyday life.

This class will be taught by Maria Barga, University of Maryland Extension Tech Educator.

Job seekers can stop by to get job counseling and resume help,search for jobs, and get registered with the Maryland Workforce Exchange.

Visit the St. Mary's County Health Department in the Leonardtown Lobby to get free information. Fun promotional items will be provided, too!

Information will be provided about tobacco cessation programs, free colon cancer screenings, colonoscopies, and mammograms programs, health insurance/Medicaid information, and information about asthma programs and so much more. We will also provide community members with COVID-19 resources and will also offer on-site registration for COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters for anyone who is interested/eligible. 

Learn how to best support your family on a budget!

Pack a lunch and join Dr. Troy Anthony Anderson, financial wellness expert, as he reviews decisions and resources related to managing a household on a low income. We will explore the costs and benefits of DIY, and attendees will have the opportunity to evaluate the effects of their value clarification. We will also discuss the cost and benefits of the art of choosing. This interactive workshop is packed with practical, family-oriented exercises that will help you be the master of your own financial wellness.

The Lunch & Learn series is a hybrid event. If you are planning to attend virtually, be sure to register for the event to receive a link to the online session. In-person walk-ins welcome. All registrants will receive a Zoom link the day before the session.

Community health advocates will be in the lobby to talk about health and wellness services through the hospital.

Learn about ways that AccessHealth can help with overcoming barriers such as transportation, housing, food insecurity, insurance, benefit applications, and more!

Teens and tweens are invited to come vibe with us for weekly-themed hangouts! Games, art, music and more in store.

No registration required! Stay a little or awhile. Snacks, activities, and good vibes provided. 

Tween session (Ages 8-12): 3-4 PM

Teen session (Ages 13-18): 4-5 PM 

Week 1: DIY Project

Week 2: Games

Week 3: Anime

Week 4: Cozy Reading/Homework Club

Come learn more about the library's Cricut Maker and practice cutting paper to create an LED lantern to take home!

This introductory, in-person class will cover how to use the Cricut Maker 3, an electronic die-cutting machine, to make clean and precise cuts on paper that will then be turned into paper lanterns with an LED light. Class designs will feature Juneteenth, 4th of July, and Summer themes. Participants will also learn the basics of Cricut Design Space, the software used to create endlessly customizable designs. No experience necessary, all materials provided.

After learning the basics, you'll be able to return to the Leonardtown Library Makerspace during open hours to use the Cricut on your own to create whatever you can imagine! Visit the Makerspace website to see open hours and learn about all it has to offer! 

Join us every month to Practice your English speaking skills in a group. This is a fun, casual atmosphere to practice and improve your English. Speakers of all levels are welcome.

There will be a new topic for every meeting. 

This meeting will be held virtually via Zoom every month. Please check calendar to register for zoom link.

Writing can be a lonely hobby, so why not attend the writing club to connect with other writers your age? Join us for our bi-monthly writing club, intended for teens!

During the club meetings, you'll be able to share your writing, meet new writers, learn about new genres, and have your writing critiqued by your peers! The club will be held virtually every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month.

Visit with the Department of Aging and Human Services at the Leonardtown Lobby to learn about their programs and services for senior residents and other residents in need.

Department representatives will provide information about programs such as: Home Delivered Meals, congregate meals, in-home services, ombudsman services, caregiver support, Senior Rides, social and recreational programs, health promotion, community outreach, volunteer opportunities for older adults, and much more!

For more information about the Department of Aging & Human Services, visit https://www.stmaryscountymd.gov/aging/.

Join the Mobile Library for a special Business StoryWalk® celebrating our incredible First Responders!

Begin your journey by grabbing a walking guide from the Mobile Library located in LTown Alley. Explore local businesses each hosting a page of our inspiring story, Hooray for Heroes by Mike Austin. As you stroll, immerse yourself in tales of courage, resilience, and community spirit, honoring the brave men and women who keep our county safe. We look forward to seeing you at this fun-filled First Friday!

The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT, and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library. Storywalk® is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson.

Drawing inspiration from the Library's native garden, artist Parran Collery, of Eartha Handmade Tile will lead participants through the process of making their own relief sculpted tile.

This is an all-day workshop for ages 14 and up and beginners are welcome. The program will be from 9:30-3:00, with a break for participants to lunch on their own. The final tiles will be ready for pickup approximately 2 weeks after the program.

Participants will spend some time in the Library’s native plant garden sketching and then use those drawings as inspiration for their tile design. Parran will guide everyone through the steps of creating a drawing, cutting shapes in clay, assembling the tile, and adding color. 

Parran has created mosaic art in public settings throughout Southern Maryland. She's currently working on a series of mosaic sculptural panels for our Native Plants Garden, slated for installation in the Fall. Her current work, including this program, is made possible by grant funding from the Maryland State Arts Council.

This workshop is an opportunity to follow along in her tile making process, spend time observing local nature, and get your hands in clay!

Visit the Eartha Handmade Tile website!

Free R.A.D. Self Defense Program for Women & Girls (ages 13-80 yrs. old). Taught by Darlene Gentry. Co-sponsored by Lexington Park Baptist Church.

Meets 2 consecutive days:

Saturday, June 8th 10:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.
Sunday, June 9th  1:30 p.m.- 4:30 p.m.  
 

Women and Teens invite your friends to come learn some new skills and proactive strategies to help protect yourself and others! The class is fun, energetic, and interactive. Class includes 9 hours of instruction & practice, a training manual, and light refreshments.

About the Instructor:

Darlene Gentry has over thirty years’ experience in martial arts, women’s self-defense, and self-defense education for the public. She teaches self-defense part-time at St. Mary’s College of Maryland and has instructed women's self-defense courses in many different venues. Darlene also regularly teaches R.A.D. courses for free at Lexington Park Baptist Church.

Parental consent required for participants ages 13-17.

