Event List

Filters
Age Group
Program Type
Open Mic Night

Open Mic Night

Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Eastport-Annapolis Neck - Community Meeting Room at Eastport-Annapolis Neck Library
Program Type:
Books and Writing, Games, Performing Arts & Music, Special Events
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Event Details:

Come join us as an audience member or a performer for a night of songs, dancing, and poetry at our open mic night! Please make sure your act is family friendly. All ages are welcom...

Required
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), Kids (Ages 6 – 10), Teens (Ages 11+), Adults, All
Program Type: Books and Writing, Games, Performing Arts & Music, Special Events
Required
Event Details:

Come join us as an audience member or a performer for a night of songs, dancing, and poetry at our open mic night! Please make sure your act is family friendly. All ages are welcome!

Harold and the Purple Crayon book cover

Purple Crayon Party

Monday, July 29, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Edgewater - Community Meeting Room at Edgewater Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Books and Writing, Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes
Age Group:
Preschool (Ages 0 – 5)
Event Details:

Celebrate the classic children's book Harold and the Purple Crayon by Crockett Johnson with fun and games at the library! Preschoolers will listen to the original book an...

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: Arts & DIY, Books and Writing, Kindergarten Readiness, Storytimes
Event Details:

Celebrate the classic children's book Harold and the Purple Crayon by Crockett Johnson with fun and games at the library!

O'Malley Senior Center Book Club: Latinx Authors

Monday, July 29, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Odenton - Off Site at Odenton Library
Program Type:
Books and Writing, 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 books written by Latinx a...

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: Books and Writing, 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 books written by Latinx authors. 

Book cover

Mountain Road's Adult Book Club: The Bride Test by Helen Hoang

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Mountain Road Library
Program Type:
Books and Writing
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The Bride Test by Helen Hoang: Two strangers from different worlds are thrown together when one meddling mother tries to arrange their marriage. Khai Diep, who knows he's inca...

Required
Library Branch: Mountain Road Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books and Writing
Required
Event Details:

The Bride Test by Helen Hoang: Two strangers from different worlds are thrown together when one meddling mother tries to arrange their marriage.

Reading Rebels: Granity Studios

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Crofton Community Meeting Room at Crofton Library
Program Type:
Books and Writing
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+)
Event Details:

Reading Rebels will read and discuss books by Granity Studios, followed by snacks and activities. For ages 11-17.

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+)
Program Type: Books and Writing
Event Details:

Reading Rebels will read and discuss books by Granity Studios

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.

Tarot for Mindfulness

Tarot for Mindfulness

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Mountain Road Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Arts & DIY, Books and Writing
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Have you ever been curious about Tarot, and what these beautiful cards are used for? Join us for an introduction to Tarot. This will include how to find spreads, how to read the ca...

Library Branch: Mountain Road Library
Age Group: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Arts & DIY, Books and Writing
Event Details:

Have you ever been curious about Tarot, and what these beautiful cards are used for? Join us for an introduction to Tarot. This will include how to find spreads, how to read the cards, and how to apply these skills to your mindfulness journey.

Lady Tan's Circle of Women by Lisa See

Arnold Senior Center Book Club

Monday, August 5, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Broadneck - Community Meeting Room at Broadneck Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Books and Writing, Older Americans
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

We will be discussing Lady Tan's Circle of Women by Lisa See at this month's meeting. This book club is held at the Broadneck Library in partnership with the Arnold Senio...

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: Adult Learning, Books and Writing, Older Americans
Event Details:

We will be discussing Lady Tan's Circle of Women by

The words "book Club" with a smiley face

Walking Book Club

Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Program Type:
Books and Writing, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Exercise your body and mind as we walk the mall and discuss what you've been reading lately! Stop by the library afterwards to pick up your next read.

Library Branch: Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books and Writing, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Exercise your body and mind as we walk the mall and discuss what you've been reading lately! Stop by the library afterwards to pick up your next read.

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.

 

Pies

What's Cooking? Pies - The Life of Pie

Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Mountain Road Library
Program Type:
Books and Writing
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Welcome to What’s Cooking?!, Mountain Road's cookbook club. Every month we come together and share dishes across a theme, so be sure to bring enough to feed at least five people. P...

Required
Library Branch: Mountain Road Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books and Writing
Required
Event Details:

Welcome to What’s Cooking?!, Mountain Road's cookbook club. Every month we come together and share dishes across a theme, so be sure to bring enough to feed at least five people.

