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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 "All" group.

Chalk Art Party

Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Edgewater Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Special Events, Outdoor Event
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), All
Event Details:

Let's get creative! Help us beautify our sidewalk and outdoor seating area by creating sidewalk art. Chalk will be provided, or feel free to bring your own. Rain date: Thur

Library Branch: Edgewater Library
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), All
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Special Events, Outdoor Event
Event Details:
Let's get creative! Help us beautify our sidewalk and outdoor seating area by creating sidewalk art. Chalk will be provided, or feel free to bring your own. Rain date: Thursday, May 9 at 5pm. ...
This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group.

Pajama Storytime

Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastport-Annapolis Neck - Community Meeting Room at Eastport-Annapolis Neck Library
Program Type:
Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Event Details:

Join us for an evening of bedtime stories and songs. Pajamas are encouraged!

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: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Program Type: Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes
Event Details:
Join us for an evening of bedtime stories and songs. Pajamas are encouraged! ...
This event is in the "All" group.

Spring Bingo

Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Severn - Community Meeting Room AB at Severn Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
All
Event Details:

All ages are welcome for a fun evening of BINGO! Books and small prizes for winners.

Library Branch: Severn Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Severn - Community Meeting Room AB
Age Group: All
Program Type: Games
Event Details:
All ages are welcome for a fun evening of BINGO! Books and small prizes for winners. ...
This event is in the "All" group.

Family Movie Night: Moana

Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Linthicum - Community Meeting Room at Linthicum Library
Program Type:
Asian/Pacific American Interest, Movies
Age Group:
All
Event Details:

Come and enjoy a family movie together! This month, we're celebrating AAPI Month by watching the 2016 film, Moana. (PG) Bring your friends, blanket, and/or camp chair and

Library Branch: Linthicum Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Linthicum - Community Meeting Room
Age Group: All
Program Type: Asian/Pacific American Interest, Movies
Event Details:
Come and enjoy a family movie together! This month, we're celebrating AAPI Month by watching the 2016 film, Moana. (PG) Bring your friends, blanket, and/or camp chair and get comfy for this indoor event. You're in for a great movie! &nbs...

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.

Thursday Night Art Club

Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Glen Burnie Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Special Events
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Each session we will learn, experiment, and create with a new art medium or technique. Bring your own project or start something new with materials provided.  

Library Branch: Glen Burnie Library
Age Group: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Special Events
Event Details:
Each session we will learn, experiment, and create with a new art medium or technique. Bring your own project or start something new with materials provided.   ...
This event is in the "All" group.

Escape Room!

Friday, May 3, 2024 at 10:00am - 5:00pm
Linthicum - Community Meeting Room at Linthicum Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
All
Event Details:

The Linthicum Jewel has gone missing from the Museum of Really Cool Stuff, and the director needs your help to find it! Can you solve the culprit's puzzles to open the locks before

Library Branch: Linthicum Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Linthicum - Community Meeting Room
Age Group: All
Program Type: Games
Event Details:
The Linthicum Jewel has gone missing from the Museum of Really Cool Stuff, and the director needs your help to find it! Can you solve the culprit's puzzles to open the locks before they set off the sprinkler system and destroy everything in the museu...
This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group.

Babies in Bloom

Friday, May 3, 2024 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Busch Annapolis - Campbell-Chambliss Community Meeting Room AB (Both Sides) at Busch Annapolis Library
Program Type:
Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Babies in Bloom:

Babies from birth to 18 months (with caring adult) enjoy songs, action rhymes and playtime while building early literacy skills. A great way to get to know other families in your c

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: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Program Type: Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes

Babies in Bloom

Babies from birth to 18 months (with caring adult) enjoy songs, action rhymes and playtime while building early literacy skills. A great way to get to know other families in your community!

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

Young Child at Play

Friday, May 3, 2024 at 10:15am - 11:15am
Odenton - Children's Area at Odenton Library
Program Type:
Kindergarten Readiness, Special Events
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Event Details:

Young children from birth to 5 years old (with caring adult) may enjoy books, music and a variety of developmentally appropriate toys during this hour of unstructured social time.&

Cancelled
Library Branch: Odenton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Odenton - Children's Area
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Program Type: Kindergarten Readiness, Special Events
Event Details:
Young children from birth to 5 years old (with caring adult) may enjoy books, music and a variety of developmentally appropriate toys during this hour of unstructured social time. A representative from Anne Arundel Community College's B.E.S.T. (...
This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group.
This event is in the "All" group.