Registrants e-mail addresses will be shared with the course instructor. 

She will provide participants with the registration forms and details about the class like: what clothes to wear, how strenuous the activities are, etc.

For more information on RAD programs, visit The R.A.D. Systems of Self Defense 

Any R.A.D. graduate from any class in the U.S. and Canada can attend another instructor’s class for practice free of charge for the rest of her life!

¿Te gustaría aprender a usar una computadora?

Comenzaremos aprendiendo los nombres de las diferentes partes de una computadora (como un ratón, teclado o monitor), qué hacen y nos tomaremos tiempo para practicar su uso.

No se necesitan conocimientos de la computadora para esta clase.

Regístrese para reservar su lugar y recibir un correo electrónico de recordatorio. Se admiten visitas sin cita previa según lo permita el espacio.

Free R.A.D. Self Defense Program for Women & Girls (ages 13-80 yrs. old). Taught by Darlene Gentry. Co-sponsored by Lexington Park Baptist Church.

Meets 2 consecutive days:

Saturday, June 8th 10:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.
Sunday, June 9th  1:30 p.m.- 4:30 p.m.  
 

Women and Teens invite your friends to come learn some new skills and proactive strategies to help protect yourself and others! The class is fun, energetic, and interactive. Class includes 9 hours of instruction & practice, a training manual, and light refreshments.

About the Instructor:

Darlene Gentry has over thirty years’ experience in martial arts, women’s self-defense, and self-defense education for the public. She teaches self-defense part-time at St. Mary’s College of Maryland and has instructed women's self-defense courses in many different venues. Darlene also regularly teaches R.A.D. courses for free at Lexington Park Baptist Church.

Parental consent required for participants ages 13-17.

Registrants e-mail addresses will be shared with the course instructor. 

She will provide participants with the registration forms and details about the class like: what clothes to wear, how strenuous the activities are, etc.

For more information on RAD programs, visit The R.A.D. Systems of Self Defense 

Any R.A.D. graduate from any class in the U.S. and Canada can attend another instructor’s class for practice free of charge for the rest of her life!

Have you ever heard of Book of the Month? What about OwlCrate?

The Lit Kit is just like those boxes - except it's FREE! The Lit Kit is a free customized box for teens ages 14-17 filled with 3-4 goodies AND up to 2 YA library books that we'll choose for you (please note: the library books must be returned). Registration begins on the 1st of the month and will close on the 8th of the month, or when registration reaches the maximum amount of registrations. On the 10th of the month, The Lit Kit will be available to be picked up at the Library location of your choosing. This can be picked up inside of the branch, or via curbside appointment.

Join the Mobile Library for an all-ages storytime in the park followed by bubbles, music, and more! The Mobile Library will be open for library services as well.

This activity will take place outdoors on the following Mondays from 9:30 - 11 a.m. Participants should bring blankets or chairs for comfort. Please register once per family group for a reminder e-mail or inclement weather notice. Walk-ins are welcome! 

June 3: John Baggett Park, 26929 Three Notch Rd., Mechanicsville, MD 20659

June 10: Lancaster Park, 21550 Willows Rd., Lexington Park, MD 20653

June 17: Cecil Park, 19241 St. George's Church Rd., Valley Lee, MD 20692

June 24: Seventh District Park, 23035 Colton Point Rd., Bushwood, MD 20618

July 1: Judge P. H. Dorsey Park, 24275 Hollywood Rd., Leonardtown, MD 20650

July 8: Chancellor's Run Regional Park, 21905 Chancellor's Run Rd., Great Mills, MD 20634 

July 15: Cardinal Gibbons Park, 16924 St. Peter Claver Rd., St. Inigoes, MD 20684

July 22: Nicolet Park, 21770 FDR Blvd., Lexington Park, MD 20653

August 5: Chaptico Park, 2660 Budd's Creek Rd., Mechanicsville, MD 20659

August 12: Lancaster Park, 21550 Willows Rd., Lexington Park, MD 20653

August 19: Chancellor's Run Regional Park, 21905 Chancellor's Run Rd., Great Mills, MD 20634

Join us to Practice your English speaking skills in a group. This is a fun, casual atmosphere to practice and improve your English. Speakers of all levels are welcome.

There will be a new topic for every meeting. Activities will be provided for accompanying children.

This meeting will be held once a month. Please see calendar for dates.

Registration is Recommended. Walk-ins welcome as space allows.

Do you enjoy arts and crafts? Do you enjoy games? Do you want to make new friends? Connect and Converse might just be the event for you!

Join us at the Charlotte Hall Library for an opportunity to connect and converse with others. During this monthly program, we will gather in the meeting room to either create artwork or play a game.

For the month of June, our art activity will be watercolor art. Our game will be Connect Four.

This event is intended for adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities as well as their friends, family, and caregivers. Connect and Converse usually meets on the second Monday of the month.

Please register with an email address to receive a reminder email about this event. Walk-ins are welcome.

Free, nutritious lunches for kids 0-18 and their accompanying adults. Lunches must be eaten on-site; no carry-outs.

Lunches are provided by the Judy Center Early Learning Hub and St. Mary's County Public Schools through the USDA Summer Meals program, with additional support from the St. Mary's County Department of Social Services.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Esta institución es un proveedor que brinda igualdad de oportunidades.

Register with an email address to receive the link to a trivia game and test your knowledge! The game is multiple choice questions and speed matters!

Registration for each week ends at 5 p.m. on Mondays. After 5 p.m., registrants will be emailed a link to that week's trivia. You will have until Thursday at 5 p.m. to complete the game, then you'll receive an email with the full results. Trivia uses Kahoot, accessible through any internet browser, no account needed.

Job seekers can stop by to get job counseling and resume help,search for jobs, and get registered with the Maryland Workforce Exchange.

Free, nutritious lunches for kids 0-18 and their accompanying adults. Lunches must be eaten on-site; no carry-outs.

