Teen Discord Server
St. Mary’s County Library is using a Teen Discord Server! Why? Discord has a number of teen-friendly features, and it allows teens to stay connected even after Library events. Request an invitation to our Discord Server!
St. Mary’s County Library Anime Club
The St. Mary’s County Library Anime Club was created to give people ages 16+ a place to gather, watch, and talk about Japanese anime and manga.
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. Go on an adventure at the library with an indoor campout! We will have s'mores, build reading forts, and sing songs and read stories around a "campfire." Siblings welcome. Please register each child attending. 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. 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! 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. 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 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. 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. Ages 16+; under 16 permitted with parent or guardian. 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. 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. 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 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. Drop in for open-ended crafting fun. Try one of our
sample crafts, or create your own design! All materials
provided. We supply the “bricks,” you bring the imagination. Come build something amazing with our LEGO and Duplo pieces! 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. 21207 Great Mills Rd., Lexington Park, MD 20653 The Library is closed in observance of Independence Day. 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. For years now, people have been painting rocks to place in their gardens, on their desks, at tourist destinations, and around the community. Come paint your own rock to place during your adventures! Rocks, paint, and brushes will be provided. This program is intended for adults, not children. 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 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. Saturday Afternoon Tabletop Gaming Hangout! Open tables to play card games, TTRPGs, tabletop games and more! The library will provide a small amount of games, but you can bring your own and play with folks new and old! If you’re interested in running a game for the community, fill out the form here and we'll make sure it's noted in the description below! 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 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 July, our art activity will be paper flowers. Our game will be a memory match card game. 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. Do you love making art and trying out new projects? Come hang out and make crafts without the pressure to be perfect. This month we’ll try out printmaking with plates and paint! Come with a design in mind or use one of ours. All participants will leave with their plate/matrix and all of the prints that they made during the program. Materials will be provided. This program is meant for adults, but no prior skills in printmaking are needed. 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 second art piece that we’ll study and try to recreate will be A Sunday on La Grande Jatte by Georges Seurat, and we will be making paintings using pointillism. Job seekers can stop by to get job counseling and resume help,search for jobs, and get registered with the Maryland Workforce Exchange. 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. 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. Le invitamos a una presentación virtual para que aprenda más sobre los requisitos para obtener beneficio de jubilación. 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. We invite you to this virtual presentation to learn about Retirement eligibility requirements, enrollment periods, the application process, and resources. 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 Calvert Library website to register. 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. Maritime Building 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. 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 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. 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. 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 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! We supply the “bricks,” you bring the imagination. Come build something amazing with our LEGO and Duplo pieces! Drop in for open-ended crafting fun. Try one of our sample crafts, or create your own design! All materials provided. Come hang out for an afternoon of racing, dancing and sports! Join us as we hang out and play various Nintendo Switch games such as : Mario Kart, Nintendo Switch Sports, Just Dance and more! Snacks and drinks will be provided. This event is for ages 12-18 ONLY. 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 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 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. 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. 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 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 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 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. Join us virtually, as Barb Whipkey, owner of Wild Birds Unlimited in Lexington Park and LaPlata, MD, teaches us how to identify and attract our area's top twenty backyard birds. If you are new to birding, this program is perfect for you. You will learn what birds to be on the lookout for, as well as how to entice a wider variety of those birds to your feeders. Barb will share examples of the types of feeders and foods that each species prefers. This is a live, virtual program where you will receive a Zoom link via email a day or two before the program. Each month we will discuss a different fantasy or science fiction novel. July's book is Cinder by Marissa Meyer 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. 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. Join Wolf Trap teaching artist Laura Schandelmeier for a deep dive into the world of dance... and math! Learn the elements of dance, move your body, and explore patterns and numbers in new ways. 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. 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. Join Wolf Trap teaching artist Laura Schandelmeier for a deep dive into the world of dance... and math! Learn the elements of dance, move your body, and explore patterns and numbers in new ways. 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. 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. Unlock your crafting potential by learning how to use the Cricut cutting machine to make your own paper flowers! This beginner class will cover how to use an electronic die-cutting machine called the Cricut Maker to make clean and precise cuts on paper that will then be turned into paper flowers and a paper vase. The paper flowers and vase will be given to you to take home and complete a portrait with other materials onto a small canvas. Participants will also be introduced to the basics of Cricut Design Space, the software used to create endlessly customizable designs. Do you have what it takes to travel the globe? Picture this: you want to go on an amazing summer adventure. You'll visit lots of different countries, meet new people, see beautiful scenery, and eat delicious food. The only problem is, you need to take an airplane, a hot air balloon, a boat, a train, and a bus to make it to all of your destinations. Can you collect all five transportation tickets and make it back home in time? You and up to four friends will have 20 minutes to complete your journey. 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 Paul Rose, a Research Historian at United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, will talk about the impact the 1936 Olympics had on history.
