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Plant Clinic: Ask a Master Gardener

Saturday, April 27, 2024 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Crofton - Lobby at Crofton Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment
Age Group:
Adults
Ask A Master Gardener:

Ask gardening questions and bring your bug, weed or plant in a sealed plastic bag for analysis.

Library Branch: Crofton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Crofton - Lobby
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gardening & Environment

Ask A Master Gardener

Ask gardening questions and bring your bug, weed or plant in a sealed plastic bag for analysis.

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.

Escape Room: Locked in the Library

Saturday, April 27, 2024 at 10:00am - 5:00pm
Edgewater - Community Meeting Room at Edgewater Library
Program Type:
Games, Special Events
Age Group:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

The door to the library is sealed and the key is hidden away! Can you solve the mysterious librarian's puzzles and find the clues that lead to the key? Work with your team to escap

Open
Required
Library Branch: Edgewater Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Edgewater - Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Games, Special Events
Registration Required
Event Details:
The door to the library is sealed and the key is hidden away! Can you solve the mysterious librarian's puzzles and find the clues that lead to the key? Work with your team to escape the library before time runs out! Participants will have 45 minut...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Five Steps to a Native Garden

Saturday, April 27, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Severna Park - Community Meeting Room at Severna Park Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Gardening & Environment
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join Master Gardener Ann Sawyer to learn the five steps to growing a native garden. Practice design concepts through hands-on activities, create a basic plan for your garden, an

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: Adult Learning, Gardening & Environment
Event Details:
Join Master Gardener Ann Sawyer to learn the five steps to growing a native garden. Practice design concepts through hands-on activities, create a basic plan for your garden, and leave with the tools you need to make your dream landscape a reality...
This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All" group.

Plant Swap

Saturday, April 27, 2024 at 10:30am - 1:00pm
Deale - Community Meeting Room at Deale Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Event Details:

Participate in our Plant Swap! For every plant or bulb you donate you will be eligible to get another plant. Donations should be labeled and in a container filled with soil. If you

Library Branch: Deale Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Deale - Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Program Type: Gardening & Environment
Event Details:
Participate in our Plant Swap! For every plant or bulb you donate you will be eligible to get another plant. Donations should be labeled and in a container filled with soil. If you do not have a plant to swap or have any other questions please contac...
This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Movies at the Library: Dune (2021)

Saturday, April 27, 2024 at 1:30pm - 4:15pm
Severna Park - Community Meeting Room at Severna Park Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Conquer your fear and come join us for a screening of Dune (2021). A noble family becomes embroiled in a war for control over the galaxy's most valuable asset while its heir become

Library Branch: Severna Park Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Severna Park - Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:
Conquer your fear and come join us for a screening of Dune (2021). A noble family becomes embroiled in a war for control over the galaxy's most valuable asset while its heir becomes troubled by visions of a dark future. This film won 6 Academy Awards...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Humayun Khan

Saturday, April 27, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Eastport-Annapolis Neck Library
Program Type:
Performing Arts & Music
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Humayun Khan will perform traditional Sufi and classical fusion music. Humayun Khan, a widely-hailed Afghan singer and composer, is known for his brilliant performances as

Library Branch: Eastport-Annapolis Neck Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Performing Arts & Music
Event Details:
Humayun Khan will perform traditional Sufi and classical fusion music. Humayun Khan, a widely-hailed Afghan singer and composer, is known for his brilliant performances as a virtuosic vocalist and harmonium player who has developed a unique s...
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.
This event is in the "All" group.

DIY Paper Flowers

Saturday, April 27, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Odenton - Community Meeting Room AB at Odenton Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY
Age Group:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Event Details:

Come DIY paper flower gifts just in time to celebrate May Day on May 1st, Teacher Appreciation Week from May 6th to 10th, and Mother's Day on May 12th. 

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), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Program Type: Arts & DIY
Event Details:
Come DIY paper flower gifts just in time to celebrate May Day on May 1st, Teacher Appreciation Week from May 6th to 10th, and Mother's Day on May 12th.  ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Severn Plant Club meeting

Saturday, April 27, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Severn - Community Meeting Room AB at Severn Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Calling plant loving people (all experience levels welcome)! Come hear about houseplant care (lighting, watering, and substrate/soil) from Maxine Yoon, the Home Horticulture E

Library Branch: Severn Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Severn - Community Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gardening & Environment
Event Details:
Calling plant loving people (all experience levels welcome)! Come hear about houseplant care (lighting, watering, and substrate/soil) from Maxine Yoon, the Home Horticulture Educator and Master Gardener Coordinator for Anne Arundel County. Follo...
This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group.
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.