Lunches are provided by the Judy Center Early Learning Hub and St. Mary's County Public Schools through the USDA Summer Meals program, with additional support from the St. Mary's County Department of Social Services.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Esta institución es un proveedor que brinda igualdad de oportunidades.

Have you ever wanted something 3D printed at the library, but weren't sure how? Now is your chance to learn!

This introductory course will cover the basics of how a 3D printer works and how to use PrusaSlicer software. Learn how to find ready-to-print files online and submit them to the Library for printing. No prior experience is needed. This is an in-person class held in the Computer Lab Makerspace.

Library services on the Mobile Library include Wi-Fi access, library card services, crafts to go, and materials for checkout!

While the Mobile Library collection is unavailable for holds, staff are able to assist with requests for books and materials from other Library locations. The Mobile Library can accept returns from any location, and materials checked out from the vehicle may be returned to any location.

Maritime Building
44720 Lighthouse Rd., Piney Point, MD 20674

Whether you have been stitching for years, or you just want to learn, join fellow crafters who love all things fabric and fiber.

Open to knitters, crocheters, quilters, embroiderers, cross-stitchers, and any other kind of needleworkers. Bring your current project, mingle with like-minded makers, and swap patterns, ideas, or tips. Basic supplies available, if needed. All skill levels welcome.

Registration is recommended.

St. Mary’s County Library makes every effort to make events and programs accessible and inclusive. More information about how we do this is provided on our website’s Event Accessibility page.

Have you ever heard of Book of the Month or Stitch Fix? This is a subscription box like those, but for the library!

Similar to our teen Lit Kit program, the Adult Lit Kit is a customized, packaged surprise for any adult (18+) who loves to read that comes with a handful of goodies and up surprise Adult Library books that we will choose for you. When you are finished with the books, just return them to the nearest library and keep everything else!

Fill out the registration and interest form between the 1st and 8th of the month (or until all registration spots are full). Please answer honestly in order to help our staff select a book that suits your literary tastes. You will then be notified on the 12th of the month that your Adult Lit Kit package is ready for pickup at the Leonardtown Library.

Looking for the Teen Lit Kit? Please click here.

Library services on the Mobile Library include Wi-Fi access, library card services, crafts to go, and materials for checkout!

While the Mobile Library collection is unavailable for holds, staff are able to assist with requests for books and materials from other Library locations. The Mobile Library can accept returns from any location, and materials checked out from the vehicle may be returned to any location.

24400 Mervell Dean Rd, Hollywood, MD 20636

Library services on the Mobile Library include Wi-Fi access, library card services, crafts to go, and materials for checkout!

While the Mobile Library collection is unavailable for holds, staff are able to assist with requests for books and materials from other Library locations. The Mobile Library can accept returns from any location, and materials checked out from the vehicle may be returned to any location.

23154 Wetstone Ln., California, MD 20619

Free, nutritious lunches for kids 0-18 and their accompanying adults. Lunches must be eaten on-site; no carry-outs.

Lunches are provided by the Judy Center Early Learning Hub and St. Mary's County Public Schools through the USDA Summer Meals program, with additional support from the St. Mary's County Department of Social Services.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Esta institución es un proveedor que brinda igualdad de oportunidades.

Come say hello to a Master Gardener. Bring your gardening, lawn, plants and insect questions to the for the start of the new growing season.

The Master Gardeners will visit the Lexington Park Lobby every second and fourth Wednesday, April through October. 

The Master Gardener program is part of the UMD Extension program providing information, education, and resources to the public on gardening, lawn care, native plants, trees and shrubs, and all things yard and garden. Come out to the library and join us!

The St. Mary’s County Circuit Court offers a free Family Law Self Help Legal Clinic to provide legal assistance/advice regarding family law.

Come for a one-on-one session with an attorney to discuss matters such as custody, visitation, divorce, child support, name change, guardianship, and domestic violence.

First Come First Serve. No appointments - walk-ins only.

Contact Person: Claire Langeluttig, Family Services Coordinator

Email: claire.langeluttig@mdcourts.gov
Phone: 301-475-4200 ext 4110

NOTE: Dates are subject to change without prior notice. Please contact Claire Langeluttig to confirm dates. We recommend getting to the library by 5:30pm to sign in. Please note that the attorney must leave by 7:30pm

Library services on the Mobile Library include Wi-Fi access, library card services, crafts to go, and materials for checkout!

While the Mobile Library collection is unavailable for holds, staff are able to assist with requests for books and materials from other Library locations. The Mobile Library can accept returns from any location, and materials checked out from the vehicle may be returned to any location.

21905 Chancellors Run Rd., Great Mills, MD 20634

Free, nutritious lunches for kids 0-18 and their accompanying adults. Lunches must be eaten on-site; no carry-outs.

Lunches are provided by the Judy Center Early Learning Hub and St. Mary's County Public Schools through the USDA Summer Meals program, with additional support from the St. Mary's County Department of Social Services.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Esta institución es un proveedor que brinda igualdad de oportunidades.

Library services on the Mobile Library include Wi-Fi access, library card services, crafts to go, and materials for checkout!

While the Mobile Library collection is unavailable for holds, staff are able to assist with requests for books and materials from other Library locations. The Mobile Library can accept returns from any location, and materials checked out from the vehicle may be returned to any location.

22611 Franklin Delano Roosevelt Blvd., Lexington Park, MD 20653

School's over, summer's here, let's start it off with a bang! Tell us what YOU think about the library, check out cool activities including games, anime, crafts, and of course PIZZA!

Library leaders will be on hand to talk about how to make summer a success for you at the library, as well as our upcoming teen events. 

Event is intended for attendees 13-17.

Administración del Seguro Social provee protección para los trabajadores y sus familias.