Register to receive the zoom link to attend. After the presentation, there will be a short time for Q&A. Paul Rose is a researcher at the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum but is not acting a representative of the institution in this presentation. 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. 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. 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. Looking to buy your first home, but don't know where to start? Join Amy Scott, Broker/Owner with OE Realty, to learn more about the buying process: what to expect, how to prepare, and first-time buyer loan options that can stretch your dollar. Come ask us the hard questions! Register to receive a reminder email. Walk-ins welcome. 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. 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. 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! Drop in for open-ended crafting fun. Try one of our
sample crafts, or create your own design! All materials
provided. We supply the “bricks,” you bring the imagination. Come build something amazing with our LEGO and Duplo pieces! Calling all creative and artsy teens, come join us in our Makerspace! Our Crafternoon will feature small crafts and projects that teens can create! We will supply all the materials, you just have to provide the creativity! Wondering what Congress has been up to? GovTrack.us simplifies the lawmaking process and helps you understand what your lawmakers are doing. In this hands-on workshop, we’ll explore GovTrack.us and its main features: identifying your reps, seeing how they vote, and learning about bills. We’ll also walk through the sign-up process for a free account so you can set up email alerts on legislative activity you care about. Learn to use GovTrack.us and hold your lawmakers accountable! This class will be taught by Maria Barga, University of Maryland Extension Tech Educator. 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. 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. 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. 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 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. Beat the summer heat with some wintery sleuthing in Murder in Her Stocking by G. A. McKevett, the first in the Granny Reid series. Christmas has arrived in sleepy McGill, Georgia, but holiday cheer can’t keep temperamental Stella Reid from swinging a rolling pin at anyone who crosses her bad side—and this side there are plenty. First an anonymous grinch vandalizes a celebrated nativity display. Then Prissy Carr is found dead in an alley behind the tavern. With police puzzled, Stella decides to stir the pot for clues… Turns out Prissy held a prominent spot on the naughty list this year and suspects pile up like presents on Christmas morning. With a neighbor now in peril and the futures of her beloved grandchildren at risk, Stella must somehow set everything straight and bring a cunning criminal to justice before December 25th! Find a physical copy in the Library catalog or download digital copies on 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- Fluffy Paradise Spy X Family Case Closed Can you guess the theme? 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. The People's Insurance Counsel Division (PICD) represents the interests of consumers concerning Maryland Homeowners’ Insurance and Medical Professional Liability Insurance. The People's Insurance Counsel Division, located in the Maryland Office of the Attorney General, will be on site to: discuss insurance problems with consumers, to answer questions and explain the process available in Maryland for review of complaints and to alert consumers to changes in Maryland that may affect them. For more information please visit: https://www.marylandattorneygeneral.gov Try out our Oculus virtual reality headsets as well as our handheld Google View-Masters to go on a virtual adventure! Here's your chance to try out Virtual Reality, even if you never have before! Use our Oculus Rift and Quest VR headsets to explore the Earth, by land and under the sea, or to create and paint in a virtual art studio. Our Google View-Master handsets will let you experience the solar system