Friday Storytime Fun!

Friday, May 3, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Severn - Community Meeting Room AB at Severn Library
Program Type:
Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), All
Event Details:

Join us every Friday for stories, songs and activities perfect for young children. Each week will be a different theme and activities!

Library Branch: Severn Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Severn - Community Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), All
Program Type: Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes
Event Details:
Join us every Friday for stories, songs and activities perfect for young children. Each week will be a different theme and activities! ...
This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group.

Music and Movement

Friday, May 3, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Broadneck - Other In-library location at Broadneck Library
Program Type:
Kindergarten Readiness
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Music & Movement:

Sing, chant, play instruments and dance while exploring sounds, rhythms and patterns that make up our language.

Cancelled
Library Branch: Broadneck Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Broadneck - Other In-library location
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Program Type: Kindergarten Readiness

Music & Movement

Sing, chant, play instruments and dance while exploring sounds, rhythms and patterns that make up our language.

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

Babies at Play

Friday, May 3, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Edgewater - Community Meeting Room at Edgewater Library
Program Type:
Kindergarten Readiness
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Babies at Play:

Babies from birth to 18 months (with caring adult) may enjoy books, music and a variety of developmentally appropriate toys during this hour of unstructured social time.

Library Branch: Edgewater Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Edgewater - Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Program Type: Kindergarten Readiness

Babies at Play

Babies from birth to 18 months (with caring adult) may enjoy books, music and a variety of developmentally appropriate toys during this hour of unstructured social time.

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

Bilingual Storytime/Hora del Cuento Bilingüe

Friday, May 3, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Glen Burnie Library
Program Type:
Bilingual, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Hispanic/Latino Interest, Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Bilingual Storytime:

Young children will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and activities while building ready to read skills in English and in Spanish / Los niños pequeños disfrutarán de historias, cancion

Library Branch: Glen Burnie Library
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Program Type: Bilingual, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Hispanic/Latino Interest, Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes

Bilingual Storytime

Young children will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and activities while building ready to read skills in English and in Spanish / Los niños pequeños disfrutarán de historias, canciones, rimas y actividades mientras desarrollan habilidades de lectura en inglés y en español.

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

Bug Ball

Friday, May 3, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Discoveries - Programming Room at Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment, Storytimes, Special Events
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Event Details:

Celebrate spring by joining us for an exciting bug-themed party! Put on your best set of wings and enjoy crafts, music, and other activities in a fun, bug-friendly environment.

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: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Program Type: Gardening & Environment, Storytimes, Special Events
Event Details:
Celebrate spring by joining us for an exciting bug-themed party! Put on your best set of wings and enjoy crafts, music, and other activities in a fun, bug-friendly environment. ...
This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group.

Babies in Bloom

Friday, May 3, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Mountain Road Library
Program Type:
Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Babies in Bloom:

Babies from birth to 18 months (with caring adult) enjoy songs, action rhymes and playtime while building early literacy skills. A great way to get to know other families in your c

Library Branch: Mountain Road Library
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Program Type: Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes

Babies in Bloom

Babies from birth to 18 months (with caring adult) enjoy songs, action rhymes and playtime while building early literacy skills. A great way to get to know other families in your community!

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

Music and Movement

Friday, May 3, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Brooklyn Park - Public Floor at Brooklyn Park Library
Program Type:
Kindergarten Readiness
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Music & Movement:

Sing, chant, play instruments and dance while exploring sounds, rhythms and patterns that make up our language.

Library Branch: Brooklyn Park Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Brooklyn Park - Public Floor
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Program Type: Kindergarten Readiness

Music & Movement

Sing, chant, play instruments and dance while exploring sounds, rhythms and patterns that make up our language.

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

Music and Movement

Friday, May 3, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Broadneck - Other In-library location at Broadneck Library
Program Type:
Kindergarten Readiness
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Music & Movement:

Sing, chant, play instruments and dance while exploring sounds, rhythms and patterns that make up our language.

Cancelled
Library Branch: Broadneck Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Broadneck - Other In-library location
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Program Type: Kindergarten Readiness

Music & Movement

Sing, chant, play instruments and dance while exploring sounds, rhythms and patterns that make up our language.