Vernal Pools - Gems of Nature - Story, Hike and Campfire at Patuxent Research Refuge

Sunday, April 28, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Maryland City - Off Site at Maryland City at Russett Library
Program Type:
Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes, Special Events, STEM/STEAM, Outdoor Event
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Explore the vernal pools at Patuxent Research Refuge's North Tract. We will read a story, learn about vernal pools and the creatures that call them home, and take a short hike. The

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Maryland City at Russett Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Maryland City - Off Site
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes, Special Events, STEM/STEAM, Outdoor Event
Event Details:
Explore the vernal pools at Patuxent Research Refuge's North Tract. We will read a story, learn about vernal pools and the creatures that call them home, and take a short hike. Then we'll roast marshmallows by the campfire and share our observations....
This event is in the "Adults" group.

O'Malley Senior Center Book Club: Fantasy

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Odenton - Off Site at Odenton Library
Program Type:
Community Services, Older Americans
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Seniors, join us for our monthly genre book club! Each month members read and discuss from a different genre. This month we will be reading and discussing Fantasy. This book clu

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Odenton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Odenton - Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Services, Older Americans
Event Details:
Seniors, join us for our monthly genre book club! Each month members read and discuss from a different genre. This month we will be reading and discussing Fantasy. This book club is hosted at the O'Malley Senior Center. Please call the senior cent...
This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Anime and Manga Club

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Deale - Community Meeting Room at Deale Library
Program Type:
Special Events
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Come hangout with us for Anime and Manga Club! Come hangout with us for Anime and Manga Share your favorites, what you are currently watching/reading, artwork and cosplay. We will

Library Branch: Deale Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Deale - Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Special Events
Event Details:
Come hangout with us for Anime and Manga Club! Come hangout with us for Anime and Manga Share your favorites, what you are currently watching/reading, artwork and cosplay. We will have discussions, play games, watch shows, and more!  ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All" group.

Korean Appreciation Event | 한국 음악 감상회

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Severn - Community Meeting Room AB at Severn Library
Program Type:
Asian/Pacific American Interest, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Performing Arts & Music
Age Group:
Adults, All
Event Details:

Are you a K-pop fan? Do you love to sing or dance your heart out to BTS' greatest hits? Then come and experience Korean music through a captivating performance by the UMBC's K-pop

Library Branch: Severn Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Severn - Community Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Adults, All
Program Type: Asian/Pacific American Interest, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Performing Arts & Music
Event Details:
Are you a K-pop fan? Do you love to sing or dance your heart out to BTS' greatest hits? Then come and experience Korean music through a captivating performance by the UMBC's K-pop Dance Club. And don't forget to show off your Karaoke skills! 케이팝...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Yoga for You

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Mountain Road Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Special Events
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Practice breath work and physical poses that best support your physical and emotional needs so you can cultivate and maintain a stronger mind-body connection on and off your m

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Mountain Road Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Special Events
Registration Required
Event Details:
Practice breath work and physical poses that best support your physical and emotional needs so you can cultivate and maintain a stronger mind-body connection on and off your mat.  Through gentle guidance from an experienced and trusted yoga...
This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

LGBTQIA+ Book Club

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Broadneck - Community Meeting Room at Broadneck Library
Program Type:
Books and Writing, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, LGBTQIA+ Interest
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Discussion of Pageboy: A Memoir by Elliot Page We will meet every month to discuss queer fiction and nonfiction titles in a safe and healthy space. All are welcome.&nb

Library Branch: Broadneck Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Broadneck - Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Books and Writing, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, LGBTQIA+ Interest
Event Details:
Discussion of Pageboy: A Memoir by Elliot Page We will meet every month to discuss queer fiction and nonfiction titles in a safe and healthy space. All are welcome.  ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

SPRING CLASSIC FILM SERIES: GREAT BOOKS, GREAT MOVIES- THE AGE OF INNOCENCE

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:45pm
Busch Annapolis - Campbell-Chambliss Community Meeting Room AB (Both Sides) at Busch Annapolis Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Each film will be introduced by area cinephile Ann Glenn with info about the film’s production, director, and stars and followed by a Q&A session. The Age of Innocence 

Library Branch: Busch Annapolis Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Busch Annapolis - Campbell-Chambliss Community Meeting Room AB (Both Sides)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:
Each film will be introduced by area cinephile Ann Glenn with info about the film’s production, director, and stars and followed by a Q&A session. The Age of Innocence (1993) The Age of Innocence tells the story of Newland Archer (Dani...
This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group.
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.
This event is in the "All" group.

Open Mic Night: Coffee House Style

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Odenton - Community Meeting Room AB at Odenton Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Performing Arts & Music, Special Events
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Event Details:

Bring your talent to the Odenton Library! Sing, dance, read a poem, play an instrument, show your art, or perform a skit for a library audience. Come and perform or to be ent

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), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Performing Arts & Music, Special Events
Event Details:
Bring your talent to the Odenton Library! Sing, dance, read a poem, play an instrument, show your art, or perform a skit for a library audience. Come and perform or to be entertained by the local talent at this family friendly event while enjoy...