and explore constellations. No experience or materials are needed and you will remain seated in the library meeting room while using our virtual reality equipment. Let's dance together and celebrate the culture of Mexico! Watch Corazón Folklórico DC perform traditional Ballet Folklórico dances, and then join in to learn the 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. Let's dance together and celebrate the culture of Mexico! Watch Corazón Folklórico DC perform traditional Ballet Folklórico dances, and then join in to learn the 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. Are you an ARMY? Carat? Blink or multi-stan? Come show off your love of K-pop at our K-pop Party! Make bias buttons, try some popular Korean snacks, dance to K-pop music, and learn some intro Korean! 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. 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 to players for reference. Chess boards will be provided by the library, but feel free to bring your favorite set. 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. 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 Do you have what it takes to engineer strong bridges, tall towers, and giant domes? Using only drinking straws, rolled-up newspaper, and teamwork? Learn about different types of forces, loads, and strength. Experiment to find the strongest shapes and best construction techniques. Then team up to build something awesome! Please register each child attending. 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. Come learn more about the library's Cricut Maker and practice cutting adhesive vinyl to create a fun adventure keychain! This introductory, in-person class will cover how to use an electronic die-cutting machine called the Cricut Maker to cut adhesive vinyl to customize a clear acrylic keychain to take on all your summer adventures! Participants will also learn the basics of Cricut Design Space, the software used to create endlessly customizable designs compatible with Cricut cutting machines. No experience necessary, all materials provided. Registration Full 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 third art piece that we’ll study and try to recreate will be Composition 8 by Vasily Kandinsky, and we’ll be making paintings using shapes. 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. 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. Karen Stone, Division Manager of the St. Mary's County Museums, will give a special seminar on our local history. Like at so many other times in its history, Maryland was deeply divided in the early 1770s, as can be seen first by the local reaction to the Boston Tea Party, then in the behavior of its leaders, and finally by the acts of its soldiers. During this talk you will hear tales from both sides, some of bravery and some of trickery, and some that are just plain funny… This event is part of the Southern Maryland 250th Semiquincentennial, Maryland 250th, and America 250th celebration, commemorating Southern Maryland's contributions to our nation's founding. Job seekers can stop by to get job counseling and resume help,search for jobs, and get registered with the Maryland Workforce Exchange. Employees from the St. Mary's County Health Department will be available in the lobby to answer your questions about Narcan and Opioid overdose. No appointment necessary. 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. 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! Drop in for open-ended crafting fun. Try one of our sample crafts, or create your own design! All materials provided. Come hang out for an afternoon of racing, dancing and sports! Join us as we hang out and play various Nintendo Switch games such as : Mario Kart, Nintendo Switch Sports, Just Dance and more! Snacks and drinks will be provided. This event is for ages 12-18 ONLY. 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. 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. 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. 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 Get excited for the Summer Olympics and go for the gold! Enjoy Olympic themed crafts, activities and minute -to-win-it style games at the library. Please register each child participating.