Books arranged in semi circle

Teen Writing Club

Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Online Events
Program Type:
Books and Writing, Special Events
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+)
Event Details:

Teen and tweens ages 11-17 explore the craft of writing through writing prompts, discussion, and feedback. Young writers are welcome to bring something they've already written to s...

Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online Events
Age Group: Teens (Ages 11+)
Program Type: Books and Writing, Special Events
Required
Event Details:

Teen and tweens ages 11-17 explore the craft of writing through writing prompts, discussion, and feedback. Young writers are welcome to bring something they've already written to share, or just listen.

Graphic illustration of various books

Paws to Read

Saturday, August 10, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Busch Annapolis - Campbell-Chambliss Community Meeting Room AB (Both Sides) at Busch Annapolis Library
Program Type:
Books and Writing
Age Group:
Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Event Details:

Children in elementary school improve their reading skills while enjoying the rapt attention of canine tutors. Call the Busch Annapolis Library at 410-222-1750 for available t...

Required
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: Kids (Ages 6 – 10)
Program Type: Books and Writing
Required
Event Details:

Children in elementary school improve their reading skills while enjoying the rapt attention of canine tutors. Call the Busch Annapolis Library at 410-222-1750 for available times and to register.

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.

 

Books arranged in semi circle

Book Lovers

Monday, August 12, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Eastport-Annapolis Neck - Community Meeting Room at Eastport-Annapolis Neck Library
Program Type:
Books and Writing
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

It's a book club without the book! Chat about a book you've read and hear about great books that others have enjoyed.

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: Books and Writing
Event Details:

It's a book club without the book! Chat about a book you've read and hear about great books that others have enjoyed.

Anime and Manga Club

Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Odenton - Teen Room at Odenton Library
Program Type:
Books and Writing
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+)
Event Details:

Come hangout with us for Anime and Manga Club! We will have discussions, games/events, or even an anime viewing.

Library Branch: Odenton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Odenton - Teen Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 11+)
Program Type: Books and Writing
Event Details:

Come hangout with us for Anime and Manga Club! We will have discussions, games/events, or even an anime viewing.

Finlay Donovan

Co-Conspirators Book Club

Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Edgewater Library
Program Type:
Books and Writing
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The Co-Conspirators love the mystery genre! Join us for a book club dedicated to mysteries and thrillers. This month, we will be discussing Finlay Donovan is Killing it b...

Library Branch: Edgewater Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books and Writing
Event Details:

The Co-Conspirators love the mystery genre! Join us for a book club dedicated to mysteries and thrillers. This month, we will be discussing Finlay Donovan is Killing it by Elle Cosimano.

paper bag with mystery ingredients

Cookbook Club Mystery Ingredient Challenge

Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Online Events
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Arts & DIY, Books and Writing, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Shake up your cooking and reading repertoires with this mystery ingredient virtual program. After registering you will be notified by email when your mystery ingredi...

Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online Events
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Arts & DIY, Books and Writing, Health & Wellness
Required
Event Details:

Shake up your cooking and reading repertoires with this mystery ingredient virtual program. After registering you will be notified by email when your mystery ingredient and library materials (two random ingredient-related books

Cat sitting on a chair near a fireplace with a lamp, reading a book.

Quiet Reading Club

Thursday, August 15, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Riviera Beach - Community Meeting Room AB at Riviera Beach Library
Program Type:
Books and Writing
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Join the Quiet Reading Club for a cozy evening with your book and quiet company. Classical music will be playing softly in the background. You will have the option to stick around ...

Library Branch: Riviera Beach Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Riviera Beach - Community Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Program Type: Books and Writing
Event Details:

Join the Quiet Reading Club for a cozy evening with your book and quiet company. Classical music will be playing softly in the background.

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.

people with books

Teen Pizza and Pages Book Club

Thursday, August 15, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Busch Annapolis - Teen Area at Busch Annapolis Library
Program Type:
Books and Writing
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+)
Event Details:

Join us for Teen Pizza and Pages Book Club! Bring a favorite read or two or even your own "Top 10" list of titles you love and share your thoughts over pizza!

Library Branch: Busch Annapolis Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Busch Annapolis - Teen Area
Age Group: Teens (Ages 11+)
Program Type: Books and Writing
Event Details:

Join us for Teen Pizza and Pages Book Club! Bring a favorite read or two or even your own "Top 10" list of titles you love and share your thoughts over pizza!

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.