 El programa provee ingreso mensual a las personas mayores de edad, los trabajadores que sufren de una incapacidad, niños con incapacidades y las familias en las que fallece un cónyuge o padre.

En este foro abierto, los residentes de la comunidad tendrán la oportunidad de hacer preguntas sobre los beneficios del Seguro Social.

Presentado por Diana Varela, Especialista en Relaciones Publicas, Administración del Seguro Social.  Preguntas y respuestas después de la presentación.  Este evento no será grabado. 

The Social Security Administration provides protection for workers and their families.

Programs provide monthly income to seniors, workers with a disability, children with disabilities, and families in which a spouse or parent has died.

In this open forum, community residents will have the opportunity to ask questions about Social Security benefits.

Presentation by Diana Varela, Public Affairs Specialist for the Social Security Administration followed by Q&A. This event will not be recorded.

You will be directed to the Prince George's County library website when registering.

Join Barb Whipkey, owner of Wild Birds Unlimited in Lexington Park and LaPlata, to find out how to maximize your yard's bird feeding potential!

Find out what the 12 elements are to having a thoughtful and successful bird sanctuary for you to enjoy in your own backyard. The presentation will be followed by question and answers so you can have your specific questions answered!

Register with an email address to receive a link to join the online event. You'll receive the Zoom link a day or two before the program.

Each month we will discuss a different fantasy or science fiction novel. All titles will be available on Hoopla. June's book is The Parable of the Sower by Octavia Butler

Listen on Hoopla 

Find it in our catalog

Join musician Mr. Jon and his puppet friend George the Monkey for a high-energy family concert, and come ready to DANCE!

This event takes place at Mechanicsville Elementary School, in the gym. Most seating will be on the floor- feel free to bring a blanket! Summer Performing Arts events are supported in part by a grant from the St. Mary's County Arts Council.

Free, nutritious lunches for kids 0-18 and their accompanying adults. Lunches must be eaten on-site; no carry-outs.

Lunches are provided by the Judy Center Early Learning Hub and St. Mary's County Public Schools through the USDA Summer Meals program, with additional support from the St. Mary's County Department of Social Services.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Esta institución es un proveedor que brinda igualdad de oportunidades.

This program is CANCELLED.

If you would like to contact Maryland Legal Aid, you can also fill out their online intake form to begin the process of working with a lawyer. 

Southern Maryland Legal Aid contact info:
Local Phone Number: (301) 932-6661
Toll Free Phone Number: (877) 310-1810
Toll Free Telephone Intake: (888) 465-2468
Fax: (301) 274-4172

Lawyer in the Library provides FREE civil legal services on a variety of topics.

Appointments with members of Maryland Legal Aid will be one-on-one and will be on a first come first served basis.

Free for seniors and those with qualifying income

Lawyer in the Library provides free legal advice and services on topics such as:

• Fighting unlawful evictions
• Advocating for improvement of substandard housing
• Acquiring needed health care
• Obtaining disability and other income assistance
• Maintaining custody of their children and obtaining, preserving, or increasing child support
• Preventing foreclosures or mitigating their effects
• Recovering unpaid wages
• Remedying fraudulent sales practices and predatory contracts
• Restoring utilities
• Dealing with debts and debt collectors
• Resolving subsidized housing problems
• Obtaining unemployment benefits
• Gaining protection against domestic violence
• Securing educational services
• Expunging criminal records to remove barriers to obtaining housing, employment and child custody

Join musician Mr. Jon and his puppet friend George the Monkey for a high-energy family concert, and come ready to DANCE!

Most seating will be on the floor- feel free to bring a blanket! Space may be limited and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Summer Performing Arts events are supported in part by a grant from the St. Mary's County Arts Council.

Join musician Mr. Jon and his puppet friend George the Monkey for a high-energy family concert, and come ready to DANCE!

Most seating will be on the floor- feel free to bring a blanket! Space may be limited and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Summer Performing Arts events are supported in part by a grant from the St. Mary's County Arts Council.

Join musician Mr. Jon and his puppet friend George the Monkey for a low-stress family concert designed especially for kids with sensory sensitivities.

We'll have lower lights and lower volume, several sensory-friendly seating options, a small crowd, and a zero-judgement zone for friends with special sensory needs. Please register each member of your group (adults and kids), so we can keep the audience size small.

Summer Performing Arts events are supported in part by a grant from the St. Mary's County Arts Council.

Join the Mobile Library for an all-ages storytime in the park followed by bubbles, music, and more! The Mobile Library will be open for library services as well.

This activity will take place outdoors on the following Mondays from 9:30 - 11 a.m. Participants should bring blankets or chairs for comfort. Please register once per family group for a reminder e-mail or inclement weather notice. Walk-ins are welcome! 

June 3: John Baggett Park, 26929 Three Notch Rd., Mechanicsville, MD 20659

June 10: Lancaster Park, 21550 Willows Rd., Lexington Park, MD 20653

June 17: Cecil Park, 19241 St. George's Church Rd., Valley Lee, MD 20692

June 24: Seventh District Park, 23035 Colton Point Rd., Bushwood, MD 20618

July 1: Judge P. H. Dorsey Park, 24275 Hollywood Rd., Leonardtown, MD 20650

July 8: Chancellor's Run Regional Park, 21905 Chancellor's Run Rd., Great Mills, MD 20634 

July 15: Cardinal Gibbons Park, 16924 St. Peter Claver Rd., St. Inigoes, MD 20684

July 22: Nicolet Park, 21770 FDR Blvd., Lexington Park, MD 20653

August 5: Chaptico Park, 2660 Budd's Creek Rd., Mechanicsville, MD 20659

August 12: Lancaster Park, 21550 Willows Rd., Lexington Park, MD 20653

August 19: Chancellor's Run Regional Park, 21905 Chancellor's Run Rd., Great Mills, MD 20634

Free, nutritious lunches for kids 0-18 and their accompanying adults. Lunches must be eaten on-site; no carry-outs.

