This event is in the "Kids (Ages 6 – 10)" group.

Paws to Read

10:00am - 12:00pm
Required
Library Branch: Odenton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Odenton - Community Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Program Type: Special Events
Required

Paws to Read

Children in elementary school improve their reading skills while enjoying the rapt attention of canine tutors.  

Event Details:

Call the Odenton Library at 410-222-6277 to register for a 15 minute appointment beginning two weeks before the program. 

Disclaimer(s)

Animal Waiver Form

Programs that involve interaction with animals require a signed Animal Waiver Form


Las programas que tienen interacción con animales requieren un formulario de exención de animales firmado.

This event is in the "Kids (Ages 6 – 10)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Library Branch: Busch Annapolis Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Busch Annapolis - Other In-library location
Age Group: Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Gardening & Environment, Special Events, STEM/STEAM, Outdoor Event
Event Details:

Dive in and help as we team up with the Coastal Conservation Association of Maryland to create artificial reefs for the oysters of the Chesapeake Bay to call home!

This event is in the "Kids (Ages 6 – 10)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Live-Action Oregon Trail Game

10:00am - 5:00pm
Required
Library Branch: Edgewater Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Edgewater - Courtyard
Age Group: Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Games, Special Events, Outdoor Event
Required
Event Details:

Join us for an immersive adventure as we bring the iconic Oregon Trail game to life! Teams will embark on a journey reminiscent of the 19th-century pioneers through the wilds of the library courtyard.

This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group.

Preschool Safari Drive-thru

10:30am - 11:30am
Required
Library Branch: Deale Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Deale - Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Kindergarten Readiness, Special Events
Required
Event Details:

Decorate your own cardboard car, then enjoy a trip through the “Wild safari” from the comfort of your own "car!" Art supplies and snacks will be provided. Supplies are limited; thus, registration is required. 

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at library programs has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Alergias Alimentarias: La Biblioteca no puede garantizar que la comida servida en los programas no ha estado en contacto con las nueces de árbol, la soya, u otros alérgenos.

This event is in the "Kids (Ages 6 – 10)" group.

The ABC's of Hip Hop

10:30am - 11:30am
Library Branch: Eastport-Annapolis Neck Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Eastport-Annapolis Neck - Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Program Type: African American Interest, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Kindergarten Readiness, Performing Arts & Music, Special Events
Event Details:

Baba Bomani’s program uses rhythm and rhyme to explain basic reading and math concepts such as how to recognize syllables and showing how a rapper’s flow is simply a number bond math equation!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Homeschool Book Swap

11:00am - 12:00pm
Library Branch: Severna Park Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Severna Park - Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Events
Event Details:

Gently used curriculum, reading or other books may be donated on the day of the program starting at 10:30 am. Families wishing to exchange materials can stay and swap starting at 11:00 am.

This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group.
This event is in the "Kids (Ages 6 – 10)" group.
Library Branch: Odenton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Odenton - Community Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Storytimes, LGBTQIA+ Interest, Special Events
Event Details:

Come celebrate differences with Kindness Grows Here, Inc. (KGH)  as local teens read their favorite LGBTQ+ themed children's books. They will also talk about why they love each book.

This event is in the "Kids (Ages 6 – 10)" group.
Library Branch: Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Discoveries - Programming Room
Age Group: Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Program Type: Gardening & Environment, Special Events
Event Details:

Build your skills or learn a new one with Discoveries! Kids will have the opportunity to work on practical skills in this series of classes.

This Month: Gardening

American Sign Language (ASL) interpreters are available with advanced notice for library-sponsored programs. To schedule an interpreter, complete this request form at least one week prior to the event date. For questions, email programming@aacpl.net.