This event will have activities intended for individuals with upper elementary abilities and interests. Each month we will discuss a different romance novel. All books will be available on Hoopla. July's title is Partners in Crime by Alisha Rai 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: 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! 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. Do you have what it takes to engineer strong bridges, tall towers, and giant domes? Using only drinking straws, rolled-up newspaper, and teamwork? Learn about different types of forces, loads, and strength. Experiment to find the strongest shapes and best construction techniques. Then team up to build something awesome! Please register each child attending. 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. Come learn more about the library's Cricut Maker and practice cutting heat transfer vinyl to embellish a tote bag to take home! This introductory, in-person class will cover how to use the Cricut Maker 3, an electronic die-cutting machine, to create an iron-on decal using heat transfer vinyl (HTV) and how to apply that decal to a cloth tote bag using the Cricut Easy Press. Participants will also learn the basics of Cricut Design Space, the software used to create endlessly customizable designs. No experience necessary, all materials provided. Everyone is welcome to visit the Leonardtown Library Makerspace during open hours to use the Cricut to create whatever you can imagine! Customers need to have their own Cricut Design Space online account and bring their own material, but we have all the equipment and tools you'll need! Visit the Makerspace webpage to see open hours and learn about all the Makerspace has to offer. 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 minors to participation in this class. Tackle challenging STEAM activities while laughing, learning and discovering the joy in every scientific twist and turn. Have a great garden harvest in store? Learn the best practices to keep your food safe and fresh for longer! Learn the ins and outs of food safety for home and community gardens. From the harvest itself to washing techniques and storage, food safety is essential to staying healthy. Learn it all from the experts at the University of Maryland Extension! Take home some fresh produce from the LMPP Community Garden, harvested using the techniques taught in class! Register to receive a reminder email. Walk-ins welcome. Join Wolf Trap teaching artist Elias Schutzman for an interactive musical storytelling experience. Learn to use rhythm, melody, tempo, & movement to explore emotions and bring storybooks to life. Preview the song "I've Got a Feeling" by Elias Schutzman: https://youtu.be/_iWJQEElv3w?si=USETtoww8Dyd9dte. 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 Wolf Trap teaching artist Elias Schutzman for an interactive musical storytelling experience. Learn to use rhythm, melody, tempo, & movement to explore emotions and bring storybooks to life. Preview the song "I've Got a Feeling" by Elias Schutzman: https://youtu.be/_iWJQEElv3w?si=USETtoww8Dyd9dte. 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. 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. 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. Did you know you can access everything available on LinkedIn Learning (previously Lynda.com) for FREE with your library card? This class will show you how to access the different categories of the LinkedIn Learning platform from soft skill development for professionals, or technical skills like programming and web development, and creative skills like photography, design, and video editing. Be sure to bring your library card and PIN/password. Don't have a library card? It is free and easy to sign up for one click here! 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. 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. The Maryland Food Bank’s Mobile Market is coming to visit! Stop by to shop from our “grocery store on wheels” and receive free nonperishable food items, fresh produce, and other non-food necessities while supplies last. Drop in for open-ended crafting fun. Try one of our
sample crafts, or create your own design! All materials
provided. We supply the “bricks,” you bring the imagination. Come build something amazing with our LEGO and Duplo pieces! Calling all creative and artsy teens, come join us in our Makerspace! Our Crafternoon will feature small crafts and projects that teens can create! We will supply all the materials, you just have to provide the creativity! 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 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. From rain barrels and downspout redirecting to rain gardens and no-mow lawns, there is a lot the average household can do to keep our waterways clean! Join Caroline DiGiovanni, Watershed Restoration Educator for the University of Maryland Extension, and learn all about landscaping for stormwater management. Landscaping is about more than just pretty plants (though we love those, too!): landscaping includes your stone pathways (hardscaping), your gutter downspouts, and even the topography of your yard. Learn about the many ways we can be better to our waterways without even leaving the backyard! Attendees will be entered into a raffle for a free rain barrel, which will be awarded at the end of the session. Register to receive a reminder email. Walk-ins welcome.
If you need special accommodations for any Library event or program, please submit our Accommodations Request form as soon as possible.