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

Homeschool Hangout

Friday, May 3, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Edgewater - Community Meeting Room at Edgewater Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Games, Special Events, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+)
Event Details:

Homeschoolers, visit the library for a special program just for you! Play games, try new tech, make a craft, and learn something new! All ages are welcome.

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+)
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Games, Special Events, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:
Homeschoolers, visit the library for a special program just for you! Play games, try new tech, make a craft, and learn something new! All ages are welcome. ...
This event is in the "Kids (Ages 6 – 10)" group.

LEGO Club

Friday, May 3, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Glen Burnie Library
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Build & Play:

Come for brick-snapping fun! Design and build your own fantastic creations. We'll supply the Legos - you bring the creativity!  

Library Branch: Glen Burnie Library
Age Group: Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Program Type: STEM/STEAM

Build & Play

Come for brick-snapping fun! Design and build your own fantastic creations. We'll supply the Legos - you bring the creativity!  

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

Star Wars Teen Hangout

Friday, May 3, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Deale - Community Meeting Room at Deale Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Games
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+)
Event Details:

Get ready to celebrate "May the 4th" a day early. Teens will enjoy Star War themed activities, crafts and photo opportunities.  Permission slip required at arrival time. T

Open
Required
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+)
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Games
Registration Required
Event Details:
Get ready to celebrate "May the 4th" a day early. Teens will enjoy Star War themed activities, crafts and photo opportunities.  Permission slip required at arrival time. This event is for ages 11 and up. ...

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 "Adults" group.

The Great Movies: Sweet Bean (2015)

Friday, May 3, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online Events
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

NOTE: Movie titles are subject to change. Please contact the library for the most up-to-date information.  Watch the movie on Kanopy beforehand, then join us for

Open
Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online Events
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movies
Registration Required
Event Details:
NOTE: Movie titles are subject to change. Please contact the library for the most up-to-date information.  Watch the movie on Kanopy beforehand, then join us for a lively Friday evening discussion on Zoom. Register for this pro...
This event is in the "Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)" group.

Music and Movement

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Eastport-Annapolis Neck - Community Meeting Room at Eastport-Annapolis Neck Library
Program Type:
Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Music & Movement:

Sing, chant, play instruments and dance while exploring sounds, rhythms and patterns that make up our language.

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: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Program Type: Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes

Music & Movement

Sing, chant, play instruments and dance while exploring sounds, rhythms and patterns that make up our language.

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

Family Storytime

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Severna Park - Other In-library location at Severna Park Library
Program Type:
Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Family Storytime:

Families with young children enjoy a variety of stories, songs, rhymes and movement activities while building early literacy skills.

Event Details:

Families with young children enjoy a variety of stories, songs, rhymes and movement activities while building early literacy skills. We'll shake our sillies out in the fresh air! B

Library Branch: Severna Park Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Severna Park - Other In-library location
Age Group: Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Program Type: Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes

Family Storytime

Families with young children enjoy a variety of stories, songs, rhymes and movement activities while building early literacy skills.

Event Details:
Families with young children enjoy a variety of stories, songs, rhymes and movement activities while building early literacy skills. We'll shake our sillies out in the fresh air! But don't worry, we'll move inside if the weather is bad. ...
This event is in the "All" group.

Bodkin Environmental Fair

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Mountain Road - Off Site at Mountain Road Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment, Special Events, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
All
Event Details:

Visit the library at Bodkin Elementary’s 15th Annual Environmental & Local Culture Fair - Educate, Create & Shop!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mountain Road Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Mountain Road - Off Site
Age Group: All
Program Type: Gardening & Environment, Special Events, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:
Visit the library at Bodkin Elementary’s 15th Annual Environmental & Local Culture Fair - Educate, Create & Shop! ...
This event is in the "Teens (Ages 11+)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Houseplant Repotting Demonstration

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Crofton - Other In-library location at Crofton Library
Program Type:
Gardening & Environment, Outdoor Event
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Whether your thumb is green or not so green, we welcome plant enthusiasts to join us for a drop-in program as we repot some of the resident branch plants. Staff will be available t

Library Branch: Crofton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Crofton - Other In-library location
Age Group: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Gardening & Environment, Outdoor Event
Event Details:
Whether your thumb is green or not so green, we welcome plant enthusiasts to join us for a drop-in program as we repot some of the resident branch plants. Staff will be available to answer questions, provide advice on selecting potting soil and conta...

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.