Anime/Manga Club

Thursday, August 15, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Brooklyn Park - Public Floor at Brooklyn Park Library
Program Type:
Books and Writing, Games, Special Events
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+)
Anime/Manga Club:

Share in the love of Japanese animation and comics! Come join your fellow Otaku and enjoy anime watching, manga discussions, games, creating, and more! Light snacks provided and co...

Library Branch: Brooklyn Park Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Brooklyn Park - Public Floor
Age Group: Teens (Ages 11+)
Program Type: Books and Writing, Games, Special Events

Anime/Manga Club

Share in the love of Japanese animation and comics! Come join your fellow Otaku and enjoy anime watching, manga discussions, games, creating, and more! Light snacks provided and cosplay is always welcome!

Hallyu

SoCo Hallyu

Thursday, August 15, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Deale - Community Meeting Room at Deale Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Asian/Pacific American Interest, Books and Writing, Games
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+), Adults
Event Details:

Explore and experience the shows, music, and cultures of East Asia. Everything from the northern reaches of Japan, east through China, South past the Himalayas, and west to the Phi...

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: Arts & DIY, Asian/Pacific American Interest, Books and Writing, Games
Event Details:

Explore and experience the shows, music, and cultures of East Asia. Everything from the northern reaches of Japan, east through China, South past the Himalayas, and west to the Philippines - explore a world of pop culture and vibrant history.

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.

The Art Thief Book Cover Image

South County Senior Center Book Club - The Art Thief by Michael Finkel

Monday, August 19, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Edgewater - Community Meeting Room at Edgewater Library
Program Type:
Books and Writing, Older Americans
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

This month we will be discussing The Art Thief: a True Story of Love, Crime, and a Dangerous Obsession by Michael Finkel. This book club is held in partnership with the South ...

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: Books and Writing, Older Americans
Event Details:

This month we will be discussing The Art Thief: a Tr

The Women

Afternoon Book Club

Tuesday, August 20, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Busch Annapolis - Campbell-Chambliss Community Meeting Room AB (Both Sides) at Busch Annapolis Library
Program Type:
Books and Writing
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

We will be discussing The Women by Kristin Hannah.

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: Books and Writing
Event Details:

We will be discussing The Women by Kristin Hannah.

Chibi drawing with text, Teen Anime Club Glen Burnie Library

Otaku Unite! Teen Anime & Manga Club

Tuesday, August 20, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Glen Burnie Library
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Books and Writing, Games, LGBTQIA+ Interest, Neurodivergent / Neurodiverse, Special Events
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 11+)
Anime/Manga Club:

Share in the love of Japanese animation and comics! Come join your fellow Otaku and enjoy anime watching, manga discussions, games, creating, and more! Light snacks provided and co...

Library Branch: Glen Burnie Library
Age Group: Teens (Ages 11+)
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Books and Writing, Games, LGBTQIA+ Interest, Neurodivergent / Neurodiverse, Special Events

Anime/Manga Club

Share in the love of Japanese animation and comics! Come join your fellow Otaku and enjoy anime watching, manga discussions, games, creating, and more! Light snacks provided and cosplay is always welcome!

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.

Greta and Valdin

The Queer Agenda Book Club

Tuesday, August 20, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Odenton - Staff Conference Room at Odenton Library
Program Type:
Books and Writing, LGBTQIA+ Interest
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

A monthly book club that reads queer books in a queer- and trans-affirming setting.  All identities are welcome! This month, we will be reading Greta and Valdin by Rebecca ...

Library Branch: Odenton Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Odenton - Staff Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books and Writing, LGBTQIA+ Interest
Event Details:

A monthly book club that reads queer books in a queer- and trans-affirming setting.  All identities are welcome!

Text: Summer Reading Finale, collect summer reading prizes, enjoy games and crafts. Graphics: books, pool float, ice cream.

Riviera Beach Summer Reading Finale

Thursday, August 22, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Riviera Beach - Community Meeting Room AB at Riviera Beach Library
Program Type:
Books and Writing
Age Group:
All
Event Details:

Come celebrate our Summer At Your Library finale. Pick up your reading prizes, play games, make crafts, and more! 

Library Branch: Riviera Beach Library
Room (Leave blank if you don't need to reserve a space): Riviera Beach - Community Meeting Room AB
Age Group: All
Program Type: Books and Writing
Event Details:

Come celebrate our Summer At Your Library finale. Pick up your reading prizes, play games, make crafts, and more! 

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.