Lunches are provided by the Judy Center Early Learning Hub and St. Mary's County Public Schools through the USDA Summer Meals program, with additional support from the St. Mary's County Department of Social Services.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Esta institución es un proveedor que brinda igualdad de oportunidades.

SMCDAHS will be providing community members information regarding programs and services available to the county's senior residents, as well as other segments of the population in need.

They will provide information about home and community-based services such as: home delivered and congregate meals, in-home services, ombudsman services, caregiver support, Senior Information & Assistance (I&A), social and recreational programs, health promotion, community outreach, and volunteer opportunities.

It's time to party like it's the Year of the Dragon (because it is!). Celebrate the rich heritage of Asia's many cultures with cultural crafts, activities, and a dragon boat race of our own!

Row down to Lexington Park Library for an evening inspired by the Dragon Boat Festival and other cultural heritage traditions across Asia's continent and islands! Register with your email address to RSVP to this roaring good time! Click on "add more people" button to bring special guests!

Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.

Please note: Storytime space is limited. Each storytime will be filled to capacity on a first-come, first served basis. We have increased the number of weekly storytimes to meet the needs of our community.

Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.

Please note: Storytime space is limited. Each storytime will be filled to capacity on a first-come, first served basis. We have increased the number of weekly storytimes to meet the needs of our community.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

SMCHD will be providing community members with a variety of health department resources for programs.

They will provide information about tobacco cessation programs, as well as free colon cancer screenings, colonoscopies, and mammograms programs, health insurance/medicaid information, and information about asthma programs and so much more. They will also provide community members with COVID-19 resources and will also offer onsite registration for COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters for anyone who is interested/eligible.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Free, nutritious lunches for kids 0-18 and their accompanying adults. Lunches must be eaten on-site; no carry-outs.

Lunches are provided by the Judy Center Early Learning Hub and St. Mary's County Public Schools through the USDA Summer Meals program, with additional support from the St. Mary's County Department of Social Services.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Esta institución es un proveedor que brinda igualdad de oportunidades.

We supply the “bricks,” you bring the imagination! Come and build something amazing with our thousands of LEGO and Duplo pieces. This is a drop-in style program with no registration required.

Join us for learning-based crafts, games, and activities as we play our way to developing valuable school readiness skills such as fine motor control, following directions, and group participation.

Activities are designed with preschoolers in mind and vary week to week. No registration required. 

Merideth Taylor’s book "Making a Way Out of No Way: Lives of Labor, Love, and Resistance" is a richly imagined, illustrated narrative of 150 years of life in slavery on tobacco plantations in SOMD.

The photographs and stories grew out of Taylor’s quest to understand how people who were subjected to a system that made every attempt to brutalize and dehumanize them were able not only to survive but to build families and meaningful lives.

Join Merideth Taylor, author and photographer, as she shares images and stories from the book and talks about what inspired her to take on this project.

Register to receive a reminder email. Walk-ins welcome.

The Library is closed in observance of Juneteenth.

Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.

Please note: Storytime space is limited. Each storytime will be filled to capacity on a first-come, first served basis. We have increased the number of weekly storytimes to meet the needs of our community.

Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.

Please note: Storytime space is limited. Each storytime will be filled to capacity on a first-come, first served basis. We have increased the number of weekly storytimes to meet the needs of our community.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.

Please note: Storytime space is limited. Each storytime will be filled to capacity on a first-come, first served basis. We have increased the number of weekly storytimes to meet the needs of our community.

Visit the St. Mary's County Health Department in the Leonardtown Lobby to get free information. Fun promotional items will be provided, too!

Information will be provided about tobacco cessation programs, free colon cancer screenings, colonoscopies, and mammograms programs, health insurance/Medicaid information, and information about asthma programs and so much more. We will also provide community members with COVID-19 resources and will also offer on-site registration for COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters for anyone who is interested/eligible. 

This workshop will cover the basics on what you need to know when attending virtual meetings using Zoom.

This class will be taught by Maria Barga, University of Maryland Extension Tech Educator.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Please note: Storytime space is limited. Each storytime will be filled to capacity on a first-come, first served basis. We have increased the number of weekly storytimes to meet the needs of our community.

Free, nutritious lunches for kids 0-18 and their accompanying adults. Lunches must be eaten on-site; no carry-outs.

Lunches are provided by the Judy Center Early Learning Hub and St. Mary's County Public Schools through the USDA Summer Meals program, with additional support from the St. Mary's County Department of Social Services.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Esta institución es un proveedor que brinda igualdad de oportunidades.

Teens and tweens are invited to come vibe with us for weekly-themed hangouts! Games, art, music and more in store.

No registration required! Stay a little or awhile. Snacks, activities, and good vibes provided. 

Tween session (Ages 8-12): 3-4 PM

Teen session (Ages 13-18): 4-5 PM 

Week 1: DIY Project

Week 2: Games

Week 3: Anime

Week 4: Cozy Reading/Homework Club

Join us to discuss a different cozy mystery on the 3rd Thursday of each month at the Leonardtown Library. Be ready to talk about a genre that puts us all at ease while keeping us on our toes.

As we do every 3 months, this meeting will be BYOB - Bring Your Own Book!

Come ready to talk about a cozy mystery that you have been reading recently, a go-to favorite/recommendation, or one that you’re excited to read this year! It can be any cozy book, series, or author that you enjoy. Just come prepared to share and get some good recommendations from your peers. Something you suggest may even be selected for a future book club meeting! A list of all the books that we discuss will be sent out after the meeting.

Looking for possible books to read and bring to discuss? Try searching for cozy mysteries in our catalog or look for digital downloads on Libby and Hoopla!

Do you like anime and manga? Join us for this month’s anime club meeting. We will watch the first episode of two different shows, then have a brief discussion after. Refreshments will be provided.