July 2024
SPARK: Storytime in the Park
Lunch at the Library
Camp Read S'more
Baby Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Baby Storytime at Leonardtown Library
All Ages Storytime at Leonardtown Library
St. Mary's County Health Department Outreach
All Ages Storytime at Lexington Park Library
All Ages Storytime at Leonardtown Library
All Ages Storytime at Leonardtown Library
Mobile Library Stop at Northern Senior Activity Center
Lunch at the Library
LEGO Block Party at Charlotte Hall Library
Purposeful Play: Serious Fun for Preschoolers
Anime Club
This month's shows:
All Ages Storytime at Charlotte Hall Library
All Ages Storytime at Lexington Park Library
All Ages Storytime at Charlotte Hall Library
Ask A Master Gardener Plant Clinic
Mobile Library Stop at St. Mary's Caring Soup Kitchen
Lunch at the Library
Crafternoon at Lexington Park Library
LEGO Block Party
Mobile Library Stop at Lord Calvert Mobile Home Park
Library Closed
All Ages Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Lunch at the Library
This Rocks! Rock Painting for Adults
All Ages Storytime at Charlotte Hall Library
English Conversation Hour: Cafecito en la Biblioteca
Tabletop Hangout
SPARK: Storytime in the Park
Connect and Converse
Adult Crafternoon: Paper Plate Printmaking
Trivia Mondays
Art Night for Kids
Southern Maryland JobSource Mobile Career Center
Baby Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Baby Storytime at Leonardtown Library
All Ages Storytime at Leonardtown Library
All Ages Storytime at Lexington Park Library
All Ages Storytime at Leonardtown Library
All Ages Storytime at Leonardtown Library
Administración del Seguro Social: Información de jubilación
Social Security Administration: Retirement Info
Crafternoon at Charlotte Hall Library
Mobile Library Stop at Piney Point Lighthouse Museum
44720 Lighthouse Rd., Piney Point, MD 20674Purposeful Play: Serious Fun for Preschoolers
Common Thread
Mobile Library Stop at St. Mary's Adult Medical Daycare
All Ages Storytime at Charlotte Hall Library
All Ages Storytime at Lexington Park Library
All Ages Storytime at Charlotte Hall Library
Mobile Library Stop at Wildewood Village Event Center
Ask a Master Gardener Plant Clinic: Lobby Visit
LEGO Block Party at Lexington Park Library
Kids Crafternoon
Gaming in the Library : Nintendo Drop-In
St. Mary's County Court Help Clinic
Phone: 301-475-4200 ext 4110Baby Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Baby Storytime at Leonardtown Library
All Ages Storytime at Leonardtown Library
Baby Storytime at Charlotte Hall
St. Mary's County Health Department
All Ages Storytime at Lexington Park Library
All Ages Storytime at Leonardtown Library
All Ages Storytime at Leonardtown Library
All Ages Storytime at Charlotte Hall Library
Mobile Library Stop at Loffler Senior Center
Mobile Library Stop at Victory Woods
Tween-Teen Thursday
English Conversation Hour (Online): Cafecito en la Biblioteca (en línea)
Top 20 Backyard Birds of Southern Maryland
Virtual Sci-Fi & Fantasy Book Club - Cinder by Marissa Meyer
Adult Lit Kit
Fun with 3D Pens
Dancing by the Numbers: Summer Performer
Lunch at the Library
Dancing by the Numbers: Summer Performer
All Ages Storytime at Charlotte Hall Library
Cricut Flower Portrait Kits
No experience necessary, all materials provided.Around the World Escape Room: All Ages
SPARK: Storytime in the Park
The 1936 Olympics and How they Changed History
Baby Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Baby Storytime at Leonardtown Library
All Ages Storytime at Leonardtown Library
All Ages Storytime at Lexington Park Library
All Ages Storytime at Leonardtown Library
All Ages Storytime at Leonardtown Library
Managing Family Finances: Lunch & Learn Series
LEGO Block Party at Charlotte Hall Library
Purposeful Play: Serious Fun for Preschoolers
How to Buy Your First Home
All Ages Storytime at Charlotte Hall Library
All Ages Storytime at Lexington Park Library
All Ages Storytime at Charlotte Hall Library
Ask A Master Gardener Plant Clinic
Crafternoon at Lexington Park Library
LEGO Block Party
Teen Crafternoon
Inside the Vote: Understanding Your Officials' Actions in Congress