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 "Teens (Ages 11+)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Crofton Houseplant Club

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Crofton Community Meeting Room at Crofton Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Gardening & Environment
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

We welcome houseplant enthusiasts of all experience levels to join us for an evening full of planty fun! There will be a brief informational session, followed by show-and-tell and

Library Branch: Crofton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Crofton Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Gardening & Environment
Event Details:
We welcome houseplant enthusiasts of all experience levels to join us for an evening full of planty fun! There will be a brief informational session, followed by show-and-tell and plenty of time for questions and discussion. Feel free to bring your o...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Free Health Screenings with Luminis Health

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Eastport-Annapolis Neck - Community Meeting Room at Eastport-Annapolis Neck Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Luminis Health's Community Health Improvement Department and Bariatric Surgery Department is committed to improving the health and wellness of our community. Drop in to receive&nbs

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: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Luminis Health's Community Health Improvement Department and Bariatric Surgery Department is committed to improving the health and wellness of our community. Drop in to receive FREE health screenings for adults 18 and up that will include: ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Electric Cars 101

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Severna Park - Community Meeting Room at Severna Park Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment, Special Events, Outdoor Event
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Electric cars are coming to the Severna Park Library! Join us to learn from invited experts to hear what it's like to buy and charge electric cars. We'll then head outside to ou

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: Gardening & Environment, Special Events, Outdoor Event
Event Details:
Electric cars are coming to the Severna Park Library! Join us to learn from invited experts to hear what it's like to buy and charge electric cars. We'll then head outside to our parking lot to see a few different makes and models, some old, some ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Broadneck Needlecrafters

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Broadneck - Community Meeting Room at Broadneck Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Sew, knit, needlepoint, crochet - we do it all! Meet old friends and new as we teach and learn from each other. Beginners welcome.

Library Branch: Broadneck Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Broadneck - Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & DIY
Event Details:
Sew, knit, needlepoint, crochet - we do it all! Meet old friends and new as we teach and learn from each other. Beginners welcome. ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Celebrating Arab American Heritage Month: Mountain Road's Adult Book Club: As Long as the Lemon Trees Grow, by Zoulfa Katouh

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Mountain Road Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Arab American Interest, Books and Writing, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

In celebration of Arab American Heritage Month: Salama Kassab works desparately to find a way out of the turmoil of Syria before her sister-in-law gives birth. This program

Open
Required
Library Branch: Mountain Road Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Arab American Interest, Books and Writing, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion
Registration Required
Event Details:
In celebration of Arab American Heritage Month: Salama Kassab works desparately to find a way out of the turmoil of Syria before her sister-in-law gives birth. This program is both virtual and in person. ...
This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Self Defense with Bellicose Martial Arts - ASL Interpretation Provided

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Crofton Community Meeting Room at Crofton Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Special Events
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Bellicose Martial Arts guides attendees through adaptable self-defense concepts that are not just for defense but also control, movement, safe falling, balance maintenance, and kee

Open
Required
Library Branch: Crofton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Crofton Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Special Events
Registration Required
Event Details:
Bellicose Martial Arts guides attendees through adaptable self-defense concepts that are not just for defense but also control, movement, safe falling, balance maintenance, and keeping a secure distance from attackers. ASL interpretation will be prov...

Disclaimer(s)

Release and Waiver Form

This program requires the completion of a Release and Waiver form.

Este programa requiere completar un formulario de liberación y renuncia.

 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Ask a Lawyer in the Library - Virtual Program / Haga una pregunta a un abogado en la biblioteca - Programa Virtual

Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Online Events
Program Type:
Bilingual, Community Services, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Special Events
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Talk with a volunteer lawyer for up to 20 minutes about your civil, non-family legal problem for free! Once you have signed up, you will be sent an intake sheet and instructio

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online Events
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Bilingual, Community Services, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Special Events
Event Details:
Talk with a volunteer lawyer for up to 20 minutes about your civil, non-family legal problem for free! Once you have signed up, you will be sent an intake sheet and instructions for meeting with the attorney. To register for an appointment,...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Skeins & Stitches

Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Edgewater - Community Meeting Room at Edgewater Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Meet old friends and new while sharing your talents with others as we teach and learn the relaxing craft of knitting, crocheting and all forms of needlework. Everyone is welcome.

Library Branch: Edgewater Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Edgewater - Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & DIY
Event Details:
Meet old friends and new while sharing your talents with others as we teach and learn the relaxing craft of knitting, crocheting and all forms of needlework. Everyone is welcome. ...

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.