Potential Shows will be-

My Next Life as a Villainess: All Routes Lead to Doom!

Welcome To Demon School

Kaguya Sama Love Is War

Ages 16+; under 16 permitted with parent or guardian.

Writing can be a lonely hobby, so why not attend the writing club to connect with other writers your age? Join us for our bi-monthly writing club, intended for teens!

During the club meetings, you'll be able to share your writing, meet new writers, learn about new genres, and have your writing critiqued by your peers! The club will be held virtually every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Visit our makerspace to make a craft with our 3D Pens. This program is for upper elementary aged children to do with a caregiver! Please register every member of your family that is attending.

Due to makerspace policies, children under age 14 must be accompanied by an adult to use the space. Because of this, we ask that both parents and children register themselves for this program.

Free, nutritious lunches for kids 0-18 and their accompanying adults. Lunches must be eaten on-site; no carry-outs.

Lunches are provided by the Judy Center Early Learning Hub and St. Mary's County Public Schools through the USDA Summer Meals program, with additional support from the St. Mary's County Department of Social Services.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Esta institución es un proveedor que brinda igualdad de oportunidades.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Please note: Storytime space is limited. Each storytime will be filled to capacity on a first-come, first served basis. We have increased the number of weekly storytimes to meet the needs of our community.

Bring a gently used book (no more than three items please) to the library and leave with a new (to you) book! You'll also learn how to make your very own book log and make one to take home!

You'll have a chance to discuss books with other readers and everyone will have a new book to bring home with them. Light refreshments provided.

Join the Mobile Library for an all-ages storytime in the park followed by bubbles, music, and more! The Mobile Library will be open for library services as well.

This activity will take place outdoors on the following Mondays from 9:30 - 11 a.m. Participants should bring blankets or chairs for comfort. Please register once per family group for a reminder e-mail or inclement weather notice. Walk-ins are welcome! 

June 3: John Baggett Park, 26929 Three Notch Rd., Mechanicsville, MD 20659

June 10: Lancaster Park, 21550 Willows Rd., Lexington Park, MD 20653

June 17: Cecil Park, 19241 St. George's Church Rd., Valley Lee, MD 20692

June 24: Seventh District Park, 23035 Colton Point Rd., Bushwood, MD 20618

July 1: Judge P. H. Dorsey Park, 24275 Hollywood Rd., Leonardtown, MD 20650

July 8: Chancellor's Run Regional Park, 21905 Chancellor's Run Rd., Great Mills, MD 20634 

July 15: Cardinal Gibbons Park, 16924 St. Peter Claver Rd., St. Inigoes, MD 20684

July 22: Nicolet Park, 21770 FDR Blvd., Lexington Park, MD 20653

August 5: Chaptico Park, 2660 Budd's Creek Rd., Mechanicsville, MD 20659

August 12: Lancaster Park, 21550 Willows Rd., Lexington Park, MD 20653

August 19: Chancellor's Run Regional Park, 21905 Chancellor's Run Rd., Great Mills, MD 20634

Wolf Trap Teaching Artist Ali Oliver-Krueger leads an interactive theater experience! We’ll use our voices, bodies, imagination, & cooperation to create epic stories & imaginary voyages together.

Most seating will be on the floor- feel free to bring a blanket! Summer Performing Arts events are supported in part by a grant from the St. Mary's County Arts Council.

Free, nutritious lunches for kids 0-18 and their accompanying adults. Lunches must be eaten on-site; no carry-outs.

Lunches are provided by the Judy Center Early Learning Hub and St. Mary's County Public Schools through the USDA Summer Meals program, with additional support from the St. Mary's County Department of Social Services.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Esta institución es un proveedor que brinda igualdad de oportunidades.

Wolf Trap Teaching Artist Ali Oliver-Krueger leads an interactive theater experience! We’ll use our voices, bodies, imagination, & cooperation to create epic stories & imaginary voyages together.

This event takes place at Mechanicsville Elementary School, in the gym. Most seating will be on the floor- feel free to bring a blanket! Summer Performing Arts events are supported in part by a grant from the St. Mary's County Arts Council.

Register with an email address to receive the link to a trivia game and test your knowledge! The game is multiple choice questions and speed matters!

Registration for each week ends at 5 p.m. on Mondays. After 5 p.m., registrants will be emailed a link to that week's trivia. You will have until Thursday at 5 p.m. to complete the game, then you'll receive an email with the full results. Trivia uses Kahoot, accessible through any internet browser, no account needed.

Join us for our summer art series! This summer, we’ll have art programs for kids to show them pieces of art from around the world and the art techniques used.

After, they’ll have a chance to recreate the piece, or use it as inspiration to make their own unique piece of art!

The first art piece that we’ll study and try to recreate will be Under the Wave of Kanagawa by Katsushika Hokusai, and we will be making foam block prints.

Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.

Please note: Storytime space is limited. Each storytime will be filled to capacity on a first-come, first served basis. We have increased the number of weekly storytimes to meet the needs of our community.

Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.

Please note: Storytime space is limited. Each storytime will be filled to capacity on a first-come, first served basis. We have increased the number of weekly storytimes to meet the needs of our community.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Free, nutritious lunches for kids 0-18 and their accompanying adults. Lunches must be eaten on-site; no carry-outs.

Lunches are provided by the Judy Center Early Learning Hub and St. Mary's County Public Schools through the USDA Summer Meals program, with additional support from the St. Mary's County Department of Social Services.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Esta institución es un proveedor que brinda igualdad de oportunidades.

The Three Oaks Center will connect those who are homeless or at risk of homelessness to resources in the tri-county that can help them with benefits, mental health, substance abuse, housing and more.

They will also be completing referrals for service on site and collecting paperwork to enroll in our programs and/or offer shelter if available.

Drop in for open-ended crafting fun. Try one of our sample crafts, or create your own design! All materials provided. This is a drop-in style program with no registration required.