Baby Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Baby Storytime at Leonardtown Library
All Ages Storytime at Leonardtown Library
Baby Storytime at Charlotte Hall
St. Mary’s County Health Department: Lobby Visit
All Ages Storytime at Lexington Park Library
All Ages Storytime at Leonardtown Library
All Ages Storytime at Leonardtown Library
All Ages Storytime at Charlotte Hall Library
Access Health at St. Mary's Hospital
Tween-Teen Thursday
Cozy Mystery Book Club
Anime Club At Lexington Park
Teen Writing Club
All Ages Storytime at Lexington Park Library
People’s Insurance Counsel Division: Office of the Attorney General
Virtual Reality Adventure
Corazón Folklórico DC: Summer Performer
Lunch at the Library
Corazón Folklórico DC: Summer Performer
K-Pop Party
All Ages Storytime at Charlotte Hall Library
Lexington Park Chess Day
Introduction to 3D Printing
SPARK: Storytime in the Park
Bridges, Towers, & Domes: Engineering Challenge
Trivia Mondays
Cricut Crafts: Adventure Keychain: Adhesive Vinyl on Acrylic
Art Night for Kids
Baby Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Baby Storytime at Leonardtown Library
All Ages Storytime at Leonardtown Library
All Ages Storytime at Lexington Park Library
All Ages Storytime at Leonardtown Library
All Ages Storytime at Leonardtown Library
Crafternoon at Charlotte Hall Library
Mobile Library Stop at Wicomico Shores Golf Course
Purposeful Play: Serious Fun for Preschoolers
Common Thread
For King or for Country?: Tales of Maryland Before & During the American Revolution
Southern Maryland JobSource Mobile Career Center
St. Mary's County Health Department
Bilingual All Ages Storytime: Hora de cuentos bilingüe para todas las edades
All Ages Storytime at Charlotte Hall Library
All Ages Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Mobile Library Stop at First Saints Community Food Pantry
All Ages Storytime at Charlotte Hall Library
Ask a Master Gardener Plant Clinic: Lobby Visit
Mobile Library Stop at Dollar General (Ridge, MD)
LEGO Block Party at Lexington Park Library
Kids Crafternoon
Gaming in the Library : Nintendo Drop-In
Baby Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Baby Storytime at Leonardtown Library
Mobile Library Stop at St. Clement's Island Museum
All Ages Storytime at Leonardtown Library
Baby Storytime at Charlotte Hall
St. Mary's County Health Department
All Ages Storytime at Lexington Park Library
All Ages Storytime at Leonardtown Library
All Ages Storytime at Leonardtown Library
All Ages Storytime at Charlotte Hall Library
Tween-Teen Thursday
Library Olympics
Virtual Romance Book Club - Partners in Crime by Alisha Rai
The Picture Book Club: Adventure Out of this World!
Lunch at the Library
Bridges, Towers, & Domes: Engineering Challenge
All Ages Storytime at Charlotte Hall Library
Cricut Crafts: Custom Tote Bag
STEAMing Through Summer
Ages 4-14 are invited to join us for different STEAM activities appropriate to their skills and interests. Tackle them all, or master one, you get to choose!Food Safety from the Garden to the Kitchen
I've Got a Feeling: Summer Performer
I've Got a Feeling: Summer Performer
Baby Storytime at Lexington Park Library
Baby Storytime at Leonardtown Library
All Ages Storytime at Leonardtown Library
All Ages Storytime at Lexington Park Library
All Ages Storytime at Leonardtown Library
All Ages Storytime at Leonardtown Library
LEGO Block Party at Charlotte Hall Library
Purposeful Play: Serious Fun for Preschoolers
How To Use LinkedIn Learning
All Ages Storytime at Charlotte Hall Library
All Ages Storytime at Lexington Park Library
All Ages Storytime at Charlotte Hall Library
Maryland Food Bank Mobile Market
Crafternoon at Lexington Park Library
LEGO Block Party
Teen Crafternoon
St. Mary's County Court Help Clinic
Phone: 301-475-4200 ext 4110Hot Takes!
Landscaping for Cleaner Waterways
Please note that library staff may be taking photos of any or all events to use for future library publications. Event participants’ photos may be used without notification or compensation. If you do not feel comfortable having your photo taken, please inform library staff when you arrive to an event.