Library services on the Mobile Library include Wi-Fi access, library card services, crafts to go, and materials for checkout!

While the Mobile Library collection is unavailable for holds, staff are able to assist with requests for books and materials from other Library locations. The Mobile Library can accept returns from any location, and materials checked out from the vehicle may be returned to any location.

35794 Aviation Yacht Club Rd. #2962, Mechanicsville, MD 20659

Join us for learning-based crafts, games, and activities as we play our way to developing valuable school readiness skills such as fine motor control, following directions, and group participation.

Activities are designed with preschoolers in mind and vary week to week. No registration required. 

Whether you have been stitching for years, or you just want to learn, join fellow crafters who love all things fabric and fiber.

Open to knitters, crocheters, quilters, embroiderers, cross-stitchers, and any other kind of needleworkers. Bring your current project, mingle with like-minded makers, and swap patterns, ideas, or tips. Basic supplies available, if needed. All skill levels welcome.

Registration is recommended.

St. Mary’s County Library makes every effort to make events and programs accessible and inclusive. More information about how we do this is provided on our website’s Event Accessibility page.

Job seekers can stop by to get job counseling and resume help,search for jobs, and get registered with the Maryland Workforce Exchange.

Join us for stories, rhymes, songs, and activities in Spanish and English! You don't need to know Spanish to enjoy this storytime!

¡Acompañanos para historias, rimas, canciones y actividades en ingles y español! ¡No necesitas saber inglés para disfrutar de esta hora del cuento!

Please note: Storytime space is limited. Each storytime will be filled to capacity on a first-come, first served basis. We have increased the number of weekly storytimes to meet the needs of our community.

This storytime is planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Planeados para las edades de 1 a 5 años; todas las edades son bienvenidas con sus cuidadores adultos.

Tenga en cuenta: el espacio para la hora del cuento es limitado. Cada hora del cuento se llenará al máximo de su capacidad por orden de llegada. Hemos aumentado el número de cuentos semanales para satisfacer las necesidades de nuestra comunidad.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Please note: Storytime space is limited. Each storytime will be filled to capacity on a first-come, first served basis. We have increased the number of weekly storytimes to meet the needs of our community.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Library services on the Mobile Library include Wi-Fi access, library card services, crafts to go, and materials for checkout!

While the Mobile Library collection is unavailable for holds, staff are able to assist with requests for books and materials from other Library locations. The Mobile Library can accept returns from any location, and materials checked out from the vehicle may be returned to any location.

13723 Point Lookout Rd., Lexington Park, MD 20653

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Please note: Storytime space is limited. Each storytime will be filled to capacity on a first-come, first served basis. We have increased the number of weekly storytimes to meet the needs of our community.

Free, nutritious lunches for kids 0-18 and their accompanying adults. Lunches must be eaten on-site; no carry-outs.

Lunches are provided by the Judy Center Early Learning Hub and St. Mary's County Public Schools through the USDA Summer Meals program, with additional support from the St. Mary's County Department of Social Services.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Esta institución es un proveedor que brinda igualdad de oportunidades.

Come say hello to a Master Gardener. Bring your gardening, lawn, plants and insect questions to the for the start of the new growing season.

The Master Gardeners will visit the Lexington Park Lobby every second and fourth Wednesday, April through October. 

The Master Gardener program is part of the UMD Extension program providing information, education, and resources to the public on gardening, lawn care, native plants, trees and shrubs, and all things yard and garden. Come out to the library and join us!

Library services on the Mobile Library include Wi-Fi access, library card services, crafts to go, and materials for checkout!

While the Mobile Library collection is unavailable for holds, staff are able to assist with requests for books and materials from other Library locations. The Mobile Library can accept returns from any location, and materials checked out from the vehicle may be returned to any location.

13270 Point Lookout Rd., Ridge, MD 20680

We supply the “bricks,” you bring the imagination. Come build something amazing with our LEGO and Duplo pieces!

The St. Mary’s County Circuit Court offers a free Family Law Self Help Legal Clinic to provide legal assistance/advice regarding family law.

Come for a one-on-one session with an attorney to discuss matters such as custody, visitation, divorce, child support, name change, guardianship, and domestic violence.

First Come First Serve. No appointments - walk-ins only.

Contact Person: Claire Langeluttig, Family Services Coordinator

Email: claire.langeluttig@mdcourts.gov
Phone: 301-475-4200 ext 4110

NOTE: Dates are subject to change without prior notice. Please contact Claire Langeluttig to confirm dates. We recommend getting to the library by 5:30pm to sign in. Please note that the attorney must leave by 7:30pm

Come beat the summer heat with some spicy snacks and your spicy opinions!

We will provide spicy food, the space, and the platform for you to share your Hot Take!

You will present your take on our theme for up to three minutes, after which you will defend your Hot Take from questions for two minutes.

Alternative debate methods can be developed over the series.

First session will be who you think was the Biggest Awards Snub (Oscars, Grammys, etc). Themes for the second and third meeting will be decided by popular vote.

This program is registration only in order to ensure that we have enough food and time for all participants!

Walk-ins will be required to sign a waiver.

This program is intended for ages 13-18.

Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.

Please note: Storytime space is limited. Each storytime will be filled to capacity on a first-come, first served basis. We have increased the number of weekly storytimes to meet the needs of our community.

Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.

Please note: Storytime space is limited. Each storytime will be filled to capacity on a first-come, first served basis. We have increased the number of weekly storytimes to meet the needs of our community.

Library services on the Mobile Library include Wi-Fi access, library card services, crafts to go, and materials for checkout!

While the Mobile Library collection is unavailable for holds, staff are able to assist with requests for books and materials from other Library locations. The Mobile Library can accept returns from any location, and materials checked out from the vehicle may be returned to any location.

38370 Point Breeze Rd., Coltons Point, MD 20626

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and playtime for children birth-2 years with their adult caregivers.

Please note: Storytime space is limited. Each storytime will be filled to capacity on a first-come, first served basis. We have increased the number of weekly storytimes to meet the needs of our community.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Please note: Storytime space is limited. Each storytime will be filled to capacity on a first-come, first served basis. We have increased the number of weekly storytimes to meet the needs of our community.

Free, nutritious lunches for kids 0-18 and their accompanying adults. Lunches must be eaten on-site; no carry-outs.

Lunches are provided by the Judy Center Early Learning Hub and St. Mary's County Public Schools through the USDA Summer Meals program, with additional support from the St. Mary's County Department of Social Services.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Esta institución es un proveedor que brinda igualdad de oportunidades.

Teens and tweens are invited to come vibe with us for weekly-themed hangouts! Games, art, music and more in store.

No registration required! Stay a little or awhile. Snacks, activities, and good vibes provided. 

Tween session (Ages 8-12): 3-4 PM

Teen session (Ages 13-18): 4-5 PM 

Week 1: DIY Project

Week 2: Games

Week 3: Anime

Week 4: Cozy Reading/Homework Club

Kick off Summer Reading with some books that you can't read, but can wear!

You'll learn how to design your own miniature book covers on Canva, so that you can make more miniature books at home. You'll also make a pair of miniature book earrings themed around Summer Reading that you get to keep!

All supplies will be provided. Clip-on earrings will be available for those with unpierced ears. 

Each month we will discuss a different romance novel. All books will be available on Hoopla. June's title is Night Hawk by Beverly Jenkins

Read the eBook

listen to the audiobook

Do you love picture books? Then join the club! Read adventurously in a community of young readers and share your favorite picture book on the theme of the month!

Engage in early literacy and communication with your beginning reader! Join us every fourth Friday of the month to read and share picture books with other like-minded young readers. Register for one meeting or register for all- click on "add more people" button to bring special guests! See the book club schedule below for the monthly theme:

June 28th: Adventure Far, Far, Away

Love books about being far, far away? Bring in a picture book about a fairy tale land, a place you've never been, or a world you'd like to live in!

July 26th: Adventure Out of this World

Is your imagination out of this world? Bring in a picture book about stellar stars, rocketing through space, and astronomical fun!

It’s hip. It’s happening. It’s a tie-dye block party. Join us and make your very own groovy garment. Ages 8 to 18.

The Library will supply 1 cotton bandana per person to tie-dye, but you are welcome to bring 1 additional item (tee, bag, hat, etc.) if you’d like. You will have 20 minutes to complete your tie-dye project. Each appointment is for one participant only. Wear something you won’t mind getting messy. 

It’s hip. It’s happening. It’s a tie-dye block party. Join us and make your very own groovy garment. Ages 8 to 18.

The Library will supply 1 cotton bandana per person to tie-dye, but you are welcome to bring 1 additional item (tee, bag, hat, etc.) if you’d like. You will have 20 minutes to complete your tie-dye project. Each appointment is for one participant only. Wear something you won’t mind getting messy. This program was made possible in part by a grant from the St. Mary's County Arts Council and the Maryland State Arts Council. 

It’s hip. It’s happening. It’s a tie-dye block party. Join us and make your very own groovy garment. Ages 8 to 18.

The Library will supply 1 cotton bandana per person to tie-dye, but you are welcome to bring 1 additional item (tee, bag, hat, etc.) if you’d like. You will have 20 minutes to complete your tie-dye project. Each appointment is for one participant only. Wear something you won’t mind getting messy. 

Learn the basics of threading and operating a sewing machine to make your own summer scented sachet or pin cushion!

No experience needed and all materials provided.

Customers are welcome to visit the Leonardtown Library Makerspace during open hours to use one of the sewing machines available for customer use. We have the sewing machines and all the tools you'll need, just bring your own material!

Note for minors: Teenagers are welcome in our Makerspace classes! Customers aged 14+ can use the Makerspace without a guardian present but must have a waiver signed by their guardian. Waivers are available in the Makerspace and are needed for participation in this class.

Free, nutritious lunches for kids 0-18 and their accompanying adults. Lunches must be eaten on-site; no carry-outs.

Lunches are provided by the Judy Center Early Learning Hub and St. Mary's County Public Schools through the USDA Summer Meals program, with additional support from the St. Mary's County Department of Social Services.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Esta institución es un proveedor que brinda igualdad de oportunidades.

Did you binge all of Season 3 of Bridgerton already and now you can't wait for more? Come participate in a mystery party themed around the fan-favorite regency romance!

Participants will be randomly assigned a unique character inspired by characters from the Bridgerton book series by Julia Quinn and Netflix television adaptation at the start of the program. Feel free to come in period-inspired attire or costumes if you would like (some of the characters may even allow you to use your best fake accent if you chose). You will then mill about the parlor, chat with other guests, enjoy tea and snacks, and, of course, attempt to uncover who Lady Whistledown could be and why they are spreading gossip and rumors throughout the Ton.

Stories, rhymes, songs, and activities planned with ages 1-5 in mind; all ages welcome with their adult caregivers.

Please note: Storytime space is limited. Each storytime will be filled to capacity on a first-come, first served basis. We have increased the number of weekly storytimes to meet the needs of our community.

Join us for an Ocean of Fun as we explore ocean animals with water, sand and paint!

  
Children ages 3-6, will enjoy free play and discovery at various ocean themed stations. Find treasure in our sandbox, catch sea creatures with nets and scoops in our water play buckets, and paint a favorite ocean animal! This event takes place indoors and outdoors and may be messy so dress appropriately. Adult supervision and registration are required for this event. 

An all-ages chess social hang-out! Drop in and out to play as needed, no experience required. Staff will be available to assist those who haven't played before.

Small chess guides will be available for each player for reference. Chess boards will be provided by the library, but feel free to bring your favorite set.